Absolutely the most relaxing, comfortable Texas ranch to spend a great weekend - or week! Fabulous…read morepool, open for the whole family including our three Golden Retrievers! The pond and open fields made for a welcome walk and fun afternoon. There is a spacious barn with three separate lockable kennels for the dogs for that trip into Brenham for you to enjoy some great restaurants, or gourmet chocolates at Jet Set Chocolatier. Definitely five stars, and we have stayed in gorgeous places all over the US and Europe!

From the owner: Old Mill Creek is a beautiful vacation rental and event venue, located on 40 quiet acres of rolling…read moregrassland just outside Brenham, Texas. It features a 4,873 square foot house with four bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms, a vintage barn, refreshing swimming pool, fishing pond, plenty of room for nature walks and the perfect hilltop location to relax watching amazing Texas sunrises and sunsets!

Memorial Day there were about 11 of us at the Sons river and we had an enjoyable time. The water is…read moreshallow so you don't have to worry about your children being in deep water. Little children like my granddaughter age 3 1/2 would need to wear floaties for your peace of mind but, parents are going to be with their children. My daughter and her husband rented a Kayak to go to the other side where it is deeper and there was a rope swing. My son in law loved that. You can take your own water toys and tubes. It is spring fed and it stays 72 degrees all year. It's still chilly but when you walk around you get use to it and it's comfortable. I have not camped out. We may go again for the 4th and we might camp out. It's very pleasant there. The cabanas are great. Lots of shade in the cabanas and you can grill, there are lots of chairs so you don't have to take chairs unless you want to. You will need to take food and drinks, snacks. All of the cabanas have hammocks which is nice. Beware of rocks though and be sure and take your water shoes so that you can walk on the rocks. There are some areas that are very easy to just walk into the water where the ground is level. I highly recommend this place for a fun family weekend or a fun day.

Short review: False Advertising, Double Booking, Mold Exposure, Unsanitary Conditions, and Terrible…read moreCustomer Service Avoid Son's Blue River Camp at all costs. Long Review: The night before our reservation, the venue called to tell us the "bell tent" we booked and fully paid for was actually a bring-your-own-tent campsite. Instead of honoring the reservation, they immediately tried to upsell us and charge additional money to "upgrade" to a glamping cabin. After making last-minute accommodations to bring our own tent, we arrived the next day only to be told our reserved campsite had been double booked due to their online and in-person reservation systems "not communicating." Staff admitted they had been dealing with this issue all day. This campground was grossly overbooked and lacked adequate infrastructure--insufficient campsites, limited electricity, limited water access, inadequate sewage accommodations, and overflowing porta-potties. Some were cautioned taped off. One staff member, Clayton, was openly hostile and told us: "Y'all could all really just go home and that would make my life a lot easier." Knowing they enforce a strict no refund policy, that wasn't a real option. We were temporarily placed in a "glamping cabin," which had a strong mildew odor, visible mold contamination, and likely water damage. The mold and mildew were severe enough to disrupt sleep and created serious health concerns. This is not "glamping"--this is unsafe lodging. The following day, after being reassured our campsite issues were resolved, we returned from the river to find our paid campsite was once again being occupied by another group. Staff then blamed us for not setting up earlier--even though they had told us the site was available. This confirms what many should know: if you book online, they may not actually reserve your site. Meanwhile, walk-up campers appear to pay less, creating a pattern of double-booking and double-charging customers. Conditions across the property were unacceptable: Overflowing trash cans left baking in 90+ degree heat Trash not removed during the entire stay Strong odors from garbage and human waste Porta-potties that could be smelled from over 100 feet away Ant infestations inside and outside sleeping tents Broken or non-working advertised AC units Mold-covered canvas tents Unclean and unsanitary sleeping areas When we reported ants covering one of the tents, staff responded: "What do you want me to do about it?" This was one of the worst examples of misrepresentation, unsafe camping conditions, unsanitary glamping accommodations, poor campground management, and negligent customer service we've ever experienced. We filed formal complaints with the Guadalupe County Code Enforcement office who reported back that MOLD CONTAMINATION WAS CONFIRMED IN THEIR BELL TENTS. They offered us a credit for another stay, but after this experience, there is absolutely no reason we would ever return. This place feels like a scam and a massive health hazard. Book literally anywhere else.

the owners of this place are so sweet! it's so nice to because it is a tiny rv park with barely any…read moreneighbors. it was also my favorite because it was right beside a thrift store called kathi's resale. best thrift store i've ever went to. so cheap to where i could shop there everyday and get good branded things. you have to drive to a laundry mat and that's the only thing that sucks, especially being someone with no car because it's in my home state and boyfriend at work all the time, other than that it's a pretty nice rv park to stay at. no strict rules really. pretty chill. i will say it gets loud tho, whether it's the neighbor kids, bars nearby and motorcycles driving past constantly. the only issue i had is i think the neighbors kids messed with our stuff almost flooding our camper. but overall, id go back. it's way better than a big rv park and i love the thrift store.

This was the perfect camp site for our weekend lake trip! Our rv site was full hookup, very level…read moreand easy to get into. We have a 29 ft camper with a slide out and it fit us well with enough room to park the truck next to us. It was near everything we needed and a very nice and peaceful site. As a bonus it had yard games, hammocks, and a grill for us to use. We will definitely be coming back!

