Olde Dobbin Station


Select services venue

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

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $6,000

Packages

Prices start at $6,000

Guest capacity

Up to 530 seated guests


About this venue

Your Something Olde, Your Something New! Olde Dobbin Station provides a unique experience for couples with restored early-1900s structures that blend an authentic historic feel with a vintage touch. Originally, oil companies used the buildings as a pumping station. Later, the property became a famous place of fellowship for the community due to its artesian water well. It even served as the local swimming hole for residents and remains an important historical marker today. Olde Dobbin also features a beautifully renovated chapel.

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Dobbin Station

Your Something Olde, Your Something New

As the largest building on the property, Dobbin Station boasts over 8,000 square feet of beautifully restored historical architecture. This expansive, elegant space seamlessly combines unique structural character with modern versatility, making it the perfect backdrop for large-scale weddings and unforgettable events.

Guest capacity

1-300 Seated

1-520 Standing

Square footage

8,000

Ideal for

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

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Included in this room:

Tables & Chairs for reception halls • Dimmable Lights • Spacious Restrooms • Climate Controlled • Setup & Breakdown of Tables and Chairs • Onsite Event Manager

Chapel

Your Something Olde, Your Something New

Steeped in history, the chapel was formerly an oil pumping station in the late 1800s and early 1900s. The original structure of the building, concrete walls, and roof give it a historical backdrop unlike any other. Please note that this specific building is reserved for ceremonies only and is not available for cocktail hours or additional reception space.

Guest capacity

Up to 300 Seated

Up to 300 Standing

Square footage

4,000

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

Climate Controlled • Ceremony Chairs • Ceremony Chair Setup • Basic Portable PA system

Outdoor Ceremony Spaces

Your Something Olde, Your Something New

Exchange vows outdoors in our Courtyard or by our tranquil pond. Both spaces seamlessly adapt to both intimate and large guest lists.

Guest capacity

Up to 300 Seated

Up to 540 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed”

Included in this room:

Pond: 300 garden chairs for use; paved walkways and altar site Courtyard: accommodates 200 garden chairs; can be used for an outdoor cocktail hour

Bridal Suite

Your Something Olde, Your Something New

Our Dressing Suite is a separate, intimate building located adjacent to Dobbin Station & the Chapel. At approximately 400 square feet, this space is dedicated primarily as a private changing room for the couple, family, and wedding party. Rich in history, the structure originally served as the pump station control room in the 1900s.

Guest capacity

Up to 20 Seated

Up to 30 Standing

Square footage

400

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Included in this room:

Large Dressing Mirrors • Plenty of Seating • Climate Controlled • Garment Rack for Dresses

Groom's Suite

Your Something Olde, Your Something New

Located directly behind the chapel, this convenient dressing suite offers ultimate ease and accessibility on your wedding day. The private space ensures you are just steps away from the ceremony, allowing for seamless transitions and stress-free preparation before you walk down the aisle.

Guest capacity

Up to 20 Seated

Up to 30 Standing

Square footage

300

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed”

Included in this room:

Card Table w/ games • Cozy Couch and Seating • TV & Cable • Climate Controlled • Plenty of Hanging Hooks • Large Dressing Mirror

Dobbin Station

Your Something Olde, Your Something New

As the largest building on the property, Dobbin Station boasts over 8,000 square feet of beautifully restored historical architecture. This expansive, elegant space seamlessly combines unique structural character with modern versatility, making it the perfect backdrop for large-scale weddings and unforgettable events.

Guest capacity

1-300 Seated

1-520 Standing

Square footage

8,000

Ideal for

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

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Included in this room:

Tables & Chairs for reception halls • Dimmable Lights • Spacious Restrooms • Climate Controlled • Setup & Breakdown of Tables and Chairs • Onsite Event Manager

Chapel

Your Something Olde, Your Something New

Steeped in history, the chapel was formerly an oil pumping station in the late 1800s and early 1900s. The original structure of the building, concrete walls, and roof give it a historical backdrop unlike any other. Please note that this specific building is reserved for ceremonies only and is not available for cocktail hours or additional reception space.

Guest capacity

Up to 300 Seated

Up to 300 Standing

Square footage

4,000

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

Climate Controlled • Ceremony Chairs • Ceremony Chair Setup • Basic Portable PA system

Outdoor Ceremony Spaces

Your Something Olde, Your Something New

Exchange vows outdoors in our Courtyard or by our tranquil pond. Both spaces seamlessly adapt to both intimate and large guest lists.

Guest capacity

Up to 300 Seated

Up to 540 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed”

Included in this room:

Pond: 300 garden chairs for use; paved walkways and altar site Courtyard: accommodates 200 garden chairs; can be used for an outdoor cocktail hour

Bridal Suite

Your Something Olde, Your Something New

Our Dressing Suite is a separate, intimate building located adjacent to Dobbin Station & the Chapel. At approximately 400 square feet, this space is dedicated primarily as a private changing room for the couple, family, and wedding party. Rich in history, the structure originally served as the pump station control room in the 1900s.

