The Lancaster Manor was just amazing! A beautiful house full of charm and quaint decor. Our hosts…read moreConnie and John were so friendly and welcoming, they made us feel like family! They cooked us a fabulous private dinner, 3 courses and everything was so delicious. They cooked us homemade breakfast and it was just fabulous! Everything was organic and made from scratch. We had omelette, eggs Benedict, banana bread and French toast. We highly recommend this bed and breakfast and hope to go back soon!

Our hosts, John and Connie Lancaster, enthusiastically welcomed us upon arrival, showed us around,…read moretook our breakfast orders, and showed us to our rooms. My adult son stayed in the Rose Room, while my husband and I stayed in the Cowboy Room. There was a pleasant common area outside the rooms. That evening, the hosts did a thoughtful turn-down service with chocolates, ice, and bottled water, (we stayed 3 nights but the turn-down service was only 1 night). The refrigerator was stocked with complimentary beverages. The beds were comfortable, the sheets high quality, and we slept very well. Built in 1889, the property is impressive with a lot of historic charm, beautiful lighting, and a pool and spa out back. Breakfast the next morning was lovely, and John chatted warmly with us before leaving us to enjoy our meal. Unfortunately, things became much less comfortable the following day. Connie greeted my husband and son with warm hugs but barely acknowledged me. When she did decide to speak to me it was about the breakfast the day before, which John had served, she had mistakenly made me a fruit cup containing yogurt after I had requested dairy-free food. I understood mistakes happen, I saw the yogurt and I didn't eat it, but I became concerned because I had experienced significant digestive discomfort after eating my "dairy-free" omelet. Thinking something else caused it, I ate the omelet again the second morning and experienced the exact same issue within an hour. Perhaps the veggies were cooked in butter without realizing its impact on dairy-sensitive guests. One interaction with Connie left us particularly uncomfortable. She noticed blueberries on my husband's shirt and began scolding him. When she asked what I wanted her to do about it, I told her he does his own laundry and to ask him. She then pulled my husband by the neck into her chest and said, as if speaking to a child, "Oh but they need to know someone cares about them!" I found this comment hurtful, judgmental, and territorial. After 38 years of marriage, if my husband, who is now retired, wants to help out by doing his laundry while I work full-time with orthopedically impaired students and commute an hour and a half daily, I'm going to let him. Of course she didn't take the time to learn any of this about us and instead decided to judge us! Later, in the guest common area, Connie came up and scolded my husband for not having a shirt on, then insisted on taking his stained shirt to wash--despite him explaining he had already dabbed the stain out himself. The exchange became increasingly uncomfortable, and I eventually had to step in and ask her to stop. In my opinion, she blurred appropriate boundaries. We paid $2,020 in full 8 months in advance for privacy. It is NOT appropriate to be pushy, push personal judgements, or physically pull a guest's head into your chest. Unwanted touching crosses a major line. We were also concerned about 2 visible cameras in the common area. We couldn't determine if they recorded audio, but being observed in shared guest spaces made us uncomfortable. An intermittent buzz kept going off until my husband put his shirt on, making him feel monitored. Guests should be clearly informed if cameras are present. Lastly, for Texas summer visitors: water alone doesn't replace electrolytes, let alone purified water, which was provided, but void of electrolytes. I experienced severe leg cramping and recommend bringing proper hydration supplements. Lancaster Manor is a beautiful historic property with great beds and a lovely breakfast. However, the host interactions made the stay feel awkward and tense. Hospitality requires being attentive while knowing when to give guests space--we needed less bossing, more listening and engaging conversation instead of being talked at and judged. I wouldn't mind going back to Texas but I will not be staying here when I do!

After reading the reviews from a year ago, things have changed and for the better! My husband and I…read moreare filmmakers and we absolutely love staying at this place. Brian, the owner, is great. He's very friendly and wants visitors happy. The internet is top notch, 5G service. The older couple that managed this place have moved on so no more biting chihuahuas. The pool is OPEN. The cafe has had major upgrades and they host karaoke and line dancing nights. The retreat areas are locked b/c these are rooms for guest to stay in and probably not to be dirtied by people who just wanna looksy. This place is peaceful and quiet. You can play pickleball, basketball OR have a bonfire if the weather permits AND they have farm animals in the back that are so cute! Roosters, turkey, goats, pigs, ducks, rabbits. You can just walk over and they come up to you. You're also around 6 minutes to the lake and 12 minutes to downtown Gainesville. So if you've had questions on staying here, book it and then write your own review. Like I did.

