FAQs

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Can I wear formal western attire?

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Yes.

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Can I bring my pet?

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No pets allowed. If the animal is a service animal required to support a disability pursuant to the ADA, and in accordance with all applicable laws, then yes, the animal may attend subject to any applicable policies or rules prescribed by the venue. This is a private event and animals are discouraged because some attending adults and children have allergies, and such allergies will be respected and accommodated at this event, to the maximum extent allowed by law.

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Must I timely RSVP, or can I just disregard the RSVP?

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Absolutely RSVP, if you want a spot, with food and drink. If you want yourself and your guests to enjoy the food and beverages available to RSVP'd guests, then yes you must timely RSVP yourself and your party, via this website. The Bar service and the Chef both base their available service inventory upon the guests who have RSVP'd. IF YOU HAVE ANY COMPLICATIONS OR DIFFICULTIES WITH THE PSVP PROCESS, PLEASE CALL JAMIE REAVES AT (832) 707-0510 TO REPORT AND DISCUSS.

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Will there be a full course meal served?

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Yes. Chef Alejandro "Alex" Mireles, Owner of Sierra Catering, will prepare a buffet-style full course dinner. RSVP'd guests, please come hungry. If you have a food allergy, kindly notify the Bride or the Groom.

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Will there be an appetizer served during the cocktail hour, and before entering the the reception/dinner venue?

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Yes. There will be a fruit and cheese table, as well as a passed appetizer during the initial cocktail hour. The bar will be open during the cocktail hour, which will begin after the wedding ceremony. Cocktail hour should begin around 5:00 P.M.

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Is the Wedding Ceremony indoors or outdoors?

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The Wedding Ceremony will be outdoors (weather permitting) under a beautiful centuries-old live oak tree, the cocktail hour will be outdoors in the Corral, and the reception and dinner will be in-doors in the 6.500 sq. ft. reception hall adjacent to the Corral.

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At what time does the Wedding Ceremony begin?

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The Wedding Ceremony begins promptly at 4:30 P.M. Please be seated by or before 4:15 P.M. The staff will close the gates at 4:25 P.M. and the gates will reopen after the Wedding Ceremony has concluded.

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Do you have a Registry?

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Yes. Please see the Tab that says "Registry" on this website. However, with that said, the Bride and Groom do not expect gifts. Your presence to celebrate this special occasion is a gift in and of itself.

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Are there hotel rooms blocked for the guest?

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Rooms are not blocked, but there is a courtesy hold on select rooms at a discounted rate at The Embassy Suites in The Woodlands and at the Hampton Inn & Suites in Conroe, Texas. Please see the Travel tab on this website for more details. The courtesy holds expire 30 days from the wedding, and thereafter, any reservations made at either of these locations will be subject to the then-current posted rates. Courtesy holds are based upon room availability.

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By what date do we have to reserve our hotel room(s) before the courtesy rates on rooms at The Embassy Suites or the Hampton Inn & Suites are no longer available?

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If you want to take advantage of one of the courtesy rates at either suggested venue, you should make the reservation as soon as possible to ensure a spot, but your reservation must be before November 10, 2025, and based upon availability.

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Will there be an open bar and will there be adult and non-adult beverage options?

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Yes, yes, and yes. There will be an open bar for the entirety of the cocktail hour and the reception. There will be non-alcoholic and diet beverages also available. The only cash needed would be for those inclined to tip the bartender.

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Will there be parking for attendees driving to the event?

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Yes. There is a gravel parking lot, with a short (and level) walk to everything, with ample parking and signs that will guide drivers where specifically to park. PARKING RECOMMENDATION: BEST TO BE PARKED IN THE PARKING LOT AT PINE LAKE RANCH BY OR BEFORE 4:10 P.M., FOR THE DRIVER WHO PREPARES TO DEPART AND ARRIVE BY A SPECIFIC TIME. CONSIDER ALLOWING A LITTLE DISCRETIONARY EXTRA DRIVE TIME FOR UNCERTANTIES IN TRAVEL AND UNFAMILIAR ROADS.

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Will there be any transportation between the venue and places of stay?

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Yes, to an extent... At least 2 shuttles will initially run from the Embassy Suites at Hughes Landing to Pine Lake Ranch for the wedding ceremony. Each shuttle has a 14-person capacity (max). Bride and Groom's family shall have priority reserved seats on the shuttles to the wedding ceremony. Any remaining available seats to the wedding ceremony are based upon the order of timing of guest reservation(s) at the Embassy Suites.. Other transportation options will thereafter be by transportation app (e.g.: Uber or Lyft) or rental car, at the traveler's expense. Thereafter, the shuttles will be available to transport guests back to their lodging, as needed throughout the night, and until the end of the reception. All rides on the shuttles are optional, based upon available space, and at no cost to the guest (save and except any tip money), and based upon a first come-first served basis. Shuttles will operate throughout the Wedding Reception to take any early returners back to their lodging, as needed and available. Any destination drop-off areas are subject to the transportation company's rules for operating the shuttle busses. In my opinion, be smart and stay at one of the recommended hotels, or otherwise in the general vicinity.