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5 bedroom house w/pool -- private ranch just 1 hr from Waco

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Smart TV, fireplace, books, music library
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
From the hilltop at Starry Creek Ranch, gaze out into the valley and enjoy panoramic views. Explore 95 acres of hill country land with a private pond, creek, hidden Indian cavern and scenic overlooks. End your day relaxing in the pool or enjoying Texas-sized s'mores.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14297 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

5 bedroom house w/pool -- private ranch just 1 hr from Waco

Breathe it all in from the top of our private hilltop. Look for miles and miles into the valley below or gaze upward and see magnificent sunrises, sunsets and night skies.

Explore 95 acres of hill country land as you fish in our private pond, wade in our meandering creek, search for our hidden Indian cavern, or take a break at one of our scenic overlooks.

End the day with a relaxing swim in the pool and then watch the stars come out as you enjoy some Texas size s'mores. All this and more awaits you as a guest at the Starry Creek Ranch.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

No firearm use or hunting allowed
Release of Liability Form required for all guests

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children must know how to swim

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Map
Cranfills Gap, TX

What's nearby

  • The Rock Church - 26 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Hamilton County Courthouse - 36 min drive - 30.9 km
  • Hamilton General Hospital Family - 36 min drive - 30.9 km
  • Meridian State Park - 38 min drive - 30.5 km
  • Hamilton City Park - 39 min drive - 32.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Horny Toad Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cranfills Gap Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • Elk Stop

Frequently asked questions

Does 5 bedroom house w/pool -- private ranch just 1 hr from Waco have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is 5 bedroom house w/pool -- private ranch just 1 hr from Waco pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 5 bedroom house w/pool -- private ranch just 1 hr from Waco?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5 bedroom house w/pool -- private ranch just 1 hr from Waco?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 5 bedroom house w/pool -- private ranch just 1 hr from Waco located?

This family-friendly Hico holiday home is located in a rural location, 7.5 mi (12 km) from The Rock Church, and within 16 mi (25 km) of Hamilton County Courthouse and Ringness House Museum. Paul and Jane Meyer Observatory and Meridian State Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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5 bedroom house w/pool -- private ranch just 1 hr from Waco Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suzy R., Dallas

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

Roomies reunion

Gorgeous views and wonderful accommodations made our weekend memorable!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy M.

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

Wonderful Thanksgiving Getaway

There are just not enough good things I can say about our stay. Owners were very responsive to our questions. Property is breathtaking. Adventure at every turn. Our family greatly benefited from our time here and we are eager to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rita H.

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

YaYa trip 2023

Loved this location. It was beautiful and any questions we had were answered promptly. Would love to come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay K.

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

Great stay!

Beautiful home and location. Nancy was a great host!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia R.

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

Awesome spot

We stayed for a long weekend. It was amazing! First thing you see as you’re coming up the driveway is the spectacular view. Perfect amount of bedrooms for our stay. Very well stocked kitchen. Every detail is thought of. We would definitely come again fir longer!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gloria S.

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

Great Relaxing Stay

The hosts are super hosts and go above and beyond to help and accommodate all your needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

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

Perfect Getaway

We wanted to get away from our day to day and disconnect from screens for a long weekend with our 3 kids and found this gem! My husband and I, along with our 13, 12 and 10 year old had an incredible time and made memories that will last a lifetime!! We can’t wait to come back again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Fantastic Place!

Celebrated my 70th birthday with children and grandchildren - everyone had a lot of fun and it was wonderful celebrating with all 14 in the family! Accommodations, pool table, swimming pool and hiking were all first rate and led to a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesley M.

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

Amazing getaway

What an amazing place to stay year round. It rained most of the weekend and we still loved the entire stay! So many thing to be thankful for this Thanksgiving! All ages are welcome, we had 5 to 75 and had a great time by all!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

gene w.

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

Beautiful views and mild weather made it a very peaceful weekend!

We enjoyed everything about the house, pool, and property. Beds were comfortable, everything needed was supplied by owner, and the heated pool was an extra bonus. I highly recommend this home!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rae N.

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

Awesome Family Vacation

The property is absolutely beautiful. The ability to go out the back door and explore the countryside with the beautiful wildflowers, creeks and caves, plus have the pool to enjoy made for the most relaxing time for our family. Thank you so much. We will keep this on the list for places we will come back to.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kindra K.

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

We’ll be back!

Our group rented this as a place to stay for the Hico cookoff. Though a little farther from Hico than we would want, the place checks off all our boxes: enough beds and bathrooms, swimming pool, game room, beautiful view and hiking!!! We’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alice B., Fort Worth, TX

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

The Most Wonderful Place!

Starry Creek Ranch was the perfect spot for our multi-generational family. We had ages 4 to 71 and the single story home was just what we needed. We swam and cooked and played games and explored the property - it was the best!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana R.

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

Annual family getaway

This place is amazing. The pictures absolutely do not do it justice. The hosts have thought of everything, and were very quickly available via text message if needed. We always enjoy our summer family getaway, but this year was special. Everyone loved it here. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

keeth u.

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

Pics don't even do it justice...

