Olde Dobbin Station
$4,000 starting price
Montgomery Texas, North Houston
Service area
300+ guests
Holds ceremonies and receptions
Kristen Hetland Porter
OWNER
AWARD WINNER (2X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Olde Dobbin Station is a historic wedding venue located in Montgomery, Texas. It is one of the few family-owned venues left in the area. The story and charm that Olde Dobbin Station has is unmatchable. Over 1,000 families have shared their special days with us. Our team is happy to help and enjoys watching your vision come to life.
Olde Dobbin Station is unique. The original 100+ year old walls stand gloriously with character and elegance. The facility includes an indoor chapel, main hall, outdoor ceremony site, bride and groom suites and countless gorgeous places to take one-of-a-kind pictures. It has been featured in numerous wedding magazines and has been voted the number one venue in Texas.
Olde Dobbin Station provides a unique experience for its clients through the use of old structures built in the late 1800’s-early 1900’s. They are restored to their original look and feel while adding a vintage touch. The buildings were initially used by oil companies as a “pumping station” and later became a famous place of fellowship for those in the community due to its Artesian Water Well. It became the community “swimming hole” according to many of the locals and remains a historical marker for the community and its residents.
Honoring the old while celebrating the new
Pricing details
Starting prices
Reception:
$4,000
Ceremony:
$4,000
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-Jun and Sept-Dec.
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Ballroom
Garden
Historic Venue
Industrial & Warehouse
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
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- Kristen Hetland PorterOwnerThe magic behind Olde Dobbin station is that it started with family values, and is still based on those same origins. Life was breathed back into these walls to offer a space for couples to start their happily ever after with a little bit of history added in.
- Brittany CurryGeneral ManagerBrittany runs the day to day operations and has the pleasure of working closesly with each couple throughout the process to make sure all questions/concerns are answered quickly and adequately.
Reviews
4.9
out of 5.067 reviews
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Olde Dobbin Station is described as a dreamy and stunning wedding venue with beautiful greenery and rustic-industrial charm that creates a whimsical atmosphere. Guests praised the venue's elegance, character, and picturesque surroundings, with many commenting on the helpfulness of the staff, particularly Brittany, the general manager. Reviewers highlighted the seamless execution of details, open house events to connect with vendors, and the venue's flexibility in allowing couples to bring their own vendors. Some noted minor limitations, such as a small bridal suite and a cautious approach to alcohol recommendations. Overall, Olde Dobbin Station is highly recommended for couples seeking a naturally beautiful and personalized wedding experience.Review photos
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Samantha S
4.0
10/11/2024
We loved having our wedding at Olde Dobbin Station! The venue is truly beautiful and guests loved being there. We had some issues with the set up of our event; they set up for the wrong wedding. But my family quickly helped the two staff there to fix the problem. We also love that they have made some renovations to the property! The bathrooms are brand new, however they were finishing them the day of set up so the day of the wedding it smelled like chemicals all throughout. This was a bummer for us, but won’t be an issue for future events I’m sure.
Samantha L
5.0
10/08/2024
We got married at the end of March at Olde Dobbin Station. This venue is so freaking beautiful. Our guests were profuse in their compliments of it! So many amazing photos spots. The chapel was perfect for our ceremony. The bathrooms are nice and have lots of stalls. ODS management is really experienced and helpful in creating a floor plan that optimizes the space for whatever your guest count is. Overall, EXCELLENT. We are truly so glad we got married here!! A couple notes for engaged couples to consider...
The bridal suite is tiny. I had 5 bridesmaids and we would definitely not have been able to get ready in the bridal suite. Have your hair and makeup done at a nearby airbnb or hotel. There is simply not enough square footage, counter space, outlets or mirrors in the bridal suite for prep. But, it is a great place to keep all your stuff, do outfit changes and touch ups during the wedding events. It locks and you get the code on your wedding day so you know all your stuff is secure (same for the grooms suite).
We had a weird issue with the mechanical bull we rented for the wedding. Everything was sorted out in advance with ODS, our wedding coordinator, and the mechanical bull rental. The morning of the wedding, the venue management changed up how we could power the bull. I honestly don't really know the situation (shoutout to Brandi at Nxt Lvl Events for handling everything!!) but it was weird that we had emails from the venue stating how we would power the bull there and then on the wedding day my family had to rent a generator.
This venue is right next a railway crossing. There is a chance a train horn goes off (very loudly) during your ceremony. My husband and I weren't worried about it and just let our officiant know to pause if that happened. But, you can ask what times the train is *most likely* to go by and try to plan your ceremony around it.
Lastly, ODS has open houses where you can find great vendors!! ODS is in a fantastic network of wedding professionals.
