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M'walimu 4 BR w/ Pool, Farm Stay- Flower Farm, Goats, Pigs, Disc Golf!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10278.7 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Glen Rose, TX
- Place, Fossil Rim Wildlife Center11 min drive
- Place, Walnut Springs Town Hall13 min drive
- Place, Dinosaur Valley State Park20 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Double Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
4 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo
Bathroom 4
Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
M'walimu 4 BR w/ Pool, Farm Stay- Flower Farm, Goats, Pigs, Disc Golf!
Pool is open!
M’walimu (“Teacher” in Swahili) is a remote and secluded house in the hill country with multiple expansive libraries. Located at High Hope Ranch, this space is ideal for those seeking retreat from busy city life, to host large family gatherings, or to unwind and reconnect with nature. M’walimu consists of two dwellings connected by a covered walkway, each with two bedrooms and en-suite bathrooms, includes a private deck and pool.
Mwalimu consists of two separate houses connected by an outdoor breezeway. In between them sits a pool and extensive outdoor deck with propane grill, seating, and hill country views. The main house has a full-sized, well-equipped kitchen and a dining table for 10. The deck offers plenty of outdoor seating and a propane grill for guests to use. The living room is filled with art, books, roku TV, and a wood-burning stove.
Bedroom 1: The primary suite has its own sunny library, private desk area, king-sized bed, and a large bathroom with a walk-in shower and meditation bay.
Bedroom 2: The second bedroom is located upstairs, with 2 double beds, a private work nook, and a full bathroom. Laundry room with a washer and dryer downstairs.
The second house, known as the "Sanctuary", has 2 bedrooms, each with a queen bed, spacious closet, and private bath with a walk-in shower. The bedrooms are separated by sliding Japanese-style wood and opaque glass sliding doors. Please note they provide visual privacy but are not entirely soundproof.
The all-glass, west-facing wall of the sanctuary offers a sweeping view of the pool and valley beyond. The gathering area in the Sanctuary has a small kitchenette-two mini-fridges, sink, microwave, tea kettle, small blender, a toaster oven, a coffee cart with a drip coffee maker, and a comfortable living room. The upstairs loft is yet another library/reading area and can be used for extra sleeping space (single pallets/pads provided). There is also space for queen airbeds (if requested) downstairs.
We have had guests host up to 75 people in the living area for dinners and other special gatherings-please inquire for special events!
The pool can be accessed from both Mwalimu and the Sanctuary. Ranch staff make unobtrusive visits for daily maintenance during swimming season, the pool is covered during the winter.
The rates are for 8 people, extra overnight guests are $50 per person, per night plus tax. Please let us know how many extra guests you would like to join you so we can accommodate sleeping arrangements!
Mwalimu is just one of four guest house rentals available at High Hope Ranch. Check out our other listings!
M’walimu (“Teacher” in Swahili) is a remote and secluded house in the hill country with multiple expansive libraries. Located at High Hope Ranch, this space is ideal for those seeking retreat from busy city life, to host large family gatherings, or to unwind and reconnect with nature. M’walimu consists of two dwellings connected by a covered walkway, each with two bedrooms and en-suite bathrooms, includes a private deck and pool.
Mwalimu consists of two separate houses connected by an outdoor breezeway. In between them sits a pool and extensive outdoor deck with propane grill, seating, and hill country views. The main house has a full-sized, well-equipped kitchen and a dining table for 10. The deck offers plenty of outdoor seating and a propane grill for guests to use. The living room is filled with art, books, roku TV, and a wood-burning stove.
Bedroom 1: The primary suite has its own sunny library, private desk area, king-sized bed, and a large bathroom with a walk-in shower and meditation bay.
Bedroom 2: The second bedroom is located upstairs, with 2 double beds, a private work nook, and a full bathroom. Laundry room with a washer and dryer downstairs.
The second house, known as the "Sanctuary", has 2 bedrooms, each with a queen bed, spacious closet, and private bath with a walk-in shower. The bedrooms are separated by sliding Japanese-style wood and opaque glass sliding doors. Please note they provide visual privacy but are not entirely soundproof.
