King River Ranch 2054 Ranch to Market Road 1320 • Johnson City • TX 78636


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Why You'll Love This Place

A Here Comes The Guide Wedding Venue Review
  • At this pristine private estate, intimate weddings are a passion and specialty. Nestled on 25 gorgeous acres of Hill Country beauty, it encompasses wildflower-studded meadows, rolling horse pastures, rocky riverbanks, and a tranquil fishing pond.
  • Descend a wide stone staircase to your ceremony on the expansive River Terrace, which sits amid lush natural landscaping on the edge of the scenic Pedernales River. When it's available, you also have the option to celebrate in the King Barn, a rustic gem build entirely of ponderosa pine.
  • The amenities are truly luxurious: think plush lounge furniture, a makeup & hair studio, and an on-site concierge. The best perk, of course, is the pastoral property itself, which is yours to explore with your photographer. Don't forget to greet the friendly farm animals (or invite them to join in your photos!). 

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DEALS: What discounts, special offers, or packages are available here?

Elopement Special! Starting at $950

Monday–Wednesday only (2pm-11am)
Escape the fuss and focus on what matters most- each other.

Includes:

  • Private River Terrace ceremony setup for up to 7 (officiant + 4 guests welcome)

  • Personal dressing salon with full makeup + hair stations

Bonus: The Honeymoon Suite: with canopy queen bed, cast-iron tub, and sweeping river views.


Book overnight lodging at King River Ranch (sleeps 20) and they'll apply 10% of the wedding package for each night booked!

PRICES: What's this going to cost?

Package Prices
  • $2,450–5,250/event
  • Ideal for up to 50 guests on the River Terrace.

    Micro-Wedding includes:

    • 6-hour venue rental (AM or PM ceremony times)
    • Dining + cocktail tables, chairs, linens, and lounge furniture
    • Tabletop décor (non-floral) and a wedding arch
    • Dressing salon, ADA restrooms, site manager, and parking

    All-Inclusive Micro-Wedding Bundle — $5,250
    Includes everything above plus:

    • Reception in the King Barn (up to 75 guests)
    • One-night luxury lodging for up to 20 guests
    • Full ranch access from 12pm–11pm with next-day check-out

    King Barn Rental

    $500 per hour (4-hour minimum)
    A 4,000-square-foot, climate-controlled western barn—complete with chandeliers, wooden beams, and an air of timeless celebration.

COUPLES ARE ASKING: We've got answers

What's included when we book King River Ranch, and what will we still need to pay for separately?

Every micro-wedding package at King River Ranch in Johnson City includes tables, chairs and linens, a wedding arch, a full lounge furniture set, and limited non-floral tabletop decor like vases and votive holders. You also get the dressing room and hair and makeup Salon, day access to the River Cottage and/or Suite, ADA-accessible restrooms, a site manager, and private access to a quarter mile of riverside, riverbanks and pastures for photos. The package list doesn't include catering or a bar, so budget for those separately. The King's Choice Bundle adds a seated King Barn reception and one night in the River Cottage and Honeymoon Suite.

Can we have both our ceremony and reception at King River Ranch, or will guests need to travel between them?

Yes, King River Ranch can host both. Ceremonies take place on the River Terrace, a 2,600-square-foot all-stone terrace built into the banks of the Pedernales River. The Hill Country Reverie and King's Choice Bundle packages add a seated reception for up to 75 guests in the King Barn, a Ponderosa pine barn of about 4,000 square feet with air conditioning and heat.

What should we realistically expect to spend on a wedding at King River Ranch, and is there a minimum?

At King River Ranch in Johnson City, micro-wedding packages start at $2,750 for the Riverside Promenade, a 6-hour River Terrace ceremony package for up to 50 guests. The Hill Country Reverie starts at $4,500 for up to 75 guests and adds a seated dinner in the King Barn, and the King's Choice Bundle starts at $5,250 with one night's stay in the River Cottage and Honeymoon Suite. Eloping? Packages start at $950, Monday–Wednesday. The King Barn on its own is $500 an hour with a 4-hour minimum. Season, weekday and holiday dates all change the price, and you'll pay a 50% deposit at signing, with the balance due 8 weeks before.

How long do we get at King River Ranch, and when does the music have to stop?

It depends on your package at King River Ranch. The Riverside Promenade gives you 6 hours, either 8am–2pm or 4pm–10pm. The Hill Country Reverie and King's Choice Bundle include River Terrace access from 12pm–11pm, and King Barn events must end by 11pm, not counting vendor breakdown. If you're staying over with the King's Choice Bundle, checkout is 11am the next day.

Where would our out-of-town guests stay near King River Ranch, and can you help with a room block?

Yes, you can stay on site at King River Ranch. The River Cottage, a 3,000-square-foot ranch home with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, is rented together with the Honeymoon Suite, and between them they comfortably sleep up to 20. The cottage has two living rooms, a full kitchen, a two-story stone fireplace and a screened porch with river and pasture views. Overnight stays are booked through Airbnb or VRBO, and the King's Choice Bundle includes one night with an 11am checkout. For the rest of your guests, Fredericksburg is about 20 minutes away, and the ranch is about 40 minutes from Austin and San Antonio.

What makes King River Ranch different from the other venues near it?

King River Ranch is built for small, personal weddings on the Pedernales River in the Texas Hill Country, near Hye on the Texas Wine Trail. You can marry on a stone terrace built into the riverbanks, celebrate in the King Barn and sleep on site, with the River Cottage and Honeymoon Suite sleeping up to 20. The ranch keeps things intimate by design, with packages for up to 50 or 75 guests and elopements for you, your officiant and four guests. Pets are welcome too, and past guests have brought dogs, horses, donkeys and llamas. Your photographer gets a quarter mile of private riverside and pastures to work with.

GUEST COUNT: How many people can we have here? What’s the max capacity?

Indoors Outdoors
Ceremony Seated 25 25
Cocktails, etc. Standing 50 25
Reception Seated 50 25
Meetings Total meeting capacity for this venue is 25.

The micro-wedding package is for up to 25 guests; the King Barn (booked separately) can accommodate up to 50 seated guests.

Venue Info & FAQs

OPTIONS: What kinds of events can we have here?

  • Outdoor Ceremony
  • Ceremony
  • Wedding Receptions
  • Outdoor Reception
  • Small Wedding
  • Special Events / Parties
  • Business Functions / Meetings
  • On-Site Accommodations

POLICIES: What are the food, alcohol, music, and other rules here?

Price

$

Alcohol

BYO

Amplified Music

Indoors
Outdoors
Some restrictions

Wheelchair Access

Wheelchair accessible

Availability

Year-round, daily.

STYLE: What’s the style and overall vibe of this venue?

Buildings & other settings available:

  • Barn
  • Ranch / Farm
  • River
  • Patio / Deck / Terrace
  • Garden
  • Inn / Lodge

VIEWS: What kind of views does this place have?

Peep the views you’ll enjoy from this venue!

  • Creek / River
  • Forest / Woods
  • Fountain / Water Feature
  • Garden
  • Hills
  • Lagoon / Pond
  • Landscaped Grounds
  • Meadow / Fields
  • Panoramic
  • Park

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