We cannot get Casey or the office to call us back. Waited 18 hrs and no response from anyone…read more Called, texted, Vrbo, google, instagram, fb, no luck. Back door of our cottage won't lock. Do not feel safe. Attached photos of the neighborhood driving into the area. Disappointed in the lack of customer service. Stressful situation Hot tub is not near cottages but in back of owner's house down the road.

What an amazing property! The cabins have designer touches with the great amenities and privacy. A…read morenature lovers dream this property has it all! We will be back many times as we didn't see it all this trip. It was the perfect weekend getaway,

Places like this are exactly what you make of them, and for me, it was exactly what I needed…read more After months of being buried in work and feeling worn down by all the noise in the world, I booked a 4-night, 5-day stay to unplug, reset, and just breathe. This was my first visit, so I can only speak from my own experience, but I left feeling refreshed. If you're a nature lover, you'll probably fall in love with this place. There are beautiful ponds, towering trees, plenty of birds, and gorgeous scenery everywhere you look. I visited in July, and despite the humidity, I was pleasantly surprised by the almost complete lack of mosquitoes. One thing to know: the atmosphere depends heavily on the weather. My first two days were rainy, so there were only a handful of guests. Personally, I loved it because I was looking for peace and quiet. If you're hoping for a livelier social scene, check the forecast before booking. From my experience, weekdays are generally slower, while weekends are where the energy picks up. The accommodations were comfortable, clean, and had excellent A/C--which you'll definitely appreciate in the summer. Service deserves a special shoutout. The owners and staff were incredibly responsive; anything I needed (within reason) was just a text away and handled quickly. My accommodations included a small cooking range, but the cookware was fairly minimal. The café kitchen was happy to provide extra items when needed, but I'd recommend sticking to simple one-pot meals. The mini fridge also fills up quickly, so pack accordingly. If you're offered a tour of the property, **take it.** I expected a quick walkthrough, but it ended up being one of the highlights of my trip. It was informative, interactive, and gave me a much greater appreciation for the property and its history. Just remember your sunscreen and something to drink. As for the crowd, the vibe is refreshingly body-positive and welcoming. If you're expecting a glamorous **Miami South Beach** runway, this probably isn't your scene--and that's exactly the charm. The people I met were genuine, friendly, and there to reconnect with themselves, nature, and, if the opportunity arose, other like-minded guests. A few practical tips: * Bring your own toiletries--they aren't provided. * Complimentary filtered water is available on tap. * The café is fantastic. The food was genuinely delicious, but it's only open on weekends, so plan ahead if you're visiting during the week. * Nearby towns aren't far away, but delivery options are limited and can get expensive. * Wi-Fi is only available around the common areas, although cell service was surprisingly reliable. * Bring comfortable shoes if you plan to explore beyond the pool deck. * There are complimentary canoes available for the main pond, which made for a relaxing afternoon. One piece of personal advice: don't come trying to impress anyone. Come with an open mind, an open heart, and be unapologetically yourself. That's when this place really shines. One thing worth mentioning for first-time visitors: compared to another clothing-optional resort I've stayed at, special activities are expected to remain discreet and respectful of others. Considering the property spans around 100 acres, that's easy enough to do and helps maintain the relaxed atmosphere. Lastly, they're genuinely pet-friendly--as long as your furry travel companion plays nicely with the resident four-legged locals. Overall, this wasn't just a vacation for me--it was a reset. Whether you're looking for solitude, nature, meaningful conversation, or simply a place where you can let your guard down, this resort creates the space for exactly that. I'll definitely be back.

It was very friendly, the food was outstanding (especially the pizza made from scratch, the…read morebreakfast was also incredible) they were very accommodating and a lot of fun. They held a bonfire on Saturday and we had a great time. They have board games in the main house you can play etc. We stayed in one of the cabins and it was nicely decorated and clean and had everything you need (outside of a bathroom which we knew when we booked it). I would advise providing a mirror at least in the room since there isn't a bathroom. Also, think about printing out a visual map of the property so people can explore on their own and find their way back easier (I can do this for you if you like). The dock at the lake/pond was beautiful and people were fishing and kayaking. All in all a nice little excursion out of the city with "family"!

