Budget not the size of Texas? 17 Affordable Hill Country Wedding Venues

The Hill Country surrounding Austin is not only renowned for its gorgeous scenery and thriving wine industry, it also offers some great—and affordable—wedding venues. Whether you're planning a down-home celebration on a ranch or a beautiful ceremony in a formal garden, you'll be able to host it at a place that won't break the bank.


The Haven River Inn

Comfort, TX

Venue Superpowers:

Riverfront Inn

Weekend Weddings

All-Inclusive

Fab Features: charming Hill Country inn set on 25 acres along the Guadalupe River • say "I do" in the lovely 1920s gazebo, which was sculpted by artisan Dionicio Rodriguez from reinforced concrete to resemble real wood • rental includes lodging for up to 60 guests in the main house, cottages, and guest house

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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The Cedars Ranch

Wimberley, Texas

Venue Superpowers:

Eco-Friendly

Indoor/Outdoor Flow

Woodsy Vibes

Fab Features: thoughtfully designed (and eco-friendly) venue on 20 acres of Hill Country beauty dotted with oak and cedar • the unique Great Hall boasts whitewashed, staggered-slat siding and a cool indoor/outdoor feel • event bar is a fun, rustic shed-inspired indoor area, open courtyard, bistro lighting, and plenty of tables and chairs, perfect for cocktail hour

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$
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The Marquardt Ranch

Boerne, Texas

Venue Superpowers:

Family Owned

Panoramic Views

Creekside Ceremonies

Fab Features: bluff-top ranch boasting sweeping panoramas of the Guadalupe River and the cypress-studded countryside • an expansive reception hall is outfitted with a 11-foot-tall glass cross set in a dramatic rock wall • two separate dressing suites offer picturesque backdrops for getting ready photos

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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The Liney Moon

Dripping Springs, TX

Venue Superpowers:

Natural Retreat

Unique Lodging Options

Industrial-Chic

Fab Features: sprawling 8-acre retreat with a natural, oasis-like setting and sleek, industrial-modern accents • venues include a lovely, bistro-lit ceremony site, a chic Scandinavian-style covered chapel, a sparkling pool, and plenty of room for outdoor games, • lodgings for up to 60 in plush, playful cottages and tiny homes

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$
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The Milestone | Boerne

Boerne, TX

Venue Superpowers:

Outdoor Ceremonies

Country-Elegant

In-House Planning Team

Fab Features: perfect Hill Country setting with a natural, home feel, nestled in a lovely valley near Upper Cibolo Creek • open-air ceremony pavilion, accessed by way of a charming footbridge, is perfect for an alfresco exchange of vows • open beam trussed ceilings lend an open and airy feeling to the reception space, which features pine-paneled walls and a handcrafted oak staircase

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Sendera Springs

Kerrville, TX

Venue Superpowers:

Private Estate

Lake & Landscape Views

Detail-Oriented Staff

Fab Features: picture-perfect, private venue with top-of-the-line amenities and a detail-oriented staff • exchange vows on an airy flagstone patio outfitted with rustic-chic bench seating overlooking a tranquil lake • a reception hall with “Texas elegant” vibes and a floor-to-ceiling rock fireplace

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Gruene Estate

New Braunfels, TX

Venue Superpowers:

Open-Air Chapel

Stained Glass Windows

Vintage Vibes

Fab Features: beautiful vintage chapel with beamed ceiling, classic bell tower, and tall stained-glass windows • a rustic reception pavilion accented by large, basket-style chandeliers and handmade tables and chairs of reclaimed Iowa barn wood • spend your wedding night in the farm's quaint, cozy cottage

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$
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The Terrace at Highland Lakes

Lago Vista, TX

Venue Superpowers:

Panoramic Lake Views

Expansive Patio

In-House Décor

 Fab Features: airy top-floor venue boasts views of Lake Travis • the ceremony site is covered by an elegant wood pergola for all-weather gorgeousness • expansive reception space includes massive floor-to-ceiling windows and unique sky-high indoor/outdoor vibe

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Altstadt Brewery

Fredericksburg, TX

Venue Superpowers:

All-Inclusive

Firework Sendoff

Bavarian-Inspired Fare

Fab Features: Authentic Bavarian brewery •; versatile event spaces, from the elegant Grand Hall to the lovely landscaped grounds • event upgrades include private tours, custom menus, and a one-of-a-kind fireworks sendoff!

