The Vista on Seward Hill

or more. Sidonee and Larry were wonderful throughout the process and made sure everything went smoothly. I can't thank them enough for being part of our big day.

gh expectations and we received impromptu compliments on choice of venue from guests. Logistics (15 minutes from center of downtown Austin) are hard to beat and made our and our guests' lives easier.

everything that we did when we first toured. The layout makes the day flow seamlessly and is a gorgeous backdrop for photos no matter what part of the grounds you’re on. The bridal suite was spacious with multiple rooms so no one was crowded or on top of each other. The lighting on the vanity was PERFECT. My makeup artist was so impressed and even our coordinator stated she’d never seen a venue with such good lighting for makeup. None of the men wanted to leave the groom’s area. They had a blast and it really helped them to relax to have a place to themselves tucked away to unwind and get ready. Sidonee took care of us right from the beginning. Very open communication, friendly and just all around a very sweet and genuine person. Thank you so much for helping make our big day a dream come true. It was everything we could’ve hoped for and more.

he sound system cut out for 45 minutes of our 2 hour dancing due to electrical issues. This was a big downer. The venue did compensate us some for the lost dancing time. The mic during my Dad's toast was cutting in and out and the music in the dining building was barely audible because it was so muffled. I hope the electrical system has or will be upgraded soon for future events. -Communication with the venue was a little tough. We booked the venue more than a year in advance and sometimes it took a couple weeks and multiple follow up emails to get a response on questions, like typical dining table layouts. -The venue owner called me 3 days before our Saturday wedding, which was 2 days before our rehearsal, to ask me to move the rehearsal to Friday morning since the Friday night wedding needed an additional hour for set up. I couldn't do that since my bridal shower was that morning which is when the owner suggested doing the rehearsal in the parking lot. That was a no from me since that negates the entire purpose of a rehearsal. Luckily the owner worked things out with the other wedding, but our rehearsal was in the middle of the other wedding getting set up which was really awkward and also that added unnecessary stress at the last minute. -We planned to use the on-site commercial margarita machine that's included with the venue rental. Apparently it was broken (the venue was waiting for a replacement part in the mail which didn't come in time for our wedding) but the venue never told us, so when I asked for a frozen marg during our reception I was surprisingly disappointed.

open and very big. I loved that it was so green and the lighting that was provided in so many ways made a for a beautiful night wedding. I felt the vista was different and the owners were so supportive.

ny, the DJ and defacto day-of planner, is amazing to work with. They were flexible with us when the pandemic hit and super professional and competent when it came to getting all the details in place. It was a perfect day and it couldn't have happened without the hard work and organization of Anthony and Sidonee. A special note for brides planning during the pandemic- we were easily able to hold everything outside (ceremony, dinner, dancing) at this venue to increase safety and out guests never felt cramped or uncomfortable. If you're looking for a space that can allow for safe social distancing and staying outside (while still being jaw-droppingly beautiful), this is 100% your dream venue. (Plus it's great that it feels like you're out of the city, but is close enough for Uber rides for guests staying downtown).

st is definitely the way to go! Absolutely stunning scenery, truly endless possibilities. Thank you for giving us our dream wedding!

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t right away because we could tell it was too good to pass up. The entire venue is just gorgeous, and so many guests have told us since the wedding that they couldn't believe how beautiful the entire evening was! Especially if you want a beautifully lit outdoor dinner, this is the venue for you!

y breathtaking in real life. Larry and Sidonee will make sure your wedding goes exactly as planned; they even gave us recommendations to keep our costs down. The icing on the cake, however, is Anthony. He is the resident DJ at the venue but goes above and beyond his DJ duties. He helped us with the rehearsal, mixed songs for our first dance, made sure we stick to our wedding timeline, orchestrated the entire flow of our wedding...the list goes on and on. He was a pleasure to work with - even all of our friends and family complimented him and his work. Your wedding can be a very stressful day, but know that you are in great hands with Anthony and his expertise! Thanks Larry, Sidonee and Anthony - you guys have been awesome!

able (and on short notice)!!! They promised to remove the stress of planning and to give us a relaxing, beautiful and romantic wedding day, and delivered even more than promised. They were always available for guidance and to answer our questions. We used vendors from the venue's recommended list and could not have been happier. Everyone worked together seamlessly to provide a flawless experience. Guest after guest commented on the beauty of The Vista on Seward Hill, which is the perfect setting for an AMAZING wedding! THANK YOU SIDONEE AND LARRY!!!!!!!