We were blown away with the house and the spectacular view, even after a brutal texas summer, the place was beautiful. Nancy was so nice and helpful. Thank you so very much for hosting! Would absolutely love to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn Y.

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

Beautiful space

We stayed here for a family get together and had a wonderful time. The house is very well appointed, with lots of wonderful touches (labels in the kitchens, tons of indoor and outdoor games, rollaway beds, etc.). We had enough space for our group (6 adults, 5 kids). The backyard is beautiful with a great view of nature and a very comfortable bench swing to watch the sunset. There were tons of stars to view once the sun went down as well. The kiddos enjoyed swimming, feeding the fish, exploring nature, playing games, and dancing along with the Jukebox music. It is a great location and a beautiful and comfortable home!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David and Edith B.

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

Amazing house and property

Well organized and stocked. Everything is labeled. Lots of space and activities. The kids enjoyed the Scavenger Hunt.it was not warm enough to use the pool; we’ll have to return in a warmer season! We enjoyed our family together time in this lovely setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darrel H.

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

Family Starry Ranch Retreat

We had a blast as did my grandkids. Didn't need much. They have what kids like. Lots of open space to enjoy. Let em roam with some supervision. Will rent again. Excellent service and a family setting. Was treated like family by the host. Awesome trip. Enjoyed the beautiful views and fun family times.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol K.

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

👍

This property is just as it is represented. We’ve done many vacation rentals and Nancy is definitely the hostess with the mostest. She will bend over backwards to accommodate. All pros and no cons on Starry Creek Ranch. Beautiful home, beautiful scenery and beautifully decorated.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M., Houston, Texas

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

Stunning Ranch House

Upon arrival, everything was clean, neat and aesthetically pleasing. The view from the living room, kitchen and pool was absolutely breathtaking. My family had a wonderful time disconnecting from the world. The House is beautiful. Nancy was very quick to respond to any concerns I had. My family and I really enjoyed ourselves. There were plenty of rooms and beds. The jukebox in the game room was a treat. The scavenger hunt was a hit with the children in our family. I definitely suggest the house for family time or anyone wanting to get away and enjoy peace and quiet. We loved our stay and hope to be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean F.

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

Wonderful house, Beautiful house, Breathtaking views and thoughtful and sweet host!!!!

Everything about this Vrbo is wonderful!! The hostess Nancy was on top of the paperwork and has a wonderful welcome packet! We took advantage of everything there was to do.. Fished, rode around the property (gorgeous) hiked to the Indian cave, swam played games and fed the cows. The house feels like a resort but much more personal and kind hospitality.. Everything is labeled and very clean. There are a wide selection of games both indoor and outdoor.. We loved it…. Do bring everything you need for your stay. It is remote and the nearest store is a good ways away. I feel part of its charm..We did make a Walmart run one day so not at all impossible..
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mayra W.

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

Large family trip

We had a ton of fun at the house. Our group consisted of people ranging from 4 years old to 70’s. Loved the game room and all the games provided. We had fun hiking around to the cave. The rooms were warm if you closed the door at night so my only note would be to put fans in all rooms. It was over 100 degrees while we were staying so that is hard on the AC unit. No shade over the pool but that wasn’t a problem we swam in morning and late afternoon and would just play in game room during the mid-day. Nancy was very helpful and responded quickly to all my questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andy H., San Antonio, Texas

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

When you pick your jaw off the ground from the VIEW you'll have the best time!

Nancy and her husband have got this VRBO thing DOWN. The house is labeled to help you find anything you need and stocked with the same. The views are spectacular from every point IN the house, as well as, by the pool...where you will spend most of your time. We will bring our 4-wheelers next time to explore more of the breathtaking acreage but a truck and walking works just find for younger folk. LOL. The hosts are gracious and the house is outfitted so perfectly that you feel like you live there. We actually bought the same towels they had for us to use during our stay. Don't miss this fantastic spot...for a family weekend or a weekend with friends like we spent. We can't say enough good things. Thanks, Nancy et al.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

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

The Perfect Family Ranch in Texas

Oh the view! I cannot say enough good things about our experience, staying at the Starry Sky Ranch in Cranfills Gap. The house has been meticulously curated to accommodate guests. All furnishings are beautiful, Texas appropriate and well though through for the comfort and aesthetic of the home. Also, the labeling! Drawers, cabinets, closets- everything you could need is available and meticulously labeled and easy to find! And the details from the classic vinyl selection in the pool room, the board games, the books on Texas history, geology, cow identification (a favorite with our group!) and the information on local points of interest and easy day trips made us wish we had booked the whole week! We had 12 people at the ranch and had plenty of space and everyone had a great experience! A favorite was the hand drawn map to the hidden Indian cave and the afternoon excursion to find it! (if you are traveling with kids it is very easy to pop the map out of the three ring binder, and also hide that for them to find!) go on the hike. Look for fossils and arrowheads, and make sure to set aside time to town out all the lights and sit out by the pool to watch the sky. The longer you stare the more layers of stars that seem to appear. It truly was magical. We also managed to sneak in a polar plunge at sunset one night.(the pool is beautiful and the 7 year old and young adults were all game for the plunge!) and you could stare out over the valley for hours and fill your heart.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kindra K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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