The Waters Point

The Waters Point The Waters Point is a premiere destination wedding venue in the Texas Hill Country nestled along the
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The Waters Point is a premiere destination wedding venue and lodging in the Texas Hill Country nestled along the breathtaking banks of the Blanco River and Cypress Creek. Located within walking distance to the downtown Wimberley square, this private 34 acre resort also features multiple ceremony and reception sites, as well as luxurious lodging for you and your guests. HISTORY:

During the 1920’s,

The Peterson family of Austin vacationed in the nearby town of Wimberley. At the time it was a day’s journey, and immediately became a family favorite. As soon as ‘Camp Wimberley’ became available for purchase in 1932, the Peterson’s were finally able to own a little piece of heaven.The resort continued to remain in the family after Mabel Peterson sold to her daughter, Jane Peterson Franklin and her husband Chester ‘Mugs’ Franklin in 1963. After the Boy Scouts named their property ‘Camp Wimberley’, the name needed to be changed to avoid confusion.The family decided on the name Rio Bonito, meaning beautiful river in Spanish. Upon their death, the property was then again bought by family. This time their daughter, Cindy Franklin Meeks, and her husband Steve Meeks took over in 1999. As fate would have it, history repeated itself as their eldest son, Matthew Franklin Meeks and wife Natalie Meeks, bought the majority of the resort and property in December of 2015 after the devastating Memorial Day Flood. Since Steve and Cindy Meeks still own a 3 cabins, they have maintained their operating name of Rio Bonito Resort. The newly purchased portion with 9 cabins and an events venue has been re-named The Waters Point. This is an ode to both the “point” in the water on the property created by the confluence of the Blanco River and Cypress Creek, as well as to all of the arrowhead points that are scattered across the land from those that considered this place home centuries ago. Both The Waters Point and Rio Bonito Resort plan to operate the property in unison, merging their resources to better serve their guests. Matt and Natalie, along with their young sons, Carter and Creek, hope to maintain the same serenity and beauty their family has enjoyed for generations and hopefully for generations yet to come.

Such a gorgeous floral altar for a riverside ceremony.Photography: Grace J PhotoFloral: Wow Factor FloralCake: Quack's 4...
12/18/2025

Such a gorgeous floral altar for a riverside ceremony.

Photography: Grace J Photo
Floral: Wow Factor Floral
Cake: Quack's 43rd Street Bakery
Catering: PEJ Events
Band: The Western Express
Venue: The Waters Point

And for those that prefer to enjoy the river from a far, the views are unbeatable from the infinity pool perched over th...
12/17/2025

And for those that prefer to enjoy the river from a far, the views are unbeatable from the infinity pool perched over the Blanco River.

Photography: Grace J Photo
Venue: The Waters Point

Pro Tip: plan a whole weekend with your guests, taking full advantage of all of the on-site amenities.  Photography: Gra...
12/16/2025

Pro Tip: plan a whole weekend with your guests, taking full advantage of all of the on-site amenities.

Photography: Grace J Photo
Venue: The Waters Point

String lights and summer nights for this lovely wedding ⭐Photography: Al Gawlik PhotographyVenue: The Waters PointFloral...
12/05/2025

String lights and summer nights for this lovely wedding ⭐

Photography: Al Gawlik Photography
Venue: The Waters Point
Floral: Wow Factor Floral
Catering: PEJ Events
Catering: Pho With Us
Cake: Michelle's Patisserie

This gorgeous July wedding was the dreamiest summer night.🤍Photography:  Al Gawlik PhotographyVenue: The Waters PointFlo...
12/04/2025

This gorgeous July wedding was the dreamiest summer night.🤍

Photography: Al Gawlik Photography
Venue: The Waters Point
Floral: Wow Factor Floral
Catering: PEJ Events
Catering: Pho With Us
Cake: Michelle's Patisserie

These moments of pure joy make all of the time and planning worth every effort 🤍Venue: The Waters Point | The Waters Poi...
11/21/2025

These moments of pure joy make all of the time and planning worth every effort 🤍

Venue: The Waters Point | The Waters Point
Photography: Jessica Chole Photography | Jessica Chole Photography
Videography: Dynamic Films | Dynamic Films-Wedding Videography
Band: Danny Ray and the Atlantic Street Band | DANNY RAY and the Atlantic Street Band
Floral: Wow Factor Floral |
Cake: Michelle's Patisserie | Michelle's Patisserie
Officiant: A Wedding Priest on Call | .michaelmayhan
Catering: PEJ Events | PEJ Events
Photo-booth: Toast Entertainment | Toast Entertainment
Rentals : Whim Rentals | Whim Event Rentals
Tent: Premiere Events | Premiere Events
Beer Burros: Hill Country Jennies |

Doesn't get much better than a live band serenading your exit to start your new life as Mr. & Mrs. 🎷Venue: The Waters Po...
11/18/2025

