Elegant Boutique, Historic, Packages&Venue only
$3,000 starting price
NWHouston, Katy, College Station
Service area
101 to 150 guests
Holds ceremonies and receptions
Stormye Puffer
COORDINATOR
AWARD WINNER (6X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
The Grand Texana is an elegantly rustic boutique wedding venue in Hempstead, TX. It's out of the ordinary, offering extraordinary all-inclusive weddings . . . stress free! We specialize in creating an intimate, upscale wedding experience for weddings with up to 150 guests.
Our 2 white historic barns & estate are rich with charm and unmatched ambiance. We are not a commercial built building to look rustic or like a barn. Our Reception Barn and Chapel Barn are nestled amongst shady Pecan Groves, surrounded by rolling ranch land. We are the real thing, including the distinction of being designated a true historic landmark.
You may choose an exquisite outdoor ceremony site or select our 2nd white historic Barn converted to an amazing chapel for your ceremony. It has a wall of windows overlooking the spacious and lush ranchland and flooding the chapel with natural light. It has all the architectural elements to make for a one-of-a-kind, romantic chapel ceremony, including lanterns and antique white church pews.
Also, the farmstead includes 2 separate cottages for day-of activity, dressing and preparations for the evening.
In the evening, lighting casts a magical glow throughout the property, including tree lights in the orchard and bistro lights. After the reception dinner, the party can flow out onto the 1200 square foot attached covered barn pavilion, unveiling the large Texas skies, surrounded with more bistro lights and room to spare for dancing and celebration.
Our venue is a perfect match for those wanting beautifully appointed designs, full service, florals, food, vendors and warm, professional service in addition to a lifetime of unmatched experiences and memories, creating your BEST DAY EVER!
No time or ability to pull it all together for your dream wedding? Check out our upscale ALL INCLUSIVE PACKAGES- STRESS FREE!! Includes your personal day of coordinator. We create all the beautiful details & you just show up & enjoy a peaceful & fun wedding celebration without the drama. Come see what the buzz is about. Just Amazing!
We are conveniently located on Hwy 290 between Houston,katy, Austin, Brenham, Tx A&M.
Woman-owned Business
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Starting prices don't include service fees, taxes, gratuity, and rental fees. Guest count and seasonality may also affect prices.
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Guest Capacity
Up to 150
Settings
Barn
Farm & Ranch
Estate
Historic Venue
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Cakes & Desserts
Food & Catering
Rentals & Equipment
Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
Stormye Puffer
Coordinator
Stormye is the Day-Of-Coordinator. She is a graduate of Dallas Baptist University and was actually our first bride at The Grand Texana nearly 5 years ago! She lives in Cypress with her husband, Ryan & her adorable son, Redford. She values family above all else and is thrilled to be working alongside her grandparents! Stormye is also a school teacher in the Cy-Fair school district. She is creative, fun & has a great sense of humor, she's never met a stranger that wasn't automatically a friend! Stormye is the perfect person to handle your big day.
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4.8
out of 5.079 reviews
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Mallori W
5.0
12/21/2021
They made everything perfect. I fell in love with the chapel and the entire place. It’s historic which the history nerd in me loved. We did the inclusive package and it made everything a lot easier. The vendors they have are also amazing so you can’t go wrong.
Maureen C
5.0
11/23/2021
Our daughter chose this venue and we couldn’t have been more delighted. This was a fairy tale wedding in a charming, rustic, romantic setting. Everyone was so kind and so helpful. They went above and beyond to be accommodating and make sure everything went so smoothly. The ceremony was inside a quaint church with a wonderful indoor reception and dancing under the stars. This was a simple but elegant setting for a Christ honoring wedding. We are so thankful for a beautiful day, fabulous wedding and a blessed marriage.
response 12/04/2021
Thank you for taking the time to submit this wonderful and touching review. It is Moms lik...
e you that make it a joy for us to host such meaningful celebrations for brides and grooms. Your daughter and son-in- law are blessed to be surrounded by such loving families! Thank you again.
Any questions?
Stacey G
1.0
9/14/2021
No rehearsal the night before. It has to be done the morning of.
You’re not allowed on the grounds until 11:30 AM.
Our hair/makeup team needed to start by 9:30 for pictures at 2:30. We offered to pay the $300/hr for TWO extra hours. Anne said no because staff needed to clean, even though they didn’t have an event the night before.
I expressed concern with a five-hour event. Anne insisted couples get tired and want to leave early. She finally agreed to a six-hour event after I said how disappointed our families were with her lack of willingness to work with us.
I reached out about whether ice was provided. She said it was, but then said it wasn’t. She stated she had said yes because she would have ice for water but not for other drinks. After showing the email where she said it was provided, she agreed.
The staff does not cut the cake. A family member has to cut it. Unusual for an event, as there is normally a cake cutting fee. Anne said no to providing that service.
We wanted an ice cream truck. Anne said no.
We received an email stating there should be minimal drinking while getting ready on the grounds. It was restated by Anne in the morning, saying, “emphasis on minimal.”
A man drove the golf cart to take the bridal party to the chapel. I asked if it was time to take us, as we were sitting there for a while. He said that the staff would radio him. We watched our wedding video and, for one minute and twenty-eight seconds, everyone was turned around watching the door waiting for my dad and me.
