Shirley Acres

Charm, Hospitality, Family

Holds ceremonies and receptions

4.8

Praised by couples for:

Amenities

Guests comfort

Helpful staff

Having our wedding at Shirley acres was an amazing experience from beginning to end! They approached any question, concern, want or need with a can do attitude. It was amazing to experience so much support from their team during the planning process + wedding day. Our coordinator Marissa is incredible! She flawlessly coordinating with our external vendors. Genuinely we had the most amazing, fun and stress free day thanks to Marissa and the entire Shirley acres team! Our guests raved about the food, the beautiful grounds and how seamless the entire day !

Gaby P.

5.0

I am a wedding DJ that recently had the pleasure of being part of a wedding at Shirley Acres and I must say that this is truly one of the best venues that I have ever worked at. The staff is so helpful and I had the honor of working with Marissa! She is such an amazing coordinator! I am big on communication to ensure we are all on the same page and she exceeded my expectations in that category. We worked great together to ensure we carried out such an amazing wedding! I hope to visit this venue again!

Sheyenne Y.

5.0

AWARD WINNER (4X)

Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot

Shirley Acres is an all-inclusive wedding venue located in North Houston, TX. Valuing charm and hospitality, the establishment’s team believes in treating those celebrating with them like family. Originally a residence for co-owners Ralph and Lou Shirley, the property has been the site of countless celebrations since 1971. Today, the venue has been passed down to Bob and Karla Shirley who endeavor to carry on their parents’ charming legacy. Reflecting its name, Shirley Acres consists of 21 acres that showcase The Lone Star State’s abundant natural beauty. When celebrating here, couples have the option of hosting in a number of indoor and outdoor event spaces. To-be-weds are invited to share their special days with up to 400 guests. For a blissful happily ever after, couples are welcome to hold their ceremony in the Courtyard. With twinkling lights and blossoming, seasonal flowers, the space offers a truly romantic ambience for tying the knot. After saying “I do,” newlyweds can join their family and friends for dining and dancing in the adjacent Garden Room. Complete with a soaring ceiling, chandeliers, and expansive picture windows, this bright ballroom is a spacious reception site. Here, couples and their loved ones can create lifelong memories together over the dinner table and on the dance floor. The Pavillion is available for those hosting more intimate receptions. This charming event space is tucked away within leafy trees, offering a secluded ambience for milestone moments. After the last dance of the day, newlyweds and their loved ones can rest in the Guesthouse. Featuring four bedrooms, it offers ample space for getting ready or relaxing. For pre-ceremony preparations, the venue also features a separate get-ready suite. For as seamless a celebration experience as possible, Shirley Acres offers an array of services. Their talented team of event coordinators will be there from start to finish to answer any queries and guide you through the planning process. To fulfill your floral needs, the in-house florist is happy to work with you. For a stand-out reception meal, Chef Felipe and his culinary team will draw from their 20 years of experience. Depending on your preferences, they can prepare a buffet, plated dishes, or hot and cold hors d’oeuvres. To accompany your meal, bar services are also available. Each event space is equipped with sound systems to align with your entertainment vision. To streamline the planning process, the venue also offers wedding packages.

31+ years in business

Speaks English, Spanish

10 team members

Amenities + details

Amenities

Ceremony Area

Covered Outdoors Space

Dressing Room

Handicap Accessible

Indoor Event Space

Liability Insurance

On-Site Accommodations

Outdoor Event Space

Reception Area

Wireless Internet

Ceremony Types

Civil Union

Commitment Ceremony

Elopement

Interfaith Ceremony

Non-Religious Ceremony

Religious Ceremony

Second Wedding

Vow Renewal Ceremony

Settings

Ballroom

Barn

Garden

Trees

Venue Service Offerings

Bar & Drinks

Cakes & Desserts

Food & Catering

Planning

Service Staff

Transportation

Shuttle Service

Awards and Affiliations

4-Time 'Best of Weddings'

2020.2016.2013.2011.

Hall of Fame

Earned by winning 'Best of Weddings' four or more times.

