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Matt & Adam Woolley
Matt & Adam Woolley
Owner

22 years in business

We speak English, German, Italian and Spanish

Small team (2-10 members)

Star Hill Ranch is a wedding venue located in Austin, Texas. A re-creation of a picturesque Texan Hill Country community, the ranch provides couples with an array of indoor and outdoor event spaces in a tranquil and elegant setting. A short drive away from downtown Auston, couples can escape the noise of the big city and enjoy the beautiful Texan countryside.

FacilIties and Capacity

The ranch can host the most luxurious and glamorous of celebrations as well as smaller more intimate gatherings. Couples who are seeking to make the most of the ranch's glorious grounds and the warm Texan sunshine, the ranch offers a number of outdoor event spaces, perfect for wedding ceremonies and receptions. The picture-perfect Arbor is a park-like ceremony area nestled amongst age-old oak trees and connected to the main building by a meandering stone pathway. The open-plan space can be configured in a variety of ways and is an idyllic setting for both small and large ceremonies. For traditional celebrations, the Little Chapel is a classic Texan Chapel accompanied by period lighting, a functional bell tower, and original pine floors. First built in 1899, the Chapel’s front grounds can also be used as an outdoor ceremony site. Couples can exchange vows at the chapel’s steps, with the bell tower overlooking proceedings. Additional event spaces include the Reception Hall, Fitzhugh Building, the Groom’s Quarters, and the Bridal Cottage. Other facilities at the ranch include the main street and plaza, a catering kitchen, and more.

We also have incredible Micro/Elopement Wedding spaces! If you just want to do a quick ceremony, or have a full wedding on a micro scale, we got you covered. We offer these spaces by the hour for DIY micro weddings and we have a number of inclusive packages. Let us know what will work best for you!

Services Offered

Star Hill Ranch offers each couple a number of event services and rental items to make their planning process run as smoothly and as stress-free as possible. Working in close relation with the ranch’s professional and experienced event planners, couples can ensure every aspect for their day is covered, leaving no small detail overlooked. Alternatively, couples can work with outside vendors to finalize their preparations and the day an overall success. The ranch’s starting event fee includes setup, chairs, tables, the bridal suite, and on-site parking. Other event services and event items available include but are not limited to:

  • Catering and bar services
  • Cleanup
  • Accommodations
  • All-inclusive packages
  • Dance floor
  • Lighting and audio equipment
  • Altar and arch
  • Liability insurance

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FAQ

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?

$5,000

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

$4,000

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

Yes

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

$5,000

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

$4,000

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

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$12

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

Bartender(s)
House Wine
Open Bar

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

2

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

8

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Farm/Ranch
Historic Building

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?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Outside Alcohol
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Furniture
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

March
April
May
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
July
August

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Reviews of Star Hill Ranch

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Star Hill Ranch receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from couples who hosted their weddings at the venue. The team, particularly Matt and Renee, is commended for their professionalism, communication, and attention to detail. Guests appreciated the unique and customizable space, indoor and outdoor options, and how well the team handled unexpected weather changes seamlessly. Reviewers highlight the extraordinary support and care provided by the staff, making the weddings flawless and memorable experiences. Many guests highly recommend Star Hill Ranch for its beauty, flexibility, and outstanding service.

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Star Hill Ranch receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from couples who hosted their weddings at the venue. The team, particularly Matt and Renee, is commended for their professionalism, communication, and attention to detail. Guests appreciated the unique and customizable space, indoor and outdoor options, and how well the team handled unexpected weather changes seamlessly. Reviewers highlight the extraordinary support and care provided by the staff, making the weddings flawless and memorable experiences. Many guests highly recommend Star Hill Ranch for its beauty, flexibility, and outstanding service.

Weddingwire
5.0/5 159 reviews
Google
4.8/5 350 reviews
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Bridgette Sent on 05/22/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best Venue, Best Day, Best People

I could not have been happier with this choice of venue for my wedding reception. Matt worked with my husband and I every step of the way, and you could tell he wanted our day to be just as special as we wanted it to be! After we had our tour of the venue, I just knew Star Hill Ranch was what I wanted for our day. It has such wonderful western scenery; all of the buildings each serve various purposes, and I was able to choose a lot of my own vendors. What's really great about this venue is that there are so many building options that you don't have to do anything outside in the Texas heat if you don't want to! We had our reception in August, and it was as hot as it could get. So we did everything inside and it was perfect! One of my favorite buildings was the saloon. This venue has limitless photo opportunities, and so much space to be really creative with how you want to approach your wedding event. When the sun went down and the lights turned on in the main area, there were even people who started dancing in the "street" during the sunset...it was magical. I could not possibly recommend this venue any more highly than I have expressed in this review. The cherry ontop was that it was even the most cost-effective option for us. Thank you, Matt!!! Even almost a year later, I think back on this experience with such incredibly fond memory.
Gretta
Gretta Sent on 01/26/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding at Star Hill Ranch

My husband and I hosted our wedding at Star Hill Ranch in September 2025 and we only have wonderful things to say about Star Hill Ranch. Planning a wedding can be a very intimidating process, but Matt and his team at Star Hill Ranch made it easy, smooth, and such a fun and positive experience. Working with Matt, Renee, and the rest of their team was amazing. Star Hill Ranch allows for a customizable experience and they work with you and your budget so you can plan the wedding of your dreams. We had the best time planning our wedding and our special day was flawless, beautiful, and simply the best day ever. Star Hill Ranch provides such a unique space with beautiful outdoor and indoor options, perfect for any wedding vision, season, weather, and event size.