Overall, we LOVED Olde Dobbin Station and highly recommend it. Our vendors also really liked working with the ODS space and management which I think speaks volumes. Booking Olde Dobbin Station and booking Nxt Lvl Events were the best things we did for our wedding.
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Courtney B
5.0
9/29/2024
This is the dreamiest most stunning venue we could have dreamed of for our special day. Our guests commented all night about how amazing the venue was. It is rustic and industrial but not a barn. However it is surrounded by beautiful pastures to really soak in the moments of your day. The manager, owners, and everyone involved with this venue were top notch and made the whole process easy—from touring, to booking our date, to running the day of. They allow you to bring in all of your own vendors to customize your own day—no corporate weddings here. However, they have wonderful relationships with plenty of vetted and amazing vendors in the area to provide recommendations as needed. I cannot say enough about how beautiful and special this place is, cannot recommend it enough! The singluar downside is that the bridal suite (although stunning and with the most amazing lighting for photos) is a bit small. We found a great air bnb in the area to do hair and makeup for my larger wedding party (8) before heading to the venue, and it worked out perfectly.
Tricia H
5.0
4/03/2024
As far as venues go in Texas, this is got to be in the top three. The Photoo opportunities, the grounds, the Vitale suite the groom suite all of it, including the chapel are amazing. Add to it, Brittany and Carey who make your day such a perfect finish to a long list of plan events, everything was as we ordered. The bar staff was great the venue staff was great I cannot say enough positive things about this place. If you book here it might be a little bit more expensive but it’s worth the extra one or $2000 in the end of it all , we had originally booked another place who decided they didn’t want to have a wedding so when I found this place, I was so pleased to find that they were kind generous and thoughtful. Thank you Brittany and Carrie for making our day super special.
Sierra K
5.0
1/12/2024
Our wedding at The Olde Dobbin Station was nothing short of magical! The elegant and whimsical atmosphere created the perfect venue for our special day. We couldn't have dreamed of a more enchanting place to tie the knot. Brittany, the manager, was an absolute gem – attentive to our every need and ensuring that every detail was executed flawlessly. The staff, without a doubt, was the best – professional, friendly, and committed to making our day truly memorable. If you're searching for the ideal venue where dreams come true, look no further. Olde Dobbin Station is the epitome of perfection, and we are forever grateful for the enchanting experience they provided on our wedding day!
Alex D
5.0
10/19/2023
From the moment we stepped foot on this property, we were in love. There was no doubt in our mind that Olde Dobbin Station was the place for us to get married and that was confirmed again and again through our interactions with the various staff.
On our wedding day, we had a little snaffoo where the A/C stopped working in the bridal suite in the midst of the women getting ready. Within 20 minutes of notifying Shelly, she was on the property and helping to get it handled! We quickly moved to the Grooms suite so that we didn't get behind and were able to move back into the Bridal Suite within an hour. It was really quite seamless.
They made everything we asked for a reality. It was literally perfect and we wish we could do it all over again.
The Dobbin is a FANTASTIC venue with absolutely amazing staff and you won't be disappointed if you choose them!
Thank you all for everything you did to make our day as perfect as could be. We couldn't have asked for a better place to get married.
response 10/20/2023
We hate when things happen on event days, but were so grateful for the grace you gave us t...
o get everything fixed and back going! We are blessed by such a great team of staff that jump into motion when needed! Your group was so kind to us and we are so fortunate to be chosen for your big day!
Amy C
5.0
7/14/2023
This venue is absolutely breathtaking! All of our guests raved about how beautiful it was. The greenery on the buildings and the ambiance of the venue is truly breathtaking. Brittany and the venue staff did a great job of answering any questions we had along the way. I would 100% recommend celebrating your special day here.
response 10/20/2023
Thank you for such kind words and being such a great client! We are truly honored!
Melanie E
5.0
6/17/2023
Our wedding at Olde Dobbin Station was wonderful! The venue is stunning and the greenery helped create a beautiful backdrop. So many guests commented on the venue and all of the character it has! Olde Dobbin’s staff was very helpful and easy to work with before and the day of the wedding. Brittany was always very responsive and helpful with all of our questions. You can truly tell how much the staff cares for the venue. We are so pleased with the choice we made when we picked Olde Dobbin for our wedding venue. We would highly recommend!
response 10/20/2023
This means the world to us. We love when others can see how much we truly care about the s...
pace and those that come through our doors. Thank you for reminding us why we love what we do, and it's for clients like you!
