Rustic Retreat on a Ranch with Wildlife Viewing near Lake Tawakoni, Texas

This rustic retreat is located on a beautiful ranch that sits near the edge of Lake Tawakoni and is home to native wildlife often spotted roaming and feeding nearby. The accommodation is in Quinlan, Texas, just under an hour's drive from Plano. The room is within the main lodge and can accommodate four guests. There is a king-size bed for two and a bunk bed outfitted with comfy linens that can accommodate two additional guests.



This room has its own full bathroom and a balcony that looks out onto the lake waterfront. Other amenities include an iron and ironing board, thermostat, and Wi-Fi.



Outside, there is a front deck on the side of the lodge with seating, a covered patio with a barbeque grill, and a grand outdoor covered patio in the front with plenty of outdoor seating to gather around the firepit in the evening. Firewood is provided. The 550-acre ranch rests on a peninsula with seven miles of shoreline. Guests can enjoy activities in the spacious backyard and keep an eye out for wildlife, including native whitetail deer, Texas Longhorn cattle, and blackbuck antelope. Zebra, ostrich, and emu may also be spotted at the ranch.



There are a total of seven rooms and one apartment hosting beautiful accommodations with waterfront views from the ranch. The spacious outdoor area offers glampers an enormous backyard to play games, a covered patio with a barbeque grill, and an outdoor fire pit with all the firewood needed to spend an evening making s’mores and stargazing in the clear night skies. The hosts give guests as much privacy as desired and are willing to assist with anything requests or activity planning. There is an event center that is perfect for weddings and parties. The 5,000 square-foot event center has a full kitchen, lighted backyard, and outdoor ceremony area with a stunning lake view backdrop.



Other amenities include WiFi, full bathrooms and a balcony or patio in every room, a fireplace in the main living room, and fresh eggs.