Hill Country Ranch With Pool & Pickleball, Close to Wineries, Dog Friendly

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A modern living room with a wooden bench, a sofa, and a large window overlooking a backyard.
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A room with a large window, a cactus, a chair, and a wooden wall.
A modern interior with a sectional sofa, a wooden table, and blue bar stools.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy a spacious layout that gives everyone more room to relax.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

Popular amenities

  • Porch or veranda
  • Private pool
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue
  • Toys

Explore the area

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Johnson City, TX
  • Place, William Chris Vineyards
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Lyndon B. Johnson State Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Garrison Brothers Distillery
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Cowgirl Room

1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Optional Bunkhouse

4 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Single Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Sunroom Day Bed

1 Single Bed

Upstairs Cozy Cabin Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bunkhouse Bathhouse

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Farmhouse bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Outdoor shower

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo

Upstairs bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
Price is avg per night

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Frequently asked questions

Does Hill Country Ranch With Pool & Pickleball, Close to Wineries, Dog Friendly have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Hill Country Ranch With Pool & Pickleball, Close to Wineries, Dog Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, Hill Country Ranch With Pool & Pickleball, Close to Wineries, Dog Friendly allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Hill Country Ranch With Pool & Pickleball, Close to Wineries, Dog Friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hill Country Ranch With Pool & Pickleball, Close to Wineries, Dog Friendly?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hill Country Ranch With Pool & Pickleball, Close to Wineries, Dog Friendly?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Hill Country Ranch With Pool & Pickleball, Close to Wineries, Dog Friendly located?

Situated in a rural location, this farm stay is within 6 miles (10 km) of William Chris Vineyards, Lyndon B. Johnson State Park and Bingham Family Vineyards Fredericksburg. Garrison Brothers Distillery and Kuhlman Cellars are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Hill Country Ranch With Pool & Pickleball, Close to Wineries, Dog Friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 102 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a great spot to relax and unplug. We were only two, so we didn't use all of the facilities. It would be a great place to take kiddos. All in all, was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was very easy and loved that the kitchen had alot of the neccessay condiments and spices etc. It was just like being at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great place!

I've enjoyed this property several times, and it continues to impress. The recent improvements show the care that goes into making it a wonderful vacation destination.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wedding weekend

We had a wonderful time at a beautiful property!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fourth stay here, still love it

We thoroughly enjoyed our fourth weekend at Rancho de Vida. It's obvious that the owners have looked for ways to improve the property over the years, and the experience is still a great one.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Johnson City VRBO

Our family enjoyed our time together sitting outside having dinner, swimming, taking walks and playing pickleball. The farm house is cozy and we enjoyed the bunkhouse to relax and watch movies. Many great memories made and we would definitely go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Camp Aries

A group of 15 of us came out to celebrate birthdays at the ranch. This property was EVERY thing we could have asked for! We had an absolute best time here, our host Mary was very easy to communicate with and provided all the details ahead of time so check in was very easy. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Birthday Retreat

My family rented this beautiful Texas Hill Country property for my mom's 70th birthday celebration. It was wonderful. We enjoyed our time on the property, swimming, hiking and sitting under the large oak trees. Will definitely rent again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Guys trip 2025!

Our group of 15 guys had an amazing time at this house. Everything was accommodating several different areas for several different conversations. Sitting by the fire pit drinking beer and having good times! Already planning our next visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot for a family getaway

Rancho de Vida is a beautiful house in the Texas Hill Country, far enough off the beaten path to see a sky full of stars, but situated between Johnson City and Fredericksburg so there are plenty of options for food, wineries and shopping. Mary Pat was a perfect hostess, with great communication, easy check in, and a well-kept slice of heaven. If you are looking for a comfortable spot to get away with family or friends, Rancho de Vida is the perfect place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exactly what we were looking for!

We chose Rancho de Vida because to celebrate her birthday with our closest family and friends! It was exactly what we were looking for and beyond amazing! Ms Mueller was so nice and friendly, wonderful to work with. Close enough to both Johnson City and Fredericksburg. We look so forward to returning one day!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

We <3 The Farm!

We have been to Rancho de Vida twice now (my girls call it the farm) and we LOVE it. Peaceful, quiet and completely charming. The pool is perfect for hot summer days and the kids love the bunk house for their board games and late nights. We plan on going back this spring. Wonderful place for large families.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A wonderful place to rest

We were 3 families and we spent a wonderful time in the Ranch. it was very hot and the pool was welcome The bunker bedroom was perfect also for teens. we will come back with pleasure. there is everything you need to spend a wonderful time. thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was PHENOMENAL. Every year my friends and I (about 13 of us) get together during Memorial or Labor Day weekend to just spend some time together. My dog also joins. We've been doing this for about 5 years and Mary Pat's property was hands-down the best place we've ever stayed at. The pool is incredible and faces west so you can just watch the sunset from its waters OR you can hike up a quick path to a hill with deck chairs and a gazebo and watch it from there. We then stayed and watched the stars come out. Some friends actually woke up and caught the sunrise from there as well. The main house is SO cute and rustic but with modern appliances that made cooking for 13 people a breeze. Plus, there was an assortment of pots and pans which were useful even though I brought my own. FINALLY THE BUNK HOUSE, THE BARRACKS!!! There is a world where this was where everyone that isn't a couple has to stay on rickety bunk beds but NOT AT MARY PAT'S!! This place was LUXE. The bunks were really sturdy and well built with plenty of space between the lower and the upper bunks. Plus! The media room and sectional couch meant that the bunk house was where we spent our time if we weren't in the pool. We watched some shows, played mario kart, and did karaoke. This place was perfect for all of us and my dog, who had a great time roaming around the gated property and lounging underneath the oak tree in the shade by the pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family get together.

