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-housePrice: $ • $$
The Milestone | Boerne
Boerne, TX
Venue Superpowers:
Outdoor Ceremonies
Country-Elegant
In-House Planning Team
Fab Features: perfect Hill Country setting with a natural, home feel, nestled in a lovely valley near Upper Cibolo Creek • open-air ceremony pavilion, accessed by way of a charming footbridge, is perfect for an alfresco exchange of vows • open beam trussed ceilings lend an open and airy feeling to the reception space, which features pine-paneled walls and a handcrafted oak staircase
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
Ruby Ranch Lodge and Celebration Facility
Buda, TX
Venue Superpowers:
Wedding Weekends
BYO
Luxury Lodge
Fab Features: quaint, secluded retreat on 10 acres boasting a rustic Texas ranch feel • light-filled Lodge with rich wood walls, a large-tiled floor, and an oversized stone fireplace • accommodations for up to 23 in a charming main house and luxury cabin
Catering: BYOPrice: $
The Cedar Bend
Cedar Creek, Texas
Venue Superpowers:
All-Inclusive
Elopements
Panoramic Views
Fab Features: a rustic barn home tucked into the hills and trees of the Lost Pines Region • hold your romantic outdoor ceremony on the picturesque lawn • celebrate with your guests and dance the night away with the breathtaking views as your backdrop
Price: $ • $$
Gruene Estate
New Braunfels, TX
Venue Superpowers:
Open-Air Chapel
Stained Glass Windows
Vintage Vibes
Fab Features: beautiful vintage chapel with beamed ceiling, classic bell tower, and tall stained-glass windows • a rustic reception pavilion accented by large, basket-style chandeliers and handmade tables and chairs of reclaimed Iowa barn wood • spend your wedding night in the farm's quaint, cozy cottage
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$
Texas Old Town
Kyle, Texas
Venue Superpowers:
Four Unique Venues
Landscaped Grounds
Flexible Packages
Fab Features: 55-acre Hill Country property boasting beautiful landscaping, water features, views, and sunsets • four private, uniquely designed venues, including a lovely outdoor ceremony site and climate-controlled reception hall • generous packages include 16 hours of rental time, vendor flexibility, and personal payment plans (you can even pay online!)
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$
Spinelli's Wedding Venue
Boerne, TX
Venue Superpowers:
Euro Vibes
All-Inclusive
On-Site Accommodations
Fab Features: unique, elegant, and all-inclusive wedding venue just 10 minutes from Boerne in the charming city of Comfort • get married in their picturesque 100-year-old limestone rock wedding chapel, which features a soaring bell tower, antique fixtures, and 20 large windows • award-winning Spinelli's Catering Service is on-site to oversee every phase of your special day
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
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, BYOPrice: $
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-housePrice: $ • $$
Texas Rock House
San Marcos, TX
Venue Superpowers:
Restored Barn
Mini-Breed Steers
Separate Dressing Cabins
Fab Features: family-run farm-turned-wedding venue with totally unique style • fabulous photos ops, including Buddy and Larry—the farm's darling miniature-breed steers • open-air restored barn with a dance floor, spacious courtyard, and sparkling market lights
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$
The Ironwood Barn at Von Erich Ranch
Boerne, TX
Venue Superpowers:
Panoramic Views
Elopement Options
Hero Discounts
Fab Features: family-owned venue in the heart of Boerne • features lovely outdoor spaces and a barn converted to an event space • experience Hill Country views at affordable rates
Price: $ • $$
Fall Creek Vineyards Driftwood
Driftwood, TX
Venue Superpowers:
Working Winery
Overnight Accommodations
Intimate Weddings
Fab Features: exchange vows beneath a stunning stone arch, nestled among lush greenery and rustic accents • complimentary wine tastings with the fabulous in-house wine are included in all packages • gracious courtyard for al fresco receptions
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$
The Oaks at Boerne
Boerne, TX
Venue Superpowers:
Intimate Weddings
Photo-Ready Tree Swing
Private Estate
Fab Features: 40 acres of Hill Country perfection with gently rolling meadows graced by hundreds of its namesake ancient oaks • large, cheerful barn with roll-up sides and plenty of shabby-chic touches • endless photo ops—a sweet “room for two” tree swing, vintage farm equipment and furniture, and even some photogenic longhorn cattle
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$
The Liney Moon
Dripping Springs, TX
Venue Superpowers:
Natural Retreat
Unique Lodging Options
Industrial-Chic
Fab Features: sprawling 8-acre retreat with a natural, oasis-like setting and sleek, industrial-modern accents • venues include a lovely, bistro-lit ceremony site, a chic Scandinavian-style covered chapel, a sparkling pool, and plenty of room for outdoor games, • lodgings for up to 60 in plush, playful cottages and tiny homes
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$
Elm Creek Ranch
Bertram, Texas
Venue Superpowers:
On-Site Accommodations
BYO Options
Panoramic Views
Fab Features: light-filled barn with sliding doors and an attached patio in Bertram surrounded by pretty grounds • flexible options allow you to choose one of their all-inclusive packages, or start with the basics and add à la carte upgrades • weekend options allow you to bring in as many tents as you like, but there are also RV hookups and an option to rent luxury "glamping" tents
Catering: In-house, BYOPrice: $ • $$
Spicewood Vineyards
Spicewood, Texas
Venue Superpowers:
Euro Vibes
Outdoor Ceremonies
Panoramic Vistas
Fab Features: "gentleman's ranch" on 32 acres less than an hour from Austin • 4 beautifully landscaped ceremony sites offer sweeping vineyard views • the alluring event center evokes European wine country vibes, with high ceilings, stone walls, and floor-to-ceiling windows
Price: $ • $$
Just outside of Hill Country!
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-housePrice: $ • $$
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