Allan House
EST. 2000
1104 San Antonio St, Austin, TX, United States

Allan House
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This charming Victorian home beats loud and proud in the heart of downtown Austin.
Built in the late 19th Century, this romantic estate has seen renovations liven it up while honoring its history. It’s the ideal spot for wedding receptions, baby showers, birthday parties, or anniversary celebrations.
The Lowdown
Type
Castle / Château / ManorEstate / House / Mansion / VillaGardenHistoric BuildingOther
Views
CityscapeCourtyardGardenHistorical MonumentLandscaped GroundsStreet
Style
Bohemian
Classic
Elegant
Garden Party
Romantic
Best type of Celebrations
Baby Shower
Bridal Shower
Corporate Event
Product Launch
Dinner Party
Holiday Party
Rehearsal Dinner / Welcome Reception
Social Event
Wedding Ceremony
Wedding Reception

Venue Setting

Centrally located on the corner of 11th Street and San Antonio Street in Downtown Austin, just three blocks west of the Texas State Capitol building, our Victorian mansion and courtyard offers you and your guests indoor and outdoor entertaining areas. The Allan House is an intimate environment, yet spacious enough to hold most event sizes. Using only the inside, we can accommodate wedding ceremonies of up to 65 guests and seated dinners of 50-70, depending on your seating style. Using the courtyard and garden area, as most brides and grooms choose to do, we can accommodate seated dinners for up to 225 guests comfortably.

Capacity

Seated
225
Buffet
225
Standing
300
Fees
(Prices listed here are estimates only & are subject to change)
Price range

Does this include catering fees?

No

Additional charges

Please note: there is an additional $50/hr staffing fee for evening events and a $20/hr fee for daytime events. This includes a manager on duty and a security guard to help make sure your event runs as smoothly as possible!

Insurance

Additional Insurance Is Required To Host An Event At This Venue

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Event Logistics and Amenities
(Essential event logistics and amenities to ensure a seamless and memorable experience for you gathering)
Celebrations hosted here since
2000
Curfew
12 AM
Venue spaces
Indoor & Outdoor Venue Spaces Available
Catering
Client Can Select The Caterer Of Their Choice
Alcohol
BYO Permitted – You Can Bring Your Own Alcohol
Licensed Server Is Required
Music
Indoors & Outdoors
Smoking
Designated Smoking Areas Only
Accommodations
  • Exclusive use of both indoor and outdoor space – lovely parlors, wide verandas, and idyllic courtyard
    Bridal suite dressing room and bathroom
    Groom’s dressing room
    Decorative outdoor lighting, including up-lighting around the fence line and in the trees; white twinkle lights throughout the outdoor areas; two small crystal chandeliers hanging from the treetops (optional)
    Catering prep kitchen
    Outdoor sound stage for event entertainment, which includes color LED lighting
    Tables and chairs for up to 150 guests (19 sixty inch round tables, 150 white folding chairs, six six foot rectangular tables, one 48 inch round cake table)
    Black wrought iron bistro furniture for up to 40 guests (10 tables with four chairs at each)
    Initial set-up and break down of our tables, chairs, and antique furniture
    Free Wifi
    One hour bridal portrait or engagement session (scheduled during our business hours)
    One hour ceremony rehearsal (scheduled around other event rental times)
    On-site manager; on-site security officer during all evening events
    A heated clear top and clear sided winter tent that covers the entire courtyard space is included in the months of December, January and February (tent comes with side walls, white draping on all of the poles, crystal chandelier lighting and can be fully heated if necessary)
Eco/Green Events
Yes
Pet-Friendly Events
Yes
Kid Friendly Events
Yes
Handicap Accessible
Yes
Amenities
  • Bridal Suite/Changing Rooms Onsite
  • Street Parking
  • Wifi
  • Dining Chairs
  • Dining Tables
  • Onsite Restrooms
Venue Features
The scene:
The Allan House is a charming historic Victorian home built in the heart of Downtown Austin, Texas in 1883. Embellished with native Texas blossoms and century old oak trees, it is ideally suited for weddings, receptions, corporate functions and charitable events.
Awards & Notables
Awards, recognitions, or noteworthy achievements associated with the venue.
Style Me Pretty
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