Blissful Hill

t recommend them enough! Unfortunately, COVID royally screwed our plans. Blissful Hill worked with us and allowed us to move our date, no fees attached. We also reduced our wedding size. We came to them at the end of 2020 and let them know of our revised plan. They exceeded our expectations and were completely willing to accommodate our new plan. I truly could not believe it after hearing so many horror stories from other brides who weren’t allowed to change their date, or had to pay a costly fee to change their date, and who could not make any revisions to their original plan. If COVID were not enough, it rained ALL DAY on our wedding day and we had originally planned to keep everything outside. I literally made the decision to bring it all inside a couple of hours before ceremony start, they were so flexible and were able to get everything moved to be indoors! Luckily, however, the rain cleared just enough for us to have a beautiful ceremony outside still! Originally, we selected their venue because of the seamless experience their all-inclusive venue could provide. I gave Kara my Pinterest board and we had a couple of meetings to discuss some of the smaller details and I told her that I trusted her to take it from there. She and her team delivered the most dreamy, beautiful wedding day!! I think one of my favorite things that really set our wedding apart from the others was when, as the bride, I was escorted down to the ceremony site in a neat old vintage car. So cool! For those who are wondering what is and is not included, here is my list. Included in the “Dress and We do the Rest”: venue, tables, chairs, flowers, bouquets/boutonnieres for up to 6 bridesmaids/groomsmen, centerpieces, food/serving staff (a choice of BBQ, Pasta, or Fajitas – we chose fajitas and many of our guests came to us after the wedding to let us know how much they enjoyed the food!), cake/cake cutting (Michelle’s Patisserie – absolutely fabulous cake!), DJ (we hired a live stream service who also DJ’d for us, but there is a DJ available included in the package), bartender and bar supplies, photography, 4 cottages that sleep up to 18 people for the whole weekend. Not Included (things I purchased): hair/makeup, bridesmaid robes, glowsticks for dance party, sparklers for send off, Save the Dates/Invitations and postage, bridesmaid bouquet ribbons, bouquets/boutonnieres for bridesmaids/groomsmen over 6, snacks/drinks for getting ready the day of, guestbook or other item for guest signing, alcohol, cups/napkins and ice for the bar. Other add-ons the venue can provide for an additional charge – food for each guest over 150, there are some various food and snack add-ons for the day of that you can select, they can host and provide a rehearsal dinner the Friday before for an additional cost per guest, there are additional cottages on the premises that can sleep up to 26 more guests. Note that the “Big House” has to be booked via VRBO, but the other cottages Blissful Hill can book for you, as long as they have not already been booked by someone else (these cottages are open to the public). Thank you so much to Blissful Hill for an absolutely amazing day!

w we envisioned it. They offer all inclusive packages which takes so much pressure off during the planning process. The location is great and all of the nearby rental houses allowed the wedding party and some guests to stay onsite to make the weekend super easy. I couldn't recommend this venue and the staff enough!

typically come with a wedding. The entire staff at Blissful Hill were so helpful and accommodating. They made the entire process easy and smooth!

tiful - there are so many gorgeous photo opportunities inside and out. You really can't get anything better for your money. Wishing Blissful Hill many many years of success.

e of, and cared so genuinely about our day being everything we wanted it to be. The day of the wedding we realized my dress hadn't been altered correctly, and Katrina jumped in even here, and completely fixed it. Our experience with Blissful Hill could not have been any better. They truly go above and beyond!

the venue, it was seriously unmatched. My husband and I will forever be grateful for the wonderful people at Blissful Hill! Our wedding was a dream come true. I could not have been happier with how everything turned out! They were so helpful, kind and patient they went above and beyond for me and my husband to make sure we had the perfect day. There aren’t even enough compliments I could give to really explain how wonderful they were. We will forever be thankful for Kara, Katrina and the staff at Blissful Hill again thank you so much!🖤

e too many vendors at once. The staff was fantastic! Kara and Katrina worked so hard to make the day was everything we could have ever hoped and dreamed and that we didn’t have to do anything ourselves day of. Erin decorated the space that far exceeded what I could have even imagined - and the flowers were insanely beautiful. Seriously the ENTIRE TEAM goes above and beyond. I have a very hard time letting go of planning things, but I could trust them with it all.

