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Pitchfork - bring your family for a sleepover with our Giraffe!

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A two-story wooden cabin with a balcony and a staircase. - Pitchfork - bring your family for a sleepover with our Giraffe! (Valley View)
A playground with a slide and a tractor. - Pitchfork - bring your family for a sleepover with our Giraffe! (Valley View)
A wooden interior with a dining table, chairs, a chandelier, and a large window with curtains. - Pitchfork - bring your family for a sleepover with our Giraffe! (Valley View)
A backyard with a swimming pool, stone patio, wooden deck, and outdoor seating area. - Pitchfork - bring your family for a sleepover with our Giraffe! (Valley View)
An outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and tables, decorated with string lights, under a canopy of trees. - Pitchfork - bring your family for a sleepover with our Giraffe! (Valley View)
You can look forward to a firepit, a playground and an arcade/games room at Pitchfork - bring your family for a sleepover with our Giraffe!. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities and a gym.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is €599
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct

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About this property

Pitchfork - bring your family for a sleepover with our Giraffe!

  • Bring your family for a stay that will create lifetime memories as you cohabitate with Puzzles and Jigsaw the Giraffe. This luxury bunkhouse, on the lower level of our Cattle Baron Suites, is dedicated to the Texas Pitchfork Ranch with all the amenities you and your fellow wranglers would expect and can enjoy. Your family can experience a 5 star stay! You’ll be able to observe puzzles our giraffe day & night and feed him our provided snacks only while in the comfort of your room. The room is stocked with complimentary snacks & drinks, a cappuccino machine , custom giraffe mugs, televisions with smart apps, toiletries & all bedding. We have room for the whole family with 2 sets of queen bunkbeds! (Please note: there is an additional $100 charge for each guest per night after the first 4 and loud excessive noise is not allowed for the safety of the animals.)

    With this room you also have the option to make use of the adjoining door to our Waggoner Suite which can hold up to 2 guests. You can book both rooms for some amazing family fun!

    Our ranch is located in the heart of North Texas just one hour from Dallas Fort Worth. We have amazing amenities to include hot tub, cowboy pool, game room, walking trails, prayer garden, firepits , scavenger hunt for big foot & more !!

    You will be able to feed and watch puzzles the giraffe day and night right from the comfort of your room! If you are an animal lover this is the place to be!


    Important Notes:
    •  Lodging Only: This booking includes the cabin stay only. Dining experiences and animal tours are not included and must be booked separately at an additional cost.
    •  Restaurant Hours: The Whitehorse Steakhouse is closed on Mondays and Wednesdays.
    •  Cancellation Policy: Strict, nonrefundable, and no date adjustments once a reservation is made.
    Amenities Included with Your Stay:
    •  Full access to the ranch
    •  Large picnic area with campfires and yard games
    •  Walking trails and prayer garden
    •  Pond for viewing emus and ducks
    •  “Finding Bigfoot” activity
    •  Pickleball court and basketball hoop
    •  Hot tub and swim area as well as an inground pool
    •  Playgrounds
    •  Game room with board games, video games, and a microwave
    •  Sunday church services
    •  Spa (by appointment only, call (940)453-0406 ext. 4)
    Animal Interaction Guidelines:
    •  Guests may walk around and observe animals.
    •  Feed approved animals with a $10 feed bucket (available for purchase).
    •  Safety Rules:
        •  Do not pass under the “Take a Walk on the Wild Side” sign without a wildlife guide.
        •  No entering open gates, doors, or areas marked “Employees Only.”
        •  No touching animals unless part of a guided experience (USDA regulation).

    Additional Experiences (Not Included with Lodging):
    All experiences are nonrefundable and subject to a no-cancellation policy. Book early as they sell out quickly!

    Oak Meadow Ranch Experiences

    Immersive, Hands-On Animal Encounters for All Ages, except the water buffalo
    (All experiences are non-refundable, non-cancellable and cannot be rescheduled once booked. Open to non-lodging guests unless noted.)

