Mullane/Murphy Wedding

Last weekend, the Retreat at Balcones Springs had the pleasure of hosting the Mullane/Murphy wedding weekend, which had exclusive use of our entire property.

During the day, members of the wedding party took a jump off the inflatable “blob” into our private spring-fed lake, while others enjoyed zip-lining across the lake and hiking throughout the property on the gorgeous day.

The party then retreated to our bridal and groom accommodations to prepare for a lovely outdoor ceremony, followed by an extraordinarily fun reception! After dancing the night away, our exhausted guests were able to relax for the night in log-cabins, and of course, the special Honeymoon suite. Guests enjoyed a quick breakfast before departure the next morning.

Some lovely comments from the Mullane/Murphy guests include:

“The part that surpassed expectations the most was the staff, I can’t imagine what more they could have done.”

“Your facility is top notch.”

“The staff was by far the most accommodating and professional.”

“The food was exceptional!”

“The staff was exceptional in all areas- recreation support, dining support, cleaning staff, and mechanical staff. Every request was handled fast and with enthusiasm.”

Thank you so much for allowing us to be the host for such a special day in your lives! We were so happy to have you, and we wish you all the best in your future together.

The Mullane/Murphy wedding was coordinated by our wedding coordinator, Samantha Schoen.

Young Men and Women of Destiny

Last weekend, our Girl Scout visitors were joined by sixty people from the Young Men and Women of Destiny retreat group. The Young Men and Women of Destiny provide Biblical leadership training and professional development for high school students. These guests joined the Scouts in enjoying many of the Retreat at Balcones Springs’ recreational amenities, while also taking full advantage of our meeting rooms and gathering spaces for times of study and reflection.

Some comments left by the Young Men and Women of Destiny include:

“The staff is attentive, caring and genuinely nice.”

“You should write a training manual on customer service & hospitality.”

“The service and staff are always excellent!”

Thank you so much for the kind words, Young Men and Women of Destiny! We have loved serving you over the past few years, and we hope we continue to see you again and again.

The Young Men and Women of Destiny Retreat was coordinated by Carolyn Hays.

Girl Scouts Visit the Retreat!

Last weekend, twenty Girl Scouts and Scout Moms arrived at our Retreat premises for a weekend full of fun and adventure! The Girl Scouts took full advantage of the Retreat at Balcones Springs' outdoor amenities, including our zip-line, climbing wall, private lake, horseback trails, and ample sports facilities. Our guests were also treated to a bonfire and lots of hearty food and snacks!

Some comments left by our Scout visitors include:

“Staff are excellent and super friendly.”

“Definitely looking forward to coming back!”

“To sum it up in one word--fantastic!”

Thanks for visiting, Girl Scouts! We think you are fantastic, too!

Welcoming these guests to the Retreat got us excited for summer camp, which is only a few months away! If you would like more information about Camp Balcones Springs and our summer programs, check out more at our camp website. We’d love to see you there!

The Girl Scout Weekend was coordinated by Carolyn Hays.

Texas Veterans Commission

Early last week, we welcomed the Texas Veterans Commission to the Retreat at Balcones Springs for an executive retreat. Although the group was smaller than most of our visitors (only 15 people!), our guests were able to take full advantage of the Retreat’s meeting and relaxation accommodations during their stay.

Some comments left by our Texas Veterans Commission guests include:

“Everyone was great!”

“This place is awesome!”

“Everyone has been so friendly and welcoming.”

Thanks for visiting, Texas Veterans Commission! We admire the work you do and hope to see you again soon!

The Texas Veterans Commission retreat was coordinated by Tammy McKinney.

Capstone Works Retreat

Two weekends ago, the Retreat at Balcones Springs hosted yet another group, Capstone Works. Our Capstone guests, a small group of only five visitors, spent most of their time utilizing our facilities for meetings, but made sure to enjoy the lovely landscape of the Retreat with a round of disc golf on our property’s own course, an outdoor movie on our lakeside terrace, and a relaxing nighttime bonfire!

Some comments from our Capstone guests include:

“Food exceeded expectations!”

“Really enjoyed my stay.”

We loved hosting you, Capstone Works! The Retreat at Balcones Springs welcomes groups of all sizes—from the smallest to the very largest—and we sure had a range of those this weekend! We hope to see you all again soon.

The Capstone Works Retreat was coordinated by Tammy McKinney.

Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd

Two weekends ago, the Retreat at Balcones Springs also hosted an eighty-person retreat for the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd. This lovely group made full use of what the Retreat has to offer—doing yoga, playing tennis, riding horses, and even getting massages during their recreation time!

A hearty Saturday night dinner was accompanied by a lovely beer and wine bar. Our Good Shepherd guests were especially thankful for and enjoyed Balcones Springs’ gluten-free accommodations—a specialty and pride of our chefs and kitchen staff. One guest even noted, “I have special dietary needs that were eagerly and graciously attended to at every meal!”

Other comments from the Good Shepherd guests include:

“Can’t wait to return, love what you have here.”

“All the staff here bent over backwards for our group. Thank You.”

“The staff is unparalleled!”

Our staff is so glad that you enjoyed your stay, and we hope to see you again soon! You were truly a delight to serve.

The Good Shepherd Retreat was coordinated by Samantha Schoen.

Marble Falls Church of Christ

Two weekends ago, the Retreat at Balcones Springs welcomed the Marble Falls Church of Christ for a thirty-person retreat. The church utilized our ample indoor and outdoor facilities for meeting time and worship. The group also enjoyed a late-night bonfire!

Some comments left by our lovely visitors include:

“Staff are all super friendly & accommodating!”

“I can’t thank you enough for making our retreat a great experience.”

“Beautiful place to rest and relax in God’s creation.”

Thank you for staying with us, Marble Falls Church of Christ! You were lovely guests, and we hope to welcome you again soon.

The Marble Falls Church of Christ Retreat was coordinated by Carolyn Hays.