Our church hosted a family retreat at Gathering Oaks earlier this month and everyone involved had a…read morereally great time. My husband and I were part of the kitchen/meal crew and stayed in the Gathering House. The kitchen was quite well-stocked and the extra fridge around the corner + extra storage space was much needed. We did have to bring some of our own equipment but we were thoroughly prepared to do so because Gathering Oaks provided all the information about what was available at the retreat center ahead of time. The sound proofing isn't the greatest in the main house for those staying in the ground floor rooms, but that didn't really end up mattering too much since I'm a pretty deep sleeper. Those who wake up more easily from loud noises may not have as easy a time staying in one of the bedrooms in the Gathering House. The facilities are all very well kept and the kids had a great time with the outdoor activities and the fire pit at night. Would definitely consider Gathering Oaks in the future for smaller retreats (about 40-60 people max).

We stayed very, very recently in one of the tiny homes for a mini-vacation with the kids. The…read moreproperty is beautiful and the tiny home was more than adequate. However, on the listing it mentions there are no hidden fees. This is the first place with a hot tub that had it replaced with a cold tub. As it turns out, they want an add-on cost of $100.00 to turn the heat on the hot tub. I am sure there is an excuse, but it is probably ridiculous since this is not an industry standard.

Myself and the family spent several days at Hideaway Ranch and retreat. It was such a wonderful…read moretime we really wish we could have stayed longer. Our cabin was really nice and clean.The pool was relaxing and very short walk from our cabin. The Hideaway has plenty of activities (fishing,horseback riding,hiking and stargaze)that you can plan for if you have the time which I highly recommend. The nights at Hideaway Ranch are very quiet and the stars on clear nights were breath taking. Morning breakfast at Hideaway Ranch The Buffalo Nickel was very good. The staff were also very polite and they had some time to talk to us about some of the history of the ranch. We were very happy with the hospitality that was shown to us by all the staff. We look forward to our next visit and hope to make Hideaway Ranch a family tradition to visit. Thank you Hideaway Ranch for such a great memorable time.

There are more cons then pros , just our opinion…read more Our cabin needed a deep clean, the water was VERY cool (far from hot), the air condition in the room was not cold (filter needed a deep clean), there was bugs and the hot tub had lots of leaves. Pros were it is in the middle of no where, quiet, peaceful and relaxing. Had the thugs above been fixed we would be back. For $360 for two nights, strictly my opinion.. we won't be back.

I love this place. I have stayed here a couple of times for a romantic get away from the metroplex…read more. It's a real diamond in the rough . Tons of charm ! Comply and Cozy . The owner is very friendly and easy to get along with. There are great places to eat around there or bring groceries and utilize the kitchen. I have slept like a baby and left feeling totally rested. I highly recommend this place. ( just not on a night I want to reserve it... Ha! ) make sure you sign the guest book !!!

Stayed at this beautiful home last night and wish we had more time to be here. This is NOT a…read more"drive-by" when looking for a place to stay in Hico. The outside is a little plain but the inside is a vintage dream yet with every modern convenience you need. We happened to call last minute and the owner met us there in 10 minutes and explained the history of the house. She and her husband bought it and restored it back to its original beauty. There's a photo album of everything they did to restore the house and the antiques she purchased for the rooms are stunning. Can't say enough about how cool this house is!

There's something about being out in nature that just feels good. Maybe it's the fresh air, or the…read moresounds of the animals, but whatever it is, I always feel better after spending some time on a ranch. Recently, I had the chance to stay at Moon River Ranch, and it was a great experience. The ranch is located near Waco, and the staff was very friendly and welcoming. One of my favorite things about the ranch was getting to help with the animals. I've always loved animals, and it was great to get to spend some time working with them. The 3bedroom house was very clean and the rustic log cabin look made us feel like we were truly on a ranch. The safari ride was so fun and the animals were out and several came Up to the hummer we were riding in..the hayride was an experience as we soaked in the gorgeous sunset! The kids loved the pool overlooking the water.. The Overall, it was a great experience, and I'm already looking forward to my next visit. Thanks for everything!

I reserved a 1BR cabin for 3 nights. I was charged immediately for the full stay after being told…read moreit would be later. They changed my reservation without my knowledge to a lodge room. I was unaware of this until after the deadline for free cancelation. Upon learning this two weeks before my stay, I tried to contact them via phone and e-mail, never a response. I guess they never intended to make it right. We did not go!! They ruined my 35th Wedding Anniversary!! DO NOT TRUST THIS PLACE, GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY THEY WILL SCAM YOU WITHOUT EVEN TRYING TO RESOLVE THE ISSUE. We wanted to cook out, fish, drink coffee on the porch, watch sunsets etc. Not possible in a lodge room! They wanted a review this is it! I would have given them 0 if possible.

