The Grand Texana

a golf course next door if you’d want to spend the day relaxing prior to the wedding. My favorite aspect was how friendly and hospitable the owners were, we were able to ask all the questions we wanted to get all the planning done with no trouble or lag time.

elp our vision come to fruition and kept us fully informed along the way. On the day of, she took all of the stress away and made it such a joyful experience! The guests raved about the magic of the setting and how wonderful and authentic the barns were. The light coming in from that chapel... there’s just no beating it- our photos were absolutely breathtaking. The cows from the next field all came over during our pictures and photobombed! From beginning to end, our whole experience with Grand Texana was wonderful and we are so happy we went with them!

y with how the entire process went.

3 months since our wedding and I have no regrets with any of the venders I used because they helped make our day so special. Our cake looked and tasted amazing!!

was really easy to work with them even from far far away; they were so accommodating of our FaceTime needs and schedule as we did all the tastings during a quick trip home and prep meetings remotely. We wanted so badly to get married outside but we weren’t able to because of the rain- but the indoor ceremony venue was stunning (and air conditioned- probably a better choice anyway!). The food and dessert vendors included in our package both were amazing- everyone loved the brisket! And of course Anne and Stormye both went out of their way to make us feel calm and comfortable all day, dealing with all the insanity behind the scenes. I’d recommend The Grand Texana to anyone.

re a few bumps along the road that I think other brides should be aware of. I should also mention that my family & I are pretty laid back/low maintenance, so keep this in mind as you read. The all inclusive package prices only account for 100 guests, so if you plan on having more than that, just know that you'll be paying extra for both dinner & dessert (pretty standard, but they didn't tell us until we were signing the contract). They also have you rent pretty much ALL of their decor, which eats up the majority of the $500 decor credit that's included in the package, which is fine. But they left out a lot of decor that I didn't rent on the day of my wedding, which made me question why I had to pay for the extra decor once I exceeded my $500 credit if they were going to leave most of it out anyway. There were also a lot of things that weren't included in the all inclusive package that you end up having to add on (i.e. security, insurance, etc.), so we ended up paying about $5k more than what was advertised. They also accidentally cancelled my DJ because they got my wedding mixed up with another one. I get that everyone makes mistakes.. but I was the one that figured it out. Not the venue. So had I not taken the initiative to email my DJ some questions, I probably would have showed up to my wedding & not had a DJ. They did fix it & I did have a DJ, but I had a hard time trusting them after that. They also tell you that you have access to the venue for 12 hours (11:30am-11:30pm), with the last hour of the evening reserved for clean up, & I was fully aware of when I signed my contract with them. But I often felt pressured by Anne to end my wedding earlier. She asked me on multiple occassions if I wanted to end my wedding earlier than I had planned, which seemed kind of odd considering 10:30pm really isn't that late for a wedding. They're also kind of weird about their 30 day consultation. Anytime I had questions during the process, they would answer my questions & work with me, but not without reminding me that we'd talk about it during the 30 day consultation (which just started to seem a bit passive aggressive at times). Lastly, there was a miscommunication between Anne & the day of coordinator regarding my day of timeline & how long we had booked the DJ for. Long story short, I was given a day of timeline that said the wedding would end at 10:30pm, and we were told (the morning of) that we were all paid up (including the extra time for the DJ). Well, at about 9pm, I was asked if I could end my wedding early because the DJ was only paid until 10pm & said that we needed to write them another check if we wanted to have the DJ until 10:30. I think had I not already felt like I'd been pressured multiple times to end my wedding earlier, things might have gone a little differently, but I ended up in tears, the check we wrote for the extra 30 minutes was ripped up in my sister's face, and my parents missed the send off because they were arguing with the owner. But the food was great, the wedding was beautiful, and overall I had a good time. And I think it's PERFECT for smaller weddings that end earlier in the day. And I don't regret the venue I chose, I just wish some things had gone a little differently

of event coordinator, was a huge help and made sure that everything was planned before the event, and the day of she made sure everything was set up and kept everything on schedule. I was extremely happy with the entire process, starting with our initial visit, our food tasting, the 30 day meeting, and all leading up to the big day. I would put more than 5 stars if there was an option and I would recommend the Grand Texana to everyone.

