Farmersville City Hall - 27 min drive - 19.9 miles
Lavon Lake - 30 min drive - 22.9 miles
Collin County Courthouse - 36 min drive - 36.7 miles
Allen Premium Outlets - 43 min drive - 45.8 miles
Allen Event Center - 44 min drive - 46.3 miles
Restaurants
Cattlemans Cafe - 17 min drive
Kwik Chek - 20 min drive
Big D's BBQ - 12 min drive
Ratti's Pizza - 11 min drive
Luna Azul - 12 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.
Luxury Ranch Retreat on 100+ Acres Near Dallas w/ Pool & Lake Access
Welcome to Cross Creek Ranch & Retreat — our family’s dream getaway, now yours to enjoy. Set on over 100 private acres just one hour north of Dallas, this countryside estate was lovingly created by our family as a place to reconnect, recharge, and celebrate life’s most meaningful moments. We’re honored to share it with guests who appreciate beauty, comfort, and time together in a peaceful, elevated setting.
Cross Creek Ranch blends rustic charm with thoughtful luxury. Whether you're attending a wedding nearby at The Grand Ivory or Bethel Rock, gathering with loved ones, or simply escaping the city for a breath of fresh air, this home invites you to slow down and savor every detail. Inside, you’ll find vaulted wood ceilings, a stone fireplace, and curated decor throughout. There are five private bedrooms with plush bedding and Tempurpedic mattresses, along with three spacious bathrooms — including a serene master suite with a soaking tub, sunset views, and two walk-in closets.
The kitchen is fully stocked and designed for gathering, with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a dining space for 12. The main living area offers a cozy space for movie nights with a 77” Sony OLED TV, and each bedroom features its own TV for winding down. High-speed WiFi is available throughout the home, along with a peaceful, tucked-away office nook — ideal for guests who work remotely or simply need to check in between moments of rest.
Step outside to experience the true magic of Cross Creek. The home is surrounded by rolling pastures and expansive views of the Texas sky, offering some of the most beautiful sunsets you’ll ever see. There are shaded loungers by the private pool, perfect for relaxing after a swim or enjoying a quiet afternoon. Just off the master bedroom, you’ll find a private porch with a swing overlooking the landscape — a peaceful spot for morning coffee, reading, or watching the sky change colors in the evening.
You’ll also have access to a stocked lake just a short walk from the house, perfect for fishing or kayaking (gear included). With so much open space, it's an ideal setting for bird watching, stargazing, and reconnecting with nature, far from the noise and stress of daily life.
We only open our calendar for a few select stays each month to ensure the home is always prepared and refreshed to the highest standard. Every visit is carefully readied with clean linens, stocked essentials, and thoughtful touches throughout — because we believe comfort is in the details.
Please note: this home is designed for rest and reconnection. We do not allow events or parties, and the maximum number of guests is 12. Pets are not permitted. This is a space we deeply care for, and we kindly ask that all guests treat it with the same love and respect that we do.
Cross Creek is more than a place to stay — it’s a place to feel at home. Whether you're kayaking at sunrise, cooking a shared meal, reading on the porch swing, or watching the stars come out at night, we hope you'll find the same peace, joy, and connection here that our family has for years. We can’t wait to welcome you.
Looking for more time to unwind? Optional early check-in (2 PM) and late check-out (1 PM) are available for $200 each, upon request and pending availability. To ensure we maintain the highest standards, requests must be made in advance and are subject to availability.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. The bathroom offers a jetted tub and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a fireplace.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator (single-level property)
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
In a rural location
On a lake
Things to do
Water sports equipment
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 3,900 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
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
Always use placements/coasters for any plates/drinks
ABSOLUTELY NO parties or events that have not been pre-approved
Children must be supervised at all times, (the pool is not fenced). May allow children less than 13 years on case by case basis
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Note from host: **POOL UNFENCED**
House not Childproofed
Events
No events allowed
Events MUST be pre-approved in writing
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
Note from host: Events MUST be pre-approved in writing
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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: 21
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.
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.
Note from host: Events MUST be pre-approved in writing
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
Long-term renters welcome.
Property is also known as
Little piece of heaven, Cross Creek Ranch Blue Ridge
Little piece of heaven, Cross Creek Ranch Private vacation home
Frequently asked questions
Is parking available on site at Luxury Ranch Retreat on 100+ Acres Near Dallas w/ Pool & Lake Access?
No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.
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 is an outdoor pool.
What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Luxury Ranch Retreat on 100+ Acres Near Dallas w/ Pool & Lake Access?
At this lakeside vacation home, couples will welcome the many amenities including a private pool and a fireplace along with an outdoor pool.
Does Luxury Ranch Retreat on 100+ Acres Near Dallas w/ Pool & Lake Access have a hot tub?
