Nestled just an hour from Austin and two hours from Houston, Peaceful Waters Retreat offers a serene getaway. Unwind in the private 8-person hot tub overlooking the pond or explore the surrounding countryside on foot or bike, then relax by the fire pit under starry skies.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms5 bathrooms2800 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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About this property
53 Acre Ranch w/Sauna, Spa, Lake, Game Room & More!
Welcome to Peaceful Waters Retreat, only 1 hour from Austin and 2 hours from Houston.
Tons of nature & amenities: Lake, game room, pool, sauna & gym, fishing, hiking & biking, and more!
This newly renovated ranch house is outfitted to host up to 14 people for an unforgettable stay!
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! - Book a tour to see the cute farm animals: Bunnies, goats, chickens, and longhorn cows! - 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
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.
PRIVACY: You’ll have the ranch house and its amenities all to your self.
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. Outdoor activities like the lake, hiking, etc. may be shared with other guests staying at the Retreat Center.
OTHER INFORMATION: - Staff may be onsite performing farm, ranch, and landscaping work around the property and buildings. We will always do our best to respect your privacy. - Quiet hours: 10PM to 8AM. - No parties without pre-approval. - Rental agreement required (you’ll receive a link after booking) - We treat & maintain buildings to reduce bugs, but this is the countryside – no refunds for pests - 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 calendar availability.
Please remember to communicate these “Ranch Rules” to your guests: - Hot tub: Cover & buckle after use (or it gets gross) - Doors & A/C: Keep doors closed when running A/C to avoid breaking it - Pool: No glass in pool area - No driving on the grass, it can damage irrigation & septic - Garbage bags go in bins! (or critters get into them) - Respect the property: Please treat the place like it’s your own
Property amenities
Beach
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Outdoor pool
Pool toys
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
4.5 private bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Library
Smart TV
Stereo
Video games
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Printer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
On the waterfront
Things to do
Air hockey
Arcade/game room
Canoeing
Gym
Kayak
Table tennis
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Safety features
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)
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
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
About the area
Located in La Grange, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Bluff Creek Ranch and Rohan Meadery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Buescher State Park and Tejas Lake. Travelling with kids? Consider Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center, or check out an event or a game at Cotton Bowl Speedway. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking. Visit our La Grange travel guide
Does 53 Acre Ranch w/Sauna, Spa, Lake, Game Room & More! have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is 53 Acre Ranch w/Sauna, Spa, Lake, Game Room & More! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much is parking at 53 Acre Ranch w/Sauna, Spa, Lake, Game Room & More!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 53 Acre Ranch w/Sauna, Spa, Lake, Game Room & More!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 53 Acre Ranch w/Sauna, Spa, Lake, Game Room & More!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is 53 Acre Ranch w/Sauna, Spa, Lake, Game Room & More! located?
Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Bluff Creek Ranch, Tejas Lake and Boat Lake. Meadows Lake and Zula B Wylie Library are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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53 Acre Ranch w/Sauna, Spa, Lake, Game Room & More! Reviews
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We enjoyed our stay at the ranch. The owner was very quick to respond to questions. We were able to take a tour of the property and see all the farm animals which was a big hit for the kids. Will definitely be back!
Our family and friends loved our stay here. The check in was easy and the property was beautiful. The property manager was very helpful and we loved the animals. We will definitely be returning 😊!
Birthday weekend with family. Great house and location for relaxing and hanging out with family. Lots of activities for kids. Our grand kids loved it! Would definitely stay again.
This house has something for everyone - pool, hot tub, gym, sauna, hiking trails, fishing, game room..... and dark bedrooms perfect for daytime naps! The indoor/outdoor speakers were a nice surprise and we appreciated the fully equipped kitchen. We already know we plan to come back.
Wonderful secluded ranch, comfortable and thoughtfully appointed. Great game room. We utilized the hot tub. Enjoyed being under the stars and the fire pit. Ranch manager was very helpful! We will happily return again!