Taylor M
5.0
3/19/2022
I knew I wanted to get married at ODS since I was in high school, and my dream finally came true! My husband and I booked this venue almost 2 years before our wedding date because we both LOVED everything about this venue. It’s so naturally beautiful that you don’t have to decorate much with flowers, candles, etc. to make the venue fit your wedding style/vibe. I mainly corresponded with Brittany, the general manager, while planning my wedding. She was helpful & responded to about 90% of my emails - I did have to send up follow-up emails at times, but this place has at least 1-2 weddings every weekend. She is dealing with & responding to tons of brides, so I try to show her grace there. Brittany also helped me find a few affordable vendors as you have to bring a big team of vendors together to execute your day. ODS provides the venue, tables, and chairs. As far as setup (outside of the ceremony chairs), you have to hire another vendor(s) to assist with this. However, the managers have lots of good recommendations on which vendors can help with what. Additionally, ODS offers at least 2 open houses per year where they have a variety of different wedding vendors available at the venue to talk with couples; this greatly helped us as we were deciding which vendors to hire for our wedding. So many of our wedding guests kept telling my husband and I how beautiful the venue was and how it fit our personalities very well. We were trying to go for a rustic style wedding, & I believe we were successful with that by choosing this venue! A couple words of caution - the bridal suite is small, so I recommend having a smaller bridal party because even with only 4 bridesmaids, our flower girl, my mom, and me, we had to do some shuffling of people and items in the suite while getting ready. Also, take the alcohol recommendations from the managers with a grain of salt. We had about 150 - 160 adults at our wedding. We had 2 kegs of beer & 36 bottles of wine. The winery I worked with to supply the wine recommended 42 - 45 bottles of wine while ODS staff recommended 30. With cocktail hour beginning at 3:30 PM, we were out of the wine we ordered by 6/6:30 PM, and the bar didn’t close until 8:30 PM. I should have went with the winery’s recommendation. With all that said, beautiful venue, helpful staff, and memories made that will last forever!
Kathryn L
5.0
3/12/2022
Olde Dobbin was the perfect, spacious, unique venue for our wedding! Both the chapel and reception space hold a beauty that doesn't take make much decoration to make your day special. Brittany was awesome to work with. Any request or question we had was answered with a thorough, professional response. The entire staff was personable to all our guests and did everything in their control to have our day go seamlessly!
Sydney R
5.0
9/26/2021
Olde Dobbin is so beautiful and the staff are so nice and helpful. Brittany was always available over phone or email to answer any questions we had. The space is so beautiful and well maintained. The ivy and historic features really came across beautiful in peron and in our photos.
Mallory H
5.0
5/18/2021
Can’t say enough good things about ODS. The venue itself hardly needed decorating because the buildings are both so beautiful. I loved that we had so many options as to where we could hold the ceremony, and how our reception could be laid out. Not to mention, Carrie and Brittany were amazing. Any time I had a question or a concern, they got back to me the same day (most of the time, almost immediately) and were always able to provide me with a thorough and detailed response. They were so kind and helpful all along the way, and my husband and I had to reschedule our wedding twice. They made the process of planning a wedding three times so much less stressful than it would have been otherwise. ODS, Carrie & Brittany are THE BEST!
Payten T
5.0
5/18/2021
This has been my dream venue for the past 5 years and on May 1, 2021 I was able to live out my dream by marrying my best friend in this gorgeous place. I could not recommend Olde Dobbin Station enough to anyone, it's simple beauty, dreamy layout, and the quaint little chapel are just 3 of the reasons why I am in love with this place. My wedding couldn't have been more perfect and I know a lot of that has to do with location. All of my guests raved about how pretty our wedding was, the ceremony site (chapel) and reception site (McCoy Station). I could go on and on, but you need to see this venue for your self to truly fall in love. Once you set your eyes on it, it's kind of impossible not to love it. Thank y'all so much again for hosting my dream wedding!
Natalia L
4.0
2/25/2021
Our wedding was in November of 2020 and we had an amazing time at Olde Dobbin! Everything was gorgeous and easy to navigate leading up to the big day. Our only issue was never seeing the manager on duty. We were expecting someone to introduce themselves or be there but no one did (at least to me or my husband). Other than that, everything was clean and thing Covid safe procedures were in place. We definitely recommend checking it out!
Savannah S
5.0
8/27/2020
I 100% recommend Olde Dobbin Station. I don’t leave reviews unless I am truly impressed, so this is a testament to ODS and their staff. 4 days before my own wedding, Hurricane Laura threatened the safety of a venue I had booked back in January. I called around desperately trying to find a backup plan, and this venue was available. Even though we were still on the hook for paying for our original venue if the hurricane did not damage it, Olde Dobbin Station jumped to help me begin planning our “Plan B” just in case. I mean seriously, 96 hours before I was supposed to walk down the aisle, they were doing everything they could to take the stress off of me. Although we will not be having our wedding at ODS in the end, I had peace of mind and felt so supported!!!
