Johnson City, Texas
Whether you are craving an escape from the city and reconnecting with nature or a great place to explore all the Texas Hill Country has to offer, you'll find it here at Rancho de Vida. The relaxing starts when you turn your car into the gate. This 110-plus-year-old farmhouse has been lovingly restored and burnished into a wonderful gathering place for friends & family. It's the Texas Hill Country meets Marfa in the shadow of a 400-year-old oak in the backyard.
Dine under the canopy of the lighted oak, enjoy a campfire and gaze at the stars. Hike the property's bluffs and creek beds, float in the limestone bottom seasonal creek, take in the sunshine from the hammock and tree swing. We built a 24-foot round plaster "stock tank" swimming pool with filters, etc., to cool off and swim in. Play pickleball in our Quonset hut that with lights to extend the day's fun (net, balls and paddles are all here).
Rancho de Vida has a beautiful hilltop area with an arbor and lots of seating. Take in the views across the valley and toast each sunset. There's a stage for kids to do skits or hone their chops for the big time and a dance floor for boot scootin' to music under trees lit up with patio lights. Roast marshmallows and tell tall tales around the rock fire pit.
Keep your whole family together on your getaway...we love dogs, and dogs love us. Well-behaved, house-broken dogs are welcome. We charge $25 per night, per dog. Just let us know in advance.
Rancho de Vida has been the site of many weddings. If you are interested, please find our Rancho de Vida website with more info. (We cannot book weddings through VRBO). We charge an event fee for weddings and gatherings with additional guests.
Rancho de Vida is located right in the middle of the New Napa---at least fifty wineries are in a 20-minute drive. Historic Fredericksburg is a short drive, as is Luckenbach if you want to do some boot scootin'. Two state parks, both with water for swimming, and the LBJ National Park and the Western White House are within 15 minutes. Explore the parklike setting of bluffs and creek beds on our 68-acres and bike the quiet backroads that surround the property.
Main house: 1st-floor has a kitchen-dining room area, reading nook, sunroom, living room, master bedroom and bath. Second floor has two bedrooms and a half bath. One bedroom has one full-size bed and one queen bed, and the second bedroom has one queen bed .
Across the yard is the bunkhouse area. It has an expansive glassed-in living room with a large, comfy sectional couch, big screen TV and bar area. Watch your favorite team together while taking in the agave garden and pool area.
Need more room A fun, air-conditioned and heated bunkhouse is an optional add-on & sleeps 9 more guests. A large bathhouse is adjacent to the bunkhouse for all guests to use and has two walk-in showers, two toilets, two sinks, and plenty of room for getting ready for a hill country night out.
Ranch location & local attractions: Austin- 1 hour away
San Antonio-1 hour away
Johnson City--10 minutes
Luckenbach-15 minutes
Marble Falls -boating & golf-- 20 minutes
Enchanted Rock & Pedernales State Park-hiking 15 to 20 minutes
Fredericksburg festivals & shopping--20 minutes
Texas Hill Country Wine Trail---10 minutes
LBJ National Historical Park--10 minutes
There are now 70-plus wineries within 20 minutes of Rancho de Vida. Let us assist you in scheduling your wine country tour---limo services are available for you and your group.
The new Hill Country Science Mill is a great outing for kids and students of all ages. In an old, converted mill in Johnson City, the Hill Country Science Mill is a family destination offering a fun, interactive learning environment for all ages. Through cutting-edge technology-based exhibits, games, and programs, the Science Mill expands students' understanding and appreciation of science in their everyday lives. By igniting their curiosity and inspiring them to pursue post-secondary education, the Science Mill experience starts students on the path to a life-long career in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM).
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We were 3 families and we spent a wonderful time in the Ranch. it was very hot and the pool was welcome The bunker bedroom was perfect also for teens. we will come back with pleasure. there is everything you need to spend a wonderful time. thanks
This property gave us everything we needed for a relaxing weekend among friends. The pool is larger than it looks and was a perfect temperature in the late afternoon for a swim after a day of visiting wineries. The kitchen is well appointed, so if you like to cook then you are all set. There are no showers in the main house, but we enjoyed the bunkhouse showers and walking back to the main house just fine. Stunning views, great location, really good WiFi and a great host. We would stay here again!
We chose Rancho de Vida because to celebrate her birthday with our closest family and friends! It was exactly what we were looking for and beyond amazing! Ms Mueller was so nice and friendly, wonderful to work with. Close enough to both Johnson City and Fredericksburg. We look so forward to returning one day!
Beautiful property. Would definitely stay here again.
Very fun property
Rancho de Vida is a beautiful house in the Texas Hill Country, far enough off the beaten path to see a sky full of stars, but situated between Johnson City and Fredericksburg so there are plenty of options for food, wineries and shopping. Mary Pat was a perfect hostess, with great communication, easy check in, and a well-kept slice of heaven. If you are looking for a comfortable spot to get away with family or friends, Rancho de Vida is the perfect place!
We loved this location and this property!! We were just a short drive from Lukenbach where we enjoyed an amazing concert! We sat by the fire every night and the kids had a blast in the bunkhouse!
Delightful!
Great private location in a beautiful area where my family and there kids had a really good time
This was a fabulous property, perfect size for the whole family!
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