Doesn't get much better than a live band serenading your exit to start your new life as Mr. & Mrs. 🎷

Venue: The Waters Point | The Waters Point
Photography: Jessica Chole Photography | Jessica Chole Photography
Videography: Dynamic Films | Dynamic Films-Wedding Videography
Band: Danny Ray and the Atlantic Street Band | DANNY RAY and the Atlantic Street Band
Floral: Wow Factor Floral |
Cake: Michelle's Patisserie | Michelle's Patisserie
Officiant: A Wedding Priest on Call | .michaelmayhan
Catering: PEJ Events | PEJ Events
Photo-booth: Toast Entertainment | Toast Entertainment
Rentals : Whim Rentals | Whim Event Rentals
Tent: Premiere Events | Premiere Events
Beer Burros: Hill Country Jennies |

The magical ambiance of the chandelier lawn ⭐Photography Credit: Haley Folkman Wedding PhotographyFloral: Hair: Make-up:...
11/07/2025

The magical ambiance of the chandelier lawn ⭐

Photography Credit: Haley Folkman Wedding Photography
Floral:
Hair:
Make-up:
DJ:

This particular wedding was so much fun.  The couple kept the guest count small and the entertainment larger than life, ...
10/31/2025

This particular wedding was so much fun. The couple kept the guest count small and the entertainment larger than life, especially during the lead up events to the big day. The focus was on a unique, memorable, and shared experience that no one will ever forget!

Tranquil riverside ceremony on the rocks 🤍Photo Credit: Kayla Snell PhotographyCreative Direction + Styling: Drops of Ho...
10/30/2025

Tranquil riverside ceremony on the rocks 🤍

Photo Credit: Kayla Snell Photography
Creative Direction + Styling: Drops of Honey Designs
Venue The Waters Point
Florist Lovelily Flowers
Workshop Coordinator Momentous Weddings, Events & Designs
Makeup and Hair Crown of Glory Beauty
Bridal Dress Shop Unbridaled
Bridal Dress Designer Marchesa
Bride + Groom Models from MAZZAmodels
Bridal Shoes Bella Belle Shoes

Wedding jewels as sentimental as they are gorgeous 💍Planner: Glitzzy Events (Cheryl Fernandes)Venue: The Waters PointPho...
10/10/2025

Wedding jewels as sentimental as they are gorgeous 💍

Planner: Glitzzy Events (Cheryl Fernandes)
Venue: The Waters Point
Photographer: TwoFish Wedding Photography & Video
Hindu Priest:
Calligraphy and Paper Design: Jen Krause Paper Co
Floral:
Rentals:
Catering: Daawat Catering
Music: DJ Anupi
Henna: Henna Tattoo Creations
Transportation: Your Day Charters

The foundation of why we gather and celebrate 🤍Photography Credit: Haley Folkman Wedding Photography Floral:
10/09/2025

The foundation of why we gather and celebrate 🤍

Photography Credit: Haley Folkman Wedding Photography
Floral:

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13401 RR 12/PO Box 1344
Wimberley, TX
78676

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The Waters Point is a premiere destination wedding venue and lodging in the Texas Hill Country nestled along the breathtaking banks of the Blanco River and Cypress Creek. Located within walking distance to the downtown Wimberley square, this private 34 acre resort also features multiple ceremony and reception sites, as well as luxurious lodging for you and your guests. HISTORY: During the 1920’s, The Peterson family of Austin vacationed in the nearby town of Wimberley. At the time it was a day’s journey, and immediately became a family favorite. As soon as ‘Camp Wimberley’ became available for purchase in 1932, the Peterson’s were finally able to own a little piece of heaven.The resort continued to remain in the family after Mabel Peterson sold to her daughter, Jane Peterson Franklin and her husband Chester ‘Mugs’ Franklin in 1963. After the Boy Scouts named their property ‘Camp Wimberley’, the name needed to be changed to avoid confusion.The family decided on the name Rio Bonito, meaning beautiful river in Spanish. Upon their death, the property was then again bought by family, this time their Blanco-River-The-waters-pointdaughter, Cindy Franklin Meeks and her husband Steve Meeks in 1999, and they have operated it ever since. As fate would have it, history repeated itself as their eldest son, Matthew Franklin Meeks and wife Natalie Meeks, bought the majority of the resort in December of 2015 after the devastating Memorial Day Flood. Since Steve and Cindy Meeks still own a few cabins, they have maintained their operating name of Rio Bonito Resort. The newly purchased portion has been re-named The Waters Point as an ode to both the “point” in the water on the property created by the confluence of the Blanco River and Cypress Creek, as well as to all of the arrowhead points that are scattered across the land from those that considered this place home centuries ago. Both The Waters Point and Rio Bonito Resort plan to operate the property in unison, merging their resources to better serve their guests. Matt and Natalie, along with their young sons, Carter and Creek, hope to maintain the same serenity and beauty their family has enjoyed for generations and hopefully for generations yet to come.