How Much Does It Cost to Get Married at The Hillside Estate in Texas?

If you’re looking for an elegant estate wedding in North Texas with both indoor and outdoor ceremony options, The Hillside Estate in Cross Roads, TX might already be on your radar. With its grand staircase, chandelier-lit chapel, and views of a private tree-lined valley, it’s one of the most picturesque venues near Dallas.

But what does it actually cost to get married here? The Tulle Together Wedding Pricing Transparency Project is on a mission to collect all of the pricing PDFs for wedding venues across the country. All of the PDFs in our database – 2,000 total and more than 50 in Texas – are contributed by other couples planning their weddings. That means we can walk through the venue costs for you – without you having to email them. Below, we’ve broken down everything—from base fees to bar packages—to help you figure out whether The Hillside Estate fits your budget and your vision.

Overall Cost Estimate

Let’s start with some total numbers before breaking down each fee individually. We combed through all the pricing details in the PDF to put together some high level quotes using Tulle’s Venue Calculator tool. This tool allows you to put in the most common elements of venue pricing PDFs to figure out the actual total without having to build a complex spreadsheet.

$44,000 for 150 guests

This takes the peak season Saturday venue fee, the standard required beverage package at $38 per person, an estimate for $120 per person catering, and the cleaning fee for 150 guests (the venue’s capacity is 300).

$53,000 for 200 guests

This takes the peak season Saturday venue fee, the standard required beverage package at $38 per person, an estimate for $120 per person catering, and the cleaning fee for 200 guests (the venue’s capacity is 300).

$61,200 for 250 guests

This takes the peak season Saturday venue fee, the standard required beverage package at $38 per person, an estimate for $120 per person catering, and the cleaning fee for 250 guests (the venue’s capacity is 300).

You can calculate the rough estimate of what it would cost to get married at The Hillside Estate by using Tulle Together’s Venue Calculator! For the breakdown of the different costs, see below or log in to Tulle Together to access the entire pricing PDF.

Ceremony & Reception Costs at The Hillside Estate

Now that we’ve seen a general estimate of costs, let’s look closer at all of the costs and fees associated with having your reception and ceremony at the Hillside Estate.

Venue Rental Fee

The Hillside Estate offers a tiered pricing structure based on the season, day of the week, and year. All rentals include exclusive access to the venue for 12 hours (typically 11 AM–11 PM), with setup, breakdown, and venue concierge included.

2025 Venue Rental Fees

2026 Venue Rental Fees

📝 The rental fee includes use of all indoor and outdoor event spaces, access to getting-ready suites, ceremony and reception furniture (tables and chairs for up to 300), and a venue concierge for the day.

What’s Included in the Venue Fee

• Exclusive use of the estate for 12 hours
• Indoor chapel, outdoor hillside altar, courtyard, cocktail lounge, and Great Hall
• Access to bride and groom suites
• Use of all in-house tables and chairs
• Set up and breakdown by venue staff
• Venue concierge during the event
• Bridal portrait session by appointment

What’s Not Included

• Cleaning fee: $850
• Refundable damage deposit: $1,000
• Security: $60/hr per officer (2 officers required for 200+ guests)
• Event insurance: Required (typically ~$150–$300)
• Catering (required through exclusive vendors)
• Bar service (required through in-house bar)
• Optional linens and premium rentals
• Day-of coordinator (must be approved by the venue)

Optional extended hours:

• $300/hr before noon
• $800/hr after noon

Food and Beverage Costs

Catering

Couples must choose from two exclusive caterers:

• Blue Fire Catering
• Vestals Catering

Expect full-service pricing that includes staff, dishware, and cleanup.

Bar Packages (Required)

All bar service must go through The Hillside Estate. Packages include glassware, mixers, ice, napkins, and 4.5 hours of service.

Bar staffing fees:

• Bartenders: $300 each (1 per 50 guests)
• Bar Captains: $350 each (1 per 175 guests)
• Bar Backs: $150 each (scales with guest count)

Additional Fees & Taxes to Budget For

These are mandatory and not included in the rental fee:

1. Cleaning Fee

• $850
• Covers professional cleaning before and after the event

2. Refundable Damage Deposit

• $1,000
• Paid with your final payment; returned after the event if no damages occur

3. Security

• $60/hour per officer
  • Required from ceremony start through breakdown
  • 1 officer for up to 199 guests
  • 2 officers for 200+ guests
• Holiday events: $75/hour per officer

4. Event Insurance

• Required (price not specified, but typically ~$150–$300)
• Must meet venue guidelines outlined in the contract

How much could your total wedding cost be if you got married at The Hillside Estate?

When you factor in everything — from venue fees to vendor costs — Tulle Together’s Cost Forecast Tool projects that the total budget of wedding at The Hillside Estate could land around $110,000, depending on your guest count (this estimates 1 50 person guest count), design scope, and other vendor selections. This estimate factors in a range of typical wedding expenses beyond the venue & catering itself, helping couples get a realistic view of what their wedding might actually cost before making any commitments. Of course, someone could spend more or less than this – but it’s an average estimate for what that total wedding cost could look like.

The Cost Forecast Tool is just one of Tulle Together’s budgeting resources. On the website, you’ll find a variety of budget tools designed to help couples plan out their total wedding costs before they book anything. Whether you’re estimating expenses, tracking your spending, or looking for real venue pricing, Tulle Together’s tools provide a transparent approach to wedding budgeting—so you can plan confidently and avoid unexpected surprises. Sign up here for a smarter way to plan your wedding!

Final Thoughts

The Hillside Estate offers a luxury venue experience with serious visual impact — from its chandelier-lit chapel to its sprawling outdoor ceremony options and light-filled ballroom. While the base rental includes many essentials like tables, chairs, and concierge support, couples should be prepared for additional costs tied to exclusive catering, in-house bar service, and required staffing.

For a Saturday wedding during peak season, most couples will spend $50K or more, but smaller guest counts, weekday bookings, or off-season dates can bring that number down significantly. If you’re looking for a venue that handles logistics with polish and provides a customizable, full-day setting, The Hillside Estate is well worth considering.

Tulle is here to make wedding budgeting clearer, one venue at a time. Want pricing breakdowns for more venues like this? Explore the full collection on Tulle Together’s Wedding Pricing Transparency Project.

Photo Credit: The Hillside Estate Pricing PDF