Title: Sleep 40+ Lakeside Retreat on 53 Acre Ranch Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Sleep 40+ Lakeside Retreat on 53 Acre Ranch Family-friendly holiday home with fitness centre and sauna ## Photo gallery for Sleep 40+ Lakeside Retreat on 53 Acre Ranch ![Terrace/patio - Sleep 40+ Lakeside Retreat on 53 Acre Ranch (La Grange)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112090000/112080700/112080688/9895e8ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, video games, ping pong - Sleep 40+ Lakeside Retreat on 53 Acre Ranch (La Grange)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112090000/112080700/112080688/w3199h2133x1y1-91f8908e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![11 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Sleep 40+ Lakeside Retreat on 53 Acre Ranch (La Grange)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112090000/112080700/112080688/w3199h2133x1y1-1b127543.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool - Sleep 40+ Lakeside Retreat on 53 Acre Ranch (La Grange)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112090000/112080700/112080688/744ef609.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Sleep 40+ Lakeside Retreat on 53 Acre Ranch (La Grange)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112090000/112080700/112080688/w3200h2133x0y1-c16a11f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies A firepit, a garden and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at Sleep 40+ Lakeside Retreat on 53 Acre Ranch. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. In-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with an arcade/games room and laundry facilities. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 11 bedrooms14 bathrooms11000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Parking available - Kitchen - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Sleep 40+ Lakeside Retreat on 53 Acre Ranch Welcome to Peaceful Waters Retreat, located 1 hour from Austin and 2 hours from Houston. We are Texas' only earthblock retreat center, on 53 acres with private lake & pond. Perfect for large families and retreats, this property is amenity-packed and surrounded by nature for a truly memorable gathering. Amenities include pools, hot tubs, sauna, steam room, gym, game room, and more! This listing is for a whole property buyout: Retreat Center + Ranch House. For slightly smaller events, check out our listing for just the Retreat Center, sleeping 26+ people. Maps & floor plans available, just message and ask! RETREAT CENTER (9,500 ft²) \- 8 BR 8 Bath - 20 beds + 6 sleeper sofas \- Meeting/yoga room (1100 ft²) \- Great Room (dining + kitchen + lounge – 1200 ft²) – Fully equipped professional kitchen, dining seats 40+ \- In-ground pool with volleyball and pool toys (pool heating optional: $75) \- Family friendly amenities available: Ping pong, arcade game, kids toys, and board games! \- 75” TV available upon request \- Bounce house available ($75) \- 8 person hot tub \- Firepit for cozy evenings and s’mores \- Spacious patio with grill RANCH HOUSE (2,300 ft²) \- 3 BR 4.5 Bath - 6 beds + 4 sleeper sofas \- Above-ground pool with pool toys (closed Nov-April) \- 8 person hot tub overlooking the pond \- Steam room + dry sauna \- Gym \- Game room \- Large deck w/grill \- Fire pit for s’mores \- RV electrical hookup available for extra fee THE PROPERTY \- 53 acres to explore \- 5 acre private lake w/SUPs, canoe, and row boat \- Catch and release fishing allowed \- 2 mi. hiking/biking trails FARM & WILDLIFE \- Abundant wildlife: Deer, heron, frogs, wild turkeys, and playful otter families \- Meet our equine, bunnies, goats, and chickens – free tour available! PRIVACY & POLICIES \- You will have private access to all 53 acres of Peaceful Waters Retreat \- Staff will be onsite for farm/ranch tasks, but your privacy will be respected \- Quiet hours: 10PM to 8AM. \- Check in is 4PM, and check out is 11AM. If our calendar permits, we can accommodate early check in or late check out for a fee. \- We treat and maintain buildings to reduce bugs, but this is the countryside – no refunds for pests. \- No events or parties without pre-approval. \- Events (such as a wedding, party, or any gathering with daytime guests not staying overnight) require a $500 “event” fee, and you’ll need to obtain event liability insurance (typically $150–$300). \- Rental agreement required (you’ll receive a link after booking) \- $1000 refundable security deposit. 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 loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Hot tub - Outdoor pool - Private pool - Sauna ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 11 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 13.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV - Stereo - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 4 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - 2 steps to reach entrance - No lift - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Gym - Heated pool - Kayak - Table tennis ### 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) ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Composting - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Garden - Grey water recycling system - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Recycling - Solar energy - Unit size: 11,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99850000/99841800/99841705/c156ee4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### RMB Longhorn West, luxury living in the country Weimar - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-30&endDate=2025-12-31&selected=99841705&PinnedHotelID=99841705&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121520000/121511200/121511152/ed8a579d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Modern Farmhouse Retreat - Leon's Crossing Giddings - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Laundry 10 Exceptional 2 reviews £363 includes taxes & fees 17 Dec - 18 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-17&endDate=2025-12-18&selected=121511152&PinnedHotelID=121511152&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70590000/70590000/70589921/145fc639.