Your Wedding at The Writing Barn
Have you been searching for a unique wedding venue? One that offers amenities but where you can also create a ceremony and reception to suit your particular style?
Say “I Do,” under sprawling oak trees, twinkling lights, and a custom crystal chandelier. Have a spring wedding among the bluebonnets, or a festive fall event outside in the beautiful and cool Texas weather.
Or choose a more traditional banquet theme and rent out Buddha Hall, our largest indoor space. With its unique lighting, large windows, and urban rustic interior, it’s perfect for an indoor Hill Country style wedding, all while still being close to downtown Austin.
Following the ceremony, guests can mingle among the wildflowers and frolicking deer, or inside the Party Porch and Library for cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. Set up tents over our large riding ring and turn it into a dance floor, or set up food trucks and a bar to cater your wedding in true Austin fashion.
The Writing Barn is a hidden Austin gem. Our 7.5 acres provides a Hill Country feel, without leaving Austin and if you happen to love all things literary: The Writing Barn, it’s bookshelves, and book accents help to invoke the power of the page at every turn.
As an indoor/outdoor rental facility, we are most suitable for hosting weddings in the 50-175 guest range. Ceremonies and/or receptions may be held inside our elegant banquet hall or outdoors under the live oaks where a chandelier and party lights are hung year round.
Looking for a more intimate event? The Barn library and Party Porch (complete with floor to ceiling bookshelves, full galley kitchen, loft area, and private bath) are perfect for a close gathering of friends and family. There is also a large riding ring perfect for outdoor dining, whether tented or open.
You may provide your own catering and licensed bartenders. We follow city sound ordinances, but we do have speakers upon request. Property can also be made available for pre-wedding photos upon request.
Amenities vary depending on the buildings rented, but below is a sample list
of what’s typically included in a rental.
- Event chairs and folding tables
- Coffee maker, coffee urn, water kettle
- Various linens and tablecloths
- Buffet plates and wine glasses (additional glasses and plates for rental)
- Various silverware and serving utensils
- Custom serving platters, trays, beverage display tubs
- Large refrigerators with freezers
- Stove top + microwave (no oven)
- Restrooms
- Projectors (upon request)
- Speakers (upon request)
- Screened in porch (with two porch heaters, ceiling fans, and party lights)
- Porch furniture (including custom tables, chairs, and benches)
- Courtyard area with picnic tables and hammocks
- Fire pits (upon request)
- On-site parking for 30-40 cars (Additional street parking; possible rental of nearby church lot for shuttling guests.)
With guests traveling in from out of town, make a weekend of it and house guests at our onsite lodging options. Enjoy a relaxed rehearsal dinner or morning-after brunch surrounded by friends and family.
Most couples choose to spend the entire weekend on the property, which allows for the wedding party to create lasting memories and also save costs when looking for a rehearsal dinner and lodging for those coming in from out of town. Renting the property for the entire weekend allows ample time to spend with family and friends, to relax and enjoy one another’s company. The entire property sleeps 17+.
The Writing Barn: Features a floor to ceiling bookshelf filled with poetry, novels, picture books, and craft books. There is a galley kitchen with stove top, microwave, and small refrigerator (larger refrigerator on the porch). The bedroom has a sitting area and a queen-sized bed. The loft area has a comfy, full-sized futon and an over-sized reading chair. The large screened-in porch—dubbed the “party porch”—has autographs from traditionally published authors who have visited the grounds, either attending a literary party, retreating, or facilitating one of our many well-regarded workshops.
The Book House: Features five bedrooms: the Pulitzer, Booker, Newbery, Caldecott, and Printz, each with their own private bath. Retreaters may gather in the common areas of the living room—which features unique book accents—or on the full house wrap-around porch. The modern galley kitchen features all new appliances, including a dishwasher. The Book House sleeps 10 to 14, lap desks are provided for indoor or outdoor writing, and there are yoga mats for peaceful contemplation under the live oaks.
The Cabin: A comfy, quaint hideaway that sleeps 3 to 4, complete with unique lighting and accent furniture, a full tiled bathroom, and a galley kitchen with refrigerator, oven/stove, coffee maker, microwave, etc. There small indoor desk, as well as a screened-in porch for outdoor dining and writing. The Cabin is best for good friends, small families, or those on romantic weekend getaways.
Rates vary depending on the season, day of the week, and type of event. The Writing Barn has three different wedding packages to suit any couple’s needs. Full property rental options are available. Fill out a contact form below to inquire about specific rates and to learn more about our Wedding Packages.
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