A $1,000 retainer was collected. Anne sat in and/or around the chapel the ENTIRE cocktail hour to dictate where people were drinking because her floor wasn't sealed. Anne asked multiple people to stand outside with their drink, including our uncle, who has Parkinson’s. She should not have been walking around enforcing rules with guests. That is why you collect a retainer.
Despite seating chart, staff put eight plates at every table. Guests decided to move around to other tables which left one table empty and one table with two guests. My MIL and FIL felt badly for the two guests, whom they had never met before, and decided to eat dinner with them.
We dealt with a tornado warning in Southern Waller County, thirty miles from The Grand Texana. “The National Weather Service send out alerts when a tornado or other immediate emergency is happening. They're distributed to all phones within a certain radius of the emergency.” We were not within the radius. My main complaint how it was handled. We had the venue until 10:30, as we paid the additional fees. Denise brought her phone up to me TWICE on the dance floor IN FRONT of my guests to show the radar. Then, Anne and Denise walked up to us again while on the dance floor and Anne said, “We’re shutting it down.” She asked us to go inside to talk. She told us she “couldn’t hear” and made the DJ turn the music off. Guests sat outside for fifteen minutes in silence. We were told guests needed to come inside and be gone by 10 PM. After that, we never saw Anne or Denise. Denise didn’t setup a send-off so we didn’t have one. Neither were around to assist with clean up, but of course, Anne complained about a bottle being disposed of incorrectly. However, we were left to ask the security guard if it looked the way Anne would like it.
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Anne had her hand in every detail every step of the way. She is passive aggressive and not flexible at all. Look elsewhere.
Hannah S
5.0
6/21/2021
The Grand Texana is a historic rustic barn wedding venue with its white chapel and reception that is intimate & romantic. The venue lays in beautiful green pastures filled with flowers and few curious cow friends. It was beautiful and perfect in every possible way for our big day!
response 06/22/2021
It WAS wonderful to have a few curious cow friends show up on your special day! :) I kno...
w how busy life can get for newlyweds following the big day, and we doubly appreciate the time you took to let us know that you were so pleased with your beautiful wedding day. Y'all are a true joy and a breath of fresh air and we wish you a lifetime of abundant blessings!
Jessica & Bryan B
5.0
5/06/2021
We are active duty military stationed in Germany, and our family knew planning our wedding from across the world would be quite the undertaking, let alone one in 3 months’ notice! Catering, DJ, bakery goods, day-of coordinator, vendor recommendations and STUNNING decorations were all included! We were emailed thorough written guides of all necessary planning steps, which was perfect for us! The historic barn, chapel, and bride/groom cottages were all beautiful facilities, and they made our wedding day feel that much more romantic. Anne and Denise were both lovely to work with, thorough to ensure no details we missed on our big day, and happy to assist with questions and last-minute needs. If you are in need of beautiful, rustic, low-stress wedding venue, this is the place!
response 06/22/2021
Wow, what a pleasure to assist you and your families in getting that knot tied! :) Y'al...
l are the most kind and gracious couple and it was a thrill to host your sweet and beautiful celebration. We are appreciative of you both, along with your amazing families, and all the glowing compliments. Means so much!
Dawn B
5.0
4/25/2021
The Grand Texana was perfect! As MOG, my only involvement was oohhh and ahhing over the wonderful choices my future daughter-in-law and her mother were making. From what I understand, the wedding coordinators worked well with their family, including being accommodating with meetings and planning with my d-in-law being out of the country.
The grounds are beautiful, the venues are gorgeous. I love the history of the venues and it added so much charm to our event. The groom's carriage house is understated yet elegant, and the bridal cottage is breathtaking, spacious and decorated so lovely.
There were several drawbacks that didn't affect our event much, but there are rules in place based on what the venue has endured due to other wedding parties taking advantage of The Grand Texana. Just be aware of them, and note that the venue has had to implement those because others act inappropriately. If you're unsure...really read what they are expecting of you as these are followed quite closely, including time frames.
I would say it would be beneficial to the venue to provide outdoor seating for those who are infirmed (or tired of dancing!) during the hors d'oeuvres hour and during the dancing, rather than having guests bring chairs in from the reception.
Also, if the weather is to be cold, and you're having dancing, bring blankets for your guests. Our evening turned quite brisk and ended up raining, and despite the heaters our bride's family brought it, it was still very cold for those who were not dancing. As well, if rain is predicted, bring umbrellas. You can go from the chapel to the reception and dancing area without getting wet, but if you need to use the restrooms, that pathway is uncovered.
response 06/22/2021
We always love hearing from the Moms! Thanks so much for all the kind words and for addin...
g so much to their big day! It was beautiful and those two are an adorable couple and I know you rightfully must be very proud. Congratulations and thanks so much!
