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Camino Real Ranch is a wedding and event venue in Dale, Texas, conveniently located between Austin, San Marcos, and Bastrop. Once a fully operational farm, the estate has retained many of the unique features of the 6-acre farm and has incorporated a modern desert twist. Ideal for those seeking something a little different, this site can play host to the wedding you’ve always dreamed of.

Facilities and Capacity

With several indoor and outdoor facilities, couples who celebrate at Camino Real Ranch have endless possibilities to coordinate their incredible event at this expansive property. The Greenhouse is a stunning 3,400 square foot oasis that makes for memorable ceremonies and receptions. This event space is decorated with wagon-wheel chandeliers and a wall of vintage windows that boast views of the nearby pond and grove of mesquite trees. There is no shortage of beautiful plant life and diffused natural light. The Greenhouse can be configured in many ways and can accommodate up to 200 guests for a seated dinner or 250 for a ceremony or cocktail hour. The Quonset Hut is a two-story event space that is great for cocktail hours and receptions that run long into the night. This 1,900 square foot area includes front and back patio spaces accessed via large glass garage doors, perfect for overflow and mingling. For those seeking to make the most of the gorgeous Texan sunshine, the large property pond can serve as a backdrop for a private ceremony perfectly framed by two arched mesquite trees. Tenting or a traditional teepee can be erected for outdoor receptions on the 20’ diameter concrete pad. This cool cozy space has ample room for a bar, seating area, or a guest activation. For those looking for a unique ceremony configuration, a circular ceremony site can be set up around the teepee pad.

Services Offered

Before the big moment arrives, the wedding parties can prepare and relax in our charming renovated 1940’s farmhouse. Complete with a kitchen and full bathroom, the house is a serene space to unwind before the big walk down the aisle. An on-site venue manager will be on-hand to ensure that every fine detail is addressed before your big day. They can provide you with an extensive list of trusted vendors who have previously worked at Camino Real Ranch but will happily work with the vendors of your choosing. Food trucks are welcome and encouraged. You are also welcome to pre-wedding venue walkthroughs to help you envision your celebration.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$3,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$2,500

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Parking
Tables

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

20

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

4

Describe your venue:

Farm/Ranch

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What bar services do you provide?

Outside Alcohol

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Decor
Furniture
Photo booth
Tables
Tent Accessories

What transportation and access is available?

Parking

What months are included in your peak season?

March
April
May
June
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
July
August

Reviews of Camino Real Ranch

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Bailey Sent on 07/03/2023
5 out of 5 rating

June 23’ Wedding

Camino was a true gem! We booked almost 1.5 out and watching the amount they invested into each space made our day so special. The layout and flexibility of Camino is ideal to express creativity without limitations. Nicole, Jenn and Dani were wonderful to work with and made sure all of our guests were taken care of. My ONLY negative is the greenhouse needs additional ac. We had to rent a large unit to help with the Texas heat which cost us an extra $1500 despite splitting it 50/50 with another wedding that weekend. Overall, we had a great experience and so thankful for Camino and their staff!
Daniel
Daniel Sent on 08/14/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Camino made our day memorable

Camino Real Ranch made our wedding unforgettable. From a communication standpoint, Jenn and Nicole made everything so simple and walked us through everything that we needed to get done. They worked very well with our coordinator and caterer. What you want from a venue is confidence that they will work to make your wedding day memorable, and we definitely got that. They even worked with us to split the cost of a great AC unit between all the weddings that weekend, which helped greatly to combat the crazy Texas summer heat. And of course, the venue is beautiful. There are different locations you can have the ceremony and reception. There are also good options in case there is rain. We definitely recommend you touring this venue and seeing if it's for you!
Christine
Christine Sent on 01/06/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The best wedding venue, period.

As soon as we got engaged everyone asked when the wedding was, so my husband and I visited seven venues in the Austin area. 

While other venue's asked about catering and floral, the Camino Real Ranch women asked, "why are you having a wedding?" This question allowed us to stop and remember why we wanted to celebrate with family and friends. That first conversation guided our wedding planning process. We are so thankful for a venue who did not just expect us to check the boxes. 