generous.   Our wedding was perfect, friends and families said Vista is the "hidden gem in Austin." Love you Sidonee, Larry & Anthony

and DJ are super warm and helpful. We didn't even need to hire a wedding planner/coordinator since the DJ already helped to coordinate all the work!!! Sedoni and Larry are super nice and responsive. It's definitely the perfect venue for your dream wedding.

of the venue was more than I wanted to spend. However, with how perfectly my wedding went, I would pay it again without a second thought! Sidonee and Larry are wonderful. They didn't always remember when I had scheduled to come by the venue, but always treated me with the upmost kindness and were extremely helpful every time I called or came by. I had an issue with getting in contact with the day-of coordinator to figure out the wedding day schedule to send to vendors, but when I called Larry in a panic, he took care of it for me. Anthony was very organized at the rehearsal and was spectacular the day of the wedding, which more than made up for the hiccup in contacting him in the weeks before. He had the day of the wedding all down to a science. I didn't have to worry about a single thing the whole time. All my guests were very impressed with how organized, yet relaxed, the day was. Everybody felt well-informed by Anthony on what to do without feeling rushed. There was absolutely no awkward standing around by my guests or waiting around impatiently for the next piece to start! I had told Anthony at the rehearsal that I wanted to start at 7, regardless of whether all guests were there, because I like to stick to a schedule. He made sure all guests were seated prior to that time. He came to check on me around 6:45 to see if I was ready. When I said I was, he went to get the groomsmen ready to walk and I was walking down the aisle shortly after 7! Sidonee came to check on me while I was waiting for my turn to go down the aisle and had a soothing conversation with me so that I didn't feel the least bit nervous. The attention to detail in the decor at the venue is the main reason I was drawn to it. The outdoor ceremony space is breathtaking and made for great pictures. My guests loved walking around the grounds during cocktail hour and during the dancing. My personal favorite spot is the secret garden where my husband and I had a private dinner while our guests ate in the indoor dining area. We didn't even eat much of our food from all the adrenalin still running through us, but it was so nice to sit quietly by ourselves and just enjoy being together before going to mingle with guests. I can't even begin to express my gratitude to Sidonee, Larry, and Anthony for everything. I got so many compliments the night of the wedding on how perfect everything was, and almost 2 months later, my guests are STILL talking about how much they loved the wedding. A huge part of that was the beauty of the venue and the amazing people running it!

hes that we wanted for our big day, etc. The venue is stunning (and almost seems like Austin's best kept secret - our photographer has been shooting in Austin for 11 years and this was his first time shooting at Vista). The VOSH Team did an incredible job of stepping in so that the groom and I really got to enjoy every moment of the day. If I got married all over again, I wouldn't hesitate even for a moment to re-book VOSH for my wedding. Thank you, Sewards for a perfect wedding day that we will cherish forever!

denly in another dimension where everything is beautiful and almost out of time? We always said it felt almost like being in Greece or Italy. The mega highlight to me, aside from the aesthetics, was venue-within-a-venue-within-a-venue nature of Vista. There's the outdoor ceremony area, then another building for an indoor dinner, then another building for the after-dinner festivities. And each one has its own air and style to it. There's just a lot to explore in a small area, so it feels large and intimate all in one. Also, the DJ, Anthony, is terrific at what he does. I've been to a lot of weddings with bad DJs. And weddings with great DJs. I'm positive that Anthony was the best I've heard. Sidonee and Larry Seward were also incredibly nice and accommodating and patient. The personal touch they add goes a long way. I could continue to gush about the Vista, but, instead, you should just go see for yourself!