Exceptional customer service, good people, AND beautiful venue!
response 08/27/2020
We are so grateful to hear we were able to lessen your stress with a backup plan. We are ...
in some crazy unpredictable times , and it was the least we could do! You were so kind , and we were happy to help however. We wish you the best, and hope your wedding weekend is magical in all the ways!
Stephanie D
5.0
4/29/2020
Absolutely gorgeous! I cannot say enough about this venue. My daughter fell in love with this venue the moment she saw it. The venue speaks for itself as to its historic beauty, The staff at Old Dobbin were amazing. When speaking to Carrie the owner or Brittany the manager, I felt as though I was speaking to one of my friends. They were always prompt in answering my many, many questions, and gave advise when asked. They didn’t seem to be bothered by this nervous mamma. If you are looking for a venue that is not only stunning, but your guest will rave about, affordable, and has a great staff of years and years of experience, then Olde Dobbin Station is for you.
Theresa G
5.0
3/15/2020
I'm so thankful I chose to have my wedding at Olde Dobbin Station. They were so very accommodating from the very first interaction and the space speaks for itself. They were easy to work with, made the day of and the days leading up to the wedding a breeze and everyone at our wedding enjoyed the evening spent there. I will always be overjoyed we chose ODS!
MacKenzie S
5.0
1/27/2020
I. Am. In. Love. Y’all, this is your venue. Whether you want a rustic, modern, vintage, eclectic, etc. wedding vibe, this place is perfect for you. It is absolutely breathtaking both inside each of the buildings and also outside. We actually didn’t have too much decor because of how beautiful this place already is. Which saves time getting it ready AND money👍🏼 I had an outdoor wedding at the altar and an indoor reception in their big building. First of all, I worked with Brittany throughout my whole engagement. My engagement was about a year and 3 months so you can imagine how many questions you can think of in that time. I thought of them all and asked Brittany every single one of them. And without hesitation, Brittany was quick to respond and always gave a positive answer. If it was a no, she gave alternate options or different ways of doing it, which sometimes turned out better than the original plan! She kept in contact and was always willing to do whatever was needed in order to make the day run smoother for me. I never met Carrie, the other girl that runs ODS but I’ve heard nothing but good things. There was a time that I was having pretty big medical issues and we weren’t sure if we would/could continue with our wedding day, even though we had already booked ODS. I messaged Brittany and updated her on what was going on. Before she even mentioned our booking, she was quick to ask how I was doing and offer her help and support in any way possible. When we talked about moving our wedding date, she told us to not even worry about it, that they would reserve whatever day we decided to do and they would keep our date saved until we decided to change it. And when I told them my health was in the clear and we were good to go with our original date, her and Carrie cried happy tears with us!! I could go on and on about this venue and the people that keep it running, but I really want to say that I would highly consider looking into them more and booking them for your big day. You will NOT be disappointed. My wedding day was the best day ever and majority of the credit I give to the place where we made those memories. We will forever love Olde Dobbin Station!
Allison L
5.0
11/19/2019
I’m still in love with this venue!
I got so many compliments and all of the pictures turned out beautiful.
Separate spaces for ceremony and reception equally as stunning. Simple. Modern. Industrial.
Brittany is so helpful and sweet. Also super easy to make payments online.
Alex K
5.0
8/01/2019
Olde Dobbin Station was the perfect place for our wedding! They were easy to work with, and the venue was spacious and beautiful.
Amber C
4.0
6/24/2019
Beautiful venue, we had so many compliments on the place, and the staff was always very nice and didn’t mind answering any questions we had. My only complaint was they started serving our kegs before the ceremony even began (in the info sheet filled out they weren’t suppose to start until 5..they started at 4). The bartenders they provided also served an underaged drinker that could not handle his alcohol which then became a small scene.
Lynsey C
5.0
6/19/2019
I am so grateful to have been able to book my wedding at such a beautiful, one of a kind wedding venue!
Not only was the character of the chapel and reception hall unlike any other venue, Carrie(owner) and Brittany(manager) were unlike any other too. From the time I booked to the day of my wedding I felt welcome, important, and that they had everything taken care of! My guest count was 180 - and there was PLENTY of space. For the quality of the venue, owners/managers, the size of the space, the cost is priceless (which it is actually VERY affordable)! I can't thank Olde Dobbin Station and their team enough for such an easy and FUN experience. My wedding day was everything I could have imagined it to be and it all came to life because of ODS!