The ranch is 25 minutes South of Austin and a pretty straight drive. Do you have guests traveling for your wedding? That quick drive past flat pastures and longhorn ranches reminds you that you're in Texas.

The venue is spacious and gorgeous. No need for complicated space flips or cramming people in when you can spread out wedding events through the hut, greenhouse, and yard. We had dinner outside, ceremony and reception in the greenhouse, the hut was a welcome area. I'd highly recommend setting the fire pit: we found a lot of guests socializing around the flames with s'mores. 

Camino Real Ranch also has furniture available at no additional cost, which saved us a ton of money on tables and chairs. The farmhouse tables are gorgeous and there is no need for linens. (In a previous life I planned events and there is nothing as frustrating as being nickel and dimed over renting tablecloths!)

Jenn and Nicole are wedding veterans who were easy to work with and communicate clearly. When my mom got sick before the event, I rented her a golf cart so that she could have autonomy and get around the venue. Jenn and Nicole were flexible and worked directly with the vendor to support drop off/pick up. (P.S. the venue might feel like it's "out there," but an ambulance can get there in 15 minutes -- something the team looked into for my family.)

I will not miss wedding planning, but I will miss working with the Camino Real Ranch team. We love what they are building and can't wait to see what is next!
Jona
Jona Sent on 05/12/2021
5 out of 5 rating

A Dream Venue!

Camino Real Ranch is a wedding venue dream come true. Owners Jenn and Nicole created this space thoughtfully, intentionally and artfully. The space is absolutely beautiful. We and our guests were in love with Camino Real Ranch. There is the artsy quonset hut that welcomes guests, and is the perfect space for cocktail hour. The converted greenhouse is gorgeous, and provides insane natural lighting, perfect for photographs. In addition, the venue has a vast expanse of land with stunning areas including the pond, gazebo and tipi terrace, with the design marrying the natural outdoors and modern architecture harmoniously. The groom’s and bridal suite are spacious and beautiful spaces to get ready and hang out in.

With prior expertise in weddings and events, it is obvious Jenn & Nicole created this space with weddings and wedding vendors in mind. If you ask some of the well known vendors in town, they are absolutely excited to work with this venue. They know the kindness of its owners, its thoughtful construction and the beauty that can be brought about on your special day. This venue provides everything you could possibly need: tables, chairs, furniture, a built-in bar, an easy rain plan, etc., and does it in the most beautiful and artistic way. In addition, they offer all of these amenities at a reasonable price, way better than most other venues in the Austin area.

Lastly, Jenn and Nicole are the kindest, sweetest and the best venue owners. They do their best to make sure your dream day is as beautiful and easiest as can be. They are responsive, and continuously looking for ways to improve and make Camino even more beautiful.

At this point in the review, you should go and see Camino’s beauty for yourself, and spend your perfect day there. We bet that you won’t regret it. We can’t wait to see the many couples who get to live out their big day in this awesome place; truly a dream come true in many ways!
Ashley
Ashley Sent on 08/19/2020
5 out of 5 rating

The best hidden gem of wedding venues!

This is the BEST little hidden secret when it comes to Austin weddings! I have NEVER seen ANYTHING like this venue in Texas! I highly recommend going to check out this venue - it will blow your mind in person, just as much as it blows your mind when you see all of it's beauty on Instagram. The best part about this place is that it is absolutely perfect when it comes to wedding flow, the reception greenhouse is a SHOW STOPPPER, the welcome/cocktail/grooms area has so many tiny gorgeous details, and then it's the perfect place to have your reception dinner. The details and thought put into this place is absolutely insane. The owners are two of the sweetest people we have ever met. 10 out of 10 recommend for weddings, elopements, photo shoots.. This place is SO GORGEOUS!!!!!
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Camino Real Ranch frequently asked questions

Camino Real Ranch includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Parking
  • Tables
The bar service starting price at Camino Real Ranch includes:
  • Bartender(s)
The space offered by Camino Real Ranch for wedding events is known for:
  • Farm/Ranch
Camino Real Ranch offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Camino Real Ranch offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Camino Real Ranch offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Camino Real Ranch offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Decor
  • Furniture
  • Photo booth
  • Tables
  • Tent Accessories
Camino Real Ranch is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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