Denise B
5.0
4/18/2021
Beautiful venue! Anne and Stormye were so gracious and helpful even in the midst of a pandemic. Stormye was close by on the wedding day and kept us on schedule and made sure we had a perfect day. Food was great. It meant so much to see my daughter and son-in-law smiling nonstop. Don’t hesitate to book this venue!
response 06/22/2021
How nice it is to hear from the awesome parents too! You can be so proud of your beautifu...
l daughter and handsome son-in-law. It was a joy for us to get to know you all and to host the amazing celebration. Thanks so much from our family to yours!
William D
5.0
4/13/2021
Anne and Stormye helped my fiance and I reschedule our original wedding date due to COVID and made the process very easy on us. They also helped us ensure that our guests would feel safe and socially distanced at the ceremony and reception and still have a good time. We went with the all inclusive package which made planning very easy for my wife. The DJ was very easy to work with and the food options were perfect. The dessert bar and cake option was so unique and our guests loved it. Stormye kept my wife calm and made our day run so smoothly. Could not have asked for a smoother wedding than that, especially while dealing with a pandemic! Thank you all!
response 06/22/2021
We are so thrilled to hear, that in spite of the pandemic, you were able to have some grea...
t celebration memories created here. Y'all are an amazing couple and so kind to let us know about your appreciation! We count ourselves fortunate to call you a part of The Grand Texana family :)
Erica B
5.0
4/13/2021
After Anne and Stormye helped us reschedule our original wedding date due to COVID, we finally had our wedding in the summer once restrictions started lifting. Anne and Stormye did their best to help us ensure that the ceremony and reception were socially distanced and that our guests would feel safe and still have a good time. Everyone on their staff made our day run so smoothly and the all inclusive package was had such nice gorgeous decorations. The DJ was great, the food was so good that we saw guests going for seconds and even thrids, and the dessert bar was so heavenly that my fiance and I snatched a cake ball from it before we had even gotten our dinner plates! (we still dream about those cake balls) Stormye made our day run so smoothly and calmly- and even body blocked a late guest from trying to walk down the aisle as the wedding processional was going! What a life saver! Could not have asked for a smoother wedding than that, especially while dealing with a pandemic! Thank you all!
response 06/22/2021
Reviews like yours just makes our day! Knowing that you had such a wonderful experience h...
ere is what it is all about for us. All our vendors appreciate the compliments as well. Thanks for your generosity and the glowing review!!
Tasha C
2.0
3/24/2021
Beware of this venue. The Grand Texana has beautiful features but is oddly laid out. The bridal suite is across the venue far away from everything else. The bathrooms for guests are in a completely different building then the reception area. If it rains you will get soaked going to the restroom. I was in a wedding there just recently. The Bride, bridesmaids and myself(Matron of honor)arrived at the time told to us by the venue. When we arrived (40 mins prior to the ceremony)I was sternly spoken to by the wedding coordinator and demanded to be at the chapel in 10 minutes with all the other bridesmaids. There was no need to rush us to stand in a chapel for 30 minutes prior to the ceremony. Once we frantically rushed over we stood idly waiting for absolutely no reason, the same as the Groom and Groomsmen. Before the ceremony began the Bride was rushed into the same area her groom was standing where he could see her!! This is totally unacceptable! To say she was livid is an understatement. After the ceremony the reception took place. The Bride and Groom were rushed to do everything and were even asked 45 minutes prior to the reception being over if the venue could start picking up decor and cleaning up. Ridiculous!! They are paying to have the FULL experience. The entire wedding party felt as though the Venue wanted to get the wedding done and over with.
Brides and Grooms, if you are wanting a Wedding that flows easy and are wanting a magical experience, this is not the venue for you.
Jill P
2.0
3/18/2021
This venue is very pretty. We had a short, 5 hour event (Sunday Brunch Wedding). We were very rushed upon arriving to the venue, had no time to even say hello to our bridal party, and felt that the venue just wanted to get things over with. We gave the venue our arrival times, which they said were totally fine, but as soon as people began arriving, we were hurried to get things done. We were not allowed to arrive earlier than 10AM, with a ceremony beginning at 11AM. This would have been fine, but there was no reason to rush my Groom and his Groomsmen into the chapel at 10:30. He didn't even have time to give his groomsmen their gifts and say thank you. If this was going to be so rushed, we should have been advised of this and/or allowed to arrive a bit earlier.
I do see that this brunch wedding is no longer an option offered on their website packages, so maybe we were the last couple to be able to have the inclusive brunch wedding and they were ready to get things over with.
I was asked, while the reception was still going on, if they could start clearing out decor. There is a paid hour cleanup at the end of the reception - this shouldn’t have even been a question.
All in all, we felt we couldn't even enjoy our day because of how rushed we were.
EDIT: The response from the venue is comical at best. We chose our start time, asked the venue if it was okay, had invitations printed, and then were told the earliest we could arrive was 10AM. At NO point was it appropriate to rush my groom into the chapel at 10:30AM, usher me into the chapel while my groom was standing in plain view of me before the ceremony, or ask if clean up could begin before the reception was over. This venue is deceptive at best and, judging by the responses to the other bad reviews, are passive aggressive in their comments. Spend a little extra and go somewhere else, brides. It’s not worth it here.
response 03/20/2021
We are glad to hear you appreciated how beautiful the venue was - the rain might have kept...
some guests away, but your ceremony was so lovely. We are confused by your complaints about the schedule. As is our practice with each couple, our coordinator held a meeting to discuss those scheduling details with you 30 days prior to the wedding. You personally approved the day-of-wedding schedule. We explained that our staff couldn’t have the venue ready until 10 am, yet you chose an 11 am ceremony start time. We even gave you an extra hour at no additional charge. It seems that maybe your disappointment had more to do with your planning choices and package selection than the venue itself. Our staff gave 100% to make your day beautiful, from the day you booked with us until your send-off, as we do with every single bride and groom.
