Indoor&Outdoor Lakeside Ceremony& Indoor Reception
151 to 200 guests
Holds ceremonies and receptions
AWARD WINNER (2X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Kemah Gardens is a wedding venue located in Kemah, TX.
Intimate Indoor or Outdoor Lakeside Garden Weddings & Indoor Receptions
Nestled away on 4+ hidden and privately-accessed acres of pines and lofty trees, with a climate-controlled reception hall that can seat up to 210 guests (150 guests inside and up to 60 guests outside on the covered patio), and a vintage arbor overlooking a serene lake with an illuminated water fountain and frequent sunsets, is ideal for garden wedding ceremonies & receptions, rehearsal dinners or any other type of special event such as Quinceañeras, corporate/church retreats, family reunions, celebration of life gatherings, graduations, and team building events. Whether your event is small & intimate or large & lavish, Kemah Gardens, in partnership with its preferred vendors, can take your vision to reality.
Woman-owned Business
Pricing details
Starting prices
Reception:
$5,000
Ceremony:
$700
Bar services:
Contact for price
Catering:
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Starting prices don't include service fees, taxes, gratuity, and rental fees. Guest count and seasonality may also affect prices. Peak season for this venue is Mar-Dec.
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Backyard
Ballroom
Barn
Farm & Ranch
Beach
Waterfront
Estate
Garden
Park
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Cakes & Desserts
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
Destination Wedding Planning
Food & Catering
Planning
Destination Wedding Planning
Se Habla Español
Wedding Design
Rentals & Equipment
Service Staff
Transportation
Shuttle Service
Awards and Affiliations
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Reviews
4.8
out of 5.064 reviews
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Kemah Gardens is highly praised for its stunning beauty, peaceful ambiance, and attentive staff who go above and beyond to ensure weddings and events are memorable. The venue's private space, picturesque pond, and well-decorated indoor and outdoor areas offer a romantic setting for any special occasion, accommodating large groups with ease. The event coordinators, Ciria and Lisa, are noted for their knowledge, friendliness, and efficiency in making wedding dreams come true, with couples appreciating the all-inclusive packages and exceptional service provided by the team.Review photos
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Elizabeth W
5.0
10/17/2024
Absolutely fell in love with the beauty of Kemah Gardens. A private space for you to enjoy your special day. Staff is helpful and attentive to your needs. It's great to have someone help you with your planning and make you feel that more special. The pond and gardens that surround the venue are so peaceful and relaxing. We were blessed to say our "I-Do's" here ten years ago and even more excited to return for anniversary pictures this summer. It was here we took our pregnancy announcement pictures and it truly has been a blessing to have them be a part of our journey twice. If you're looking for a little privacy in a busy city and the peace of nature, I highly recommend Kemah Gardens.
Stephanie G
3.0
1/01/2024
Overall had a great experience, venue was beautiful and we had a great time. We had issues with Lisa because she wasn’t personable, and rubbed our wedding party the wrong way. The DJ they recommended ( since we weren’t allowed to pick our own) was great, BUT he sent us a spreadsheet to complete with specific details and songs we wanted for walking down the isle, exit, in between etc., and he obviously didn’t take the time to read or listen to what we submitted even though we had the artist name and title specifically stated. They also charge extra for center pieces they already have in stock, but they suggested to save money we could use our bridal bouquets for center pieces from “their choice” of flower shops. After the ceremony, nobody gathered the bouquets, so half the tables were left without center pieces since nobody came to gather them to add to vases. They lacked communication before and after the wedding but still managed to do enough to get the job done and we had a great time.
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Gary B
5.0
12/31/2023
It was so nice to attend a Christmas Winter Formal Party at the Kemah Garden’s was such a wonderful experience. I couldn’t imagine sharing the special day with all the friends at this beautiful hidden gem venue! The venue was very spacious for our group of 200+ , the venue was well decorated, had a good food that was catered, amazing DJ and the famous Dash Gordon Foundation had the party hyped! Thank you to everyone, the staff was very nice and accommodating for all of our special needs. It was just a special day spent with special people, and we created special memories of a lifetime! Looking forward to attending and also having another event very soon.
Thank you, Kemah Gardens!
I would recommend this place if you’re looking for something really nice subtle whether it’s a private wedding or something like a birthday, corporate event, benefit/ fundraiser can easily accommodate couple hundred people. It has an indoor and outdoor enjoyment experience with a beautiful pond and landscape scenery.
The event coordinators Ciria and Lisa is also very knowledgeable about weddings and events. Very friendly, easy to work with and just loves bringing people together to have an enjoyable experience!
