DFW Country Weddings
Lana Gilliland
MANAGER
AWARD WINNER (2X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
River Road Venue is the perfect blend of classic elegance and Texas chic for both indoor and outdoor weddings. The ideal location for a magical and romantic day. Our meadow and gardens provide a stunning backdrop for your special day. Celebrate your love surrounded by beauty and nature. The Venue can accommodate up to 180 guests below soaring ceilings with massive, wrought-iron chandeliers. Open-air patios, 2 Getting Ready Suites, Onsite Accommodations in our 5 bedroom Manor
and Much More.....
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Veteran-owned Business
Pricing details
Couples usually spend $5,500
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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
Guest Capacity
Up to 200
Settings
Ballroom
Barn
Farm & Ranch
Garden
Hotel
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Planning
Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
Lana Gilliland
Manager
The wedding business can be somewhat commercial and cookie-cutter at times, with one bride or wedding seeming interchangeable with another. But as Event Director of River Road Chateau, that's not the the way it is. This is why I love what I do: the people I meet, the relationships I form and the friends I make. To me, there is nothing cookie-cutter about any bride, or any wedding. Each is unique and special and I'm honored by the brides and their families who entrust me to help create the wedding of their dreams.
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Reviews
4.8
out of 5.052 reviews
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River Road Venue, previously managed by Lori before Lana took over, is highly praised by couples for its charm, peaceful ambiance, and intimate setting, especially for LGBT weddings. The venue's owner, Lana, is commended for her kindness, helpfulness, and dedication to ensuring a smooth wedding day. Reviewers appreciate the venue's transformation under Lana's management and the support provided by Lori and her team throughout the planning process. River Road Chateau's rustic reception hall, beautiful scenery, and accommodating staff, particularly Lori, are highlighted as key factors that make it an exceptional choice for a stress-free and magical wedding.- Top reviews
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Kaylee G
5.0
4/12/2025
Couldn’t Have Picked a Better Place!
We got married at the chapel and it was everything we dreamed of and more. The space is so charming and peaceful—simple, beautiful, and just the right amount of cozy. It felt special the moment we walked in, and even more magical on our wedding day.
What really made the experience amazing, though, was the owner. Lana is seriously the best—so kind, helpful, and genuinely invested in making sure everything went smoothly. From answering our million questions to making sure the day ran perfectly, they were there for us every step of the way.
If you’re looking for a wedding spot that feels warm, intimate, and totally stress-free, we honestly can’t recommend River Road Venue enough. It was perfect.
Lacey T
5.0
9/30/2024
When me and my now wife (LGBT couple) initially found this venue it was managed by Lori... she was awesome she was very thorough and we fell in love with the venue. Eventually Lana and the new owner came in at the beginning of the year and took over the place. Within 6 months Lana worked miracles and completely revamped the entire venue! It was amazing how much the little venue we loved turned into an amazing venue that was better than I could have ever expected. Lana helped tremendously though our process and was there the day of and we even shared little moments just her and I that made me so grateful to have her part of my day. I promise you you will not regret going with this venue if you decide this is where you want to hold your wedding.
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Katie H
5.0
10/22/2023
I cannot say enough good things about Lori and her team at RRC. From the beginning, she was incredibly kind and professional. She was so helpful throughout the entire planning process and I am so thankful for her. The venue was absolutely gorgeous and we received so many compliments on it. I never doubted our decision to get married at RRC and would recommend RRC to anyone looking for a venue. Thank you so much, Lori!!
Response from River Road Venue on 10/26/2023
Thank you, Katie! I enjoyed working with you and Taylor and it was truly my honor to get ...
to play a small part in your best day ever. I wish you both every happiness in the world! ~Lori
Rikki L
5.0
6/04/2023
River Road Chateau was THE perfect place for our DIY wedding! Lori (the venue coordinator) was amazing and made the whole wedding process very easy. She shares a list of preferred vendors, who all love coming back to RRC for weddings! I received and felt so much support from all vendors! I also love love love the venue! The natural greenery with the rustic reception hall gave the venue a characteristic you rarely find elsewhere at this price! The venue also gave us so many different backgrounds for our wedding photos! Highly recommend!!
Response from River Road Venue on 10/26/2023
Rikki! How did I miss this review when you posted it? Thank you! You and Thomas are jus...
t the sweetest couple and I loved working with you and your families. I am so happy your wedding was exactly what you wanted! It was a gorgeous day and I'm so happy that I got to be part of it! ~Lori
Melanie S
5.0
4/07/2023
River Road Chateau was the perfect venue for the most perfect day! I knew I wanted to be a very DIY bride as I am in Fashion Design and didn’t just want to show up to my wedding the day of. This was the perfect venue to allow my dream wedding to come true without having any restrictions on vendors. I was even able set up Friday instead of Saturday morning which allowed me to fully enjoy my day without stressing about someone else setting everything up. Lori was absolutely amazing at answering all my questions and is a dream to work with. I had 75 people and we did both the ceremony and reception in the indoor venue as I’m not an outdoor ceremony girl. Everything fit great and the staff flipped the ceremony space into the dance floor super easily. We used the outdoor ceremony space for our first look and there was lots of pretty spot for photos on the property even in March. We rented the house B&B for Friday and Saturday night and it made the weekend so enjoyable and convenient. 14 of use stay at the house and it was just a great weekend! Highly recommend!