keeping us in the loop on all of the improvements they were making to the venue and we were able to visit again just before our wedding to see all of the changes in person. The day of coordinator that was included in our venue rental package, Paige, was a GODSEND. Her title does not do her justice. She worked with us way before the day of to help us plan and finalize many of the small details you might overlook and then stress about the day of. She was so great about communicating with us and with our vendors to help take some of the pressure off of me. On the actual wedding day, she and the venue took care of everything. I honestly don't know what we would've done without her help. Additionally, we chose to use the caterer recommended by the venue, and the food was some of the best we've ever had. We went with the barbeque, and so many of our guests were commenting on how great it was. As for the venue itself, it was absolutely stunning. The newly converted chapel that we held our ceremony in was so bright and full of character, which meant that we didn't need much in the way of florals and decor. One of my favorite things about the Grand Texana was the history behind it. Many of the other venues you see were built specifically for weddings and large events, but The Grand Texana was a 1900s dairy farm that Anne and her family converted into a venue. I appreciated how tastefully done the renovation was and their decision to keep some of the original features so that it retained that farmhouse charm that I love. Our experience was absolutely amazing and our wedding day was beyond perfect.

taff and our coordinator Paige were 100% on top of everything! From our guests, we had rave reviews over our food, desserts and decor. The Grand Texana was the perfect place for our happily ever after.

details with ease for us! We have had so many compliments on our wedding food, cake, location and decor since our wedding. (all booked for us through The Grand Texana) I highly recommend the location, staff and charm for any bride that wants to make their day unique and special.

in the barn and some landscaping. I had so many people tell me "things will go wrong the day of...don't let it ruin your day". I had zero issues. Paige, the day of coordinator, was fantastic. She helped set out flowers and arranged the pumpkins I ordered. It was absolutely perfect!

viting environment. Anne,her husband,and their staff were wonderful. They treat each couple as part of their family. That makes for a very welcoming, caring,and inviting atmosphere. My daughter choose the "inclusive package". It was worth it and all the vendor were great! Anne and her staff took care of almost everything. The few items that were not taken care of by the inclusive package, Anne provided my daughter a list of possible vendors that she recommended and had worked with in the past. My daughter was able to get these items taken care of quickly. Paige, the day of coordinator, was great. She answered all my daughters questions and made sure the "big day" would go perfectly! She coordinated with all the vendors and had everything set up just as she and my daughter discussed. All the guests had fabulous things to say about all the food and the venue. Because of the great staff and beautiful venue my daughter and her husband had a perfect wedding day and we were able to enjoy it without worrying about all the details! I would highly recommend Anne and The Grand Texana!!!

oncern. All of the vendors included in our package were awesome as well. The day of coordinator, Paige, was amazing and extremely helpful. Paige made the day go very smoothly! Thanks for the best day ever!

ing! Anne and Paige were so nice to work with, so helpful, and it was so heartwarming to see how much Anne cares about their guests and how much they love the wedding vibes! I would absolutely reccomend them for the perfect day!

t it- it was just a big party!!! Paige, our coordinator, did a wonderful job making sure things went off without a hitch and answering all of my many questions. Anne and her husband are so sweet and inviting, you absolutely cannot go wrong with this venue or this family!

nd our day went off without a hitch. I can't recommend the Grand Texana more!

ible and so helpful in making our dreams come true. I cannot begin to tell you how many compliments we received on our venue. It was truly beautiful! I would recommend this venue to anyone looking to have a rustic wedding...it can't be beat.

g unique furniture pieces for the venue. We loved that they had a golf cart for our grandparents and older guest since the venue is so spacious! Overall our wedding day went great thanks to Anne’s staff and our coordinator, Amber.

he staff was so helpful and accommodating. I can not imagine our wedding and reception happening anywhere else. If you are looking for a wedding venue, you would be making a huge mistake to not check them out.

