- Q: What makes Texas a great destination for cabin stays?
- A: Texas is home to a vast number of cabins to suit every taste. Visitors can get an authentic western experience, complete with as few or as many amenities as you want.
- Q: What type of accommodations can you find in Texas?
- A: Regardless of the area of Texas you are in, these dude ranches offer a fun getaway, for a few days or even a few weeks.
- Q: How do visitors choose their cabins in Texas?
- A: You just need to choose which amenities you want in your chosen cabin.
9E Ranch
Stay in cozy cabins and explore peaceful trails on a quiet weekend trip.
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- What accommodations are available at the 9E Ranch?
- The 9E Ranch has four cabins for guests to choose from, each with its own unique styling.
- What amenities do the cabins at 9E Ranch offer?
- Every cabin at 9E Ranch has air conditioning and heating, free internet, a private bathroom with a shower, towels, sheets, shampoo, and soap.
- Each cabin has a full kitchen that features a stove, microwave, dishes, pots, and pans.
- All cabins also have access to outside grills.
- What additional features do some cabins have?
- Depending on the cabin you choose, you can also enjoy cowhide rugs, old-fashioned wood-burning stoves, antique bath tubs with showers, multiple bedrooms, hot tubs, private decks, and pet-friendliness.
- Is the 9E Ranch pet-friendly?
- Yes! Those who plan to bring a pooch just pay a small fee and get a fenced yard as well as doggie towels.
- What activities can guests enjoy at the 9E Ranch?
- Guests can enjoy walking around the Lost Pines found on the ranch, enjoy the horses, or go bird watching.
- You can pet the miniature donkeys and horses or sit in a rocking chair to relax.
- At night, stargaze, and during the day, bathe in the forest.
- The property has a gazebo that is perfect for relaxation.
- How big is the 9E Ranch property?
- The property covers 320 acres of land, including pines, hiking trails, ponds, and more.
- Can guests use a campfire at 9E Ranch?
- Yes! Guests are welcome to utilize the 9E Ranch campfire.
- What breakfast options are provided?
- Every morning, enjoy the muffins, tea, and coffee that 9E Ranch leaves in the cabins for breakfast.
2158 Highway 304, Smithville, TX, Phone: 512-497-9502
Backroads Texas
Drive scenic routes and relax in rustic comfort on an affordable countryside escape.
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- What types of accommodations does Backroads Texas offer?
- Backroads Texas has a wide range of accommodation options, including bed and breakfast style lodgings, guest houses, River Creek Properties, Lake Properties, and the Ranch Lodge.
- In total, you can choose from 11 bed and breakfast accommodations, 90 guest houses, and 5 horse-friendly properties.
- What amenities are available at Backroads Texas accommodations?
- Amenities vary, but you can choose accommodations that are pet-friendly and kid-friendly and have TVs, DVD players, phones, fireplaces, kitchens, hot tubs, BBQ, fire pits, and internet.
- Many accommodations have satellite TV and a vast number are pet-friendly.
- What amenities are included in guest houses?
- In the case of guest houses, almost all accommodations include kitchen utensils, bed linens, and towels.
- When the accommodations do not include these things, there is a note indicating that.
- Do Backroads Texas lodgings have access to water?
- Most of the lodging options from Backroads Texas have water nearby, either via a river, creek, or lake.
- This is perfect for relaxing, fishing, or boating.
- What outdoor activities are available?
- Other popular activities include hiking and birding.
- You can also select lodging that lets you bring your horse along for convenient horseback riding.
- Is breakfast included at Backroads Texas bed and breakfasts?
- If you choose to stay in one of the 11 bed and breakfasts, then breakfast will be included in every stay, although the selection varies based on location.
- Where are Backroads Texas bed and breakfasts located?
- Bed and breakfasts are in Bandera, Kerrville, and Tarpley/Utopia/Vanderpool.
- Where are Backroads Texas guest houses located?
- Guest houses are in Bandera, Boerne, Comfort, Concan/Leakey, Hondo, Kerrville/Ingram, Medina Lake, Medina, Pipe Creek, or Tarpley/Utopia/Vanderpool.
P.O. Box 967, Bandera, TX, Phone: 866-796-0660
Bluebonnet Cabin
Admire spring blooms and unwind in this romantic Texas Hill Country retreat.
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- Where are Bluebonnet Cabin and Lily Ponds Cottage located?