No, but all house at this vacation home have jetted bathtubs.
Does this vacation home offer breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home though service animals are welcome.
Does Luxury Ranch Retreat on 100+ Acres Near Dallas w/ Pool & Lake Access have connecting rooms available?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Luxury Ranch Retreat on 100+ Acres Near Dallas w/ Pool & Lake Access?
Yes, every house at Luxury Ranch Retreat on 100+ Acres Near Dallas w/ Pool & Lake Access comes with a patio and some offer water views.
Luxury Ranch Retreat on 100+ Acres Near Dallas w/ Pool & Lake Access Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 40 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Randy S.
Mar 29, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Everything we needed for meals was stocked and ready for us to use!
Randy S.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
10/10 Excellent
Linda S.
Jan 7, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Our host was amazing. She was on top of everything and answered ally questions quickly. Beautiful home with a great location.
Linda S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Mark G.
Dec 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We were there for our daughter's wedding. We had the rehearsal dinner at the home. Excellent location, well stocked, great time. Highly recommend the host and the total experience.
Mark G.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Niki P.
Oct 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Niki P.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joe S.
Jul 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Family stay for nearby wedding venue
We booked this for our family to stay close to a wedding venue. The house was great - super clean, very clean and well stocked. The pool and patio was an excellent place to gather. The kitchen is so well stocked and a huge dining table made meals so nice. The beds, linens, and everything was so wonderful, would love to come back another time. The owner was super responsive and so nice to deal with. The house and property made a special weekend even better. Will plan to come back another time.
Joe S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bob H.
Jun 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Country Retreat
Our annual Family Vacation was a great success and the Luxury Ranch Retreat was the perfect location! Loved the pool, fishing lake and huge dining room table. Our host was so helpful and quick to respond to our questions. Highly recommend this beautiful country stay.
Bob H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
DeEdra F., Wichita Falls, TX
Jun 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding weekend
Country home. Great fishing. Porch swing paradise. Pool was cool. Kitchen stocked. Grill works. Carport! Lots of pool toys and we added four super soaker guns to the mix. This the country. Don’t come here if you’re scared of bugs and spiders. Like I said it’s the country. Rules mentioned you could pre-approve extra guests. We asked and were denied. I would just suggest to take that out of info. Cupboards stocked with LOTS of glassware and dishes if you aren’t a paper plate vacationer. No shoes inside house. Floors are concrete and again there are bugs. So this is a struggle. King suite bed and full room mattresses very firm. I didn’t ask about other rooms. We look at reviews often and appreciate real reviews. And this house is one of the more expensive houses we’ve been in. We had a great time. It’s so peaceful. And the porch swing in the morning was amazing. Our boys caught and released a lot of fish in the front pond. Come and get unplugged. Internet and phone service was iffy.
DeEdra F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Donna B.
Jun 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Jane and Will have a fabulous property. We were there to celebrate our 50 wedding anniversary with our kids and grandkids. The house is extremely well stocked in all areas. They have thought of every thing to make your stay comfortable. They provide plenty of beach towels as well as bath towels. There was a nice variety of spices, condiments and pantry items in the kitchen. Pool is very nice with plenty of floats/noodles and rafts to use. They have a nice assortment of games for the family to play. We used all the beds and everyone said they were comfortable which made for great sleeping at night. Jane was quick to respond with questions I had. Our family had a great time fishing and caught many good sized large mouth bass. We took our own rods/tackle -but there are a couple of rods that worked well for our nine y/o grandson. Two of our sons used the kayaks and had a great time fishing. The geese were fun to watch. The property overall is well maintained and in a peaceful area. Was nice to sit around the pool at night and see the stars. If you want a place to unwind with family -this is it!
Donna B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ryan F., Grandview
Mar 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
We were in the area for a wedding. This house was perfect to accommodate our family.
Ryan F.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brett S., Arlington
Feb 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Celeste Wedding
Property and host were top notch!
Brett S.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Gabriela B.
Nov 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family time
We enjoyed every moment of our stay. The house was beautiful, clean, and very welcoming. Our family had so much fun fishing during the day followed by a family dinner that accommodated all 11 of us. Looking forward to booking again in the summer time
Gabriela B.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Judy B.
Nov 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding Getaway
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful well appointed home. The house was very well stocked and the host was great with communicating The online description was exactly as stated. We rented the home to be close to the Grand Ivory for a family wedding. It was only a few minutes away from the venue just as described which made easy access back and forth. We also stayed a few days longer to enjoy the outdoors and a little fishing which was great. Would definitely go back and spend time here.
Thanks !
Judy B.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tawnya M.
Oct 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Place is Awesome
We were close to a the wedding venue so it was perfect for us. Allowed all of us to stay together from all parts of the country with room for everyone. Definitely recommend!
