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Elle1036
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PIP: My possible venue
Elle1036
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There's nothing I don't love about this place. It's up on the cliffs over Lake Travis in Austin, TX. It's right across the lake from my aunt's house, and it has a boat slip, so some people could stay with my aunt and then boat across the lake for the ceremony. It's also right across from Carlos N Charlie's, so we figured we could bring our boat and have the rehearsal dinner there. It's also only 10 minutes away from a big resort hotel, so all of our families can come early (or stay late) and enjoy the lake, pool, golf course, spa, etc., to their hearts' content.
When I first found the venue online, FI wasn't crazy about the idea of having the wedding in Austin. After seeing it and the nearby hotel, he's ready to put down a deposit. I would be, too, if I could over my weird financial hangup.
Anyway, I thought I would share some pictures in case there are any other lake-bums out there:
Bridal ready room. We plan to bring a TV, playstation, and some board games then, once the reception starts, this can be a playroom for any kids who want to escape the grown ups:
Bridal room view 2:
Groom's quarters, complete with poker table and beer fridge:
Arbor ceremony site. Some of the decorations from Saturday's wedding there are still up:
Pavilion with outdoor bar for guests to enjoy (there's also an indoor bar/ballroom area, but I don't have pictures of that):
Here's where I fall in love -- outdoor dance floor overlooking the lake:
Upper deck. Set up as if for a ceremony but we would probably use it for dinner:
Thoughts?
When I first found the venue online, FI wasn't crazy about the idea of having the wedding in Austin. After seeing it and the nearby hotel, he's ready to put down a deposit. I would be, too, if I could over my weird financial hangup.
Anyway, I thought I would share some pictures in case there are any other lake-bums out there:
Bridal ready room. We plan to bring a TV, playstation, and some board games then, once the reception starts, this can be a playroom for any kids who want to escape the grown ups:
Bridal room view 2:
Groom's quarters, complete with poker table and beer fridge:
Arbor ceremony site. Some of the decorations from Saturday's wedding there are still up:
Pavilion with outdoor bar for guests to enjoy (there's also an indoor bar/ballroom area, but I don't have pictures of that):
Here's where I fall in love -- outdoor dance floor overlooking the lake:
Upper deck. Set up as if for a ceremony but we would probably use it for dinner:
Thoughts?
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Re: PIP: My possible venue
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It's gorgeous Elle! It seems perfect for you guys!
I totally understand the sticker shock, and the mental calculations. Just sleep on it a few days and see how you feel - write out a pro/con list if that's your style, or start thinking outside the box to see if there's another idea you like as much that won't cost quite that much. At the end of the day, it's just a party and shouldn't bankrupt anyone.
Check out 2000dollarwedding.com to see someone who took that idea to the extreme - they did not want to spend money on a wedding that could go somewhere else, so they limited the expenses to the extreme, and still had a gorgeous wedding. At the least, it might give you some inspiration or perspective!
Question. When I told my dad I was engaged, he offered to pay for the honeymoon. However, FI's parents have already generously offered to pay that, and when I told my dad, he said he would be happy to contribute to the wedding instead. The fee for renting the venue is similar to what I expect our honeymoon to cost. Would it be reasonable for me to ask my dad to pay for the venue? That sounds, to me, like a good way for him to contribute something significant without breaking the bank, but I don't want to put him on the spot or anything.
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It's gorgeous!!!!!!
[QUOTE]Of course :) Seriously you're really making me want to get married in Austin! But honestly, I just love Austin in general, it's just so pretty and green...unlike Houston.
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Houston is pretty... if you like the look of concrete.
Oh and only if they could move the natural springs from Austin to Houston. I would really appreciate that!
A playdate would be wonderful though...as soon as this weird rainy/humid weather goes away!