M'walimu 4 BR w/ Pool, Farm Stay- Flower Farm, Goats, Pigs, Disc Golf!

Glen Rose, Texas
$591 avg/night
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 4

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 10

Max Sleeps

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!

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  • Feature Features
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  • School District Rates & Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Breakfast Available For A Fee Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    At Least 80% Organic Food Composting Locally Sourced Food Is Prioritized Recycling Reusable Coffee/tea Filters Unit Size: 3000 Sq Ft (279 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Ice Maker Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking Wheelchair-accessible Parking And Van Parking Available
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • POOL/SPA

    Outdoor Pool Private Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    4 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Eco-friendly Toiletries Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair Office
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English Spanish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Fitness Center
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Stereo Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Games Children's Toys Playground Stair Gate Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Housekeeping (on Request) Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    1 On-site Accessible Parking Spaces Designated Smoking Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Wheelchair-accessible Parking Wheelchair-accessible Path Of Travel Wheelchair-accessible Van Parking

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 10

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Wendy F.

    Submitted Sep 21, 2025

    Stayed Sep 19, 2025

    Honestly, I don’t want to write a review telling everyone how amazing this property is - because then it will always be booked and I won’t be able to go back again! Truly, a unique and wonderful destination VRBO. This home is one of five short-term rentals on a 1200 acre property held in a wildlife preservation trust. We enjoyed the homes, and we had a lot of fun visiting the gardens, the farm store, and feeding the goats and pigs. We tried to feed the donkey, but he was shy. I can definitely see us coming back again for more visits in the future!

  • Cindy G.

    Submitted Oct 28, 2024

    Stayed Oct 26, 2024

    Loved it!

  • Robin W.

    Submitted May 31, 2023

    Stayed May 26, 2023

    Our family loved this serene getaway. We enjoyed Fossil Rim Wildlife Park in the morning and a swim in the pool in the afternoon with a lot of family time on the large deck and beautiful grounds.

  • Donna J.

    Submitted May 26, 2023

    Stayed May 11, 2023

    We both stayed at High Hope Ranch and hosted my daughters graduation party.Everything was perfect. There was plenty of room and people were so amazed by the beauty of the property.

  • Mandy G.

    Submitted Mar 25, 2023

    Stayed Mar 23, 2023

    Everything was beyond perfect. The voew is breath taking. Owners are super sweet.

  • Alok M.

    Submitted Nov 28, 2022

    Stayed Nov 11, 2022

    Loved the location and very nice property

  • Justin W.

    Submitted Sep 27, 2022

    Stayed Sep 22, 2022

    We had a wonderful visit. We are excited to go back and spend more time. The farm store is really neat and everyone is so nice. The property is absolutely beautiful. I can’t wait to get back.

  • Patricia C.

    Submitted Aug 8, 2022

    Stayed Aug 3, 2022

    Mwalimu, High Hope's Villa with Pool was so peaceful and relaxing. The layout of the main house and sanctuary was perfect for our girl's trip. Everyone slept so well. We had so much fun, swimming, checking out the books and fun artifacts. AND my big white dog loved exploring the ranch!

  • Joni D.

    Submitted Apr 12, 2022

    Stayed Nov 26, 2021

    Beautiful and peaceful retreat. :)

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$591+
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