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4 D Guest Ranch Barndominium on 260 acres with 300 animals & 2 stocked ponds

Holiday home in Waelder with private pool and kitchen

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor pool
Interior
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Terrace/patio
Nestled on 260 acres of rolling hills, 4D Guest Ranch offers a unique retreat. With private swimming pool and patio area with seating, unwind in style while barbecuing on the large smoker pit or explore over 300 wild animals roaming freely.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14251 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

4 D Guest Ranch Barndominium on 260 acres with 300 animals & 2 stocked ponds

4D Guest Ranch is located on 260 acres of rolling, wooded hills with adventure around every corner. It has 300 wild animals for our guest to view and photograph! Gemsbok, elk, several deer species, antelope, Llamas, sheep, goats, horses, and more. There are 2 stocked ponds that have catfish. The barndo is an amazingly unique rustic but elegant place to stay. It has 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. The master offers a king size bed . 1 room has 2 sets of bunks, one a twin size and one a full size. The other 2 rooms have queen size beds. The 5th bedroom has 2 twin set of bunks. It is an actual barn that has been modified to be a house. The original metal bar doors remain on the left side for their beauty . The bedrooms on the right side have sliding wooden doors for privacy. There is a full kitchen, a great room with a dining area, a living area and game room equipped with a pool table. The living area has plenty of comfortable seating and a 110' projection screen tv. There is also a Harmon Kardon Amp for blue tooth music. It is decorated beautifully with functionality and comfort in mind. The patio area has plenty of seating and 3 flat screens to enjoy while you bar b que on the large wood/charcoal smoker pit and enjoy the gorgeous countryside with your friends and family. Private swimming pool to cool off and relax in. This isn't any ordinary vacation/retreat! When you stay at the ranch you have access to all of the natural beauty and wildlife with a wood burning fire pit under the stars. The barndo now has a laundry room.
Guest bring all needed food, beverages, and ice.
* 6 seater mule @ $220 for a 2 night stay, $100 each additional day
* Hummer H2 @ $220for 2 night stays $100 each additional day

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: smoke outside. Never throw on property!

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,700 square feet

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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

Rules

Must complete rental agreement

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dog must be kept in a crate when unattended.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: The kids will love this laid back place!

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoke outside. Never throw on property!

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

About the area

Map
Waelder, TX

What's nearby

  • Palmetto State Park - 36 min drive - 46.3 km
  • Spoetzl Brewery - 59 min drive - 75.8 km
  • McKinney Roughs Nature Park - 59 min drive - 73.8 km
  • Lake Bastrop - 59 min drive - 71.6 km
  • Bastrop State Park - 59 min drive - 76.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Taqueria Reyna - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Family Traditions Bar-B-Q - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Martinez Highway 90 BBQ - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Krispy Krunchy Chicken - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Crossvine Market - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 4 D Guest Ranch Barndominium on 260 acres with 300 animals & 2 stocked ponds have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is 4 D Guest Ranch Barndominium on 260 acres with 300 animals & 2 stocked ponds pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at 4 D Guest Ranch Barndominium on 260 acres with 300 animals & 2 stocked ponds?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 4 D Guest Ranch Barndominium on 260 acres with 300 animals & 2 stocked ponds?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 4 D Guest Ranch Barndominium on 260 acres with 300 animals & 2 stocked ponds located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 20 miles (32 km) of Huber Lake, Gonzales Memorial Museum and Discoveries From the Past. First Baptist Church and Guadalupe River are also within 25 miles (40 km).

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Reviews

4 D Guest Ranch Barndominium on 260 acres with 300 animals & 2 stocked ponds Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 102 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Taylor C.

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

Spring Break trip

Wonderful property with amazing wildlife. Quiet, clean and great for watching sports and fishing in the ponds. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce A.

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

Great place

Perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynda H., Houston Texas

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

Family time perfection

Perfect trip for my grandkids
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia A.

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

Birthday Weekend

BEAUTIFUL! Great stay with gorgeous weather, place for my pups to run, and great accommodations! I cant wait to book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richie W.

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

Great get away - beautiful animals

My buddies and I stayed here for a long weekend. Easily accommodated 7 grown men. Not a ton going on in the area which is exactly what we were looking for!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina G.