Response from River Road Venue on 04/07/2023
Thank you so much for the sweet words, Melanie! I loved getting to work with you and Nate...
and I enjoyed every minute of getting to know you and your families. Your wedding was such a beautiful, fun day and I'm honored that my team and I got to be part of it. ~Lori
Haley B
5.0
12/02/2022
Lori is incredible!! After losing our original venue due to a permitting issue we found Lori and River Road and fell in love! The venue itself is stunning with tons of room outside and a spacious reception hall. We also loved being able to rent the house next door to get ready and stay the night after. Lori and Robin went above and beyond to make our vision of a beautiful wedding come true despite a rainy day! I cannot recommend this place enough.
Response from River Road Venue on 12/02/2022
Oh Haley, you are the sweetest! I know it caused you a lot of stress, but I'm a little th...
ankful for the issue with the other venue because it brought you to us. We loved working with you, Jared and your families and we wish you nothing but a lifetime of happiness! ~Lori
anonymous u
5.0
11/04/2022
I love this venue - we knew right when we toured it that it was the one. Lori (venue coordinator) was very responsive and helpful, it has open vendor policies so it was very customizable! I loved that the ceremony space and venue were both on the same property and we utilized the guest house the night before and night of and it was the perfect set-up!
Response from River Road Venue on 11/04/2022
Thank you so much, Catherine! I'm so sorry that Mother Nature didn't fully cooperate, but...
can't tell you how much we appreciate you just rolling with the punches with such grace. You were a gem to work with and I wish you and Zach a lifetime of happiness together! ~Lori
Lexie P
5.0
10/29/2022
I had the perfect wedding at the The River Road Chateau. The staff accommodated to my every need, and was always willing to answer questions and make changes as necessary. The venue is absolutely stunning. Having the manor on the property was extremely convenient, and so fun for the whole wedding party to stay together the night before. I would highly recommend this venue to anyone with an upcoming wedding!
Response from River Road Venue on 11/04/2022
Thank you so much, Lexie! I so enjoyed my time getting to work with and know you, Andres ...
and your families. We wish you both a lifetime of happiness together! ~Lori
Bailey T
5.0
7/04/2022
So glad I picked this venue! The facility was top notch and the setting was beautiful. I had a vintage camper photo booth and it fit perfectly under the pear trees. It was the perfect venue and perfect style for the biggest night of my life.
Bailey J
5.0
6/12/2022
River Road Chateau as a venue is absolutely stunning. It is set a bit in the country but is still close enough to civilization for ease of access. We absolutely loved the whole vibe of RRC. There are multiple beautiful locations for your ceremony or just pictures. The reception area is equally beautiful and doesn't require extensive decoration to achieve beautiful results. Additionally, the open patios allow for a fun indoor/outdoor vibe for the receptions which was exactly what we were looking for. Belle Manor is also so beautiful and the perfect spot to get ready with your bridesmaids. While the venue itself is wonderful, what really sets RRC apart is Lori and her staff. Lori was so nice and easy to work with. While working with Lori, it was very clear how much she truly cares about each couple and wanting to set up the perfect day for you. She was organized and helpful/patient while answering my constant stream of questions throughout planning. She was so willing to work with us to help us bring our dream wedding to fruition. The vendors she suggested were also excellent and her list helped us to fill in the gaps we had. Everything was absolutely perfect for us at River Road Chateau and I am confident it will be for you too.
Response from River Road Venue on 06/13/2022
Thank you so much for the sweet review, Bailey! I loved working with you, Victor, and you...
r families and enjoyed my time getting to know all of you so very much. I'm thrilled that you got to have your dream day and I am honored to have gotten to play a small part in it. We all wish you and Victor a lifetime of happiness together! ~ Lori
Reanna S
5.0
1/03/2022
River Road Chatuea was a dream. Not only is the venue gorgeous but Lori makes the day all the more special. The venue sells itself but if you have any doubt, take 1 minute to speak with Lori and your mind will be set. I couldn’t have asked for a better venue/coordinator! Would recommend RRC to anyone having a wedding.
Response from River Road Venue on 01/03/2022
Thank you so much for your sweet review, Reanna! You were a dream bride to work with and ...
that made my job so easy and fun. The entire RRC team enjoyed working with you, Aaron, and your sweet families so much! We wish you both a lifetime of love and happiness together! ~Lori
Claire M
5.0
9/16/2021
Lori and the venue staff are amazing to work with, always calm, thoughtful, and attentive. We were amazed at how easily everything came together on our wedding day, the great communication between the venue staff and outside vendors, as well as one heck of a groundskeeper made our day memorable. Lori even went as far as mosquito fogging the ceremony area an hour before the guests arrived, and not a biting bug was in sight! Our guests all loved the blooming gardens and butterflies galore! Overall a magical day!
Response from River Road Venue on 09/17/2021
Thank you so much, Claire! My team and I truly enjoyed every minute of working with you, ...
Layne and your wonderful families. We are honored that you chose us to help give you a dream wedding and cannot wait to see the pictures from your gorgeous day! I also look forward to staying in touch with you both and seeing your lovely family adventures for many years to come! ~Lori
Allyson S
5.0
2/05/2021
This is the venue you've been searching for. The first time we drove out to see it, we were immediately done looking. Lori and the whole RRC team are incredible to work with, and we can't say enough about them. Lori is hilarious and makes it so easy to ask her the 101 questions we all have as brides, because she truly cares about you and your wedding.
RRC's ceremony meadow is like something out of dream. We had a late summer wedding and it was stunning with the amount of green we were surrounded with. There are so many incredible photo-opp locations throughout the property, that you'll be able to get a ton of unique shots.
My bridesmaids and I got ready in Belle Manor that day, which made everything so comfortable - it's basically like staying in your own private house. My parents even spent the night there!
