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Situated in Merrick, OK, Merrick Hollow is a new and unique wedding venue within driving distance of Oklahoma City. Characterized by its modern aesthetic, this rural retreat is surrounded by enchanting woodland and scenic landscapes. The property’s secluded location is ideal for couples seeking a tranquil celebration, and the natural landscapes will surely delight your family and friends. Offering a variety of services, their staff is committed to bringing your dream wedding to life at this charming hideaway.
Upon arrival at Merrick Hollow, you will be swept away by a 360 ft quaint bridge leads visitors to the entrance, allowing guests to sample the picturesque views that encircle the property. When entering Merrick Hollow your first view will be a tree inside the building and floor-to-ceiling windows complementing the venue’s cozy, woodland-inspired vibe. Ceremonies and receptions can take place inside the building. Replete with natural light and white walls, the interior boasts a welcoming atmosphere perfect for a romantic occasion. Owing to its minimalist design, the space can be adapted to suit your vision.
Able to host up to 200 hundred attendees, Merrick Hollow can provide the backdrop for large and intimate events. Eager to ensure that your celebration exceeds all expectations, an on-site coordinator will be available to assist, and a list of vendors can be provided. You can discuss your wishes with a member of the events team, and they will aim to have all plans finalized well in advance of the big day. Event items such as chairs, tables, and outdoor seating are available. The happy couple can utilize the venue’s get-ready rooms, all of which feature stunning views, private restrooms, and televisions. The venue offers a 15-hour rental time, and you and if available your beloved can stage your rehearsal the day before the main event. As a special touch, discounts are provided for celebrations that happen in January, February, and August.
Veteran-owned and Woman-owned Business
+5 years in business
Pricing details
Couples usually spend $4,000
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Amenities
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Ceremony Types
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Guest Capacity
Up to 200
Settings
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
Stephen and Chainey Austin
Owner
Our love for nature and experience with photography has given us the vision of Merrick Hollow.
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Reviews
5.0
out of 5.0
21 reviews
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Merrick Hollow is highly praised by multiple reviewers for its stunning beauty, excellent communication, and attentive staff. The day coordinators, including Madison and Cindy, are highlighted for going above and beyond to ensure smooth wedding days. Guests appreciate the fairytale-like outdoor and indoor ceremony options, beautiful grounds, and thoughtful amenities like arch options, tables, chairs, and indoor suites. The venue is described as a hidden gem, with multiple reviewers recommending it as an ideal choice for a nature-inspired wedding in Oklahoma City.
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Jazmine R
5.0
4/02/2025
We had our wedding ceremony and reception at Merrick Hollow last February and had a fantastic experience. The staff was swift to assist us with any questions. Madison was our day coordinator, and she went absolutely above and beyond throughout the entire process. Prior to the wedding, she met with us to assist with planning our timeline. She helped set up/ tear down decor, assisted with family and guests, coordinated times with vendors, and frequently checked in with us throughout the event. There were a couple of things that did not go according to plan (such as our wedding cake being made without any of our requested floral decorations), and she fixed and decorated the entire thing. I do not think our wedding flow could have been as great as it was without her. Thank you to Madison and the rest of the Merrick Hollow staff!!!!
Katie S
5.0
10/27/2024
Merrick Hollow is beyond beautiful! It was everything I ever dreamed my wedding venue to be and look like. They had great communication and took care of me so well. My guests also raved about how beautiful it is. I couldn’t have found a better venue!
response10/28/2024
Thank you for giving us the honor of hosting your wedding! It is always great to hear that...
our staff took such wonderful care of you!
Wishing you a lifetime of newlywed bliss!
Chainey and Stephen Austin
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Jessica A
5.0
10/20/2024
This venue is so special! We went to go look at venues, and this was the first one we saw, and the last one we saw - done deal. It is so dreamy! The forestry, the big modern open windows, the outdoor ceremony space you name it. It’s all so beautiful!! The amenities they provide and the day of coordinator really helped our day run smooth. Thank you all so much for making our wedding the day of our dreams!!
response10/21/2024
Thank you so much for the kind words! We pride ourselves in being a unique atmosphere in O...
klahoma! Thank you for choosing to celebrate with us!
Wishing you a lifetime of newlywed bliss,
Chainey and Stephen Austin
Travis E
5.0
7/10/2024
This venue is wonderful, well thought out, and provides a romantic blend of woodland and clean modern structure. The owners and staff communicated with us very well, and the day of coordinator (Madison) that we hired through the venue was excellent. Our wedding vision was made reality at this venue and we highly recommend it.
response07/10/2024
Travis,
Thank you four kind words! Your vision and rentals truly transformed the space in...
to something so beautiful and unique! Our day-of coordinating add-on is something we are proud to offer and we are so thrilled to hear that Madison did an excellent job for you all!
Thank you for letting us be a part of your day!
