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5 bedroom house w/pool -- private ranch just 1 hr from Waco

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5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - 5 bedroom house w/pool -- private ranch just 1 hr from Waco (Hico)
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From the hilltop at Starry Creek Ranch, gaze out into the valley and enjoy panoramic views. Explore 95 acres of hill country land with a private pond, creek, hidden Indian cavern and scenic overlooks. End your day relaxing in the pool or enjoying Texas-sized s'mores.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14297 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

5 bedroom house w/pool -- private ranch just 1 hr from Waco

  • Breathe it all in from the top of our private hilltop. Look for miles and miles into the valley below or gaze upward and see magnificent sunrises, sunsets and night skies.

    Explore 95 acres of hill country land as you fish in our private pond, wade in our meandering creek, search for our hidden Indian cavern, or take a break at one of our scenic overlooks.

    End the day with a relaxing swim in the pool and then watch the stars come out as you enjoy some Texas size s'mores. All this and more awaits you as a guest at the Starry Creek Ranch.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

No firearm use or hunting allowed
Release of Liability Form required for all guests

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children must know how to swim

Events

No 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the area

Located in Hico, this holiday home is in a rural area. Meridian State Park and Hamilton City Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Paul and Jane Meyer Observatory and Cowboy Art. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking nearby. Visit our Hico travel guide
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Cranfills Gap, TX

Restaurants

  • Horny Toad Bar & Grill
  • Elk Stop
  • Cranfills Gap Cafe
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 5 bedroom house w/pool -- private ranch just 1 hr from Waco have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is 5 bedroom house w/pool -- private ranch just 1 hr from Waco pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 5 bedroom house w/pool -- private ranch just 1 hr from Waco?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 5 bedroom house w/pool -- private ranch just 1 hr from Waco?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5 bedroom house w/pool -- private ranch just 1 hr from Waco?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 5 bedroom house w/pool -- private ranch just 1 hr from Waco located?

This family-friendly Hico holiday home is located in a rural location, 7.5 mi (12 km) from The Rock Church, and within 16 mi (25 km) of Hamilton County Courthouse and Ringness House Museum. Paul and Jane Meyer Observatory and Meridian State Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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5 bedroom house w/pool -- private ranch just 1 hr from Waco Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 35 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Fantastic Place!

Celebrated my 70th birthday with children and grandchildren - everyone had a lot of fun and it was wonderful celebrating with all 14 in the family! Accommodations, pool table, swimming pool and hiking were all first rate and led to a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice B.

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

The Most Wonderful Place!

Starry Creek Ranch was the perfect spot for our multi-generational family. We had ages 4 to 71 and the single story home was just what we needed. We swam and cooked and played games and explored the property - it was the best!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridget M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Starry Creek Ranch was just perfect for a long holiday weekend with family. The house is newer, spacious, comfortable and a perfect layout for multiple families or groups staying together (two master suites, kids bedrooms, multiple bathrooms). The house itself far exceeded our expectations. The pool was a hit with the kids and provided relaxation for everyone. The views are spectacular and sunset is beautiful. The stars at night are also stunning. My husband enjoyed fishing in the pond every morning and evening. We also loved the adventurous hike to find the Indian cavern — one of the highlights of our stay! This property is unique and the host has thought of every detail to make the stay comfortable and memorable— we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia R.

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

Awesome spot

We stayed for a long weekend. It was amazing! First thing you see as you’re coming up the driveway is the spectacular view. Perfect amount of bedrooms for our stay. Very well stocked kitchen. Every detail is thought of. We would definitely come again fir longer!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rae N.

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

Awesome Family Vacation

The property is absolutely beautiful. The ability to go out the back door and explore the countryside with the beautiful wildflowers, creeks and caves, plus have the pool to enjoy made for the most relaxing time for our family. Thank you so much. We will keep this on the list for places we will come back to.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David and Edith B.

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

Amazing house and property

Well organized and stocked. Everything is labeled. Lots of space and activities. The kids enjoyed the Scavenger Hunt.it was not warm enough to use the pool; we’ll have to return in a warmer season! We enjoyed our family together time in this lovely setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

keeth u.

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

Pics don't even do it justice...

We were blown away with the house and the spectacular view, even after a brutal texas summer, the place was beautiful. Nancy was so nice and helpful. Thank you so very much for hosting! Would absolutely love to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn Y.

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

Beautiful space

We stayed here for a family get together and had a wonderful time. The house is very well appointed, with lots of wonderful touches (labels in the kitchens, tons of indoor and outdoor games, rollaway beds, etc.). We had enough space for our group (6 adults, 5 kids). The backyard is beautiful with a great view of nature and a very comfortable bench swing to watch the sunset. There were tons of stars to view once the sun went down as well. The kiddos enjoyed swimming, feeding the fish, exploring nature, playing games, and dancing along with the Jukebox music. It is a great location and a beautiful and comfortable home!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol K.