We stayed at this campground for three nights recently. We loved it!!! Large sites, wide roads,…read morevery nice and well kept landscaping! There were three bath houses/laundries in the campground area. Very clean and roomy and easy to get to! Located close to town and easy to get in and out of. Looked like a new campground because some of the landscaping trees were small. Great place!

This place was phenomenal. The property is super clean and nice. Showers were impeccably clean…read morealong with all of the facilities. All of the sites are level concrete pads. You can tell they've put a lot of thought and time into this property. Jason was so kind from the time we checked in with suggestions of things to do and places to eat to being so flexible with us when we had a problem with our RV when we were supposed to be checking out. I highly recommend this location and would stay there again.

We stayed in Cabin 2 and it was amazing, the owner has thought of everything for your stay. The…read morecabin was super clean and comfortable. We wish we found this place sooner that is for sure. We can't wait to go back! They have a great outside kitchen area, fire pit you can use as well.

Best place to stay in Stephenville!!!! The family that owns it make you feel like family ! All the…read morebeds were super comfy and the breakfast was yummy too ! Stayed for 2 weeks and will definitely be back when back in this town ! Insides of the cabins were clean and really cool looking ! Two thumbs up

We stumbled across this place online. I don't even know where to begin. Best vacation we've had in…read morea long time. We got so lucky to have a bunch of rain before our stay and the kids played in the creek all weekend, chasing frogs and crayfish. Waterfall was incredible. Cabin was super clean, with great amenities we didn't expect - just perfect. The owners were over the top sweet and even texted us pics of the kids playing in the creek. Of course we did the Fossil Rim trip and Dinosaur Valley stop while we were here. We will 100% make this an annual visit.

After finding a deal on Yelp, I booked my wife and two youngest sons for a relaxing get-away…read moreseveral months ago, and they LOVED it! I can't wait to go myself, and use their place for a study retreat. Thanks for making my family so happy!

As a large family group, we were delighted to find a vacation house with beds to accommodate all of…read moreus at an affordable price. The kitchen was well stocked and even had some cooking items we forgot. The weather was beautiful, so we enjoyed games, coffee, & conversation on the spacious deck overlooking the lake. The kids had a great time fishing. The house was comfortable and convenient. The ladies all took a road trip to Waco to visit the Magnolia Market which we thoroughly enjoyed. Barbara was available to answer any questions. Overall, it was a wonderful memory for our family. Thank you,

The hosts/owners, John & Karen built these and are the most impeccable hosts. The decor is…read moreindicative of the cabin name, and pulls the theme together. Everything has been thought of, and anything you might have forgotten to bring, is there for you. Quiet, serene and nestled truly in nature. We truly enjoyed listening to the birds in the tree canopy. Thank you for making our 30th anniversary stay, so memorable.

This place is amazing. My wife and I have stayed here many times. We have stayed in all of their…read morecabins. John and Karen are great. They have always been nice and inviting. We have never had an issue during our stays. The views are amazing from all cabins. Cabins are fully stocked with things you should need. The beds are more than comfortable. The ho tubs are wonderful and always clean, as are the cabins. I'm not sure how many times we have stayed here, but for sure, 10 times. Probably more. We have never had any issues. If you are considering staying here. Go. You want regret it.

I know of this place from years ago and had recommended it to friends that were interested in Waco…read moreand the Magnolia market. I need to attend a wedding in North Dallas and did not want to get stuck in traffic coming back to San Antonio so I opted to stay here. The owner opened the place up an hour early for me so I could shower and get ready for the wedding. She didn't have time because it was, so last-minute to order pastries so she gave me a gift card to a local restaurant that was absolutely incredible and right up my alley. I plan to do this again.

This was my 4th stay. And I will be back in October. HH feels like home to me. You get space and…read moreeverything you need.....even ear plugs if you are traveling with snoring friends. She also provides eye masks but we didn't need them. I highly recommend the World Cup Coffee breakfast option!!! Don't miss the fair trade shop that is attached to World Cup Coffee. When I have to leave early, I get the pastry option. The pastries are yummy. You also have access to games and books. A few years ago, I stayed in the first floor room. It's smaller but just as homey as upstairs.