Walden Retreats
Raw space venue
The venue will provide just the space. You’ll bring in your own caterer and vendors.
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $5,500
Packages
Prices start at $5,500
Guest capacity
Up to 147 seated guests
About this venue
Nestled on 96 acres overlooking the cliffs of the Pedernales River, Walden Retreats offers couples a breathtaking escape where nature and luxury meet in perfect harmony. Just an hour from Austin and San Antonio, this Hill Country haven welcomes you into a world of serenity, star-filled skies, and wide-open landscapes made for unforgettable celebrations. Whether you envision a weekend-long wedding immersed in the outdoors or an intimate ceremony surrounded by the calming hush of nature, Walden invites you to begin your love story in a setting unlike any other.
Our event spaces
Texas Hill Country wedding venue
Where the Hill Country sky meets warm fireside toasts — your wedding becomes an elevated escape.
Your ceremony unfolds in a setting that feels like a dreamscape — where the lodge’s beautifully framed open-air design transitions seamlessly into a panoramic lawn overlooking the Pedernales. Imagine walking down the aisle surrounded by golden Texas light, soft breezes moving through the native grasses, and your guests gazing out toward the rolling Hill Country horizon. Whether you choose the airy lawn perched high above the river or the lodge’s interior framed by a living plant wall and warm wood textures, each space embraces nature while offering the comfort and elegance you’ve envisioned for your “I do.”
Guest capacity
Up to 150 Standing
Square footage
3,500
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and Cozy”
Included in this room:
The Event Lodge offers 3,500 square feet of thoughtfully designed indoor space, complete with a catering kitchen, two wood-burning fireplaces, climate control, and custom architectural touches. Grand steel-frame doors fold open to reveal a 5,000-square-foot ceremony lawn with sweeping river views, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Inside, the lodge features a stunning living plant wall, warm natural materials, soaring ceilings, and flexible layouts ideal for custom décor. Outside, your guests can gather around a large communal fire pit furnished with Tamarack chairs — the perfect place for toasts beneath the big Texas sky. Every detail was designed to help you imagine, create, and celebrate the wedding of your dreams.
Room cost
1750
Texas Hill Country wedding venue
Where the Hill Country sky meets warm fireside toasts — your wedding becomes an elevated escape.
Your ceremony unfolds in a setting that feels like a dreamscape — where the lodge’s beautifully framed open-air design transitions seamlessly into a panoramic lawn overlooking the Pedernales. Imagine walking down the aisle surrounded by golden Texas light, soft breezes moving through the native grasses, and your guests gazing out toward the rolling Hill Country horizon. Whether you choose the airy lawn perched high above the river or the lodge’s interior framed by a living plant wall and warm wood textures, each space embraces nature while offering the comfort and elegance you’ve envisioned for your “I do.”
Guest capacity
Up to 150 Standing
Square footage
3,500
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and Cozy”
Included in this room:
The Event Lodge offers 3,500 square feet of thoughtfully designed indoor space, complete with a catering kitchen, two wood-burning fireplaces, climate control, and custom architectural touches. Grand steel-frame doors fold open to reveal a 5,000-square-foot ceremony lawn with sweeping river views, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Inside, the lodge features a stunning living plant wall, warm natural materials, soaring ceilings, and flexible layouts ideal for custom décor. Outside, your guests can gather around a large communal fire pit furnished with Tamarack chairs — the perfect place for toasts beneath the big Texas sky. Every detail was designed to help you imagine, create, and celebrate the wedding of your dreams.
Room cost
1750
Walden Retreats packages
Base Package
50-150 guests
Peak pricing $6,800-14,700
Off-peak pricing $5,500-12,100
Our base package includes exclusive use of our Event Lodge plus four of our luxury tent suites
- Full Day Rental of our Event Lodge
- Wedding Suite for Day of getting ready
- Overnight Lodging in 4 Luxury Tents for 8 guests
- 15 Farm Style Tables
- 2 Live Edge Pecan Tables
- 250 Padded Folding Chairs
- Private Fire Pit with firewood and seating
- 10 Dietz oil-burning lanterns for outdoor lighting
- On Site Parking
Full Buyout Package
50-150 guests
Peak pricing $10,830-23,500
Off-peak pricing $8,900-19,635
Our full buyout packages offer exclusive use of our unique property just for your wedding. This includes 96 acres of pristine Hill Country property all to yourself along with all 15 of our luxury tent suites and use of our Lodge throughout your event.
- Full Day Rental of our Event Lodge
- Wedding Suite for Day of getting ready
- Overnight Lodging in 15 Luxury Tents for 30 guests
- 15 Farm Style Tables
- 2 Live Edge Pecan Tables
- 250 Padded Folding Chairs
- Private Fire Pit with firewood and seating
- 10 Dietz oil-burning lanterns for outdoor lighting
- On Site Parking
Available services that can be provided by Walden Retreats
Services & amenities
- Clean up
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event rentals
- On-site accommodations
- Pet friendly
- Set up
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
Transportation & access
- Self parking - free
- Wheelchair accessible
Rentals
- Chiavari Chairs
Accommodations
- Double bed rooms
- Honeymoon suite
- Luxury suites
- Room blocks offered
- Single king rooms
Reviews
Write a review5.0 out of 5
1 review
C & E 1.11.2025
From the moment we saw a picture of Walden Retreats, we were in love with the place. Our first visit with Tim (who is no longer there, sadly) was incredible, and the entire process from booking to the big day was seamless. Tim made everything so easy, answering all of our questions with patience. After his departure, we had the pleasure of working with Amber, who was equally amazing. She kept everything on track and communicated with us every step of the way. The entire team, including the owners, was incredibly welcoming and made us feel at home from the very beginning. On our wedding day, the weather was perfect—chilly but sunny—and the views were absolutely stunning. It was the perfect backdrop for photos, and our guests couldn’t stop raving about the venue. We also had guests stay in the yurts, and they were beyond happy with their accommodations. The fact that Walden Retreats is dog-friendly was an added bonus—our dogs didn’t want to leave after such a wonderful weekend! We can’t wait to come back and celebrate our anniversary here. Highly recommend Walden Retreats for anyone looking for a beautiful, serene venue with exceptional service.
Response from vendor•Jan 16, 2026Thank you Estefani! You've been such a great advocate for Walden, we really appreciate it. I hope you and Carl are doing well and can make it back to Walden sometime soon! Best regards, Blake Smith, Owner
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