Tess G
5.0
6/19/2019
My daughter now lives in Austin, but grew up near Houston and wanted to get married in or near Houston. When she started searching for venues, Olde Dobbin Station was the only facility she even wanted to look at because they could hold more than 200 guests and she loved the photos on the website. Well, I have to tell you, the pictures do not even do the place justice. Her wedding was this past weekend and the beauty of the venue far surpassed our expectations. Not only is the place beautiful, but the acoustics in the building they use as the chapel are phenomenal! Everyone ohh and ahhed over the place! The reception hall is somewhat divided by three arches, so the dinner was served on one side of the room and the dance floor took up the other. Carrie and Brittany were so easy to work with and the staff on duty the night of our wedding was helpful and efficient. Look no further for the perfect venue to hold your next event...Olde Dobbin Station is the place!
Spencer B
5.0
12/27/2018
AMAZING. We looked at what felt like 20+ venues around the Houston area before deciding on Olde Dobbin Station, and words cannot properly describe how glad we are that we chose ODS for our wedding day. As a former wedding planner, I was absolutely blown away by Brittany and the entire ODS team on their professionalism, punctuality, helpfulness, and overall incredible help leading up to and on our wedding day. Brittany was extremely attentive and accommodating, and her genuine spirit made planning our day so very easy. The feedback we received from vendors and guests alike was incredibly positive, and we are so grateful we chose ODS for our special day. I would not change one single thing, and I highly recommend this venue!
Kaylon W
5.0
12/10/2018
I had a very large wedding (around 450 guest) I had a huge bridal party as well... this venue along with the staff was nothing short of AMAZING! Every thing about my day was perfect! I would 10/10 rate Olde Dobbin the best!!!
B E
3.0
12/08/2018
I’m torn. This venue is beautiful! It really is very beautiful!!! But their staff doesn’t do anything beyond providing a venue, tables & chairs. We feel nickled and dimed to the n-th degree.
Example: $7,000 for a venue, tables & chairs and then you want $100 to take the trash out? Just include it already! Dumb. And the chairs were not clean. Many had to be wiped down from dried good, etc. Our bestman found dried blood on several chairs. Weird & gross.
The bar: Don’t expect pricing or any discussion on this subject until 14 days prior. They make budgeting impossible. As well, one of the bartenders told my guests what my alcohol budget was and how close to becoming a “cash bar” it was. The manager tried to tell me that that didn’t happen, so I ask you, HOW would my guest know my alcohol budget?? They knew to-the-dollar how much was left on my tab.
Set-up: Don’t expect to have any help setting up because they don’t offer it. You’re on your own for e.v.e.r.y.t.h.i.n.g.
And don’t expect any sort of statement or means to track/plan your payments because they don’t have that either.
If I had to do it again I would go elsewhere. But it IS a very beautiful place, sincerely.
Kristen M
5.0
11/25/2018
This venue is absolutely GORGEOUS. Plus they have a wonderful team who were SO helpful the day of our wedding! They worked with my wedding planner to ensure that everything ran smoothly for us & our guests. We received SO many compliments on our choice for the venue and I couldn't agree more. I would recommend this venue a million times again! Thank you so much, Olde Dobbin!
Melanie M
5.0
11/09/2018
Olde Dobbin Station is truly wonderful. The venue is beautiful and secluded. We loved that there was a separate chapel in addition to the huge reception hall. The historic buildings have so much character that they don’t require a ton of décor inside. The owner, Carrie, is so down to earth and easy to work with! She does have a lot of rules as to what you can and can’t do with decor, but that is what keeps the venue in such clean, pristine shape. You simply aren’t going to find another venue with the historic, industrial charm, and sheer space that Olde Dobbin has!
Kathi I
5.0
10/10/2018
We could not have asked to have a better venue and terrific people like Carrie and Brittany to help us have a magical day for our daughter and her new husband. Everything was absolutely perfect from the chapel to the reception hall. They have a bridal cotttage that is darling and a grooms quarters too! Carrie and Brittany will always be there no matter how many times you need to call and they will always calm your worries. Olde Dobbin Station is so gorgeous and we are lucky we were able to get it reserved for our date. Thanks again Carrie and Brittany for a beautiful wedding !!
Angela R
5.0
10/09/2018
My now husband and I could not be more pleased with our experience working with Olde Dobbin Station! I first toured the venue with Brittany and immediately fell in love with the friendliness of everyone there and the beautiful and historically rich site. Throughout the remainder of the planning, ODS made the payment schedule and bar set up incredibly easy. On our wedding day Brittany, the security, staff, and bartenders were beyond helpful and sweet. In one particular instance, our wedding and grooms cakes were delivered around the time the ceremony was held at an offsite location, and the grooms cake come to find out did not fit onto the cake table we had designated it for. My now husband and I had no idea of this mishap, because by the time we walked into the venue the grooms cake had been moved to a new, decorated table all thanks to the absolutely wonderful people at ODS. They also readily jumped in to help assist with our sparkler exit allowing for our family and wedding party to enjoy the event without having to worry about distributing, lighting, and collecting the sparklers.
