A Unique and Accommodating Setting for Weddings!
300+ guests
Matt & Adam Woolley
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AWARD WINNER (12X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Star Hill Ranch is a historic wedding venue in Austin, TX. This truly unique ranch carefully recreates a 1900s Texas Hill Country community. Its charming buildings have been relocated from around the state and beautifully restored. This venue has been built to honor Texan Heritage, creating a remarkable backdrop for our wedding celebration. All couples are welcome to celebrate their wedding at Star Hill Ranch - the only requirement is love.
The buildings at Star Hill Ranch exude simplicity and elegance. They offer a selection of spaces for your ceremony and reception, welcoming up to 500 guests. Additional landscaped areas around the venue create extra space for 2,000 people. Star Hill offers two historic chapels and three indoor spaces for your ceremony. Outdoor vows are welcome beneath the rustic arbor and pavilion. The ranch provides a selection of beautiful spaces to host your wedding reception. The Reception Hall seats up to 200 guests, while The Fitzhugh Building can accommodate 300 for dinner. Couples are invited to use the outdoor Main Street area to host large festivities of 500+ people. Main Street is surrounded by warm lighting and Star Hill’s breathtaking buildings. Getting ready quarters are available for the nearly-weds and their wedding parties, ensuring plenty of space and time to prepare for the celebration.
Star Hill Ranch offers partial and full-day rentals. The venue prides itself on being the perfect backdrop for good food, music, and fun. The team at Star Hill will be delighted to provide you with all the equipment and decor necessary to create your dream event. Their furnishings include tables, chairs, event decorations, and more. The events coordinators have curated a list of preferred vendors, covering all areas, from florists and photographers to DJs, photo booths, and even mechanical bull rentals. The team will help you contact the ideal suppliers that will make your wedding day truly unforgettable.
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Covered Outdoors Space
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Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
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Civil Union
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300+
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Meet the team
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- Matt & Adam WoolleyOwnerAdam & Matt Woolley are brothers, native Austinites and fifth generation Texans. Adam is an Architectural Engineering and after about 10 years working in Corporate America , he created Star Hill Ranch. Matt spent over 20 years in Corporate America in Operations, Sales and Marketing, before joining Adam at Star Hill in 2014. They both love history and it shows!
- Adam WoolleyFounder/OwnerAdam grew up in Austin. After graduating from The University of Texas, Adam moved to Houston to work for Exxon as an Engineer. Unhappy with living in Houston and working in the corporate world, Adam moved back to Austin and founded The Relic Source and Star Hill Ranch. The Relic Source is a movie prop, vintage rental and set decoration business. Adam leveraged his Engineering background and the skills learned being raised by an Entrepreneur to develop the 30+ acre site. Over the course of 20 years, Adam has led the restoration of 9 of the 22 buildings on the property, for the purpose of hosting weddings, corporate events, festivals, concerts and parties of all kinds. With his connections to the film industry through the prop company, Star Hill has also been the filming location for a number of movies, tv shows and countless commercials and music videos. Adam has 2 beautiful daughters and lives in the Austin area.
- Matt WoolleyDirector of Everything HappyMatt was born and raised in Austin. After a comical journey through 4 colleges, Matt completed the famous 7 year plan, graduating from St. Edward's University. Matt lived many of the components of the entire adult-life experience while chasing his degree - met a beautiful lady, had a kid and started a successful professional career. Matt spent over 10 years in the high tech industry, gaining valuable experience in operations, procurement and logistics. After getting weary of the highs and lows of the tech world, Matt moved into the retail and financial services industries for the next 10 years, working for a number of fortune 100 companies and gaining a new skillset in sales and marketing. Finally fed up with the corporate game (took Matt a little longer than his brother to figure out that his entrepreneurial father had the right idea), Matt joined Adam in Austin to help take Star Hill Ranch to a new level. Since 2014, Matt has worked with Adam to grow Star Hill's presence, focusing on building relationships with couples and providing an end to end experience. Developing new approaches and programs, Matt has helped Star Hill become one of the premiere event venues in America, and he is excited about some of the new endeavors recently rolled out, including micro/elopement weddings.
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5.0
out of 5.0150 reviews
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Star Hill Ranch is highly praised by reviewers for its unique and beautiful outdoor venue, responsive and professional owner, and the assistance provided by the day-of coordinator. Reviewers value the customizable options, affordable prices, and inclusive packages offered by the venue, making the planning process easy and stress-free. The venue's rustic, cozy, and picturesque setting, complete with various historic building options, provides ample opportunities for stunning and memorable wedding celebrations, leaving guests impressed and delighted with their experience. Staff members, particularly Matt and Renee, are commended for their caring and attentive approach, making couples feel like part of the Star Hill Ranch family.Review photos
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Mia M
5.0
11/27/2024
We had a beautiful wedding at Star Hill. It's a venue that is so different and truly has so much to offer because of the care that the owner Matt puts into his property. They had so many great spaces to use and we were able to make our wedding so individual to us. It was a pleasure to have our day there.
Highly suggest getting Renee as Day of Coordinator. She went above and beyond and made sure we were taken care of from the beginning to the end. Everything was great.
Gicele F
5.0
12/30/2022
Star Hill Ranch is nothing short of an awesome venue. Matt was so helpful in any aspect you can think of. He recommended great, affordable vendors, assisted us through the whole process, and was just always so kind and thoughtful. He recommended Rene as our day of coordinator. Rene's experience with Star Hill made everything so simple and easy, and my bride and I were able to just sit back and enjoy the day. Star Hill made us feel like family.
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Mike F
5.0
12/29/2022
Star Hill Ranch is a beautiful place for your special day! Their team makes the entire process easy and painless without having to manage and coordinate multiple venders on your own, and the venue is an exciting and unique place that will stick with your family and friends for years to come. Cheers and good luck!
