King River Ranch
EST. 2015
2054 Ranch Road 1320, Johnson City, TX, United States

King River Ranch
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A Southwestern treasure of a ranch welcomes rolling hills, sunsets, and your favorite people. 
At this world-class riverside venue on the flourishing Texas Wine Trail, cowboy culture gets an upscale treatment, making any day or night unforgettable.
The Lowdown
Type
Banquet Hall / Event FacilityBarn / Farm / RanchBeach / Lake / Waterfront LocationEstate / House / Mansion / VillaField / Forest / Orchard
Views
CreekForestGardenLagoon/PondLandscaped GroundsMeadow/FieldRiverValleyWater Feature
Style
Country
Cultural
Eclectic
Rustic
Western
Best type of Celebrations
Birthday Party
Charity Event
Corporate Event
Product Launch
Dinner Party
Family Reunion
Holiday Party
Rehearsal Dinner / Welcome Reception
Retreats: Corporate, Spa, Wellness, Etc.
Reunion
Social Event
Wedding Ceremony
Wedding Reception
Workshops: Creative, Photo, Etc.
Anniversary
Engagement Party

Venue Setting

King River Ranch is a world-class wedding and special event venue on the banks of the great Pedernales River, a Texas treasure in the magnificent Hill Country on the flourishing Texas Wine Trail between Austin and Fredericksburg. Built on 25 powerfully diverse and panoramic acres in the heart of the Cowboy Country, the ranch sits directly upon land continuously settled by Comanche tribes dating back millenia, a story told by countless arrowheads and artifacts found here. K.R.R. is owned and was designed by global event designer of Willem-Aidan, floral & event design house to the celebrity lounges at the Screen Actor's Guild Awards, Cadillac and Audi. The ranch features magnificent backdrops in every direction; our River Terrace built into the Pedernales River Valley, dramatic black rock riverbanks, perfectly manicured grounds and our magnificent King Barn bordered by serene horse-filled pastures and a pond straight out of a Mark Twain novel, fireflies and all. This is the Texas the rest of the world dreams about.

Capacity

Seated
260
Buffet
200
Standing
400
Fees
(Prices listed here are estimates only & are subject to change)
Price range

Does this include catering fees?

No

Insurance

Additional Insurance May Be Required Depending On The Event

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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
2015
Curfew
12 AM
Venue spaces
Indoor & Outdoor Venue Spaces Available
Catering
Client Must Select A Caterer From The List Provided By The Venue
Alcohol
Licensed Server Is Required
Music
Indoors Only
Smoking
Designated Smoking Areas Only
Accommodations
THE RIVER COTTAGE (1,750 sq. ft.) is reserved for day-of private wedding party quarters, featuring magnificent views from every room, an elegant sitting room, full kitchen/dining, romantic dressing room with tri-fold full length mirror and armoire, hair & make-up studio, private bedroom retreat, large screened-in porch, two full bathrooms.  

LODGE 39 (1,300 sq. ft.) is our second option for day-of private wedding party quarters, featuring a two-story stone fireplace, soaring ceilings, full wet bar with commercial ice machine, wide-screen T.V., Play Station, private dressing loft, veranda overlooking the river.  

