Skip to main content
Entire home

Lakefront Guest Ranch Retreat w/Kayaks/Fishing/Pools/RecCourt/FarmAnimals

Lakefront holiday home with water park and outdoor pool

Photo gallery for Lakefront Guest Ranch Retreat w/Kayaks/Fishing/Pools/RecCourt/FarmAnimals

Outdoor pool - Lakefront Guest Ranch Retreat w/Kayaks/Fishing/Pools/RecCourt/FarmAnimals (Aquilla)
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Lakefront Guest Ranch Retreat w/Kayaks/Fishing/Pools/RecCourt/FarmAnimals (Aquilla)
Property grounds - Lakefront Guest Ranch Retreat w/Kayaks/Fishing/Pools/RecCourt/FarmAnimals (Aquilla)
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Lakefront Guest Ranch Retreat w/Kayaks/Fishing/Pools/RecCourt/FarmAnimals (Aquilla)
Interior - Lakefront Guest Ranch Retreat w/Kayaks/Fishing/Pools/RecCourt/FarmAnimals (Aquilla)
Escape to The Lakehouse, a picturesque 200-acre resort ranch with 15 bedrooms and expansive living spaces. Unwind by the campfire or on the two-story boat dock overlooking the artisan spring-fed lake, where you can fish for trophy bass and kayak through serene waters.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

16 bedrooms13 bathroomsSleeps 75697 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly

Add dates for prices

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lakefront Guest Ranch Retreat w/Kayaks/Fishing/Pools/RecCourt/FarmAnimals

Remodeled Private Lakehouse- 15 bedrooms/12.5 baths, 2 full kitchens, coffee bar & 2 dining/living areas, artisian springs fed creeks & 25 acre lake w/2 story boat dock & fishing pier. The Perfect home for your family gathering or retreat. Conveniently located 15 minutes from Waco, The Lakehouse is a jewel for those looking to spend quality time team building time or enjoying friends & family. Relaxing outdoors, fishing, kayaking or sitting by the campfire telling stories, you won’t be disappointed. If you are looking for a unique spot for a most memorable occasion. With our picturesque 1000 acre Resort Ranch, you won’t find anything quite so wonderful anywhere in Texas! There are huge pecan, oak, cottonwood & cypress trees that enhance the beautiful creeks, ponds & lakes scattered around the property. Words can't quite describe this Oasis.

Early settlers established a Gristmill onsite because of its many natural Artesian spring fed waterfalls that now naturally cascade into breathtaking creeks along the Cypress lined waterways that are filled with fish. The ideal location for any large gathering of friends, family or businesses looking for a gorgeous hideaway that can offer such a wide variety of activities for everyone to enjoy. The spring fed lake is famous locally for trophy Bass as well as a plethora of perch, crappie and catfish. Activities include a full basketball/tennis court, sand volleyball court, nature trails at every turn and farm animals; donkeys, ponies, goats, pigs, longhorns, highlanders, chickens and ducks. There is also an abundance of deer, turkey, water fowl, raccoons, squirrels and every other natural species of animal that you would expect to see in its natural habitat. The backdrop of this place is so beautiful its truly hard to capture in pictures.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Fenced private pool
  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 16 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 12.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • In-room accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Outdoor pickleball court
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 7,500 square feet

Similar properties

Outdoor pool
Ranch House Farm Stay w/Fishing/RecCourt/Pools/Kayaks/FarmAnimals
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, 20 reviews
Ranch House Farm Stay w/Fishing/RecCourt/Pools/Kayaks/FarmAnimals

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Bagging all trash and place in the outside receptacles Leave used beds unmade Gather towels & place in bathrooms
Start Dishwasher Notify Zane when departing
*You may leave any leftovers, snacks or condiments and we will share those items with the animals
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

All events must be pre-approved and require booking the entire property. Capacity is limited to 250 guests. Message us for custom pricing and details.
Photo of driver's license required. Fishing is catch-and-release ONLY! All fish must be returned to the water right away. +Fee for Cafe/Conference Ctr
NO BOATING WITHOUT LIFE JACKETS. NO PARKING ON GRASS. HUNTING NOT ALLOWED. Motorized boats are not allowed. Please don't turn the AC below 70 degrees.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
5 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: $100/pet/stay. Not allowed on beds or furniture.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children must be always be accompanied by an adult

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Events need approval - contact host for pricing

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: Events need approval - contact host for pricing
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