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Shirley Acres offers stunning grounds and a highly praised all‑inclusive wedding package. The professional, organized staff and coordinators make planning and day‑of execution seamless, even when multiple events overlap. Guests rave about the delicious food, cake, and vendor coordination, calling it a stress‑free, highly recommended venue.

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Gaby P

Having our wedding at Shirley acres was an amazing experience from beginning to end! They approached any question, concern, want or need with a can do attitude. It was amazing to ...

experience so much support from their team during the planning process + wedding day. Our coordinator Marissa is incredible! She flawlessly coordinating with our external vendors. Genuinely we had the most amazing, fun and stress free day thanks to Marissa and the entire Shirley acres team! Our guests raved about the food, the beautiful grounds and how seamless the entire day !

Sheyenne Y

I am a wedding DJ that recently had the pleasure of being part of a wedding at Shirley Acres and I must say that this is truly one of the best venues that I have ever worked at. Th...

e staff is so helpful and I had the honor of working with Marissa! She is such an amazing coordinator! I am big on communication to ensure we are all on the same page and she exceeded my expectations in that category. We worked great together to ensure we carried out such an amazing wedding! I hope to visit this venue again!

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Jazmin S

We planned our wedding in just three months for 50 guests, and we were looking for a truly all-inclusive package. Shirley Acres offered exactly that — and by all-inclusive, I mean ...

fresh flowers, DJ, cake, food, drinks, etc. details we never saw included in “all-inclusive” packages at other venues. I couldn’t find anything else on the market that offered so much for such a reasonable price. The venue itself is stunning, with gorgeous views that create the perfect vibe for an outdoorsy couple. Our wedding planner, Marissa, was incredible — she stayed on top of everything before, during, and after the wedding, allowing my husband and I to simply focus on enjoying our big day. The food was delicious, and the service was excellent. During the planning process, we had a small miscommunication, but the owner personally called me to resolve it, and the entire team worked with us to make sure everything went smoothly. On our wedding day, they had another event in the pavilion ending at 5 PM and our reception started at 7pm. I was worried about how they would manage the transition, but they handled it flawlessly. In fact, there was also another wedding happening in the other hall, and you wouldn’t even realize it — their operations are that smooth. From start to finish, the entire team was professional, organized, and truly dedicated to making our day perfect. I highly recommend Shirley Acres to any couple looking for a beautiful, stress-free wedding experience.

will k

very pretty venue with a great all inclusive package. the cake was especially delicious! food was fantastic.

Elizabeth P

This lovely facility is one of the loveliest places for a Wedding & Reception because the staff is very professional, helpful, and always has everything perfectly prepared when Hou...

ston String Music's ensembles arrive whether inside or outside in the beautiful garden!

Chesli L

I had my wedding back in March at Shirley Acres and it was an absolutely fantastic experience! From touring the venue to planning the wedding to actually celebrating the big day, t...

heir entire staff was there with us supporting us along the way. Big shout out to Allie Aden who helped coordinate things perfectly so I didn't have to worry about any minor detail! (BONUS! She was able to quickly convert us back to an outdoor wedding since the skies decided to clear up! It was perfect.) Food, drinks, venue, dj, florist, etc. were all perfect and they're always up for giving recommendations on vendors when needed. Definitely check them out if you're planning a big event!

Souri S

My daughter had her a wedding there in March it was the best wedding ever that is all my family and friends said I can’t tell you how much Allie was helpful and made everything so ...

easy and perfect she was angel send from Hy to take all the pressure and stress away from my daughter big day the stuff awesome the food was delicious the flowers were beautiful Margaret did great job as we were told we couldn’t have it any other way better that what Allie did for us I can’t find any other words to say THANK YOU

Peyton C

Our daughter and fiancée had their reception at Shirley Acres on Jan. 13th and we cannot say enough good things about Kristie our coordinator. She went above and beyond to make eve...

rything perfect and special! The decor was beautiful, the food delicious, the DJ was super FUN and had everyone on the dance floor. They handled everything so that we could relax and really enjoy the evening. We highly recommend Shirley acres. Thank you to Bob, Kristie and the entire Shirley Acres team!

