Question 1

Why is your venue called Circle of Seven Ranch?

Accepted Answer

My husband, our five children and I went to Bastrop to select our first longhorns from a well-known breeder. It was later when we were trying to come up with our ranch name that we realized that we (the 7 of us) picked out a herd of 7 longhorns. Circle of Seven just clicked!

Question 2

How long have you been open?

Accepted Answer

Our first wedding was April 2, 2021, and as of October 2025, we have hosted 200 events!

Question 3

What is your venue's capacity?

Accepted Answer

We can provide tables and chairs indoors for up to 170 guests.  This gives you plenty of room for everyone to be comfortable and to leave enough room for dancing!

Question 4

How big is your parking lot?

Accepted Answer

We have over an acre sized parking lot behind our venue!

Question 5

Do you have a get ready room for the bride?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We have a bridal suite inside our venue that has a full kitchen, bathroom and sitting room!

Question 6

Do you have a place for the guys to go?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We have a "Groom's Hideout" where the boys can play darts, cornhole, foosball, air hockey, basketball, etc. And when they have to get dressed, we have a climate-controlled room with a full bathroom & tv!

Question 7

Is your venue climate controlled?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We have ac & heat in our venue, bridal suite & groom's hideout!

Question 8

Do you have a place where we can stay?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We have an on-site guest house that sleeps up to 7 people! It is a two bedroom and one bath with two queen beds, a sleeper sofa and a trundle twin bed. It has a fully stocked kitchen too!

Question 9

I have more people that need a place to stay after the wedding, what do you have nearby?

Accepted Answer

We have had several weddings where almost everyone came in from out-of-town! Even though we have hotels in all directions about 25 minutes away, we suggest using the AirBnb’s located in Wallis and/or Rosenberg/ Richmond. Some can accommodate large families up to 12 to 16 guests!

Question 10

I do not know where to start in my wedding planning! Can you help me?

Accepted Answer

Yes! When you sign a contract with us, we provide you a "Welcome Packet" that includes a helpful checklist, a recommended table layout, and our preferred vendors list to help you with your wedding planning!

Question 11

Does Circle of Seven Ranch require Insurance?

Accepted Answer

Yes, effective 12/6/2025, Circle of Seven Ranch will require Event Liability and Event Cancelation Insurance for all events. Circle of Seven Ranch has partnered with EventGuard. For more details on what is Event Liability and Event Cancelation insurance, please refer to our Preferred Vendors page where we include an "Insurance FAQ" page under our Event Insurance section. With Event Liability and Cancelation Insurance, we hope to help you protect your day in case an unexpected incident occurs.

Question 12

Wait! Do I have to use your vendors?

Accepted Answer

No.  Our Preferred Vendors list is a great place for you to start but we do not require that you use our vendors. Over the course of three years, we have seen some good vendors and some that were not so good, so we compiled our preferred vendors list from our favorites to share with you. We also ask our vendors to offer discounts to our customers! If you choose to use a vendor that is not listed on our Preferred Vendors list, your vendor will be responsible for submitting a required Certificate of Liability Insurance and signing our Vendor Rules and Guidelines form.

Question 13

What if my photographer is my friend? Or my "caterer" is my uncle?

Accepted Answer

Not a problem. We know how much your family and friends want to help in your wedding! So, if you have a family member or a friend that is "working" on your behalf, we consider them a "Host Provided" service. They will be required to submit a One-Day Event Liability Insurance which can be obtained from our insurance carrier.

Question 14

So, I really want an outside wedding. What happens if there's bad weather on my wedding day?

Accepted Answer

We will work with you until that last minute to decide if the ceremony will be outside or inside. Our most popular venue layout allows for a ceremony space inside our venue if there's bad weather. You make the call!

Question 15

I have a specific date in mind, but I do not know my guest count yet! What do I do?

Accepted Answer

To reserve your date, we need the Reservation Payment and a signed contract.  We realize that your number of guests at this point is really a best guess.  We typically contract for a safe headcount of 80% of your estimated guest list and give you the ability to increase your headcount no later than 30 days before your event. This way you don’t have to commit to a specific number of guests until after you get your rsvp’s back and it keeps you from overpaying.

Question 16

Is my reservation payment refundable?

Accepted Answer

No, the Reservation Payment is not a deposit and is not refundable.  It is the payment due for us to lock in and hold your date just for you.

Question 17

How much time do I have on the day of?

Accepted Answer

We allow an arrival time as early as 9 am so that you have plenty of time for decorating and wedding preparation. Then, we allow 1/2 hour for your ceremony and 4 hours for your reception and 1 hour for venue cleaning/ decoration removal.