Nancy Z
5.0
12/17/2022
We hosted my daughter's wedding at Star Hill Ranch on 12/9/22. The wedding was absolutely wonderful! The venue was picture perfect and all of the set up was exactly as we had planned, plus some. We could not have asked for better weather - it was a gorgeous evening with a full moon that all of our guests could enjoy because we were able to have everything outside. After the sun set and all of the surrounding lighting came on it was magical. In fact, I have had many guests tell me it was the best wedding they have ever attended. ( And they have been to quite a few!)
Matt & Renee were so easy to work with and very flexible. At our very first meeting they provided a planning spreadsheet that became invaluable to me as I navigated the next 12 months planning for this special event! I could not have pulled it off without their assistance. Very happy customer here!
Kristian S
5.0
10/18/2022
Matt & Todd are THE best. They're super easygoing which was so important to this couple who are bad at deadlines, details, and decisions. Matt was really instrumental in our ceremony/reception design and helped us make a cohesive, fun atmosphere. They tell you you're becoming part of the family and they mean it. Matt came and gave me a congratulatory hug about 30 min before I walked down the aisle. Todd was at the bridal party's beck and call when we arrived. Couldn't be happier.
Kavita V
5.0
9/10/2022
We got married in the spring of 2022 and had a wonderful experience with Matt and Star Hill Ranch. What we liked:
1) Very unique and beautiful outdoor venue. Everybody felt like they were getting the "Texas" experience.
2) Matt is very responsive and professional. We were communicating with him for over a year and had no problems (especially helpful since we were living on the other side of the country).
3) BYOB alcohol was a game changer to help us save money.
4) The day of wedding planner (Renee) is Matt's daughter - she was great on the day of and also helped us do a lot of DIY for cheap or free (she was great value for how much we spent (around ~$1200)).
We spent about $8500 for 100 guests which included the venue (wedding reception and afterparty), traffic permits, rentals, and the bartenders which we got through Matt. Great value and high quality.
We were a bit skeptical initially (we had our minds set on another place) but when we visited and saw the place in person and Matt, we immediately decided this was the place for us. Definitely visit!
Sarah G
5.0
6/08/2022
We got married at Star Hill Ranch in Sept. and it was the most amazing experience! I cannot write enough wonderful things about this location. Matt and Renee were awesome to work with, made everything so easy and were there for every step and question along the way. They are fantastic people! The venue itself…just wow! Within the first minute of stepping up to the venue I knew this was our place. How often do you get a whole “town” to yourself for your special day. This laid-back remarkable venue is super customizable, such as where to hold your ceremony, your reception, etc. which I loved. Many buildings and areas to make your own for your vision of the perfect day. Highly recommend!!
James R
5.0
5/30/2022
EXCELLENT experience! They made us feel like family. They're a flexible group to work with and the venue looks awesome. Our guests had so much fun and loved the old western style of the venue. Thank you for the beautiful memories, Star Hill! Couldn't have imagined a better wedding party.
Aspen R
5.0
1/06/2022
We absolutely loved getting married at Star Hill Ranch!! Working with Matt, Renee and team was easy and painless, their options for inclusions made our planning process much easier an saved us some money in the end as well. The venue itself is so unique and has such a great story. Most of our guests were traveling to be with us and could not get enough of how cool the space was! Additionally, they have an amazing list of vendors that they know and trust which made booking things like catering etc much easier. We had a 10 month engagement and i could have done it all in 4 months with how easy everything was with them (if there was space available that is) dont wait, book now!!
Gavin V
5.0
1/03/2022
Matt & Renee and the rest of the Star Hill Ranch crew are caring and hard working people. Star Hill Ranch is the most interesting and unique venue in the area. I would do it all over again. Thank you star hill!
Jamy H
5.0
12/16/2021
Star Hill Ranch was a dream come true. From the first time we stepped on property, we felt cared for and in good hands. Ownership for this venue is top notch, and they will go above and beyond each time to take care of any needs that you have. Matt, Renee, and the whole staff were incredible to us, we truly felt like part of the family. Despite not being country people ourselves, the venue itself is gorgeous, giving you a touch of rustic with a very cozy feeling while outdoors. Since all the buildings are real, there are numerous configurations you can have depending on number of guests and expected weather conditions. There are numerous photo opportunities scattered throughout the property as you'll get the opportunity to be king/queen for the day. Our guests queued up months worth of Instagram content between all the incredible backdrops of the chapel, saloon, truck, barn, and more. Lastly, pricing for this venue was an absolute steal, I dare anyone to get better value for a wedding venue in the Austin area.
My husband and I were over the moon for Star Hill after our initial meeting with Matt, and it delivered in spades on the big day. The smoothest operation of this scale I've ever seen, Renee was an incredible coordinator and she handled everything so professionally and with haste. We are so thankful for Star Hill Ranch, and would recommend any engaged couple give it a look. You won't be disappointed!
Julia P
5.0
12/03/2021
Choosing Star Hill Ranch was easily the best choice we made when planning our wedding and we could not be any happier! Matt was incredible to work with and made us feel important and cared for from start to finish. We also hired Renee to coordinate our day-of, and she was amazing! The venue is so beautiful, has a lot of charming character, and has so many options for ceremony/reception/cocktail hour sites. We love the histories behind every building and the love & care that Matt & Adam put into making Star Hill Ranch such an incredible space! Would recommend SHR 1000 times over!
Amanda C
5.0
12/02/2021
The Star Hill Ranch is by far the best venue out there. It seriously met every expectation that I had. Matt and Renee made our special day move forward seemlessly. The memories we made that day will stay with me for a lifetime. Thank You all at Star Hill Ranch for our perfect day.
Johnny C
5.0
12/01/2021
Awesome venue, amazing staff, absolutely perfect wedding.
