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The Hi-way Ranch Lockhart

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A house with a dock extending into a lake, surrounded by trees.
A living room with a leather sofa, wooden coffee table, and a ceiling fan.
A living room with a flat-screen TV on a wooden stand, a vase with dried plants, and two wicker baskets under the stand.
A wooden deck with picnic tables and a barbecue grill, overlooking a lake with trees and a building with a red door.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stove, a sink, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Lockhart, TX
  • Place, Caldwell County Courthouse
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Gaslight Baker Theatre
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Dr. Eugene Clark Library
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunk room

3 Single Beds and 1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Queen room

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bunk room bath

Toilet · Shower only

Hallway

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

The Hi-way Ranch Lockhart

40 acres conveniently located just 4 miles north of Lockhart Texas and only 25mins south of Austin. This farmhouse has the best layout and spacious dock on a small pond. Get the country feeling while staying 5 mins from the BBQ Capitol of Texas. This home has a dock, it is possible to fall into the water, please be aware before booking. No infants please. Great for sunsets, bbqing, and coffee on the porch. Please note, this my family getaway home, it is not a party house.

The space

Guest are welcome to all of our 34 acres, with access to 22 acres of heavy woods, when arranged. We ask that you do not use motorized vehicles or toys off the gravel road. It is great for fishing with BARBLESS hooks. Fully stocked with bass, perch, and catfish.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Need to confirm pet is allowed, please contact me
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
It is allowed outside, promise to clean afterwards

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7814317
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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Lockhart

Located in Lockhart, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. McKinney Falls State Park and San Marcos River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Meadows Center for Water and the Environment and Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Circuit of the Americas or Bobcat Stadium. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and hunting nearby.
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Lockhart, TX

What's nearby

  • Caldwell County Museum - 6 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Caldwell County Courthouse - 6 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Gaslight Baker Theatre - 6 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Dr. Eugene Clark Library - 6 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Lockhart State Park - 10 min drive - 14.2 km

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 28 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Terry Black’s Barbecue - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wendy’s - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tiger Tote - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Black's Barbecue Lockhart - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Hi-way Ranch Lockhart pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The Hi-way Ranch Lockhart?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Hi-way Ranch Lockhart?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Hi-way Ranch Lockhart?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Hi-way Ranch Lockhart located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 20 miles (32 km) of Circuit of the Americas, San Marcos River and McKinney Falls State Park. Germania Insurance Amphitheater and John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park are also within 25 miles (40 km).

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. 37 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a getaway. 130 is loud but we enjoyed fishing and the beds were comfy. Will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet Lake House

We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property to stay at

We had a great time staying at this property while we spent a weekend in the Austin area. The house was clean, well taken care of, and everything worked as expected.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Host answered on the first call. Very clean. Deer were nice to wake up to every morning!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house and host

My family of six stayed here for two nights for a wedding nearby. This is a great house for a secluded and quiet stay and the host was very responsive and helpful as needed. Would definitely stay here again if needed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house! We had 2 couples and 3 almost grown kids and everyone had a bed and plenty of space. The kitchen was well stocked and the view was beautiful. We would stay here again, for sure. The owner responded to questions really quickly and checked up on us during our stay. A pleasure!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome place!

This was our 2nd time staying in this house and my family and I had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a weekend getaway with a few friends or a couple of families with kids. Felt secluded, except for the road noise, which did not bother our group at all. It was amazing to have the massive deck overlooking the pond right outside the front door! Also, quick drive into Lockhart for world class BBQ, great music shops, and other interesting activities. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun place

We had fun. House is located close to all our activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just as described

Outstanding fishing. Really neat place. Will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing weekend

Place was great. The fishing pond was a lot of fun. House was spacious and comfortable. It had everything we needed. Not to far from great bbq. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Guys Trip

We had a guys trip for the F1 race. The place was very nice and the pictures were accurate. The place is clean and spacious, great host, good communication.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Daughter's Graduation from TSU

This was the perfect place for us to stay. The large deck out front allowed us to host the family for a cookout after graduation. It was close enough to San Marcos for us to do what we needed to without being in the middle of all the traffic.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
We enjoyed the privacy. The weather was not the greatest, it rained alot, but we did get some fishing in.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Close to town but rural

What a great stay with family and pups. It's a beautiful setting with great sunrise views. The pond is like adding an extra visitor to the family. If you enjoy the outdoors, i highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect weekend getaway

This property fit our needs perfectly. We enjoyed the pond to fish and the kids caught about 10 bluegill. It rained but we could still be outside under the covered deck. The privacy and owner communication was great and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice get away for our MX camp weekend

What a beautiful property. Fishing, turtles and deer. Everything was provided. We really enjoyed our stay minutes from Spoakes MX and town. We’ll stay here again for next MX camp or just to unplug and enjoy a slower life for a minute.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar 2024
Darcy, so glad to hear! We go to Spoakes ourselves, great guys to ride with, great track. We bribe those animals to come out just for visitors. Hope to host your next visit, maybe before it gets too hot to ride….never too hot. Thanks
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best fishing getaway

This place is a treasure! We loved our stay! We came with our 3 adult children and two dogs. The house was very clean and all the essentials were provided. We caught too many fish to count even though it rained a lot! We were super excited to find a kayak there too, bonus! Communication with the host was easy and they responded super quick and were very pleasant & helpful with all our questions. We hope to come again very soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic for families

We had a family wedding in the area and had our family traveling in from Colorado and Dallas. We definitely needed three bedrooms and three bathrooms. Layout of the house we perfect in size, no one felt crowded and open concept kept all included in conversations. Pond does have FISH in it!!! So excited to catch and release a few. Long private driveway was great for morning walks and talks to see some deer and plants. Nighttime had us stargazing. Would love to rent this again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Almost made it!

When we pulled up to the property it looked like a beautiful serene place to be but as we got closer we noticed the grass around the pond, house, and fire pit was grass high to your keister...so couldn't sit around the fire pit or fish around the pond for fear of snakes! Called the owner and he got it taken care of pretty quickly even offered a free day for the inconvenience. Had a slight problem with adjusting the ac but again the owner was available right away to help. The bed downstairs was very uncomfortable and my friends who stayed upstairs said the same about theirs epton was the most uncomfortable I've slept on
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Girls weekend

We all live close to, or in, Austin. Love to get away for a long weekend! Property was nice but lacking in some ways. Keurig was broken and kitchen supplies were lacking. Most of the coffee cups were chipped and not enough dishes. There was a storage closet in the hallway and supplies were not organized. There were clothes in the closets, the windows were filthy. We had a fun weekend and will definitely use VRBO but would not return to this property. I had found this on the website and took some grief from my fellow travelers.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent property for a great country get away

This home was well appointed, comfortable, great amenities and, yes, we caught and released fish in the pond. Everyone in our party was very happy with the location as it was just an easy drive into Lockhart and the City and State Parks. We look forward to many more vacations here.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Was the quiet weekend family needed

My parents enjoyed their stay that I gifted them. They loved the fishing and the quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome county home!!

We had a great time staying here and look forward to coming back some day!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ranch House Stay

Property was conveniently located with good functionality and a nice dock and tank for kids to fish. We had a good time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Tracen Gardner

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Adventure seeker, more motorcycle the better.

Why they chose this property

Everyone gets to catch a fish and sunset.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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