We are so happy we chose ODS for our reception venue - they are truly a gem and they have our every recommendation!
Stu P
5.0
8/23/2018
We couldn't have asked for a more beautiful and more accommodating venue. My husband's visa came in late so he wouldn't have been in the country for our original wedding date. Olde Dobbins let us move our date without batting an eyelash. We are so grateful to them for everything they did that went above and beyond. There were so many beautiful places to take pictures and we would HIGHLY recommend getting married here.
Robyn M
5.0
8/16/2018
Amazing venue!!
Kaili B
5.0
7/24/2018
Absolutely beautiful. I had to plan my wedding from Charlotte, NC and this venue made it so much easier. It already has natural decoration and such cute and unique structures that it made decorating so easy. I liked that I was able to pick all the vendors I wanted rather than doing a package deal. I highly recommend the venue our pictures turned out so beautiful.
Rachel W
5.0
6/27/2018
Amazing and fantastic, not only the venue itself but also the people there! They always responded to our emails and phone calls promptly. I was DIY my wedding so it was very important to me to get all my questions answered immediately. Besides their responsiveness, they are very friendly and accommodating. Planning the wedding was overwhelming but I never worried about anything with ODS. Plus, their calendar is up-to-date; you can easily pay them online; they have very flexible bar options which can fit all different needs and guest sizes. Brittany, the venue manager, was the main person who helped us for the whole process. She emailed clear instructions and rules for us to read and follow. To me, I really like that because it made our communication and planning more efficient. On the wedding day, everything was so smooth and perfect. The whole wedding turned out very pretty and all of our friends and families said it was definitely worth the driving.
Meghan W
5.0
6/26/2018
Meghan G.
I absolutely loved Olde Dobbin Station! It was the perfect place for our wedding. The entire place is stunning and you honestly don't need a lot of decorations because it is so beautiful on its own! The everyone there is great to work with and so kind! They get back to you really quickly and are great! Highly recommend!
Lauren E
5.0
6/23/2018
This venue is absolutely gorgeous! I loved the history of the buildings and how they kept it true to the original structure when they made it into a wedding venue. I had another venue cancel on me, and they MATCHED the price of my other venue without me even having to ask! From the beginning, the owners were extremely helpful and the manager, Brittany, was so knowledgable. I liked her so much I ended up hiring her as my coordinator!
5.0
6/18/2018
Olde Dobbin Station is a one of a kind venue. It's simply beautiful. Brittany and Brandy were incredible to work with. Brittany's response time for the numerous questions we have had over the past year was nothing short of amazing. She gave us such good advice on vendors, and timelines. You could not ask for nicer people to work with!
Joe M
5.0
5/19/2018
I loved this venue!! It was perfectly what I was looking for! The staff was friendly and very helpful and prompt in getting back to us in our questions. I would highly recommend this1
Victoria G
5.0
5/10/2018
Beautiful venue! They always answer any questions I have
Lauren P
5.0
3/01/2018
I fell in love with Olde Dobbin just from looking at pictures from an add on facebook before I was even engaged. The second my man popped the question, I didn't even want to look at other vendors for the ceremony and reception. The venue was even more perfect in person!! I had a vision of "rustic elegance" and I Olde Dobbin made that a reality. Their staff are very responsive and helpful, as well!
Caroline L
5.0
2/09/2018
My daughter picked this venue for the photo ops. It is so beautiful and seriously provides gorgeous photo opportunities. The staff was so friendly and easy to work with. Our wedding was beautiful there and we highly recommend it.
Courtney M
5.0
2/05/2018
This is an incredible venue. It is GORGEOUS on its own which means you don’t need to (and shouldn’t) go too heavy on the decor. Brittany was the manager I worked with and she was SO responsive and helpful throughout the entire year that I planned my wedding. They go all out to make sure you have a special, stress free day. The only downside I can think of is that there is no bathroom within the bridal suite.
Jennica M
5.0
11/20/2017
We began our journey with Olde Dobbin Station in the spring of 2017, when we unexpectedly had to change our wedding venue that had been booked since late 2016. The owner Carrie, and GM Brittany, did nothing short of jump through hoops to ensure every detail of our wedding day went off without a hitch. By the time we reached our big day, Carrie and Brittany were like family. The chapel, suites, grounds, and reception hall were stunning. They made our day feel effortless. Olde Dobbin Station will forever be a very special place to my husband and I. Our photos are absolutely breathtaking, to boot.
Michelle H
5.0
7/25/2017
The venue is perfect. The staff is great. It's a beautiful place to get married. There are so many wonderful options for photos. Both the ceremony and reception sites are on the property. They are a blank canvas and amazing to host.
