We had an amazing time at Blue Hills Ranch in Waco, TX- I highly recommend a trip out there to get…read morethe up-close and personal experience we enjoyed with all the amazing animals! Fantastic staff, happy animals, well-kept facilities...what an incredible day we had. It feels like a dream. Easy day trip outing with the family or as a date- book your animal experiences online like we did at https://www.bluehillsranch.com . The staff was flexible to shift timing of the experiences so we didn't have to wait long in between- they were extremely accommodating and we never felt rushed either. The otter swim/playtime experience was originally what drew us, and it was even better than I'd imagined. Worth every penny! Then we got to feed and pet the capybaras, which were way friendlier than I thought they would be! The babies enjoyed some extra belly rubs too. Bottle feeding the kangaroo was so fun too- little Dundee was SO soft and loved all the pets, even gave us kisses! The giraffes were super friendly and greeted us every time we were nearby; feeding and getting quality time with them was an extra treat. The safari ride tour was also amazing- 5 of us fit comfortably and got to feed/see lots of animals that we wouldn't normally get to experience. We were surprised at how this place wasn't crowded at all in the middle of July when it is peak vacation season, so it really felt like we had the whole place to ourselves. They also have a beautiful main lodge area that is comfortable and welcoming with additional animals to enjoy.

We just got home after an amazing weekend at the ranch. I surprised my wife for our first…read moreanniversary and her birthday and it did not disappoint!!! All of the staff were so helpful and kind! A special shoutout to Cheslea who took care of us when we arrived, as well as was our driver for the safari tour! Ohhhh the animals, my wife and I were in heaven. She misses her little Cashew and I won't forget my big boy Blue (see photo)! Our first time but will not be our last! Thank you again to you all!

Incredible vacation spot! Our family was so comfortable and we were super relaxed the entire time.read more

This place is a dream. Who knew something so beautiful was so close to home? The property is…read moregorgeous, peaceful, and very well organized. We stayed in the newest addition and the rooms were exquisite. The only downside was the construction that was going on during our stay, which took away a bit from the relaxation. There is a restaurant on site, which is convenient, although not the most affordable option. The property is only about 20 minutes from Brenham, so going into town for other dining options was easy. Overall, it was a lovely experience and we will definitely be back.

Love going to DRR - it's always peaceful, welcoming and a beautiful B&B in the country surrounded…read moreby nature, Longhorns, chickens, horses, and the sunsets are the best. The hospitality is Texas sized.

I believe exceptional is not good enough ! The experience was perfect! Monica is a phenomenal host,…read moreand a great cook! She made us a soup that was so tasty! The ranch is super cool, the longhorn bull biscuit has personality , all the animals, including the armadillo that lives under the treehouse (we never saw him but Monica insists he's there !) the casita was perfect the bed was amazing and the box labeled put the pillows HERE was funny and logical , rainfall shower private toilet , tv with every possible channel, starlink internet was fast and stable even in the rain! I was very impressed with Monica and how she took such great care of us, she is a star , not only with the treehouse but at 71 she walked the Camino Real in Spain over 300 miles ! If you have the opportunity to stay here it's not just a recommendation it's a must

Casual Sunday drive through the Beautiful Texas Countryside, brought us to this place. From the…read moreoutside, 1st impression, it was packed, good sign, and it was an old historical marker previous hotel built in the 1800's. Everything about this place, esp if you like history was neat. Our server, can't remember her name, was new but spot on, funny, knew her stuff, hard worker and kept busy. She recommended several dishes and was spot on. I did the Steak / Mushrooms "add baked potato" and my guest enjoyed her Chicken Fried Chicken couldn't finish the Potato herself (but I did) :) I'd love to try other things here in the future. Definitely a must try. Enjoy!