Summer P
5.0
12/01/2021
Great staff, great location, super helpful, knowledgeable, and accomodating. They make a stressful experience much more comfortable!
sierra
5.0
12/01/2021
Everything about our wedding date was perfect. Matt and Renee took excellent care of us. The venue is beautiful and the sunsets are incredibly gorgeous. Overall I definitely recommend this venue.
Angie G
5.0
2/12/2021
Star Hill Ranch is an amazing venue. They made it SO easy with their preferred vendors. The location itself offers room for so much to do (games, longhorns for pics, Llamas, old Western gun fight, inside/outside options for ceremony as well as eating and dancing.)
I've been to several weddings and corporate events at Star Hill and it's been memorable every time.
Renee handled all the big and small details which gave us the time to focus on getting "hitched".
My husband and I wanted something unique as we had guests coming from all over the US and Canada. What was important to us was our guests have an experience they'd not had before and Star Hill Ranch is definitely the location.
Heather E
5.0
10/13/2020
I was a guest at a reception at Star Hill Ranch. This was the best wedding I have ever attended in all my 50 years on this planet! It was beautiful. A fairytale setting. Matt was amazing, everyone had a wonderful night. I can not stop raving about Star Hill Ranch! I wish I could post wedding pictures here, they are gorgeous!
Nalina S
5.0
10/09/2020
Matt and Renee made us feel like family! Star Hill Ranch gave our out of town guests an experience they will always cherish!
Our wedding felt like a movie thanks to the unique venue that is Star Hill Ranch. We had our own Western town for the day! Each building is air conditioned and serves its purpose. Brides have a little home to get ready in with a kitchen, bathroom and beautiful rooms for pictures when you get dressed. Our wedding started in the chapel where we served White Claws and watched our 160 pound Newfoundland dog walk down the aisle as our ring bearer. We had a personalized play list the DJ played for the ceremony that felt more like a party! For the cocktail hour we had beer donkeys serving our guests and regular bartenders as well. Guests could go inside an old saloon or hang outside by tables. Then the party moved to another main building for a dinner and speeches. After dinner the wedding party and guests moved to the dancing building where the DJ was set up. It’s the coolest experience being able to own your own town for the day/night with all of your closest family and friends! It’s a dream. I wish the night didn’t end, but we capped it off with late night breakfast tacos and a shuttle that dropped our guests off from the hotel down the street also picked them all up making it really convenient for people who were intoxicated and from other states. What really made the venue special was Matt and Renee. They paid attention to every detail and the day of the wedding Renee held down the fort and kept everything on schedule. She was great handling some rowdy guests as well. I would recommend Star Hill Ranch to my closest friends and hope our kids get married there one day! :) We will be back for anniversary pictures after COVID! Christina Carroll was our photographer and Kriha Films shot our video
Lauren G
5.0
10/09/2020
Can we give Star Hill Ranch 10 stars?
If you’re considering Star Hill Ranch for your wedding or event, we strongly encourage you to take a tour. Our wedding day at Star Hill Ranch was simply magical. Not only did we feel that our day was better than we could have ever imagined, we have been told by many of our guests that it was hands down the best wedding they have EVER attended in their lives.
There is NOTHING we can think of that Star Hill Ranch did not do PERFECTLY. We knew we had found our venue within moments of stepping onto the property. Wow!!! With a whole picturesque town set on a spectacularly gorgeous property and multiple historical buildings, we had amazing options to choose from for every element of our day.
Our experience with owner Matt Woolley can only be described as the epitome of a customer service experience. He was warm, genuine, a fabulous listener, and was amazingly helpful, thorough, and responsive throughout the planning process. He gave us perfect advice and support, had an incredible array of available props and furniture, and offered everything at a very fair price. He even provided a comprehensive list of trusted area wedding vendors that saved us so much time and effort. By the time our wedding arrived, it felt as though Matt was not only a venue owner but a member of the family.
Matt was present on our wedding day from start to finish and made sure all was running smoothly; it was clear that he not only wanted our experience to be perfect, he was truly enjoying the day. Renee Woolley (our Star Hill wedding day coordinator) was professional, organized, responsive, did a wonderful job with our rehearsal, and provided calm and exceptional guidance along with Matt when we had to make some last minute changes due to chillier than normal weather.
We are eternally grateful to our wedding planner Jessica Ryan of 3 of Cups Events for strongly encouraging us to visit Star Hill Ranch. Best. Decision. Ever.
Katy G
5.0
10/08/2020
Matt and co made our wedding so special and so personal. We felt like we became a part of their family. Not everyone in Texas wants a couple of ladies to say their I do’s. But not Starhill. They will create a memory you will remember forever. Also Renee is the absolute best day wedding planner of all time. We recommend them to everyone. Thank you Matt!