Question 18

4-1/2 hours for my wedding & reception?  Is that enough time?

Accepted Answer

90% of our weddings choose to stay within the industry standard 4-1/2 hours timeframe. If you would like to add more time, you can add up to 2 extra hours. Please check our "Packages" tab for the rate.  We do ask that your reception ends at midnight.

Question 19

Why do you ask for an event to end at midnight?

Accepted Answer

We often have either weddings or tours the next day so we need the time for us to deep clean our venue each night after an event and move in/out tables and chairs to get set for our next event before we head to bed. We learned from our first wedding that this works best for us to keep the venue clean..

Question 20

What are we responsible for cleaning up?

Accepted Answer

After your reception, we ask that you pick up or throw away what you or your guests brought in. So, all visible trash needs to go into the trash cans and all decorating items or anything else you brought in needs to be removed from the venue. We need everything out as we start our deep clean as soon as you are done.

Question 21

What about the guest house? When is check-in and check-out?

Accepted Answer

Guest house check-in time is 3 pm and check-out time is 11 am the next morning. If you want to have an earlier access, we will let you know if that is available. If you need a late check out, please check with us first! That will depend on if we have a wedding or tours the next day.

Question 22

Do you allow summer weddings?

Accepted Answer

It's safe to say it will always be hot outside in Houston for July & August.  To help we do have a high-pressure misting system for our two patios as well as an air curtain for the interior of the main double doors. The venue is well insulated and air-conditioned as well. We also offer a reduced Base Venue Rate for July and August!

Question 23

Can we take our bridals/ engagement pictures at the ranch?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We allow for a one-time complimentary access to our venue and/or our grounds for pictures. We ask that these are scheduled on a weekday to not conflict with our weekend weddings.

Question 24

What time do you recommend for our ceremony?

Accepted Answer

We strongly suggest starting your ceremony 1-1/2 hours before sunset. In this way, you will have time for your ceremony and for your daytime pictures with your wedding party and your guests. Our venue has a distinct look in the daytime and a completely different look at night with our up-lights in our trees and in the fountain and with the twinkle lights inside the venue. So, by having your ceremony before sunset, you and your guests get to enjoy our venue in the daytime and at night! It's the best of both worlds!

Question 25

So, what does a typical wedding look like at your venue?

Accepted Answer

Typically, our bride & grooms & their wedding party take photos at the gazebo and in the garden area right after the ceremony.  This first hour is also considered the cocktail hour for your guests for them to enjoy appetizers and drinks while they wait. Thereafter, the wedding party do their grand entrance, their first dances, their speeches and then start dinner. After the bride & groom eat, they go outside to take intimate photos at sunset along our tree-lined drive, on our dock and around our pond. Upon their return, is cake cutting and then the lights dim, and the party starts!

Question 26

On the day of, what time can we come in to decorate?

Accepted Answer

You can come in as early as 9am to start your day! We hope by having our venue decorated with string lights and accent pieces, you will find adding your personal touch can be as easy as you want it to be! And you will not have to worry about non-related tours interrupting your get-ready time. When you rent our venue, our space will be yours for the entire day!

Question 27

Do you have a sound system and Wifi?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We have had multiple weddings where music was provided by a friend or family. For your use, we have two portable Bose S1 Pro speakers that can be blue-toothed to a phone or laptop along with a microphone system. We also can provide a Wifi router.

Question 28

Do you really have longhorns?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We raise purebred registered Texas longhorns. We usually have a young herd in the front and our main herd in our back pastures and they can be viewed from our venue! You can also check them out on our longhorn website! www.circleofsevenlonghorns.com (www.circleofsevenlonghorns.com)

Question 29

What about the bar?

Accepted Answer

We required the use of TABC certified bartender(s) for all events.  You are free to use the bartenders on our Preferred Vendors List or provide your own.  The bartenders on our list provide the garnishes, cocktail napkins and straws. You will provide the alcohol, mixers, ice and cups. We allow for beer, wine and mixed drinks. We ask for no glassware for drinking.  The pricing of the bartenders on our list also includes the tip(s) for the bartender(s).

Question 30

Do you allow fireworks?

Accepted Answer

No, we do not allow fireworks, but we do allow sparklers!  We also have two large clay pots on the main patio that are perfect for disposing of the sparklers after your grand exit.

Question 31

Are pets allowed?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We are pet friendly and have seen some pups be a part of the wedding party!

Circle of Seven Ranch

Rustic Wedding Venue with Outdoor Garden Ceremony
in East Bernard, Texas - Near Houston, TX

713-732-2095

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