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Beautiful Texas Hill country, amazing views, and farm living

Experience the tranquil beauty of Florence's countryside while sipping wine at Vineyard of Florence nearby. Take in the rustic charm by visiting friendly farm animals.

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Perched on a 10-acre hilltop overlooking Florence's vineyards, this charming retreat offers a spacious living room and fully stocked kitchen. Relax under the shade of a 400-year-old oak tree or visit with friendly farm animals like horses and peacocks.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

About the area

Located in Florence, this farm stay is in a rural area. The Williamson Museum and Georgetown Palace Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Salado Glassworks and Mel's Lone Star Lanes. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Florence travel guide
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Florence, TX

What's nearby

  • Salado Creek
    4 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Cowan Creek Golf Course
    13 min drive - 25.0 km
  • White Wing Golf Club
    14 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Legacy Hills Golf Club
    16 min drive - 27.3 km
  • Stillhouse Hollow Lake
    19 min drive - 26.8 km

Getting around

  • Killeen, TX (GRK-Killeen-Fort Hood Regional)
    29 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Vineyard at Florence
    4 min drive
  • D. Boones Country Store & Cafe
    5 min drive
  • Florence Diner
    6 min drive
  • Farmers Commons
    15 min walk
  • La Fuente Mexican Restaurant
    6 min drive

About this property

Beautiful Texas Hill country, amazing views, and farm living

Farm stay in a rural location
Take advantage of a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities at Beautiful Texas Hill country, amazing views, and farm living. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this farm stay include:
  • Breakfast (surcharge), barbecues and outdoor furniture
  • A video library, smoke-free property and games
Room features
All guest rooms at Beautiful Texas Hill country, amazing views, and farm living have perks, such as fireplaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as Internet access.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • 2 bathrooms with showers and shower/bath combinations
  • TVs with DVD players
  • Porches or lanais, outdoor lighting and kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Things to do

  • Games
  • Video library

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Spa

  • Massage

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk hours vary at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Have fun , enjoy the farm animals . Children must be in the adults immediate company when close ALL farm animals . Stay 8’ AWAY from the Longhorns .

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Leashes mandatory, $25 addl charge

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 are allowed on site
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Texas Hill country, amazing views, and farm living pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Beautiful Texas Hill country, amazing views, and farm living?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Texas Hill country, amazing views, and farm living?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Texas Hill country, amazing views, and farm living located?

Situated in a rural location, this farm stay is within 16 miles (25 km) of Cowan Creek Golf Course, White Wing Golf Club and Stillhouse Hollow Lake. Legacy Hills Golf Club and Pilot Knob Vineyard are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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Reviews

Beautiful Texas Hill country, amazing views, and farm living Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bill (William) is a great host and the property, animals and accommodations are extraordinary! We came to the area to visit family and friends and found ourselves sometimes wanting to just hang out here instead, but we couldn’t do that. Maybe next time!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol N.

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

A wonderful, relaxing weeke

We had a wonderful weekend and the host, Bill, went above and beyond to answer all of our questions and take care of our needs. The views are on the deck was calming and the animals were a fun plus. The beds were great and we all slept well. We will be using again. Carol
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip R.

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

Visit from WV

Grandparents recently moved into retirement community in Georgetown. We drove from West Virginia for a visit. The location was great for our family of six. They enjoyed interaction with all the various animals and beautiful surroundings. Grandparents enjoyed visiting with us on the back porch and admired the Longhorns as well as the country setting.And the drive to Georgetown was easy.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana M.

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

Wonderful

Wonderful service, very clean and cozy house, I felt like home. I truly recommend this property!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amberlee S.

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

Feels like home

This is the second time we have stayed at this property and again we were sad to leave. It literally feels like home (but with a better climate!) There is not a bad comment to be made, everything from cleanliness to hospitality, it has it all. I highly highly recommend!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra J.

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

Slice of Heaven

Highly recommend staying here!! It was beyond our expectations! Everything you need and more! Loved the longhorns, horses, peacocks, chickens, etc. Beautiful views and convenient to Vineyard where we attended a wedding!! We did not want to leave!! Thank you Bill for being the best host!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

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

Country living

We enjoyed our stay here at Billy guest house. My kiddos loved seeing and interacting with the animals especially the horses and peacocks. Hanging out on the patio. Quiet neighborhood. We will definitely reserve again. Thank you so much for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

dawn m.

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

Awesome stay!

My family and I had a wonderful stay at Bill’s property! We were in town for a wedding at the vineyard. House was clean and nicely decorated! All amenities were provided! Plenty of linens provided too! The farm animals were the special added touch we didn’t know we needed! We will have to come back again as we didn’t spend enough time enjoying it! Thanks Bill!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey V.