Sarah F
5.0
10/01/2020
Wow! I cannot believe how great our wedding at Star Hill Ranch ended up being, even in the midst of a pandemic. I can't speak highly enough about Matt, Adam, and Renee. My husband and I feel lucky to be able to call these people our friends. Matt and Adam are brothers and the owners of Star Hill Ranch. Matt does most of the correspondence. He's sometimes slow answering emails (which I don't blame-- it's been a crazy year) but he would always answer a text, and probably his phone but I never personally called him. He's very thorough with the answers of the many questions I had about the spaces, the different items we could rent from SHR, questions about vendors, etc.. We met Adam when we were out at SHR, usually mowing the lawn or doing some of the always ongoing projects to upkeep and improve the facility. Renee is Matt's daughter and the optional on-site day of coordinator. We met with her a few months before the wedding to go through a thorough questionnaire about every detail of our wedding day. I was able to text her with questions I thought she would be equipped to answer with concerns like day of decor and details. She was also easy to get a hold of and answered my questions well. If anyone is doubting whether or not to hire Renee, just do it! I can't imagine how stressful the whole wedding day would have been without her. She was not only on top of every planned event during the ceremony and reception , but she also laid out our table decor and entrance table items. Another wonderful resource Matt provided us was a recommended vendor list. While we could have hired any vendor, we picked someone off Matt's extensive list for almost every vendor we used. These vendors were familiar with the venue, and were all fantastic. The only vendor that I hired that was not on his list was Coco's Cafe to provide bubble tea for us and our guests (but maybe he'll put them on there now ;) ). He did however help us hire the server for the bubble tea, and Renee made sure we had a table to serve it on and decorated it nicely. As Matt and Renee can both attest to, Andrew and I were a very easy going bride and groom. But it would have been much different if I wasn't confident in their judgment when it came to decoration (which they were kind enough to provide for us) and the layout of the reception/cocktail hour tables and ceremony chairs. We were also able to rent lawn games like corn hole and giant jenga, along with a large wooden dance floor, all of which we and our guests really enjoyed. So many of our guests asked us how we found Star Hill Ranch, and I was lucky enough to stumble upon it early when researching venues. Everyone commented on how unique and beautiful of a venue it is. There is so much beauty and thought put into the entire venue, both inside all of the historical buildings and outside on the main street. We truly appreciate everything that Matt and Renee (and Adam behind the scenes!) did for us leading up to and on our wedding day. And our relationship didn't end when our wedding did! As Matt will tell you, anyone who gets married at SHR will be a family member forever. I truly cannot speak highly enough about this venue and will forever remember our wedding day as perfect thanks to Matt and Renee.
Candice F
5.0
9/30/2020
We were looking for a unique wedding venue within a semi-tight budget. We were recommended Star Hill Ranch by a friend that had attended a wedding there. We were blown away by the beautiful buildings, breathtaking hill country views, and overall rustic look of the venue. Matt and his staff treated us like family from day one and have so much experience with the wedding planning industry. Our family and friends are still raving about how fun and unique our wedding was. It was a day that will never be forgotten and we owe a large amount of gratitude to the team at Star Hill Ranch.
Casey d
5.0
9/30/2020
My husband and I got married at Star Hill Ranch in December of 2019. We originally found the place in January 2019 and from the moment we stepped out of our car and saw the venue we knew it was THE place we were going to get married at. It radiates magic in an almost palpable way.
Even though we were sold the moment we stepped onto the premises, things only got better from there. We met Matt (co-owner) and he treated us like family from the get-go. He gave us a tour during which he was kind, patient and informative.
The venue itself is stunning. The hill country back drop gives a peaceful and natural beauty rarely found elsewhere. The buildings are rustic and being charm to the already stunning setting.
Over the next 11 months, as in typical wedding planning, many things went wrong that were of no fault of the venue. As an example - our wedding invites were all lost in the mail. Not one single guest got an invite. I mention it because Matt was my go-to during those times and was always supportive and positive. He took the time to help me with things that he was not obligated to help with.
The day of our wedding Matt and his daughter (who was our day of coordinator and of invaluable assistance) were there for us every step of the way. They were incredibly helpful in making our day perfect and I know the day would not have been as flawless without them.
Even beyond the venue itself, the support we received leading up to and day of our wedding, they have reached out after our wedding. When you have a wedding at Star Hill Ranch you are not just getting married. You are joining a family. I genuinely feel our family grew after our experience with these amazing people. I could not recommend this place more. For any function. Because of the scenery, the people, the setting. It is perfect. Star Hill Ranch is perfection.
Brandee G
5.0
9/30/2020
From the very first conversation with Matt Woolley(co-owner of Star Hill Ranch) I knew that We had to have our daughter and fiancé Joey go and check out the venue! One thing Matt mentioned in one our initial conversations was even if you choose not use us as your venue if you have any questions concerning their wedding or need planning advice or just need questions answered don’t hesitate to reach out. Who does that? I worked with Matt for over a year on planning this wedding. He was helpful in every step of the way to make sure questions were answered and helped form the vision we had for the special day. Renee Woolley (is Matt’ daughter) was our wedding planner. She knows her stuff and is on the ball and will guide you through the steps and makes things flawless and even if things arise that poses as a problem they handle it flawlessly and no one ever knows. The property is absolutely beautiful with many options available to have the ceremony. It’s a magical and beautiful venue and I can’t express enough how wonderful the experience was and I would highly recommend Star Hill Ranch! We even navigated through COVID and vendors cancelled amongst other challenges but Renee and Matt helped make it perfect! Thank you so much Matt and Renee and everyone else (staff)that helped out at the venue. Thank you also Emma( Matt’s daughter)you were precious!
Megan H
4.0
9/29/2020
First of all - Star Hill Ranch is absolutely stunning, unique, and accommodating for whatever type of event you want to throw. Our day was absolutely perfect and we got so many compliments about how unique the ceremony and reception were! But... there were a few things I wish I knew beforehand.
1) Everything you want is a la carte - all rentals, staff, setup fees, etc. So be prepared for several thousand more dollars added to the cost if you want to go through them. If you are not super detail oriented or like to plan, I highly recommend hiring a wedding planner because there are many things that can get lost and Star Hill Ranch won’t do the work for you to remember every detail you want. I would recommend any bride to set a budget that includes rentals, staff, etc. prior to signing a contract with Star Hill Ranch just so you’re prepared for what’s to come.
2) Matt is wonderful and has a lot to offer for your wedding, but again, they don’t plan your wedding for you so what you don’t ask for, they won’t offer. He has a great selection of rentals so try to go in with an idea of what you want. More than likely they have something of the sort.
3) You 10000% need a day of coordinator to navigate all of your vendors. We hired Renee through the venue, and while she knew the venue in and out and was incredibly helpful with set up, she was sometimes hard to get in contact with (didn’t show up to meetings or respond to emails) because this is her side gig. In addition, a lot of our guests complained about her not being super professional. She was fine to me, but just wanted to give other brides a heads up in case you were weighing your options.