Tawnya M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Pamela R.
Aug 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal Location for events at The Grand Ivory
For a family reunion of siblings attending a nephew's wedding at The Grand Ivory, Cross Creek Ranch & Retreat was the ideal location. The host, Jane, responded to our inquiries before we arrived and continued communicating with us all during the process.
The large home is well-decorated with luxury bed linens and towels. With 11 in our group, we fit around the custom-built dining table. A long wooden board supplied was ideal for our lunch charcuterie grazing buffet! Jane provided farm-fresh eggs for our arrival, which prompted us to have a good country breakfast the next morning!
Everyone loved swimming and playing in the pool, as well as fishing from the well-stocked ponds. On the immaculate Ranch grounds, there are plenty of activities for your whole group.
We all highly recommend this property!
Pamela R.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Angela W., Wichita Falls, TX USA
May 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Family Retreat
This home was a perfect retreat for our family to spend our son’s wedding weekend. The home was immaculate upon arrival and beautifully decorated. The beds were very comfortable and cozy. We enjoyed the beauty from the front and back porches. It was peaceful and relaxing to sit outside and enjoy the scenery while listening to the waterfall in the pool. The host was very responsive to any questions we had. In addition the home was 3 miles from our wedding venue the Grand Ivory.
Angela W.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stacy T., Grapevine, TX
May 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great country property!
This property was great for our family stay for a wedding weekend! The property and house was exactly as described and the owner was a joy to work with. I just wish we had booked another night or two to relax and decompress after all the wedding festivities. The next time I need a getaway weekend less than an hour from the DFW area, I will not hesitate to book this property again!
Stacy T.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
8/10 Good
christy h.
May 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place
We stayed that the Ranch for our son’s wedding. Our son’s wedding was about 20 mins away from the house. The process of getting checked in was easy and the house was just as described. The home owner was very good with communication. We had 1 small issue and she was on it. Very accommodating. I would highly recommend staying with at this house.
christy h.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
james w.
Apr 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Gathering
We celebrated our Mom’s 90th birthday. The home was beautiful and comfortable, and the kitchen was well stocked.
The setting was gorgeous! We weren’t able to use the pool and outdoor activities due to rain and cold weather, but we still enjoyed our stay immensely.
james w.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kelly C.
Apr 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect location to gather for my dads memorial service
The house and property was perfect. Plenty of room for all of us to spread out. The teenagers had a ball fishing and kayaking. Too cold to swim but loved laying by the pool with a book. The kitchen was well equipped with everything we needed and there were groceries available just a short drive down the road. The host was more than accommodating to all my questions as we were booking this from several states away.
Kelly C.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ted & Tina C.
Feb 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
We used this property for a small church group retreat and found it just perfect for our needs! Many thanks to our wonderful hosts for being so accommodating. Had an incredible time!
Ted & Tina C.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Angel H.
Jan 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Family Home
Our family stayed here for a few days to celebrate my son's wedding at a local wedding venue. This home was absolutely a perfect get-away for our family to spend some quiet time together during the many wedding events. The home was so clean and extremely well stocked with anything we needed. The host was responsive to questions and an absolutely wonderful host - even leaving us a basket of fresh farm eggs. I would not hesitate to come here again and would highly recommend for large families - the large kitchen and living area was wonderful. We enjoyed our stay immensely!
Angel H.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Misti G.
Dec 17, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding at Grand Ivory
Being only 3 miles from the Grand Ivory makes this home the perfect choice for future wedding parties. Not only is the home beautiful, but also spacious and homey. For our family, location was key. Not having to travel 30-45 min back and forth allowed for quality family time.
Misti G.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Scott S., Aledo, TX
Dec 11, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Country charm
This home had everything we needed for our family gathering. Plenty of room to entertain in and around the kitchen and bar area. All of the bedrooms were cozy and comfortable. A great country setting.
Scott S.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Crystal B.
Dec 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Stay!
We booked this location for the convenience to The Grand Ivory for our son’s wedding. It was a beautiful home and nothing disappointed. The beds were great and the bunk beds worked well for the teens. The two master bedrooms made it perfect for our crew. Jane, the owner, was amazing and communicated well with us. My only regret is that we didn’t stay during the warm months to enjoy the pool. Highly recommend and would love to return for a girls weekend.
Crystal B.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Joyce k., Fort Worth, Texas
Nov 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Our Son’s Wedding weekend!
This beautiful house was the perfect place to have our wedding party stay for our sons wedding at Davis and Grey Farms! It had plenty of comfy beds for our family to sleep and also Beautifully decorated living room space to hangout and visit between activities ! The back is beautiful and a nice place to set outside! Love it all!