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Ranch House Farm Stay w/Fishing/RecCourt/Pools/Kayaks/FarmAnimals

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Waterfall at Spring Pool
A serene garden with a pond, stone walls, and a wooden deck.
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a sofa, overlooking a grassy landscape.
A rustic kitchen with a long wooden table, chairs, and a central vase.
A rustic kitchen with wooden beams, a central island, and a brick backsplash.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.

Popular amenities

  • Massages in spa
  • Spa pool on site
  • Patio
  • Swimming pool
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Aquilla, TX
  • Place, Playdium Pool
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Homestead Heritage
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Whitney
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 40)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed, 1 Double Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed, 1 Double Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 7

+2
3 Double Beds and 3 Single Beds

Bedroom 8

2 Double Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

8 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

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

Bathroom 4

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

Bathroom 5

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

Bathroom 6

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

Bathroom 7

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

Bathroom 8

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

Powder Room

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Aquilla

Located in Aquilla, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Magnolia Market at the Silos and Central Texas Market Place are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Aquilla Lake and Lake Whitney. Travelling with kids? Consider Homestead Heritage and Hay-Bale Maze. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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Aquilla, TX

What's nearby

  • Playdium Pool - 17 min drive - 25.2 km
  • Homestead Heritage - 20 min drive - 23.4 km
  • Lake Whitney - 24 min drive - 26.7 km
  • Baylor University - 31 min drive - 56.4 km
  • Magnolia Market at the Silos - 34 min drive - 58.2 km

Getting around

  • Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tokio Store - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪PJS BAR AND GRILL - ‬46 min drive
  • ‪grill:30 - ‬52 min drive
  • ‪Grady's Grub - ‬11 min drive
  • Pitstop Bbq

Frequently asked questions

Does Ranch House Farm Stay w/Fishing/RecCourt/Pools/Kayaks/FarmAnimals have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Ranch House Farm Stay w/Fishing/RecCourt/Pools/Kayaks/FarmAnimals?

As of 30 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ranch House Farm Stay w/Fishing/RecCourt/Pools/Kayaks/FarmAnimals on 8 November 2026 start from NZ$5,109, 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 Ranch House Farm Stay w/Fishing/RecCourt/Pools/Kayaks/FarmAnimals pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 5 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 Ranch House Farm Stay w/Fishing/RecCourt/Pools/Kayaks/FarmAnimals?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ranch House Farm Stay w/Fishing/RecCourt/Pools/Kayaks/FarmAnimals?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ranch House Farm Stay w/Fishing/RecCourt/Pools/Kayaks/FarmAnimals?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ranch House Farm Stay w/Fishing/RecCourt/Pools/Kayaks/FarmAnimals located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Playdium Pool, Homestead Heritage and Hay-Bale Maze. Hay Maze and Aquilla Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place! Thank you so much
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 August 2026
We are thrilled that you had a great time! We take great pride in the property and our homes and we’re so grateful for the positive feedback. We truly enjoyed hosting you guys and hope that you can come back again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unbelievable property and amazing hosts. Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay at the ranch. Really enjoyed the spring fed pool!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Zane and Kristi were wonderful hosts. The property was exactly as described, and we enjoyed every minute of our stay. The kids loved seeing all of the animals, and Mr. Piggles was a big hit! There were plenty of outdoor activities, and the house was setup perfectly for our group. More than enough room to spread out, but also plenty of room to gather as a family for games and meals. We would definitely visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We gathered as a large family for my grandmothers funeral. Instead of sadness we experienced healing, love and countless memories surrounding by nature, animals and adventure. This weekend, this home will never be forgotten. If I could give this beautiful space a 20 star rating I would!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gradation weekend

Perfect fit for our gradation family celebration!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2024
Thank you so much for your feedback. We're glad you had a great time. Can't wait for your next visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

AMAZING LOCATION

We had an amazing stay at the Ranch during the 2024 eclipse! The owners were great with communicating, flexible and willing to help us out throughout our whole stay. They were helpful and knowledgeable and we would definitely stay here again! I can't say enough good things about Zane, Kristi and Annika. Awesome place for families with so many things to do. Highly recommend for any family/friends/company retreat!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 April 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was a pleasure hosting y'all during the 2024 eclipse. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another stay in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hurricane Beryl pivot success