The all-glass, west-facing wall of the sanctuary offers a sweeping view of the pool and valley beyond. The gathering area in the Sanctuary has a small kitchenette-two mini-fridges, sink, microwave, tea kettle, small blender, a toaster oven, a coffee cart with a drip coffee maker, and a comfortable living room. The upstairs loft is yet another library/reading area and can be used for extra sleeping space (single pallets/pads provided). There is also space for queen airbeds (if requested) downstairs.
We have had guests host up to 75 people in the living area for dinners and other special gatherings-please inquire for special events!
The pool can be accessed from both Mwalimu and the Sanctuary. Ranch staff make unobtrusive visits for daily maintenance during swimming season, the pool is covered during the winter.
The rates are for 8 people, extra overnight guests are $50 per person, per night plus tax. Please let us know how many extra guests you would like to join you so we can accommodate sleeping arrangements!
Mwalimu is just one of four guest house rentals available at High Hope Ranch. Check out our other listings!
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About the area
Glen Rose
Located in Glen Rose, this holiday home is in a rural area. Squaw Valley Golf Course and Hico City Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fossil Rim Wildlife Center and Dinosaur Valley State Park.
Glen Rose, TX
What's nearby
- Fossil Rim Wildlife Center - 11 min drive - 6.0 km
- Walnut Springs Town Hall - 13 min drive - 14.9 km
- Dinosaur Valley State Park - 20 min drive - 15.3 km
- Paluxy River - 21 min drive - 16.7 km
- Big Rocks Park - 22 min drive - 17.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Loco Coyote - 17 min drive
- Boot Scootin - 24 min drive
- Rough Creek Lodge - 14 min drive
- Fossil Rim Restaurant - 6 min drive
- Mr B's Restauraunt - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Communication
10/10
Location
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31 May 2023
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Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Mandy G.
25 March 2023
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Cindy G.
28 October 2024
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Cindy G.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Donna J.
26 May 2023
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Amazing
Donna J.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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Wendy F.
21 September 2025
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Wendy F.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Alok M.
28 November 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Alok M.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Justin W.
27 September 2022
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Amazing Experience
Justin W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
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Patricia C.
8 August 2022
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Patricia C.
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Joni D.
12 April 2022
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What a fantastic getaway!
Joni D.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
About the host
Hosted by Sandra Skrei
High Hope is a quiet, relaxing, nature focused Ranch where you can retreat from the daily stressors of your life and exist in complete solitude if you so choose. Drink in the exceptional stargazing, miles of hiking trails, and scenic views of the ranch. You can feel the tension of daily life melt away as the quiet tranquility of the land works her magic.
If you're looking for more of a family-oriented experience, we've got that covered too! We offer opportunities to meet and feed our farm animals, garden tours, and a Farm Store for you to peruse our homemade goods! From the fossilized dinosaur prints in the Paluxy Riverbed at Dinosaur Valley State Park to the drive through safari experience of Fossil Rim, High Hope is your perfect launch point to experience all our area has to offer!
If you're looking for more of a family-oriented experience, we've got that covered too! We offer opportunities to meet and feed our farm animals, garden tours, and a Farm Store for you to peruse our homemade goods! From the fossilized dinosaur prints in the Paluxy Riverbed at Dinosaur Valley State Park to the drive through safari experience of Fossil Rim, High Hope is your perfect launch point to experience all our area has to offer!
Why they chose this property
M'walimu is a stunning stay complete with a pool overlooking the last edge of the Texas Hill Country into the Great Plains, two separate houses, 4 total bedroom and 4 full baths. This house is ideal for family reunions, retreats, and large groups.
The history of this house is intertwined with Fossil Rim- the home of the original owner of Fossil Rim, it is rich with history and wonder!
The history of this house is intertwined with Fossil Rim- the home of the original owner of Fossil Rim, it is rich with history and wonder!
What makes this property unique
Mwalimu holds significant meaning as it is where the former owner of Fossil Rim resided for many years. Every piece of artwork in this house is a collection of from the previous owner's years living abroad in Japan.
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