y have an all inclusive package!!! After several months of looking up caterer’s and all the other vendors needed and trying to figure out all the arrangements, we went for the all inclusive and it was so worth it. The food was awesome, the decorations were gorgeous and the staff are very accommodating!!! The best thing about all of it was having Amber, the planner, without her, the day would not have been as beautiful and organized!! Thank you Amber!! Anne and Les, the owners, are really there to make sure your wedding is everything you want it to be!! Thank you, Anne and Les!! Such beautiful memories that will never be forgotten!!!

re than that, I honestly had no stress or concerns during our wedding. After our 30 day before meeting with Amber and Anne I breathed such a sigh of relief because I knew our special day was in excellent hands! They went above and beyond to make sure everything went perfectly. And when I say above and beyond I really mean it, Amber must have bustled and re-bustled my dress about 15 times, laughing and patient the entire time, even when she had to crawl under some of the layers! The venue is a true gem and I cannot imagine having had our wedding any other place!!

e staff! Everyone went above and beyond to make sure every detail was taken care of. The food was wonderful and plentiful! I couldn't imagine any other venue being so accommodating. As Mother of the Bride I was able to truly enjoy the day with no worries over details. Can't thank everyone at Grand Texana enough!

ing us make our vision come true (and for letting me come out there multiple times to make it happen!). The barn itself is absolutely gorgeous, and the updates Anne has made to it just add to its charm. The grounds are breathtaking and kept in perfect condition. Our guests were blown away with the entire day and we're forever grateful we found The Grand Texana for our special day!

t for Amber. She is amazing. She checked in on us all night long asking if we needed anything. She was absolutely perfect!! The only thing that I wish was different was the catering option. We did like the BBQ but we would've liked to taste more options. Seeing as the caterer that is associated is in Hempstead and only allows food tasting during the week and in work hours made it extremely difficult tasting the food we'd have at the wedding.. Therefore, we basically chose blindly. Overall this was a perfect venue for our wedding. I want to give a HUGE thanks to Amber and Anne.

the staff were extremely kind and accommodating. Both being photographers, we were thrilled with the amazing lighting provided by the white interiors and many windows - just gorgeous! We could not have been happier with the rehearsal dinner, ceremony, and reception. We accepted their provided caterers, and were not disappointed with the quality of the food, especially given that they were exceptional at providing gluten-free and vegetarian options. The entire time, the coordinator Amber and the staff excelled in the way they handled the logistics, communication, and of course in their sweet hospitality. Ultimately, The Grand Texana is simply stunning. It was the perfect size for our small family wedding, and the lighting was absolutely fantastic, giving the wedding a truly ethereal, quiet, and elegant quality. It really was our dream wedding! Thank you so much, Ms. Amber and Ms. Anne!!

and needs throughout the planning process and day of. The property is beautiful, you really can't go wrong with where you have the ceremony or reception. Having Amber as the day of coordinator was such a blessing, she is the best! I hope many more couples get to make their dreams come true at The Grand Texana, you will not be disappointed.

wanted our wedding day to be as stress-free as possible. We loved so many things about this venue so i'll just list them below. - Great location (right in the middle for our Houston and College Station families) - Location again (spacious, beautiful outdoor space, secluded and away from the city) - Charming details EVERYWHERE! (Decorative mantle, doors, lanterns, greenery, wood top tables, chapel arch, adorable cow decor, just everything!) - Separate areas (You have different options to choose from for holding your ceremony/reception/dancing. No need to worry about unpredictable weather! There's also heating/cooling inside. Big plus!) - Wonderful staff (Very nice and professional. Anne and Amber are wonderful to work with. Quick to respond to e-mails.) - Ample parking space ( I saw that some guests were escorted by golf cart to get to the ceremony spot. Walking in the grass with heels can be tricky.) - Relaxing suites for bride and groom (The bridal suite has plenty of natural light for getting ready! We had plenty of seating, a cute kitchen for getting lunch ready, and two bathrooms!) - Rehearsal dinner the night before (Doing this was a huge help when it came to getting ready for the wedding day. We were able to bring a lot of items and set some of it up. ) - Catering area ( We brought in our catering so they didn't use this space but we did for holding extra drinks, decor, and food. Having extra space is always good. ) With any big event, there will be a few bumps. Mentioned below are the only things I could think of. - We had a little bump in planning regarding the number of children attending but it all worked out and they all had a blast dancing. - It felt like the night came to a close a little early. I believe it was a little before 10pm when we had our last dance. - After our bride/groom exit, the wedding party went to the suites to retrieve their belongings. The venue staff were already in there cleaning so the party felt rushed. It would have been nice to have access for about 15mins before the crew comes in. Overall, we had a great experience with The Grand Texana. We had so much fun and are thankful we came across the venue!