Isaiah L
5.0
4/20/2020
This venue was absolutely PHENOMENAL! My wife and I had our wedding in February and the way the sun set on the property was breathtaking. There were two separate barns; one for the ceremony and one for the reception, both of which were incredibly beautiful and super spacious! The best part was they were super close together. There was no walking across the property to get from the ceremony to the reception, they were only a short stroll away from each other. Stormye and Anne provided us an altogether complete and amazing experience, both on our wedding day and leading up to the wedding. They both made sure everything was in place and ready to go physically on wedding day, but also planning everything out in the months prior: nothing was left out or forgotten.
If you’re looking for a wedding venue to provide a next level wedding, seriously consider The Grand Texana. We didn’t just get married there, we made memories that’ll last a lifetime and truly created the best day of our lives.
response 04/21/2020
You just proved we have the best grooms in Texas who get married here! You won all our h...
earts right along with your sweet new bride's. We always love hearing the gentleman's perspective and we can't thank you enough for taking the time to write such an amazing review!
Elana J
5.0
4/20/2020
If you are looking for the perfect venue, LOOK NO FURTHER! My fiancé and I lived out of state at the time we booked the venue, and Stormye, the wedding coordinator, was so helpful! She gave us a FaceTime tour and answered all of our questions. The venue was EVERYTHING I had dreamed of! The all inclusive package made our wedding day so easy, especially since we lived out of state. Decorations, DELICIOUS food, desserts, wedding cake, the DJ and more were all provided for us! It was so stress-free I felt like I had to be forgetting something, but I wasn’t, it was already taken care of by Stormye and Anne! The property is breath taking, we had so many compliments. One of my favorite features was the Bridal Cottage, it was so awesome! It had a full kitchen, bathroom and shower, mirrors and vanity’s to get ready, closets, couches, and the cutest decorations! It was seriously the cutest house ever and I loved being able to stay there and get ready with my bridesmaids and mom that morning. The entire day was a breeze and I loved every second of it!
response 04/21/2020
So glad you and your girls enjoyed your sweet time in the bridal cottage! You have surrou...
nded yourselves with amazing and big hearted friends. That says a lot about a person. We adore you and your new hubby. Wishing you years and years of wedded bliss. Thank you for the amazing review!
Jenn S
3.0
4/19/2020
As much as I wish I was writing an amazing review right now, that’s unfortunately not the case. If you would have asked me 2 months ago, this would be a 5 star review. The Grand Texana was great from our first venue tour, taking my bridal portraits on site, to working with me on my requests. Ann and Stormye were very friendly and were always there to answer my questions. We had our 30 day meeting and everything seemed like it was going to be perfect and I truly thought it was going to be. Unfortunately about 2 weeks after the 30 day meeting the Covid-19 became serious and our wedding unfortunately had to be canceled. At first Ann was very helpful and apologetic, but then the question came if we were going to get our money back and the answer was no we had to go through our wedding insurance. I then remembered they required us to purchase wedding insurance and it was part of the contract that we buy it(we paid for it not the venue). Which thank God we had it because we would have lost $15,000. Basically what I am saying is that it just doesn’t sit right with me that a venue gets to keep $15,000 for not providing all of the services. I would understand if it was our fault that it was canceled and they could have had a wedding in our spot and earn money on that. But that just simply is not the case, the Covid-19 was something that was out of our control.
response 04/21/2020
Thanks for noting the caring service we have provided you. We would also like to mention t...
hat we were mandated to close and offered to reschedule your date. We were sad and disappointed it was declined.
One of the unique things our venue implements to insure our couples’ investment is protected in the event of unexpected disasters, is to require not only liability insurance, but cancellation coverage. As a courtesy to each, we order the policies for them and are reimbursed the cost, which is less than $300.
I am grateful you were insured and did not have to suffer a painful financial loss during this unprecedented, difficult time for us all.
We continue to wish you well.
Justin K
5.0
1/24/2020
The Grand Texana was the absolute perfect choice for our wedding! The venue and grounds are stunning, Stormye and Anne and their team are so attentive to everything, and their vendors are top notch. From the first meeting with Anne to the final coordination with Stormye, it's so clear that they are experts at what they do. You can really tell they work tirelessly to make sure that your day is perfect. It was awesome to be able to relax in the groom's cottage with some of my closest friends while watching college football on the big screen and getting ready for the ceremony. I would 100% recommend the Grand Texana to anyone!
response 01/27/2020
Thank you Justin! We love hearing from our grooms and so happy to know that your accommod...
ations at The Groom's Carriage House were enjoyable and appreciated by you and your friends. Our best wishes to you and Mackenzie!!!