All in all, our wedding was perfect! It just required a lot of leg work on my end, so if that’s not your jam I would look for a venue that does it all for you.
Caroline d
5.0
9/01/2020
Officially booked Star Hill Ranch for my wedding next May.
First off - this venue is so unique and so beautiful and just has a charm and warmth I didn't feel anywhere else. It feels like you've been transported back in time to the most charming little town that's all yours on your special day.
Secondly, I cannot say enough good things about Matt! He has been so helpful and so accommodating. He definitely feels like a friend who is just as excited about your wedding as you are.
To say I am excited to get married here is an understatement!
Elizabeth H
5.0
7/07/2020
Star Hill Ranch – Unique Venue – Exceptional Service
Star Hill Ranch is a fabulous recreation of an old time Texas town. We loved the unique setting – the Schoolhouse, the Saloon, the sweet Chapel and the fact that we could have a reception – dinner and dancing – right on the main street of town! Communication with Matt was seamless and his years of expertise suggesting quality vendors was a huge win!
Enter COVID 19…..the staff at Star Hill helped us every step of the way to adapt to changing regulations. They were knowledgeable and flexible helping my son and daughter-in-law through a challenging lead up to their wedding day – even to the point of rescuing us when our hotel after party was canceled the day of.
I can’t say enough about the beauty of the setting and the wonderful photographic landscape of Star Hill Ranch. The only thing more impressive is the quality and caring of the staff. They made our day memorable in the best possible way!
Deanna L
5.0
2/20/2020
Many of the reviews I read on Star Hill Ranch all had a similar theme. These guys treat you like family. . . and that's the experience we received as well. This is their business but they never make you feel like you are just another event. Your special day is also special to them and it's genuine. I'm so very thankful that we chose this incredibly unique and spectacular venue and got a fantastic team to work with as well.
Shannon S
5.0
1/30/2020
We couldn’t have found a more perfect venue for the most perfect day if we tried and tried. Star Hill Ranch is as beautiful and unique as they come. The atmosphere and the staff are top notch. Thank you so much for everything you did to ensure our wedding day was everything we had hoped for!
Vendor response 01/30/2020
Shannon,
It was so fun working with you and Mike. We, along with Renee, put together a bea...
utiful wedding day, and you, your family, and your friends brought Star Hill to life! Thank you for sending the gallery... I am getting ready to re-live your amazing day with us!
Kenya S
5.0
1/29/2020
My daughter got married at Star Hill Ranch this month and the overall experience was wonderful. I would recommend the venue to anyone and everyone. When my daughter asked me to plan her small wedding (about 50 people), I immediately thought of this venue. I had been there before. It was exactly what we needed and allowed me the flexibility to do much of the work myself without sticking to a list of certain vendors. Tables, chairs and the wedding arch were provided, and we were able to decorate the way we wanted (without putting nails in the walls). We used several buildings the day of the wedding. Our guests raved about the charm of Main Street and talked about how it gave such a nostalgic feeling to the event. But, we were still able to live stream the ceremony for the people who could not attend. My thanks to the owners Matt and Adam for maintaining such an amazing gem.
Vendor response 01/30/2020
Kenya,
You are truly a dear friend to me and Adam, and we cannot thank you enough for trus...
ting us to provide the backdrop for a beautiful wedding day for your sweet daughter!
Nicole S
5.0
1/27/2020
Matt, Adam, and Renee have been amazing! They started off by working with out budget and helping us get over our fears after another venue tried to pull one over on us. Ever since, they have been helping us every step of the way through planning and have become like family to us. We even invited them to attend our wedding as guests! We can't wait to get married here in almost a month.
Vendor response 01/30/2020
Nici,
As you know, we sincerely feel that everyone that shares experiences with us at Star...
Hill become part of our family. It is so gratifying when folks actively engage in what we are representing... you and Eddie have truly become family over the last months. I really don't think we could have made it through some crazy times without your amazing support and willingness to help with just about anything. It has been awesome getting to know both of you, and I am VERY hopeful that the friendship we've built does not end in March when you have your big day at Star Hill! Thank you for being so incredibly supportive from every part of my heart!
Cyndi F
5.0
12/13/2019
A + venue. The entire staff is over the top friendly and helpful. I feel like they went out of their way at every turn to make sure our wedding was exactly what we wanted.
Katherine W
5.0
11/04/2019
Matt was flexible with our budget as well as with helping outline some catering options and other details that made our occasion that much more bearable to manage. He really stayed on top of things and helped us to fully realize our humble but beautiful ceremony last June.
The location itself is suffused in classical atmosphere. The overall feel is that of pure Americana, but without looking too staged or sentimental . Getting to have our little scrum of loved ones from all over the country/world gathered in such a handsome place was the only wedding gift we wanted or needed.
Vendor response 01/30/2020
Katherine,
Thank you for the thoughtful review! You and Greg are such a great couple and ...
I really enjoyed getting to know your family and friends! We are grateful to have you in the Star Hill family and hope you'll come visit from time to time!
Katie G
5.0
10/03/2019
Y'all Star Hill Ranch is the MOST amazing venue!! It's a whole amazing town! We got married here in September 2019 and couldn't say enough wonderful things about it! From the very beginning the owner, Matt Woolley made the entire process fun and easy! Plus, having an entire town as your wedding venue was the coolest thing ever! Thank you so much Matt for everything!
Vendor response 01/30/2020
Katie,
I think we accidentally built Star Hill for you, John and your families... I feel l...
ike we all realized within the first 30 minutes of our first meeting that Star Hill was meant to host your wedding. I really enjoyed working with all of you... and those cookies... Renee and I talk about the amazing cookies all the time. Would love to have access to your photograph's gallery! Take care and stay in touch!