new I was in good hands who had my best interest in mind. I would recommend anyone and everyone to look into booking with them because you truly get the most out of your money compared to other venues (they can really do it ALL!) and they make you feel like family during the whole process! Thank you Blissful Hill!

re genuinely wonderful people that will go above and beyond to make your wedding day everything you’ve ever dreamed of. One thing I will say is that they are the best at finding solutions to your problems. My cake was destroyed on the way out to the venue (we decided to pick it up ourselves.) With a lot of TLC they saved my cake, no one even noticed it had melted.

is absolutely gorgeous everywhere you look. I could not say enough good about my experience with Blissful Hill!

rst day of our marriage. On our first visit we met Katrina and Kara, and after a tour/walk-through with them, we signed on the spot. Like other reviews say - beautiful venue (outdoor or indoor), stunning nature all-around, genuine people, LOTS of resources available. But what made it so easy to choose them was how professional yet completely genuine they were. Future couples - don't just choose the "place", but choose carefully WHO you work with. I walked in thinking I knew what I wanted for my wedding - but these guys took it to the next level. Katrina, Kara, and Erin listened, understood, and gave me VISION for things I didn't know was even possible. We look at our wedding photos and just want to cry, because Blissful Hill made us feel so safe, cared for, to be emotional and real and so incredibly special. Stop looking elsewhere, THIS is where you want to start your marriage and THESE PEOPLE are who you will love, just like we have through and through.

eeded any decorations which was a plus. The owners were nothing but nice, helpful, thoughtful, and outgoing, it was nice that they were family run. They were easy to get into contact with. It was a newer venue so they were updating things as the time went along, and every update they did was subtle and perfect. Katrina and her family had such a great eye on how to put a wedding together. They offered varying packages and included one called “everything but the dress” but we opted for the lower cost one and found our own vendors. They did our reception decorations, bartenders, provided tables, set up and took down, and provided a day of coordinator (Katrina, the owner). We stayed the night in the cabins which made it an easy weekend without having to travel far. We also had our rehearsal dinner there which worked great, they set up and took down tables. I got so many complements on the venue and how cool of a place it was. Some room for improvements would be to only communicate with one day of coordinator (because they have two), I felt that information was sometimes miscommunicated and lost. Secondly, there was another event hosted on Friday in the reception hall even thought we would have the whole venue the entire weekend, but they were barely noticeable so it worked ok. I loved this venue and would highly recommend!

e researched endlessly the costs and logistics of various venues in the Austin area. When we found Blissful Hill, we were shocked by the quality of their weddings and the stunning venue, and were even more pleasantly surprised that they were available in April when we were hoping to get married. From the earliest planning stages to the days after the wedding, they were a dream to work with. Time and time again, they reassured us (and our parents!) that they had it taken care of and more importantly, showed us that they did. They worked with us tirelessly to make sure they were clear on our vision and knew how to bring it to life. They went above and beyond, particularly the day of the wedding. In what could have been several nightmare scenarios - a guest tripped and got injured, there were torrential storms up until an hour before the ceremony, several older family members were freezing cold due to the winds - they handled the day-of emergencies to the point that my husband and I didn't even find out until after the fact. They took care of every person who was there, from providing blankets, to giving golf cart rides down the hill, to even giving us some leftover sparklers so that we could have a sparkler exit. We had an issue with trying to make returns to the liquor store the next day since it was a Sunday, and Katrina offered to return it for us. I mean, WHO DOES THAT!? I cannot thank the staff at Blissful Hill enough for helping to make our day perfect. We have nothing but incredible memories of that night, and I know it was largely due to them. If you're a future Blissful Hill couple, you're lucky, because you are in the best hands!