House
Spring Lakes Ranch Lakehouse

About the area

Map
Aquilla, TX

What's nearby

  • Playdium Pool - 16 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Homestead Heritage - 19 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Lake Whitney - 21 min drive - 27.1 km
  • Baylor University - 28 min drive - 38.6 km
  • Magnolia Market at the Silos - 30 min drive - 40.5 km

Getting around

  • Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tokio Store - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪The Retreat Clubhouse - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Daddios Grill at Tokio - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪PJS BAR AND GRILL - ‬46 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Equipment Service Company - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Lakefront Guest Ranch Retreat w/Kayaks/Fishing/Pools/RecCourt/FarmAnimals have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Lakefront Guest Ranch Retreat w/Kayaks/Fishing/Pools/RecCourt/FarmAnimals pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 5 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Lakefront Guest Ranch Retreat w/Kayaks/Fishing/Pools/RecCourt/FarmAnimals?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Guest Ranch Retreat w/Kayaks/Fishing/Pools/RecCourt/FarmAnimals?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Guest Ranch Retreat w/Kayaks/Fishing/Pools/RecCourt/FarmAnimals?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Guest Ranch Retreat w/Kayaks/Fishing/Pools/RecCourt/FarmAnimals located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from Playdium Pool and 11.7 mi (18.8 km) from Homestead Heritage. Cameron Park Zoo and Lake Whitney are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Reviews

Lakefront Guest Ranch Retreat w/Kayaks/Fishing/Pools/RecCourt/FarmAnimals Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.2

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Venkata Sai Nikhil M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome place

Very good place to stay and enjoy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jania S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Experience!

The property was gorgeous! The house was beautiful and had everything we needed! The best part was most definitely the farm animals! I do wish the chlorine pool were accessible, but the Spring Water pool was great!!! We will for sure be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hank H., San Francisco, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Gathering

Wonderful property for extended family gathering!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ronda K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Place!!

This is a great property that has something for everyone! The fishing is great! The kayaks were a lot of fun and The spring is very refreshing! The essentials were all provided!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Must stay for large groups

We hosted our office summer retreat here and every detail was perfect. The house fit our group of 35 comfortably under one roof. We enjoyed kayaking, exploring the nature trails and beating the heat at the spring fed pool. Zane and Kristi were so accommodating and were just a text away if we needed anything. Everyone had a wonderful time away from the city and we can’t wait to rebook next year! Can’t recommend enough!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Property!

This property is beautiful and has something for everyone. We really enjoyed our stay here as it was perfect for our Executive Offsite meeting.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Working with Kristi was awesome. Quick. professional replies to all of my questions. Very nice.

I wasn't able to attend, but our team really loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Misty W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Property

The pictures just don't do this property justice! We rented the house for a work retreat/training and everyone was blown away. The rooms are all spread out with individual locks on each room for privacy. So much to do that everyone didn't want to leave. From feeding the baby goats, petting the miniature horses to taking the small boat out for fishing everyone had a great time. Zane the owner was very helpful and accommodating!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joretta B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Stay

Great
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rafael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Labor day weekend

Our group had a fantastic time staying at this ranch. Wide open spaces, tons of activities, and modern amenities. Would recommend for any large group. Owner was very nice and helpful in showing us around and making sure we had everything we needed. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Libby Z.

Always THE best!!

Kristi is amazing, and her ranch is one of the best places on earth! We love you Kristi and love regularly staying at your beautiful estate!!!
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chad H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family trip

This place was amazing! The kids had so much fun swimming, kayaking, fishing and exploring! We had 35 people there and it still had room for way more. The property manager was awesome and great people to talk with. One of the best features is privacy. You are not right on top of other people and you can really enjoy spending family time with everyone. The house was perfect and very comfortable. I would recommend this ranch to everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Libby Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The most AMAZING ranch, EVER!!!

This 200 acre ranch was the most AMAZING, beautiful, and well-kept home + ever. It was incredible to say the very least. Kristi and Zane were such gracious and informative hosts, making sure we had the best time and memories. We cannot WAIT to visit again! Thank you so much Kristi!!!
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Macy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best family reunion ever!

This place really does have it all! The newly remodeled inn was perfect for our entire family. It had more bedrooms than I could count, and everyone had their own private bathrooms. This place was secluded on 200 acres & was perfect for every age group in our family. We had some who went fishing, others went exploring and swam in the natural spring- fed pool, while others played with and fed the sweet farm animals. None of us were bored to say the least. This place gave us a much needed retreat from the city life. We will definitely be returning for another getaway. I can honestly say this is the most beautiful & magical place I’ve ever seen. Pictures just don’t do it justice!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zoe C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024