Sleep 40+ Lakeside Retreat on 53 Acre Ranch | House in La Grange
11 Bedroom House in La Grange
Welcome to Peaceful Waters Retreat, located 1 hour from Austin and 2 hours from Houston. We are Texas' only earthblock retreat center, on 53 acres with private lake & pond.
Perfect for large families and retreats, this property is amenity-packed and surrounded by nature for a truly memorable gathering. Amenities include pools, hot tubs, sauna, steam room, gym, game room, and more!
This listing is for a whole property buyout: Retreat Center + Ranch House.
For slightly smaller events, check out our listing for just the Retreat Center, sleeping 26+ people.
Maps & floor plans available, just message and ask!
RETREAT CENTER (9,500 ft²)
- 8 BR 8 Bath - 20 beds + 6 sleeper sofas
- Meeting/yoga room (1100 ft²)
- Great Room (dining + kitchen + lounge – 1200 ft²) – Fully equipped professional kitchen, dining seats 40+
- In-ground pool with volleyball and pool toys (pool heating optional: $75)
- Family friendly amenities available: Ping pong, arcade game, kids toys, and board games!
- 75” TV available upon request
- Bounce house available ($75)
- 8 person hot tub
- Firepit for cozy evenings and s’mores
- Spacious patio with grill
RANCH HOUSE (2,300 ft²)
- 3 BR 4.5 Bath - 6 beds + 4 sleeper sofas
- Above-ground pool with pool toys (closed Nov-April)
- 8 person hot tub overlooking the pond
- Steam room + dry sauna
- Gym
- Game room
- Large deck w/grill
- Fire pit for s’mores
- RV electrical hookup available for extra fee
THE PROPERTY
- 53 acres to explore
- 5 acre private lake w/SUPs, canoe, and row boat
- Catch and release fishing allowed
- 2 mi. hiking/biking trails
FARM & WILDLIFE
- Abundant wildlife: Deer, heron, frogs, wild turkeys, and playful otter families
- Meet our equine, bunnies, goats, and chickens – free tour available!
PRIVACY & POLICIES
- You will have private access to all 53 acres of Peaceful Waters Retreat
- Staff will be onsite for farm/ranch tasks, but your privacy will be respected
- Quiet hours: 10PM to 8AM.
- Check in is 4PM, and check out is 11AM. If our calendar permits, we can accommodate early check in or late check out for a fee.
- We treat and maintain buildings to reduce bugs, but this is the countryside – no refunds for pests.
- No events or parties without pre-approval.
- Events (such as a wedding, party, or any gathering with daytime guests not staying overnight) require a $500 “event” fee, and you’ll need to obtain event liability insurance (typically $150–$300).
- Rental agreement required (you’ll receive a link after booking)
- $1000 refundable security deposit.
Please remember to communicate these “Ranch Rules” to your guests:
- Hot tub: Cover & buckle after use (or it gets gross)
- Doors & A/C: Keep doors closed when running A/C to avoid breaking it
- Pool: No glass in pool area
- No driving on the grass, it can damage irrigation & septic
- Garbage bags go in bins! (or critters get into them)
- Respect the property: Please treat the place like it’s your own
Sleep 40+ Lakeside Retreat on 53 Acre Ranch is located in La Grange. Sleep 40+ Lakeside Retreat on 53 Acre Ranch provides accommodation, featuring Air Conditioner, Pet Friendly, Private Pool, among other amenities. This House features Air Conditioner, Pet Friendly, Private Pool, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Sleep 40+ Lakeside Retreat on 53 Acre Ranch has 11 Bedrooms , 13 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 40 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the La Grange has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in La Grange, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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Air conditioning
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Towels provided
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Hair dryer
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Toilet paper
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13+ bathrooms
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Bathtub or shower
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Soap
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Shampoo
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Bed sheets provided
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11 bedrooms
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Dining table
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Living room
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Dining room
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Fireplace
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Coffee grinder
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Stovetop
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Coffee/tea maker
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Dishwasher
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Electric kettle
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Microwave
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Refrigerator
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Oven
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Toaster
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Washing machine and dryer
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Laundry facilities
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Beach sun loungers
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Beach towels
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Onsite parking
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Pet friendly
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4 total pets
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Welcoming dogs only
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Smoke-free property
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
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2 stairs to reach property
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No elevators
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Fitness center
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Kayak on site
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Arcade/game room
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Video games
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Games
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Smart TV
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Stereo
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Table tennis
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Eco-friendly cleaning products used
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Recycling
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Double-glazed windows
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Unit size: 11000 sq ft (1022 sq m)
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Composting
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At least 80% lighting from LEDs
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English
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Spanish
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On the lake
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On the waterfront
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Playground
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Children's games
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Children's toys
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Iron/ironing board
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Chef
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WiFi available, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
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Patio
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Outdoor furniture
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Garden
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Barbecue grill
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Firepit
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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Heated pool
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Private pool
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Sauna
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Outdoor pool
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Hot tub
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 99 special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation this property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products