We are already thinking of the next event we can have at Star Hill Ranch!
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Jacquelyn Sent on 01/11/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible Venue! Highly Recommend!

Highly recommend this venue! It is gorgeous, the chapel was utterly incredible (selling point for the bride as it was what she was looking for!), Fitzhugh building was perfect for the wedding reception, and the bride and grooms quarters was amazing!
Our experience from start to finish was nothing short of amazing. Matt is relatable, communicative, professional, and kind. He's willing to work with you in any and all matters. When we first inquired of the venue, he answered all our questions and set us up with a walk through. During the walk through, his attention was solely on us, making us feel valued, seen and heard. During the planning process, he recommended vendors to us that he works with that turned out to be incredible. Our wedding day was nothing short of perfect. Matt and his team handled everything. Highly, highly recommend this venue!
Ashley
Ashley Sent on 01/08/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The Best Day

This was the second venue that we toured, and the moment we stepped out of the car, we knew we had to book this for our wedding. Every inch of this place tells a story and has an amazing vibe. Matt and Renee were a dream to work with. They understood our vision and tried to make any ideas we had work. It happened to be the one time in Texas it rained for our day (of course!), but it actually turned out to be stunning weather. They were so fast shifting between rain and sun plans, still accommodated what we had in mind while also ensuring our guests were taken care of. They have amazing connections with people in the wedding business, literally every recco we went with they provided was perfect. I still am depressed about the day being over because it was just that good. I will forever recommend this venue - you truly can't go wrong.
Annie
Annie Sent on 01/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The Perfect Wedding Venue, Run by the Most Wonderful People

From the very beginning, Star Hill Ranch felt like home. From our first interaction, Matt (co-owner) made us feel so genuinely welcome and supported, and the moment we stepped foot on the property, we just knew it was the perfect place for our wedding. The beauty, warmth, and character of the venue are unmatched.

Throughout the entire process—from signing the initial contract to even days after our wedding—Matt and his daughter Renee were nothing short of incredible. After our celebration, we accidentally left behind a few deeply meaningful items, and Matt was kind enough to personally meet up with me so I could retrieve them. That level of care truly speaks volumes about the people behind this venue.

Renee, who we hired as our month-of coordinator, was an absolute dream to work with. She is thoughtful, organized, communicative, and asked all the right questions to fully understand and execute our vision. She truly nailed it. Despite having coordinated a 500+ guest wedding the day before, both Renee and Matt were completely on top of everything for our smaller celebration the following day. Renee even brought in friends to help assemble my bouquet and set up our décor and table decorations—above and beyond in every sense.

Her communication with our vendors and her coordination throughout the event were impeccable, allowing us to be fully present and enjoy every moment of our day. Our friends and family (who traveled from all over the U.S. and even as far as Europe, Dubai, and Australia) could not stop raving about the venue. Many said it was one of their favorite weddings and wedding locations they had ever experienced.

We are endlessly grateful to the Star Hill Ranch team for making our wedding dreams come true. Their kindness, professionalism, and genuine love for what they do shine through in every detail. We truly cannot recommend them, and their stunning venue, enough.
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Jessica Sent on 12/18/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Star hill ranch is beautiful

I cannot recommend Star Hill Ranch enough. We hosted our wedding there in October, and it was absolutely an amazing day. From start-to-finish, Matt and his team made us feel like family. Matt and his team made themselves available for all our planning questions and they are all truly rockstars. The venue is beautiful and perfect for history lovers and couples looking for a unique and beautiful venue.
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Corey Sent on 03/27/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing venue!!!

10/10 highly recommend. We had our wedding here and it was PERFECT. Everything was gorgeous and staff was a dream to work with. If you want a venue that is both unique and intimate, this is the one!
Brook
Brook Sent on 02/25/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Matt and his crew are the warmest and kindest folks you’ll ever meet. I cannot recommend them enough.

You’ll feel like family with Matt and his crew. The wedding was gorgeous and the service was impeccable. You won’t get a better vibe from this venue. From the lighting to the various options you have and beautiful rain options you just cannot go wrong.
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Michael Sent on 12/30/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Perfection!

Couldn't have asked for a better night. Matt, Renee and the crew were awesome and the venue was beautiful.
M
Mike Sent on 12/29/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Awesome experience and beautiful venue!

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!
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Founder/Owner
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GoldenLight Photo & Video GoldenLight Photo & Video Wedding Videographers

This venue is absolutely amazing! The photos we took here made for some of the very best we have ever had the opportunity to shoot. This place truly is a must-see. Once you do, you won't book anywhere else.

All Heart Photography All Heart Photography Wedding Photographers

I absolutely love Star Hill Ranch! The town they have built out there is amazing! I love the old-time feel at night with the cafe lights across the street. As a photographer, going through all the buildings is like I'm a kid in a candy shop. So many great photo ideas! And the management is fantastic, which is exactly what you want on your wedding day.

DeeJay Handyman Entertainment DeeJay Handyman Entertainment Wedding DJs

Star Hill Ranch Wedding Venue is one of the most rustic and beautiful locations in the West Austin area that we've had the opportunity of DJing. The venue screams of an old-time western feel. We look forward to helping deliver many quality weddings at this spectacular venue! The staff members are professional and very friendly.

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Star Hill Ranch frequently asked questions

Star Hill Ranch includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Star Hill Ranch includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Star Hill Ranch includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
The space offered by Star Hill Ranch for wedding events is known for:
  • Banquet Hall
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Historic Building
Star Hill Ranch offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Star Hill Ranch offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Star Hill Ranch offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Star Hill Ranch offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Furniture
  • Tables
Star Hill 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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