Laura D
5.0
12/30/2023
I loved the venue especially the lake & water fountain! It made a great backdrop for our pictures. The staff made our wedding day very special & memorable. They were very professional & responded to our phone calls & texts within a reasonable amount of time.
Heather L
5.0
8/26/2023
I had my wedding at Kemah Gardens on 6/10/23 and it was everything I could have imagined that day to be :) The venue is absolutely gorgeous, ideal for those who want an outdoor wedding! I got so many compliments from friends and family about the venue. Lisa and Ciria were the true MVPs with making sure everything turned out the way we wanted. They were incredibly helpful throughout the planning process, and on the day of the wedding, they made sure that everything ran smoothly and seamlessly. Ciria even helped turn my wedding cake into a masterpiece last minute after some confusion with the cake vendor.
Mayra S
5.0
5/03/2023
From groom and bride :)
I recently had the pleasure of hosting my wedding at Kemah Gardens and I have to say, everything went absolutely lovely. The venue itself is absolutely beautiful, with stunning decor and a romantic atmosphere that set the perfect tone for our big day.
One of the things that really stood out to me was the exceptional service provided by the staff. In particular, I want to give a shout-out to Lisa and Ciria, who went above and beyond to ensure that our wedding was everything we had hoped for and more. They were incredibly helpful throughout the planning process, and on the day of the wedding, they made sure that everything ran smoothly and seamlessly.
Adrienne J
5.0
1/01/2023
Kemah Gardens helped me have the wedding of my dreams! I had a very small and intimate wedding and Kemah Gardens made it perfect. They helped me plan out what I wanted and worked very hard even when the weather tried to put a damper on things. We thought we would have to have an indoor wedding but at the last minute the fog lifted and the staff worked so hard to ensure I got my beautiful outdoor wedding. I was very pleased! I highly recommend Kemah Gardens and look forward to doing a vowel renewal with them soon!
Vianca G
5.0
1/01/2023
Absolutely made my all wedding hopes & dreams come true! I cannot thanks Ciria, Lisa and the whole Kemah gardens team enough! They went above and beyond to provide us the best wedding experience we could possibly ask for. Beautiful venue & beautiful people! Our guests could not stop complimenting the venue and how beautiful it looked. I’ve recommended this venue to several friends and will continue to! Thank you for being so exceptional. Love your May 14th 2022 Bride & Groom🤍
Natalie G
5.0
1/01/2023
Incredible venue for any type of event especially a wedding. The place is gorgeous and the owners pay attention to all of the details to make it a memorable experience. This place
Is a hidden gem.
Timothy G
5.0
12/31/2022
Incredible event venue for any type of event especially wedding. The place is stunning with a beautiful background. Owners Ciria and Dan Rybicki pay special attention to all of the details to make anyone’s experience beautiful and memorable.
Ashley V
5.0
12/05/2022
What a stunning venue! It really felt like a purely magical day. There were butterflies flying all around us and the greenery and flowers are just beautiful at this location! We booked our venue in the Stonecreek hall location and it was everything I could have wanted in a venue! The only thing I would knock off points for is not being able to drop off decorations the night before. This kept me up the night before my wedding wondering how we were going to get it all there. Luckily it all worked out but it would have saved a good deal of stress on my end. Either way inside and out it was a beautiful venue and the event hall staff was quick to answer any questions I had in the whole wedding planning process.
Jesse B
5.0
6/25/2022
Kemah Gardens did an excellent job planning and customizing our wedding. From the decorations to the food, everything was wonderful. The staff was very easy to communicate with and answered questions quickly throughout the process. Highly recommend!
Joshua K
5.0
12/23/2021
I was not sure where I wanted to have a wedding until I visited Kemah Gardens. There I met Ciria and some of her staff, and walked out knowing this would be the place. The grounds are beautiful and the packages are all-inclusive. My situation is very difficult due to everything needing to be arranged at the snap of a finger, and Ciria has been supportive the whole way and accommodating.
Jessica A
5.0
11/20/2021
I’m in love with the gardens and pavilion at Kemah Gardens! This venue offers so much which really helped with our planning and budget. Ciria and her team have been so helpful with everything and we are so excited for our wedding!
Ashley R
5.0
7/29/2021
Ciria was very accommodating for us when we had to postpone our wedding due to COVID. The venue is beautiful! Kemah Gardens had to move our ceremony location at the last minute due to the ground being wet from rain that day, but it ended up even more beautiful than our original plans. We were very happy with Ciria and her team and would recommend Kemah Gardens to anyone who is planning a wedding or large event.
Duane C
5.0
6/20/2021
Though hurt by the freeze from last year the wedding was great. The staff worked hard to make the day as stress free as possible. We could not use the house, but KG made the day truly special for my daughter. This place is great and they take exceelent care of everything.