The reception hall is incredible as well, with a delightfully Tuscan vibe. And all you have to do is open up the doors to the lit patio outside to help you cool off after working up a sweat dancing. Best. wedding. ever.
Response from River Road Venue on 02/05/2021
Thank you so much for your very sweet words, Allyson! I enjoyed working with you, Taylor ...
and your sweet families and am thrilled that you guys got to have your dream wedding with us. We sincerely do love all of our wonderful couples and work so very hard to try and make every wedding day the best ever! I will certainly pass your compliments on to my wonderful team. Please keep in touch! ~Lori
Hillary G
5.0
12/06/2019
A HUGE thank you to Lori and the whole River Road team for helping us have the wedding of our dreams! This venue is absolutely beautiful, especially with the recent remodel. This was a huge selling point for us, since I did not want to spend much time or money on decor. This venue doesn't need it! The venue manager, Lori, was soooooo great to work with. Always quick to respond, flexible and easy-going, and so friendly! I knew from the beginning that we were in good hands with her. Whenever I spoke with her, she made me feel like ours was their only wedding and highest priority, despite the fact we got married during one of the busiest months of the year. So many of our guests complimented the venue, commenting on how beautiful it was. I don't doubt that choosing this venue was one of the best wedding decisions we made!!
Katy D
5.0
11/27/2019
This venue was an absolute dream. Lori is also the sweetest ever, she answered all of my bride brain questions quickly and was so kind about it. We also stayed at Belle Manor and it was so nice to have everything in one place and to not have to worry about leaving anything anywhere. The grounds are stunning and so well taken care of. It was a perfect venue for our perfect day.
Response from River Road Venue on 11/27/2019
Thank you so much, Katy! My team and I are so happy that you and Andrew had your dream we...
dding and that we got to help make it happen. You were both so wonderful to work with and made our jobs easy. We are thrilled you chose us for your special day and look forward to keeping in touch for many years! ~Lori
Terry B
5.0
10/28/2019
Everything about RRC was perfect for my daughter’s wedding on Oct 11th.
The meadow is stunning, the hall is well-equipped and beautiful, and the guest house, Belle Manor is the perfect addition to the beautiful experience! We had the rehearsal dinner there, which was great. Then the bridal party got ready there, after which the bride & groom spent their first night together there. It truly made for a magical experience...and very reasonable to boot!
Lori was absolutely delightful..professional, helpful, available & fun! Ariel, the bride wished she could work for her, were she to live in the area.😄
We are grateful for a perfect experience, and have not a single complaint! That is an amazing way to feel after such a big event in your life. I can’t recommend RRC highly enough!
Response from River Road Venue on 10/30/2019
Thank you so much for such a sweet review, Terry. I'm so happy that Ariel & Sam's day was...
everything your family dreamed of and my staff and I appreciate all of the compliments. :) You and Ariel were an absolute joy to work with and I'm counting on her to move our way one day.
Ariel C
5.0
10/25/2019
This venue was straight up an answer to prayer and embodies everything I had hoped and more. Lori felt like family from day one, our day ran so smoothly and there is just something about this place that makes me want to live there. Belle Manor was absolutely out of this world and I loved it a lot. My husband and I couldn’t have asked for more. I would give this 10 stars if I could! I love love this place. Get married here! The staff is so wonderful on top of everything:)
Response from River Road Venue on 10/25/2019
Thank you SO much, Ariel! I had such a blast getting to work with you and your Mom on yo...
ur gorgeous wedding. I'm honored that you and Sam chose us to host your special day and I will consider you family forever! ~Lori
Ashleigh G
5.0
10/24/2019
River Road was basically a fairytale come true. To be honest I was a thrift bride and unsure what I'd be able to afford. But my husband (then fiance) and I decided to save up for this venue because it is simply perfect as is. If you don't have a dime to spend on any other decor, this venue will still be gorgeous on your big day. Chandeliers and stone everywhere!
The staff is practically perfect in every way, providing care and attention to detail for your every need. All my questions were answered timely and sweetly, I was never treated as petty or a bridezilla. Lori had such patience with me, helping me move the tables exactly where I wanted them as Kathy did in driving me in my giant dress on the golf cart from the house to the ceremony meadow.
AND if you have not yet seen Belle Manor, you need to! We were able to rent the house for our extensive out-of-town bridal party, making our wedding day preparations and aftermath comfortable and convenient. There was nothing better than leaving to my sparkler exit, walking over to the house with my husband, and being able to immediately get comfortable and relax.
There are numerous factors that made me feel like a princess on my big day, but River Road is most definitely at the top of that list. Location, services, style, and staff are all impeccable and I would recommend them to anyone!
p.s. They're Disney fans too, in case anyone is looking!
Response from River Road Venue on 10/24/2019
Thanks so much for the incredibly kind words, Ashleigh! We are so honored you chose us, Tr...
usted Us, with your biggest of days. We live for brides like you! And we truly take the comments you made about how you were treated throughout seriously. Making every wedding party feel like family is something we really take pride in. As the owner, I can't hear enough how Lori and the rest of our staff, met all your needs and expectations. I truly am blessed to have them. And we are all blessed to have incredible folks like YOU too, who truly appreciates what we have to offer here at River Road Chateau and who thought enough of us to go that extra mile and write such a glowing review. You're welcome back out to take a trip down memory lane anytime! Thanks so much and Congratulations!
