Your Love Story Begins Here
Tucked away in the woods
Just outside Lockhart, Lost Horizon Cider Mill is a hidden-away setting designed for gatherings worth celebrating.
From intimate weddings to lively receptions and special events, our space invites connection, creativity, and unforgettable moments beneath the trees.
It Takes a Village
Your day includes full access to our on-site grounds and facilities, complete with thoughtfully curated furniture, seating, ambient lighting, integrated sound, and complimentary parking—so you can focus on the magic.
We also offer a selection of in-house services, including florals, event coordination, music, and beverage service. Prefer to bring your own dream team? You’re welcome to work with your favorite caterer, florist, photographer, musicians, and coordinator to shape the day exactly as you imagine it.
The Lay of the Land
Lost Horizon sits on a private ten-acre ranch just eight minutes from Lockhart’s charming town square and about forty minutes from downtown Austin—far enough to feel like an escape, close enough to get there with ease.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Lost Horizon Cider Mill located?
Lost Horizon Cider Mill is located in the woods outside Lockhart, Texas at 3770 FM 1854 in Dale, Texas. The cidery and event venue sits about eight minutes from Lockhart’s historic town square and roughly forty minutes from Austin. The location offers a quiet countryside setting that is still easily accessible from Central Texas cities.
What types of events does Lost Horizon host?
Lost Horizon Cider Mill hosts weddings, private celebrations, rehearsal dinners, retreats, parties, and special gatherings. The property is designed as a secluded event venue where guests can celebrate surrounded by trees, open sky, and mid-century inspired architecture.
What is the guest capacity for events?
Lost Horizon can accommodate events of different sizes depending on the space used. The greenhouse style conservatory works well for smaller ceremonies and gatherings, while the lounge and courtyard areas can host larger celebrations with up to about 150 guests depending on the layout.
What makes Lost Horizon a unique event venue in Central Texas?
Lost Horizon combines a small batch cidery with a design focused event venue. Guests enjoy mid century inspired architecture, a greenhouse conservatory, wooded ceremony spaces, and the Lost and Found speakeasy lounge. The setting feels secluded and whimsical while still being close to Lockhart and Austin.
Can we serve Lost Horizon cider at our event?
Yes. Lost Horizon is an award-winning small batch cidery and many events feature house ciders as part of the bar service. These naturally fermented craft ciders are made in small batches and can be served during receptions, parties, and tastings.
Do you host cider tastings?
Yes. Lost Horizon offers reservation only cider tastings in the Lost and Found Lounge. Tastings may include seasonal small batch ciders along with cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks.
What is the Lost and Found Lounge?
The Lost and Found Lounge is the speakeasy inspired tasting room at Lost Horizon Cider Mill. It is a reservation only taproom where guests can enjoy craft cider, cocktails, and mocktails in a whimsical atmosphere inspired by explorers and artists from another era.
Is the lounge open to the public?
The lounge is open by reservation only. Guests can reserve the space for date nights, small gatherings, or private tasting experiences.
Do you allow outside vendors for events?
Yes. Event hosts are welcome to bring their preferred caterers, photographers, musicians, planners, and other vendors. Lost Horizon can also recommend trusted vendors who are familiar with the property.
Why choose Lost Horizon Cider Mill as an event venue near Austin?
Lost Horizon Cider Mill offers a unique event venue experience in Central Texas. Located in the woods outside Lockhart and about forty minutes from Austin, the property combines a small batch craft cidery with a secluded ten acre estate designed for weddings, celebrations, retreats, and private gatherings. Guests enjoy mid century inspired architecture, outdoor ceremony spaces, the Lost and Found speakeasy lounge, and award-winning craft cider made on site.