My son Brandon, and bride Shannon, were married at The Annex last Sunday, October 26. I highly…read morerecommend this venue. I give it 10 + stars. Before choosing The Annex, we explored two other venues. Each offered its own unique atmosphere and possibilities, but none felt quite right for our needs. Shannon's desire was to be married among the trees and to walk down the aisle barefoot. She received these wishes despite the threat of a rainy Saturday! Sunday turned into a beautiful, cool and wonderful day. The entire staff at The Annex were so attentive to all our needs and I can't thank them enough for providing an unforgettable wedding experience for Brandon and Shannon. All the services were first rate from the DJ, the florist, the food, the service and day planner and so much more. The Annex photo booth is recommended with complete confidence for a beautiful and unforgettable wedding! I have been the mother of the groom three times however last Sunday the females outnumbered males 8 to 4 with the addition of another daughter-in-law and two additional granddaughters!! Thank you to The Annex

This place may be in the middle of nowhere, but it truly is an amazing and beautiful wedding venue!…read more:) Such a charming place to have a wedding. Having attended my friend's wedding that was held here, I was blown away by this location. The reception area was nice and spacious. Loved that they had an outdoor space with an outdoor fireplace to help people keep warm during winter weddings. The inside had the perfect combination of modern and homey, with the use of a stone and wood fireplace and the beautiful windows. If people were to ask me for a place to have a wedding, this place would definitely be one of my first suggestions :)

The Farmhouse is one of those wedding venues that understands the assignment visually--and then…read moreoccasionally forgets it practically. Let me explain. First impressions matter, and The Farmhouse absolutely nails them. The buildings are beautiful: sleek, simple, modern-farmhouse in the way Pinterest boards dream about at 2 a.m. The chapel in particular is a standout. It offers a genuinely scenic view--rolling landscape, open sky, the kind of backdrop that quietly does half the emotional labor during the ceremony. The property itself is well kept and clearly managed by people who care about how it looks and runs. You feel that. Now, let's talk about the animals. There are horses. There are donkeys. And there is manure. Lots of it. The scent drifts lovingly across the property like a reminder that yes, this is a farm. Personally, I didn't mind it--there's something grounding about the smell of livestock while two people pledge eternal love--but I did notice others reacting as though they had not RSVP'd for Eau de Pasture. Your mileage may vary. The chapel comfortably holds around 150-200 guests and works especially well for smaller, intimate weddings. However, intimacy comes at a cost: location. You'll be driving 30-45 minutes from any major city, and the last stretch feels like a trust exercise. GPS gives up. Cell service vanishes. There are no signs. You just...believe. This venue desperately needs signage in all directions for the final miles, unless the goal is to test the strength of modern relationships before guests even arrive. Staff-wise, the experience was mixed. Some team members were phenomenally kind and attentive, especially those serving food. Others stood around staring with the intensity of museum guards waiting for someone to touch the art. Not rude--just oddly observant. Speaking of food: it must be catered, and unfortunately, it was flat-out bad. Not "wedding bad." Not "it's fine, I'm hungry." Truly gross. Two people in my party were sick for two days afterward. That alone is something future couples should take very seriously when choosing vendors. The bar and overall hype? Meh. Overpromised, underwhelmed. Acoustics in the main reception area are another major issue. Sound bounces everywhere, turning music into vibration and conversation into a competitive sport. A little soundproofing would go a long way--both for music clarity and for letting toasts feel meaningful rather than shouted into the void. Lastly: the chairs. Uncomfortable. And notably unforgiving. I'm skinny and still noticed. Guests with any extra weight may find themselves counting minutes until they can stand again. Tables, however, were done well--credit where due. Final verdict: Beautiful setting, strong bones, but real logistical and comfort issues. With better signage, sound control, food oversight, and seating, this could be exceptional. As it stands: 3.5 stars.