Sumer S
5.0
5/20/2021
My daughter was married at Kemah Gardens on May 15, 2021. We fell in love with the venue and with Ciria on our first visit to the site. The grounds are beautiful and everyone was so helpful.
Ciria and her staff made this the easiest stress free wedding day ever. Every detail was taken care of and staff was there taking care of us through out the wedding.
I highly recommend Kemah Gardens!
Kimberly D
5.0
10/05/2020
Excellent venue. Ciria is an expert at this. Trust her guidance,help, and advice. Her and her staff goes above and beyond to make the wedding day a spectacular success. I would definitely use this venue again.
Denise A
5.0
10/05/2020
Beautiful, cozy venue with excellent staff. Very helpful and accommodating. They made sure my wedding was special. I appreciate the way everyone went above and beyond to make things perfect for us. I highly recommend!
Emily F
4.0
6/17/2020
The venue is beautiful and very well maintained. Ciria was able to answer all of our questions as well as accommodate our 100 guests and all of the requests that we had. The day of our event was flawless she had everything taken care of so my husband and I could truly enjoy our special day with our family and loved ones. She was able to coordinate with all of our chosen vendors to get everything done before my husband and I arrived to get ready for our ceremony. I had my ceremony and reception at this venue and it was wonderful my guests raves about the grounds as well as the spacious are for the reception. I could not have asked for a better venue to tie the knot with my love and surrounded by family and friends.
Cameron A
4.0
11/03/2019
Ciria and her team at Kemah Gardens are very professional. The venue is beautiful, and our wedding was nothing short of amazing! I appreciate the hard work her and her team put in!
Sevrin S
5.0
11/01/2019
Kemah Gardens is such a fabulous place & so pretty for weddings. I had my wedding back in June 2019 & everything came out so Perfect. The team at Kemah Gardens is so awesome. The venue is perfect for so many different type of weddings. Either big or small.
Lauren B
5.0
10/31/2019
Wonderful team, beautiful grounds, and beyond helpful with almost anything and everything! Can’t wait to have my wedding here soon!
Brittany S
5.0
10/31/2019
Ciria and her team helped us create the perfect day and really let us get creative throughout the whole process. From the decor to the dances, we knew we wanted to do things a bit different than most and they were all about making OUR dream become a reality. Ciria was always easy to get in touch with and very upfront about everything from pricing to what we could expect at each step of the way. We used their "inclusive" package in which they booked many of the vendors (DJ, Catering, Cake) themselves which truly made the process seamless. I'd always recommend this package as having a day-of coordinator really made the day so much easier. We had our ceremony outdoors on the deck connected to the pond, this gave us some great shots with the fountain in the background. And the indoor scheme was the perfect match for our tuscan floral arrangements. Also, if you want a great shot for bridals, they allowed us to take my shots there and I cannot say enough about how gorgeous the willow trees make the pictures look! The whole team was very supportive, even at little events such as the rehearsal when we needed a few stand ins for those that couldn't make it. I cannot say enough for how great the entire day went. The entire facility was so neat and the best location we could have chosen.
Deb C
5.0
12/28/2018
When my daughter became engaged, I was thrilled. When she told me the wedding would be in two months, my elation turned to sheer panic. Then we met Ciria. She was able to book the exact date we needed. Ciria has walked us through every step of the planning, helped us stay on budget, and gently nudged us to stay on task. She has been amazing. The wedding will be this weekend. Instead of being anxious, or worried, I'm totally at ease. I know that it's going to be beautiful and Ciria will take care of the details that I may have forgotten. I am so pleased that my daughter chose Kemah Gardens for this very special day.
Lauren S
5.0
12/24/2018
A beautiful venue, and we love the owner, Ciria. She has been an incredible guide for our wedding and we are truly grateful to her. She is organized, knowledgeable, and she knows all the right people. Not to mention, the grounds are well kept and gorgeous. We especially love the on-sight lake. I think my favorite part is the reception hall. It is so elegant. So many wonderful things to say about Ciria and Kemah Gardens. I am hoping we can think of something else to use this venue for in the future because it is just so perfect for any event. 100% recommend.
marlene m
4.0
10/30/2018
Beautiful, quaint and romantic venue. Staff were professional, kind and very helpful. We were very satisfied with all the vendors in her network that worked on my daughter's wedding. All our guests gave very nice compliments on the set-up of the wedding as a whole. I recommend Kemah Gardens.