Wow what a great place in the Hill Country! The farm house was incredible and full of interesting items. The bunk house was a great place to hang with the grandkids! Everything was as described and we had a blast! The icing on the cake was Waylon and Willie. The friendly longhorns that came to visit each day. So many great memories were made! Thanks for hosting us.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Hill Country Ranch

This property gave us everything we needed for a relaxing weekend among friends. The pool is larger than it looks and was a perfect temperature in the late afternoon for a swim after a day of visiting wineries. The kitchen is well appointed, so if you like to cook then you are all set. There are no showers in the main house, but we enjoyed the bunkhouse showers and walking back to the main house just fine. Stunning views, great location, really good WiFi and a great host. We would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Girls Getaway

There was 16 women that stayed at this property. There was plenty of sleeping space and we loved the common areas for gathering. The pool was so nice and very refreshing during the heat of the day. We loved the alpacas, longhorns and many deer that we saw during our stay. It was definitely in the country where we would not have to worry about being loud or distrurbing our neighbors, but also an easy drive to Fredericksburg and Luckenbach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Family get a way

We stayed during the latter part of December 2018. We really enjoyed our stay although the weather was really cold. The house is very cozy and bunk house has the best showers. The kitchen is equipped well for a large group to cook. Plenty of linen for large groups. We will be back again during warmer months to enjoy the outdoor activities. The owner was very accommodating. The views are breath taking during dawn and dusk. Loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Texas Hill Country Retreat

We spent Christmas 2018 here with family and friends and had such a memorable trip! It was just what we were hoping it would be with outdoor fires in the pit at night, hilltop sunset happy hours, outdoor games, beautiful views, and peace & quiet with just the occasional sound of the windmill and area cows. We loved feeding the longhorns, saying hello to the Llamas, and watching deer grazing in the pastures. All this plus a day visiting some fantastic vineyards in the area that left us wanting more. We look forward to visiting again and appreciate all that Mary Pat did to make our stay more enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome Memorial Weekend Stay!

We had an absolute wonderful time! Our grandkids loved the pool, all the swings and seeing the Longhorns and Llama's! The grounds are a beautiful place. The kitchen is big enough to fix any meals and we enjoyed sitting at the outside table for our meals. We went up the hill to see the views and loved the seating area there. We had a minor issue when we checked in, I called Mary Pat and it was fixed quickly. She was very accommodating and made sure our stay was perfect. The pool is so clean and we really enjoyed it. It was a great relaxing weekend and we will book another stay! We took a walk down to the creek and loved it too!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

McQuitty wedding

We stayed here with family and friends for our wedding weekend. We were supposed to get married in April but COVID postponed that. Rancho de Vida turned out to be the perfect spot for our more intimate wedding day. Thank you Mary Pat for hosting it. We loved every minute and couldn't have asked for a more magical spot to say I do! Beth and Greg McQuitty
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication

Ranch getaway

Decent property. Didnt have access to all of the beds we saw in the pictures. My guests were unhappy with the upstairs accommodations. Spider webs, rat droppings, wasps. And stains on the sheets. Definitely wont be going back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exceeds expectations

We reserved this vacation property for a get together of old college friends. There were 7 adults and 3 children ages 18 months to 3 years. It was perfect for us and exceeded expectations. We were able to have family time in the ranch house in the mornings and evenings around meals, explore the surrounding area during the day, sit around a fire at night, and once it got late, the guys were able to retreat to the bunkhouse for poker. This property is a very old, but beautifully renovated ranch house on a secluded property with an optional bunk house. Would be great as a small/med wedding venue or similar event.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Happy 4th at Rancho De Vida!

We had a great time at Rancho De Vida! My wife and I celebrated the 4th with my old college roommates and their families. Location was perfect due to everyone living all across Texas now. The farm house was very clean and slept all 9 of us comfortably. The pool was awesome! Lots of shade trees to get out of the heat as well in the afternoons. This was my first time renting off VRBO, and my only complaint would be that I wish they included all “fees” in the avg daily rate to better figure the cost before getting hooked on a property! All in all great time and would love to go back! Thank you for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Loved the peace and quiet

Our group of 13 loved this place. Plenty of room for everyone. Stocked with lots of towels and spices, which is very helpful! Really appreciated that there was no wi-fi! The kids played and played and never missed being online. The two longhorns were very friendly and fun to feed. The alpacas were entertaining, too! The creek was dry.m due to the drought, would have loved to have had water to play and fish in. The pool was great. It was 102 outside bit felt good under the old oak. A great place with lots of room to run and relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

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