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Rest Yourself River Ranch
4.3 ★★★★☆ 106 Google reviews · Barn wedding venue in Mineral Wells, Texas
Laid-back ranch featuring rooms and suites with a rustic vibe, plus a game room.
Plan your tour
- Capacity hosts up to 86 guests, per the venue's own info — couples mention 50–75-guest events in reviews
- Catering outside caterers welcome, going by reviews and the venue’s own info — confirm the policy (and any fees) before you book your caterer
- Lodging on-site lodging comes up in reviews and the venue's own info — ask how many beds and whether the wedding-night stay is included
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (254) 420-7606
- Website restyourselfranch.com — most venues book tours right on their site
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The setting
“The rooms have an old school rustic charm and the water pressure was excellent!”
“The entire property is steeped in history and the management enthusiastically talked to us about all the neat and historic people who has stayed there.”
“This luxurious weekend stay for guest and breathtaking Brazos River view Venue will make your wedding one to remember.”
“We hosted our annual corporate retreat at Rest Yourself Ranch for the second time this January, and once again, it was absolutely amazing.”
“Which by the way - if you come to River Ranch, check out Mineral Wells - cool little city, that apparently has had a huge turn around from what Mineral Wells was 5 years ago.”
“The grounds are beautiful and well cared for - I couldn’t get over how many beautiful places there were for portraits!”
Amenities couples mention
“We rented the ranch for two nights and all of our family and wedding party stayed on site, so it was like a weekend retreat.”
“Evenings were magical thanks to the fire pit, where we gathered every night to make s’mores, tell stories, and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.”
“Whether it was the peaceful river, open fields, or stunning sunsets, every part of the ranch felt like a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.”
“The Great Lodge is generously spacious and holds 75+ people easily, and there is still plenty of dance floor space.”
What couples say again and again
“The view is absolutely breathtaking, especially on an early winter morning when the dew is gently glistening on the leaves and grass.”
“I worked with the event coordinator on staff, Melinda Wilson, who was literally a dream to work with.”
“The beds are also insanely comfortable; everyone raved about the rooms.”
“The food is delicious, the accommodations are top-notch, and the overall atmosphere is peaceful and rejuvenating.”
From the reviews
Our wedding at Rest Yourself River Ranch could not have been more perfect. Melinda was always available to answer questions and give advice throughout the planning process. The team really knows how to handle the chaos that can come with weddings and we appreciate them so much!
Rest Yourself Ranch is a truly magical place! I had the pleasure of getting married here on December 4, 2021 and it was the wedding of my dreams. The views overlooking the river made for such a romantic rehearsal and ceremony, and the lights in the courtyard after dark created the perfect party atmosphere.
I am practically at a loss of words to describe how amazing our wedding weekend was at Rest Yourself River Ranch. It was back in June of 2023 and it feels like just yesterday with all of the lasting memories that were made. Melinda was my primary contact and she treated us like we were her own family.
This is THE MOST DREAMY venue!!!! 100% recommend!!! It has everything you need at a venue. The groomsmen have a great big place to hang as well as the bridesmaids who have a luxurious room.The views are gorgeous. Everyone kept telling my family how amazing the venue was.
Getting married at Rest Yourself River Ranch
Rest Yourself River Ranch comes up for weddings — confirmed on their own site. Two things make the tour worth the drive. First, see it at the time of day you'd actually get married — a barn that glows at golden hour can feel very different at noon, and you'll want to walk the path your guests take from parking to ceremony to reception. Second, bring your real questions: the rain plan (where does the ceremony move?), the catering and bar policy, the music curfew, and exactly what's included with the rental — tables, chairs, setup, and teardown are where quotes quietly diverge. Popular dates at barn venues book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.
Corporate events & private parties at Rest Yourself River Ranch
Reviews and the venue's own info mention corporate events, retreats, or private parties at Rest Yourself River Ranch — barn venues often have real weekday availability since weddings claim the weekends. A quick call answers the three things that matter: weekday and off-season rates, whether the space works for your headcount and A/V needs, and what catering is allowed. If your event lands on a Friday or Saturday in wedding season, ask early.