I spent this past weekend here for my birthday with my girlfriend, and we could not have been more…read morehappier with our stay. The staff Amy, Ronnie, Paul, Chef Dustin and the few others whose names I didn't get were awesome, they were extremely helpful and hospitable. The ranch is aimed at hunters, but is also multi-use for weddings, conferences, family reunions and such. Even for just a weekend getaway, or during the week getaway the 4-D Guest Ranch is awesome. What is so awesome about this place is that they have many exotic species of animals on the land, and for someone like me who enjoys taking photographs it was a pretty sweet experience. Paul and Ronnie took me out to go shoot some pictures on two separate occasions and we spent a couple of hours just driving and looking at all the different animals, some that are native to Africa! I got a lot of great shots and was very happy with how nice and informative they were. Last but certainly not least is the food, it was extremely delicious. Chef Dustin, who I found out is only about three weeks in at the ranch, cooks up some amazing food. He, and Paul and Ronnie who took care of the breakfast I believe, catered to some dietary restrictions we had without hesitation. I will definitely be staying here again, 5 star experience all around and the price wasn't bad at all either. If I had to constructively criticize something it would be the website, it just needs to be a little more informative IMO, would like to see rates, activities, and more photos (I'll add a few on here).

I spent a weekend here recently as part of a group. The surroundings were gorgeous, the food was…read moregreat, and the lodging very comfortable. I don't have one bad thing to say about my visit here. It would be great for a wedding or other big event.

Awesome! Warmth! Charming! Delightful! Loved the bed--very comfortable! These are words that…read morepopped into my head as I mentally and emotionally reviewed my recent stay at Mesquite Retreat! The presence and symbolic meanings of deer, gentleness, sensitivity, strength, and grace, a crane, wisdom, grace, guidance, and harmony, a heron, grace, patience, resilience, and balance, and turkey vultures, strength, courage, and spiritual renewal, enhanced this retreat's essence of Mother Nature. Also, Mesquite Retreat is the perfect location for a small, private ceremony: renewal of vows, etc. Our gratitude and appreciation to the owner(s) for an outstanding experience and the wonderful memories! Thank you!

From the owner: Family reunions, recreational fishing, swimming, hot tub, outdoor movies, COTA Formula 1…read moreaccommodations, close to Bastrop. Ask about our special winter rate to enjoy 3 fireplaces, s'mores and soaking in the spa under the stars.

LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! I was in Bastrop for work and wanted to…read morestay somewhere other than a hotel. The Reserve at Greenleaf was that place & it truly exceeded my expectations!! This property has 4 yurts & I opted to stay in The Nest. The space was welcoming & cozy; it felt like a warm hug in nature (I'm originally from the woods & lakes of northern Minnesota so that's huuuge compliment). I enjoyed my stay & especially loved the complimentary loose leaf tea options & snacks, as well as the spacious stand alone bathtub and skylight domes above my bed & the shower -- see my pics! There was much more this entire property offered, but while there, this stay was for solitude and rest. I highly recommend The Reserve at Greenleaf for the wonderfully unique experience! I will definitely return in the future!!

HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS PLACE FOR THE PERFECT GLAMPING EXPERIENCE. All the things we enjoyed:…read morethe hiking trails were great, the yurt is so well designed, the king size bed was super comfortable, the restroom was incredible felt like were were at a spa, an evening by the fire pit under the stars, mornings on the hammock to enjoy nature and all of its beauty and sounds. The owners thought of all the perfect outdoor amenities. The perfect way to reset. THANK YOU JEANNE AND BUBBA FOR BEING SO GRACIOUS AND WELCOMING. Can not wait to go back.

We came out to ride the trails and support some of our friends who were racing today…read more What a great space! Organized parking along the road. Dispersed primitive camping. And fantasticlu built and maintained trails! The racing community today was also incredibly supportive and fun. Excited to come out on a non event day and ride at a more leisurely pace.

From the owner: Venue for all events. weddings, private parties, bar mitzvah's, corporate events and everything in…read morebetween.

Beautiful retreat! Laura is hands down THE most considerate and helpful host. 10/10 would stay here…read moreagain or at any of her retreats.

From the owner: Your Oasis Away from Home!…read more We are a locally owned, intimate retreat venue in Austin, Texas located on a beautiful, natural property, minutes from downtown Austin. We host small wedding weekends, corporate retreats, family reunions, and more. We offer overnight accommodations for up to 30 people. Two night minimum stay required.

My first trip to Matagorda and I lucked out being able to stay at JJB Cabins, with my dog, as the…read moreAirbnb I'd rented turned out to be a nightmare. Patti, the owner, personally rushed to clean up one of the lovely cabins for me, which wouldn't normally have been available as guests had just checked out after the Fourth of July weekend. I wanted to come here for a little writing retreat because of the chill vibe I'd heard about--small fishing town, beautiful beach and nature, friendly people, not super touristy. (As much as my family loves Port Aransas the vibe in the summer is anything but chill.) The neighborhood where the cabins are is the kind of place where everyone waves as you're passing each other on the road. There are some beautiful cows across the street that came RUNNING to greet my dog and me, miniature horses, lots of birds, chickens, and a cat or two roaming around. The cabin is super comfortable in every way, with multiple places to work on my laptop (porch, dining table, couch, chairs on the porch, bed) and even in the heat of summer it's been cool and comfortable with multiple air conditioners and ceiling fans. I love that JBB is family-owned and operated, and Patti is just one of the best people you'll ever meet.

this place and the ladies that own it. Only place I will ever stay in Matagorda. I highly recommend…read morestaying there. Very Clean and so close to the beach.