Erica R
5.0
8/27/2016
I got married at Olde Dobbin Station earlier this month, and there could not have been a better venue. Brittany, the manager, is a rock star! She was the most helpful person throughout my whole planning process. They were incredibly accommodating. We were even able to bring in some our decor the day before the wedding. I could not recommend this venue more!
Rachel S
5.0
3/14/2016
Our wedding was a dream come true. ODS was our Ceremony and Reception site. Carrie McCoy and her family have made this venue a literal dream. Carrie and staff were always quick to answer any texts or emails. Their payment plans are so easy and affordable, but your wedding will feel like a million dollars because of how well they maintain the beautiful property! Thank you so much for making our dream wedding a reality!
Shannon P
5.0
2/01/2016
Not only is the venue amazingly beautiful, but the staff is outstanding! Carrie and her crew are very responsive and accommodating. The definitely know how to make a wedding perfect. My guests were in awe of the space, and it is truly a stunning piece of history!
Sylvia M
5.0
12/15/2015
I cannot even begin to describe how amazing our experience was with Olde Dobbin Station and their staff. From booking 1 &1/2 year advance to the day off. Any questions I had they were answered so quickly. So flexible with catering the day around what your dream wedding day needed. I love this place because Carrie (the owner) has really made it a pleasant experience when it comes to wedding planning. Completely worth every penny and can I just say that the actual building is absolutely AMAZING & BEAUTIFUL. THANK YOU Dobbin such a pleasure to work with you all and thank you for truly making my wedding the best day ever!
Julie C
4.0
11/24/2014
This venue is undoubtedly the prettiest wedding venue I have ever seen. It is so unique and as TONS of character. My wedding was on a Friday and they allowed me to come in on Thursday (if there was not a wedding booked that day) at 10:00AM to set up and have my rehearsal. This was awesome considering most venues only give you 10-12 hours total to decorate and rehearse the day of your wedding. The owner and her assistant were pretty great as well. They were on top of everything, responding to calls and emails within minutes (99% of the time). They were very helpful in every aspect.
On another note, I was constantly reminded of all the rules through email which included: not propping the doors open to move things inside, no outside liquor (which gets VERY EXPENSIVE... over double the original cost), no flower peddles on the floor from flower girl, no glitter or confetti, no alcoholic shots, and/or drinking games. This only scratches the surface. There are many many more rules and guidelines that you have to follow or precautions were taken by the venue. VERY STRICT group of people here.
My wedding went very smoothly and I enjoyed every bit of it BUT one thing that I remember being really annoying and stressful at the end was paying the bar tab. At the end of my wedding, before the send off, I was asked to pay the bar tab. For one, why couldn't they send out an invoice on Monday? I feel like, as a bride, that's the last thing you want to worry about at the end of the night. You're having fun, tipsy, about to leave, worrying about a million other things and then you have to go find your wallet (which I forgot at the hotel). I scrambled around for a while, freaking out because I couldn't find my wallet. Then, when I asked if I could pay the following day or later that night they said no. They told my, now, mother-in-law that she wasn't allowed to leave until it was paid for she had also left her wallet at the hotel. I am sorry but we pay our bills. They venue was $5,500 for Friday night and it was split up into 3 installments which we OVER PAID every time. We pay our bills, we were loyal and over paying costumers. I don't see why we weren't cut some slack. Needless to say, my father had his wallet and we were "allowed" to leave... Ridiculous.
All-in-all, the venue was absolutely stunning and I would recommend it to most brides but WITH CAUTION. They are so strict. I would recommend that every bride weigh the good and the bad with this venue before making their decision. In the end, I would make the same choice again. The venue is THAT beautiful!
Tiffany T
5.0
11/16/2014
Carrie and Corbin were amazing! They responded quickly to e-mails and phone calls. They were quick to answer questions, even those that were about weddings in general, not just their venue!
Brian S
5.0
2/03/2014
Could not have been happier with the venue, beautiful location, beautiful venue and helpful staff!!
4.0
8/14/2013
I absolutely love Olde Dobbin Station. I booked it before ever even visiting because I loved it that much. The venue is incredible. So many different ways you can use it and be creative. It is timeless and perfect to a Texas wedding. There were a few things I didn't know about it until we got into the planning process that was kind of a bummer. They don't allow you to hang anything from the rafters (including string lights) Which I wanted to do really bad. So if you have that in your wedding vision, don't set your heart on it. They won't let you hang anything on the walls either. The other thing that I wished was different was the brides getting ready area. While it is beautiful, it is also TINY. If you have more than a few bridesmaids, you wont fit in there not to mention your make up and hair people. We ended up getting ready at the place we stayed which was good, just a little of a hassle. And there is no where for the groom to be so you have to have some one making sure yall don't see each other before the wedding which can be tricky. Also there is only one outlet. So bring an extension cord.