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en this venue is for you. Plus you get the benefit of having Sidonee and Larry to work with. They were super helpful during the whole planning process, with not only recommending vendors to use but if you had any questions about anything they had the answer or could steer you in the right direction. Anthony at the Vista made the day of go off without a hitch, he kept us on schedule the entire night. I would definitely recommend this place, you will not be disappointed.

r to work with! From open houses to an open-door policy, I visited the venue on several occasions with vendors, family, or just to see how the outdoors transformed in different seasons. They were easy to communicate with and always flexible with my schedule! You'd be hard pressed to find another venue, at this price point, that comes with as many amenities and details as VOSH. Anthony, the DJ whose services come with the venue price, works so hard maintaining the grounds, and he knows the property inside and out. He ensured the timeline went off without a hitch, but there were a couple lull moments where guests weren't necessarily feeling the music - in hindsight, I wish I would have asked him to change the song as soon as the dance floor started to empty. Our wedding was on 11/3/2018, and it rained for weeks prior to our big day. Sidonee constantly updated us and worked with our coordinator to edit reception table arrangements to ensure our guests didn't sink. As luck would have it, we had perfect weather, and the outdoor ceremony and reception were gorgeous. I spent almost nothing on decor, as VOSH came with luxurious velvet sofas and tables, cocktail hour fire tables, plenty of greenery, and much more. We did a ton of research on caterers, coordinators, and photographers, but ended up going with the ones initially suggested by Sidonee - they have been in the business long enough to know who can be held accountable to make your life SO easy the day-of.

ountains and koi fish ponds created a magical experience. We flipped the ceremony space into dining after which we highly recommend- and the fire cocktail tables were perfect for when the temperature dipped in the evening. It was beyond our wildest dreams perfect!

and are willing to go above and beyond your needs to make your event a memorable one. Larry and Sidonne Seward were such a joy to work with and we can assure you, they will not disappoint! The property alone sells itself. We were in awe of everything offered after we finished touring the beautiful venue. Anthony, their professional onsite DJ and wedding coordinator included with the venue, was outstanding and made our lives stress free for our special day. Matt Montalvo, who was our photographer recommended by Larry and Sidonne, was very familiar with the venue. He captured the essence of our memorable day in unbelievable pictures! He is truly a professional that understands timing, lighting, and capturing all the moments at the secret garden, the hill country sunset, and our first dance with the alluring chandelier as the background! We searched many venues in Austin and the Vista on Seward Hill was by far the best. The surroundings and venue alone are beautiful even without any decorations. From the choice of indoor or outdoor seating and/or reception, to the timeless water fountains/koi ponds and the lush canopy above, and to the gorgeous chandelier in the dance hall, this property has numerous facets that truly are a niche in the wedding venue world. Do yourself a favor and look no further. You can tell these people love what they do by the quality of care and love given to the property and to the wedding couple. Thank you for the memories of a lifetime Vista on Seward Hill!!!

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an cave" is available to use for the groom's area and the view is spectacular for photos. My daughter knew immediately that VOSH would be perfect for their wedding. I could go on for ever about the service, lovely grounds, and unique touches. As fate would have it... it rained all morning but by 2:00 we were set for an outdoor wedding because The Vista is situated on a hill and the water drains very quickly! We decided to move the dinner indoors just to be safe. So, plan B is a nice alternative if the weather prevails. The setting allows for an easy indoor/ outdoor flow with several bars, sitting areas with no need to do rentals! Our quests were in AWE. Thank you Larry & Sidonee for treating us like family and for the care that I'm sure that you put into every wedding! Best Ever Venue ! #dreamwedding

onee Seward are ultra sweet people, and in no world could I see them disappointing anyone. The lighting and fixtures that Austin Event lighting installed was magical. If you like chandeliers then you’re in for a treat! Anthony their on site DJ is a gem of a coordinator. He really knows how to pull things together and work with you. Matt Montalvo was our photographer and I can’t say enough good things about him as well! That guy captured the essence of the day with such great vision. He’s a true professional with a positive energy that makes everything feel so natural! The flowers from Bouquets of Austin were impressive and they listened to my picky self. Stephanie Barro for the flower win! Food from Austin Catering was on par with the rest of the night. Very nice turn out with their work. My gold trophy goes to ILCfilms. I LOVE those guys and they do great fast work. They’re seriously a must have. Beautymark Agency provided two incredible artists. I was beyond pleased with Leah Black’s makeup skills. She matched my inspiration picture perfectly! Very good vibes with her as well. My hair stylist, Aneysa Moreno, flawlessly merged two hair inspirations I gave her. I need to be friends with these people I kid you not! So here’s the deal. Although it sounds like I don’t have anything bad to say, I’m a harsh critic! That is a true testament to how great of an experience I had. I searched many venues in Austin and none of which quite spoke for itself like the Vista on Seward Hill. The place alone is beautiful without any decorations. Do yourself a favor and look no further. You can tell these people love what they do by the quality of care given. Thanks for the memories Vista at Seward Hill!

did not treat our wedding like it was part of a business. Instead, they genuinely love what they do and were so excited for us. Anthony knows the venue and wedding flow like the back of his hand and did so much to relieve anxiety about the ceremony and reception timeline. In addition, the venue is gorgeous with wonderful trees that provide plenty of shade, which is very important in Texas. I could not recommend this venue enough to anyone who wants a beautiful, stress-free wedding.