Sharon R
5.0
10/12/2018
Kemah Gardens was an ideal venue for our small, intimate wedding ceremony of approximately 100 close friends and family. Since my spouse and I travelled from out of state for the wedding, we took advantage of the full range of all-inclusive services offered by Ciria and her pre-vetted vendors (i.e. venue, reception hall, decorating, DJ, meal catering, wedding cake, parking, valet services and much more). Ciria guided us flawlessly through the processes necessary to hold a beautiful unique wedding specific to our requests. Our guests are still commenting on what a wonderful wedding we had and how much fun they had. It rained the day of our ceremony (tears of joy from heaven). Ciria and her staff quickly moved our wedding vow location from outside by the pond to the newly constructed covered patio. They took great care to ensure the setting was beautiful and personalized as I had desired. If you need a beautiful venue for your wedding or any other important event, I recommend Kemah Gardens. I rate Kemah Gardens 5 Stars for exceptional value, personalized services beyond that which is customary, outstanding quality, a beautiful setting all resulting in a memorable experience.
Erin Q
5.0
7/12/2018
My daughter Erin was thrilled to find this beautiful venue! It was such a pleasure for us to work with the owner Ciria Rybicki and her staff. This beautiful place is perfect for anything--not just a wedding. The weather did not cooperate, but the venue hall with its large windows and glass walls allowed the ceremony to be performed so that the wedding party and guests looked out at the luxurious grounds and natural beauty. We were able to get outside for pictures in between showers, but the ones taken inside were still quite nice.
This venue is minutes away from nationally-known attractions, including the Kemah Board Walk, the Johnson Space Center and Space Center Houston, and just about 30 minutes from Galveston. There will be plenty for out of towns guests to do if they want to come for a few days! But while you are on the grounds of Kemah Gardens, it's hard to imagine that the hustle and bustle of everyday life is so close by.
My daughter Erin was thrilled to find this beautiful venue! It was such a pleasure for us to work with the owner Ciria Rybicki and her staff. This beautiful place is perfect for anything--not just a wedding. The weather did not cooperate, but the venue hall with its large windows and glass walls allowed the ceremony to be performed so that the wedding party and guests looked out at the luxurious grounds and natural beauty. We were able to get outside for pictures in between showers, but the ones taken inside were still quite nice.
This venue is minutes away from nationally-known attractions, including the Kemah Board Walk, the Johnson Space Center and Space Center Houston, and just about 30 minutes from Galveston. There will be plenty for out of towns guests to do if they want to come for a few days! But while you are on the grounds of Kemah Gardens, it's hard to imagine that the hustle and bustle of everyday life is so close by.
Vendor response 07/12/2018
Judy, it was an absolute pleasure to have had the opportunity to work with both you and Er...
in. Marian, Kelly and I had a great time putting together the centerpieces. They turned out beautiful.
Erin S
5.0
7/08/2018
The staff and the owner was extremely nice and very professional to us before our wedding and on the day of our wedding. They made sure that my husband and I were taken care of before the wedding and also made sure that the day of our wedding that our guests were taken care of. I highly recommend this venue!!!!
Kimberly K
5.0
5/07/2018
Our daughter had her wedding here on April 21, 2018 and it was lovely! The venue is beautiful from the bride and groom rooms, to the ceremony area, to the reception facility. Ciria was a pleasure to work with, as was her staff. She is very passionate about what she does and it shows in all the details that are included in the package. It took a lot off of our to-do list! The whole day was so stress-free because of their attention to detail! We had a wonderful experience and highly recommend the venue!
Vendor response 07/13/2018
Kim, you and Rachel were a true joy to work with. We all had a blast in getting the prope...
rty ready for their beautiful wedding day. And the reception was loads of fun. Many brides are afraid of the “April showers May flowers” but Rachel didn’t seemed to be concerned at all. And oh what a beautiful sunset we had on the day of the wedding.
Vicki J
5.0
1/03/2018
My daughter’s wedding was November 19, 2017. It was a beautiful and memorable experience. Ciria made the special day stress free. She and her staff explained each step we would be taking during the ceremony. The entire facility and the grounds were extraordinary. My daughter had a “fairy tale” wedding. We want our children to have amazing experiences in life, and Kemah Gardens was my daughter’s experience. Ciria made sure everything ran smoothly. The food at the reception was delicious!!! Just a wonderful time that my daughter and our family will never forget.
Jana P
5.0
12/09/2017
Our wedding was so amazing!!! Such a beautiful venue. Ciria did everything she could to make our day smooth & stress free. It was such a great experience. If you are looking for all inclusive, this is a great place!
Vendor response 07/13/2018
Jana, you and Lance were so cool, calm and collected from the very first day. You wanted a...
beautiful sunset for your wedding and God granted it. Thanks for the trust you placed in us. Hope you come back to celebrate your 5th, 50th or anywhere in between anniversary.