rything perfect for the ceremony & reception. Anne, the owner, was pleasant and so accommodating! They went above and beyond to make sure that we had a stress-free weekend for this wonderful celebration!

ar for my Houstonians. When I first stepped foot on the property I felt like I was home. You are greeted with huge pecan trees, green fields, blue skies, the Texas sun and occasionally cattle in the background – not to mention the warm and loving individuals who keep the property running! During your tour you will fall in love with the beauty of the barn, chapel and open-air patio. All it needs is a gentle touch of florals, up lighting and love for the venue to just POP! The price tag on this venue will not hurt the bank and the caterer they work with is an even better steal! The Grand Texana also provides a wonderful day of coordinator who handles her job with poise and ease. Reports from our guests unanimously say that this venue is a true hidden gem of Texas - and I could not agree more! The Grand Texana is well worth the drop by on your way to Austin, Round Top, College Station or Brenham. You will not regret it! Mrs. Marileigh Marbach Loux September 23, 2017

special. Amber, the day of coordinator is absolutely the best! The day ran so smoothly and I didn't have to worry about a single thing. I could not speak more highly of her. Our guest loved the venue as well. Everyone spoke about how unique and beautiful the venue was. It was definitely the perfect day and my husband and I could not be more thankful!!

of things and was such a great help. We got so many compliments on the venue. From the white fences, all the antiques and the amazing views, it was the most perfect wedding! The barn doors were opened during the ceremony and it was just gorgeous! I can't wait to see the official wedding pictures from the photographer. Thank you for making this wedding just perfect! We even had a rainbow appear over the venue during dinner.

der than we thought!). After much searching, we happened across The Grand Texana and they had a wonderful field of yellow wildflowers. The only thing was, it was inside a long white fence. Sensing our disappointment in having the flowers blocked from view, Anne (the owner) volunteered to removed the pieces of wood from one post to another, creating an opening for us to get married in front of. Talk about accommodating! They also allowed us to go out in the fall and throw out more wildflower seeds to add a little additional colour for the spring. We ended up with some Bluebonnets, Indian Paintbrush, Black-Eyed Susans and more. With only six months of planning time, Anne and Amber (the day-of coordinator) were so amazing to work with, and were attentive to our questions and ideas at all times. Seeing as Hempstead is a bit of a drive for us, they were very prompt with e-mail, phone and text replies. The day of went off without a hitch on their end, and everyone raved about what a beautiful and unique facility it was. With such an open area throughout the grounds, there was so much potential for personalization, yet we wanted to let the venue mostly speak for itself. The separate Bride's and Groom's quarters were such a cool feature, and really allowed us to spend time with our people without feeling cramped (as is the case in so many other venue holding areas). The weather was perfect, the sunset immaculate and Amber was always there to anticipate our needs. While our timeline started inevitably running late, she made sure we were aware, but was never pushy...she just adjusted the schedule according to our wishes. I could go on and fill the character count, but you get the idea! We were infinitely happy with choosing The Grand Texana, and we whole-heartedly thank them for everything and recommend them for your wedding day!

od was excellent and cheap! The Day of coordinator was great and helped things move along smoothly and timely. The one set back was that this is a new venue, and they are still getting used to running it, so they changes their ways of doing things a couple times on us. Overall, it was a great venue, and I would suggest it to anyone getting married.

