Loveddddd my night at The Ranch!! The room was so cute, the owners are incredibly friendly, the…read morebreakfast was scrumptious, and my dog loved walking around the grounds (on leash, of course). If I'm ever in Palestine, I will definitely stay at The Ranch!

Very unique B & B. Friendly owners and good food. We visit every year. A perfect place to relax…read morefor the entire day.

Our family rode the Piney Woods Express in the Presidential Car, and it was the perfect finale to…read moreour East Texas vacation. We booked seats in the Presidential Car, "Miss Joyce," and the experience was outstanding from beginning to end. The car features a comfortable mix of couches and chairs, with seating selected when you book your tickets. It created a relaxed atmosphere that made the four-hour excursion feel special without being overly formal. Our train attendant, Miss Joyce, was absolutely wonderful. She was warm, welcoming, and attentive throughout the trip, and it's easy to see why the car proudly bears her name. When we arrived at our seats, each passenger had a complimentary bottle of water and a snack box filled with watermelon, grapes, pretzels, and cheese cubes. The trip began with a champagne toast for the adults and sparkling apple cider for those who preferred it, which was a fun touch that made the experience feel like an occasion. Additional drinks, candy, and popcorn were available for purchase throughout the ride, and the attendants happily took orders and kept a running tab, making everything very convenient. During the stop in Rusk, we had time to stretch our legs and enjoy lunch. A converted railcar serves as a concession stand, offering items like hot dogs, nachos, chicken salad sandwiches, hoagies, and pulled pork sandwiches, with the option to purchase meals that include chips and a drink. There are picnic tables available, or you can take your lunch back to the train while it's parked at the station. We later learned that meal pre-orders are available, although we didn't notice that information when booking our tickets. The return trip to Palestine was a little quicker but just as enjoyable. From departure at 11:00 a.m. until our return around 3:00 p.m., the entire excursion was relaxing, scenic, and very well organized. If you're looking for a unique family outing in East Texas, we highly recommend upgrading to the Presidential Car. Between the comfortable seating, thoughtful amenities, excellent service, and beautiful scenery, it was an experience we'll remember for a long time.

My wife and I drove up from Austin for an overnight trip to Palestine, Texas, to take the evening…read moredinner train ride on the Texas State Railroad. We sat in the skylight car. Our experience was okay, but just okay. The train car was comfortable, though noticeably dated and in need of some freshening up. The bathroom was unpleasant -- no soap, no paper towels -- and it felt like the cars hadn't received any real attention in years. The train ride itself was pleasant enough, but too long for what it offered. The scenery consists mostly of trees lining both sides of the track, with occasional glimpses of meadows. Nothing dramatic. The train crept along at a snail's pace -- more, I suspect, to fill time than for any safety reasons. The midpoint stop was the highlight of the trip. We had dinner with live music in a lovely setting near a small lake -- genuinely enjoyable. However, the scheduled 1¼-hour stop stretched to nearly 1¾ hours, as we sat on the train for almost 30 minutes without moving before heading back. We arrived over 15 minutes later than scheduled. A few other notes: the train has no Wi-Fi, and the entire three-hour ride is accompanied by piped-in 1940s big band music. The first 30 minutes were fine; after that, it became tedious. Overall, I'd give this experience a 3 out of 5 -- and that's being generous, given the price.

We ate here for lunch and then came back for breakfast the next morning. Everything was amazing and…read morethe service was awesome. They definitely make things to order and care how they make it for you. We got the Poboy with fries and the Club sandwich. Highly recommend both of those items. Their club sandwich was incredible. The next day we got the big breakfast and a small breakfast. One of us had the hash brown patties it comes with and the other ordered the breakfast potatoes. Since one of us was trying to eat a lot less fat, they custom made those potatoes with very little oil. Everything was so good and their biscuits and gravy just needed a little pepper and it was perfect. I only have pictures of the breakfast, but I highly recommend this place.

Food was surprisingly top notch, and the service was spectacular. You would not expect that from a…read morefishing lake cafe ! Great hours (even open Easter Weekend)! No wonder so many locals go and eat there! Highly recommend. Not formal nor semi formal, but about one step below casual;) Great food, prices and service!

I highly recommend this B&B. Nice hosts, very clean, well located in Palestine. Good times…read morealready. Can't wait for breakfast in the morning. Update : Saturday we woke up to the smell of bacon. Breakfast was individually plated - thick/crispy bacon, blueberry pancakes, side of eggs (if requested) and a yogurt parfait with berries. All very good - but pancakes were exceptional. Tom the owner and chief everything was great and provided several suggestions and tips about the area as well.

The warmth that I felt when I walked in…read more.. This bed and breakfast was in fact the highlight of my year!!! My mother and I stopped in for the night as we were to attend a wedding the next day. They greeted us when we arrived, showed us around and left us to our night. In the morning breakfast was cooked to order and when I say it was perfect, oh my! And I am the breakfast police lol! The place was very clean, quiet, well maintained and just decorated so very well!!! The couple that owned the place were perfect, nice, more than accommodating, sweet, warm and most of all competent-- they weren't overbearing. It was my first B&B stay, so I had my reservations of course but the BAR IS SET!!! If I'm ever in Palestine again, this is where you'll be able to find me & I really wish my family had just booked the entire B&B, that would have been SO spectacular!! Thanks guys for the amazing stay!

Reservation: I called in the middle of three week, left a message. He called me back the next…read moreday, and I was able to book a reservation for my son's birthday dinner on Sunday. He was very accommodating. Restaurant: it's very quaint. We will have to check out the bed and breakfast next time. Service: super nice and friendly. I love family owned establishments because they feel warmer and unique than chain restaurants. Food: great food! See pictures. I can't wait to try breakfast next time.

Excellent food. Cozy, clean, pleasant environment. We dined here two nights in a row. Indoor and…read moreoutdoor dining available. Chef Webster is personable and accomplished. He has created a lovely dinning experience. We will visit Palestine again just to visit this Restaurant.

Beautiful hotel with fantastic people. Our room was lovely. Windows on three sides. We ate in the…read morerestaurant twice. Staff was helpful and so pleasant. The gallery owner was a really nice man.

A true gem of a hotel. Historic building charmingly redone. No cold corporate cookie cutter…read moreenvironment. Real people that embody the warm and welcoming charm of great East Texas folks. Super bar and restaurant. Not a flaw in the whole experience. Do yourself a favor and forget about the Holiday Inn. Stay with some folks who care about how you treated. You will not be disappointed.