Logen T
4.0
8/09/2017
Overall we had a great experience with Kemah Gardens and the wedding turned out beautifully. The thing I appreciated most was that I didn't have to worry about a thing on the day of the wedding because I knew Ciria and her staff would take care of it. Would definitely recommend if you are looking for an all inclusive option.
christina w
5.0
5/11/2017
Our wedding day 10/30/2016 was so memorable. Our wedding was gorgeous. Our wedding planning Ciria was the best. Her attention to detail made our wedding day so truly unforgettable. I was not stressed at all on the big day. The location was stunning. My husband and I enjoy the outsides and wanted something rustic and with nature. We had a sunset wedding and were married over a small lake with trees surrounding the property. You get ready on a plantation or country style home, ceremony was over a lake and reception was held in a rustic pavilion. I came to Ciria with a few ideas in mind of what we wanted and she was able to execute and delivery so much more. Thankyou Kemah Gardens!!!
Mayra B
5.0
12/30/2016
We got married in November 2016. The venue is a nice place to have a beautiful ceremony and reception. Thank you so much Ciria for your time and preparation in making our wedding day an awesome day of our lives!
Serayah R
5.0
12/29/2016
This venue is ABSOLUTELY gorgeous. You can tell that the owner Ciria and her staff take very good care of it. From the first time I saw this place all the way up to the wedding and after, I was completely in love. Ciria was so sweet and made the whole process of planning my wedding as relaxing as it could be. She handled all the connections between the DJ, cake company, and food catering except for the obvious details we had to answer. The set up, break down, and clean up were done exactly to my liking by herself and her staff. We did not have to hire a wedding coordinator because she acts as that on top of everything else she does. You can really tell that Ciria is not in this for the money, but because she really cares about this business and helping people on one of the most important days. Most venues would be done with you after your big day but, Ciria and I have kept in contact even after my wedding. She is someone I look forward to having in my life for years to come. ABSOLUTE BEST VENUE AND OWNER EVER!!!
Vania R
5.0
10/28/2016
My husband and I got married at Kemah Gardens, October 22, 2016. The day was incredible! Ciria and her team worked with us to deliver everything on time, and to get everything setup. Her recommended vendors for the cake, DJ, food and flowers were wonderful. There was some miscommunication with the flower folks, but Debbie took care of it quickly. Her team came together to get the centerpieces completed. The team at Kemah Gardens were attentive and offered wonderful smiles with their service. They made us feel at home, which enabled us to be able to take in all the goodness of that very special day. Our guests raved to us about how amazing the venue was, and how neat it was that it's located in our part of town. Thank you to the team for helping us celebrate this magical moment!
Casey C
5.0
10/12/2016
First things first, the property is striking. Gorgeous! If you are looking for a mostly all inclusive, no hassle, stress free wedding of your dreams...this is it! I say mostly because you have the flexibility with this venue to have them arrange things for you or choose DIY options. Ciria is great, she has a true passion for what she does and it shows. All of our guests raved about how beautiful it was and how much of a blast they had. Also a big Texas bonus is that they recently enclosed the pavilion and it is air conditioned...so, if it pours down rain, you have the option to hold the ceremony there! Or in the house if you have a smaller group. Loved it!
Kristenalynne M
5.0
10/09/2016
I had my wedding last night, and I was amazing! Everything was taken care of for me, so I didn't have to deal with the stress of getting all put together. The DJ was very understanding, and did such a good job of keeping the up with the flow, he even came out in the dance floor!
I absolutely loved the venue. Our timeline was changed last minute due to a bridesmaid dress ripping, but they kept everything flowing smoothly. Just take 1 step into the grounds and you will fall in love!
Thank you for everything!
Savannah K
5.0
8/28/2016
I was never one of those girls who planned out every small detail of my wedding. Ciria was amazing! She helped me really paint a vision for my wedding. All of my guests loved the location and told me how beautiful my wedding was. I can't thank Ciria and her team at Kemah Gardens enough for making my day special.
Sandra B
5.0
5/12/2016
We just had our wedding here last month. Everything was perfect. Ciria and her staff made the process so painless and easy. The day of we had perfect weather and the decorations were beautiful. It is a day we will remember forever!
Levy R
5.0
12/27/2015
We loved this venue! Planning a wedding from out of state was very stressful!! Ciria made it very easy, trust me. I had the chance to visit the venue in person several months prior to the wedding to plan everything out, cake, food, details, etc. Our wedding was July 18, 2015. I arrived and everything was in place and beautiful. I was very impressed and could not be more comfortable.
All the boutineers were some how forgotten but Ciria belayed the wedding by a few minutes and ran around to gather spare flowers then proceeded to make 5 lovely boutineer's for all the men. She saved the day!.