The service was good. They are great with communication and letting you use the venue when ever you need. They get back to you in emails quickly which I appreciated. They were helpful in finding vendors and recommendations on styling and set ups. We had one little run in that was a misunderstanding but overall they were good.
Olde Dobbin was the perfect and beautiful back drop for our wedding. Love the rustic and modern feel.
Katie M
5.0
8/10/2013
My husband and I got married at Olde Dobbin Station in May 2013 and it was amazing. The venue was beautiful and different than a traditional venue, which is what we were looking for. I wanted a venue that I could have the wedding ceremony and reception together so no guests had to drive somewhere else after already traveling to the ceremony. I also wanted a venue that had some of a vintage style to it but would still "work" with traditional wedding aspects. Carrie and Corbin were extremely helpful throughout the whole planning process and they were very responsive to my questions. I know my husband would have liked to have a groom's room to hang out in, but the guys still had a great time before the wedding and he actually got to visit with some of our guests while they were walking into the are we used for the ceremony. I really can't say enough nice things about ODS...it is beautiful, looks awesome in our wedding pictures and so many of guests were blown away with the building's beauty and atmosphere and its history. I just hope some of my friends pick ODS so I can go back! We had a perfect and fun night at Olde Dobbin and with all of our vendors (which were recommended by Olde Dobbin). I would highly recommend it to anybody!
Amanda H
5.0
8/06/2013
We used the old barn as our wedding ceremony site. The one suggestion I would have for ODS is to level up the floor and leave the rest of the building alone! The barn, as it stands, is a building that is frozen in time and with bistro lights hanging, makes a very romantic wedding ceremony. For a 300+ guest list, the ceremony was very intimate. The main building is so beautifully restored by the owners and speaks for itself, very little decoration needed. We had our reception at night so we played up lighting with candle center pieces instead of flowers. Several of our guests were blown away by the venue do to the location.
For the owners, we personally got to work with Carrie McCoy. She made planning so easy, very flexible and in the end, you felt as if you made a new friend. Her professionalism is beyond words! She worked our wedding and I felt very relieved to know she was there the entire time! She cares 100% about her customers and so does her entire staff!!! The ODS crew is wonderful!
Olde Dobbin Station is a beautiful location restored to stand the test of time. Many of my guest described our wedding as a "whimsical" experience and as if they took a step back in time.
Kate H
5.0
8/05/2013
This was the very first venue that I looked at for my wedding. When we went to see it, it was still in the process of being renovated but I knew that it was the venue that I wanted immediately. I first found ODS when I went to the Houston Bridal Extravaganza and saw their booth. Everyone made my day so smooth! Corbin and Carrie were such a huge help! I also loved the open houses they held so I could see what vendors they recommended and ended up using a few people I found there. The one thing every person told me at my wedding was the food was fantastic (I used Bailey Connor Catering) and the venue was incredible. I was actually sad my wedding was over because I knew I wouldn't be going back there again! They did a wonderful job renovating it and I can't wait to see what they do in the future!
Stephanie R
4.0
8/04/2013
This venue is absolutely beautiful! Is was perfect and guests are still telling us how pretty and perfect the place was. People felt like they were transported to a whole different place. Just be sure you know all the restrictions before you book there, and their availability fills up fast!
Stephanie B
5.0
7/15/2013
Olde Dobbin Station was the perfect place for our wedding. We booked it about a week after we were engaged and got married a year later. We used Corbin's wedding coordinator services and she was absolutely amazing. Olde Dobbin helped us find a great company to rent linens from and worked wonderfully with our other vendors. Everything went perfectly and I can't say anything bad about our experience. We had our ceremony inside and they were so helpful in making exactly what I'd imagined become a reality. It really was the best day ever.
Magen V
5.0
6/25/2013
This is the MOST AMAZING wedding venue to hold your wedding at!! Not only is it absolutely beautiful but Corbin the general manager/coordinator is a joy to work with!! Carrie the owner is the sweetest lady as well and they are both there to make the whole experience perfect!! I couldn't have asked for a more amazing venue and we are still hearing guests talk about how beautiful the wedding was thanks to Olde Dobbin! I would recommend to anyone and everyone!!
Kasie C
5.0
6/18/2013
Olde Dobbin Station was the only venue I even looked at. It was the PERFECT setting for our rustic chic theme. The staff was great and we got endless compliments on the beautiful venue. I would pick them 100 times over. My wedding was absolutely perfect!
Lauren M
5.0
5/30/2013
Olde Dobbin Station is a beautiful venue. Carrie and Corbin are the greatest! They are so nice and helpful!
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