Paranormal Activity Cut Our Visit Short!…read more We were looking forward to a relaxing weekend at Belle Oaks and were drawn in by the charming photos and description. But from the moment we arrived, it was clear that--while still beautiful--the inn was showing signs of wear, a faded echo of its restored glory from 20 years ago. What we liked: The property retains a nostalgic charm, with antiques adorning every corner. The hosts greeted us warmly and shared a bit of the inn's history. To their credit, they did warn us that the older electrical circuits might cause occasional flickering lights. What we didn't expect: Lights turning on and off by themselves. The television powering on in the middle of the night. Bed sheets being pulled off us while we slept. Feeling as if I was being touched and it wasn't my husband. The paranormal energy was far more intense than we'd anticipated--and ultimately, we decided to cut our trip short. Other concerns: The pool was dirty, and while breakfast was tasty, it was surprisingly sparse. As someone who's stayed in many bed and breakfasts, this was the first time I've encountered a buffet-style setup with no table settings, no water service, and a limited selection. We left both hungry and unnerved. Speaking with locals we learned that stories abound about hauntings in Gonzales.

Friendly staff, very clean, excellent food and stylish, historic, beautiful home/ambiance. Bring…read moreyour swimsuit in the warm season to enjoy their beautiful, relaxing, historic pool! Recommend lunch/dinner at Kloesel's Steakhouse & Bar in Moulton, TX and/or the Red Vault in Flatonia, TX.

The John Fauth Cottage is not a Bed and Breakfast, rather, it is a private home that is completely…read morestocked with everything you need for a comfy stay (i.e. towels, linens, movies, dishes, stove, microwave, coffeemaker, etc.) It's basically like staying at a friends' home! It is a beautiful home with many whimsical touches. Although it seems small, it cozily sleeps 6. I highly recommend staying there with others. I stayed there with my mother and it was entirely too large for just the two of us! :) For being such an old home (it was built in 1869), it is solid as a rock! Not a creak or a sound came out of that home. The back porch was our favorite spot to relax in the evenings. This truly is a beautiful home with so many updates and cold A/C! :) Bring your own coffee, though. Although the landlords said it was available, there was no coffee and we ended up having to buy our own. OR, you can walk right over to Greg's Coffee Shop (totally another review, there!)

This place is amazing! Lots of family fun on a real working cattle ranch! The perfect get away for…read morefamilies, groups, etc! So beautiful!

Amazing experience! Great Friday Night Spook Day with my girlfriends! We will be back to book the…read moreovernight stay in October!

Oct 28 is Emma's Birthday... so Magnolia Hotel decided to open the doors to celebrate! Free tours…read morefrom 10am-2pm! I just happened to see something come through my newsfeed over Fb, I bookmarked it, found my schedule open, so headed east to check it out. Emma likes to play in her room... and who doesn't like to play with little spirits?! I didn't know the history of the Magnolia Hotel so was totally clueless walking in the door... Magnolia Hotel has been on Ghost Adventures on Travel Channel. Also, Magnolia Hotel is ~not~ a hotel, it is now a personal residence. To my delight, I was able to hear stories of the old hotel, tales of it's past residents many of which have never left, and how Magnolia Hotel was discovered by the owners. Jim & Erin saved the Magnolia from being demolished... they single handedly have saved a part of Seguin history!... and some haunted history at that! I spent about two hours just hanging out, looking around, and people watching... talked to some interesting people, listening to questions and answers... all very interesting. Did I have an experience? I had something creepy go up the back of my left neck and skull as I was talking to a ghost hunter in the original dining area where the owner was sitting. I also felt some weird things around the house... but something I brushed off at first until I started listening to others talk about it... when you first come up the stairs, it feels really heavy. I originally brushed it off as I just walked up the stairs... but no, go back and you feel it... and everyone was feeling it!!! Emma was playing in her room. One of the guides said just a few minutes earlier, a little girl got scratched. Then someone told her that they saw the door knob in the pink bathroom turn back and forth. The owner, Erin, said this house is more active during the day than at night. Wow! The owners Jim & Erin host a ghost tour in their home on occasion, which books up months in advance. The tour last about 2 hours with in-depth stories which might also include a spiritual reading from the Erin at the end (but only if deceased wish to come forward). Erin has written Haunted New Braunfels, Haunted Seguin, and soon to be released Haunted Magnolia House. All proceeds go towards restoring the Magnolia Hotel. I can not wait to go on their ghost tour!

Really super clean nice place to stay in the San Marcos area. (Quiet friendly on site owner). Near…read moreSan Marcos outlet shopping malls. We came for a wedding and enjoyed the stay! Would definitely return. Bedrooms are clean, clean and bathrooms are clean, clean. Hardwood floors are clean, clean! Very comfortable ! I was really surprised how nice this place was considering we are in the middle if no where! !!!!!! Biggest negative she owns a cat that she keeps locked up while you are there. Allergy alert for those who suffer from cats!