We stayed in the RV section for a time. They are building more sites and construction was ongoing…read more If you need a stable Internet connection while working from your RV, stay elsewhere. There was no WiFi for the RV sites, so we had to use a Verizon hotspot. We stayed on the end of the second row, close to the hotel, and our connection on our phones and hotspot would drop off every 5 minutes. There are laundry facilities in the hotel, but they are locked, so you have to get the laundry room unlocked to use. I cannot speak to the hotel rooms. The ranch is picturesque, with cool buildings that are all locked up tighter than Alcatraz. There is a pool, but the pool house is locked up. There is no dog park, although there are some pens that can be used if you secure the gate. There are some dogs that are allowed to wander freely off leash. Beware the Chihuahuas, as one of them nipped me and my husband on separate occasions.

Great experience! Loved this b and b for a surprise overnight for my husband's birthday. Very…read morequiet, cozy and secure. Amazing breakfast!!

Been a guest 4 times over the last 15ish years. Can't wait to go back again!! The food!!! The…read moreatmosphere!! The hospitality!! 10/10 I love it!! My favorite retreat.

The facility is beautiful and spread out. It looks very classy, Jennifer gave us a nice tour of the…read moreparty areas and the back view of the lake and gazebo. Love the statues hidden around and they have nice rooms so it would be convenient for a family reunion or wedding...or just to stay in luxury for a weekend. Isle du Bois Lake Ray Roberts is right down the road.

This is a beautiful resort with a magnificent view of Lake Ray Roberts. While many guests come here…read morefor events and wedding receptions, we visit often simply to enjoy the peaceful lake views. The staff is always friendly and welcoming. The property is clean and decorated in a charming cowboy style that adds to its unique character.

This place is the best get away if you want to focus on the one you love and enjoy that person…read moreuninterrupted.

We had a great time staying here! So relaxing! Slept til 9 am for first time in years! The Redbud…read morecabin was perfect, so cozy and charming. Will definitely return and try out some of the other cabins.

We spent the night for one night so I can only review the stay, not the restaurant…read more We stayed for one night as the final night on a week long road trip. I wanted something fun for the 6 year old. It was perfect. We booked a stay in an air conditioned covered wagon. There were animals all around; so my son got a five dollar feed bucket and visited a good many animals. The wagon beds were great, came with a/c, a lantern and a tv. They are also linked to an rv resort with a pool just across the road so we spent the afternoon there. It was a great way to spend the night. I would have loved to try the food but we were a bit late to the game and had to leave out too early My only caveat, while I appreciate the in person welcome, my brain cannot process the explanation of the whole book. You need an abbreviated version for parents. I literally forgot half of what we were told before she was finished. They.have lodging, a restaurant, a spa, and animal encounters as well, I can only speak for our one night though. 1 recommendation- bring ear plugs if you are a light sleeper, dogs, peacocks and roosters aren't known for quiet. I slept fine with ear plugs in though.

We recently stayed at Oak Meadow Ranch in the King Ranch Suite! It was one of the best stays I've…read morehad. We dined at the Whitehorse Steak House and the food was amazing! The steak was so tender and the risotto was delish. The dairy free options were great. The room was amazing, if not a little on the warm side for us. Water pressure/hot water in the shower was a little finicky, but overall, the stay was amazing. I can't wait to go back!

We are currently at All Is Well Resort and I cannot rave about it enough! It's only about an hour…read morenorth of Denton, which makes it the perfect quick getaway without a long drive. The bubble room is such a cool experience -- true glamping at its best! Falling asleep under the stars and waking up surrounded by nature is something we'll never forget. It feels peaceful, private, and just the right mix of cozy, comfortable, and adventurous. One of my favorite parts? Sitting around the fire roasting marshmallows and hotdogs. It gives total nostalgic camping vibes -- but with way better comfort. Everything is clean, well thought out, and relaxing. If you're looking for something different for a date night, anniversary, girls trip, or just to unplug for a bit, this glamping spot is 100% worth it. We're already talking about going back, and we haven't even left yet.

Catfish (fried) is amazing. Service is great! Mac and…read morecheese is basically Kraft from a box (no one in their right mind wants this at a restaurant). It isn't difficult to make a good Mac and cheese and up charge it as a side (you can even add truffle Mac as an upgrade to the regular). Chicken club was mid at best and could use some fresh chicken vs the chicken patty they use that has no flavor. Hush puppies are grand & the coleslaw is alright. Upgrading your food will just bring you more business. I get that restaurant margins are very very low but making things fresh and unique will fill your tables or your location and model wasn't meant to succeed.

Fun place to eat and food was good. Service was fast, music nice country western. The county…read moreoutside the window was beautiful!!