I would recommend Kemah Gardens to anyone!
Knottie1446033477
5.0
10/28/2015
Kemah Gardens is a beautiful and reasonably priced option. Ciria and her staff are great!
Melissa S
4.0
10/27/2015
We loved this venue. It was a beautiful outdoor wedding and reception. A very relaxed atmosphere, for a close friends and family affair. Very pleased by how it turned out.
Adelita V
1.0
10/22/2015
They make you feel like they care about your wedding when in reality they could care less!
I went to take the tour and loved the property, wedding is in Aug 2016 Ciria told me there was enough availability I let her know I would have less than 100 guests and I wanted a Saturday. We started planning out the schedule, everything seemed great. I called her today and she said the policies have changed! Saturdays are now a minimum of 100 guests because she will be incurring expenses from the renovations she is making! From the beginning she lets you know she wants to make money out of you but I tried not to let that bother me. I feel that it would have been fair if she would have at least honored what we had already planned! Very unprofessional. She will change anything up to fit her needs and could care less about your wedding.
Nicole H
5.0
10/15/2015
My wedding was 10/10/15 and Ciria with Kemah Gardens along with her staff couldn’t have made it more beautiful and memorable for not only myself, but my family and friends as well.
Although I had a long engagement, Ciria always kept in touch and enjoyed sharing with me picture updates of beautiful upgrades/renovations to the property. She truly made the entire process feel like we’d been family friends for years.
Ciria was great with communicating the week of the wedding, and ensured that everything was to my liking. I’m not sure I could’ve asked for a better person to have the day of the wedding, as she and her amazing staff did anything and everything needed to set up and ensure that guests arrived smoothly (one of her staff members even helped each of our guests with out polaroid picture guest book and made sure everyone got their pictures taken!). Even after a devastating delay (the bridal party’s fault), Ciria immediately brought me a bottle of wine (she’s THAT good haha) and calmed me down. She worked with her staff, photographer, caterer, and DJ to ensure that we were able to make up some time and still get the most out of our time there.
The night was amazing and I was getting comments ALL night (and still a week later!) on how beautiful the venue was, and what a great time they all had. It truly is as beautiful as it is in the pictures!
Along with Ciria and her staff, the food was great (Red River BBQ – duh, of course it was great), the DJ, Michael Vasquez, was the best wedding DJ I’d ever witnessed (also GREAT with communicating the weeks leading up to the wedding and the day of), and I loved our rustic-themed centerpieces by All That Blooms.
If you’re looking for a beautiful outdoor wedding, handled by someone who truly knows what she’s doing, I don’t know why you’d go anywhere else but Kemah Gardens!
Daria B
5.0
10/14/2015
Wonderful experience! We only had a short wedding ceremony but I was an experience of life time! Thank you so much for making this day so grate!
Knottie88538494
5.0
10/09/2015
My experience with Kemah Gardens and the staff was phenomenal. I don’t think I have ever met “strangers” that cared so much about our special day. They paid attention to every single detail and truly delivered! Their joy, passion and love is evident in the way they do business and treat you like family. The grounds were absolutely beautiful and our wedding was PERFECT. They went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care of – and even threw in a few amazing, mind-blowing surprises along the way. Our wedding planning was a BREEZE thanks to them! Ciria is the most compassionate and gracious individual I have ever met! THANK YOU, KEMAH GARDENS!
Kynndra W
5.0
10/06/2015
I usually don't write reviews. The quality and beauty of Kemah Gardens insists that I must. My husband and I initially planned a destination wedding, but chose to marry locally. It was one of the best decisions we have made. Ciria was incredibly patient with us, having no idea what we were doing. I had a vision of how I wanted it all in my mind and she and her team made that a reality. Our wedding was absolutely gorgeous! It was chilly and rainy all week (November) and our day was 75 and sunny. I don't think they can dictate weather but they hold their faith near and dear and pray for all of their couples to have a perfect day. The quality of service given is out of this world and the grounds are immaculately maintained. All of our guests were in awe of how gorgeous it all was and it made me feel beautiful to be in that setting. You won't go wrong choosing Kemah Gardens. It is definitely money well spent.
Knottie1443575873
5.0
9/29/2015
I couldn't have dream of more!The best wedding venue ever!
We got married this year at Kemah garden. The place is just amazing, it's perfect for the wedding. Ciria and her team are so supportive, always ready to help, understand what you need. They exceeded my expectations. I couldn't be more pleased and happy that day. All our guests said that our wedding was the most beautiful and romantic they've ever seen. Go for it!
