Raves & Reviews
We could go on and on about how much we loved this venue—the great location, the exquisite food, the bridal suite and groom’s room, the picturesque backdrops for our guests, the regal staircase… We genuinely cannot imagine our wedding having taken place anywhere else. It was truly the most magical, memorable, perfect day.
If you’re considering Thistlewood Manor and Gardens for your wedding day, I cannot recommend them enough. They will help you create the absolute wedding day of your dreams.
Laura – March, 2024
Thistlewood is the best! We love Ginny and the whole team. We are a fellow vendor and we get excited every time we have a client who's booked at Thistlewood. Every event we've ever had there left clients just ecstatic about how great everything was.
You should book with Thistlewood Manor!
Sean – March, 2024
This venue and the staff were absolutely amazing during the planning process right up to my wife and I’s wedding. The venue was great for our smaller ceremony and reception, providing an intimate space that suited our needs perfectly. Ginny and Mary Jo gave excellent vendor recommendations as well.
Everyone did an incredible job, would highly recommend this venue.
Zac - January, 2024
Went to a holiday party for my husband’s company, and we had the best time. I wish I knew about this place when we got married. The staff was great and the venue space is beautiful.
We hope to have more company events here!
Shelby – December, 2023
This place is tucked away off the main road and it is so beautiful! I wish I'd known about it sooner for event planning.
The staff is so nice and the facility is perfect. Next time I have a reason to host a large event it will be here.
Jen T – December, 2023
Not only is this venue a dream, the owner, Ginny, is just the kindest human being! We had our wedding on November 4th and everything was beautiful. The food was amazing and our bar was everything. I truly cannot express how amazing our day was and Ginny was with us every step of the way. She helped make sure that our day was exactly what we wanted it to be.
Thistlewood Manor is truly the best venue for anyone who wants to be heard in your requests and have a location that you and your guests will be in awe of.
Lila – November, 2023
Kyle’s best kept secret! This beauty was perfect for my baby shower and Ginny was absolutely amazing to work with! Everything was so smooth and stress free.
I will be having plenty more events here!
Brittany – October, 2023
I took my bridal portraits at Thistlewood Manor and it turned out to the perfect and most beautiful venue! I was even able to use the bridal suite to change into my dress when I got there! I could not recommend this place enough.
My wedding was in North Carolina but would have definitely chosen Thistlewood Manor if we would have gotten married in Texas!!
Alyssa – October, 2023
My wedding was an absolute dream! 😊 Team did an amazing job making sure all the little details were perfect. Ginny and Mary Jo were great to work with and made sure everything was taken care of. Every single detail was very well organized and planned. It felt like family- they were very sweet and nice!!
Absolutely recommend this place and very thankful and grateful for their hospitality and service!!
Eunice – September, 2023
Had my daughter’s wedding here, the grounds and building was immaculate. The staff was professional and went above and beyond what was needed.
I could not of asked for anything more.
Pat- 2019
The Thistlewood Staff made everything very easy and stress free. I have never been great at decorating or planning things, so I wanted to find an inexpensive venue that would do most of the work for us. I found that among their many options at Thistlewood Manor & Gardens! Whether you are a complete DIY-er […]
We couldn’t have been happier with this venue!
Leiah - 2019
As you drive up to Thistlewood, you will be captivated by the beautiful architecture of this manor. The moment you step through its doors, you will feel as if you stepped into your own little world. You can truly let your imagination run free with the many different landscaping features and setup options to make […]
It was the perfect place for our day. The staff was caring and attentive, my guests are still raving. Thank you Thistlewood Staff!
When I walked into the venue, it took my breath away.
Laura Lee - 2019
Our wedding day was amazing thanks to the Thistlewood Staff who made everything so easy and did not hesitate to ask if we ever needed anything. She was there from the beginning until the end of the ceremony and venue. The Thistlewood Staff the owner is also very helpful and attentive to all your needs and visions […]
Beautiful and elegant ballroom inside and out!
Lina- 2019
They were accommodating, Professional, Very Personable, helpful up front and honest and well Organized. We very much appreciated their attention to details, with regards to our requests. The Venue was absolutely gorgeous!! We couldn’t have ask for anything that would have topped our selection in searching for this site. Our Entire quests are still raving […]
PHENOMENAL!! Everything about our experience with The Thistlewood Staff was more than we expected
Ron- 2019
The venue is beautiful, as you can see in the pictures; but, what the pictures can’t tell you is how helpful the service is and how this made everything flow flawlessly the day of the wedding. The Thistlewood Staff, was very proactive and involved in the planning process and were always 2 steps […]
We’d recommend everyone have their wedding at Thistlewood.