Jared K
5.0
9/30/2019
If you're looking for a venue who's personable, conscientious about your budget for your vision and is with you every step of the way to meet your needs and your goals, look no further.
Kelsey and I had a long list of venues to look at unsure of what we were looking for, and this venue was at the top of our list. When we took a tour of the property we came to a decision quick and realized that this was where we wanted our special day to take place.
They can accommodate all sizes as their property is pretty large. We were worried about cost only due to how large of a space they had. They put our worries at ease and assuring us that we didn't have to use the entire venue and could use specific buildings as needed which cut costs and made a lot of room for our budget. They also have so many things to offer such as lawn games, outside furniture, fire pits, extra bars I could go on and the list just does not end.
Matt the property owner likes to take his time to get to know the couples that go to his venue and is very personable, even asks questions regarding what your detailed vision is and will do everything in his power to make it work.
Renee the day of coordinator is also one of the best and well organized coordinators we have ever met. Communication between all parties never ceased and she was on top of EVERYTHING when our day was set in motion. From getting with our photographer and our caterer to helping set up the reception hall as we envisioned it, she did not skip a beat. Matt was also there to ensure everything went smoothly as it possibly could, they know that on the day of your wedding that you shouldn't have to worry one bit about anything going wrong, and I stand by what I say. They are AMAZING!
I would definitely recommend this venue to all future bride and grooms and would love you to be a part of this family. Yes, I said family, because that's how they treat you throughout the entire experience! Check them out and I'm sure once you meet them, you will feel how we did: worry free, confident and most importantly, loved.
Ashley C
5.0
9/28/2019
We had our wedding here and it was amazing! Rustic and Historic town all to yourself. We couldn't have found a better place to have our wedding! The people that own it are a plus, they will work with whatever the budget and they are very down to earth men.
Kerri K
5.0
9/25/2019
We had our wedding at Star Hill Ranch in June this year and it was absolutely perfect! We had been searching for the right venue and felt we were coming up short and didn't want to settle for a traditional hall. A coworker of mine suggested Star Hill on a Friday afternoon and we booked a tour for Sunday and cancelled our other tours that day. We were blown away when we stepped on the property! Matt was so kind and knowledgeable about the property - you can tell they take a lot of pride in what they've built.
Planning the wedding was super easy. The team laid out all the details for us so we'd have no questions - we were able to visit as many times as we wanted to plan and measure things. There are a TON of ceremony and reception layouts you can choose from. We opted to put a spin on tradition and instead of face the chapel, we faced this gorgeous oak tree on the other side of the street while the bridal party congregated and exited OUT of the chapel. Don't forget to ring the bell after you say I DO! Our reception was in the old school house. The bridesmaids and I got ready in one of the homes on site and it was plenty room for 8 bridesmaids, myself, 3 moms and our wedding planner. The groomsmen and the groom got ready in the saloon which we used as a bar after the ceremony.
I cannot say enough about how GORGEOUS and easy this venue was! We had family from all over texas and new England come down and everyone is still raving about the venue. It's truly quite unique! We love it and hope to be back for an anniversary visit :)
Julie D
5.0
8/16/2019
Our wedding week was the best experience of our lives. And Matt at Star Hill Ranch helped us feel prepared and comfortable throughout the whole process leading up to that week so we could truly enjoy the experience.
First of all, the venue itself is amazing. A whole town to yourself! It is beautiful. Seriously beautiful. And so many options to personalize your wedding.
Secondly, Matt made us feel like family. He is so helpful and understands that wedding planning can be difficult. He responded quickly whenever we needed him and gave us advice or contacts to help us out. He is flexible and supportive. A great person to help you through this process.
The day of the wedding, Matt and Renee were both so helpful. Everything went smooth. Hiring Renee for our day-of coordinador was one of the best decisions we made. She executed our vision so thoughtfully and professionally, popping into the bridal house a few times to give updates, ask quick questions, and then leaving to handle the remaining set up. It made the process of getting ready stress-free, so we felt like we could really enjoy time with our friends and family. We also hired SHR to do our set up and break down, and they did SUCH an amazing job. It saves your family and friends from doing a bunch of labor on a day that should be about celebration.
Thank you Matt, Renee, and Star Hill Ranch!
Morgan W
5.0
8/03/2019
Star Hill Ranch was the perfect place to get married. All of the buildings are gorgeous and each has a special story. It's also super cool to see the venue you got married at on TV and in movies! Matt and Renee are so great to work with. When we first toured the venue, we had only gotten through the first building, and my husband (fiance at the time) and I turned to each other and nodded, indicating "this is the place." The whole process leading up to our wedding was seamless. Matt and Renee are extremely responsive and knowledgeable. I would absolutely recommend hiring Renee as your day-of-coordinator. Her organizational skills allowed me to focus on the special day and not worry about a thing! Having so many indoor and outdoor options, I was so fortunate to not have to worry about the rain plan. It did rain on our wedding day, and we easily transitioned the ceremony indoors. We can't thank you enough, Star Hill Ranch!
Olivia K
5.0
6/13/2019
Matt and the whole team at Star Hill worked hard to make our day effortless and so special. We met a few times ahead of the big day in the months before to have the layout and schedule ready, and Matt had everything ready for us just as we had asked. They are very experienced with small or large events, they have furniture and props you can utilize on the property to customize your layout as needed. There are so many beautiful areas at this venue. You have multiple spaces for the ceremony and reception to choose from which makes worrying about rain nonexistent because you can simply move one your ceremony inside if the weather doesn’t cooperate. The chapel has a quaint, old-fashioned feel that my husband and I absolutely loved. It made the ceremony feel intimate and romantic. We had our reception in the schoolhouse which has a large covered porch for guests to mingle on, even if the weather is bad. There was the perfect amount of space for our ~70 guests to eat, dance, and drink. The venue has a very authentic Texas feel, as it is surrounded by historic buildings. It’s a perfect venue to host out-of-owners, they are sure to have a memorable and fun experience at Star Hill. We wouldn’t have wanted to have our wedding anywhere else - everyone at Star Hill makes you feel like family. This is hands down the most unique and special wedding venue in the Austin area!