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

👍

This property is just as it is represented. We’ve done many vacation rentals and Nancy is definitely the hostess with the mostest. She will bend over backwards to accommodate. All pros and no cons on Starry Creek Ranch. Beautiful home, beautiful scenery and beautifully decorated.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

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

Stunning Ranch House

Upon arrival, everything was clean, neat and aesthetically pleasing. The view from the living room, kitchen and pool was absolutely breathtaking. My family had a wonderful time disconnecting from the world. The House is beautiful. Nancy was very quick to respond to any concerns I had. My family and I really enjoyed ourselves. There were plenty of rooms and beds. The jukebox in the game room was a treat. The scavenger hunt was a hit with the children in our family. I definitely suggest the house for family time or anyone wanting to get away and enjoy peace and quiet. We loved our stay and hope to be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

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

The Perfect Family Ranch in Texas

Oh the view! I cannot say enough good things about our experience, staying at the Starry Sky Ranch in Cranfills Gap. The house has been meticulously curated to accommodate guests. All furnishings are beautiful, Texas appropriate and well though through for the comfort and aesthetic of the home. Also, the labeling! Drawers, cabinets, closets- everything you could need is available and meticulously labeled and easy to find! And the details from the classic vinyl selection in the pool room, the board games, the books on Texas history, geology, cow identification (a favorite with our group!) and the information on local points of interest and easy day trips made us wish we had booked the whole week! We had 12 people at the ranch and had plenty of space and everyone had a great experience! A favorite was the hand drawn map to the hidden Indian cave and the afternoon excursion to find it! (if you are traveling with kids it is very easy to pop the map out of the three ring binder, and also hide that for them to find!) go on the hike. Look for fossils and arrowheads, and make sure to set aside time to town out all the lights and sit out by the pool to watch the sky. The longer you stare the more layers of stars that seem to appear. It truly was magical. We also managed to sneak in a polar plunge at sunset one night.(the pool is beautiful and the 7 year old and young adults were all game for the plunge!) and you could stare out over the valley for hours and fill your heart.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic getaway for the familyHost is fantasticSpecial piece of property!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home and location are perfect! The home was stocked with plenty of tools for cooking and entertaining. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gloria S.

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

Great Relaxing Stay

The hosts are super hosts and go above and beyond to help and accommodate all your needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay K.

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

Great stay!

Beautiful home and location. Nancy was a great host!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzy R.

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

Roomies reunion

Gorgeous views and wonderful accommodations made our weekend memorable!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gene w.

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

Beautiful views and mild weather made it a very peaceful weekend!

We enjoyed everything about the house, pool, and property. Beds were comfortable, everything needed was supplied by owner, and the heated pool was an extra bonus. I highly recommend this home!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rita H.

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

YaYa trip 2023

Loved this location. It was beautiful and any questions we had were answered promptly. Would love to come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy M.

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Wonderful Thanksgiving Getaway

There are just not enough good things I can say about our stay. Owners were very responsive to our questions. Property is breathtaking. Adventure at every turn. Our family greatly benefited from our time here and we are eager to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

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

It was a little peace for us.

It was a beautiful property! Loved every second.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

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

Perfect Getaway

We wanted to get away from our day to day and disconnect from screens for a long weekend with our 3 kids and found this gem! My husband and I, along with our 13, 12 and 10 year old had an incredible time and made memories that will last a lifetime!! We can’t wait to come back again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kindra K.

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

We’ll be back!

Our group rented this as a place to stay for the Hico cookoff. Though a little farther from Hico than we would want, the place checks off all our boxes: enough beds and bathrooms, swimming pool, game room, beautiful view and hiking!!! We’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandy A.

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

Wonderful and Relaxing

We rented this property to celebrate my parents 43rd anniversary. It is a wonderful place to get together with family members relax and enjoy the amazing views. Our host Nancy was great in communicating with any question we had. I would highly recommend this place as a way to get away from it all.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana R.

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

Annual family getaway

This place is amazing. The pictures absolutely do not do it justice. The hosts have thought of everything, and were very quickly available via text message if needed. We always enjoy our summer family getaway, but this year was special. Everyone loved it here. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

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

80th birthday

Very clean and beautiful. Pool and game room great for entertaining various age groups. Lots of room to spread out and visit. Host had everything we could need to have a comfortable stay. Our out of state family was blown away by the beautiful views.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022