Elayne K
5.0
4/05/2019
River Road Chateau was absolutely the best! The meadow is a perfect setting for an outdoor wedding; it stormed until 6:00 am the night before my daughter’s wedding and by the time the ceremony started at 5:00 pm, the meadow was fine! The venue for the reception is beautiful and accommodated our 150 guests without feeling crowded. The evening was nice enough to have the buffet out on a side patio and this also made a nice area for guests to visit. Lori and her staff were beyond the best to work with!!! They were pleasant, professional, and present throughout the reception to make sure things were running smoothly. The staff was a huge help getting things packed up and cleaned up. When we returned from the bride and groom send out, basically all our things were on two tables in the back which made it easy and quick to load.
Another benefit to River Road Chateau is the Guest House on the premises. It was so relaxing to be on site the whole day of the wedding and not worry about having to load up and go anywhere. My daughter chose to get ready in the bridal suite at the house instead of the venue, and this made getting ready very relaxing. I highly recommend staying in the house!
Lori has worked hard on a vendor list, and we used everyone she suggested and were VERY pleased. Our guests loved the food, complimented the DJ, and the bar was very reasonable! From food to security, Lori’s recommendations were outstanding. The whole weekend was truly enjoyable and perfect, we wouldn’t have changed a thing!
Micaela P
5.0
11/09/2018
I got married at River Road Chateau a few weeks ago and, let me tell you, it was THE most magical and perfect day, ever. Krysti and Lori with RRC are absolutely INCREDIBLE and worked with us on every angle. I had a Cinderella dream to get married on horseback (with the whole bridal party horseback, too!) and they helped us make that happen. Their suggestions, ever-ready help and thoughtfulness are uncomparable! I would absolutely, hands down, very highly recommend RRC for your wedding! You will be so thankful you did because the property is not only absolutely stunning any time of year, the people are professional, thoughtful and just plain PERFECT! I am eternally grateful that we found River Road Chateau and I refuse to imagine my wedding anywhere else!! RRC truly is a fairy tale come true.
Response from River Road Venue on 11/14/2018
Your wedding will definitely go down as a historic event at RRC - words can't begin to des...
cribe how much fun we had with you and your entire posse...literally... LOL! Many thanks to your family, friends and wranglers for helping make the equestrian part of your wedding a smashing success. I think of all of you each time a see the new hitching posts in the meadow, and I'm willing to bet RRC is one of the very few venues who have them ;-) We were thrilled and honored to play our part in your fairytale wedding and will forever consider all of you part of our River Road family!
Krysti, Lori and Larry
Sonya H
5.0
11/09/2018
If you want to have the wedding of your dreams in a gorgeous, outdoor, country setting, with your reception in a beautiful indoor setting and work with the most accommodating people in the world, then River Road Chateau is the place for you. And there is more! We wanted 9 horses to be in the wedding! Not many beautiful places can accommodate horses in your wedding, but River Road Chateau went out of their way to accommodate our horses. The wedding meadow is tucked in a nook of the property down a short path, across a wooden bridge over a creek bed, and nestled in the trees. That beautiful pathway passes by gorgeous Italian gardens (in which you could choose to have your wedding) and, after you cross over the bridge, then leads you through double doors and down to the altar complete with wooden arch, crystal chandelier and, now, hitching posts off to the side, for those horses! On the other side of the wedding meadow is a beautiful, wide open pasture which made for amazing photographs with the wedding party, bride and groom all on horseback! Wait! There is more! Did I mention the fact that our groom and his family were from out of town and we needed accommodations for them close by? Not a problem for River Road Chateau! Right on the premises they have the most beautiful plantation style house newly remodeled and furnished to accommodate 15 guests with a living room and kitchen. It was so nice to be able to rent that lovely home instead of having to put everyone up in cold hotel rooms. The master suite is decorated in a beautiful silver/grey décor. It was so gorgeous we decided to use it for the bridal party to get ready in, instead of the beautiful bridal room that is available down in the reception hall. The reception hall also has a wonderful groom’s dressing area which our groom and his groomsmen hung out and dressed in. The Reception Hall also has beautiful chandeliers, gorgeous antique French entry doors, lots of side doors that can be slid open to reveal the two outdoor, covered patios your guests can over flow to in beautiful weather, a fabulous kitchen and bar area, and guest bath rooms. I really loved that part of the rental included glass water goblets and wine glasses and tables and chairs for 200 guests, among other details. Wait, there is more! Did I mention how amazing Lori, Krysti, Larry and the staff were? Absolutely incredible, from beginning to the very end. There wasn’t a moment that they were not on top of, making sure that my job was as smooth and easy as possible. They loved the horses and nothing about their needs intimidated them. We stretched everything to the limit but you would never have known that. The details of the day were turned over to them and I never had to worry about a thing because they took care of every detail. I was able to spend my time with my daughter and family while they made sure everything ran smoothly. They promised us the wedding of our daughter’s dreams, and they delivered! I can’t imagine having our wedding at any other venue! Thank you, Larry, Lori and Krysti!
Andrea H
5.0
10/25/2018
I cannot say enough wonderful things about this venue and the managers, Krysti and Lori. They went above and beyond to make our wedding practically seamless and as stress-free as possible. They were so quick to respond to every email and question I had, and all with the kindest attitude! Not only was this venue a decent price, it is absolutely stunning! They continue to make improvements to the grounds and each time they sent us an update, we were more and more impressed. When we had a last minute ceremony change to plan b indoors due to monsoon downpours, Lori was right there to make sure we felt at ease and happy with the indoor setup. It actually turned out more beautiful than I ever could have imagined and worked out perfectly. This was by far the easiest and BEST vendor decision we made for our wedding and we couldn’t be happier with how it all played out. Thank you SO MUCH to River Road Chateau for helping to make our wedding a truly magical experience that we will never forget!
