Star Hill Ranch


Select services venue

The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.

Packages

Prices start at $8,000

Catering services pricing

$15 per person for off-peak dates, with a minimum total spend of $15

Guest capacity

Up to 1000 seated guests


About this venue

Star Hill is a re-creation of a Texas Hill Country community typical of the early 1900s. All of the buildings have been relocated from around the state and carefully restored. Star Hill is centered around the historic Pontotoc Chapel, which has hosted thousands of public worship services and weddings since we opened in the beautiful Hill Country in 2004.


Our event spaces

Main Street

Beautiful open space nestled between venue buildings.

Outdoor space featuring crushed granite gravel that never becomes muddy. Sidewalks on either side. Great place for everything!

Guest capacity

0-1000 Seated

0-1800 Standing

Square footage

15,000

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Other, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

-overhead carnival/festoon lighting -lighting features up and down Main Street create a warm, welcoming glow for everything you may wish to do outside -ADA compliant access -quick entry to all venue buildings -oak trees and blooming trees and plants add life and color

Room cost

Included with the "base venue" on full venue rentals.

Reception Hall

1920 schoolhouse with a huge back porch looking out onto the open hill country.

This space features 1,200 indoor SF and a 1200 SF outdoor, covered porch.

Guest capacity

0-220 Seated

0-352 Standing

Square footage

2,400

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed”

Included in this room:

-dimmable lighting -wall of windows to open during good weather -ample AC and heat -2 restrooms -built-in bar area inside -antique bar on the back porch

Room cost

Part of the "Base Venue" rental. May be rented for single building usage Mon-Thu.

Bride's House

Gorgeous 1910 farm house for bride and bridal party to get ready!

Private space for the bride and bridal party to do hair and makeup.

Guest capacity

0-30 Seated

0-45 Standing

Square footage

780

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Included in this room:

-big open rooms for doing hair and makeup -hanging racks for clothes -plenty of comfortable seats for everyone -large bathroom with antique clawfoot tub -full kitchen

Room cost

Included with the "base venue" on full venue rentals.

Groom's Quarters/Saloon

The coolest groom's quarters in Texas, doubles as an awesome saloon!

The original Bee Caves, TX post office and general store, built in 1873. This 500 SF space features a beautiful prohibition-era bar and backbar, saloon style seating, cable TV (for game watchers and gamers)... and is just really cool!

Guest capacity

0-30 Seated

0-50 Standing

Square footage

500

Ideal for

After party, Other, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

-the most rustic spot on the property -perfect lighting and decor -great space for groom and groom's party to get ready and hang out -doubles as on of the coolest saloons ever!

Room cost

Included with the "base venue" on full venue rentals.

Pontotoc Chapel

Classic "little white chapel" - inside and out!

Built in 1899, the Pontotoc Chapel was moved to Star Hill Ranch from near Llano, TX. It will seat about 130 plus the wedding party for a ceremony, but is also used regularly for many other activities - photobooth, private dinner, dessert stations, etc. Many couples also choose to have their ceremony in front of the chapel, and the chapel provides one of the most picturesque backdrops ever!

Guest capacity

0-130 Seated

0-180 Standing

Square footage

750

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

-beautiful antique pews -1800's upright Steinway piano -ample AC and heat

Room cost

Included with the "base venue" on full venue rentals.

Fitzhugh Hall

1914 church sanctuary and hall, ideal for formal receptions

This space features a 1900 SF hall space with beautiful wood floors, which adjoins through a short interior hallway to a 1150 SF space that was originally a Baptist sanctuary and features gorgeous rolled stain glass in the back wall.

Guest capacity

0-360 Seated

0-600 Standing

Square footage

3,000

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Other, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

-dimmable Edison amber LED lighting -ceiling fans -ample AC and heat -4 entry/exit points for flexibility of configuration -300 SF porch between 2 interior sides -men's and women's restrooms -porches on the the front of each side of the building, both overlooking Main Street

Room cost

Optional space beyond "Base Venue" for full venue rentals. May be added on as needed for full venue rentals. May be rented as a single building rental Mon-Thu

Guest Cottage

Optional day and/or overnight cottage

Built in 1932, this Sears catalog kit home is an excellent alternate dressing room space, or a place for other family to hang out during the day. This cottage may also be rented for overnight stay by the couple after wedding day on most days.

Guest capacity

0-12 Seated

0-20 Standing

Square footage

650

Ideal for

Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Included in this room:

-queen sized bed -modern restroom with shower -kitchenette -dining area -living room -ample AC and heat -covered back porch

Room cost

Optional space beyond "Base Venue" for full venue rentals. May be added on as needed for full venue rentals. May be rented as a single building rental Mon-Thu

Courtyard

Beautiful oak grove and lawn nestled between vintage buildings

This area includes a lawn, oak trees and gazebo, tucked away beyond Main Street and surrounded by vintage buildings. A great alternate outdoor space for ceremonies, cocktail hours and other gatherings.

Guest capacity

0-500 Seated

0-750 Standing

Square footage

4,000

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Other, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

-carnival/festoon lighting -soft, luscious lawn -antique gazebo -dotted with live oak trees

Room cost

Included with the "base venue" on full venue rentals.

Biergarten

Covered barn area perfect for bar service, photobooths and great pictures!

The reclaimed barnwood from our Great Grandfather's barn provides the perfect rustic backdrop for an outdoor bar service and spot for great pictures.