Ashley W
5.0
6/07/2019
Matt and the Star Hill team made our day very special. I have worked in events for many years and my one point of contention with vendors is communication. When it comes to something as special as someone's special day, it causes a lot of anxiety when they cannot communicate easily with their vendors. Matt was the most responsive vendor I have ever worked with. He never left us in the dark and answered every last question on every last detail. We were out of town and he made everything so easy! They offered plenty of preferred vendor options that made planning so easy!
Then came the weekend of our wedding and even though they had a very busy event week, they made us feel special and we were the priority on our day! After I arrived and did my walk through, I honestly just let go and let them handle it! They worked with all of my vendors to make it all come together easily. Such a relief for an event planner/bride to be able to do that!
The property itself is so unique and so beautiful! We were married in the historic chapel, had a private dinner together in the guest house, before our reception in the large reception hall.
We had a wonderful experience and love every detail and memory from that day! Our photos turned out amazing with so many options on the property. Thank you, Matt and Star Hill team. All of our out-of-town guests loved their Austin experience!
Kelly G
5.0
5/31/2019
We could say so many good things about Star Hill Ranch that it's difficult to know where to begin! Matt was super helpful from the moment that we first visited, and Renee was the perfect day-of coordinator. Our wedding was held in the pretty chapel, with dinner under the lights on main street and the reception in the school house and big back porch. Our guests commented on how much fun they had Star Hill Ranch-- it is a one-of-a-kind, Texas venue.
Kalonji S
5.0
5/19/2019
Star Hill Ranch was the absolutely best place for us to get married. I am from Southern California and my wife is originally from Austin, Texas. She really wanted to get married in Texas at a place with that special Texas feel to it…. After visiting Star Hill Ranch we fell in love with it. It is such a unique facility where we were able to rent out the entire property for our special day. We had our guest do a scavenger hunt during the cocktail hour, so that they could explore the entire ranch.
We received so many positive comments from our guests on how amazing the facilities were and it made our wedding so special and unique. In addition to that Matt is a true professional and an amazing human being. He made sure we had everything we needed, has a great sense of humor, and is simply just a good person. We love Star Hill Ranch and you will too!!!
Valerie J
5.0
5/13/2019
I loved working with Star Hill Ranch. Matt was always available to talk to about any and everything. From answering the phone, or email, he was quick to respond. This made it wonderful for all my questions! I was also able to visit the venue several times. This was also so amazing because I was able to bring my vendors at different times that was convient for me. This is just an example of how much this venue will work with you. This venue is so pretty and unique. The old building and the main streets with all the lights, made my wedding so specail. It felt like i had my own town for an evening. What I love most was this place made me feel like I was part of a family. I stiill plan on going to visit matt and going to other events at this venue because i love it so much.
Ali L
5.0
3/15/2019
There are so many amazing qualities about Star Hill Ranch that it’s hard to narrow it down in one review. From the moment we first took the tour of the property, we knew the Texas charm, country elegance, and unique qualities of this venue was perfect for our wedding. Matt (owner) was phenomenal from the beginning at helping us organize our thoughts with all the options available for buildings to use, props, decorations, etc to make it special and ours for our wedding day! The options are seriously endless with this place, and Matt has clearly had ample experience to know exactly what we as a couple were wanting down to every detail for the day. It’s truly an ~experience~ to use Star Hill as your wedding venue. Our guests talked about it for weeks afterwards, saying it was the most unique, fun, and just beautiful wedding they’ve ever been to. Being able to have the ceremony in the chapel, move guests to cocktail hour in the original Drug Store building, they loved watching us take our bridal pictures from the big porch, and then dancing the night away in the School House building, there was never a dull moment!! How rare it is to have a venue with so many options to make your day exactly how you have envisioned it (plus, the bang for your buck is incredible!). I would recommend Star Hill to absolutely anyone!! PS- The gorgeous hill country backdrop and gorgeous old-school buildings make for AMAZING wedding photos!!!! Memories that will last a lifetime, thank you Star Hill from the bottom of our hearts!
Brittani B
5.0
2/12/2019
What an amazing experience from start to finish. We had been to one wedding here before so it was on our list to check out and after our visit it was a sure fit. So many options on layout and plans for your wedding day. There is a “rain plan” which thankfully was an option because of course we needed it. But I’ve never felt so at ease when I talked to Matt the day before my wedding and he literally gave me 3 new options in a matter of minutes to put my mind at ease. Our wedding day went so smoothly even despite the weather. We were able to utilize the space and layouts the ranch has to offer. And our guests spoke so highly of how amazing it was. Renee did our day of coordination and she made the day/night run beautifully. We truly appreciate how Matt, Adam and Renee made us feel like family and really cared about our plans and wishes for a successful wedding. I’d say they hit it out of the park and we highly recommend this venue. Not only for absolutely everything it has to offer but the customer service that comes with it to put your mind totally at ease when you need it most. Thank ya’ll SO much.
kasha h
5.0
1/24/2019
My now husband and I found this venue on google search and we fell in love with it just from seeing the photos and reading the description. We flew in from Los Angeles to check it out in person and it absolutely exceeded our expectations. Star Hill Ranch is such an awesome venue with unique atmosphere and fun structures throughout which can be used for different purposes. We used the bride’s cottage, the groom’s quarters, the reception hall for a band and dance, the Fitzhugh for dining, and of course the charming little chapel and our guests loved it all. What made the place even more special was its co-owner Matt who is very passionate about his work and helping people through what can be a very stressful process. We felt he was truly happy for us and wanted to help in any way possible. He was always extremely generous with his time and had a great, can-do attitude no matter what issues we threw at him. Our wedding turned out perfect and we couldn’t have done it without him. We married end of May last year and everybody is still talking about how epic our wedding was.