Hurricane Beryl changed our beach vacation to a fun farm get away. Our host booked us last minute and treated us like long lost family. It was great fun!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that despite Hurricane Beryl, you had a fun farm getaway with us. We hope to welcome you back for more memorable experiences in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

27 -29 May Shun

We all thoroughly enjoyed the stay. Check in and check out timings can be better as it’s no where matching with other properties which we had booked in the past
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2023
We're glad to hear you all enjoyed your stay! Thank you for the feedback regarding check-in and check-out timings. We'll certainly consider your input for improvement. Looking forward to hosting yall again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was so great for our family. There were 20 adults and 10 children and the house was perfect. The kitchen was large and fully equipped. It was nice to have most all the rooms with en-suite baths. The grounds felt like summer camp. Zane was a great host and was very accommodating. I highly recommend to any family. We hope to come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We did a last minute booking for our 14U Nationals basketball tournament down in Franklin, Tx. The memories that were made with these kids will last forever. From the moment the gate open to the Ranch for our arrival until the time is close behind us on our departure was an experience within itself. The constant laughter with everyone made the experience amazing. Many of these young kids had never fished a day in their lives. By the end of the trip they were petting baby pigs, baby goats, horses & cows. I would rate this place 10 and I'm sure we will be back again. Zane and Kristi were fantastic host and made sure we had everything needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome for large family gathering

Cannot say enough great things about this place. After the pandemic we needed to reconnect with family & disconnect from devices for a few days! From fishing to s’more making and so much more like feeding baby goats & swimming, kayaking, playing tennis & basketball. Accommodations were top notch! Would so recommend to everyone as a must stay experience.. Thanks again, Kelly
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2021
Thanks so much Kelly for such a heartfelt review! We thoroughly enjoyed having you guys at the ranch and your family was incredible! We sure hope to see you all again next summer as you won’t believe all the great new things we will be adding. Always an adventure, Kristi & Zane
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A little piece of Heaven!

What an incredible weekend! The ranch house….beautiful, cozy and well-appointed! The animals….what a treat!!! Baby goats, baby chicks, mini horses, pot belly pigs, cows and a wild pig who thinks he is a goat!! Just WONDERFUL!! The amenities…camp fire, corn hole, volleyball, pickleball, swimming in the creek…..SO MUCH FUN! If you have a big group of family members right I don’t do it yet or corporate but colleagues,this place cannot be beat!! Don’t miss out! It is truly a piece of Heaven!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Holly Jolly Christmas 2021

Our visit was about celebrating the holidays with Family! The house was very comfortable and clean and meet all our needs. We spend hours around the fire pit and even roasted hot dogs one night . The weather turned cold but that did not stop the fun.. We played cards and games inside on the big dining table! Kitchen was well stocked. The grounds were beautiful and were well kept and we really enjoyed all the animals on the property. Zane the owner was very helpful and shared the history of the property with us which I found interesting! This is one property we will come to again! Janet
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 March 2023
Thank you for your feedback, Janet! We're very glad to know that you enjoyed your stay with us. We look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Thanksgiving to remember!

I can't begin to express how wonderful this property was. From the springs and the ponds to the tasteful antiques and country decorations in the ranch house, this was such an amazing property! Our large group had so much room and it was so wonderful to have a common area for us all to gather. The kitchen was well appointed and the appliances were great! The 8 1/2 bathrooms made all of us getting ready so easy. all eight of the bedrooms were very well appointed and yet still had great room to be able to maneuver in. The animals were so much fun and our kids absolutely loved them. There were so many great areas around the ranch to take pictures around and just enjoy the settings. Fishing in the ponds was so much fun! This is definitely one of our most loved VRBO's yet! The check-in and checkout process was very smooth and easy. We are very grateful for our hosts for making our stay extra special!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 December 2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback, Heather! We're thrilled to hear that you and your group enjoyed the property and all its amenities. We hope to welcome you back for another memorable visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sibling Family Christmas

