25 Woodsy Texas Wedding Venues for Rustic Outdoor Celebrations

Venue Superpowers: 

Industrial-Meets-Boho Barn

Family-Owned and -Run

On-Site Lodging & Activities

Fab Features: exquisite family-owned homestead, venue, and wellness retreat on a lush property in Dripping Springs • the double-height barn is a weathered wood structure clad in aged tin accents, with oversized windows, French doors, and clerestory windows that flood the space with light • make it a weekend-long retreat, with an on-site brewery & biergarten, ample gathering spaces, and access to wellness experiences like massage & breathwork

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Secluded Setting

Dreamy Gardens

Rustic-Chic

Fab Features: beautiful al fresco events in the expansive courtyard and gardens, outfitted with award-winning structures, plenty of shade, and stunning native plants throughout • follow the twinkle-lit path to your reception in the expansive Party Barn • lodging for 20 in the magnificent, single-story German Ranch-style Casadecas and quaint Sunrise Casita

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Unique Treehouse

Romantic Elopements

Overnight Accommodations

Fab Features: say "I do" on a platform suspended between 500-year-old cypress trees • receptions beneath a dramatic white sailcloth canopy upheld by towering cypress pillars, a permanent stage, and beautiful nighttime lighting • accommodations for up to 30 people in the 5 treehouses and Ranch House, and a zipline canopy tour for your most adventurous friends!

Venue Superpowers:

Small Wedding Packages

Romantic 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

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Mid-Century Modern Vibe

Outdoor Patio

Lots of Inclusions

Fab Features: chic mid-century modern reception hall accented with Sputnik chandeliers • exchange vows in the outdoor gardens, then ring the 120-year-old bell to celebrate your good news! • lovely outdoor patio with a custom-designed fire pit for impeccable sunset viewing

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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

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Unique Eclectic Vibes

All-Inclusive

Late Night Celebrations

Fab Features: eclectic and creative venue blending unique event space and whimsical décor resulting in 100% fun • arrive by 1920 Model T Ford to a secluded pecan grove ceremony site • soak up the enchanted forest atmosphere on the festival-style grounds

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

Venue Superpowers:

Boutique Retreat

"Sky Deck"

Unique Lodging

Fab Features: gorgeous resort-style boutique lodge on 24 acres • event spaces include an intimate interior courtyard surrounded by lush native landscaping, a bistro-lit poolside patio, and a spacious "sky deck" • fabulously unique lodgings in a "floating lodge" and adorable casitas

Venue Superpowers: 

40 Acres of Natural Beauty

Multiple Event Spaces

Free-Ranging Horses

Fab Features: picturesque 40-acre ranch highlighted by winding trails through the pines, a sparkling pond, and two free ranging horses, Bella and Beau • the heart of the property is the wedding square, which boasts a spacious courtyard, airy pavilion, event barn, and rustic "watering hole" bar • affordable rentals include all-day access on the wedding day, plus 7 hours the previous day for setup and rehearsal

Venue Superpowers:

Family-Run

All-Inclusive

Panoramic Views

Fab Features: scenic hillside ceremony spot under a shady arbor of trees • romantic bistro-lit patio for cocktail hour with sweeping views of the Colorado River Valley • spectacular indoor Grande Room with vaulted ceilings, a stone fireplace, and large picture windows to bring the outdoors in

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Farm-to-Table Restaurant

Dine in the Forest

Panoramic Views

Fab Features: beautiful 15 acre family-run farm • variety of event spaces from the rustic barn to the enchanting forest • fabulous farm-to-table menus crafted with local and sustainable ingredients

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Serene Garden

Late Night Celebrations

Chic Contemporary Style

Fab Features: serenely verdant, private venue • big Texas views and wide-open spaces punctuated by dramatic wind sculptures • celebrations on a lawn, in a covered pavilion, or in a Reception Hall

Venue Superpowers:

Picturesque Riverfront Setting

Affordable

Covered Pavilion

Fab Features: reception pavilion is lit by glowing café lights and enclosed by walls of windows overlooking scenic meadow and Blackwater Draw • towering 100-year-old elm trees, green meadows, and gentle flowing fountain are a picturesque ceremony backdrop • capture the rustic beauty with photo ops on the wooden footbridge above the water or beside a strutting peacock

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Picturesque Setting

All-Inclusive

Late Night Celebrations

Fab Features: family-run venue with intimate event spaces • lush lawns and graceful gardens • sweet white chapel nestled among the trees

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Romantically Rustic

All-Inclusive

Family-Run

Fab Features: gorgeous, family-owned event venue just 20 miles north of Dallas • beautiful al fresco ceremonies under a wood pergola overlooking a sparkling pond, with receptions in the chic event hall, accented by a stone fireplace • fabulous all-inclusive packages include planning services, your choice of catering, BYO bar setup, décor, and more!

Venue Superpowers:

Picturesque Setting

Romantic Elopements

On-Site Accommodations

Fab Features: lovely, secluded historic property tucked amid beautiful oak, walnut, and pecan trees, with ponds and waterfalls fed by a natural spring • cute, shabby-chic bar serves your cocktail hour libations • packages include tons of great perks

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Historic Details

All-Inclusive

Late Night Celebrations

Fab Features: classic Texas dancehall set on 175 wooded acres • the Hall is designed with reclaimed vintage wood, and large picture windows • dance the night away under century-old oaks draped with twinkle lights

Venue Superpowers:

Customizable Packages

Panoramic Views

Romantically Rustic

Fab Features: warm, family-owned venue on 8 acres of flowers, walking trails, twinkle-lit trees, and grapevines • beautiful red barn outfitted with shiplap tables, stylish furniture, and an indoor/outdoor bar • farm-style gazebo for rustic, romantic al fresco ceremonies

Venue Superpowers:

Gorgeous Gardens

Flexible Packages

Romantic Details

Fab Features: exquisite gardens highlighted by fountains, blooming flowers and towering trees, romantic bridges, and peaceful stone walkways • bright, cheerful reception hall with a built-in dance floor • ultra-flexible rental packages mean creativity is welcome (and keep costs down!)

Venue Superpowers:

Private Estate

Pecan Orchard

Rustic Romance

Fab Features: locally owned Angelton gem boasting towering trees, a beautiful pecan orchard, a quaint pond, and a picturesque functioning windmill • exchange vows under the shade of the century old oaks • flexible options allow custom packages for everything from micro weddings to large celebrations

Venue Superpowers:

Panoramic Views

All-Inclusive

Late Night Celebrations

Fab Features: warm, family-owned retreat only minutes from downtown San Antonio • 3 acres of rolling grounds, studded with ancient oaks, rustic pergolas and bridges, and lush lawns • sprawling event center constructed with exposed timber framing, a vaulted ceiling, and reclaimed metal from historic barns across Texas

Venue Superpowers:

Indoor/Outdoor Flow

"Above the Treetops" Vibe

Modern Retreat

Fab Features: peaceful modern oasis on 11 tree-studded acres • rep in an adorable "glamping suite" before exchanging vows among the greenery in a unique outdoor "chapel" • receptions in the airy main event space, which boasts walls of windows and sliding doors that open onto a breezy patio perched above the treetops 

Venue Superpowers:

Lovely Landscaping

Luxe Accommodations

Romantic Elopements

Fab Features: two distinctive, beautifully landscaped settings for weddings —the transitional-modern Hayes Hollow and the spacious, indoor/outdoor Remi's Ridge • breathtaking cascading waterfall backdrops make great photo ops! • casitas and vacation homes for weekend wedding accommodations

Venue Superpowers:

Family-Owned

Barn-Inspired Reception Hall

Open Vendor Policy

Fab Features: beautifully rustic, family-owned and operated wedding venue • the gorgeous wooden-framed reception hall boasts a wagon wheel chandelier and sliding barn doors that open onto a spacious wraparound porch • rentals offer generous inclusions, like a fabulous sound system, built-in bar and buffet, assorted furnishings, linens, and more!

Venue: The Astin Mansion