Rebecca D

They were absolutely amazing!!!! Margaret, my florist knew everything I was looking for and our wedding coordinator, Allie made it where I never had to worry about a thing from sta...

rt to finish! The food is to die for as well!!! Try the prime rib!!!

Samantha S

Shirley Acres made our wedding dreams come true! We had our wedding here in October 2023. We chose the venue because it is all-inclusive, since my husband and I both had busy lives...

. They really took care of everything, and the people we had the pleasure of working with at Shirley Acres were professional and really care about making your special day just as you imagine it. On the day-of, Kristie, our wedding coordinator, gave us a seamless and beautiful experience. The vendors we used through Shirley Acres were all top-notch and I cannot stress enough how easy they made the whole experience!

Angela P

Our wedding at Shirley Acres was beautiful beyond description. The grounds are a wonderful garden venue in the middle of the big city. A family owned business that is obvious a l...

abor of love. The food was delicious and the bakery the recommended was impeccable! Not a single piece wasted. and the entire four beautiful layers GONE! Everyone was so polite, patient and understanding. This is a venue that does not disappoint!!

Darrin S

I was a photographer on 5.28.23, AND I NEVER HEARD THE WORD NO, from any Shirley Acres team member. Ms. Allie was amazing. It was always, sure, I think we can find something or I'm...

sure there is one around. Always helpful. The staff is quiet, but efficient and pays attention to detail. Beautiful grounds and CLEAN!!!!! Just an overall very great experience. And being a photographer it is MY JOB, to see and pay attention to everything and Shirley Acres is as good as advertised!!!!!

Keri H

Highly recommend having your wedding at Shirley Acres!! It's such a beautiful venue and the staff are so helpful and friendly. We had the fajita buffet and it was amazing. Our gu...

ests absolutely loved it! The Pavillion was decorated for Christmas and it was so beautiful. It was absolutely perfect for a December wedding. Our wedding coordinator, Kelley, was also amazing and so very organized. She definitely kept us on track and made sure everything went smoothly. When it started raining right before the ceremony was to begin, the staff quickly set up chairs inside as a backup plan. Overall, it was a wonderful wedding day and we are so happy we picked Shirley Acres

Sally W

This venue was absolutely amazing! Can’t say enough about it from start to finish. Helpful, caring, accommodating. Every question asked answered promptly. The staff made sure ev...

ery single part of the wedding was perfect. Allie was our wedding planner and she was absolutely amazing, went above and beyond to make the day perfect. All the staff are fantastic! Allie you have a very special talent - thank you!! The food!! Outstanding. So many of our guests commented on the excellent food and service. We couldn’t be happier, so thankful we found this beautiful venue, it was an amazing wedding from start to finish. I cannot recommend this place more! Very rare to find such a quality all inclusive venue like this, you will not be disappointed!!

Amanda M

I can't say enough wonderful and amazing things about this venue and all the staff from the owner Bob, the coordinators April and Allie, the floral designer Ronnie down to the wai...

tstaff. It is a BEAUTIFUL venue, all of our guests raved about the food, the flowers and the music! We were extremely happy and loved the wedding cake bakery and photographer recommendations. M.E.B cakes did a phenomenal wedding and grooms cake that was delicious and photographer Chris W Photography did an awesome job capturing the day and was so much fun! DJ Alex played all the music we wanted and kept the party going, he totally rocked it! April was our coordinator that day and she made everything go as smooth and perfect as any bride would want for her special day! I would recommend Shirley Acres all day, everyday for your wedding- they made planning our wedding stress free, perfect and beautiful! They gave us the wedding we wanted and the wedding I always pictured and dreamed about! Thank you Shirley Acres!

Emily C

I LOVED THIS VENUE! I booked with them prior to COVID and when everything had to change due to the COVID restrictions, they were EXTREMELY helpful and helped guide me through every...

thing. They do everything there: flower, food, etc. It took a lot of the stress out of the wedding planning! My day was absolutely beautiful and I have Shirley Acres for that. The entire team is amazing. They are all responsive and nice! I highly recommend this location. You won't regret it!