TRAVIS H
5.0
1/22/2020
The venue and staff were amazing.
Everyone loved the beautiful setting with the barn.
Made for amazing pictures and an amazing night
response 01/22/2020
Thanks for checking in and for the compliments. We do love hearing back from the best gro...
oms in Texas!
Mackenzie K
5.0
1/22/2020
I am a student in Tennessee at the moment, and I knew planning our wedding from a distance wouldn't be easy. That's why I went with The Grand Texana's all-inclusive package. If you're short on spare time for researching vendors, but still want a unique and beautiful wedding, this package is for you! Catering, DJ, cake (and delicious desserts), security, month-of coordination, and TONS of beautiful decor were all included in one price and one contract. (Every vendor included is amazing, btw.) AND Stormye & Anne recommended one of their favorite photographers, who was also amazing. Having so many important details already taken care of brought me so much peace of mind. Having vendors that know the venue and know each other cut down on so much communication and coordination from me, which gave me more energy to focus on our personal touches and the JOY of marrying the love of my life!!! Stormye & Anne - THANK YOU for the best day ever!
response 01/22/2020
Mackenzie, the pleasure of having you get married here was all ours and we thank you! I a...
m so glad you gave a thumbs up to our awesome vendors too and will pass it on to them all. They are a big part of helping make a seamless, beautiful day here. Happy New Year to you both!!
Shannon H
5.0
1/21/2020
The Grand Texana had the historic charm and amenities that I was looking for in a venue. Being from Texas, I had to have a little old along with clean elegance and this venue hit the spot!
I called to schedule a viewing a little over a year out and was able to book the viewing instantly - now to get the groom and my bestie to come with me! We met Anne in the office of the venue and her sweet charm had us smiling from ear to ear. We were excited to see this place! She took us on the tour - the property itself is adorned with huge trees and white barns and cottages - my mind was running wild with all the possibilities! Our first stop was the Groom's Cottage - near the front of the property and large enough for the guys to feel at home and settle nerves before meeting up with the girls later. We then came upon the white structure,open to the elements with a RED chandelier hanging (this was one of the main reasons for seeing this venue in person) on our way to the Bride's Cottage. This cottage was decorated with so many personal touches and very spacious to have areas for makeup, hair, sipping champagne and even changing into our dresses. Next stop on the tour was the Chapel - the part of the historic dairy barn! Such a cool place and very bright and airy. I'm pretty sure at this point the future hubs knew I was going to make up my mind almost instantly. Anne took us to the reception area where we entered through the Big Red Sliding Barn Doors...and I saw inside and tears came to both my eyes and my bridesmaid's and we looked at the groom and all smiled - we all knew this was the place to have the best day of our lives!
Anne ran through the options and packages and we decided that day, this was the venue for our special day.
Stormye was in contact with me and keep me on track with the decisions that needed to be made for the year leading up to the BIG DAY. I had so many questions!! But they both put me at ease and made planning fun!
The Big Day came and I couldn't have asked for better bridesmaids, groomsmen or vendors to make this day complete and fun. The Grand Texana will work with you to make your dream wedding a reality. I literally only had to bring photos and a few personal sentiments to turn this venue into a perfect setting for SHINE1109 - the whole property is just beautiful.
Thank you ladies for a day I will never forget and of course to my awesome Groom who let me pick the venue! Wink Wink!
Highly recommend this venue and staff!
response 01/22/2020
Shannon, we are blushing over here!! What a beautiful review you gave us. Thanks for ta...
king your time to do this . You and Travis were very easy and fun to pamper and it means everything that you enjoyed your wonderful day. It was gorgeous!
Sarah O
5.0
12/04/2019
Hands down the best venue! The first time you walk on to the property, you instantly feel like family. Stormye and Anne are amazing!! They will make your dream wedding come true. I want to go back to my wedding day over and over. Even the cows came out to visit.
response 12/04/2019
Sarah, we love you guys and appreciate the glowing compliments!! The cows have missed you...
:))
Andrew H
5.0
12/02/2019
The venue was beautiful! It was beautiful when I toured it, but I was amazed on how well they prepared it for our big day. Stormye and her grandmother were great coordinators, I could not have asked for a better pair. Would literally recommend to anyone!
response 12/04/2019
Andrew, thank you!! We are honored that you got married here and thrilled to know you lov...
ed it.
Ty M
5.0
12/02/2019
From Start to finish the Grand Texana was a 5 star experience. The facility is amazing and spacious, the team was very accommodating and made our experience one of a kind. Groomsman cottage was perfect.
response 12/04/2019
Ty, thanks for taking the time to write this much appreciated review! Glad to know when ...
the grooms love their space too!