Jake- 2019
I had a great experience working with the entire team at Thistlewood. I had to plan my wedding in Texas while living in Virginia, so planning a wedding long distance is not easy! but working with The Thistlewood Staff it was honestly a great experience for me as a bride which gave me piece of […]
I had the wedding of my dreams!
Stephany- 2019
I absolutely cannot put into words the amazing job done by The Thistlewood Staff. You can tell that this is more than a “job” for them. They put so much passion and effort into making your event a memorable experience. I am still receiving compliments! They don’t try and up sale you on anything, your […]
Wonderfully Amazed!
Linda- 2019
This venue was so intimate and cozy and yet at the same time, had such an elegance. That staircase! Wow– the bride coming those stairs was just CLASSIC! Beautiful!! And the beautiful setting alone, the drive in— made for a lovely event.
So intimate and cozy and yet at the same time
Meg -October 2018
Such a beautiful venue for my grand daughter’s wedding! The grounds are gorgeous and romantic, The reception area perfect, with plenty of room for an intimate setting. The bridal suite is elegant! The quality of service was outstanding! Food was delicious! The Thistlewood Staff were kind, courteous,responsive and professional to every need.
This was, indeed, a fairy tale wedding!
Bille - October 2018
My husband and I recently had our wedding on September 22nd. It was a very hectic weekend with a chance of rain on our wedding day! The weather actually turned out to be perfect! We did have a plan B if it happened to rain. The Thistlewood Staff have been phenomenal to work with over […]
They both went above and beyond to help us with our wedding.
Daria -September 2018
All the stress and headache I dreaded in wedding planning is absent in both the memories of my husband and me. The thorough meetings with the venue owner and manager of Thistlewood Manor, put us at ease and helped us move forward in an organized manner. I am thankful not only for all the […]
The venue is so gorgeous, the gardens TO DIE FOR!
Hannah - October 2018
With four young adult daughters, we have been to numerous weddings and heard many stories about the stress of planning one. Well our first daughter got married and she selected Thistlewood Manor as the venue. I don’t know what part about this venue is best because we truly can’t say enough good about the whole […]
The venue itself is warm and yet glamorous.
Sheila Wray -October 2018
The Thistlewood Staff was very accommodating and so very kind. They were beyond amazing. They are a passionate and hard working team. We couldn’t imagine our wedding without them. They captured our vision perfectly and provided us ease of mind throughout the entire process. Thistlewood Manor as a whole is fantastical. Gorgeous […]
Thistlewood Manor is the perfect venue to get married at!!!!
Sherry -October 2018
Thistlewoodmanor is perfect place for my daughter’s Debut 18th Birthday Celebration. It is the place I have visioned to host the special event of my daughter and The Thistlewood Staff made it happen for allowing us to rent their breautiful place.
Thank you so much Thistlewood Staff for the warm welcome.
Dovie - July 2018
From the venue, to the catering, florals, to the wedding, we are still reminiscing about how special our day was and are thankful for the Thistlewood Manor & Gardens team.
The Thistlewood Staff were a dynamic duo for our special day.
Jackie -May 2018
I rarely give 5 stars but I had to since Thistlewood was so great. I did not move a finger and The Thistlewood Staff followed through with each and every detail. There were so many things I forgot but The Thistlewood Staff kept me on track the entire time. A few recommendations: add some desserts from Trish […]
Beautiful venue with professional services.
Stephanie - April 2018
The Thistlewood Staff went above and beyond in every possible situation, and by our actual wedding day, they felt like a part of our family. They took every opportunity to “wow” us with their decor choices, willingness to talk through all of our decisions, and overall thoughtfulness and creativity. They took on every detail with […]
Wow! My husband and I couldn’t be happier with our decision to have our wedding at Thistlewood Manor.
Marcie - February 2018
When I was first looking at Venues, I kept coming back to Thistlewood Manor. They did almost everything in-house and it was lovely. The Manor itself is gorgeous: the detail that they have put into the manor and gardens is phenomenal. Seeing it online did not do the grounds justice. It felt like I was […]
I wouldn’t change anything about my wedding and that was in large part because of Thistlewood
Andrea- Jan 2018
We had our wedding ceremony and reception at Thistlewood in October 2017.