Every year we rent a house for our family Christmas. There is 27 to 32 of us, so finding a house big enough is often a challenge. This time there was 27 of us ranging from 2 to 59. I can honestly say this was the nicest house we have ever rented. Zane took great care of us and they think of everything. You’d be surprised how many places are missing pots and pans, knives, mixing bowls, etc., this kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed. There was a huge fire pit and plenty of wood ready for s’mores. We grilled steaks on a huge grill (propane included). A huge bonus is that each room has it own thermostat, so I could stay warm and my brother could stay cold. There is plenty of pastures/woods to stomp in and animals to feed. The kids have already asked to go back. Thank you for wonderful memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 March 2023
Thank you for your feedback, Susan! We're very glad to know that you enjoyed your stay with us. We look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing property

This was the 2nd time this summer we have rented this property to take campers on an overnight trip. The house is amazing and has everything you need! The creek-fed pool is relaxing and beautiful. The animals are fun to watch and pet! Owners were super accommodating and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 March 2023
Thank you for your feedback, Marissa! We're very glad to know that you enjoyed your stay with us. We look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Baylor graduation

The property was clean and the setting was beautiful, peaceful and quiet. The house was very well equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 March 2023
Thank you for your feedback, Laurie! We're very glad to know that you enjoyed your stay with us. We look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

This place and family are amazing

Zane and Kristi are just amazing. Supremely accommodating, superb communications, over the top RESOLUTION to any request in 10 minutes (I think Zane likes to drive fast), this absolutely beautiful property. was perfect for our family reunion/Thanksgiving retreat. We thoroughly enjoyed it! Book it now!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 March 2023
Thank you for your feedback, Byron! We're very glad to know that you enjoyed your stay with us. We look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice away from all the traffic

My family and I enjoyed the fishing, and feeding all the animals. Very peaceful we hope to be able to go again
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 March 2023
Thank you for your feedback, Renee! We're very glad to know that you enjoyed your stay with us. We look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ranch Heaven

The week we spent at Spring Lakes Ranch was perfect for our family. The huge house had everything we might need to be super comfortable and prepare good meals. With two washers and dryers the large group’s laundry was taken care of. Zane and Kristi couldn’t have been better hosts. They always went above and beyond to accommodate all of our group and we had many requests. Highlights of our stay were bottle feeding the baby goats, feeding the donkeys, ponies, goats and chickens, fishing, and swimming in the spring fed natural pool. But everyday was full of many adventures and this property is just amazing. Wish I could share some of the super photos that we took.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 March 2023
Thank you for your feedback, Susan! We're very glad to know that you enjoyed your stay with us. We look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Fun Week

This was our 17th year to gather our family: our 6 children with their spouses and children and enjoy a week together remembering growing up together and the mischief involved in a large family. The housing was awesome. The acreage fascinating. Our grandchildren fell in love with the animals. Several of our kids and grandchildren loved the fishing. The girls loved the close proximity to West, TX and Waco, TX for a day trip. Our youngest grandchild kept asking if we could only stay longer. Thank you Zane for fielding all our questions and being patient with us and a huge thanks for the extra mowing for our Kubb game. It was the best. NOTE: If you are looking for a place to build memories and just relax, I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 March 2023
Thank you for your feedback, JoNita! We're very glad to know that you enjoyed your stay with us. We look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Weekend

Was a wonderful experience and everyone had a good time. The younger kids enjoyed the baby goats and miniature horses. The adults had excellent luck fishing. Will definitely want to go back! I gave a score of 4 stars on accuracy of advertising because it doesn’t say you will have to share a small swimming pool with another large family.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2021
So grateful y’all enjoyed your stay! It was a joy having your family as they were so respectful & sweet. Would love to have y’all back again next year. Sorry about the confusion on the swimming pools, since there are 2, we have them listed under “commons space” along with the recreation court but will certainly make that more clear in our listing. Til we see y’all again, be blessed!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our New "Go to" Place

Took family for the weekend and all I heard from everyone when we were leaving was "Next time, it's for a week". Great place to relax and be with family.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May 2021
We are truly thrilled you enjoyed your visit! We really think this place is magical and we love sharing it with sweet & respectful guest like yall! We would be honored to host yall again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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