Ashlynn H
5.0
12/02/2019
The Grand Texana was the best place that I could have possibly had my big day! The moment that I saw all of the beautiful white walls, my photographer heart sang. Stormye was super helpful throughout the process as I asked about a million questions. When the day came, everything went seamlessly and beautifully (believe me, the photos are STUNNING)! It was incredible and I recommend it to anyone looking for the perfect place to have your big day.
response 12/04/2019
Ashlynn, you made our day with this beautiful review and we appreciate you! Your wedding ...
was stunning and can’t wait to see all the photos :)
Brittani S
5.0
8/20/2019
I can't even begin to put into words how amazing our wedding way. From the first email to the last Ann and Stormye were amazing. They were always in contact with me, going over details and making sure that we had everything we needed. My husband and I wanted a stress-free wedding so we choose the all inclusive package that handles everything; food, cake, dj, security, and bartenders. Our guest where not only in awe of how beautiful the venue is they were also blown away with how delicious the dinner and cake were. My dream wedding that I imaged turned into a true fairytale wedding. If you are looking for a venue to treat you like family, this is it. Thank you again to Ann and Stormye for a fantastic wedding.
response 08/21/2019
We are so grateful that you took the time to show such touching appreciation and share you...
r uplifting comments with us and all future brides who read this. It means so much! You are the best!
Bryce C
5.0
6/10/2019
We had the best wedding day ever at The Grand Texana! The food was delicious, the decor was stunning, and the venue itself is breathtaking. Stormye made our day a breeze and took care of so much for us so we could just relax and enjoy our special day. Thank you, The Grand Texana, for a wonderful wedding!
response 06/22/2019
We always love hearing that the food is delicious because we agree! :) Stormye was honore...
d to help you two and y'all made it so easy. Thanks so much for taking the time to let us know how your day went!
Quinn W
5.0
6/10/2019
I cannot thank The Grand Texana enough for the best day of our lives. Anne, Stormye, and everyone else on their staff made our day run so smoothly and everything was absolutely gorgeous. Our wedding was beautiful, the flowers and centerpieces were truly breathtaking and walking into the chapel adorned in greenery and flowers was an unreal feeling when I walked down the aisle. The DJ was fun, the food was delicious (we got so many compliments on it!!), and the dessert bar was truly adorable and more importantly, so delicious! Stormye made our day run flawlessly - she took care of us all day and made sure we got to eat the delicious dinner and were running on time, and calm! Thank you all!
- Quinn Clay
response 06/22/2019
We just adore you both and loved watching all the fun you had. Thank you for the glowing ...
comments and hope you two continue to have many years of wedded bliss and fun!
Ryan S
5.0
6/09/2019
We loved our experience at the Grand Texana. Our planners made the day run very smoothly, so my bride had a stress free day. My groomsmen and I loved the poker table in our space, really helped ease the nerves before the ceremony. There’s even 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.
response 06/10/2019
We love hearing from our awesome grooms!! We are so appreciative of your compliments and ...
to know your experience here was great. Wishing you both all the very best!!
Elizabeth S
5.0
6/09/2019
We had an incredible experience at the Grand Texana! Anne, the owner, was so kind and generous throughout the whole process, she truly made us feel that she wanted us to have the best day ever! Stormeye, our wedding planner, worked with us to help 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!
response 06/10/2019
Brides like you and grooms like your adorable hubby are the best! We love that you had a...
good time and passed on the details of all you appreciated. Y’all are the reason we do what we do! Wishing you a lifetime of blessings!!
Garrett N
5.0
6/06/2019
I may be slightly biased, because it was my wedding, but this was by far the best wedding venue I have ever been to. The vendors were easy to work with and the coordinator made our wedding day go by without a hitch. I can honestly say I am happy with how the entire process went.
response 06/10/2019
We love that you are slightly biased!! Thank you for sharing the awesome compliments with...
us and future brides and grooms. It means so much!! Wishing you and Emily a lifetime of wedded bliss !
Emily N
5.0
6/06/2019
When I took my first steps in the dairy farm I instantly knew The Grand Texana would complete my vision for our special day. We wanted something that was simple and easy to work with, and The Grand Texana was the answer to our prayers. Its been 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!!
response 06/10/2019
Emily, the joy and pleasure of hosting your loving celebration was all ours. You, Garrett ...
and your families are the best and the celebration was not only sweet, but beautiful!
Minta M
5.0
5/14/2019
We actually picked The Grand Texana sight unseen- both my husband and I live overseas so my parents and sister checked out the places I had found online. They LOVED the venue and raved about Anne and Stormye, so we knew it was the place. It 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.
response 05/14/2019
Thank you Minta! We had a lot of fun helping plan your wedding long distance via facetime...
. You are a very special couple to us and both of your families too. Wishing you two all the best and hope you have an incredible time when you return to the states!
Kate M
3.0
5/01/2019
I want to start of by saying that the venue is beautiful. There's no denying the elegance or charm of the barn & its surroundings. For the most part, I think my wedding was fabulous, & my guests seemed to really enjoy themselves... but there were 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
response 05/03/2019
Thank you for the positive comments about our charming venue. It was our heart-felt hono...
r to host your beautiful wedding celebration. Knowing that you and your guests had a great time is our primary mission and what we aim for.
Putting factual discrepancies aside, we wish abundant blessings to you and your families.
Jackson B
5.0
2/02/2019
The Grand Texana was an amazing venue for me and my wife’s wedding. The property is absolutely stunning and the event couldn’t have gone any better. Ann, the owner of the property is extremely welcoming and was a fantastic host. Paige, our day 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.