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

Annual vacation trip

We enjoyed our stay. Plenty of room. Saw many animals each day. It did rain a couple of times during our stay so didn't get to explore the property much but able to do movie night, play pool & other games. A little far out but enjoyed the peace & quite. Would recommend to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina D., JERSEY VILLAGE

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

Great time kids!

There was something for everyone, fishing, animals, swimming, tv's. Renting the mule to explore the land and animals was the best. Our grandkids loved it. It is a farm with animals, so bring fly traps for the patio area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great times on the ranch.

The accommodations were outstanding. We had great service and supplies. Ronnie, was always helpful. The children loved the swimming pool and all the animals. Driving the gator to see the animals is a must if you go. We had a marvelous time and would like to go again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Danielle B.

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

Family Summer Trip

We wanted a new experience and we got it. We truly enjoyed riding on the Mule on the property and spotting wildlife, the kids got so excited. The space was plenty big enough for 4 adults and 4 children. I do wish the property had a bit more shade especially for the summer months. The Barndo got warm in the summer sun, but they had plenty of fans and it wasn’t bad. We did come across some scorpions but that’s to be expected with the heat. I wish the pool cues were better, all but 1, were missing the tips making them unusable. Overall it was a fun trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was beautiful. The adults and kids really enjoyed the pool and lots of mule rides. We saw some amazing wildlife during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina M.

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

Family Time

Overall, the facility was great!! Very accommodating and, clean; well stocked with bathroom toiletries and with kitchen supplies. Our only concerns were (1) one of the bathroom doors does not close properly, and (2) the fitted sheet was too small on one of the beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Francisco M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Not All We Had Hoped

We were very hopeful about this property. We read a few reviews and were excited about our stay here. Unfortunately, it was not all we were hoping. I'm going to list these out with brief explanations to help with easy reading for those looking to stay here. THE GOOD:Beautiful property & surrounding area. Beautiful animals on the property were fun to watch and have around.So many stars at night! The bedrooms were nicely decorated. The newer part of the house was nice, and the temp stayed low. THE NOT-SO-GOODA/C takes forever to cool down the big/open area. (77 was the lowest it was during the day.)One bathroom door doesn't close all the way. We had to buy a sign to help people know when we were in there.The BBQ pit grills were in really bad shape, and it had something spoiled with maggots in one of them at the bottom corner. We burned it out on our first day.Kitchen pots and pans need cleaning or replacement.The bedroom door in the new area doesn't lock.The drink fridge needs to be cleaned out from the past guests' items. THE BADThere were lots of scorpions. We had 3 of them outside, 2 by the pool, but we had to deal with 6 scorpions inside the house in random areas. The kids had trouble sleeping at night, thinking about them. I think this needs to be a big warning for people heading out there. We also found a pretty large spider in one of the bathrooms, but compared to the scorpions, we weren't too concerned about it.
One of 3 donkeys we saw.
Plenty of cows. They were very suspicious of us and never came near.
Another donkey friend we met.
We loved this cross on the property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances R.

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

AMAZING PLACE

WOW, what a place. Words cannot totally express how great this place is. The room, for family and friends is fantastic. You feel like you are on safari. Lots of exotic animals that parade right in front of the house everyday around 5 to 6pm. Kitchen is spacious and has a nice gas range and oven. Large refrigerator in the kitchen and a second big beverage snack frig in the game room. You will want for nothing. The pool is just a few steps and has its own gated area. The host are fantastic and very responsive. As Arnold said We Will Be Back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alfred S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina M.

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

Wonderful family/friend trip with lots to do!

If you love the outdoors and a nice, relaxing atmosphere, this is the place to be! The bardo is just perfect! Easy check-in, nice and clean, comfy beds, animals everywhere, great fire pit, nice pool for a quick dip, and rent the mule! It’s worth it! The fishing was great too! We caught several large mouth bass and got in some good laughs with nearby horses farting it up. We loved everything! I want to come back with my siblings and their kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil M.

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

Beautiful Property

Our family had a great time during our stay. The house was clean, and the owners were pleasant and helpful. Our kids loved fishing at the bass pond and watching the wildlife as we explored the property. I would highly recommend renting the mule. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peyton B.

