Close to Corpus Christi yet off the beaten track, our couple’s cabin is the perfect place to relax and unwind. Quiet and serene. That’s how people describe their experience at Gulf Breeze Alpaca (& Sheep) Ranch. The property is located on a ridge overlooking Lake Corpus Christi. The cottage includes a cute kitchenette , full bath, queen size bed, and comfortable sitting area. The large screened back porch will give you the best view of the pastures that overlook the lake.
You can stay at the ranch and easily travel to points of interest because the location is 30 miles from Corpus Christi, Alice, Beeville, George West. Best of all, the ranch is only a couple of miles from the State Park at Lake Corpus Christi.
Make the most of your stay at the ranch by scheduling a tour of the property. Be sure to stop in at the Fiber Arts Studio & Farm Store. You'll find the whole experience to be relaxing both day and night.
There is Wifi and Satellite TV but you may prefer to spend your time exploring the farm, or just sitting on your front or back deck, or on the Patio at the main building.
This is a real working farm. Morning and evening chores are a great time to get close to the animals. Connect with the owners about shadowing them during these times to learn more about the goings on at the farmers.
Guests should be comfortable around large dogs. Our Livestock Guardian Dogs have access to the entire farm 24/7. Barking is a part of their job and this can be anytime day or night. If it becomes too much of a disturbance guests should let us know ASAP so that alternative arrangements can be implemented.
There is more than just alpacas on the property. You’ll find heritage sheep and turkeys, lots of chickens and cats! There are always 2-5 Livestock Guardian Dogs on Duty 24/7. While the dogs are quite imposing, they are people friendly! Using LGDs is a humane form of predator control. They more than earn their keep by protecting all the critters living on the farm, as well as their humans.
No matter what the weather brings, the property is in the path of many migrating birds. The State Park (Lake Corpus Christi Recreational Area) is located a short drive away. It is a couple of miles as the crow flies. The Bayfront at Corpus Christi is 35 miles from the farm, with the Northwest edge of the city just 26 miles. Padre Island National Seashore is another 25 miles from the city. Other points of interest are the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge (60 miles) and Rockport (50 miles). The King Ranch is 40 miles to the south east. And San Antonio is 90 miles to the North. The farm is only 4 miles from the small town of Mathis and 12 miles from Oranage Grove, Tx. You'll find grocery stores, restaurants, gas and other shops in both. It is also about a 15 minute drive from some of the more popular wedding venues, such as Dancing Elk Lodge.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Leave linens on the bed
Toss used towels in the showe
Do not lock door—Leave key on table.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
LATE CHECK OUTS:
Late check out fee of $50 will apply for unauthorized late checkout. Check out time is 12:00 noon.
No professional photography—contact owner to arrange for private photo shoots
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Property # 1646238vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Ask about using the gazebo for social gatherings
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Mathis
Located in Mathis, this cottage is on a lake. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Lake City Civic Center, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Corpus Christi State Park and Lipantitlan State Historic Site.
Lake Corpus Christi State Park - 8 min drive - 4.5 km
Richard M. Borchard Regional Fairgrounds - 31 min drive - 59.6 km
Getting around
Alice, TX (ALI) - 49 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 10 min drive
McDonald's - 10 min drive
Smolik's Smokehouse - 10 min drive
Taqueria El Puerto Mazatlan - 10 min drive
Subway - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Couple’s cute cottage retreat (Cabin #1) pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Couple’s cute cottage retreat (Cabin #1)?
As of 18 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Couple’s cute cottage retreat (Cabin #1) on 5 July 2026 start from AU$109, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Couple’s cute cottage retreat (Cabin #1)?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Couple’s cute cottage retreat (Cabin #1)?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Couple’s cute cottage retreat (Cabin #1)?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Couple’s cute cottage retreat (Cabin #1) located?
Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Lake Corpus Christi, Paiz Park and Lake Corpus Christi State Park. Lake City Civic Center is 6.2 mi (10 km) away.
Reviews
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Our second visit to this property. The little cottage was great! Comfy bed, A/C works great, and clean. The sweet animals are an added bonus. We will stay again!
The ca in was spotless!! Lynn and Andrew were so friendly. We were able to tag along at feeding time to meet the animals!! This was the perfect lttle getaway between festivities!!