Wishing you a lifetime of newlywed bliss!
Stephen and Chainey Austin
McKenzie B
5.0
1/11/2024
Not enough good words to say about Merrick Hollow! I found this venue on Instagram months before I was even engaged and fell in love. It’s the perfect mix of class and uniqueness. The woodsy-ness makes it such a beautiful, one of a kind Oklahoma venue!
Our day-of- coordinator, Cindy, was amazing!!! We also worked a lot with John, who my family and I loved! Both Cindy and John are such hard workers and truly made the day before, and wedding day so smooth!
If you’re looking for a venue, Merrick Hollow should absolutely be on your list!!
response01/11/2024
McKenzie,
Thank you for your kind words! Your wedding was absolutely beautiful and it was...
an honor to play a part in! We are so happy to hear that Cindy and John did an amazing job for you. We truly do our best to make your wedding dreams come true and make it as easy as possible for you to enjoy the best day of your life!
Wishing you many years of newlywed bliss!
-Chainey and Stephen Austin
Kimberly W
5.0
10/06/2023
We held our wedding at Merrick Hollow last weekend, and words cant describe how beautiful this wedding venue is. It is a fairytale and worth every penny. We were surround by the beautiful trees, monarch butterflies, and the beautiful outdoors that you forget you are in the Oklahoma City metro.
The venue is about 45 minutes from Oklahoma City and while driving you feel like you are going to the middle of nowhere, but that did not stop any of our 54 guests from coming! This place is a hidden gem. And how beautiful the venue is was talked about by all of our guests for days after the wedding.
The venue offered a lot of amenities - arch options for the ceremony, tables and chairs, security guard, Day of Coordinator, kitchen, fire pit, outdoor and indoor ceremony options, bride and groom suites. They also allow you to have the venue from 9am to midnight day of, which is plenty of time to set up, rehearse morning of, and break down.
If you are looking for an outdoor, fairytale, nature-y wedding in Oklahoma City, I highly recommend Merrick Hollow for you wedding venue!
response10/06/2023
Kimberly,
Thank you so much for your kind words! We are honored that you chose to have you...
r wedding at Merrick Hollow and are thrilled that you had a wonderful experience! Our staff works hard from the time you tour/book until the end of your wedding day to make your big day as wonderful and seamless as possible!
Wishing you a lifetime of newlywed bliss!!
-Stephen and Chainey Austin
Mack D
5.0
7/05/2023
Merrick Hollow was everything we wanted and more!!! Communication was amazing and payments were simple and straight-forward! The venue is beautiful and Cindy was AMAZING to work with!! She was so calm and kind-hearted! She thought of everything and was always one step ahead! Would recommend this place and it’s people to anyone and everyone!!!
response07/05/2023
Mack, Thank you so much for such kind words! We are thrilled that you had such an amazing ...
day and are truly honored that you chose us to be a part of! Wishing you a lifetime of newlywed bliss!
-The Staff of Merrick Hollow
Niki T
5.0
6/19/2023
This venue is an absolute fairy tale! It was all anyone could talk about! Cindy was so helpful and made sure everything stayed right on schedule. Also, how could you not love a venue that allows your four furry babies to be a part of such a special day!
response06/21/2023
NIki,
Thank you so much for your kind words! We truly loved being a part of your big day!...
We do love our four legged friends here at Merrick Hollow!
wishing you a lifetime of newlywed bliss!
All the best,
The Staff of Merrick Hollow
Kristen J
5.0
6/16/2023
THIS VENUE !!!! it left us speechless the moment we toured it. Knew it was meant to be from he very beginning. It completed our day and we could not have asked for a better venue to represent our relationship. Beautiful is an understatement.. LOVE LOVE LOVE
response06/21/2023
Kristen, Thank you so much for your kind words and thank you for letting us play a small r...
ole in your big day! Best wishes!
Janell C
5.0
5/06/2023
We were met by Bree who was helpful and made the day go smoothly. Merrick Hollow is a first class venue with absolutely beautiful views and grounds that belong in magazines.
Thank you for making my daughters day perfect…even in rain!
response06/21/2023
Janell,
Thank you so much for your kind words! Your daughters wedding was absolutely beau...
tiful and we are so grateful we were able to be a part of it! Congratulations!
Hannah M
5.0
1/27/2023
There is so much to say about this venue - I love it so much! Communication was flawless, venue expectations were always made clear, it's affordable despite being so, so beautiful, and everyone involved made our day so perfect. It's an incredible venue!
response01/31/2023
Hannah thank you so much for sharing! So glad you had a great experience! We really apprec...
iate your review!
Veronica Q
5.0
11/05/2022
It was so important to my husband and I to find a venue that felt intentional. When we walked onto the bridge of Merrick Hollow and were greeted by Stephen we instantly felt at home. Every step of the way the venue was there for us. After a year of working with them they honestly felt like family. The grounds were absolutely gorgeous and very well kept. Our whole wedding day felt like we were at home surrounded by the people we love most in the world.