Guest capacity

0-40 Seated

0-60 Standing

Square footage

400

Ideal for

Other, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

-antique bar -antique soda coolers -Austin wall sign -perfectly lit

Room cost

Included with the "base venue" on full venue rentals.

Arbor

Outdoor lawn area with gazebo and surrounded by trees

The perfect outdoor setting for a beautiful ceremony

Guest capacity

0-800 Seated

0-1200 Standing

Square footage

4,000

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

-soft, beautiful lawn -large gazebo -carnival/festoon lighting -plenty of room for just about any wedding ceremony size

Room cost

Included with the "base venue" on full venue rentals.

Amphitheather

New area coming soon!

This outdoor area will include a huge 60,000 SF lawn area with oak trees, beautiful landscaping and a 1,600 SF stage that can be used for ceremonies, DJ's/bands, dancing or whatever you choose!

Guest capacity

0-4999 Seated

0-4999 Standing

Square footage

60,000

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Engagement party, Other, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

-soft grass -natural bowl-style pitch -surrounded by trees and natural fencing -beautifully lit -1,600 SF stage

Room cost

Included with the "base venue" on full venue rentals.

Main Street

Beautiful open space nestled between venue buildings.

Outdoor space featuring crushed granite gravel that never becomes muddy. Sidewalks on either side. Great place for everything!

Guest capacity

0-1000 Seated

0-1800 Standing

Square footage

15,000

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Other, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

-overhead carnival/festoon lighting -lighting features up and down Main Street create a warm, welcoming glow for everything you may wish to do outside -ADA compliant access -quick entry to all venue buildings -oak trees and blooming trees and plants add life and color

Room cost

Included with the "base venue" on full venue rentals.


Star Hill Ranch packages

Bronze

50-100 guests

Peak pricing $9,000-12,300

Off-peak pricing $8,000-9,350

Description

Budget-oriented package with limited "bells & whistles". Package rates based on a max of 100 guests. Alcohol must be purchased separately. All packages are flexible and may be customized to match couple's needs, tastes and interests!

What’s included
  • Venue
  • Tables & Chairs
  • Day-Of Coordinator
  • Table Linens
  • Bartenders
  • Catering
  • Self-Service Sound
  • Photographer
  • Cake
  • Floral
  • Setup, Breakdown & Cleanup
  • Traffic Officer

Silver

50-100 guests

Peak pricing $15,700-18,000

Off-peak pricing $12,000-15,500

Description

Middle-tier package with a few extras. Package rates based on a max of 100 guests. Alcohol must be purchased separately. All packages are flexible and may be customized to match couple's needs, tastes and interests!

What’s included
  • Venue
  • Tables & Chairs
  • Day-Of Coordinator
  • Table Linens
  • Bartenders
  • Catering
  • Basic DJ Service
  • Photographer
  • Videographer
  • Cake
  • Floral
  • Setup, Breakdown & Cleanup Service
  • Photobooth
  • Traffic Officer

Gold

50-100 guests

Peak pricing $19,500-22,000

Off-peak pricing $17,000-19,750

Description

Middle-tier package with a few extras. Package rates based on a max of 100 guests. Alcohol must be purchased separately. All packages are flexible and may be customized to match couple's needs, tastes and interests!

What’s included
  • Venue
  • Tables & Chairs
  • Day-Of Coordinator
  • Table Linens
  • Bartenders
  • Upgraded Catering
  • Extended DJ Service
  • Upgraded Photography Package
  • Upgraded Videography Package
  • Cake
  • Upgraded Floral Package
  • Setup, Breakdown & Cleanup Service
  • Upgraded Photobooth Package
  • Traffic Officer

Platinum

50-100 guests

Peak pricing $28,000-33,000

Off-peak pricing $27,000-28,500

Description

Top-tier package with a few extras. Package rates based on a max of 100 guests. Alcohol must be purchased separately. All packages are flexible and may be customized to match couple's needs, tastes and interests!

What’s included
  • Venue
  • Tables & Chairs
  • Day-Of Coordinator
  • Table Linens
  • Bartenders
  • Premium Catering Menu
  • Premium DJ Service
  • Premium Photography Package
  • Premium Videography Package
  • Premium Cake/Dessert Options
  • Premium Floral Package
  • Setup, Breakdown & Cleanup Service
  • Premium Photobooth Package
  • Traffic Officer

Available services that can be provided by Star Hill Ranch

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Catering services
  • Clean up
  • Dance floor
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event coordinator
  • Event rentals
  • Event staff
  • Liability insurance
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Pet friendly
  • Service staff
  • Set up
  • Transportation
  • Wedding cake services
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Transportation & access

  • Self parking - free
  • Valet - paid
  • Wheelchair accessible

Rentals

  • Lighting
  • Linens
  • Sound / AV
  • Standard Chairs

Accommodations

  • Honeymoon suite

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  • My favorite venue!

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    Julia P.Dec 17

    Not only did my wife & I get married here (twice, thanks to the covid shutdown!) & have our son baptized in Star Hill's Chapel, but I've also worked with the Star Hill family as a wedding cake vendor for over a decade. I can say without hesitation that it's my favorite venue to work with & a consistently stunning backdrop for your most special celebrations. Matt, Adam, & Renee are so easy to work with & adopt every couple into their family. They're loving & genuinely care for their clients, which is rare in such a booming industry. On top of their good character, the pricing is fair, the property offers a wide array of charming indoor & outdoor options, & they make it easy to either hand-pick each of your vendors or receive vetted recommendations from their list of preferred vendors. Our wedding guests still talk about this amazing venue 3 years later!


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