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BY AMANDA CUTSHALL
Crystal River Inn’s picnic package includes a locally curated meal for two and framed photos of the couple.
COURTESY JEWEL HILL PHOTOGRAPHY
Surprise proposal packages
Romantic room $355 A decorated private room for two hours with candles, rose petals, framed photos and champagne Secret garden picnic $649 A one-hour lunch for two with a blanket, pillows, rose petals and framed photos Surprise garden $899 A large “Will You Marry Me” sign with house-dried orals, candles and an arch for one hour Surprise garden and party $1,299 The surprise garden package and food for up to 10 people for two hours
The team at Crystal River Inn partners with nearby businesses and musicians, including the Siren Strings, to customize surprise wedding proposal packages.
COURTESY JEWEL HILL PHOTOGRAPHY
San Marcos’ Crystal River Inn crafts custom proposals Before the wedding comes the big question, and at Crystal River Inn in downtown San Marcos, that moment can come with candles, a hidden garden and a lot of behind-the-scenes support. What they o er involves a lot of behind-the-scenes coordinating,” L’Etoile said. “We step in to handle those elements seamlessly.” What makes it special? The team partners with nearby vendors— from
private chefs to local musicians and more—to create custom packages, which L’Etoile said keeps things fun and special. She noted that creating such special memories is what she loves most and she appreciates when couples return to the inn. “Creating meaningful, memorable moments is really at the heart of what we do,” L’Etoile said. “Being trusted with those memories—whether it’s a wedding or a surprise proposal—means everything.”
When Corley L’Etoile and her husband, Eric, took over the venue in 2024, it had already hosted wed- dings for 40 years. L’Etoile said that adding surprise proposal packages seemed “like a natural t.” “We genuinely enjoy helping people create moments they’ll remember for a lifetime,” she said, noting that most want something special, but either don’t know where to start or don’t want to worry about the implementation. “A beautifully executed proposal or wedding
326 W. Hopkins St., San Marcos www.crystalriverinn.com
Saturday, May 2nd 10am-4pm A Great American Historic Home Tour of San Marcos, Texas
Lunch included with ticket purchase American style Hot Dogs, chips and drink Live auction at 2pm! Bid on custom picnic tables made by local San Marcos artists Spoke Hollow String Band performing live from 11:30-2pm Thank you to our sponsors: Palmer’s, Divided Sky Roofing, McCoys, La Cima, Crookwood and San Marcos Daily Record
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