Title: Family Farms Cabin 6 - Twin/Full Bunk, Fire Pit & Country Charm. Sleeps 3 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 cabin # Family Farms Cabin 6 - Twin/Full Bunk, Fire Pit & Country Charm. Sleeps 3 Cabin in Plantersville with kitchenette ## Photo gallery for Family Farms Cabin 6 - Twin/Full Bunk, Fire Pit & Country Charm. Sleeps 3 ![Exterior - Family Farms Cabin 6 - Twin/Full Bunk, Fire Pit & Country Charm. Sleeps 3 (Plantersville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101170000/101169900/101169879/4cb3f055.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Family Farms Cabin 6 - Twin/Full Bunk, Fire Pit & Country Charm. Sleeps 3 (Plantersville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101170000/101169900/101169879/14dcf205.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Family Farms Cabin 6 - Twin/Full Bunk, Fire Pit & Country Charm. Sleeps 3 (Plantersville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101170000/101169900/101169879/921ee8d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Family Farms Cabin 6 - Twin/Full Bunk, Fire Pit & Country Charm. Sleeps 3 (Plantersville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101170000/101169900/101169879/5ac0f18b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Family Farms Cabin 6 - Twin/Full Bunk, Fire Pit & Country Charm. Sleeps 3 (Plantersville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101170000/101169900/101169879/a9c4d188.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Family Farms Cabin 6 - Twin/Full Bunk, Fire Pit & Country Charm. Sleeps 3 provides amenities, such as a firepit and a playground. ## Reviews 7.6 Good ### Entire cabin 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Air-conditioning - Parking available - Barbecue grill £97 includes taxes & fees 17 Jan - 18 Jan ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Family Farms Cabin 6 - Twin/Full Bunk, Fire Pit & Country Charm. Sleeps 3 Sleeps 3 · Twin/Full Bunk Bed · Porch · Grill · Linens Provided (Optional) · Near Texas Ren Fest Family Farms Cabin 6 — your cozy countryside hideaway just 45 minutes from the city and a short drive to the Texas Renaissance Festival. Ideal for a peaceful weekend away, a quiet solo trip, or a simple stay with friends or family. Inside the cabin: • Twin-over-full bunk bed — comfortably sleeps 3 • Mini fridge, microwave, and coffee maker • Small dining table and chairs • Air conditioning for those warm afternoons • Linens provided (optional) — neatly stored under the mattress for convenience Bathroom Info: A shared bathroom is located just outside of the cabin, in-between Cabins 5–6\. Clean, well-kept, and available to all guests in this section of the property. Outside the cabin: • Covered porch for morning views or quiet evenings • Private fire pit, charcoal grill, and picnic table • Wide open space for stargazing, play, or just soaking in the fresh air Bonus with every two-night stay: • 4 hours of catch-and-release fishing in our private stocked lake Extras on the property: • Seasonal fruit and veggie picking • Short drive to a charming mom-and-pop restaurant • Access to our event center for group events (inquire if interested) • Evenings come alive with bullfrogs, crickets, and the glow of fireflies Located on peaceful country roads — no traffic, just nature. Disconnect and enjoy! :) $100/night | Simple, restful, and full of charm. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Coffee/tea maker - Paper towels ### Bedrooms - Bedroom ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Soap - Toilet paper ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### 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) ### General - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101180000/101170300/101170245/0ad7e2e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Family Farms Cabin 3 - Twin Beds, Lake View, and w/ Peaceful Nights - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 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 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area Plantersville is home to this cabin. Lake Conroe and Cedar Brake Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Texas Renaissance Festival and Cape Conroe Park. [Visit our Plantersville travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Plantersville.dx553248631431370837) [View more Cabin rentals in