Response from River Road Venue on 10/25/2018
We can't tell you how much your kind words mean! Mother Nature was a little rough on us on...
your big day, and we're thrilled you were pleased with our "Plan B" indoor option. The challenges of the day were lessened by everyone's positive attitude and ability to go with the flow...no pun intended! Ultimately, all any of us wanted was for a happy and special day for you and Adam. We were honored to be a part of your magical wedding, and enjoyed every minute of the time we spent with you, Adam, and your wonderful families and friends.
Krysti and Lori
Debbie P
5.0
8/13/2018
I don’t even know where to begin to describe how amazing Lori and Krysti are and how wonderful this venue is. Lori and Krysti both went above and beyond what we even expected. Everyone can tell they both truly love their job. The venue is absolutely beautiful but it’s the two of them that make it perfect. They made a stressful day more relaxing and made this special day for my daughter an everlasting memory.
Response from River Road Venue on 08/13/2018
We always knew a good time was in store when the Pittman-Proudfoot posse rolled up the dri...
ve! You were all such a pleasure to work with and will forever hold a special place in our hearts ♥️. The fun doesn’t have to end - our door is always open to welcome you. Come visit your River Road Chateau family anytime!
Erin H
5.0
2/26/2018
I can't say enough great things about River Road Chateau. Every single person who works there was kind, punctual, knowledgeable, and fun. They went above and beyond for us at every single turn. The house and venue are stocked with everything we didn't know we would even need and Lori and Krysti were always one step ahead of us anticipating what we might need. I was blown away. These people have put their souls into this venue and you can feel it in every detail.
Jenelle S
5.0
12/06/2017
We loved EVERYTHING about this venue and our experience! I cannot gush enough about how fabulous it was to work with Krysti and Lori. We primarily worked with Krysti and she was so helpful from start to finish. In our initial consultation, she went over what to expect, and what no expect. She explained every detail thoroughly. Throughout planning, she was always quick to respond to my questions (and I had at least 1000).
When it got closer to the wedding, we met our event manager (not to be confused with a wedding planner), Lori. She helped me walk through the layout and made great suggestions. On the wedding day, she was able to answer all of my questions and when I wanted something tweaked, she was able to help make it happen. I loved working with her, too!
I also love that the venue is so versatile. Our wedding was a little more modern and glam but it still looked beautiful in the country setting.
We went to just about every Open House that they had and managed to pick almost all of our vendors that way, and they were all fabulous, too!
I would 110% recommend this venue to another bride!
Response from River Road Venue on 12/07/2017
Thank you for your kind words...Lori and I enjoyed working with you, Daniel and your famil...
ies as well! We'd love to have you come stay at Belle Manor again...what a great place to celebrate your first anniversary, back where it all began :-)
Macy P
5.0
11/20/2017
This venue is magical and everything we needed! We are so happy that we had our wedding their. If you want a venue that has beautiful trees surrounding you while you say your I do’s to the one that you love. Also if you want a cute reception area to have a blast on the dance floor! Then you have to check them out!
Haleigh W
5.0
10/12/2017
Love, love, love this venue. This is the hidden beauty of Collin County. At first we weren’t impressed with the photos on their website, so I didn’t pursue it. My daughter wanted to go for a visit, and we were blown away. This place is absolutely gorgeous, and everyone at the wedding commented on how pretty it was. We honestly went to every venue in Collin County, I think, and am so happy we chose this one.
Lori and Krysti were wonderful to work with, and there were no hidden fees. I would highly recommend River Road Chateau to anyone looking for a beautiful wedding venue at a great price. 5 Stars!
Response from River Road Venue on 10/23/2017
River Road Chateau responded with the following comments:
We're so glad Haleigh talked yo...
u into checking us out in person - it was a pleasure and an honor to be a part of their special day. I can still picture in my mind the darling way Haleigh's nose crinkles up when she smiles, and there were certainly lots of smiles! Best wishes for a beautiful future.
Michelle K
5.0
10/08/2017
After so many tours and looking everywhere for a place to get married, we are so happy we found and booked River Road Chateau. We wanted a one stop place to have and celebrate our wedding. Above all we wanted a stress free day at a place that would amplify our special day and we got all of that and more. Krysti was incredibly flexible with allowing me and my planning crew come by the venue when we needed. She gave us great ideas and she was an absolute pleasure to work with. The owners are wonderful. I felt that they were focused on making sure we all had a great experience. The venue is so beautiful and every time we came by, some new garden appeared or new décor was added. Here are some highlights from our wedding at RRC:
• Brides Room: I loved getting ready in that room with my bridesmaids. Everyone had a mirror and was helping each other out with makeup and hair styles.
• The Meadow: Strait up MAGICAL. When we were saying our vows, a family of butterflies started landing on the preacher and the arch way. It was an incredible!
• Grand Hall: Plenty of space to dance and my DJ even tapped into their screen projector playing awesome music videos and we even had a slide show of old photos going.
• The House on Property: Such a great asset to my wedding day! I am so glad we booked that. My family was able to get ready there and have a lovely lunch before the wedding. It was so awesome to party it up at the banquet hall and then walk across the yard to an extremely comfortable bed!
Response from River Road Venue on 10/09/2017
Thank you, Mrs. Killingsworth 😊. It was so much fun to work with you, Blake and your fami...
lies and we were honored to be a part of your special day - what a beautiful wedding. I still can't get over those butterflies! It's not often you're thrilled to see wedding crashers, but they certainly couldn't have timed their appearance any better. I can't wait to see if the photographer was able to capture those images! Best wishes for a beautiful future - Krysti
Melissa H
5.0
7/21/2017
My husband and I looked at a number of venues before choosing River Road Chateau. As we drove out there, we both said the location might be too far out of the way. However, sometimes a little extra drive is well worth it. Because it’s out of the way, it is very private.