Kay, her sister Karen and I just spent the night before a baby shower at Anding House. Wow was it…read moregreat! And so was the Big breakfast! Everything was clean, working and ready for us and the baby shower. If I am anywhere near their area of Texas - I'll be back to this most inviting B&B You will enjoy this B&B!!

I had the time of my life here! I loved visiting with the animals. The room was large, spotless…read moreand decorated like a Texas ranch guest house should be! And wait until you see those stars at night! The owners are lovely people. You can tell that they really care about the horses under their care and the grounds are well maintained. If you would like a beautiful, quiet space to spend quality time alone with your horse, your family - or both - do yourself a favor and come to Crossroads Ranch - you will not regret it!

I can only speak on the boarding side of things, but you're paying a high price (which was raised…read moreseveral times even after paying your board for that month, they would raise it again and expect you to pay the extra) for a run down facility. The site online does not represent the property in the least. Upon arrival, we walked the property and had to clean it up, pound in and/or remove nails, picked up boards with nails sticking out, blocked off sections with sharp slabs of metal and misc. other unsafe objects. At the time, the site online said hay was included in the monthly price- which it was not. I provided all my own feed with the amounts that were to be fed morning and night- I found that my horses were not getting fed morning and night and they weren't even getting fed what I provided. When we returned after visiting family for the holidays, my horses were out of water- the feed I purchased before we left had hardly been fed- there were signs that the horses had gotten into the tack room and were free feeding themselves (I was praying none of them were going to colic) but the worst part of it was that they were all underweight and acted starved. I could clearly see that they were not cared for. In my opinion, if you're going to charge a competitive rate, your facility needs to be safe. And if they say they will feed your horses- I expect that to happen. 10/10 I would not recommend boarding your horses at this facility.

I wasn't too impressed with this venue. It comes out looking great in pictures, so if that's all…read morethat matters to you-then put a deposit down! If you're looking into this venue here's some things to note: 1. The getting ready rooms are tiny, and poorly ventilated. If your bridal party is more than 4 it will get stuffy and cramped. 2. The time constraints of arrival and departure are short and stressful. 3. The coordinator can be pushy and unhelpful 4. If you have around 200-it will get cramped. Just some things to consider, but overall I wouldn't recommend it. Cute in pictures, but not practical.

Stone Oak Ranch (SOR) is the best venue in East Texas. Their grounds offer multiple locations to…read moresay "I do"- the chapel, under the archway, or at the pond. Then a reception to follow in the gorgeous barn with AC & heat. This location is great if your having 200ish guest or less. Rhonda- the owner- is THE SWEETEST! She so great to work with, they always host charity events at SOR, & give back to our community! This is the ONLY place that my fiancé said he'd get married at- he loves the rustic barn. They have everything you need: tables, chairs, bar space, coolers in kitchen, separate bride/ groom dressing rooms, separate area in barn for catering, very clean restrooms, and much more! Book your event early because they book up months in advance!

This is one of my favorite venues that we play at. The owners Camille and Kelly are so awesome…read more Their barbecue is some of the best I've had. This place would be so perfect for a family reunion or a high school reunion or a wedding really fancy pants event. The sound is great if you're a musician looking for a great stage to play on, you've found it.

Wow! This newly-renovated & reopened event venue is just amazing! When I first moved to Athens, I…read moreknow I saw the closed-down version of the place at a distance. It always intrigued me. But I was thrilled to know that they reopened it for multi-purpose events. I first came during the soft opening during the Fiddlers' Reunion weekend & saw a live concert happening. I also came for the "Art On The Bricks" event. It's neat that they can move the stage, since for the soft opening the stage was on the right brick wall (with the audience portable fold-out chairs situated so that the left & right were further apart than the front & back), & for "Art On The Bricks" the stage was on the back wall (with the windows & view of the town square parking lot behind it). For the art show, there was more space to look at tables of displayed artwork, munch on finger foods (catered by Railway Cafe, next door), sip on drinks (wine, water, or tea), & you could mingle around or sit down (upstairs in the balcony or at some standing-friendly downstairs tables). The restrooms are also nice, & very well-maintained, with plenty of multiple stalls. The upstairs balcony is really neat. It's a great place to sit & eat at small tables (or move them together for bigger groups), or you can sit at a bar-like table overlooking the balcony if you have a smaller group. Overlooking the balcony was an incredible view! I'm staying posted on future events held here, because I definitely want to keep coming back!