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

Trip

Beautiful property and amazing people. They were super nice and helpful. We rented the side by side and they provided us with feed to use out on the property. We got to see a bunch of really cool animals and had a ton of fun fishing too. We will definitely be going back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan W.

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

2nd stay for family holiday gathering

We loved it so much we came back for another family holiday gathering! This round we saw a noticeable improvement with the on site WiFi connectivity (thank you!). We took full advantage of the kitchen for holiday meal prep (plenty of slow cookers, pots/pans and utensils). There’s a traditional drip coffee machine, no keurig, for morning coffee brewing and a full sized fridge for all of your food storage needs (plus a drinks fridge!). The optional mule available to take trips around the property and viewing the wildlife is a must. The property staff is friendly and attentive if you need any assistance.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

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

Quiet country get away

Definitely off the beaten path! House had everything we needed and plenty of space. We made full use of the pool and enjoyed the pool table and fuseball. Great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd O.

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

Highly recommend

We truly enjoyed our visit and the property. Absolutely beautiful and perfect for us. Great house and pool!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Tony N.

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

It's a barn out in the wild

Would any one in my group stay here again? Probably not. One family that stayed with us (although a little high strung) left a day early because their child and them could not sleep well due to the soft bed and the ac not working well. fine for the rest of us for the most part but not something you expect from a highly rated rental. Their main issue as well as everyone elses was that aside from the master br and 2 bathrooms in the back, the main living area and all other bedrooms run warm. The front most bedroom ac wall unit did not work well. The two open ceiling rooms with bunk beds on the other side have no ac directed in to those rooms and only have a ceiling fan. Main living room when we first checked in was extremely hot in the 80s. Host stated they forgot to turn on the ac and because it was the hottest time of the day to just bear with it... Second day was a little better but still warm. There's 4-5+ standing fans for you to use also...so I assume its well known. It's a barn and you should already know that going in. Floor is hard concrete, and although the entire place felt fairly clean, because it was a barn and had that rustic feel it also didn't feel clean at the same time... definitely did not feel comfortable walking bare footed. Insulation was dangling You will be lucky to have slow internet on your phone and it is dependent on where you are situated in the home. Although wifi is stated as available, we were unable to connect anywhere inside or outside.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

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

Good getaway

Quiet, country living. ponds for fishing, animals for sightseeing. Good setup for our group of 10. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan W.

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

Great place to disconnect and fantastic night sky view

My family spent 3 nights for a holiday break at the Barndo and had a great time. With 3 bathrooms, plenty of beds, and large amount of open space and seating for all seven of us, we enjoyed some time away from the holiday shoppers with quiet surroundings and nice night sky visibility. The 6-seater mule was a hit and we explored the grounds daily to see the livestock, ponds, and various deer and birds in the area. The kitchen was well stocked with gear to prep our Thanksgiving meal as well as a large dining table which provided more than enough space for our crew. Unlike most rentals, there is no keurig, just drip machine. Bring a telescope! We had a fantastic view of a meteor shower and had fun playing “spot the starlink satellites” over a campfire with s’mores. Things to keep in mind: I do not say “disconnect” lightly as a description. Internet access is minimal (email and texting access at most via guest WiFi at roughly 4-5Mbps download speed max). I highly suggest downloading offline maps of the area since cell-service is limited to one bar at best, if you have any signal at all. We had some delay to our arrival time and found it very challenging trying to find the front gate after sunset. The same is true if you want to play your own tunes; download your playlists in advance. All of this aside, our stay was a nice break from the all too often social media and news overload. If you really need some TV time, the DirectTV option offers plenty of stations.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

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

Loads of Fun

Our stay was nothing but fun! Too many rides in the pasture to count! Exotics seen on every ride. Fishing provided many fun catches! Swimming, outdoor fire pit with smores, games of pool and foosball. Comfortable indoor living area. Comfortable outdoor seating. Plenty of room for large party to spread out in. Nothing but good to say. Surprised by supplied water, ice and wood! Everyone in our party left talking about wanting to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Ranch

Really enjoyed ourselves had a blast.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023