Response from Shirley Acres

We are so honored to have hosted your wedding! Your kind words are so appreciated - our s...

taff is dedicated to make every bride and groom have the best day of their lives! Thank you so much!

Yahveh B

We are so glad that we chose Shirley Acres to be our wedding venue! They made the process so much easier. Bob was very accomodating and understanding of our situation Our wedding c...

oordinator helped us every step of the way to make our day as smooth as possible. All my guests loved the venue, the food, and the environment all together! Shirley Acres made our day the best one ever!

Amanda K

We are forever grateful to Shirley Acres' staff for helping us experience the best day of our lives so far! Our original wedding reception venue canceled on us due to the pandemic,...

and it was a blessing in disguise because it led us here. In less than two months' time, we hoped to find a new reception venue to accommodate our loved ones, and we did in Shirley Acres. From the moment we met them, every single staff member made us feel supported and loved. Bob (the owner), Kelley (our coordinator), the florist, chefs, serving team, bartenders, parking attendants and security staff are some of the most genuinely kind, positive, patient, energetic, thoughtful and caring people we have ever met. They proved extremely organized, helpful, communicative, efficient and flexible throughout times of planning and enjoying the wedding day. We did not have to worry about a single thing! During our planning meeting, they took the time to get to know us and guided our conversation to discuss every detail of the day, which made us feel so relaxed and comfortable to know we were in good hands. Our coordinator even thought to ask us if we would want a second dinner and cake serving placed in our getaway car for later in the evening. They think of everything, so you don't have to worry about forgetting something. Even during a pandemic with health and safety guidelines constantly changing, they always knew what to do, how to help and how to make us feel calm, safe and special. In addition, they encouraged us to visit Shirley Acres throughout our wedding week to drop off items for the wedding and answered our phone calls and emails promptly and kindly the entire time. Their landscaping and floral work are absolutely gorgeous, so the indoor and outdoor spaces were comfortable and beautiful. They went above and beyond to ensure that we could enjoy this special day with all of our loved ones, and we cannot thank them enough.

KHAJA M

Aaliya and I had our reception at Shirley Acres in November 2019 – Sorry for the delayed post, Bob. We looked at 15-20 venues around Houston before going to Shirley Acres. The mo...

ment we stepped onto the property, we fell in love with it. It had the perfect natural beauty with a rustic, Texan feel. Bob and his team were really great hosts and extremely helpful every step of the way. The wedding/reception packages are very reasonably prices, and worth every penny. They cover all your needs, plus a little more. The floral decoration and setup was absolutely stunning. It was perfection – right from the arrangement of the tables to each flower petal. Almost every single one of our 300 guests was in awe of the ambience and the beauty of Shirley Acres. The personal attention and care provided by Bob and his team was extremely gratifying – they go above and beyond to make sure you are at ease. People say you can’t really enjoy your wedding day and it goes by so fast. We agree, it went by real fast, but we enjoyed every minute of it. All thanks to the Team at Shirley Acres. They were on top of everything, from coordinating with all the vendors, taking care of the guests to even taking care of us! Thank you, Summer, Charity and rest of the crew! Thank you Shirley Acres for our making our special day even more special! If you’re planning to get married around the Houston area, we would definitely recommend Shirley Acres. -Aaliya and Khaja.

Lindsay H

Shirley Acres was amazing! Everyone I interacted with was so nice and extremely helpful. My coordinator, Jennifer, gave me advice when needed (which was a lot!). I didn’t really kn...

ow what I wanted coming into it, but what I was given was amazing. The evening couldn’t have gone better! We had the wedding outside, and it was beautiful! There were places for everyone to get ready, and they were very flexible when needed. The only thing I would mention is the speed of the waitstaff. Several people told me their food and drinks were taken way too fast. All in all, I would do it all over again with Shirley Acres!! Thank you so much for such a memorable and amazing day!

Response from Shirley Acres

We are so happy that you had such a wonderful experience at Shirley Acres! We truly striv...

e to make every couple's dreams come true. We will pass on the review to our staff and we wish you all a very Merry Christmas!

Jessica H

I got married at Shirley Acres 9/28/2019. I cannot recommend this venue enough! My mom and I visited 20+ venues before we made our decision and I’m so happy we chose Shirley Acres!...