Plantersville](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Plantersville-Cabins.d553248631431370837-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=30.329187,-95.822334&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:opcxDphzgQ%3FQ%3FQ%3FQ%40Q%3FQ%40Q%40Q%40Q%40QBQ%40QBQ%40QBQBQBOBQDQBODODSDODODQDMDQFODOFOFOFOFOFMHOFOHMFMHMHOHMHKHMHMJKJMHKJKJKHMJKJKLIJIJKJILIJKLGLILIJGLILELILGLGNELGLENELELENELCNCNELCNCLCNANCNANCLAN%3FNANAN%3FLAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FN%40L%40N%3FN%40NBN%40LBN%40NBLBNBNDLBNBLDNDLDLDNDLFLDLFLFLHLDLHLFLHLHJHLHJHJHLJJHJJJHJJJLJJJJHJJLHJHLJLHJHLHNFLHLHLFNFNHLFNFNDNFNFNDNFPDLDPDNDNDRBNDNBPBPBNDP%40PBP%40PBP%40P%40P%40P%40P%40P%40P%3FP%3FP%40P%3FP%3FRAP%3FP%3FPANARAPAPAPAPCPAPCPANEPCPCPCNEPCNEPEPENENENGNEPGNGNENGNGNILGNGLILINGLILILILKLILIJKLIJKJKJKJKJKJKJKHMJKHKHMHKHMHMFMHMFMFMHMFMDMFMDODMDMDOFMDOBMBOBODMBOBO%40MBO%40OBO%3FO%40M%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FOAOAOAM%3FOCOAOCOAMCOCMEOCOCMCOEMGMEOEMEMEOGMEMGMIMGMGKIMGMIMGKKMIKIKKKIMKKKKKIKKKKKIKKMKKIMIMIMIMIMIMGOIMGMIOGMGOGOGOGOEOGQEOEOEOEOEQEQEOCQEOCQCQCQCOAQCQAQCQAQAQAQAS%3FOAQ%3FQ%3FQ%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YHJUyvyH48vOwBHNFAsXeMfYErU=) Plantersville, TX ### What's nearby - Bernhardt Winery \- 14 min drive \- 6.9 miles - Texas Renaissance Festival \- 15 min drive \- 9.3 miles - St. Francis Wolf Sanctuary \- 16 min drive \- 6.2 miles - Blaketree National Golf Club \- 21 min drive \- 16.8 miles - Lake Conroe \- 30 min drive \- 20.6 miles ### Restaurants - ‪Sea Devil Tavern - ‬21 min drive - ‪Thirsty Pirate Pub - ‬18 min drive - ‪Red Lion Tavern - ‬21 min drive - ‪Polish Pub - ‬18 min drive - ‪The Prince Of Wales Pub - ‬17 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Family Farms Cabin 6 - Twin/Full Bunk, Fire Pit & Country Charm. Sleeps 3 pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Family Farms Cabin 6 - Twin/Full Bunk, Fire Pit & Country Charm. Sleeps 3? ### How much is parking at Family Farms Cabin 6 - Twin/Full Bunk, Fire Pit & Country Charm. Sleeps 3? ### What time is check-in at Family Farms Cabin 6 - Twin/Full Bunk, Fire Pit & Country Charm. Sleeps 3? ### What time is check-out at Family Farms Cabin 6 - Twin/Full Bunk, Fire Pit & Country Charm. Sleeps 3? ### Where is Family Farms Cabin 6 - Twin/Full Bunk, Fire Pit & Country Charm. Sleeps 3 located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Family Farms Cabin 6 - Twin/Full Bunk, Fire Pit & Country Charm. Sleeps 3 Reviews ## Reviews ### Good 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 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 7.6 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location ### 6.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Dave 11 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication The area was gorgeous and the cottages were set up really cute and quaint! Very friendly and accommodating staff. The road to the cottages could use some work, and should be driven with mindfulness. Just to be clear; this is a rural and homely experience on a farm. A place to hang your hat and enjoy the calm & quiet of the small lakeside. If you're expecting an immaculately fanciful, super high class 5 star hotel, you should seek elsewhere. We absolutely loved our stay here and worked out wonderfully going to and from TRF, It felt like a well kept secret that won't remain secret for long! We will certainly be back! ##### Dave Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sara H. 18 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy It's always a pleasure to sray at the cabins. Clean, quiet and peaceful. ##### Sara H. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sara H. 2 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family reunion at Renaissance Festival We really enjoyed our stay. Getting up to seeing the ducks on the pond, and no worries during our stay. We will be back next year. All of us agree it is rustic but is 100% above the rowdy, crazy rustic at TRF. ##### Sara H. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Adrian T. 23 Oct 2024 Liked: Communication Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy #### Not as advertised! Shares outhouse isn't a bathroom!! Arrived after 9\. It was too dark to see where to go. No road. Cars will bottom out! A shared outhouse is what they are showing as a bathroom! Had to leave early because this place is not safe for 2 females traveling alone ##### Adrian T. 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