- Bluebonnet Cabin as well as Lily Ponds Cottage sit on Curly Q Ranch Refugee, which is a wildlife sanctuary in addition to offering nature cabin rentals.
- How many rental options are available?
- Between the two buildings, there are two rentals available.
- There is also a third offering via the Cottage at Wolf Hill.
- What are the differences between the rental options?
- Bluebonnet Cabin is a cedar lodge offering sunset views.
- Lily Ponds Cottage has a pond view and is an A-frame structure.
- The Cottage at Wolf Hill has fewer amenities but still offers a kitchen, full bath, and laundry, plus 75 acres of land.
- What amenities do the cabins and cottages offer?
- Amenities vary slightly by building but include:
- Memory foam beds for up to 5 people.
- Swings, benches, air conditioning, fireplaces, and heating.
- Fridge, stove, dishwasher, microwave, and coffeemaker.
- Gourmet cookware and clock radio with alarm clock.
- TVs with DVD players and VCRs.
- Gated entrances and docks with swings.
- Bidets, dual shower heads, irons, ironing boards, hair dryers, and/or laundry rooms.
- What amenities are available at the Cottage at Wolf Hill?
- The Cottage at Wolf Hill has fewer amenities but still offers a kitchen, full bath, and laundry, plus 75 acres of land.
- Are there any restrictions on the property?
- The property does not allow smoking, fires, or pets.
- Barbeques require approval due to the dry conditions.
- How large is the wildlife ranch, and what activities are available?
- The wildlife ranch that the cabin and cottage sit on covers 50 acres, filled with woodland trails perfect for hiking and other outdoor activities.
- You will also find convenient wildlife observation decks.
- What breakfast foods are provided?
- The cabins come stocked with complimentary breakfast foods in the fridge, including rolls, orange juice, bacon, and eggs.
1842 Track Road West, New Ulm, TX, Phone: 713-868-6238
Cabin Creek Cabins
Fish nearby waters and enjoy a relaxing family stay in wooded surroundings.
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- What type of experience do Cabin Creek Cabins offer?
- Cabin Creek Cabins provide a peaceful, quiet setting perfect for a retreat and relaxation.
- What makes the cabins unique?
- The premium cabins deliver the amenities of a hotel combined with solitude and plenty of natural surroundings.
- How many cabins are available?
- There are six cabins, each equipped with essential amenities.
- What amenities are included in all cabins?
- Large flat-screen TVs with Direct-TV.
- Kitchen areas with fridges, microwaves, and toasters.
- Linens, heating, and A/C.
- Full bathrooms with supplies.
- Living rooms and large porches.
- Outdoor cooking areas.
- What additional amenities are available in some cabins?
- Some accommodations also have full kitchens with stoves and more.
- Washer/dryers for added convenience.
- Large bedrooms with extra storage in closets and chests of drawers.
- Picnic tables, benches, outdoor swings, and fireplaces.
- Fire pits and space for as many as 12 guests.
- Consider a cabin with multiple bedrooms and baths if you want extra room.
- What is special about the newest cabin, the Lodge?
- The newest cabin is the Lodge, featuring:
- Four bedrooms and two baths.
- A walk-in shower and hot tub.
- A 1,700-square-foot deck with a swimming pool.
- Room for 17 guests.
- All the amenities of the other cabins.
- What nature experiences can guests enjoy?
- Sit on the porches while admiring the trees and watching nature, including squirrels and songbirds.
- Guests can access the outdoor cooking areas or explore one of the numerous walking trails.
- What outdoor activities are available on the property?
- Guests can:
- Hike the scenic trails.
- Use the fire pit or grill.
- Enjoy the picnic area.
- Explore the creek.
- Even swing on a grapevine.
14231 County Rd 438, Lindale, TX, Phone: 903-705-2026
Cabins in the Thicket
Disconnect from busy life and savor a peaceful nature trip.
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- Where are Cabins in the Thicket located?
- Cabins in the Thicket has cozy cabins that are tucked away within Piney Woods.
- The name of the cabins comes from the fact that they are just five minutes away from the Visitors Center for The Big Thicket.
- What makes Cabins in the Thicket a great getaway spot?
- The location makes these cabins ideal for a weekend getaway or a romantic time.
- What amenities are included in each cabin?
- Every cabin has:
- Air conditioning and heating.
- A queen-size log bed and a bunk bed.
- A stove, microwave, refrigerator, and coffee pot.
- DISHTV for entertainment.
- How many guests can stay in each cabin?