Sarah T
5.0
7/12/2022
Incredible venue with incredible owners! The owners were wonderful and would always answer any questions we had leading up to the day!
response07/22/2022
Sarah, thank you so much for the kind review! We are happy you had a good experience!
Haven M
5.0
6/06/2022
I had always dreamed of having the perfect wedding, but I never actually thought that I would truly get that!
Merrick Hollow made absolutely all of my wildest dreams come true for my wedding day! It was the most perfect day at the most perfect venue!
The staff are all of the most sweetest people, especially my day of coordinator Sybree. They made everything super easy and effortless on our day.
The outdoor ceremony site is truly something out of a fairytale, and I could not have been happier with how our ceremony and pictures turned out.
I'm so thankful to have had my wedding at Merrick Hollow, and I will be recommending them to people for years to come!
response06/07/2022
Haven, we are so happy to hear you had a wonderful experience! That is our #1 goal! We tru...
ly appreciate your kind review!
Courtney L
5.0
1/26/2022
Everything about this place is amazing. The owners are incredible and make sure that you get everything you want for your big day. You honestly couldn't find a better deal.
response07/22/2022
Courtney, thank you very much for your kind review!
Blair W
5.0
1/02/2022
We loved our wedding at Merrick!! It was so easy to set up and enjoy. Also can we talk about how BEAUTIFUL the scenery and venue itself are! Very unique and perfect for our smaller wedding!
response07/23/2022
Awe! Thank you! We appreciate it!
Nicole N
5.0
10/27/2021
This venue was such a dream. I couldn’t have asked for a better or more special day. Everything about this venue is unique and amazing. The owners are wonderful and some of the kindest people Ive ever met. I don’t have a single bad thing to say. 10/17/2021 was the best day ever.
If you’re lucky enough to work with the day of coordinator Sybree I 100% suggest it. She’s an angel and helped so so much. Don’t hesitate booking this place. I wish I could do my wedding day all over again!!!
response07/23/2022
It is so nice hearing your experience! We enjoyed sharing your special day with you!
Meredith G
5.0
7/03/2021
My wedding at Merrick Hollow was just so amazing and beautiful! The owners were so helpful and accommodating with any questions and concerns we had, and let us come to the venue many times before the event so we could better plan and execute the event.
It's located at a beautiful, rural location and surrounded by a thick forest - during the ceremony, you could hear birds singing in the trees, it was absolutely magical! The whole building is super modern and minimalistic, which we as the couple loved (my aunt, who left a poor review, who also had no role in choosing the venue or paying for the wedding, apparently did not). It really allows you to make the space your own, especially since the venue's already so affordable!
The bathrooms were absolutely FINE, and the bride/groom suites are gorgeous! We had plenty of plush chairs to use while getting ready in the gorgeous space and we had just such a fun time as the wedding party.
I also highly recommend using their day-of coordinator, Sybree (sorry if I'm spelling it wrong!), she was super sweet and was there ALL DAY LONG helping out and just made everything run that much smoother.
One of our favorite parts is the long, beautiful walkway! With the sun setting and the Edison lights on, it was just pure magic! Not to mention in June, there's FIREFLIES at night! Just stunning!
If I had to do it all over, I wouldn't change a thing - Well, maybe the 100 degree weather, but nobody has control over that hahaha! I would definitely choose Merrick Hollow again! A very unique and gorgeous venue here in Oklahoma.
response07/23/2022
Meredith, thank you so much for your review!
Jaycee L
5.0
6/18/2021
I have nothing but AMAZING things to say about this venue & the owners. My wedding was absolutely seamless & they were SO helpful. I had SO many compliments on our venue - it truly feels like a magical forest during the wedding.
response07/23/2022
That is so great! Your wedding day was magical! Thank you for the kind review!
Maegan S
5.0
9/13/2020
Went to visit this venue and it’s an absolute dream! It definitely didn’t feel like I was in Oklahoma anymore. Absolutely gorgeous and surrounded by trees. Can’t get over how friendly and accommodating the owners are as well!
response09/13/2020
Thank you Meagan! It was a pleasure meeting you today!
Caroline S
5.0
6/17/2020
My husband and I were the first to use this venue, and it was such a dreamy, beautiful day! Chainey and her husband were so available to us and easy to work with, quick to respond to texts and it was very affordable. We had our rehearsal dinner, wedding ceremony, and reception here, and all were perfect and just the intimate gatherings that we had hoped for. Our ceremony was outside, and so beautiful with birds singing and our loved ones secluded amongst the trees. The customer service is unbeatable, they truly are doing this because they want to give couples an affordable and beautiful experience. I would highly recommend!
response07/23/2022
Will never forget this day! Thank you for the sweet review!
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