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Spinelli's Wedding Venue

Boerne, TX

Venue Superpowers:

Euro Vibes

All-Inclusive

On-Site Accommodations

Fab Features: unique, elegant, and all-inclusive wedding venue just 10 minutes from Boerne in the charming city of Comfort • get married in their picturesque 100-year-old limestone rock wedding chapel, which features a soaring bell tower, antique fixtures, and 20 large windows • award-winning Spinelli's Catering Service is on-site to oversee every phase of your special day

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Log Cabins at Jacobs Creek

Canyon Lake, TX

Venue Superpowers:

Woodsy Setting

On-Site Accommodations

Tented Receptions

Fab Features: lovely, family-owned Hill Country property set amid five acres of Texas oaks, cedar trees, and a serene lake • say "I do" in a shady grove of trees, then dine and dance in an open meadow, beneath a tent, or in the rustic pavilion • cozy cabins accommodate up to 70 guests

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Milestone New Braunfels | Legacy Hall + Stonehaven Hall

New Braunfels, TX

Venue Superpowers:

Euro Vibes

Dramatic Terrace

Landscaped Grounds

Fab Features: gorgeous event spaces include the airy, modern farmhouse-style Legacy Hall and the vintage German architecture-inspired Stonehaven Hall • exchange vows on the dreamy Terrace, with its peak-roofed pergola and surrounding grounds dotted with oaks • capture gorgeous photos among stone walkways and a trickling creek

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Texas Rock House

San Marcos, TX

Venue Superpowers:

Restored Barn

Mini-Breed Steers

Separate Dressing Cabins

Fab Features: family-run farm-turned-wedding venue with totally unique style • fabulous photos ops, including Buddy and Larry—the farm's darling miniature-breed steers • open-air restored barn with a dance floor, spacious courtyard, and sparkling market lights

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Windemere Farms

San Marcos, TX

Venue Superpowers: 

Elegant Tent

Unique Historic Ruins

Thoughtfully Curated Design

Fab Features: luxurious 500-acre estate in the heart of Hill Country with sweeping views of rolling meadows, century-old oaks, and meandering bison • exchange vows on a beautiful knoll, then mingle with cocktails in amid a cool, Civil War-era cabin with its beautifully curated décor • receptions in the airy sailcloth tent, which can be adorned as you like 

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $$ • $$$
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La Marguerite

Fredericksburg, TX

Venue Superpowers:

Euro Vibes

Rustic-Meets-Modern

Indoor & Outdoor Spaces

Fab Features: charming, European-inspired tasting room and venue offering expansive Hill Country views • inviting banquet hall crafted from the bones of a 200-year-old barn with a cool contemporary metal and stone exterior • lovely al fresco ceremonies beneath twinkle-lit pergolas

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Casa Blanca

Ingram, TX

Venue Superpowers: 

Spanish Colonial Main House

Weekend Retreat

Riverfront Setting

Fab Features: 11-acre estate nestled along the Guadalupe River • exchange vows on a pretty patio beneath a shady cypress tree, then snap photos along the picturesque river • invite your guests to stay the weekend in ample on-site lodging, with plenty of activities and places to gather

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $
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Just outside of Hill Country!



Hofmann Ranch by Wedgewood Weddings

Castroville, Texas

Venue Superpowers:

Rustic-Glam

Customizable Packages

Panoramic Farmland Views

Fab Features: 370 acres of farmland with running creeks and panoramic views • dreamy two-story Grande Hall designed like a classic wood barn, with a double staircase that descends from a wraparound balcony to the spacious main floor • customizable, build-your-own wedding packages = value + your vision

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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