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

Peaceful weekend retreat with friends

We had such a beautiful weekend. Bill was one of the best hosts I have had with a booking like this. He was so friendly and welcoming. We felt right at home. The property itself is wonderful and relaxing. We spent our nights on the porch listening to the wind chimes, chatting, and playing cards. We couldn’t have asked for anything better. The animals were a huge plus. Now I can say I have seen a peacock!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

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

“Country Chime” was charming

Our stay at country chime was amazing! We loved being out of the “big city” and we really enjoyed being on the ranch with the beautiful views, Longhorn steer, peacocks and chickens. It was a Texas stay like no other. Our host and ranch hand were so nice and accommodating, giving us farm fresh eggs and helping us set up the fire pit in the evening. The near by winery and restaurant were an added special treat. It was exactly what we were hoping for on our first trip to Texas!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Isabel T.

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

Awesome Experience

We came for a wedding and selected this home because we needed accommodations that were dog friendly. We were not prepared to just fall in love with this place! The owner, Bill,is amazing and friendly and also ready to assist with anything you need. The animals were wonderful to interact with or look at. The view is spectacular. The home was so comfortable and a great escape from the heat. We really enjoyed everything about this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amberlee S.

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

Amazing

We literally couldn’t ask for more. Was just like walking into our own home. We arrived super late at night because of flights and Bill had the home all lit up for us. The animals were absolutely amazing. My kiddos loved it as well. The best part….the showers!! Holy moly! Best VRBO we have ever stayed in. We will be back next fall!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

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

More fun than we imagined, just the best!

Our small group of friends meets each year at a different VRBO location, usually in Texas. Our stay at Country Chimes was by far our favorite rental out of 15 years of meet ups. The website photos really don’t do it justice. The property owner was a fantastic host and so personable and attentive but also careful not to be intrusive. Communication was great, house amenities were very comfortable and the ambiance of having his ranch livestock including chickens, peacocks, retired race horses and Texas longhorns as well as his two sweet dogs all available and in close proximity to the house was an unforgettable experience. The area around the town of Florence was quaint and serene and included picturesque vineyards and wide open land for cattle ranches. Kudos to Bill for being such a creative and respectful host and allowing us to hang out on his property to enjoy a peaceful and memorable retreat.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirk T.

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

Taste of Texas

Looking for a taste of Texas? Stop looking and book here NOW! All the space and amenities you could ask for. Great communication with Bill the host started before we even arrived. Pull up and watch your jaw drop. REAL Texas Longhorns, beautiful horses, gorgeous peacocks, free range chickens and a friendly lil cat with a meow you could probably hear from the road, to begin a great stay. The interior of the home was welcoming with it's decor and provided a comfortable stay. There is so much to offer with the property, we wish we could have stayed longer to enjoy it all. Quick access from the Highway and close to town for any goods you may need. Bill was overly gracious with our entire group. I highly recommend booking this property. I just hope it won't be at the same time as us because WE WILL be back!! Thank you again Bill for everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

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

We had a wonderful stay, there aren't enough superlatives

I highly recommend this property! Country Chime ranch house could easily be a "destination" in itself. We were there for the eclipse but we would have been happy just hanging out at the house for our whole visit. The rural setting was relaxing, the animals were entertaining (seriously, even the steers were interesting to watch as they grazed), and the house was comfortable, clean, and impeccably maintained. The A/C kept the house at a cool, comfortable temperature. The host provided a basket of snacks (we treated ourselves to some microwave popcorn), some commonly-forgotten items in the bathroom (Band-aids, mouthwash, a brand-new-in-package toothbrush, and much more), and some coffee in the kitchen for the drip coffeemaker. He even left delicious fresh eggs from the resident chickens in the fridge for us. I met Bill briefly one morning as he was doing chores for the animals and we had a really nice conversation. Oh, and since I mentioned the rural setting, I'll also mention that you might worry about not having access to food or groceries, but the nearby tiny town of Florence had a great little coffee shop, grocery store, and even a donut shop - so you don't *have* to eat all your meals at the house, although you'll probably want to. It was really hard to leave. Sitting on the deck with the friendly cat, listening to the tinkling of the chimes, and rocking in one of the chairs while feeling the spring breeze was the pinnacle of the trip - well, except for the eclipse.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pictures drew us in but the host, serenity of the place and interactions with the animals won our hearts. Would absolutely stay there again and again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Caitlyn N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The fire pit and fenced in area was a nice bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wes C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable house and peaceful location. Friendly animals and a great host. It was perfect accommodations for a guys weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanell W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect. The only I wish was that I would have booked for a couple more days and had my grandkids with me. Such a peaceful setting, comfortable beds, stocked kitchen, very nice furnishings. Everything in yard looks like it should be in a magazine. The owner of the property was as nice as can be.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole L.

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

Great experience

Can't wait to stay again. Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean H.

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

Beautiful Hill Country farmhouse

Beautiful home with superb bathroom updates, but retaining overall farmhouse charm.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great getaway in a beautiful spot! We loved it and will stay again.

10/10 Excellent

Tyler B.

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

Amazing stay

This was such an amazing property, can’t be more thankful for it. Bill is awesome, we’ll definitely be coming back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven N.

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

Peaceful place to stay

Host was very friendly and accommodating. The location is very peaceful with great view.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

todd h.

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

Great county trip

Very good visit to the ranch
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024