Vanessa, the new owner, was PERFECT!!! She was so helpful and kind and the mansion was BEAUTIFUL!!!…read moreI cannot recommend this place enough. I even got to swim in the pool without pestering kids under the moonlight at night. So romantic and beautiful! My husband and I celebrated our 32 anniversary! She is a yummy cooker and her daughter is adorable. I highly recommend this place for fun and relaxation. The nearby mineral springs were awesome but find shade! I sunburned easy. :D

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.

Cabin was clean and nicely air conditioned. Pool was great and being able to take out kayaks and…read morepaddle boards made it even more fun!

We've been regulars at Sons Geronimo, but this last stay was incredibly disappointing. Our cabin's…read moreAC wasn't working from the moment we checked in on Thursday, and despite multiple messages and visits from staff, it was never fixed during our 3-night stay. The staff on the text line (especially Daniela and Kaylee) were polite and tried to help, but the issue was beyond their control. We were repeatedly told a technician was coming, offered temporary cabins for the night, and given portable AC units that barely cooled one side of the cabin. By the second night we had three adults and a toddler staying in a hot, uncomfortable cabin. Even after constant communication, the AC unit was never replaced, and the portable solutions leaked and couldn't keep up. We spent much of the trip waiting for answers instead of relaxing. When I called management after checking out, I was told only Rachel could authorize a refund, but she was on vacation. When I finally spoke with her, she was dismissive and offered only 50% back or a partial credit, saying she saw camera footage of us "using the amenities" as proof we still enjoyed our stay -- which was offensive after how miserable the cabin conditions were. I want to make clear that the on-site staff and text support team were kind and empathetic, but management's handling of the situation was unacceptable. Our vacation was consumed by a broken AC, unresolved maintenance issues, and poor follow-up. I won't be returning, and I strongly suggest future guests think twice before booking. If things go wrong, you might not get proper help -- only excuses. Also just to note a lot of the cabins are lacking in condition, but for the winter price it's bearable. Either way after this experience there's better places to vacation at.

We came during December, so it's hard to really take it vantage of everything this place has to…read moreoffer, but it was an amazing stay nonetheless. It's a lot cheaper during the winter, and during the week. But my kids still loved all did this place had to offer. The scenery, the location, the activities are so worth it. Cons There was no shampoo or conditioner, you have to clean up for yourself even though there is a $75 cleaning fee, there are way too many cats and it's gross when they come in your door if you leave it slightly open for more than a second, they are frightening at night, there is no clean water to drink, they advertise cabins that accommodate eight but it's truly only six with you bringing your own bed for the remaining two, wi-Fi is poor, no towels on loan from the inn. Pros Low price in the winter, beautiful scenery, gorgeous cabins, lots of outdoor activities even in the winter like basketball, volleyball bonfires, bowling, connect four, fishing, lots of great indoor activities for kids like pool, ping-pong, Jenga, places to cook out, lots of hammocks and outdoor seating, great outdoor deck overlooking the river, accommodations for various parties sizes like teepees. If you go in the summer they have free canoes to use, paddleboard's to try, river swings to jump from, and tubes. It was easy to access, you can go straight to your room with a code, and it's has great outdoor hiking areas. They even have a hot tub. Honestly it's the views that make this place worthwhile. I had a difficult time choosing between this location, the River Road location, and The Guadalupe River location, they all seem pretty similar. But for the price and amenities, the Geronimo really is the place to go. In the winter when it's slow season it's even more amazing because we truly had the entire place to ourselves. There were no other people here that's pretty cool! There is a grocery store about eight minutes from the cabins to grab firewood or coal, meat to grill and marshmallows to roast. This is a great stay for any family friends or couples. Pro tip stay in the sweet medicine cabinet, it's furthest from the road, closest to the river, has a true stairwell to the loft, and close to the extra bathrooms.

1 Star -- Extremely disappointing and unsanitary…read more We recently stayed at Geronimo Creek Retreat for a family trip and rented several accommodations, including a couple of the treehouses, a teepee, and the main house. Unfortunately, the condition of the property was far below what we expected and, in several areas, was genuinely concerning. The main house was absolutely unacceptable. There was an overwhelming mold/mildew smell throughout the house -- so strong that it felt like you could taste it. The condition of the kitchen was especially disturbing. The floor was literally falling in, the stove was filthy, and the overall condition of the house was so poor that we honestly questioned how it was considered safe to rent. The treehouse we stayed in was somewhat better, but even there we found significant issues. The bathroom had extensive black mold, and there were trees/vegetation growing onto the roof. This is not what we expected when paying to stay at a vacation retreat. And then, after we had already left, we found a bed bug among our belongings. Given that we had stayed at these accommodations immediately beforehand, this was extremely upsetting and concerning. We cannot say with absolute certainty where it came from, but the timing was certainly alarming. The noise was another major issue. There were people partying and being extremely loud until all hours of the early morning. This was supposed to be a family getaway, but it was difficult to get any decent sleep with the partying continuing late into the night. There needs to be much better enforcement of quiet hours, particularly at a property that caters to families. This could have been a beautiful family getaway, but instead we spent much of the trip dealing with conditions that were unsanitary, poorly maintained, and frankly shocking. Between the mold, the condition of the buildings, the cleanliness issues, the potential bed bug exposure, and the excessive late-night noise, this was not the relaxing family trip we paid for. The property needs serious maintenance, cleaning, and attention to health and safety issues before continuing to rent some of these accommodations to guests. We absolutely would not stay here again, and I cannot recommend Geronimo Creek Retreat to other families based on our experience.