er looked at several different locations for the wedding and reception and they would come back and tell me that they were nice but they were not “perfect”. They told me that they would know the “perfect” location the minute they walked in. I didn’t really understand what that meant until we found The Grand Texana. We met with Anne and she gave us a tour the beautiful grounds, the Chapel, barn, reception hall and cottages. When we left that day, we knew that our daughter would be married at The Grand Texana. At that one location, we had so many options. My daughter was married in the Chapel. We also had the option of having an outdoor wedding which would have been equally beautiful. I am going to fast forward to “The Big Day”. We had let Anne know that we would be there at 1100 am to begin decorating and setting up, the Bride/bridesmaids would be doing their hair and make-up and the groom/groomsmen would be there also. When we pulled up, Anne’s husband Les was waiting for us by the gate to provide whatever assistance we needed. The grounds were immaculate and everything was waiting for us. It could not have been any better! Amber was our “day of” coordinator. I personally think that her title needs to be changed to “make everything perfect” coordinator. She was with us every step of the way and helped make my daughter’s wedding day dreams become a reality. From the minute we met Anne, Les and Amber, they made us feel like we were family and that my daughter’s wedding was their wedding also. We cannot thank them enough for making my daughter’s wedding special for all who attended. If you are looking for the perfect location to host a wedding and reception, you should visit The Grand Texana. Anne, Les and Amber will help make all of your wedding dreams come true.

an appointment to view the venue and that is when we both fell in love with everything we say. The Grand Texana is a rustic venue that definitely does not disappoint. Everything about it is PERFECT and the newly added chapel is gorgeous. Pictures do not do this place justice. Everyone who came to the wedding loved the hometown feel. Anne and her staff treated us like family from day one and they are amazing! Amber the day of coordinator is absolutely phenomenal and the sweetest!! She made sure that everything was perfect and taken care of. The set up staff was super helpful and extremely friendly as well! I could go on and on about how perfect the venue is and how amazing the staff are, but you would be doing yourself a HUGE favor by going and seeing for yourself!! Our wedding day was perfect and everything I dreamed of and more!

t this place when we got married!!! I would have gotten married here!" It is adorable, rustic, charming, bright. The natural lighting is perfect for photos. This barn is a true, true gem. Also, Anne is a JOY to work with.

knew we had found the perfect place for our special day. We found Anne and her team to be relaxed, resourceful and understanding of our personal hopes. We look forward to using the venue again for future gatherings and cannot be more thankful for the way we were treated! Thank you Grand Texana!!!

get ready with my bridesmaids. Anne is so sweet and accommodating. She let us come to the venue as many times as we needed to help me make my vision happen. And not to mention, she has the best taste in antiques. And Amber, the day of coordinator, was incredible!! She was there for the meetings and came up with great ideas, especially for the seating at the ceremony. She also helped keep me calm on the big day

house for the groom and groomsmen to get ready in. They have the most backdrop of beauty for any wedding. Anne & Les were kind and compassionate We felt they were part of our family. Amber, the day of wedding planner, knows exactly what to do to keep things in order and organized. She has great ideas and insight. Thank you to The Grand Texana for making my daughter's day so special and perfect!

d barn filled with twinkling lights and gorgeous flowers was the perfect backdrop for a storybook ceremony. Afterwards, we had a relaxed dinner under the stars on hand crafted tables. The staff could not have been more sweet and amenable. Everything was simply perfect!

making their day perfect!

t decorations all made for such a beautiful evening. I would definitely recommend this venue!

barn which has been transformed into a stunning and dreamlike atmosphere. Enjoyed every minute of the evening!

le and entertained during the longest wait of my life. :) The reception under the central Texas stars couldn't have been in a better setting, and our getaway through the mature pecan trees was dreamlike. We are so grateful for The Grand Texana and the amazing Anne and Amber for helping coordinate our day!

our wedding in the barn and it was absolutely gorgeous. Anne let us decorate how we wanted and our outdoor reception was even more beautiful than I had hoped it would be. Our wedding had NO issues and was incredible. I am so glad we chose this place to get married!

d get married again, I would do it in that incredible pecan orchard!

w. The owners we exceptionally knowledgeable and provided excellent customer service. I highly recommend hosting your next event there.