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Gorgeous Retreat and Event Hall with Private 8 Acre Stocked Fishing Lake

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8 Acre Lake
Beautiful 8 Acre Fishing Lake, with Campground
Waterfront
Beach area with floating dock
Great for fishing

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 80743.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Bellville, TX
  • Austin County Jail Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • CHI St. Joseph Health Bellville Hospital
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Blue Bell Creameries
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Eagle Lake, TX (ELA)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 80)

Additional Cabin Rental Available - Cabin 3

+8
5 Double Beds and 7 Single Bunk Beds

Cabin 1

+36
33 Single Beds, 2 King Beds and 5 Double Beds

Cabin 2

+34
33 Single Beds, 3 Double Beds and 2 King Beds

3 bathrooms

Additional Rental Fee / Cabin 3 Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Cabin 1 Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Cabin 2 Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Gorgeous Retreat and Event Hall with Private 8 Acre Stocked Fishing Lake

Encompassing 10 acres, Camp Journey is a place to rest, play, and connect. Located at the entryway to the Texas Hill Country in the heart of Austin County. This rustic retreat destination is a perfect place for family reunions, church gatherings, or corporate retreats.

(The rental includes a dining hall, dance hall, and two cabins that sleep up to 80 ppl. A third cabin is available to rent for groups larger than 80ppl with an additional fee.)

Property manager

Colin Coates
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 80
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Bellville

Located in Bellville, this campsite is in a rural area and on a lake. Bluebonnet Shopping Center and Peckerwood Garden are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Stephen F. Austin State Park and Margaret Chesley Memorial Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Jackson Street Park, or check out an event or a game at Spencer Field.
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Bellville, TX

What's nearby

  • Austin County Jail Museum - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
  • CHI St. Joseph Health Bellville Hospital - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Blue Bell Creameries - 22 min drive - 23.4 km
  • Prairie View A&M University - 39 min drive - 43.7 km
  • Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park - 47 min drive - 42.8 km

Getting around

  • Eagle Lake, TX (ELA) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bellville Meat Market - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Trump Burger - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Hill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Newman's Bakery - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Gorgeous Retreat and Event Hall with Private 8 Acre Stocked Fishing Lake have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Gorgeous Retreat and Event Hall with Private 8 Acre Stocked Fishing Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this campsite allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Gorgeous Retreat and Event Hall with Private 8 Acre Stocked Fishing Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous Retreat and Event Hall with Private 8 Acre Stocked Fishing Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous Retreat and Event Hall with Private 8 Acre Stocked Fishing Lake located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly campsite is within 6 mi (10 km) of CHI St. Joseph Health Bellville Hospital, Margaret Chesley Memorial Park, and Austin County Jail Museum. Bellville City Hall and City of Bellville Public Library are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Audrey K.

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

Perfect for retreats!

We stayed here with our student organization and absolutely loved it! The space was perfect for our group—plenty of room to spread out while still feeling connected. We used the trail for a peaceful prayer walk, grilled burgers together, and used the dance hall for worship and skits—it was the ideal setup for our retreat. The dining area was spacious, the cabins were clean and cozy, and the check-out process was super easy. We felt really at home and had such a sweet time together. We're already talking about coming back in the future. Highly recommend for any group gathering or retreat!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sayed Ali H.

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

Family time

We stayed at this place with family and friends and we enjoyed every single moment. I’d recommend this place for families and friends who would like to have a place to stay and enjoy their time. The only thing that I’d recommend to the host is to take care of some of the mattresses which are a bit old and one may not be comfortable sleeping on them. The rest was just amazing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meredith M.

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

Perfect place!

My org absolutely loved having our sisterhood retreat here! Colin was so helpful with any questions and there was so many amenities for us to enjoy. The place is beautiful as well! I would definitely recommend :)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher H.

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

Organization Retreat

We loved our stay here. So much to do and such a great spot for a big group of guys.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madison B.

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

Sisterhood retreat

It was amazing! We had fun exploring the property and enjoying the company!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane W.

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

Summer Camp Themed Party

We had an absolute blast! Our friend group came out for a summer camp themed weekend and this was the perfect spot for it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent B.

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

Excellent family reunion location

Such a great time. We have been coming to Camp Journey for many years for our annual family reunion with 40+ people. Love the facilities and our hosts are amazing. Colin and Suzette are the best! Thanks again for another fantastic year!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

737 T.

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

Large Group/Student Film

Genuinely gorgeous campsite. Run by an amazing host, it’s the perfect place for family/friend groups to come getaway and enjoy some nature. Colin goes above and beyond to make sure everything is ready for you and answers all questions promptly. Newley renovated, the insides of all the buildings were nice and clean. Kitchen as well. The three cabins provided more than enough beds and the majority of them had thick/comfortable mattresses, with multiple bathroom stalls in each cabin. Colin is continuously renovating and making improvements to the space so I wouldn’t be surprised if new additions are added soon! If I could give 10 stars I would. Will be returning soon.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kojo P.

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

Great Camp

Great Camp. Had everything we needed and stayed cool in the middle of the summer. Only thing we wouldve liked is wifi but theres cell phone coverage so we used a hotspot.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hunter M.

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

Awesome experience

Great location and Great Host.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sierra L.

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

Great Place!

Colin was super helpful, communicative and accommodating throughout the process. His property is beautiful and had everything we needed to have a great time!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

William R.

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

Great Event

Had a wonderful time at this location housing 50 people! Very clean, very fun, and good amenities! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

Beautiful Property

Great place for rest and relaxtion. Owner Colin was very accommodating and provided all amenties necessary for a perfect event
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Belle W.

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

Great Stay!

Our Labor Day Weekend Trip was a blast with about 40 people in attendance. The event space, dining hall, and kitchen are all spectacular. It was fabulous to use the basketball court for all kinds of games, sand volleyball, kayaks, paddleboards, and canoes. Colin was very responsive and helpful throughout the weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent B.

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

Amazing family reunion stay

We absolutely love this property. Perfect for our family reunion of roughly 50 people. So much to do and enjoy here. And property owners continue to improve it. We plan to return for many years to come. Colin (owner) is great to work with. Very responsive, very kind, and extremely accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel V., Houston, USA

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

All around great experience.

Everyone in attendance at our little gathering was struck at how great the place was and what it had to offer in the way of activities. The kitchen area was awesome with a commercial size sink and stove and lots of utensils and cookware to use if we needed them. The facility was in a transition phase and under construction in some areas, but the host made sure that everything was presentable and was super accommodating to our special requests. There was always an open line of communication with Mr. Coates and he would respond promptly to all of our questions throughout the booking and stay. I would recommend this place for a family gathering in a heartbeat. It's a great value for the money.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

CindiMarie M.

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

Something for everyone

The accommodations met the needs of our group and there was something for everyone to do while we spent our time together. We are definitely coming back again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monica H.

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

Great Place

This was the perfect place for my family. We had 50 people in this party and it was enough space for everyone. The property was clean. The property owner was very helpful and available. The canoes was great. The fishing was catch and release and it was good. We enjoyed the basketball courts, volleyball, and the event center. I would definitely recommend this place for big gatherings. It is appropriate for all ages. Only thing I could say con was the pool was not available but it was not listed as being available. It would have been a great amenity to the property. I would revist Camp Journey in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Great Time

Location is great and the property is very nice. Lodging is simplistic but it is more than adequate. Lake is very pretty, and the courts on the property are fun to use as well. Would return again, was a great place for our retreat!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Colin Coates

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English

Premier Host

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