This vacation home is located 3.5 mi (5.7 km) from Bluff Creek Ranch and 7 mi (11.2 km) from Tejas Lake. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
Texas Wendish Heritage Museum - 14 min drive - 6.9 miles
Bluff Creek Ranch - 14 min drive - 4.1 miles
Lee County Courthouse - 21 min drive - 12.2 miles
First Presbyterian Church - 21 min drive - 12.2 miles
Giddings Public Library & Cultural Center - 21 min drive - 12.7 miles
Getting around
Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 60 min drive
Restaurants
Murphy's Steakhouse - 18 min drive
The Bullpen - 25 min drive
Beerz Burgerz - 16 min drive
Camp Tejas Dining Hall - 20 min drive
Kasper Northup Store - 22 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
53 Acre Ranch w/Pool, Spa, Lake, Game Room & More!
Welcome to Peaceful Waters Retreat, located just 1 hour from Austin and 2 hours from Houston. Featuring: Lake, cute farm animals, game room, pool, sauna & gym, fishing, hiking & biking, and more!
This newly renovated ranch house has everything you need to host up to 14 people for an unforgettable stay!
Pool is closed during winter months (Nov-March).
Pet friendly, $100 for up to 2 dogs per visit. Please add your pet before booking.
OUTSIDE: - 8 person hot tub overlooking the pond - Lake with rowboat, SUPS, and lots of fish (catch and release fishing allowed)! - Above-ground pool with pool toys & floaties (closed Nov-April) - Large deck w/grill - Fire pit for S’mores! - Abundant wildlife: Deer, herons, frogs, wild turkeys, and even otter families! - Meet our equine, bunnies, goats, and chickens – free tour available! - RV electrical hookup available for extra fee
INSIDE: - 3 bedrooms, 2 with ensuite bathrooms - 4.5 total bathrooms - Lots of additional sleeping space: The 4 couches in the house are ALL pull-outs - Game room featuring air hockey, Pac-Man 10-in-1 arcade game, ping-pong, arcade style basketball, poker table, tons of board games - Gym featuring dry sauna & steam room, treadmill, weights, TRX, yoga equipment, and more
WHERE YOU'LL SLEEP: - Master Bedroom: 1 King bed and ensuite bathroom - Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed, 1 bunk bed, ensuite bathroom - Bedoom 3: 2 double beds, bath w shower/tub combo across the hall - Living room 1: 2 sofa beds near hall bath - Game room: 1 sofa bed: 1/2 bath - Excercise room: Spacious 3/4 bath
PRIVACY: You’ll have the ranch house and its amenities all to your self.
Outdoor activities like the lake, hiking, etc. may be shared with other guests staying at the retreat center.
Please note, our property includes a 1/4 acre farm and a retreat center. They are a couple hundred yards from your ranch house, with no line of sight between.
The garage at the end of the home is used as a workshop, and the barn with some equipment is across the driveway. The deck, pool, fire pit, and other amenities are mostly out of sight and quite private. While we occasionally access the workshop and barn, we will respect your privacy.
WILDLIFE: Our home is on a 53 acre ranch in rural Texas. We share the countryside with an abundance of plants and creatures. Many of them are beautiful, some of them require caution. Any countryside stay like ours requires good sense and some basic wildlife knowledge. If needed, more information is available upon booking.
Quiet time is 10PM to 8AM.
Check in is after 4PM day of arrival, and check out is before 11AM day of departure. We're happy to accommodate early check in or late check out for a fee, if there is space on the calendar.
No parties without pre-approval.
We regularly treat and maintain our buildings to minimize intrusion of bugs and other pests. However, when you're in the TX countryside pests are not 100% preventable. We cannot offer refunds due to bugs or other pests.
This property requires a signed rental agreement - you will receive the link to sign after booking.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 4.5 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a sofa bed.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
Unit size: 2,800 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
No parties without pre-approval. If you have a que
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Dogs only
2 total pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do around this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in La Grange, close to Bluff Creek Ranch, Texas Wendish Heritage Museum, and Boat Lake. You'll also find Tejas Lake and Meadows Lake nearby.
Will I be able to park at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.
Is this vacation home next to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub.
Is 53 Acre Ranch w/Pool, Spa, Lake, Game Room & More! a good place to stay for couples?
This waterfront vacation home offers many amenities for couples such as a fireplace, fireplaces in some accommodations, as well as an outdoor pool.
Does 53 Acre Ranch w/Pool, Spa, Lake, Game Room & More! have a hot tub?
Yes, this vacation home has a spa tub.
Does this vacation home offer breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Are there rooms with balconies at 53 Acre Ranch w/Pool, Spa, Lake, Game Room & More!?
Yes, every accommodation at 53 Acre Ranch w/Pool, Spa, Lake, Game Room & More! comes with a deck.