I knew I needed to get married here. The vibes are fantastic and fit an Austin wedding perfectly. Larry and Sidonee were fantastic hosts and extremely helpful. My family really enjoyed getting to know them and I can't thank the both of you enough for everything you've done. Every single one of my guests were absolutely in love with the venue and the wedding was so beautiful. Seriously out of a fairytale. Thank you both so much for a memory I will never forget. Fantastic venue and the most genuine, kindhearted people who run it and love what they do, which makes it even better.

oor and outdoor spaces which were perfect for our needs. I cannot say enough about how personable and helpful the owners were. I would recommend this venue to anyone.

chandelier to dance under, modern and grand blue velvet upholstery, fresh paint on the outside of the venue! We hosted a Sangeet (i.e. a ~185 person Indian rehearsal dinner) at the Vista and the venue fit perfectly. It was both spacious, yet still intimate. We were easily able to interact with all of our guests. Sidonee and Larry who own the space are incredibly sweet and genuinely cared about us having a beautiful and memorable event. They both stepped in to oversee the set-up and Sidonee was very responsive and helpful pre-event via email. Useful notes: Vista has a few strict rules which you should make sure to plan around (i.e. start time, end time, baby sitter requirements, etc.), but the rules are all reasonable and we appreciated that everything was clear and transparent from the beginning. DJ & Music - The Vista comes with their own DJ (Anthony) and the venue is wired for sound (for music and announcements) the whole way through which is incredibly convenient if you are hosting an indoor/outdoor event. Anthony is fantastic. We needed a mix of Indian and American music and were able to work with him on putting together a custom playlist. Anthony helped block time for a rehearsal to make sure he knew the flow of the event in terms of music expectations, key announcements (i.e. speeches, dance performances, when dinner was ready, and buses were leaving). He was great about following the event time line and making sure we stayed on schedule. Food - The venue has a limited list of pre-approved vendors they work with for catering, that said the options were fantastic. They do offer with a fee to run through a testing process for a potential set-up of a new vendor, which we were mainly interested in because the only Indian vendor they offered is specialized primarily in fusion/modern Indian food. But we ended up falling in love with one of the non-Indian pre-approved vendors, Rosemary’s Catering. Emily at Rosemary’s had worked with Vista several times in the past, and helped to ensure our event ran smoothly with no surprises. Weather - We hosted our event in December and as you can imagine the weather can be hit or miss. It happened to snow the week before our event, but we got pretty lucky with the weather. The evening weather for us was in the low 50s/upper 40s. It was certainly on the chilly side, but we rented 5 outdoor heaters and combined that with the fire tables that came with the space and we were able to get a lot of mileage out of the outdoor space, especially early in the night. As the night progressed, people moved indoors to get on the dance floor. Driveway - There is a bit of a steep driveway to get to the venue space. It’s not particularly hard to walk up, but some of our guests were older or pregnant and the walk was a bit difficult. If you are using buses, I’d recommend you confirm in advance that your bus company will drive up the driveway. This isn’t an issue with the 25-30 person buses, but if you have a 40+ person motor coach many of the bus companies will be hesitant to do this. In our case we actually confirmed this beforehand and the bus company still didn’t go up the drive way on the day of the event. It wasn’t a huge deal, but it can be a minor annoyance the day of the event so it’s best to plan around it ahead of time.

ting to make sure your day is as special as possible. My husband loved the groom's gameroom quarters for getting ready with his wedding party and they allowed us to have our dog in the wedding and during the reception too - which truly meant a lot to me! I would have given the venue 5 stars, but my wedding ended unexpectedly an hour early despite all my planning and coordinating that I did. I was very organized and communicated the timeline, but somehow it still wasn't followed. I'm not sure what happened, but despite this occurrence I would still recommend this venue for anyone looking for a beautiful, amazing wedding like the one I had.

ter wedding! Sidonee and Larry were helpful with our many questions, and also offered many extra amenities. DJ, Anthony Fernandez did a great job in displaying the music my husband created a playlist for the wedding. The margarita machine was definitely a hit with all the guests and so delicious. That evening was absolutely beautiful and we continue to get compliments on how elegant and picturesque VOSH!!