Chelsea V
5.0
1/04/2019
Of all the comments people had about our wedding day after the fact, the top one was "and we just LOVED that venue! How the heck did you guys find such a special place?"
We booked the venue while living in a different state, after my parents scouted it out. They knew instantly that it was the perfect fit for us, and they were right. If you are looking for a charming, intimate, rustic, memorable space to get married or host an event, this is the place to do it. We can't wait to visit again soon, and Star Hill Ranch will always hold a special place in our hearts.
Edna S
5.0
1/03/2019
Despite the cold and rain that endeavored to scuttle our daughter’s big day, we were destined for success from the outset. Star Hill Ranch, a versatile venue with dedicated people, collaborated together to bring home a victory, even as the incoming weather howled.
Star Hill Ranch is best in temperate weather, so that guests can avail themselves to the spacious Main Street, while strings of light sparkle overhead. However, the staff at Star Hill know how to quickly convert the event to an indoor affair. Our wedding was not their first rodeo.
We enlisted the help of Day-of Coordinator, Renee Woolley, to keep all the activities moving on schedule. This is no small task, when there are so many things to see and do, buildings and rooms to enjoy and great people. Let Renee Woolley be the hookin’ bull for your big day.
Matt Woolley, the owner, was in close communication with our wedding planner from the outset. With his flexibility and fierce determination to make everything memorable, Matt earned our endorsement long before the wedding day.
Even if the weather doesn’t provide you a representation of perfection, you can rest easy with your choice: Star Hill Ranch.
Steve R
5.0
1/03/2019
We had such an amazing wedding at Star Hill Ranch. Matt, who runs the place, was so helpful and made sure our day was perfect. I would highly recommend this venue to anyone out there looking. We had so many compliments on how the place was like a hallmark town and so picturesque. The pricing was also very affordable and it was so convenient that they rent out tables, chairs, dance floor, and everything else you typically have to get delivered. We had a wonderful experience here and could not say enough great things about this venue.
Stephan K
5.0
1/03/2019
Star Hill made our Texas wedding dream come true, I wish I could give it more than a 5-star rating. I have never gotten married before and the venue along with our wedding planner made sure we had a detailed plan of how our wedding day would go for our 100 guest wedding. All our out of town guests loved the venue and our families still talk about the wedding months after. The vendor list Star Hill provided made life a lot easier in hiring the right people for our special day. Everything with the process went smoothly and picking the recommended caterer really made the difference the day of. The venue is huge and there are so many options for an outdoor or indoor wedding, the buildings on the main street give the venue an authentic cozy Texas main street feel and really give you so many options in venue arrangement and seating so can have everything you have wanted at your wedding.
Lyndsey R
5.0
1/02/2019
My husband and I got married at Star Hill two weeks ago and it was a magical experience. Not only are the grounds stunning and historical, but Matt and Renee Woolley are honest, salt-of-the-earth people that made our wedding so special. Matt accommodated our budget and worked with us to make sure we could still have a special experience without breaking the bank.
Renee's wedding coordinator services on the day of the wedding were invaluable. She managed everything for us so we didn't have to worry about anything.
Matt was extremely attentive for months, answering our many random questions with kindness and timeliness. Over the few months of planning, Matt truly became our family. I can't recommend Star Hill enough for a special, one-of-a-kind experience.
Katie P
5.0
1/02/2019
We had our ceremony and reception at Star Hill Ranch on 9/28/18 and I cannot speak highly enough about our experience working with them. The venue itself is gorgeous and offers a ton of options on where to hold events and how to set them up. Main Street and each of the buildings themselves are so picturesque they hardly need additional decorating. There are so many details to take in, our guests were snapping photos all over the place. We had a ton of pictures just from friends and family the next day, and our professional photos are amazing. We have an awesome selection of pictures and a lot of that is due to how unique the venue is.
We worked primarily with Matt, who is so kind, upbeat, and reassuring. He offered solutions when I had questions and really put us at ease that our event would come off without a hitch. He's also super flexible, offering options for contingency plans and ideas to make the best use of the space. We also hired Renee as our day-of coordinator. She was absolutely fantastic--if there were any hiccups in our plans, I didn't even notice them. She also had ideas for setting up some decor that turned out beautifully. Between the two of them, our day went by like a dream. It was truly amazing thanks to all of their hard work. We were thrilled with how everything turned out and can't imagine having gone anywhere else.
Jessica P
5.0
12/13/2018
Are you a bride dreaming of a fancy schmancy wedding, beneath crystal chandeliers, surrounded by marble staircases and grand, frescoed ballrooms? That is a beautiful dream! But this is not your place. Whose place is this? Well. If you are a couple who dreams of an event surrounded by warmth and love and charm and heart, this place is for you. If your idea of a partner in putting your perfect day together is a (literal) family of people who run their establishment guided by tradition and passion rather than generic guidelines and formality, this place is for you. If your objective is leaving yourselves and your guests with memories of a unique and fun day in a once-in-a-lifetime venue, where they and you can let your hair down, this place is for you. If you don't mind your shoes getting a little dusty while the greatest day of your life unfolds with pure love and heart, this place is for you. If you don't want a cookie-cutter formula day, but venue owners whose only continued question is: "What else can we do to make this the day of your dreams?", and their every effort and promise is in that direction, then this place is for you. It was certainly the perfect place for us, and we'd do it here at Star Hill Ranch a thousand times over.
Kelley W
5.0
11/30/2018
Star Hill is a beautiful property with a ton of character. We didn't wan