All members of the staff were friendly, accommodating and very understanding as we went though every step of the wedding planning process. Jennifer made sure my day went perfectly from the moment we stepped foot on the property. The grounds are absolutely beautiful and the staff made us feel as though we were family. Don’t hesitant, Shirley Acres is the best choice for a stress-free PERFECT wedding.

Adrianna F

I just got married this past Sunday and Shirley Acres was amazing! Wonderful staff! Kelley the coordinator was the sweetest! The entire experience was so nice. The staff really wor...

ks with your request..They took the stress right off our shoulders and made our day so spectacular. So happy we went with Shirley acres. If I could give them 10 stars I would. Truly an amazing venue to have your wedding at.

Response from Shirley Acres

Shirley Acres Team is so happy to hear about your wedding experience! We wish you guys th...

e very best future as a wedded couple!

Adrienne K

Shirley Acres is an exceptional wedding venue!! I got married here on October 5th, 2019. We had the ceremony in the outdoor courtyard and the reception was in the Garden Room. Both...

locations were beautiful backdrops for our special day. I live out of state so it was very important for us to find a venue that provided most of the services in house so we did not have to search for a ton of different vendors. We were so thankful to find Shirley Acres. We used their florist, day-of coordinator, cake, and catering services which made wedding planning much less stressful. Jim the florist did an amazing job on the bouquets and floral centerpieces. I absolutely loved my bouquet, and it turned out better than I had envisioned. We got so many compliments from guests on how tasty the food was from the in-house catering team. (We chose the chicken, salmon, vegetables, and mashed potatoes) I loved how our semi-naked cake turned out, and the raspberry and almond cream fillings were delicious! Charity was our wedding planner and was so helpful throughout the planning process! She made sure our day went off perfectly and put me at ease on our big day. We also used the on-site guest house for the weekend which was the perfect place for the bridal party and mothers to get their hair and makeup done. There was plenty of space and rooms to accommodate everyone, and I loved having a big sleepover with my bridesmaids the night before the wedding! We let the bridesmaids and their dates stay at the guest house after the wedding while my husband and I stayed at a hotel downtown. I cannot say enough good things about Shirley Acres, their team, and our experience with them! They helped to make our wedding dreams a reality! I highly recommend this venue to anyone looking!

Response from Shirley Acres

We are so excited for you guys! There is nothing like being married to your best friend! ...

We wish you the very best!

Elise B

I will sing praises about Shirley Acres forever! They made my dream wedding come to life. From the first meeting with Bob to the detail meetings with our coordinator (Jennifer) eve...

ryone we met and worked with were so kind, patient and happy to help. We had our wedding and reception in the Garden room and loved it. The flip was seamless. Our guests LOVED the food/cake. The DJ did a great job of picking music to keep the crowd on the dance floor. My bridesmaids and I got ready in the guest house-it's so spacious and has tons of natural light for makeup/hair.The staff really listened to my requests and did their best to make it happen. Every detail was thought of and executed to perfection! Shirley Acres made our #BASSdayever a success!

Response from Shirley Acres

The Shirley Acres Team is so happy to hear about your wedding experience! We are so happy...

for you guys and wish you the very best!

Courtney C

I loved the all inclusive experience that Shirley Acres offered. They provided delicious food, wine and beer, gorgeous flowers and table settings, a great DJ and a beautiful venue....

I also love the officiant they provided us, Myndi Ramey. She was wonderful and helped us to have the personalized ceremony we were hoping for. Jennifer Buchholtz was our day of coordinator and did an excellent job. She had everything covered, helped the day run smoothly and kept me at ease. Bob Shirley the owner was very kind and accommodating throughout my whole wedding experience. I enjoyed working with all of them very much and they helped to creat an unforgettable day for me. My only critique is that I would have liked more transparency during the open houses when trying food and cake about which items were an up-charge. When tasting cake my favorites all came with an up charge but I wasn’t aware of that until sitting down with my coordinator to choose my wedding cake. I ended up going with a flavor that was included with what I had already paid for and it was delicious but I would have liked to know while I was tasting the cake what was actually included.

