Pool, pickleball, gathering spaces in the wine country

Farm stay in Johnson City with fitness centre and outdoor pool

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Relax and refresh at Rancho de Vida!
1906 farmhouse with bunkhouse to the left
The glass-enclosed Solarium overlooks the pool w/ bar, mini fridge & TV.
Solarium, second living area. Bunkhouse is accessed here as is the bathhouse.
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
AU$1,075
avg per night

Explore the area

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  • Place, William Chris Vineyards
  • Place, Lyndon B. Johnson State Park
  • Place, Garrison Brothers Distillery

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Cowgirl Room

1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Cozy Cabin Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Optional Bunkhouse

+5
9 Single Bunk Beds

Queen

1 Queen Bed

Sunroom Day Bed

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bunkhouse Bathhouse

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

Farmhouse bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · 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
The current price is AU$1,075
avg per night

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About the area

Johnson City

Located in Johnson City, this farm stay is in a rural area. Texas Vintage Motorcycle Museum and Lyndon B. Johnson Boyhood Home are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at William Chris Vineyards and Bingham Family Vineyards Fredericksburg. Texas Hill Country Wineries and Exotic Resort Zoo are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • William Chris Vineyards - 12 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Lyndon B. Johnson State Park - 12 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Garrison Brothers Distillery - 14 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park - 16 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Grape Creek Vineyards - 22 min drive - 30.3 km

Getting around

  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪William Chris Vineyards - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Albert Ice House - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪290 Wine Castle - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Old 290 Brewery & Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Garrison Brothers Distillery - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Pool, pickleball, gathering spaces in the wine country

Whether you are craving an escape from the city and reconnecting with nature or a great place to explore all the Texas Hill Country has to offer, you'll find it here at Rancho de Vida. The relaxing starts when you turn your car into the gate. This 1906 farmhouse has been lovingly restored and burnished into a wonderful gathering place for friends & family. It's the Texas Hill Country meets Marfa in the shadow of a 400-year-old oak in the backyard.

Dine under the canopy of the lighted oak, enjoy a campfire and gaze at the stars. Hike the property's bluffs and creek beds, float in the limestone bottom seasonal creek, take in the sunshine from the hammock and tree swing. There's a brand new 30-foot round (up to 5.5 ft deep) "stock tank" swimming pool with, to cool off in with a deck, chaise lounges, bench seating and a pool "beach" for tanning and wee ones. Play pickleball in our Quonset hut that with lights to extend the day's fun (net, balls and paddles are all here).

Rancho de Vida has a beautiful hilltop area with an arbor and lots of seating. Take in the views across the valley and toast each sunset. There's a stage for kids to do skits or hone their chops for the big time and a dance floor for boot scootin' to music under trees lit up with patio lights. Roast marshmallows and tell tall tales around the rock fire pit.

Keep your whole family together on your getaway...we love dogs, and dogs love us. Well-behaved, house-broken dogs are welcome. We charge $25 per night, per dog. Just let us know in advance.

Rancho de Vida has been the site of many weddings. If you are interested, please find our Rancho de Vida website with more info. (We cannot book weddings through VRBO). We charge an event fee for weddings and gatherings with additional guests.

Rancho de Vida is located right in the middle of the New Napa---at least fifty wineries are in a 20-minute drive. Historic Fredericksburg is a short drive, as is Luckenbach if you want to do some boot scootin'. Two state parks, both with water for swimming, and the LBJ National Park and the Western White House are within 15 minutes. Explore the parklike setting of bluffs and creek beds on our 68-acres and bike the quiet backroads that surround the property.

Main house: 1st-floor has a kitchen-dining room area, reading nook, sunroom, living room, master bedroom and bath. Second floor has two bedrooms and a half bath. One bedroom has one full-size bed and one queen bed, and the second bedroom has one queen bed .

Across the yard is the bunkhouse area. It has an expansive glassed-in living room with a large, comfy sectional couch, big screen TV and bar area. Watch your favorite team together while taking in the agave garden and pool area.

Need more room? A fun, air-conditioned and heated bunkhouse is an optional add-on & sleeps 9 more guests. A large bathhouse is adjacent to the bunkhouse for all guests to use and has two walk-in showers, two toilets, two sinks, and plenty of room for getting ready for a hill country night out.

Ranch location & local attractions: Austin- 1 hour away
San Antonio-1 hour away
Johnson City--10 minutes
Luckenbach-15 minutes
Marble Falls -boating & golf-- 20 minutes
Enchanted Rock & Pedernales State Park-hiking 15 to 20 minutes
Fredericksburg festivals & shopping--20 minutes
Texas Hill Country Wine Trail---10 minutes
LBJ National Historical Park--10 minutes

There are now 70-plus wineries within 20 minutes of Rancho de Vida. Let us assist you in scheduling your wine country tour---limo services are available for you and your group.

The new Hill Country Science Mill is a great outing for kids and students of all ages. In an old, converted mill in Johnson City, the Hill Country Science Mill is a family destination offering a fun, interactive learning environment for all ages. Through cutting-edge technology-based exhibits, games, and programs, the Science Mill expands students' understanding and appreciation of science in their everyday lives. By igniting their curiosity and inspiring them to pursue post-secondary education, the Science Mill experience starts students on the path to a life-long career in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM).

Amenities

Pool
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym
Parking available

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
Extra fees for weddings & events. Contact owner.
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Pets

Pets allowed
$25 per night, per dog. No cats or other pets.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed only outside

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 are allowed on site
Note from host: Extra fees for weddings & events. Contact owner.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Pool, pickleball, gathering spaces in the wine country have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Pool, pickleball, gathering spaces in the wine country pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pool, pickleball, gathering spaces in the wine country?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pool, pickleball, gathering spaces in the wine country?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pool, pickleball, gathering spaces in the wine country?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Pool, pickleball, gathering spaces in the wine country 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).