This review is purely from attending a wedding here (not interacting with any staff/bookings/etc)…read more This is a gorgeous venue with multiple buildings for a service and reception. The service room is spacious with a lot of natural light. There is a beautiful outdoor area that made for a perfect cocktail hour for the wedding we attended. As it is far from the city, it was quiet and serene with a nice lawn and water area that made for nice photos. The reception hall was also very spacious and had plenty of room for all the guests and a dance floor. It has a rustic feel to it that makes for a special venue. Regarding parking there is a gravel lot out front. It is almost 2 hours away from Houston city proper during rush hour, but 1 hour without traffic.

Our experience at this venue was truly unforgettable. From the moment we booked, the staff made us…read morefeel supported, cared for, and completely at ease. Everyone was so friendly and kind, and their thoughtful guidance leading up to the wedding helped us feel prepared for every step. I especially want to thank Haydee. Her warmth and attention made such a difference on our wedding day. She made sure our vendors knew exactly where to park, guided them whenever needed, and handled everything with such grace. Because of her, we were able to simply be present and enjoy our day without worry. The entire team went above and beyond, and we will always be grateful for the love and care they put into making our day so special. We couldn't have imagined a better experience. Highly, highly recommend.

Just want to give a quick review cause I'm here for the food…read more Not far from Houston/Cypress, quaint and relaxing, open outdoor area for wedding, reception barn was spacious and nice. Good chicken and gravy as well.

I read someone's review that said that they traveled 75 miles to go here for dinner. That convinced…read moreme to give this place a shot. I ordered the 12oz Ribeye with mashed potatoes and a salad. The salad was a bit weird- small, and served on what looked like a saucer, but still good. The mashed potatoes were real potatoes, mashed chunky and perfectly seasoned. The steak, the star of the meal, was perfect. Cooked exactly medium rare and flavor was amazing. Its nice to order a steak somewhere and not be offered steak sauce, because they know the steak is cooked right! Loved the decor, loved the service. Total 5star experience.

We recently hosted a wedding at The Relay Station Event Center in Plantersville, and I struggled…read morewith what rating to give the venue. The property itself is beautiful and could easily be a 5-star venue. Unfortunately, our experience was significantly affected by the owner's conduct and the failure to provide several services included in our contract. For that reason, we ultimately gave the venue 2 stars. From the beginning, the owner was frequently rude, combative, and unprofessional. Rather than working with the bride on her vision, she repeatedly tried to change decisions that had already been made. For example, the bride requested both fried and grilled chicken, and the owner attempted to change the menu to fried chicken only. The most significant issue was the day-of coordination included in our contract. About two weeks before the wedding, we were told the owner would be unavailable to coordinate. That would have been understandable if an alternate coordinator had been provided. However, the owner ultimately attended the wedding but still did not provide the contracted coordination services. No replacement coordinator was provided, leaving me, as the bride's sister, to take on that responsibility myself. The week before the wedding, the bride was also told on Tuesday evening that the selected flatware was unavailable and that she needed to purchase pre-rolled flatware and have it delivered by Thursday. The owner also pressured the bride to deliver alcohol early so it could be stored in an un-air-conditioned barn, which was concerning given the potential for excessive heat to damage wine. On the wedding day, only 70 chairs had been set up even though we had paid for 80, and we received pushback when requesting the remaining chairs. The bridal suite had not been properly cleaned, dead bugs were visible around the restroom doors, and the floors were noticeably dirty. The outdoor ceremony area had a fountain and pond with visible algae and pollen on the water. When we asked approximately two hours before the ceremony for the fountains to be turned on so the water could circulate, the owner was rude and questioned why we wanted them turned on so early. They were eventually turned on, but too late for the water to improve significantly. During the reception, the owner continued creating unnecessary issues. She threw away guests' plates when they stepped away from their tables, even when they had not finished eating. She also told members of the wedding party to leave the reception and begin tearing down the ceremony area, despite setup and teardown being services we had paid for. Around 7:15 p.m., she wanted the bar to begin packing up the remaining alcohol even though the bar was contracted to remain open until 9:00 p.m. She also repeatedly approached and pressured the bride and groom, including during their private last dance. There was one major bright spot: Jana. She stepped up wherever she could, helped fulfill services that were not being provided, and did everything possible to keep the day running smoothly. Jana deserves 5/5 stars. The venue itself is beautiful and deserves 5/5 for appearance. Cleanliness would receive 2/5. Jana receives 5/5. The owner's customer service would receive -5/5. The Relay Station has tremendous potential, but unfortunately, the owner's repeated rudeness, lack of professionalism, and failure to provide contracted services turned what should have been a joyful wedding day into an unnecessarily stressful experience for the bride, groom, and their families. Overall: 2/5 stars.

