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Rancho El Charco Resort - Private Pool, Wildlife & Lake Retreat

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Miscellaneous
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen
AU$681
avg per night

Explore the area

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La Joya, TX
  • Place, Saenz Medical Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, McAllen Convention Center
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, La Plaza Mall
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, McAllen, TX (MFE-Miller Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Chief Joseph Suite

1 Queen Bed

Longhorn Suite

1 Queen Bed

Master Suite

2 Queen Beds

Vaquero Suite

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Chief Joseph

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

Hall Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Longhorn Suite

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

Master Suite

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

Vaquero Suite

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

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
The current price is AU$681
avg per night

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About the area

La Joya

La Joya is home to this lodge. Shary Municipal Golf Course and Cinemark Tinseltown USA Mission are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park and National Butterfly Center. McAllen Performing Arts Center and Cooper Center for Performing Arts are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • Saenz Medical Center - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • McAllen Convention Center - 19 min drive - 27.8 km
  • La Plaza Mall - 19 min drive - 30.4 km
  • 17th Street Entertainment District - 19 min drive - 30.4 km
  • Bert Ogden Arena - 26 min drive - 44.4 km

Getting around

  • McAllen, TX (MFE-Miller Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Peter Piper Pizza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Denny's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Rancho El Charco Resort - Private Pool, Wildlife & Lake Retreat

Escape to Rancho El Charco, where all outdoor amenities are free with your stay! This 4-bed, 4.5-bath wildlife ranch in La Joya, TX offers the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation on Walker Lake. Fish, kayak, or cool off in the cenote pool before enjoying a Texas-style cookout on the outdoor grill. Want more excitement? Explore the ranch on included horseback rides along palm-lined trails while spotting whitetail deer and local wildlife. Whether you're seeking a family retreat or a nature escape, this stunning ranch has it all. Book now before dates fill up!

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Give us a call so we can help you with your luggage
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Only the number of registered guests are authorized to enter the property.
No loud noise of any kind, this is a peaceful wildlife retreat.
No unauthorized events

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Does Rancho El Charco Resort - Private Pool, Wildlife & Lake Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Rancho El Charco Resort - Private Pool, Wildlife & Lake Retreat?

As of 30 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rancho El Charco Resort - Private Pool, Wildlife & Lake Retreat on 5 Apr 2026 start from AU$681, 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.

Is Rancho El Charco Resort - Private Pool, Wildlife & Lake Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Rancho El Charco Resort - Private Pool, Wildlife & Lake Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rancho El Charco Resort - Private Pool, Wildlife & Lake Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rancho El Charco Resort - Private Pool, Wildlife & Lake Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rancho El Charco Resort - Private Pool, Wildlife & Lake Retreat located?

Situated in La Joya, this lodge is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Saenz Medical Center and within 9 miles (15 km) of Los Ebanos Ferry and Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park. World Birding Center and Mission Historical Museum are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Rancho El Charco Resort - Private Pool, Wildlife & Lake Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juana G.

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

magical

we were extremely comfortable and really enjoyed the sitting area by the lake,the cenote was quite a joy,cooling and conversation flowed ,would recommend to nature lovers ,wish we had booked for longer stay ,thank you for welcoming us and keeping in contact ,will be returning again thank you,juana guzman and family
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johanna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Fabulous! Our stay was wonderful from beginning to end. Owners and staff were all very easy to reach and extremely friendly & helpful. We enjoyed their guided tour of the property on horseback. The Kayaking was fun for kids, as well as adults. We barbecued on large pit, while relaxing in the cenote. The sitting area by the lake was perfect for our smores. We loved being surrounded by wildlife. Its not every day that you get greeted by a longhorn, a horse and a piglet when you walk out your front door :) The interior of the home was also very inviting, clean and comfortable. Very spacious areas. The view of the lake through the floor to ceiling windows in living room is stunning. Every bedroom had the same gorgeous view right from our bed. We were several families staying together, so private bathroom in each bedroom was perfect! We are already trying to figure out how soon we can all get together to come back! Thank you for being so welcoming and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025