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mockingbird Fields- Nesting Suite Ledbetter - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Parking available - Kitchen 9.6 Exceptional 17 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-30&endDate=2025-12-31&selected=70589921&PinnedHotelID=70589921&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34180000/34171300/34171263/94755359.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Escape to Giddings - Charming 2-Bedroom Vacation Home Giddings - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 141 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-30&endDate=2025-12-31&selected=34171263&PinnedHotelID=34171263&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89090000/89080600/89080513/30363b19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Restful cottage close to antique shopping and mountain biking La Grange - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 23 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-30&endDate=2025-12-31&selected=89080513&PinnedHotelID=89080513&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98560000/98552300/98552258/85fe0111.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 'the Hideaway' Secluded & Spacious Schulenburg Gem Schulenburg - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-30&endDate=2025-12-31&selected=98552258&PinnedHotelID=98552258&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93210000/93204200/93204153/617098d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dock on Lake Siesta: Spacious La Grange Retreat! 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If our calendar permits, we can accommodate early check in or late check out for a fee. We treat and maintain buildings to reduce bugs, but this is the countryside – no refunds for pests. Events (weddings, parties, or any daytime guests) require permission, and may require a $500 "events" fee and event liability insurance ($150–$300). ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 4 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings ### 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99 This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=30.056494,-96.951866&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:ehnvDd%7CvnQ%3FS%3FQ%40Q%3FO%40Q%40S%40Q%3FQBO%40QBS%40QBO%40QDQBQBOBQDQBODQDODODQDOFODOFQFMDOFOFOHMFOFMHOHMFMHMHOHKJMHKHMJKHMJKJKJMJIJKJIJKLKJIJILIJILILILELILILELGLGLGLENGLELENCLENCLENENALENANCLANCNANANAL%3FNAN%3FNAN%3FL%3FN%40N%3FN%40N%3FN%40L%40N%40NBN%40NBL%40NDL%40NDNDLBNDLBLDNDLFLDNFLFLFLDLHLHJDLJLFLHJHLHJHJJJJLHJJJHHLJJJJJLHJJLHJHLHJHNHLHLFLHNFLHNFLFNFNFNFLDPFNDNDNDPDNDNDPDNBPDPBNBPBPBP%40NBP%40RBP%40N%40P%40P%40R%3FP%40N%3FP%3FP%3FR%3FP%3FP%3FPAN%3FRAPAPAPANCRAPCPANCPCPCPCNEPCPENEPENEPENENENGNEPGLGNGNGNGNILGLINGLILILINILIJILKJILKJKLKJIJKHKJMJKJKHKHMHKHMHMFMJKFMFMHMDMFMFOFMDMFODMDMBODMDODOBM%40ODM%40OBO%40OBO%40M%40O%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%40M%3FO%3FOAO%3FO%3FMAOAOAOAOCMAOCOAMEOAOCMEOEMEOCMEMEOGMEMGMGMGMEMIMGMGMIMIKIMIKIKIMIKKKKKKKIKKKKKMIKKMIKIMKKIMIOIMGMIMIOGMGMIOGOGOEOGMGQEOGOEOEOEQEOEQCOEQCQCOCQEQAQCOAQCQASCO%3FQAQAQAS%3FOAQ%3FQ%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=btrBOr-d3wcfPb1_p3NSO4nIkOM=) La Grange, TX #### What's nearby - Texas Wendish Heritage Museum \- 14 min drive \- 6.9 miles - Bluff Creek Ranch \- 14 min drive \- 4.1 miles - Zula B Wylie Library \- 17 min drive \- 6.9 miles - Lee County Courthouse \- 21 min drive \- 12.2 miles - First Presbyterian Church \- 21 min drive \- 12.2 miles #### Getting around - Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 91 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Murphy's Steakhouse - ‬13 min drive - ‪The Bullpen - ‬14 min drive - ‪Beerz Burgerz - ‬25 min drive - ‪Kasper's - ‬9 min drive - ‪Winchester Tower - ‬12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Sleep 40+ Lakeside Retreat on 53 Acre Ranch have a pool? ### Is Sleep 40+ Lakeside Retreat on 53 Acre Ranch pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Sleep 40+ Lakeside Retreat on 53 Acre Ranch? ### What time is check-in at Sleep 40+ Lakeside Retreat on 53 Acre Ranch? ### What time is check-out at Sleep 40+ Lakeside Retreat on 53 Acre Ranch? ### Where is Sleep 40+ Lakeside Retreat on 53 Acre Ranch located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Sleep 40+ Lakeside Retreat on 53 Acre Ranch Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers 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.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cherise B. 18 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This is an amazing place to stay if you are a small church like us and want a great place to have a retreat. I highly recommend this place if you want to get out of the city and connect with Jesus! ##### Cherise B. 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