Erin will make your vision come to life in the flowers! I had a stres free wedding thanks to this team! I would and do recommend this place to anyone wanting a wonderful experience! ❤️

detail. Wedding day was a breeze and they accommodated our guests to the freezing cold with blankets! If you ever have the chance to see the property and meet this amazing family, you will not regret it. Thank you Blissful Hill!

st dreams. I am so glad that we decided to go with them.

genuine and personal touch. They make you feel like family and go above and beyond to bring your dream wedding to life. I got married there on September 29th and right before the ceremony it rained..hard. They set the whole thing us for an indoor wedding, and then the rain stopped. I have ALWAYS dreamed of an outdoor wedding. When the rain stopped, Katrina looked at me and said, "Do you hear that? The rain is gone! Do you want to do this outside?" And just like that the team wiped everything down, accompanied my guests outside, and made my outdoor ceremony dream a reality. I can't thank Katrina, Kara, Erin, and the whole clan enough. You'd be crazy to get married anywhere else!!!

. We fell in love with these guys. The venue and grounds will speak for themselves. You don’t need to add much of anything to make it your own. Having the cabins for the weekend made the world of difference also. We loved having our wedding party spend the night all together. It was amazing!

I knew immediately that I wanted place my very special day in her hands and the hands of her team. Everything that happens at Blissful Hill is a labor of love. The team is top notch and cares deeply for their clients. (And turns out they were installing a new fire hydrant...thus the torn up driveway. Every time I went after that, some awesome new addition had appeared - freshened up paths, new landscaping, etc.) They offer lots of different packages, to make it as much of a one-stop-shop as you like. For me (a lowish maintenance bride with a short engagement and busy season at work), picking a package was a life saver. I was so pleased with everything that they provided and the vendors that they worked with for everything else. When I look back on our wedding day, all I can say is that it was exactly what I wanted. The food they served was delicious and one of the most efficient serving lines I'd ever experienced at a wedding. They took care of our flowers and decor and it was all beautiful. The location on the river is absolutely gorgeous. (and makes for stunning photos) The reception barn is full of light and makes a perfect place for a party. Every part of the venue has Katrina's touch on it - she truly has the gift of hospitality. Kara is an amazing day-of-coordinator and planner - so easy to work with and cares about making your day your day. The team is amazing at making your vision come to life (and at giving great ideas and suggestions if you're a little stuck coming up with a vision). If you want to work with people who care...this is your team! I would marry my husband a thousand times over and we would choose Blissful Hill again every time.

ing day stress free! It was fun, beautiful and worth every penny! I can't wait to renew our vows here in 10 years! Thank you to Katrina, Kara, Erin and the rest of the BH team!

for us, we were blown away by the overall experience. The food, atmosphere, scenery and overall experience was exactly what we were looking for in a venue. The venue played a huge part in the success of our weekend and the amount of our guests who are still talking about your venue is testament to that.

were extremely helpful. Our prayers were definitely answered with this venue. In words of Simon from American Idol... "Its a YES from me!" Cant wait to get married to my better half in this beautiful venue!

meeting. It felt more like a family get together than a venue appt. We met with the venue when it was just a barn, but we fell in love with them, and there vision. After meeting them, we knew we wanted our wedding at Blissful Hill and it was the best decision we ever made.. The entire event was flawless from the decoration, to the ceremony, to the food and lighting. Our guests were beyond impressed and literally had the time of their lives.. Majority of them stated that it was the best wedding they ever attended. Kara was extremely hands on and walked us through every step during the preparation of the wedding. Without her, we would've been lost. Also, when meeting Erin, she was so hands on with the floral décor, it was absolutely gorgeous. The open communication that we were able to have was great, always willing to assist with any questions I had, day or night. I want to thank them for making our wedding a dream come true.. Do not waste your time visiting any other venue. BLISSFUL HILL IS THE PLACE FOR YOU.. TRUST ME. YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT

ruly take customer service experiences seriously). I was one of the first brides that took a chance and booked with Blissful Hill when it was just on slab. I am so happy I chose them! All of our guests were amazed with the gorgeous views. All the little details that went into the barn, and the little cottages made everything so special and magical. Our guests were impressed by the helpful hands on owners, and were with us every step of the way. Katrina (owner) is one of the sweetest and kindest persons I've met. She was so helpful and made sure the bride/groom were truly at ease and everything was taken care of. Our guests took the most beautiful photos at this venue! There are views for days! The place is so relaxing and so laid back, but yet elegant and charming! I would highly recommend this place not only for magical weddings but any social event!