Hayleigh M

Shirley Acres gave me the wedding of my dreams . They made the whole process of planning a wedding as stress free as possible . The dj was fantastic and had the whole room having ...

a good time . We went with the bbq menu which was delicious , they had an extra container in our get away car that was quickly devoured . I can never thank Jennifer and the other team members enough for how amazing they were !!

Response from Shirley Acres

We are so happy you guys had such a wonderful time!! Jennifer loves her couples and has s...

uch a great time with them. We wish you both the very best in the future!

Krysta T

We had a fantastic wedding at Shirley Acres this fall! The staff were so friendly and accommodating. We loved how everything turned out and would recommend it to anyone looking for...

a beautiful outdoor wedding, great food, and more! You're able to get your floral items, cake, some wedding decorations and more all through the venue. Bob Shirley and his team do a great job.

Response from Shirley Acres

We are so happy that you guys had such a wonderful wedding! We wish you both the very bes...

Sandra O

The first day that my husband and I went to tour Shirley Acres we were welcomed by Bob the owner. He showed us the venue and then we sat down to talk about what they offered. I was...

fascinated to learn that they are an all inclusive wedding venue. That was exactly what I was looking for. We decided to book our wedding day because the place is beautiful, we got excellent service and we were offered everything we wanted within our budget. We were also invited to an open house and had the opportunity to taste their delicious food including cakes. It was great because we were able to get ideas of flower arrangements and talk to the florist. Our wedding coordinator was amazing! I honestly felt like my wedding was the the most important because of the level of involvement from my coordinator she made everything I envisioned come alive! The day of our wedding we got so many compliments but most were about how delicious the food was. I am extremely happy that we chose this venue because they basically take care of everything for you. I did not have to worry about looking for venders. I can honestly say that I enjoyed the whole wedding process thanks to the Shirley Acres staff.

Response from Shirley Acres

Shirley Acres team sincerely appreciates your kind words! We are very excited to hear tha...

t your wedding experience was amazing and we wish you both the very best as you journey into married life!

Michelle R

We had our wedding here on July 19, 2019, and it was FABULOUS! We had our ceremony and reception in the Garden Room, and it was beautiful! Everything turned out amazing, from the f...

lowers to the food to the DJ and event coordinator (Charity), it was all incredible! The grounds are gorgeous for pictures, the staff was all friendly. We also rented the Guesthouse on property for our Bridal Party for the night before and of the wedding, and it made everything so convenient, plus the Guesthouse was awesome! Mr. Bob Shirley was great to work with too! We had so many compliments from so many guests. We highly recommend this venue!!!!

Response from Shirley Acres

Thank you so much for your kind words! In order to have such a great venue it takes a te...

am - and Shirley Acres has a great team! Bob is passionate about providing the best service possible for the couples and the rest of the team are equally as dedicated to giving their best. We consider it an honor to have had the privilege to host your wedding.

Samantha B

The whole team at Shirley Acres made our wedding amazing! They helped plan out every detail and made our day worry free! The venue for perfect for our ceremony and reception and I ...

couldn’t have imagined a better location or event!!

Response from Shirley Acres

Thank you so much for your kind words! Shirley Acres is truly honored to have been the v...

enue you chose to host your very special wedding day! We wish you all they best!

Jordan W

Shirley Acres did an amazing job on our wedding! They not only gave us what we wanted but exceeded our expectations. They were so accommodating to everything. Jennifer was our day ...

of coordinator and was on top of everything that day. She made the day go by smoothly. Krystal and Charity were also so helpful during the wedding process and helped answer all my questions and concerns. Bob was great as well during the process! The food and cake was excellent we had so many compliments! We loved Shirley acres and highly recommend it for your special day! They gave us the fairy tale we dreamed of!