Beautiful location very quiet and well maintained. I on a real farm and is so much fun to be in the middle of while very calm and quiet at the same time. Very well furnished and clean. More than 5 stars 🌟 ✨️✨️✨️
This place is special for those of us who enjoy peace and quiet. The farm animals were our pleasant neighbors. Everything in the house was very clean. I hope to return soon. Highly recommended.
This is our 2nd time staying here and it's my first place to check for availability. It's reasonably priced compared to other places and you can't get the peacefulness and tranquility this place has. We love it and will be back again. Thank you Lynn and Mark!!
We really enjoyed our stay, and the cabin was perfect! The alpacas were adorable, and so were the other animals including a handsome turkey, chickens, cats, sheep and the extremely sweet guard dogs. Lynn and her son made sure we could be there for feeding times. Great tour of the fiber workshop, too. Bought a handmade alpaca scarf and a lovely felted soap, too.
This was a great place, fun with animals. So if don't like animals - I would not suggest. Overall great experience - mattress in Cabin 1 not too comfortable and the air conditioning needs an upgrade. The manager of property super nice. It was a fun trip.
This place is amazing. First thing no pets allowed other than what’s on the property, this place has been here for 18 years and me and my family didn’t know and it’s perfect. I highly recommended for all your future stays in Mathis Texas. The host and his and her son are amazing very polite, very sweet, and they gave us a little miniature! The best!
We really enjoyed our stay here. I enjoyed the fact it was near the lake so peaceful. I mostly enjoyed learning about the ranch and shopping in the store. You can also order online so many items to chose from. Handmade items i might add. To see all the work that went into the making of these items i purchased was amazing. I always support the small businesses and I would definitely recommend the products sold from this ramch. We would definitely recommend this spot for a quiet get away for two. The property has some turkeys, chickens, and alpacas not much noise from the animals except the turkeys which I enjoyed hearing every morning.
Deirdre R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Debbie C.
7 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
family reunion
Overall we had a good stay. Lyn is very nice and accommodating . Children staying here would love all the animals ! Not the place for you if you don’t like big dogs.
Disappointed it was not lake side as advertised .
There is something so peaceful about watching the animals and not having to hear cars, alarms or even other people. The cabins are nicely kept and clean. Lynn provides everything you need and is very responsive. Thank you for sharing your cabin with us!
I saw this sign in the cabin that we stayed at. It's beau and cozy! Perfect for me and my husband. We enjoyed the time with the animals and the peace and quiet in the ranch. Definitely recommend this to anyone considering it. We had a nice shot of Corpus' new year fireworks too! Blessings to you, Lyn and family!
- Daren & Thea
From check in to check out, this was an extremely easy stay. The property is gorgeous, all the animals are friendly, the cottage cozy and wonderful hosts. I highly recommend and will stay again!
Quiet peaceful rural ranch cabins. Good WiFi and TV. The owners are right there and incredibly friendly and helpful. Coffee and breakfast items were in the cabin. This is a very clean property.
Great place and great folks! Very Clean cottage with plenty of amenities. Enjoyed watching all the critters...especially the alpacas. Lyn is very accommodating and will give a tour of the ranch. We plan to bring the grandkids for a tour...they will be so excited to see all the animals! Check out the alpaca wares in their store! We had a wonderful, restful weekend! Looking forward to another get-a-way.
Was a wonderful place to relax, enjoyed nature. Awesome back patio had coffee and wine while enjoying the view. Mrs.Lyn provided us with a nice tour of her farm and her awesome animals. She was gracious to give us warning of a storm and advised us to stay longer to be on the safe side. She is awesome and caring not to mentioned the cabin was very cozy and super clean!!
Great place to stay if you’re in the Mathis area. It’s quiet, relaxing, and charming. Communication with Lyn was very easy, as was the check-in/check-out process. We had a lovely time and would stay here again.
What not to love!!!! From the cabin, to the picnic area, the animals and the WONDERFUL host, it was a very relaxing get away!!! So much to see and to learn and at a wonderful price!! I never want to stay at a hotel again. Check it out, you won't be disappointed!!! We plan on returning!!!
Cynthia H.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
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