- Each cabin has room for four guests.
- What outdoor activities are available at Cabins in the Thicket?
- Enjoy the lake, which is ideal for canoeing or catch and release fishing.
- Are pets, hunting, or firearms allowed?
- The property is not pet-friendly and does not allow hunting or firearms.
- Is smoking allowed in the cabins?
- There is no smoking allowed in the cabins.
- What is the biggest nearby attraction?
- The biggest nearby attraction is the Big Thicket National Preserve.
- What activities are available at Big Thicket National Preserve?
- The Big Thicket National Preserve is perfect for:
- Auto touring, biking, backpacking, bird watching, camping, boating, fishing, horseback riding.
- Hiking, hunting, kayaking, stargazing, trapping, swimming, wildlife viewing.
- Nature walks and attending interpretative programs.
- How many trails and ecosystems are in Big Thicket National Preserve?
- There are about 40 miles of trails in the Big Thicket National Preserve as well as nine ecosystems.
- How far is Kountze from Cabins in the Thicket?
- Kountze is only ten minutes away from Cabins in the Thicket.
- There, you will find plenty of restaurants and stores.
Hawkes Ln, Kountze, TX, Phone: 832-639-6005
Catfish Cabins
Cast a line and grill your catch on a fun, cheap lakefront stay.
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- What is Catfish Cabins?
- Catfish Cabins is a set of vacation cabin rentals that give visitors a private retreat that is perfect for relaxing and unwinding.
- Where are the cabins located?
- The cabins are all elevated along the hillside to deliver amazing views.
- Many have views of the property’s private lake.
- What amenities do the cabins include?
- The cabins have modern interiors with:
- Comfortable beds.
- Private bathrooms.
- Mini-fridges and microwaves.
- TVs for entertainment.
- Private porches where you can sit with a book or snack.
- Are pets or smoking allowed?
- The property does not accept pets and rooms are non-smoking.
- How many cabins are available?
- There are only two cabins, so the property always remains nice and quiet.
- What activities can guests enjoy at Catfish Cabins?
- Guests can make the most of the private lake on the property.
- Explore the forest that separates the cabins from each other and extends outward.
- The grounds are always well-maintained for relaxation opportunities.
- What outdoor features are available?
- Sit on the covered porch and enjoy the surroundings.
- Explore one of the many walking trails.
- Relax in the chairs by the lake.
- Can guests go fishing?
- Yes! You can go fishing in the lake without a license.
- Are campfires allowed?
- At night, guests can make a fire and roast some marshmallows.
- What wildlife can guests see?
- Catfish Cabins encourages guests to bring their binoculars for spotting wildlife like:
- Birds, red foxes, and deer.
- What makes Catfish Cabins a special getaway?
- The secluded location makes you feel as if you are in a truly private getaway without any outside distractions to ruin your vacation.
455 May Dr, Onalaska, TX, Phone: 936-646-5717
Cedar Lodge
Explore the outdoors and enjoy affordable group stays near scenic sights.
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- What is Cedar Lodge?
- Cedar Lodge features log cabins along a lake that are hand-built for an authentic, rustic feel that embodies Texas Hill Country.
- Where is Cedar Lodge located?
- The property sits on Lake Buchanan.
- Who is Cedar Lodge suitable for?
- Cedar Lodge is perfect for a romantic getaway, a family gathering, a corporate retreat, or anything else.
- How many guests can the cabins accommodate?
- The cabins can sleep anywhere from four to 14 guests.
- What amenities are included in the cabins?
- All cabins have:
- AC/heating for comfort.
- A kitchenette with cooking utensils, a coffee maker, and a microwave.
- A picnic table and charcoal grill.
- A private bath, pillows, and bed linens.
- Free Wi-Fi and Dish TV for entertainment.
- What indoor recreational options are available?
- The property has a community Game Room for relaxing with foosball or ping pong.
- There are also two gathering halls for events and socializing.
- What swimming and water activities are available?
- Guests can go for a dip in the on-site pool.
- Other outdoor activities include:
- Daily boat rentals.
- Sunbathing on the sand beach.
- Fishing in the lake.
- Renting canoes, paddle boards, kayaks, and jet skis on site.
- Does Cedar Lodge offer guided lake tours?
- Yes! The Cedar Lodge offers its own scenic lake cruise tours, including:
- A two-hour sunset cruise.
- A four-hour excursion to visit waterfalls.
- What other outdoor activities are available?