Cinthia H

I would never have found a perfect place like Shirley Acres for my wedding, Britani and Mr. Bob were fabulous, the facilities beautiful, we ordered BBQ and it was really delicious,...

we enjoyed our wedding from beginning to end, Thanks Shirley Acres for making our special day unforgettable

Samantha B

The Shirley Acres team was incredible to work with. They were kind, communicative, and professional. The day ran smoothly and I absolutely trusted them with our day and couldn’t be...

happier with how it turned out. Jennifer was an excellent coordinator, but everyone we worked with was wonderful. Thank you for helping to make our wedding beautiful and stress free! Nothing but compliments!

Erica G

Best venue in Northwest Houston. They made my day super special. I had the BEST day-of wedding coordinator, Jennifer. I'm a perfectionist and need to have control of everything but...

for the first time in my life I let go and Jennifer was there taking care of every detail. I was able to enjoy my day thanks to her, forever grateful. You will not regret using this venue for your special day. Thank you Shirley Acres!

Lori S

3500 words is not enough to explain the professionalism, genuine care, and attention to detail that this entire staff provided to our wedding. We chose an outdoor ceremony (with pl...

an B indoors) and the pavilion for the redemption. The grounds, flowers, music, food, and decor were astonishing. Providing the perfect background for our photographer Chip Gillipse - who captured the moments for us to cherish for years to come. If you are looking at other venues in this area or if you have to travel - look no more. There are plenty hotels nearby for your guests. I’m not going continue to go on and on about our experience, see for yourself.

Jenn C

I looked at several venues before stopping by Shirley Acres. Meeting the owner, Bob, I just felt like I wouldn’t have to worry about anything and I was right! I “didn’t want” an ou...

tdoor wedding but the garden area was so beautiful I couldn’t resist. They have a few places for indoor ceremonies too but the garden is AMAZING. The weather ended up being perfect, the team at Shirley Acres was there for every planning stage and my coordinator Jennifer was beyond helpful. She was calm and focused, attending to my every need. There were so many little touches that were specific to my fiancé and I. I could not have hoped for a more perfect day. The food was great and there were a lot of options. My guests all raves about how delicious the dinner was. The cake (included in our package, but thoughtfully designed by Jennifer and I) was beautiful and tasted great. There are truly not enough complimentary things I could say about this place. Linens, DJ, florals, centerpieces... all perfect!

Laura N

I couldn't be more pleased with this venue. They were so accommodating with every request, responsive to all my questions, and everything ran like clockwork on the day of. Not to m...

ention it's a beautiful venue and we got several compliments on the food. I would definitely recommend them!

Stephanie O

Jennifer was an excellent coordinator. We did not have to worry about a thing the night of our reception. Mr. Shirley is awesome to work with and very personable. Krystal was al...

so very helpful throughout the planning process. Everyone was so accommodating and made us feel like we were planning with our family as they were so excited to be a part of the process. The day of the wedding I just had to bring in my decor and they set up everything perfectly! Their in house flowers were fantastic and I highly recommend their florist. Their lot is absolutely stunning for pictures especially at night. We were so elated with the entire process and would recommend Shirley Acres to everyone.

Taylor K

Everything was wonderful and you could not have a better staff. We looked at over 15 venues in greater Houston area and so glad we chose Shirley Acres. It was the best day and the ...

venue surpassed every expectation we had.

Shanna B

The staff at Shirley Acres worked tirelessly to ensure our wedding was simply perfect. And it was. They were communicative and professional, and the property is gorgeous. Thanks a...

gain to Shirley Acres!

Lisa M

I didn't get married myself here it was my sisters wedding and it was so beautiful! The owner, Bob Shirley, made sure to make us feel welcome from the first time we visited the ven...

ue. My sister looked amazing and we had an amazing time! Every little detail was BETTER than what we expected and oh my.. the food was out of this world! Shirley Acres catering is some of the best food I've ever had! The chefs are top notch. This overall experience was beautiful and i recommend all soon to be brides go take a tour to see it for yourselves!