We had a lovely, beautiful bridal shower in the main house which was managed by Mona and Scott…read more Very little effort on our part and a beautiful event on their part. I recommend Hodge Podge Lodge for large or small group events. Best place in Montgomery!

Held our son and daughter-in-law's rehearsal dinner here a couple of days ago. Scott and Mona did…read moresuch a wonderful job! From our initial conversations of the booking to the dessert served at the end of dinner, everything was phenomenal. It is such a beautiful property too! Our guests raved about the quality of the delicious food and the cool historical bar. Veronica (our Event Coordinator and Banquet Manager) was a great help as well. She made sure our special event went smoothly. So so happy that we booked such an important event here! Highly recommend!

My wedding was absolutely beautiful at Serenity Rose! It's a true oasis tucked away in the woods of…read moreConroe. The grounds are well kept and manager/owner Boris was around the day of, responding quickly to any of our needs. We had a smaller wedding of about 50 and it was quaint and perfect, and I know they are working to accommodate larger parties so don't look past this space! I received so many compliments from friends and family on my venue choice. Thank you for a beautiful day, Serenity Rose.

Rented the guest house for my family over 2 nights for 4th of July. It has a home where you can…read morehave an event, that we did not use but I imagine it would be beautiful. It's at the end of a road with ample parking. The guest house was comfortable for 20 adults and 6 kids(the kids slept in sleeping bags). It was very clean and everyone thought the beds were very comfortable. This is perfect for a large group. It has a big open field for activities. We enjoyed the pool and did some fishing in the pond, we actually caught a few. It was very relaxing. I would definitely rent it again! The host were very easy to communicate with. Any large event would be perfect here!! I went thru Airbnb to rent the home!!

Chris was very accommodating to my needs!! The party hall was a clean and had a lot of amenities…read moreThank you for making my Fur Baby's 1st Bday truly memorable!!! Snoopy truly appreciates it.. And Mike is a truly talented artist!!! Our guests enjoyed sitting for him to get a caricature.... We will definitely use you at our next event!!! 5 all day long!!!!

A great work out! If you are trying to get fit Chris is your man he will work you out to get where…read moreyou want to be. Just a heads up be ready to sweat like never before.

I went to this location for a baby shower, first I would like to say it's a beautiful house and…read moreproperty. Parking was a nightmare, it has a one way in, one way out with not that much room for parking. Leaving you to block people in & get blocked in. The venue is basically this huge 6 bedroom house, fully equipped with a kitchen, bar room & gorgeous main event room full of windows that overlook the property. They had us come in a side door, they would give more of a wow factor if they actually used their main entrance for events. Very unique venue & could have way more potential with better parking, different flooring option (not the white painted tile), better kitchen layout (what happened to the gorgeous original kitchen?) & using the main entrance for events. Employees were nice, facility was clean as well as the grounds.

Venue caters to all your needs. Pricing is very affordable for such a grand venue. The mix of…read moreoutdoor and indoor combination was perfect. The backyard and a creek going through the space is serene.

I had my wedding there this past weekend and I am so grateful I chose this venue. Gaby, Debra and…read moreRiley were all so amazing before, during and after the event. Everyone showed me so much patience and kindness while I was getting my vision for the wedding planned out. All of my guests kept complimenting how well and beautiful everything turned out.

We had an amazing experience planning our event. Karem was incredibly helpful; she was patient and…read morekind and also recommended some great ideas. The day of the event the place looked amazing, the bathrooms were super clean and the staff working that evening was very friendly and hardworking. Everything went smoothly and everyone had an amazing time.