Our large group of 14 was in town to do the painted church ride and had a terrible experience at a…read morerestaurant in Shulenburg that couldn't handle our large crowd. While on our tour I called and Kloesel's was able to set us up with a last minute reservation for 6:30 pm on a Saturday. Having made the reservation I showed up early to make sure everything was in place and was very happy to see they had set up a table for us in a private area near the bar that had fresh linens and menus and was clearly ready for us. Our waitress was excellent. Joking with our party she kept the drinks and food flowing. All of the entrees including an awesome minestrone soup, salad and various comfort food and steaks was amazing. The owner came out to thank us for our visit and to talk for bit and we loved it. We would very highly recommend as the quality of food and the level of service was outstanding!

I've been to two High School reunions here and they host it well. They have friendly staff, the…read moreOther Band played at both reunions and did a great job, and the food was satisfying.

The burgers are really tasty, but it's very pricey for burgers served in a garage. The staff was…read morefriendly, and it's fairly comfortable. My burger was delicious...juicy, packed with fun toppings, and I was quite satisfied with my meal. The price tag was steep. I don't think a burger that cost a total of two dollars to plate should cost 11 dollars. That's a pretty hefty margin. Save the margin for the alcohol. Give a good deal on the food.

Great hunting experiance will definitly be back.. thanks Steve and Paul was amazing.This was a…read moregreat experince as a first time hunter. Ive learned alot with the 1st trip. It was worth the drive from California.

Went there with a group of buisness associates and had a great time. From staff to meals to hunting…read morehad an awesome time. Saw tons of hogs and didn't shoot them all. Ranch boss made sure everyone was setup to leave with atleast one hog. Already planning our next trip back.

Tried the hotdog wish they had an option for hot chili it tasted ok but Wow the sliced brisket was…read moreso tender and flavorful I highly recommend - got some of the jalapeño sausage - very tasty - I took a 1/2 pound of each home! I'll be back!

I made a deliberate exit off of I10 just to check it out…read more Upon entering you see patrons eating at tables along the wall across from the meat showcase. Down a narrow aisle towards the back you see a line of folks ordering to-go food, but there is no recognizable way to determine how to order out of the meatcase. I finally got a clerk to notice that I wanted something out of the case, ... he gathered my selected items and said, "meet me at the register." I purchased the beef links, hot chubbys, and the homemade weiners. That night, I had it all on the smoker. Everything was delicious. I found the weiners very dense and meaty, but heavy on salt content. I tried marinating them, to tone the salt down a bit, but to no avail. I'll be boiling the next batch to see if that helps. Overall, City Market is a place to visit if you're flying down I10 past Schulenburg, Texas. I'll be back.

Had such amazing experience , I can't wait to come back. I celebrated my birthday riding horses the…read morecrew there was extremely helpful patient and knowledgeable of the horses and trails. I would highly recommend anybody who's looking for an amazing horseback riding experience to come here

We were there for a private event with a group that included a rodeo and a BBQ and whiskey tasting…read more Staff were great. The food was good and the rodeo super fun. All the more interesting is how close this was to the downtown of Austin. Felt like we were in a typical suburb rather than on a ranch. Although we did not do this we noticed they have trap shooting, ATV Guided Tours, kayaking and horse riding of course. All worth checking out if you are in the area.

Today was a good time had by all. 5 kids, ranging from 3-9 driving to the middle of nowhere to pick…read moreplump sweet juicy blackberries. It is definitely off the beaten path but very worth it. Can't beat $3 a pound plus a friendly welcome by the owners. Call ahead to scope out the conditions.

From the owner: Thomas family ranch is a small pick your own Blackberry farm. Our blackberries are available from…read moremid May through mid June and cost $3.00 per pound. We provide buckets to use while picking but you will need to bring containers to carry them home in. We recommend wearing shoes and socks, no sandals or flip flops, ants and sticker burrs are common. Call to check availability.

Extremely well trained horses, amazing scenery, and excellent hospitality! I absolutely recommend…read morecoming here for trail rides.

If you want a real Texas experience with one of the nicest, most experienced person - ditch the big…read moretours and go to Sunset Trail Rides. Gracey is amazing!!!! We had our family with three girls and she made our time at her beautiful property one we will never forget. So thankful to Gracey for giving these Nebraskans the experience of a lifetime.