Alex B
5.0
2/02/2019
We toured this venue back in 2016 and immediately fell in love. We booked it a little over 2 years before our wedding date, which was a little nerve racking as a lot can happen/change in that amount of time. The owner, Anne, was so great about 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.
Bodie A
5.0
1/27/2019
The Grand Texana was an incredible venue that handled things professionally, promptly and to find our design and wishes during the planning phase. When the day arrived, and all the hustle and bustle was happening, the vendors and Ms Anne, her staff 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.
response 01/27/2019
Brodie, what a pleasure to hear from one of our awesome grooms! We could not have had a b...
eautiful wedding without you and your men :) We are thrilled to know you enjoyed your day and took the time to let us know!
Baylee A
5.0
1/27/2019
The Grand Texana was absolutely perfect for our special day! We knew from the first moment we saw the cute, rustic chic barn it was the place for us. Ms. Anne, our coordinator and the team were amazing to work with and handled all of the little 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.
response 01/27/2019
Baylee, we are so fond of you and your entire family! Your review means so very much to u...
s. There is nothing better than to know you enjoyed your day and took your time to let us know. Here’s to an awesome newlywed bride and her hubby!!
Carla W
5.0
11/20/2018
This was the 1st venue I toured and I booked that day! Everyone was so nice and helpful. Anne was very helpful and accommodating. They had made several upgrades in the 10 months leading up to my wedding including centerpieces, gorgeous flooring 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!
Carla G
5.0
11/16/2018
We had a wonderful experience at The Grand Texana! My daughter was married there on Nov 3,2018. I knew from our first visit with Anne that the unique barn venue was exactly what my daughter was looking for- a comfortable, family oriented,and inviting 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!!!
Jonathan T
5.0
11/11/2018
I was very impressed with The Grand Texana. I was able to go with my wife and tour the venue. The owners and staff were amazing towards us and our guest. Just about everything was taken care of for us and our special day went on perfectly.
Laurin T
4.0
11/11/2018
We chose The Grand Texana because most of the vendors and things you would usually worry about were all included. Everyone at the The Grand Texana were friendly, kind, and helpful. We are so happy with our choice.
Lauren H
5.0
11/10/2018
We enjoyed The Grand Texana venue very much. The decor is so sweet and fresh. The grounds are gorgeous and we got a lot of awesome pictures! Anne and her husband were very sweet and helpful. Anne responded quickly any time I had a question or concern. 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!
Stephen C
5.0
11/08/2018
This venue is absolutely amazing, the outdoor atmosphere combined with our perfect weather made the night so incredibly enjoyable! We could not have asked for a more beautiful chapel, or reception barn to have our wedding, it truly is breathtaking! 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!
Kaylee C
5.0
11/07/2018
Our wedding last weekend was perfect, every guest we talked to said how much they loved the venue. The venue is just so unique in the sense that it can be farmhouse chic but also so laid back and inviting, I think that’s what we liked most about 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!
Keith R
5.0
9/08/2018
They worked with all of our vendors really well and were very flexible with our setup. Our day-of coordinator Amber was really helpful and took off so much of the stress of organizing everyone on the day of our wedding. The venue was gorgeous and our day went off without a hitch. I can't recommend the Grand Texana more!
Jordanna L
5.0
9/08/2018
My husband and I were married at The Grand Texana, and it was the venue of our dreams! We wanted a rustic barn wedding, and this venue was perfect for our theme. Working with Anne was great. Both she, and the day of coordinator Amber, were flexible 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.
Sara C
5.0
9/08/2018
The Grand Texana was a great venue for my husband and I. We loved that we got an indoor/outdoor venue all in one since Texas weather can be so fickle. Anne and her husband are super nice and accommodating. They are always updating and collecting 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.
Eric C
5.0
9/07/2018
From the moment we met Anne at The Grand Texana, I knew my wife and I were going to have a fantastic wedding. And when the day finally arrived, it was better than either of us could have hoped for! Every detail was just the way we wanted, and the 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.
5.0
5/28/2018
I had my daughters wedding here on May 12th, 2018. The venue was awesome, everything was beautiful!! At first, we were going to do the whole do it yourself thing and quickly realized it was a lot of works for a lot of stress. Thank goodness they 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!!!
response 06/01/2018
Thank you so much for the glowing comments! Haley was gorgeous and we are so glad to know...
how much y'all appreciated the inclusive package. It is a thrill for us to know y'all will have beautiful memories!!! Blessing to all of you!
Jill V
5.0
5/28/2018
I cannot say enough amazing things about the Grand Texana. Anne, Amber and the rest of the staff were absolutely amazing, the catering was great- we picked the bbq and some very tough bbq critics in our crowd are still raving about the food! More 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!!
response 06/01/2018
Y'all were just the greatest and a whole lot of fun! Especially happy to know the bbq cri...
tics were pleased .....We just knew they would be!! :))
Thank you so much for taking the time to sit down and let us know what you appreciated. Still laughing about Amber crawling under layers of the wedding dress! Wishing y'all years of happiness and joy in your new life together.