Home was clean, tidy, and well appointed. Great game room for my young adult kids! Plenty of beds and bathrooms which is important when lodging with seven people (5 of which are young adults)!
This property was amazing! So many things to do! We enjoyed the sauna, steam room, hot tub, private lake and overall ambiance of the property. We even got to enjoy the animals of the property and fell in love. The goats, cows, horse and donkey were all so friendly. Stephanie was so accommodating in all of our needs. We will definitely be back!
Everything was perfect. There’s so much to do that we couldn’t do it all in one weekend. The lake was great for fishing, would of spent all day out there if it wasn’t for the heat.
This is a fantastic place to get away for a few days and have some fun. From being able to work out in the gym, relax in the steam room, playing in the game room to relaxing on the porches with a drink and a book, even when it was rainy we stayed busy. When the weather cleared out, we hit the lake for fishing, paddle boarding and canoeing. The host was so sweet and the goats added to the fun. We had a range of age from 7 to 17 and everyone had something to do. The house is well stocked and plenty of room.
So many great things to say about this amazing property! Our girls weekend was perfect!
The setting is so serene and peaceful. We spent many hours on the back deck drinking coffee and cocktails just staring at the pond and watching the wildlife. Sitting around the fire pit looking at the stars was also a highlight.
The house is impeccably decorated in a modern but welcoming Texas vibe. There are fun touches in every room. The bedding, linens and towels are all high quality. And we really appreciated the entire property being immaculately clean when we arrived.
We made good use of all the awesome amenities included.....hot tub, dry and wet saunas, table games, board games, and the fire pit. Be sure to schedule a visit with the friendly goats who make their home on the property!
I loved this getaway so much that I booked for another long weekend before I even checked out on the last day!
This house was everything it advertised, and more! There are speakers in the living room, patio, game room & work out room that you can connect your playlist to, and enjoy your music. We had trouble starting the fire outside on our first night and Stephanie was such a huge help! She came over and helped us ladies start the fire (we're city gals). She even let us pet the donkey (one of the ladies really wanted to pet it) and brought the goats over to the house so the other ladies could pet them.
Such a fun house to sit and play games, catch up and just enjoy the people you're with. This house has SO much room. We had 8 grown women and had plenty of room to sit and visit, and eat.
Would highly recommend this property!!
Amazing - entertained three teenagers thoroughly - and we all enjoyed time together - swimming pool ! Hot tub! Fire pit with s’mores! Scavenger hunt for all the flowers, longhorns, donkey, cacti! Steam room! Sauna! Weight room! Canoe and paddle board! Mini basketball! Card games! Darts! Ping pong!
We didn’t turn on a TV one single time. Crazy but true.
The kitchen was so stocked with essentials. Even got in late but there was bisquick for pancakes in the morning.
Towels, swimming pool supplies - super.
S’mores supplies.
Wow. We had a blast. Thank you!
Our stay at Peaceful Waters Ranch was exactly that, peaceful! We enjoyed every minute. Even with two days of rain, there was plenty to do inside and out. Our adult children took advantage of the workout room and the sauna and steam room and all of us enjoyed the game room. There was plenty of space for everyone to spread out when needed and to gather around the long kitchen table for meals and games and to cozy up to the fire in the living room with the Christmas tree to play music and open gifts. I must say though that at the absolute highlight for everyone, children and adults alike, was our tour and visit with the animals! Andy was amazing and made it interesting and fun for all and getting to feed them was special as well as holding the bunnies. Our grandson was thrilled to have the goats come visit a second day at the property too. Andy the ranch manager, was always quick to respond to any questions as well as Robert the host. Thank you for sharing your beautiful property with us! A memory to treasure!
This property was wonderful and perfect for a large group! The manager was super helpful and easy to get when needed. Would definitely stay here again!
The house was amazing, the property was well taken care of it had all the accommodations we could ever ask for . The host walked us through the house and showed us how to turn everything on and off, and showed us all the areas and how to properly maintain them and then left us alone for the whole stay. It was truly a great place to take a group from church.