- Guests can enjoy:
- Basketball.
- Washers and volleyball.
- Horseshoes and soccer.
- Ladder golf, tetherball, and corn hole.
- Can guests have campfires?
- Yes! Guests can make a campfire at night using the provided firewood.
1400 Ranch Road 261, Buchanan Dam, TX, Phone: 512-793-2820
Cherokee Village Resort
Swim, boat, or relax during an exciting summer family getaway.
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- What is Cherokee Village Resort?
- Cherokee Village Resort is a nature center and waterfront lodge at Lake Whitney.
- Where is Cherokee Village Resort located?
- It sits in shade from a protected cove that is heavily wooded.
- It gives guests easy access to Lake Whitney, which has 23,500 surface acres and 225 miles of shoreline.
- What amenities do the cottages and cabins offer?
- The cottages and cabins are newly rebuilt and perfect for relaxing.
- They feature home-style décor, air conditioning, and quality bedding.
- TVs with gaming ports and Wi-Fi are included.
- Each unit has a fully-equipped kitchen with a microwave, stove, oven, and fridge.
- How many accommodations are available?
- There are eight newly-renovated rooms close to the Pavilion.
- Three private multi-room cottages are available.
- A two-bedroom, two-bath house with a large kitchen and breezeway leading to the Pavilion.
- How many guests can each accommodation sleep?
- The cottages can sleep six or seven guests.
- The Pavilion House sleeps nine guests.
- The Village has eight units, each sleeping up to four guests.
- There are also six RV sites available.
- How does Cherokee Village Resort support wildlife?
- The resort features native vegetation in its landscaping.
- It has incorporated natural safe havens for wildlife, complete with food and watering stations.
- The terrain has been enhanced to attract birds, butterflies, and other wildlife.
- Is Cherokee Village Resort open to the public?
- The property is only available for guests, giving you plenty of privacy.
- What activities can guests enjoy at Cherokee Village Resort?
- Guests can:
- Fish in Lake Whitney.
- Enjoy wildlife watching.
- Canoe on the lake.
- Walk on nature trails.
- Play on the playground.
220 Deep Canyon Drive, Whitney, TX, Phone: 254-694-2564
Creekside Camp & Cabins
Sleep by the creek and enjoy an easy romantic escape in nature.
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- What is Creekside Camp & Cabins?
- Creekside Camp & Cabins is a relaxing location that lets you connect with nature while enjoying privacy.
- How many cabins are available?
- There are four cabins on the property.
- Is Creekside Camp & Cabins open to the public?
- No, there is no public access to the property, allowing for plenty of privacy for guests.
- What outdoor features are available at each cabin?
- Each cabin includes:
- Porches with seating.
- Outdoor patio furniture.
- BBQ grills.
- Fire pits for cozy evenings.
- What amenities are provided inside each cabin?
- Each cabin has a kitchenette or full kitchen with:
- Pots, pans, utensils, and dishes.
- High-thread-count linens for extra comfort.
- Hand soap, dish soap, linens, and toilet paper.
- Are pets allowed?
- Yes! Pets are welcome for a small fee.
- What is the Grand View House?
- The Grand View House has 3,000 square feet, five bedrooms, and 2 ½ baths.
- It also includes a library, dining room, and kitchen.
- What makes the Firehouse Cabin unique?
- The Firehouse Cabin features two outdoor seating areas, one of which is by a fire pit.
- It also has central heating and air.
- How many guests can stay in the Cedar House?
- The Cedar House sleeps 11 guests in a two-story structure.
- It is located near the tree house.
- What makes the Victorian Cottage ideal for couples?
- The Victorian Cottage is designed for couples and features a clawfoot tub.
- What features does the Mexico Cabin offer?
- The Mexico Cabin sleeps five guests.
- It includes a log bed and a vintage kitchenette.
- Are canoes available for guests?
- Yes! Guests can borrow one of the two canoes that are free to use.
- Is there anything special for kids?
- Yes! Kids will enjoy playing in the tree house, which is accessible to all guests.
222 Hatchett Hill, Marble Falls, TX, Phone: 830-693-5979
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Table of Contents:
- 1. 9E Ranch
- 2. Backroads Texas
- 3. Bluebonnet Cabin
- 4. Cabin Creek Cabins
- 5. Cabins in the Thicket
- 6. Catfish Cabins
- 7. Cedar Lodge
- 8. Cherokee Village Resort
- 9. Creekside Camp & Cabins