And so my search for best wedding venues in Austin continues with part II, including South Congress hotel, Whispering Oaks Estate, Woodbine Mansion, and the Preserve at Canyon Lake …

My last blog post featured four amazing wedding venues. But as I continue to meet new people and explore more of Austin, I find that my list of best wedding venues continues to grow. There is just an endless amount of charming spots!

South Congress Hotel

First stop for part II is the South Congress Hotel. This venue is a locally-owned boutique hotel that has three unique restaurants, a coffee and bake shop, a rooftop pool, lobby bar, and two retail shops. Most importantly, it’s conveniently located off the popular Congress street! The perfect spot to explore Austin, view the Capital, and visit a lot of cool murals.

Here your guests (and dogs) can stay for the wedding and feel right at home. As for your wedding, you can the option of having it inside or outside, or both! A great perk since weather cannot be predicted ahead of time.

Let’s not forget to mention all the hidden spots in and around South Congress hotel, making it one of my favorites and thus making it on my list of best wedding venues in Austin.

**photos taken and edited by me for Photos by MKay**

Whispering Oaks Estate

Another one of the best venues to get married is the Whispering Oaks Estate. At this Dripping Springs location, you feel one with nature. Nestled on acres of lush lawns and mature oaks, this property provides a secluded and scenic backdrop for intimate celebrations.

Ideal for smaller weddings, the Whispering Oaks Estate can accommodate up to eighty guests. Here you are surrounded by gently swaying oak trees while receptions are hosted in a climate-controlled indoor event space. You and your guests can stay overnight in the farmhouse. Other amenities you can enjoy include an outdoor swimming pool and hot tub, and a fire pit.

And let me just tell you, golden hour here is a dream. The light that comes through the oak trees is absolutely magical!

**photos taken and edited by me for Photos by MKay**

Woodbine Mansion

Just when you thought you had seen it all …

Welcome to Woodbine Mansion, another gorgeous wedding venue that provides both indoor and outdoor spaces to get married.

While a lot of the best wedding venues in Austin are found in Dripping Springs, this one is in Round Rock, only 19 miles from Downtown. This historic landmark location has had such a dramatic renovation and it has paid off. Its lush grounds, magnolia trees, beautiful architecture, grand staircase and chandeliers, make it one of the most magnificent venues yet!

You can read its history here and see what it was and how it came to be the most beautiful wedding venue.

The Preserve at Canyon Lake

Let’s talk about a venue that has it all: The Preserve at Canyon Lake. An amazing couple, inspired by their own wedding, dreamt of creating a venue of their own. There is breathtaking scenery and spectacular views everywhere you look. And under a canopy of hundred-year-old oak trees sits an outdoor ceremony site. Or you can say “I do” inside their chapel, with the comfort of air conditioning but with the Preserve at Canyon Lake’s towering panoramic windows overlooking the lake.

The Ballroom offers a simple yet elegant space. The interior is light and airy providing a blank canvas to personalize and create the dream wedding. Natural light pours in from the windows to make for perfect photo opportunities, not to mention the exposed wood beam ceilings and fireplace that provide a sense of warmth and coziness.

The Preserve at Canyon Lake is just magical. There are no other words!