You can customize the venue, but it’s ready to go just the way it is. There are options for your ceremony and we chose to have it outdoors and then the reception inside. However, the weather had other plans. Thankfully, the team at River Road Chateau was fully prepared. Our ceremony was moved indoors and it was beautiful.
Prior to the wedding the bride and groom have their own separate rooms that are set up just the way a bride would want (tons of mirrors!) and just the way the groom would want (TV with DirecTV). Both my husband and I were very happy with our wedding day, it was exactly as we expected after touring the property with Krysti from River Road Chateau. It was as stress free of a wedding as you can have.
Whether you are having your first wedding or like us, a second wedding with a ton of kids, River Road Chateau will accommodate. The bottom line is, the facility and the team at River Road Chateau will make you feel like you have a team of wedding experts who have one goal, giving you the best wedding they’ve ever done.
Thank you Krysti and your team for giving us a wedding that my husband, our children, our guests, and I will never forget.
Sincerely,
Melissa & Jonathan Harris
Amy T
5.0
6/14/2017
I have only good things to say about this place! I found the RRC from The Knot, and from the beginning, Krysti, the Manager, was SO helpful, informative, and friendly. The day I called, she got me up there to see the venue right away! Krysti let me come to the venue anytime to show my family, plan for the wedding, and I also took my engagement photos there! This made me feel very special, and I loved visiting the location. Krysti is awesome! She started to feel like family. She kept us all informed throughout their renovation of the guest house next door, and all the new additions to the venue. She has done a great job! The place looked great to begin with, but with all the new additions the owners and herself added, it has made it even more beautiful! I want to go back one weekend to stay at the guest house! I fell in love with the outdoor ceremony space! All week, it was %100 chance of rain when my wedding was supposed to start, but when it came down to the day, it wasn't raining... yet! I was freaking out, and Krysti knew I wanted it outside. I was so pleased with how well she did with preparing for both scenarios, and making sure I was happy. I was able to have my wedding ceremony outside, and it was perfect! I love the vibe the place puts off. Many of our guests told us it was the most fun wedding they have ever been too- everyone had enough room to dance, and we danced all night! I love the patio's, with the twinkly lights. I love the get ready rooms, and the views of the pastures surrounding. I guess you can say, I LOVE The River Road Chateau, and thank you Krysti, Larry, and everyone who helped make my day everything I ever wanted! I can't wait to visit again, and check all the new additions out!
Response from River Road Venue on 06/14/2017
I can't tell you what it means to me to read your wedding day was everything you wanted, a...
nd I am honored to have shared it with you all. It definitely was touch and go for a while with the storms, and I can't believe they broke just long enough for us to dry off the chairs in the wedding meadow for you to officially become Mr. & Mrs. Tucker before the bottom dropped out again. Parents, siblings, relatives...each and every one of you were wonderful and such a joy to spend time with. I'm tickled pink to have achieved honorary "family" status! Thank you for your kind words about our additions and improvements. Hearing your praise makes all the long days and tired bodies seem like a distant memory. I would LOVE to have you and Jim as our guests at Belle Manor. So much has already changed since you were there last...every day it gets a little more fabulous. Tell your folks to stop by and say "hi" the next time they're riding out Anna way - we'll have a glass of tea on the balcony!
Krysti
Terry F
5.0
5/23/2017
We scheduled this wedding just after the venue changed ownership and we were very pleased to find that we had lots of options regarding available dates – our desired date was available. During the planning process, Krysti did an outstanding job of working with us to answer our questions and to share ideas/suggestions that would work best at this venue. The beautiful meadow and chateau was perfect for our wedding plans. We found that there were very little decorations required since the venue was already very well appointed, specifically for wedding events. The new owners have also completed many upgrades inside and out that have improved this venue even further.
On the day of the wedding, we were faced with the worst possible weather forecast given that we planned to hold the ceremony outside in the meadow. For weeks, the forecast was calling for all day rain. On the actual day of the event, the rain held off until the planned start time of the wedding ceremony. We did have to ask our family to return to the Chateau for about 30 minutes and then we reset once the rain stopped. The River Road Chateau went over and above to accommodate this change and we were able to have the ceremony outside and it was perfect.
The reception was held within the Chateau and we found that this worked out great given the many accommodations – plenty of space inside and out, warming kitchen, tables, chair, linens, etc. Weddings and receptions can be difficult to plan, but this process was simplified due to the amenities of the venue and the helpfulness of the staff.
After the wedding and reception, the bridge and groom commented that it was a perfect wedding – that is all that matters.
Response from River Road Venue on 05/23/2017
It was such a pleasure working with your families. With the rain, wind, lightning and seve...
re thunderstorm warnings, it was definitively a challenging event! I love how we all came together to make sure the guests were safe and dry, and by the time the music started, no one even noticed the weather, only the joy of celebrating Amy and Jim's marriage. Despite what we had to overcome, I would do it all over again, just to hear them say it was a perfect wedding. You're right...in the end, that's all that matters.
