1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Join us for a drink at our favorite winery, Bell Springs Winery in Dripping Springs! Please RSVP if you'd like to join us so we can plan accordingly. please eat before as the winery only has drinks and a few snacks We look forward to celebrating with you!
5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Ceremony: 5-6 Cocktail Hour: 6-7 Dinner & Dancing from 7-11! ATTIRE: Cocktail Attire/Semi-Formal. As we celebrate our special day in the warmth of Dripping Springs, we encourage guests to dress comfortably yet elegantly. Lightweight fabrics and light colors are recommended to beat the heat while still looking chic. Feel free to rock your favorite dress or light-colored suit, and don't forget your sunglasses for that Texas sun!
Travel Note
Courtyard by Marriott Austin Dripping Springs 1002 Rob Shelton Boulevard, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
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This is a great hotel if you want to stay in Austin! (MEL works here :) )
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Another great place to stay in Austin- Mel works here :)
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Hill Country Casitas www.hillcountrycasitas.com This is a great location just under 3 miles past the venue- they have multiple cabins and a meeting pavilion. The cabins are super nice and it's a great location for just two or for the whole family to rent different cabins and spend the weekend together. Their 2 bedroom cabins are incredible and perfect if you have families or couples that want to share. La Fortuna https://www.lodgewell.co/la-fortuna This property is literally right down the hill from the venue- they have 9 - 28 foot in diameter glamping TiPi's, 1 A-frame cabin for 2 and an adorable farm house that sleeps 6-8. This is the perfect spot for those adventurous friends and family members. They have a pavilion for groups staying in the tipis to gather. They are currently renting individually, but will allow buyouts for wedding groups and corporate events. Camp David Retreat https://www.campdavidretreat.com/ This brand new lodging option is directly across the private road from Vista West Ranch, you can easily walk back and forth from the wedding. It has a pool, hot tub, pickle-ball courts, a challenge course as well as fire pits and a huge deck. Their property features 4 master bedrooms in the main house and a bunk house that sleeps 16 (8 bunk beds). It is perfect for our overflow lodging guests at both Vista West Ranch and The Creek Haus. If you or your family have dogs... they are dog friendly and have a fenced area off of the bunkhouse. This is a full buyout property and is definitely more of a group kind of place to stay, but super nice and convenient to our wedding venues. Please let them know you are a guest of Vista West Ranch when inquiring. Lucky Arrow Retreat https://www.luckyarrowretreat.com/ This property is located on Bell Springs road and has a combo of luxury cabins and yurts. They are fairly new.
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Lakeway Resort & Spa 101 Lakeway Dr, Lakeway, Texas 78734 Tel. (512) 261-6600
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) Its about 45-55 minutes from the wedding venue
For welcome event, ceremony & reception: The Creek Haus- 4015 McGregor Ln Dripping Springs, TX 78620
Texas is hot in September! Expect temperatures from mid 70s to mid 90s Fahrenheit (24-35°C) during the day and mid-60s to mid-70s Fahrenheit (18-24°C) in the evenings. The ceremony and cocktail hour will be outside, so its important to stay hydrated and bring sunscreen! The reception will be in a barn with an indoor/outdoor feel. However, the space will be climate controlled. It's advisable to check the weather forecast closer to the date for more accurate predictions.
Dripping Springs is part of the Texas Hill Country, known for its wineries. Consider a visit or wine tour to local wineries like Bell Springs Winery, or Duchman Family
Nature enthusiasts can explore Pedernales Falls State Park, known for its scenic trails, river views, and the picturesque Pedernales Falls. Hiking, birdwatching, and picnicking are popular activities here. This is the first place we visited during our first trip to Austin!
Dripping Springs has a burgeoning craft beer scene. You can explore local breweries such as 12 Fox Beer, Twisted X Brewing Company and Suds Monkey Brewing Company for a taste of the local craft brews.
We haven't checked this out yet, but have heard a lot about the Texas Hill Country Olive Company. Guests can take a tour of the olive orchard, learn about olive oil production, and enjoy tastings.
The Texas Hill Country is home to several distilleries making it easy to experience local spirits. Some worth exploring are: Deep Eddy Distillery Dripping Springs, Treaty Oak Distillery, Dripping Springs Distillery, Cypress Creek Reserve Rum Distillery and Still Austin Whiskey Co
This park offers hiking, mountain biking, and rock climbing opportunities. The scenic views of the Pedernales River make it a great spot for outdoor activities.