King River Ranch does not have on-site overnight accommodations but is minutes away from large-scale hotels able to accommodate parties of 300+, charming cabin rentals and romantic B&B's.  
Eco/Green Events
Yes
Pet-Friendly Events
Yes
Kid Friendly Events
Yes
Handicap Accessible
Yes
Amenities
  • Bridal Suite/Changing Rooms Onsite
  • Wifi
  • Ample Parking Onsite
  • Dining Chairs
  • Dining Tables
  • Onsite Restrooms
  • Other amenities: Spacious and luxurious groom and groom's men quarters; lovely stone patio with small Koi pond and fire pit; private 1/4 quarter mile of the Pedernales River; on-site floral & event design studio, Willem-Aidan; golf cart; separate caterer/vendor areas and
Venue Features
The scene:
King River Ranch is a true Texas experience deep within its very heart, quite literally. Located in the hometown of President Lyndon B. Johnson, two miles from the post office where he was inagurated and six miles from his Texas White House, the very land upon which King River Ranch is built has been continuously settled by generations of Comanche people dating back over a millenium, then settled by descendants of the Texas Rangers. And they chose this site for a reason. Surrounded by thousands of acres of uninterrupted rolling hills and longhorns, the ranch still lies only 1.8 miles from the famous 290 Wine Trail featuring approximately fifty cutting-edge wineries within minutes from us. Our gates are directly on the Pedernales River welcoming our guests with a charming winding driveway taking them past expansive lawns, perfectly manicured grounds, windmills, magnificent oak trees, and of course, the iconic river that feeds Lake Travis. 25 acres of incredibly diverse and picture-perfect vistas greets you in every direction. On one side of the road, the sparkling river straddles a quarter mile of the property. On the other, the King Barn sits majestically over a half-acre tranquil Tom Sawyer'esque fishing pond with boat dock. Further down the drive, the River Cottage and Lodge 39 are unparelled private wedding party quarters with direct access to the 2,600 sq. ft. River Terrace, built into the dramatic rocky banks of the Pedernales River Valley. On the other side of the cottages, an expansive pasture filled with horses, miniature donkeys and St. Croix sheep shelters the heart of King River Ranch, our beloved animals.
Design:
This venue was expertly and thoughtfully designed by the C.E.O. and lead designer of Willem-Aidan, floral & event designer to the celebrity lounges at the Screen Actor's Guild Awards, Cadillac and exclusively to Audi since 2010, drawing from years of working in the world's most renowned hotels, resorts and exquisite venues. The King Barn is built of 100% Ponderosa Pine in a Great Western style and features dramatic rows of rustic chandeliers, wall sconces, full insulation/climate-control, electrical system for event lighting/entertainment, caterer's area. The River Terrace features a river backdrop, grand staircase, paved with dramatic Texas flagstone, 22' planters, beatufiul garden with oak trees. K.R.R. offers clients some of the most spacious and luxuriant private wedding party quarters in the industry. Our River Cottage and Lodge 39 offer both wedding parties world-class amenities and were exquisitely designed to be an important part of the overall event.
Standout venue features:
A private quarter-mile section of the Pedernales River; one-half acre fishing pond with boat dock; in-house event floral & design services by globally renowned Willem-Aidan; well-trained gentle horses available for photographs; dressing salon with tri-fold full-length mirror and impressive armoire; private dressing loft with private veranda overlooking the river; hair & make-up studio; floating gate imported from India; excellent cell and data coverage throughout the property; helicopter/hot air balloon services available nearby; safe clearly marked roads; all areas of the venue are handicapped accessible; 20 years of top-tier event industry experience.
Extra perks:
Tables and chairs for up to 250 guests; 4 highboys/cocktail tables; personal concierge; engineering staff; ample parking; parking assistance; electric golf cart; tax

King River Ranch is proud to offer exclusively to K.R.R. clients on-site design services by WILLEM-AIDAN:
Located conveniently on-site at King River Ranch, Johnson City, TX
13 years of floral design experience at a global level
Custom designs uniquely tailored for each client
Large inventory of event decor rentals (vases, candelabras, votive holders, lanterns, accent decor)
Custom arches, columns and chuppas
Competitive pricing
No minimum
No delivery/set-up/strike fees
Celebration Locations
This section outlines the various spaces available within the venue for different types of events.
KING BARN
2,600 sq. ft.; Great Western barn built from 100% Ponderosa Pine; fully insulated and climate-controlled; soaring ceilings; dramatic rows of rustic chandeliers and wall sconces; separate caterer/vendor areas; large outdoor terrace
View: Tree-lined fishing pond with boat dock; expansive pastures filled with horses, miniature donkeys and St. Croix sheep
Max capacity: With dance floor, small stage, lounge, bar - 250 seated/plated, 180 with food stations, 120 hollow-square conference, 100 U-shaped conference, 300 theater seating
Price range: Venue fees are exclusive use of the entire property
RIVER TERRACE
2,600 sq. ft. flagstone-paved outdoor terrace built into the rocky riverbanks of the Pedernales River.
View: River, riverbank
Max capacity: With aisle and stage - 260 theater seating
Price range: Venue fees are exclusive use of the entire property
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