Krysti Peabody
Property & Event Manager
Cierra A
5.0
5/13/2017
My husband and I got married on March 17 at River Road Chateau, and it was the most perfect day ever! From the whole process leading up to the wedding all the way through that day, Krysti was so accommodating, kind, supportive, and helpful in every way! She was always ready to share any ideas she had as well as help my ideas and dreams come to reality. Krysti made it a very personal experience, one that was focused on the excitement of the day, although she was always on top of things and very reliable concerning business as well. She was wonderful and so fun to work with! The venue itself was absolutely gorgeous. We had our ceremony outside and only needed minimal decorations as the beauty of the wedding meadow was enough. After the ceremony, we moved inside the chateau for our reception and guests seemed to love mingling around the indoor/outdoor feel of it. We have received (and are still receiving!) countless compliments about how beautiful and special it was and how helpful the staff was. RR was the perfect place for my husband and me to celebrate our most special day. It was truly a fairytale. Thank you to Krysti and the rest of the staff at RR for helping to make that day one that we will treasure forever!
Response from River Road Venue on 05/13/2017
Thank you so much for you kinds words, Cierra; it was absolutely my honor to share in the ...
experience of your special day. You, Matt and your families were wonderful and gracious, and it was a true pleasure to work with each and every one of you to create the wedding of your dreams. I'm thrilled your guests were so complimentary, and it gives me such joy to hear you describe your wedding as a fairy tale. I would love to have you back again as guests at Belle Manor. We can sip iced tea on the front porch, and you can share pictures from the honeymoon and tell me how amazing married life is!
Best wishes for a beautiful future -
Krysti
Andrea M
1.0
4/12/2017
My review was removed because it contained "hearsay". Here is my review again, edited to remove "hearsay".
I don't recommend this venue at all. Snobby people and extremely rude. The day of my wedding, everyone was very kind and friendly towards me (the bride), but all the event staff were very rude to my mom, my groom, and my guests. I heard Marilyn (our on site "manager" for the day) snap at my mom and someone helping is set up. Very unprofessional. At one point the old owners came by and disappeared with Marilyn for close to an hour while we were trying to frantically finish setting up. Unacceptable. Vendors were late and instead of the venue, who had all the contact info by the way, calling to check for us, I physically watched Marilyn make my mom call all of them. This is also unacceptable. I feel it is common sense that the mother of the bride has enough on her plate that day, and to make her do YOUR job is not only lazy but rude. What was the point of hiring you guys and having an onsite event manager if all she was gonna do was supervise and order us around as if she hired us? That is completely unacceptable. We were not rowdy, we are a well behaved bunch and we were there from 9am to 12am. We were not there outside of our rented time, and everything was cleaned up. I am so sad that such a gorgeous venue had the audacity to act so mean on my one special day. The venue is truly beautiful and is an awesome place to get married but your staff make it an ugly place. I am very very disappointed that we spent all this money to be treated that way. I will not be referring anyone to your venue for any event
Sandra P
1.0
1/02/2017
My little sister had her wedding at The River Road Chateau. It is a beautiful venue, but unfortunately many of the staff members were unfriendly and made us feel very uncomfortable and unwelcome . It a shame to pay to use a venue to be treated so poorly especially on such a special day
Amy H
5.0
9/17/2016
Our daughter and son-in-law had their beautiful wedding at the River Road Chateau in July. Though it was hot, the wedding was outside in the small meadow under the shade of the large oaks. Our 200 guests enjoyed the luscious setting.
The reception was held in the gorgeous chateau. The tables were beautifully adorned with the champagne table clothes and decorations that we rented from the venue. It was nice to have so many choices of decorations to use from the well-stocked storage area. The reception hall took my breath away when I walked in for the he first time after it was decorated!
The Hulceys did such a lovely job explaining everything about the property and walking us through each step we needed to take for our daughter's special wedding day. The experience was truly more beautiful than we could have ever dreamed! Thank you, dear Hulceys!
Response from River Road Venue on 03/21/2017
You are so very welcome! We are glad you enjoyed your experience at River Road Chateau, fr...
om start to finish!
Rachael S
5.0
8/27/2016
River Road Chateau is a beautiful little place in Anna. You can get married as well as have your reception there. We only had our reception there. The owners were very friendly and personable. This is their home business and they live in a house on the property. I appreciated feeling like I was working with people rather than a company front. I also liked that it was far enough away from a city that it felt like our party was the only thing going on, rather than being in the middle of a city and hearing traffic going by. You can rent tablecloths as well as other décor directly from Jessica (she and her husband, Wade, are the owners). I also appreciated that we had the venue for the whole day—from 8am until midnight. It got set up in the morning, we left for the wedding, and came back for the reception. We didn’t have to worry about sharing the venue with another group or being rushed to leave for the next event. If you’re a fan of “rustic elegance” I would recommend booking River Road Chateau.
Response from River Road Venue on 03/21/2017
It's important to us at River Road Chateau that our brides do not feel rushed; therefore, ...
we do hold only one event per day. We love the peace and quiet of the Anna countryside, and are so happy you enjoyed it as well!
5.0
7/02/2016
I was the wedding coordinator for my niece's wedding in June, 2016. It was absolutely wonderful! The staff was easy for me to work with and it made for a beautiful event that was entirely enjoyable - none of those stories to be told after the fact!
Mabi T
5.0
6/30/2016
The River Road Chateau is not only a venue, it is every bit of love from God. I don't know how to explain it really, but I do know it was the perfect place for our wedding. If you are looking for a romantic, indoor/outdoor wedding, in the country, then this is your place too!!
The Hulcy family and their staff know how to help make your wedding day a success and have everything you need to add the final touches if you need them. They will put you at ease and answer your questions along the journey and on the day of the wedding, help create the wedding you dreamed of and more.
Look over all of their vendors too, we used a few of them and were not disappointed either. My husband and I have received compliments about the services provided by the caterer and entertainment every day since the wedding.