The Thistlewood Staff were wonderful, and they helped us so much every step of the way, from the initial meeting all the way through the wedding itself. The Thistlewood Staff exudes warmth and is also a wonderful chef to boot, having prepared the delicious dinner […]
Our wedding was a magical experience!
Yihong Y.- Dec 2017
There are not even words to express how perfect our wedding was at Thistlewood Manor. Our wedding was on September 18th, 2015, and it was everything we could have ever hoped for.
Incredible experience!
Golnaz S.- Dec 2017
We are so glad that we chose Thistlewood Manor as our wedding ceremony & reception venue. When doing my initial research, I thought the packages offered by Thistlewood would for sure be out of budget for us, but I found them to be very fairly priced. The Thistlewood Staff were both so helpful and our […]
Don’t hesitate to check them out!!
Diana M.- Dec 2017
The Thistlewood Staff were so gracious and helpful. They not only set up a gorgeous bridal brunch for the maids and ladies of the family but also broke that down and turned the venue into a DREAM for the wedding. The team atThistlewood really goes above and beyond for their clients. Corey and I (and […]
Our wedding at Thistlewood Manor was perfect.
Mellisa H- Oct 2017
Thistlewood was the perfect venue for my husband and I. We planned our wedding for a year and a half and The Thistlewood Staff helped us every step of the way. They reply very quickly, answer any question you have, and work hard to make your dream come true. Their food is outstanding and the […]
I could go on and on about how PERFECT this venue is, but y’all should just go visit it yourself and fall in love like my husband and I did.
Nikole D- Sept 2017
It was the perfect venue for a very memorable wedding. The Thistlewood Staff are wonderful to work with and they are both very accommodating and helpful with idea and suggestions to match our heart’s desire and preference. I would recommend Thistlewood for anyone seeking to have a romantic and elegant wedding.
We totally enjoyed having our wedding at Thistlewood Manor and Gardens.
Eno- July 2017
As a wedding DJ whose performed hundreds of events, trust me when I say that the in-house catering is unmatched.
In-house catering is unmatched.
Tristan Tully with Complete- July 2017
I loved the flexibility of the ceremony options (indoor or outdoor) and the grounds were lovely. I had both my ceremony and reception here. The cost for this venue isn’t cheap, but it is not overly expensive like others in the surrounding areas. It falls in the middle which is great for the location. Everything […]
I fell in love with this venue the moment I saw it!
Montoya- June 2017
The best place to get married The Thistlewood Staff did an amazing job and everyone was really nice and patient
The best place to get married
Dafnny -May 2017
Thistlewood is stunning and handled every detail of our day perfectly. I had no worries and was able to completely enjoy everything.
Thistlewood is stunning
-May 2017
It is an absolutely gorgeous venue and the owner, The Thistlewood Staff, was a dream to work with. The Thistlewood Staff was SO helpful and ensured that my wedding went off without a hitch.
I cannot recommend Thistlewood highly enough!!!
Carol W.- April 2017
The venue is terrific and the service absolutely wonderful. The food was spectacular. They go out of their way to accommodate everything you need and want. Definitely recommend.
They ensured our daughter’s wedding was a huge success.
David Pimentel- April 2017
We were treated like family at this wonderful venue. The food was excellent too!
Fabulous! Just fabulous!
Kay Baezner Walker - April 2017
Last night we held our annual American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Hays County Survivor Reception at Thistlewood Manor and it was absolutely beautiful!! From the convenient location, to the layout of the venue, to the food and staff, to the volunteers…the night was perfect! Thank you thank you thank you The Thistlewood Staff. May God continue […]
The night was perfect!
Jody Delgado- April 2017
The Thistlewood Staff are the most amazing, kind, and talented people and they made our wedding day a breeze. The Thistlewood Staff is not only so sweet and easy to work with, but she is also a phenomenal chef. We received endless compliments about the food. The Thistlewood Staff is essentially Wonder Woman. She is on top of everything and […]
I truly cannot have imagined a more perfect wedding day! Thistlewood is a gorgeous venue inside and out!
Maya- April 2017
This is a beautiful venue. Every detail is just right. The owners are courteous and welcoming. The acoustics are good too.
Every detail is just right
Denbigh Cherry- April 2017
I have attended several events here and each time has been exceptional.
Beautiful venue with an amazing host.