Excellent must pick!! House is set up excellent bed and bathroom together. Owner rosemary and Reed…read morewere very kind and helpful. Food outstanding. We had a disability person , Rosemary was very accommodating. Arts everywhere in the home and nature abounds outside!

I believe exceptional is not good enough ! The experience was perfect! Monica is a phenomenal host,…read moreand a great cook! She made us a soup that was so tasty! The ranch is super cool, the longhorn bull biscuit has personality , all the animals, including the armadillo that lives under the treehouse (we never saw him but Monica insists he's there !) the casita was perfect the bed was amazing and the box labeled put the pillows HERE was funny and logical , rainfall shower private toilet , tv with every possible channel, starlink internet was fast and stable even in the rain! I was very impressed with Monica and how she took such great care of us, she is a star , not only with the treehouse but at 71 she walked the Camino Real in Spain over 300 miles ! If you have the opportunity to stay here it's not just a recommendation it's a must

if I could rate it more stars I would. Davis Ranch Retreat is the best B and B I ever stayed out…read more Monica made us delicious breakfasts and snacks and went out of her way to make us vegan food! Her place is beautiful! There are wonderful cows/ steers, goats who are all adorable. several different Types of accommodations. My friend and I stayed in the main house. We each had our own beautiful rooms and shared a bathroom with 2 sinks which made it so much easier. Monica is a wonderful host and we will definitely come back!!! Highly recommend it!!!

We love visiting Gruene and love to stay at Gruene Mansion Inn when we are able to make it. I was…read moresad to find out that it is a bed and breakfast anymore. With how high the rates are it should definitely be a B&B still, but i guess high prices are just something that people get away with now! Regardless the room we stayed in was beautiful and clean and had updated renovations. The outside looks rustic but the inside is very comfortable and relaxing. Besides the music that is playing next door, sleep was great. The beds are comfy. We enjoyed rocking in the chairs on the patio watching the people. Plenty of parking during the week for guests. Staff was great and helpful.

It's been 10 years since I last rated this place but I want to concentrate on The Pantry, their…read morelittle breakfast/brunch kitchen. They had a special: Breakfast enchiladas! Hobby loved them with the green sauce. We had a variety of things with our friends visiting from Virginia. Breakfast plate. Breakfast tacos. Breakfast croissant. All amazing. Friends loved the Texas Pecan coffee. Staff was invited from the moment we walked in. You order and pay first then find a seat either indoor or outside. We chose inside and it was lovely. Highly recommend.

I went to Sage Hill Spa with my peers for a staff wide mental health day. I live in Austin, so it…read morewas about 20 minutes outside of town but since it was in the opposite direction of traffic I didn't mind the drive. Upon arrival, our supervisors provided us with a day pass to the spa which included, access to the grounds, trail access, pickleball access, library access, breakfast, coffee/tea, an hour long massage and a boxed lunch. We started at the pickleball courts and we were the only ones out there. The staff provided us with pickleball equipment so don't worry if you don't have any! After a few rounds, we then went to the spa to get our massage. In the massage building there were four separate rooms and a bathroom. Everything was clean and smelled amazing. A male masseuse then guided me to our room and ensured I was comfortable and asked if I had any areas I wanted to focus on. The massage was INCREDIBLE! My peers had nothing but great things to say about their experience as well. One masseuse was even experienced in pre-natal massages. The boxed lunch meal was such a delicious treat. It came with a sandwich, cookie, drink, chips and a salad. After lunch, a few of us walked some trails and sat around the fire pit. I would recommend sage hill a hundred times! If you're looking for a weekend getaway, a date night, team bonding, or some quick personal self care, Sage Hill is it!

This place is a hidden gem! This gorgeous boutique hotel sits between Wimberley and Kyle, Texas and…read moreoffers luxurious accommodations with resort-style amenities. Every detail encourages guests to slow down, relax, and soak in the outdoors. The sunsets here are absolutely stunning! We stayed at their "Ranch House" which sleeps 7! It was extremely spacious and had a large backyard with a porch, hot tub, fire pit, and a hammock too! It was so relaxing being out in the hill country and being able to relax with our friends! We were even able to see deer right in front of our place! To add to the comfort, each person staying on the property gets a 3-course dinner and a hearty breakfast-- all included with our stay. The food was so good, and we were told it's farm-to-table! We opted to eat our dinner outside and we had the most perfect view of the sunset! There's so much to explore--I wish I could've done it all. I was only here for one night so I missed out on the Pickleball court, hiking trails, and spa. I definitely hope to be back soon, it was exactly what I needed to reset