Carrie D
5.0
9/01/2015
My husband and I got married at Kemah Gardens on April 18, 2015. We loved the interior of the B&B and the look of the pavilion but the thought of a wedding under the gazebo at sunset won us over. Ciria was awesome to work with. We planned our wedding in 1 month so it meant a lot to me that she w as able to give recommendations on a pastor, photographer, food and the DJ. While our plan was to get married under the gazebo, the weather didn’t cooperate and excessive rain moved our ceremony to the pavilion. The pavilion is absolutely stunning by itself but with the beautiful altar that Ciria had set up and the simple decorations we brought in it was beyond perfect and romantic. The rain stopped prior to the ceremony and the sun came out as we said our vows with a huge double rainbow in the background. Ciria probably didn’t have a hand in that but if so I wouldn’t be surprised! Thank you, Ciria, for making our wedding so beautiful and stress free!
Alyssa H
5.0
8/05/2015
When I decided I wanted an outdoor wedding, I knew the place I was going to pick just had to give me that special feeling. The moment I stepped foot on the Kemah Gardens I knew, this was the place I was getting married. It was the most perfect day I could have ever asked for. Ciria knows how to make every bride feel special on her big day and is there with you every step of the way. Thanks Ciria and the Kemah Gardens team for making my wedding day even more special
Knottie1432321657
5.0
5/22/2015
I cannot say enough how wonderful our wedding was at Kemah Gardens, Ciria was amazing during the whole process. We wanted to have an intimate wedding and she made it happen. The venue is unlike anything you can imagine, absolutely beautiful. Her time and attention to make everything perfect is something rare, she treated us like family. She was available anytime I needed and I can honestly say it was a perfect day because of all of her hard work. I recommend anyone to have a wedding here and you will have the best experience possible. Even after our event she has sent picture and contacted us to see how we were, and wish us congratulations again. There is something so special about the property, you will feel it immediately when you see it. Thank you again Ciria to you and everyone at Kemah Gardens.
Katie and Dave
Knottie17587320
5.0
2/26/2015
My husband and I got married at Kemah Gardens back in October of 2014. Ciria and her girls are very knowledgeable and helpful and took the stress out of the majority of the decision-making process!! (I still had to get the dress, right?!) They were very responsive with any questions we had, and never gave us the cold shoulder. The prices were fair and reasonable. The venue itself is gorgeous both day and night. I would definitely recommend this place for weddings under 150. Anything more than that, the place is too small. All of our guests had a good time and I had no complaints.
a member
5.0
1/03/2015
This place is gorgeous! The staff is very helpful in making sure you get what you want. My 4s should be 4.5s, but I'm not allowed to! Some of the staff were a little flustered and didn't know what to do to help, but thankfully the others were very knowledgable. I do feel like some charges were hidden in, but overall I loved this locale and my wedding was beautiful.
Knottie20417869
1.0
11/09/2014
I was very disappointed with the service we received for the amount of money we paid.My florist was treated rudely, my sister was unable to come in slightly before 5:30, the scheduled time, to bring in decorations. My guests told me that they were asked to "Go outside!" because they were "in the way". I understand we had a time slot, but it sure did not keep the owner from letting guests leave early for the lack of music, organized activity and rude behavior. Especially the damn bell she kept ringing in everyone's face.
The lineup and procession which we talked about only a few days prior was not as I asked. The lineup she organized was incorrect and some went down the sides, some the center. The staff outside and inside were very inappropriately dressed for working a wedding. Flip flops and cut off jeans are not wedding attire.
She advised that she would help with the lineup, that she would be playing music during the reception and there was none. After the ceremony, there was no direction. I was inside, my husband was outside. Numerous pics of him taken by himself that I didn't even know about! I had to be constantly asking for the photographer, hunt her down, and someone else was directing her, a guest of mine who is also a photographer on what pics to take. I had to ask her what photos I could think of, hardly one word came out of her. I was expecting more direction, more experience! Especially because Ciria, the owner kept reminding us that everything would need to go fast, that we only had 3 hours. The photographer had no command presence or no suggestion of what typical wedding photos are taken. Honestly, she looked like a high school kid she gave a quick buck to. I don't have one close up of us, or our rings, our guests. Pics that we do have are not centered, heads cut off! I realize it is the style of some of them but some of these obviously not intentional. Some are blurry, with bad lighting...When I asked the owner about all of that and the photographers experience, her not getting people centered, etc she said, "I do that!", well she didn't and this is also probably the reason nothing else was happening inside. I stated all of this to her and got NO reply at all. "I know this is your house, and your business but you really need to trust other people and hire people qualified to be able to delegate duties. When I inquired to you about hiring my own pastor, you said that you preferred your own because they helped you with moving things along and the flow of the service. I didn't see that and that's hard to do anyway if you don't give people a chance to do so. Your place is beautiful but your work ethic on how you treat your clients and guests is very distasteful and inappropriate. I am very disappointed in quality of service all around.'' Prior to the wedding there was no formal contract, only a hand written quote on a scratch piece of paper she picked up from the mess she had in her "organizer" so one day, she gave me a certain time to pay and from one day to the next, she produced a contract and demanded the full payment and security deposit the very next day and threatened to cancel my wedding without returning my $1000.00 deposit. There was no way I would be able to make different arrangements in that short of time so I had to end up borrowing the money she was demanding. I really wish I could have changed the venue. It was a mess!