Hoa N

Staff at shirley acre is absolutely amazing!!! They are so accommodating and sweet! I felt very confident after booking with them because they are such genuine people! Jennifer, o...

ur wedding coordinator was so amazing! Easy to stay in contact with and she was with me the whole day! I felt like she was a bridesmaid or one of my sisters!! My guests loved the food, the wedding ceremony was absolutely beautiful in the garden, and jim the florist did an absolutely amazing job!! My family stayed in the guest house for 2 nights and they loved it, very comfortable and spacious for my whole family! It was the perfect setting for our tea ceremony ( vietnamese ceremony). I would 100% recommend shirley acre to anyone looking for a venue!! In fact, ive spread the word to a couple of co workers that are getting married!! I cannot thank them enough for all that they did to make my wedding day so perfect!!

Kim N

I have done events before with them and have been happy, but I was not impressed this time around. I was looking at them as a possible location for our daughter's wedding.... it to...

ok Karla 4-5 emails to send an attachment with original quote, we had an appointment scheduled for my daughter to go out and look at the venue plus they were revising the quote based on some things we discussed (just a couple of small things). We were ask to change our appointment time so we could meet with Bob, we agreed. My daughter shows up at the new appointment time and doesn't get to meet with Bob and the quote has not been prepared. So, Krystal does a quote a for more than $6,000 more than the original quote. I'm only giving them the one star because of past events, based on this experience they would get "0". If this is how they run the show over there now, I would run for the hills and not use them.

Dena L

HIGHLY RECOMMEND! Beautiful garden wedding and great reception hall! Perfect! The entire staff were amazing - from Bob to Jennifer to Heidi! Great team! They coordinated the we...

dding, the food was delicious, cake was perfect and yummy, flowers were gorgeous. Everyone was very caring! They took care of everything!!! We just showed up! NO STRESS!!!

Brooklyn M

Shirley Acres made my wedding a dream come true. Our coordinator, Jennifer, was spectacular. She walked me through the entire planning process in respect to Shirley Acres portion a...

nd made the rehearsal and wedding day a breeze. She even checked on me the whole event to see if I needed a drink, food, etc. Jim the Florist was amazing! He did beautiful work and was so friendly and accommodating. All in all, the food was great, set up beautiful, sound system on point, as well as everything else. Also, the guest house is AWESOME! All the girls stayed there the night before and we had a blast. Thank you Shirley Acres!!

Rebekah W

I cannot recommend Shirley Acres enough! Every employee is kind, professional, efficient, and exceptional at their job. They are quick and excellent communicators and do everything...

they can to make sure that your wedding day runs smoothly. Even though we only had a three month engagement, Krystal and Jennifer were on the ball in making sure that every detail was perfect. I was so relieved to know that I didn't have to worry about anything the day of the wedding! The flowers and decor were beautiful and the food was delicious. Overall, we could not have asked for a better or more stress-free day.

Melissa A

We cannot say enough great things about this venue!!! We had the perfect NYE wedding at Shirley Acres. My husband and I work full time , and are not from the Houston area, so it ...

was a blessing to know that we were in good hands. The staff, venue, communication, FLOWERS, food, price---we could go on and on. They have everything you need all in one venue. It makes everything less stressful , and the guests will love it!! I would not have changed a single thing about the wedding. Thank you Shirley Acres and staff for making our wedding a night to remember!!!

Aastha T

Beautiful indoor and outdoor venue! Bob Shirley and his team were kind, helpful, and willing to work with your budget. Shirley Acres provided all inclusive packages so you won't ha...

ve to worry about gathering florists, chefs, bakers, etc. yourself!

James C

We got married 11/15/2016 here, and everything was more than expected. From the floral arrangements to intricate details of decorations, everything was prepared perfectly. We were...

even more impressed with the staff that simply knew what to do in every step. We as bride and groom thought we could get everything under control, but wow we were so wrong! If it weren't for Christina and Bob, the wedding wouldn't have been half as good as it had been. We are so grateful of their care and thoughtfulness. all of our guests loved the venue. The food was perfect, just phenomenal! In general, the whole experience felt surreal, we really didn't have to worry about a thing! Highly recommend, and you sure won't be disappointed.

Teresa R

Thank you Shirley Acres for always going the extra mile to ensure our events are a success! I am new in my role and everyone at Shirley Acres went above and beyond to assist every...

step of the way in planning, setup and execution of my 1st big event in my new role! I can't thank you enough and I look forward to my next opportunity to work with this fantastic team!

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