Valerie V
5.0
5/23/2018
I couldn't say enough wonderful things about The Grand Texana. My daughter fell in love with the venue at first sight. The buildings and grounds are gorgeous! Everything day of was perfect. Amber was amazing as were Anne, her husband, all of the 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!
response 05/23/2018
Valerie, you just made our day!! It is the sweet, kind and fun families like you and your...
s that makes our hearts sing. So happy to know your celebration was so enjoyable and stress free!
Betsy E
5.0
5/16/2018
It was love at first sight the second we laid our eyes on this gorgeous venue! We could not have asked for a more perfect day and a beautiful atmosphere. Our wedding was more than we could have ever dreamed! Thank you to Anne and Amber for helping 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!
response 05/21/2018
We had so much fun watching y'alls excitement and pure joy through the whole year's prepar...
ation. Your day was amazing and we were blessed to host it. Thanks for taking valuable time to leave us such a wonderful review. Blessings for years of wedded bliss....yall deserve it!!
Sierra F
4.0
4/12/2018
WOW!! This is all I can say about the venue itself. It's absolutely gorgeous. We got married March 2018 and we were so worried about the Texas weather. Amber ensured us that no matter what we would make it work. I would recommend this venue just 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.
response 05/21/2018
Thank you so much for taking the time to let us know how much you enjoyed our venue and ou...
r amazing coordinator, Amber. We thought your day was magical and we were fortunate to be a part of it. Our wish is that married life treats you exceedingly well and blessings to all your family!
Eliot S
5.0
4/10/2018
We found The Grand Texana here on the Knot about nine months in advance, and upon taking a trip out to Hempstead and seeing the venue and meeting with Anne, we instantly loved it. The grounds are beautiful, the facilities are all wonderful, and 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!!
response 05/21/2018
Thank you!! What generosity for you to take the time to tell us the things you appreciat...
ed! You were an adorable, sweet, kind and considerate couple and in getting to know your families, we understand why. It was our joy and honor to host such a beautiful celebration!
Molly F
5.0
3/27/2018
To have our wedding at The Grand Texana was nothing short of magical. My Husband and I were able to have fun and celebrate with our friends and families worry free. Anne and her staff did an amazing job being responsive to all of our questions 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.
response 05/21/2018
Molly, what a treat for us to hear from you and know that you had such a wonderful experie...
nce on your magical wedding day! We loved getting to know yall throughout the whole planning process and consider you all family :) Wishing yall all happiness and prosperity in your sweet years to come.
Victoria M
5.0
2/26/2018
Wedding date: October 21, 2017
After visiting a variety of venues, I knew right away that The Grand Texana was where I wanted to get married! The entire place is charming and made me feel at ease. My husband and I are both easy-going people and 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!
response 03/01/2018
Thank you so much for all the kind words and we are so pleased that the evening was fun an...
d a great experience! That is always our number one goal. Best Wishes to you both and to all your families!
Kelsey B
5.0
10/17/2017
We couldn't have asked for a better venue! Everyone did such an amazing job on making sure that our wedding day was nothing short of spectacular. Amber, the wedding coordinator, was such a joy to work with. She certainly succeeded in making everything 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!
response 10/18/2017
Kelsey, your kindness and taking the time to submit a beautiful review is greatly apprecia...
ted! We all fell in love with you and Sam and wish you loads of happiness.
Barret L
5.0
10/15/2017
Great experience, awesome venue, great people. Very accommodating to our customized wedding and wishes. Helped make our special day go perfectly.
response 10/18/2017
Thank you Barrett! Your day was beautiful and we were grateful to be a part of it.
5.0
10/10/2017
The Grand Texana is a true Texas treasure located in the beautiful Chappell Hill area!
Growing up in Houston and in Victoria I have roots in both city and rural Texas. I wanted a casual country wedding that was still classy, chic and not too far 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
response 10/10/2017
We love the sound of Mrs! :) And, we are so appreciative of you expressing so beautifully...
the things you loved here. Blessings to you, Barret and your families!
Cassie H
5.0
9/30/2017
We had our wedding at the Grand Texana a few weeks ago and I couldn't have asked for a more beautiful setting. Anne was so sweet and easy to work with. You can tell Anne and her husband love what they do and genuinely want to make every wedding 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!!
response 10/03/2017
Cassie, you and Andrew and entire family were so wonderful to work with and we could not b...
e prouder or happier for you both!!
Debbie L
5.0
9/29/2017
The Grand Texana was the most perfect place for our son and his wife to get married last weekend. It was a gorgeous day for a Texas garden reception. Anne was wonderful to work with and made sure everything went off as planned. Amber was on top 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.
response 10/03/2017
Debbie, Barret's and Marileigh's wedding was a dream. I know they could not have made it ...
without your help and others who worked tirelessly on their behalf. Congratulations!!
Holli H
5.0
5/14/2017
First things first, The Grand Texana was an outstanding venue from first meeting to saying goodbye after the reception.
The only requirement we had at first was to get married in front of a field of wildflowers (which turned out to be MUCH harder 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!
response 05/14/2017
We can't thank y'all enough for the privilege to host your unique, beautiful and fun celeb...
ration! We will always have the fondest memories of y'all coming out to spread additional wildflower seeds. Every spring, we will think you. :) It is a great honor for us to have such fine people as you choose The Grand Texana ...... Thank you!!
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