Guest capacity

Up to 20 Seated

Up to 30 Standing

Square footage

400

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Included in this room:

Large Dressing Mirrors • Plenty of Seating • Climate Controlled • Garment Rack for Dresses

Groom's Suite

Your Something Olde, Your Something New

Located directly behind the chapel, this convenient dressing suite offers ultimate ease and accessibility on your wedding day. The private space ensures you are just steps away from the ceremony, allowing for seamless transitions and stress-free preparation before you walk down the aisle.

Guest capacity

Up to 20 Seated

Up to 30 Standing

Square footage

300

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed”

Included in this room:

Card Table w/ games • Cozy Couch and Seating • TV & Cable • Climate Controlled • Plenty of Hanging Hooks • Large Dressing Mirror


Olde Dobbin Station packages

Venue Rental

520 guests

Peak pricing $6,000-9,300

Off-peak pricing $6,000-7,500

Description

Olde Dobbin Station offers a unique and spacious reception hall, which include the following services & amenities: 8 am to 1 am rental (17 hours) Tables & Chairs for reception halls Two Dressing Rooms Outdoor Ceremony Sites with White Chair Seating Climate Controlled Indoor reception Sites Climate Controlled Chapel Spacious Restrooms Parking lot

What’s included
  • 30 - 8ft Rectangles
  • 40-60" Rounds
  • 300 white garden chairs
  • 300 white Chiavari chairs - reception
  • Bathroom attendant
  • onsite venue manager
  • Bar services separate cost

Available services that can be provided by Olde Dobbin Station

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Clean up
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Set up
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Transportation & access

  • Self parking - free
  • Wheelchair accessible

Rentals

  • Barware
  • Chiavari Chairs
  • Lighting
  • Standard Chairs

Reviews

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Rating: 4.8

4.8 out of 5

6 reviews

  • AM

    Allison M.

    Rating: 5
    Zola
    Jul 5, 2026

    Bride

    From our first conversation with the Olde Dobbin Station team, we knew we had found the right venue. Their responses were swift and their professionalism put us at ease throughout the entire planning process. On our wedding day, they made us feel like they were celebrating with a dear friend rather than just hosting an event. The venue itself is stunning with its timeless charm and whimsical character that made everything feel special and unique to us. Every detail was handled with care, and we felt genuinely taken care of from start to finish. We can't recommend Olde Dobbin Station enough to couples looking for a venue that combines beautiful space with genuine hospitality.

  • TC

    Taylor C.

    Rating: 4
    Zola
    Jan 31, 2026

    Beautiful venue!

    We love Olde Dobbin Station! It was a beautiful venue, staff was great, really had no issues aside from some miscommunication at the end of the reception regarding the bar tab. My MIL was covering the bar tab for us… she paid the set up with her CC and thought at the end of the night they would just run her CC again to cover the tab. She left the reception at 9. As we were about to leave we were told “your mother skipped the bar tab.” It wasn’t intentional on my MIL part. So we had to frantically try to get ahold of her to pay… she was sleeping so there was issues. It was all taken care of, but was a very stressful 30 min for the bride and groom when we are supposed to be enjoying ourselves and getting ready for our send off.

  • AN

    Allison N.

    Rating: 5
    Zola
    Nov 5, 2024

    Beautiful

    Great experience, we loved our wedding location- absolutely beautiful venue!!

  • WA

    Whitney A.

    Rating: 5
    Zola
    Incentivized review
    Mar 12, 2024

    Old Dobbin Station

    This venue is absolutely gorgeous. The staff was amazing and answered any and all questions I had. We were even able use the venue for engagement photos.

  • AC

    Alex Cross

    Rating: 5
    Zola
    Aug 6, 2021

    Rustic, Cozy, Gorgeous

    I'm a wedding photographer who has shot at just about every venue in and around Houston. Olde Dobbin Station easily sits in my top 3 wedding venues. The inside and outside are so naturally stunning that little decor is needed. The layout, amazing natural light, and incredibly friendly and caring staff keeps ODS at the top of my list. I can't recommend this gem enough!


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We believe your bar service should be as unique as your love story. Because we are a fully licensed bar, all alcoholic beverages are provided directly through us, ensuring a safe and seamless experience. Our convenient bar setup fee takes care of all the essentials, including professional bartenders and plasticware. Best of all, we design custom packages tailored to your specific needs, completely bypassing restrictive per-person or per-hour flat fees!
Yes, there is free self parking.
Yes, all our facilities are wheelchair accessible. We also have ramps at the main and side entrances, hearing-impaired fire alarm lights, and trained staff.
Your rental fee includes full-service setup and breakdown of all our on-site tables and chairs, allowing you to focus completely on your special day! We are happy to provide you with full access to our versatile furniture inventory that includes classic white garden chairs for ceremony seating, white Chiavari chairs for reception seating. Dining tables include 8-foot rectangle tables and classic 60" round tables, as well as, 3 copper cocktail tables.
17 Hours. You get access to the venue from 8am to 1am.
Booking fees and all payments made, including deposits, are non-refundable.
George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) in Houston is the closest airport to our location.
Wedding insurance is not required but is a good idea and is affordable. All vendors must be licensed and insured.