My favorite part about the day of my wedding was when Jessica prayed with me before the ceremony...she helped put me at peace. We love them and will always recommend them to anyone looking for the affordable, beautiful, romantic setting they want on their wedding day.
5.0
6/28/2016
This is a beautiful and quiet venue for a wedding. The staff is wonderful and very helpful and went out of their way to meet our needs. I loved the serene country landscape of rolling hills, mature trees, and a quietly flowing brook through the property. A bridge crosses this brook to connect it to the Meadow, the outdoor location for ceremonies. The reception hall is tastefully appointed with rustic country flare that makes any occasion feel welcoming and inviting. This is a wonderful location for a wedding, and I hope we get to return soon for another event!
Amy W
4.0
6/05/2016
We recently went to a wedding at this venue. It was supposed to be outdoors but the day of the wedding it rained all day into the night. I was wondering how they would pull it off. When we arrived, we were seated in this beautiful building and that was set up for the reception. The whole cerimony was done in the building along with the reception. It was elegant and atmospheric! We enjoyed the indoor space as well as the lovely patios and grounds. This location is an ideal place regardless of weather! So much fun!
Patrick A
5.0
5/09/2016
We had a February wedding at River Road Chateau and it turned out so beautiful!! The trees didn't have leaves, but there was some greenery and the grass was green... The pictures turned out amazing, it was like a fairytale wedding. The reception was also perfect. The chateau was beautiful and easy to decorate. Wade and Jessica were so nice, super helpful, and on top of everything. We are so appreciative of everything they did for us. My husband and I don't have a single negative note about this venue. One of the best and easiest decisions we made in the wedding planning process. Thank y'all so much for opening this perfect place, it was truly a blessing for us.
Emily V
5.0
5/04/2016
I just had my April wedding at this wonderful Venue. My theme was rustic and it fit perfectly. The venue is so beautiful it needed little decoration. The owner Mrs. Jessica is one of the sweetest people you will every meet in your life. She makes you feel like you've known her forever. The outside meadow ceremony area is beautiful and has so many green big tree to make a wonderful background. Loved this venue! Highly recommend!
MacKenzie B
5.0
5/02/2016
We couldn't have picked a better venue. Jessica was so very helpful. She called and emailed periodically to keep things moving along the way they should. There was always someone available when I called and texted a thousand times with questions!
We had planned to have an outdoor wedding at the end of December. To our disappointment, it was rainy and cold the day of the wedding, so it had to be be moved indoors. Jessica called first thing that morning to let us know of the news. By the time we got there that afternoon, all of the chairs and tables were moved from the meadow and set up in the Chateau! They were ready for us to come right in and help create our beautiful winter wonderland that we had envisioned! The day of the wedding was stress free and magical. The staff was wonderful, the grounds were gorgeous, and we were very well taken care of throughout the process and on our special day. I HIGHLY recommend.
Dana M
5.0
4/26/2016
Wade and Jessica are an amazing couple and made my day super special. Beautiful venue out in Anna! We did an outdoor ceremony with an indoor reception and it was perfect.
Shelby T
5.0
3/21/2016
The meadow is picture perfect for a March wedding! We knew right away this was where we wanted to have our wedding. The venue has so much charm and is beautifully decorated. This was helpful because we did not have to do much decorating the day of. We had plenty of space for outdoor games which added a fun element to our wedding.
Noemi R
5.0
12/11/2015
From the moment we arrived to the venue, we both knew it was going to be the place where we said our " I do's". Unfortunately for us, the weather did not cooperate and were unable to have the outdoor ceremony that we had envisioned; None the less the Hulcey's alongside their staff and our wedding coordinator Jose and Norma from Shaye's Decorations gave us a wedding far beyond our expectations. Our guests were so memorized with the beauty of the venue despite the wet grounds. If we had the opportunity to redo our wedding again we would undoubtedly choose River Road again! Thank you Jessica and Wade for the love that you displayed to my husband and I.
5.0
11/23/2015
Our son's wedding was at River Road Chateau in June. The setting was fabulous and absolutely beautiful, which made for wonderful wedding photographs. Wade and Jessica Hulcy were wonderful, helpful hosts. Their recommendation for a caterer was great. We highly recommend their venue.
Masen M
5.0
10/07/2015
INCREDIBLE in every sense of the word! Wade and Jessica are amazing and made the entire experience so personal! From day one's personalized tour all the way to the night of our wedding and the search for lost car keys - the Hulcys are so thoughtful and have hearts of gold! AND THE VENUE!!! You know when your photographer comments that it is the most beautiful venue that she's ever shot, you are doing something right! The grounds, meadow and Chateau are picturesque! Thank you Jessica and Wade for making our day beautiful and for your incredible service!
5.0
10/06/2015
The was my first time to cater at this venue, and I had a very positive experience. The reception area is spacious, the loading are is easily accessible, and the staff were very helpful with all the little things that inevitably come up. The owners are committed to both the magical romantic side of a wedding and the behind the scenes practical side. They are proficient at both! I really enjoyed them and their venue.
5.0
10/05/2015
Saturday, Oct. 3, 2015 was an absolutely perfect wedding day at River Road Chateau! Both the reception building and the wedding meadow were stunning backdrops for beautiful wedding memories to be made! Even our caterer and floral designer commented on the beauty of this venue. The hosts were so gracious to move nails for wreaths and assist caterer/hired cleaners in having the cleanup go as quickly as possible after the last dance ended. Even Jessica the owner drove our many non-walking guests to and from the wedding meadow area. The owners assisted us in so many ways during the entire process leading up to the wedding. As parents of the bride, we highly recommend EVERYTHING River Road Chateau has to offer as a gorgeous wedding venue.
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