I could have ever wanted!! They are an amazing family and they are sooo wonderful to work with and so hardworking!! This venue is as close to the lake as you will get in the Lake Travis area. The area is so versatile, you can get whatever you want out of the land! The barn is HUGE and with a built in bar, bridal suite, and grooms suite it can fit a very large party. We used most of the recommended vendors and even though we were warned against it (by friends and family), it was the best decision the caterer on site is AMAZING, and everyone is a joy to work with! And, Erin (their florist), gave me exactly what I wanted and then some! Blissful Hill is truly a Blissful place!! If you want someone to take away the stress of wedding planning, these are your people!if you want someone to let you do your own thing, these are also your people!

weekend of our lives, we created memories we will never forget!

As the groom all I cared about was good food and it was amazing. Even the cake and photographer were great. It was awesome having our wedding party staying onsite with us and hanging out for our wedding. This venue won't disappoint you!

ng, and the gorgeous ceremony spot that is surrounded by water on three sides and lined with trees. The barn is almost ready and I was able to tour and see just how grand the space is! The drive out through Spicewood is also gorgeous. Plus this is a family run business. Kara and Katrina are both such sweet people and I had the pleasure of meeting with other members of their family as well. Their entire family is so invested in the Blissful Hill and making our wedding special. I spent a couple of hours on the property and honestly didn't want to leave. It felt like home! We couldn't be more excited for our wedding at the Blissful Hill!

the mock ups, and we fell in love. No other venue could provide a lakeside ceremony site, onsite lodging, and a huge reception space PLUS a huge discount for being one of the first couples to book! This is clearly a family business and they are not out to nickel and dime us, in fact, they have made us feel like part of the family! We have never had any issues with communication and the owners are very honest and open about progress. We are 200% confident that our wedding will be amazing here! I've never felt so confident signing a contract. There are no hidden service charges or fees and we have so much freedom to customize our 200 guest wedding the way we want. So many of the other venues we visited had 12% service charges, insane bar fees, fees for even non-alcoholic beverages, fees to PLUG IN THE LIGHTS, rental fees for the bridal suite, mandatory cake cutting fees (even if we cut the cake ourselves), etc etc etc. Blissful Hill is straight-forward and they even have space at the end of the contract to write in additional details not already addressed. The owners have a floral company, so we were able to discuss flowers and get a quote while checking out the venue. My fiance plans on having the groomsmen out on the boat and pulling right up to the venue since there is a boat dock right there! I can't understand why anyone would give Blissful Hill only 2 stars for it not being complete when they have stressed that fact REPEATEDLY. We are so excited and feel so lucky to have found this place. I can't recommend it enough! If I could give it more stars I would! We will be reviewing after the wedding of course, but as of right now, we LOVE Blissful Hill! Thank you!

Blissful Hill. However, at this point in time, this venue is only a vision. When we drove up, there was a dilapidated, seemingly abandoned house across the street from the spot where the venue will be. We got in Kara’s golf cart and drove down to the waterfront, which is beautiful. Apparently, there a barn that was disassembled is being transported in to be reassembled on the site. But, there is an existing structure that needs to be torn down. The land has yet to be graded or the foundation poured. When we asked for renderings of what the finished product will look like or a detailed timeline, all we were provided with was a hand sketched picture of a barn face and layout of the rooms. We believe that there is a lot of potential at this location but the unprofessional presentation of the property and misleading information left us disappointed, especially after driving an hour from Austin to view the venue.