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From a covered terrace, Lake Travis reaches all the way to the horizon while rolling hills dotted with deer frame the water below. The Terrace at Highland Lakes is an Austin wedding venue in Lago Vista, Texas, where lakefront light, stone fireplaces, and sweeping sunsets set an unforgettable Hill Country scene.

As a Hill Country wedding venue, the Terrace holds its ceremony on a covered overlook above Lake Travis, complete with a stone fireplace and some of the finest sunsets in the region. Cocktail hour moves easily indoors or out, with a lounge and bar area anchored by a pool table, and the reception opens to rolling hills and wildlife in every view. The setting welcomes up to 120 guests and pairs an indoor fireplace with a spacious outdoor one.

Every wedding is carried by spacious getting ready suites, dog-friendly ceremony spaces, flexible vendor packages for a curated wedding experience, and white glove planning services, with indoor and outdoor bar options that follow the party wherever it goes. Packages are also available with flexible add-ons for catering, bar service, entertainment, florals, and more.

Your wedding party settles into the lounge, where the pool table and bar make for a relaxed start. Vows are exchanged with the lake stretching behind you and the stone fireplace framing the altar, then cocktail hour drifts between indoor comfort and open-air views as deer move across the hillsides. As the reception fills the terrace, sunset colors shift across the water and the celebration eases into the evening.

The Terrace at Highland Lakes draws on more than 20 years of experience under the Walters Wedding Estates name, bringing proven expertise to every lakeside celebration. Two decades of hosting weddings is the foundation beneath each smooth, unhurried day here.

Schedule a private tour of The Terrace at Highland Lakes in Lago Vista — our team is ready to help you plan a celebration that is entirely yours.

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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?

$2,000

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
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

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

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$24

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

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Signature Drink

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

50

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

4

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Beach
Country/Golf Club
Garden
Loft
Rooftop
Waterfront

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
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
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Aisle Markers
Aisle Runners
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

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 The Terrace at Highland Lakes

Becky
Becky Sent on 03/04/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Top notch coordination team

We had our wedding here at The Terrace at Highland Lakes, and it was beyond amazing! They have different levels of all-inclusive packages so the entire process was seamless and stress-free for us. It truly exceeded our expectations. I loved how large the bridal suite is, the grooms area had a pool table, fireplaces can be lit to add to the ambience and the terrace is covered so the slight rain didn't affect us at all. The coordination was top-notch, and our coordinator Gabi went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect. She made sure I was comfortable, happy, and stress-free throughout the entire day. Our DJ (Caleb) and the entire staff also ensured that we were well taken care of. I couldn't have asked for a better experience. Highly recommend!
Anna
Anna Sent on 08/25/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Stunning and absolutely perfect!

The Terrace was amazing! We had the best experience. Not only are the views absolutely breath taking but the ownership is beyond wonderful. I had complete trust they would make the day perfect and boy did they exceed expectations. Everything I wanted was realized and then done better than I could even imagine. I also loved that they were so flexible with floor plan arrangements and indoor/outdoor options. I’m so happy we chose The Terrace!
Danni
Danni Sent on 11/29/2024
4.8 out of 5 rating

Best day of Coordinator ever!

The Terrace at Highland Lakes was an absolute dream venue for our wedding. From the very beginning, their communication style was direct, understanding and open - they were always quick to respond to our questions and accommodate our needs. The quality of their work and value was exceptional. We had our wedding at about 4:30/5 P.M., which was a great time with the sun setting and creating a beautiful glow. The deer were outside watching it all, and the overall view was simply stunning. The inside was clean and open, but the best part was the bridal suite - it was the perfect space for us to get ready in comfort and style.

Gabi, the day-of coordinator, was the ultimate MVP. She accommodated us with just about anything we asked for, constantly made sure I was fed and hydrated, and even stepped in to help my bridesmaids with anything they needed. She did more for us on the day than our year-long planner. I wish I had Gabi as my planner as well, because she truly made our special day even more magical. We are so grateful to the entire team at The Terrace at Highland Lakes for helping to create the wedding of our dreams.
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The Terrace at Highland Lakes frequently asked questions

The Terrace at Highland Lakes includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The Terrace at Highland Lakes includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at The Terrace at Highland Lakes includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
  • Signature Drink
The space offered by The Terrace at Highland Lakes for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Beach
  • Country/Golf Club
  • Garden
  • Loft
  • Rooftop
  • Waterfront
The Terrace at Highland Lakes offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Terrace at Highland Lakes offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Terrace at Highland Lakes 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
The Terrace at Highland Lakes offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Markers
  • Aisle Runners
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Photo booth
  • Tables
The Terrace at Highland Lakes is recommended by 99% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in quality of service, 5 in flexibility, 5 in professionalism, 5 in value and 4.7 in average response time.
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