Julia Smith- April 2017
Attended a cancer survivors dinner last night and had a great time and good food. The atmosphere is quite pleasant and if I were going to have a function I would certainly put this place at the top of the list
The food was plentiful, hot and very delicious.
Denise M Atkinson-Duesterbeck- April 2017
Getting married at Thistlewood Manor was a dream come true for us! Working with The Thistlewood Staff made all the difference. They truly exceeded my expectations in everything. You know you’re working with the right people when they make wedding planning AND your special day a breeze! The food was phenomenal. The flower arrangements were […]
What a stunning venue this is! Absolutely breathtaking.
-February 2017
The Thistlewood Staff are amazing! They are super open, helpful and accommodating! Especially helpful for clueless brides like myself! The venue is gorgeous, and the packages are very fair!
The Thistlewood Staff are amazing!
Hayley- Feb 2017
The Thistlewood Staff are nothing short of fantastic! All the accommodations, and professionalism is worth well more than the cost. The wait staff amazed my family and I with their respect and responsiveness
I highly recommend Thistlewood Manor to everyone!
John W.- Feb 2017
They really have the most beautiful venue and amazing packages for the price! As a wedding coordinator myself, they exceeded expectations on everything- they coordinated and helped plan, they did my florals and linens, they did the food (guests were raving for ages) and beverages as well. I couldn’t have asked for better service!
They exceeded expectations
Jessica J- Feb 2017
We cannot express our appreciation for all that The Thistlewood Staff did to ensure our wedding was beautiful and memorable! Their special touch in the decorations and food added a unique touch that we will forever cherish in our hearts! We highly recommend Thistlewood Manor to all our family and friends.
We are eternally grateful
Nancy Cantu- December 2016
Absolutely love and adore Thistlewood Manor! I highly recommend anyone looking for a venue to check it out! I recently got married and had my reception here and I have no regrets at all. The whole venue is beautiful, from the gardens outside to the grand staircase inside! Our photographer had more then enough beautiful […
I 100% recommend this venue to my family, friends
Dinah Lee Medrano - Dec 2016
The Thistlewood Staff did an outstanding job coordinating the event and she nailed Amanda’s style–from the table settings to the flower arrangements. She also flawlessly executed the wedding timeline. It was wonderful having her in the background gently guiding the kids from one thing to the next. We received so many complements about her and how she […]
The wedding was perfect.
Toni - Nov 2016
This venue is absolutely stunning! My husband and I were married here in October. Everything was perfect and we had such a great time. Our guest are still talking about our wedding and how beautiful Thistlewood is. We captured so many beautiful pictures. The Thistlewood Staff were great. They made sure our day was perfect
We will never forget what an amazing day we had!
Rochelle Earls -Nov 2016
I recently got married here and it was perfect! The Thistlewood Staff are truly outstanding. They worked well with me on every detail and made sure everything went smoothly. Every aspect from food to flower arrangements was phenomenal. I was thoroughly impressed all night. Our guests were satisfied as well.
I only have great things to say about this venue!
Amanda Ericsson -October 2016
Not only did The Thistlewood Staff make amazing food, but went out of her way to accommodate our non traditional wedding. The Thistlewood Staff was more than helpful every step as the months and weeks passed by. Most brides are stressed the week of and the day of, I didn’t have that experience because of them.
More beautiful and fun than I ever could have dreamed of.
Tabitha Westfall -October 2016
I can not say enough how fabulous and wonderful this venue is. The Thistlewood Staff were fantastic to work with, and they really made my dreams come true for my wedding. Everything they put together as a venue was perfect. The ease of having the ceremony on site, in front of a gorgeous church face, […]
Made my dreams come true
Jaclyn Fernandez Jones -August 2016
After an extensive search for venues in the Austin area, I discovered Thistlewood Manor just south in Kyle. I was looking for a venue with a very elegant, romantic feel, and this was THE MOST beautiful one I found. The bridal room to get ready provides an absolutely gorgeous backdrop for photos with the furniture and […]
Highly, highly recommended!
Mary B. - June 2016
INFORMATION
It is our desire at Thistlewood to help you fulfill the unique vision for your event by providing a beautiful venue of Extraordinary Elegance, amazing service, and personalized options and flexibility. We believe that a wedding is a wonderful event created by God which involves not only a special couple but also their families and friends. Let us help you celebrate!
The Thistlewood Staff is ready to serve you and the food is delicious!
Paul - 2019