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!)

We spent the night at the Magnolia Hotel and found the accommodations to be very comfortable and…read morewell appointed, filled with interesting pictures, reference materials, and simply drenched with history. The hosts clearly put a lot of effort into restoring the upstairs living area, as it is clean and inviting without losing any of the appeal of the history of the 200 year old hotel. The floors, ceiling, and doors are beautiful and appear to be restored, original elements from long ago. As far as modern stuff, the AC cranks, the mini kitchen is efficient and nicely stocked, and the bathroom is modern, clean, and has a cool shower. Lastly, I am generally a skeptic when it comes to anything paranormal, but try to keep an open mind. Over the course of the night, my wife and I encountered several odd little incidents that led me to believe that the place may very well be haunted. My wife heard children playing at 3 am, saw an orbish shadow drift across the bedroom transom, and heard a grocery bag rustle loudly during the night. I saw shadowy movements at the edges of my eyesight several times, and heard some weird, unidentifiable noises. Never felt anything negative, though, so these must be some of the nice entities that are said to dwell with the hotel. If you love a little spooky, a whole lot of history, and a pleasant and comfortable stay, the Magnolia Hotel is for you.

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

clean, comfortable and affordable lodging close to rte 10. Helpful and friendly welcome-read more

I am a member of the Elks in Grapevine and come to the lodge several times a month. The food is…read moredarn good, and it is reasonably priced. You need to be a guest of a member to be able to participate in the meetings and dinner. But the Friday night dinner is absolutely something to come for. They usually have pretty good live music on Friday, and some of the music is perfect for dancing. My wife and I usually get the filet mignon and split it, and that works out perfect for us. The lodge is getting old, but it has that comfortable feel of familiarity. We have many friends that we usually see when we go to the lodge. I love the Elks tradition of philanthropy and support for our military and for kids.

The room is DISGUSTING. There's dust everywhere, dead roaches on the floor. The bathroom is gross,…read moremold in the tub and around it, the shower-head so caked with calcium buildup it barely drips when you turn the shower on, there's clumps of hair in the drain. The bedding is stained. There is mold in the little fridge, and the microwave is abhorrent with caked on food. We couldn't even get the freezer open. The room smells absolutely stale. I do not recommend this place. While the person at the front desk was very nice at check in, that doesn't change what the room is like.

BEWARE! We should NOT have  prebooked this hotel.  From the Bates motel appearance and stale…read moresmelling room to an overall creepy feeling.  Very 1st thing was being told I booked smoking.  But she'd gladly move me to a nonsmoking room for $5 extra. I should have pulled up the reservation on my phone right then but didn't.  Later when I had time I checked and found NO I indeed booked nonsmoking.  The owner was walking by our room, so I stepped out to let him know the error was on their end.  Basically I got a "you should be grateful" speech.  On how they gave us a good room, pet deposit down the road was $20 and theirs $15, how his security cameras are on all the time (showed me on his phone).  I knew then instead of a simple mistake, it was bait & switch scam.  They DO NOT honor the price advertised on Expedia.  It's just $5 so I knew it wasn't worth the hassle trying to communicate further with his supposed "limited English and understanding".  15 minutes later the Owner knocks on the door with our bill in his hands asking for a signature.  He did not remove the $5, because they "gave us the best room". It was NO suite, trust me!! Room 110  Still not worth a hassle I sign the bill and keep our copy as proof. We had a function to attend later and as we drove off we wave at the owner standing in the parking area.  7:30am as I was sitting in bed waking up, the door unlocks and is only stopped from opening by the chain in place AND peeping in is the OWNER!  When he saw me awake he quickly shut the door.  My husband wakes up and we decide to get out of there!  As we were packing our car right outside our doorway I see the owner and tell him "someone opened our door" His response was " he'd check into that".  WTH!!  EXTREMELY CREEPY!! I began watching my credit card and once all our charges were paid, I did not trust the integrity of this owner & wife, so I have cancelled my card from further bogus charges. Obviously the "GOOD" reviews are staged.   Our "clean" room left our socks BLACK on the bottom.  GO DOWN THE ROAD & stay at pet friendly BLACK GOLD!! Pay the extra $$!!  You will be sorry you stayed at this hotel!  I now ordered a mobile door alarm for future travels & hotel stays.  Expedia will be advised of our experience. My advice to owners is just add $5 to pet free, tricks are for kids and not welcome on bait & switch schemes. And I hope you never open a door unauthorized to a prepared LTC guest. I have now read other reviews stating you do this unacceptable quirk often.