Knottie6915962
5.0
10/30/2014
My now husband and I chose to have our ceremony and reception at Kemah Gardens because of the beautiful venue. We worked with Ciria for about a year or so to plan our wedding. I wouldn't change our decision for the world. We had such a memorable wedding day. The weather was absolutely perfect. A HUGE thanks for Ciria and her wonderful staff for making everything so beautiful. She was so welcoming from the beginning, and you can tell she truly loves what she does. I'd do it all over again.
Knottie26238551
5.0
8/08/2014
17 months before our wedding and we booked KEMAH GARDENS !!! :-). The moment Chris and I saw this place, we know we will be getting married here on May 17,2014. The place is to die for for outside wedding. Ciria and her staff made everything possible and delightful for us. Everything she did was exactly what we wanted. Ciria went beyond our expectations. Our family and guest were all pleased and amazed how the whole place was like a paradise for our special day. Nothing but good remarks and compliments we heard from everyone that night. You made us happy and proud. If Chris and I will be given the chance to do our wedding again,no questions what so ever,we will definitely do it at KEMAH GARDENS once again . Again Ciria, thank you so much for everything you and and your staff for our special day. God bless,we will keep in touch :-)
Knottie97929274
5.0
6/22/2014
I'll be honest and say I'm not a big fan of weddings especially with all the keeping up with the Jones' that's now so popular and so cliche. What's worse is my unique situation. So when I was looking for a venue, I wanted to find a place that could accommodate just me and my now DH. You see, he's an orphan with little to no family and that's why I had decided that it would just be me and him. You know, kinda like Big on Sex and The City where he just wanted it to be just him and Carrie? I was not disappointed. Ciria treated us like family from the very beginning. I didn't even order a bouquet cause I thought it wasn't it for me. Well she got me one anyway! lol And I actually liked it since it added to the experience. You will not find anyone else like her. I looked around and there are a lot of snobby people in the wedding business. Ciria is such a genuine, down to earth, generous, just good hearted person with some southern hospitality. Oh and the officiant she found for us couldn't have been more perfect! Amazing! He is truly a blessing! The photographer was super sweet. I loved everything about this place. The venue is gorgeous. Beautifully landscaped. For me, the most important thing was being able to connect with the people who were helping us make this day special for us both. They all went above and beyond their call of duty and made our evening very special and for that I am very thankful. I know God will repay them all for all that they did for us.
Meghan N
5.0
5/08/2014
We had our wedding recently at Kemah Gardens and we were 100% satisfied with our choice! Ciria was absolutely wonderful to work with, she really wants you to have the best and smoothest experience possible. The entire venue is just beautiful, we had our ceremony just before sunset, so it made for some really great pictures! With the help of the staff on hand at our wedding everything went off without a hitch! We really couldn't have asked for a better place...especially for the value!
Crystal B
5.0
10/09/2013
My husband and I were married at Kemah Gardens in August this year. It was defenitley the perfect venue for a wedding. Ciria and her staff made our day so perfect! Every detail was absolutely perfect! If you are looking for a great place, Kemah Gardens is it!
Robin D
5.0
6/11/2013
It was amazing. Beautiful and simply all of what I was looking for. The staff was more than willing to help assist with the details and even set up the inside tables for us before we arrived. Location made for perfect pictures.
Shelley W
5.0
5/09/2013
We had our wedding at Kemah Gardens on April 13, 2013 and as my now husband would say, it was the best day of our lives! The beauty of the grounds speak for themselves. We had a perfect day and sunset for our wedding and all of our family and friends absolutely loved the house, preparation rooms, ceremony area in front of the pond and reception space. Aside from the gorgeous outdoors, Ciria was a pleasure to do business with. Her heart is in every detail of each special day and we couldn't have asked for a better person to help us plan our big day. I, the bride, am from the area, but throughout the year and a half planning process for our wedding, my husband and I have been stationed in Ohio, where he serves in the Air Force. I was afraid that because we weren't close, planning would be hard, but Ciria made it a breeze! She did so much for us and we cannot thank her enough! The food was great, DJ was AMAZING and everything came together perfectly with Ciria's dedication!
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