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    Signature Dining & Animal Experience

    Dinner & Wildlife Tour – $299/person 4 hrs
    Rotating gourmet 4–5 course, chef menu, dinner, live music, axe throwing, sloth encounter, interactive animal tour, and campfire fun.
    (Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat @ 5:30 PM)

    Sunday Brunch & Wildlife Tour – $299/person | 3 hrs
    Rotating chef menu, live music, full bar, plus a full interactive animal tour.
    (Sundays @ 12 PM, optional church @ 10:30 AM)

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    Private & Premium Encounters

    Private Animal Tour – $750/person
    Interact with all animals, privately guided.

    Wake Up with the Lemurs – $400/person
    Two lemurs wake you in your room, fruit breakfast, private lemur hangout, mimosa by the fire pit.

    Young Ambassadors– $500/person
    Playtime with our youngest wildlife.

    Sloth Serenity – $600/person
    One-on-one cuddle with baby sloth David Lee and our famous hugger Sir Winston! Includes charcuterie board, champagne, keepsake gift. Photographer add-on available. (Max 4 guests, private only)

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    Seasonal Water Experiences

    Swim with Otters – $349/person, 1 hr
    Play, feed, and swim in our heated spa with otters! (7 days a week, seasonal)

    Water Buffalo Swim – $150/person
    One guest at a time, photos available.

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    Fun Add-Ons & Extras

    Feed Buckets – $10
    Feed camels, deer, zebras, birds & more.

    Continental Breakfast (Room Service) – $30/person

    Lunch - $30/person

    Meal Bundle (Breakfast & lunch) - $40/person

    Mon-Sat only, not available on Sundays⸻
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    Spa

    Enjoy onsite spa treatments.

    •  Book a massage or facial to relax and recharge.
    •  Contact: (940)453-0406 ext 4 (advance booking required).

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    Ready to Book Your Adventure?
    Call/Text (940)453-0406 or
    Visit: OakMeadowRanch.com for more information about all of our options!
    Don’t wait to book - experiences sell out quickly! !

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About the area

Valley View is home to this cabin. Site of Fort Fitzhugh and Gainesville War Memorial are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ray Roberts Lake State Park and Lake Ray Roberts. Travelling with kids? Consider Santa Fe Depot Museum and Lavender Ridge Farms. Looking to get your feet wet? Fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Valley View travel guide
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Valley View, TX

What's nearby

  • An aerial view of a coastal area with a sandy beach, a clear water body, and a forested area.
    Lake Ray Roberts
    9 min drive - 10.4 km
  • A rural landscape with a fenced field, a dirt path, and a line of trees in the distance under a partly cloudy sky.
    Ray Roberts Lake State Park
    10 min drive - 12.6 km
  • A pond surrounded by trees and a wooden gazebo.
    Leonard Park
    15 min drive - 20.0 km
  • Site of Fort Fitzhugh
    9 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Jaycee Park
    11 min drive - 17.0 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Station
    23 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lake Kiowa Lodge
    15 min drive
  • 902 Bar & Grill
    12 min drive
  • The Continental Deli & Grill
    12 min drive
  • Whitehorse Steakhouse & Oak Meadow Rank Wedding Venue
    2 min walk
  • Subway
    12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Pitchfork - bring your family for a sleepover with our Giraffe! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Pitchfork - bring your family for a sleepover with our Giraffe!?

As of 23 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pitchfork - bring your family for a sleepover with our Giraffe! on 25 Oct 2026 start from €599, 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 Pitchfork - bring your family for a sleepover with our Giraffe! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pitchfork - bring your family for a sleepover with our Giraffe!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pitchfork - bring your family for a sleepover with our Giraffe!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pitchfork - bring your family for a sleepover with our Giraffe!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pitchfork - bring your family for a sleepover with our Giraffe! located?

Set in Valley View, this family-friendly cabin is within 9 mi (15 km) of Lake Ray Roberts, Ray Roberts Lake State Park and Site of Fort Fitzhugh. Santa Fe Depot Museum and Lavender Ridge Farms are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Reviews

Pitchfork - bring your family for a sleepover with our Giraffe! Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everyone was so helpful and friendly. Amazing stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable, clean cabin and unique experience. The whole family loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome time, incredible experience. My granddaughter kept asking if she was dreaming! Staying with Puzzles and Jigsaw and being able to feed them from the room was a memory maker! Swimming with the Otters was a blast! The animals, the tours, the staff were amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Very expensive but the animals are worth the expenditure
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026