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us with the very best recommendations, advice and accommodations. The venue is nothing short of amazing! I️t couldn’t have been more perfect in every way! Go with VOSH you won’t regret I️t!

hoice. I was stressed about having to plan a wedding from halfway across the country, but after finding this venue and calling and speaking with Sidonee over the phone, I was put at ease! I felt so comfortable speaking with her we booked the venue without seeing it in person. Our first trip to Austin we went by the venue for a tour and I was in LOVE. The photos are beautiful but there's nothing like seeing it in person! After meeting with the DJ, Anthony, I knew everything was going to go smoothly. He runs the show perfectly and on the day of our wedding I didn't worry about a thing! This venue was absolutely magical, everyone we encountered that worked with the venue was helpful and friendly - I would recommend this venue to anyone and everyone!

rs, a courtyard for cocktail hour, a dining hall, and a ballroom for dancing. Our guests were absolutely blown away by how gorgeous the venue was. Sidonee is extremely easy to communicate with and was super accommodating to ensure our day turned out perfectly! Thank you!

that allows people to interact on whatever setting they choose. The outdoor dining setup (which we did) including the buffet area was amazing. The staff couldn't have been more accommodating. Highly recommend this venue!

koi ponds, multiple water fountains, elegant ceremony wall, separate dining/reception buildings and gorgeous landscaped grounds (the list goes on), we couldn't have had asked for a more romantic setting. Even my (now) husband loved it, which says a lot coming from a man :) The venue has so much character and on site decor, so I didn't really have to do much additional decoration planning which ended up saving us money in the end!! We had family coming in from other states and wanted to keep them in Austin, so location was perfect too! The owners, Larry and Sidonee, and venue coordinator/DJ, Anthony, greeted us with warm hugs and hospitality from the first time we met. These 3 truly care about doing everything they can to make dreams come true for couples starting a future together. Through countless phone calls, emails, texts and site visits, they always there to help with anything!! I got married there on 9-15-17. It was everything we imagined, plus more! We had about 130 guests and there was plenty of space for people to gather in the reception hall, boogie on the dancefloor, or just enjoy the gorgeous scenery outside. Even though we were in the city, it felt like a magical escape in the hill country. To this day, my guests are raving about how beautiful our wedding was :) Thank you to all of the staff here! VOSH will always be a special part of the day we said "I do". I would recommend VOSH to any bride on the search for a perfect inside/outside wedding venue in Austin!

om out of town and she was able suggest the best vendors. The DJ, Anthony, was fantastic! So much more than just someone to play music, he really helped to organize and keep the evening going throughout the evening. On top of all of that, the venue is so beautiful. We loved the facility from the moment we saw it. Best day ever!

y! The owners are also incredible, friendly and very kind people - it was an honor to be married on their property. The DJ was also included and he did a great job of following our requests and leading the crowd through the night. Amazing!!!

nee and Larry (property owners/mangers) were the cherry on top, they were helpful throughout the planning and execution of the wedding. It rained the morning of our event and they made sure everything was in order and the wedding went all according to plan!

process. They were always quick to return my phone calls and had no problems whenever I needed to go to the venue to take my vendors to check out the place. Anthony(dj/sound man at VOSH) was also great. He helped with getting our slideshow up for the day of, and also was there for the rehearsal and the day of to help run things(music, microphones, wedding party entrance) smoothly. Sean(her son) was helpful with getting the uplighting done for us throughout the whole venue. Which made the place look beautiful. I would highly recommend his services. They have a great team at VOSH. I was blessed to have the opportunity to work with such great people. I would highly recommend VOSH for anyone looking to have a wedding or special event.

hing, I pointed them to Anthony! And he handled it all like a pro. And Sidonee was lovely and completely flexible from the start. Such a sweetheart. Oh, and everyone raved about our venue! Couldn't have asked for better. Thanks VOSH!