Great service great wine Food was superb…read moreGreat environment A little difficult to find but worth it

We had a reservation at 5pm on a Sunday. There was no one there so we had the place to ourselves…read more The location is about 40 minutes from downtown. It is serene and peaceful. I had a wine tasting with three different glasses of wine. The chicken empanadas were delicious with their red sauce. We also had the sausage. I had steak with rosemary potatoes. The steak was flavorful, the chimichurri was vibrant, and the portions were large. The potatoes were perfectly cooked and seasoned. My partner had the carrots, which were also tasty with a slight smoky flavor. We had the dulce de leche cheesecake as well. It was very delicious. Our server was very friendly and helpful. I would definitely return to El Gaucho.

This is a beautiful venue. It is completely DIY so you can make it what you want it to be. Our…read moredaughter's wedding was on a perfect day in November and we couldn't have asked for a more lovely evening under the twinkling lights. The cottages you can rent are really cozy and welcoming too. Mark, the owner, is especially helpful and does everything he can to help make your event a success. Thanks, Mark!!

BCR hosted our daughter's wedding reception this weekend. The owner, Mark, is extremely…read moreaccommodating and he worked tirelessly to ensure we had a wonderful experience. We rented both houses on property which allowed additional bathroom access and a place for everyone to rest. The houses are very well decorated and Mark has added so many personal to touches to meet any need you can think of. If you are looking for the perfect outdoor venue, surrounded by classic Hill Country views, Bee Creek Ranch is your destination. Be sure to schedule a night time event as the options for lighting are endless. Than you Mark!

A few friends and I stopped by on our way to Marble Falls and had the best experience! Probably one…read moreof my all time visits to a winery ever. The somme (young man, didn't catch his name) was extremely knowledgeable and tried and succeeded, in satisfying all the different needs of our group of 5. I came home with a wonderful bottle of Grenache! So good!

Came out here over the 4th of July weekend while looking to hit up a few wineries in the area and…read morethis was my last stop of the day. While this vineyard wasn't quite as glamorous or mind-blowing as some of the other ones I visited, it still ended up being a pretty good experience. The main tasting room is on the smaller side, but it wasn't too busy when I visited so there was plenty of seating. They also had a TV playing the World Cup, which was a nice bonus. There was only one person working that day so he definitely had his hands full. I did have to go up to the counter whenever I was ready to try my next wine, but it actually gave me an opportunity to interact with some of the other guests and spend a little more time exploring the property. The outdoor area was really cute with a small stream running through the property and a designated photo-op area. I also noticed a second building that looked like it could be rented out for parties or weddings, which would be a nice option for events. But let's talk about the wine! My tasting consisted mostly of reds, with the Cabernet Franc being the personal standout for me. Honestly all of the reds were pretty good and the only wine I tried that I didn't particularly care for was the white. For the price point and the convenience of not having to drive all the way out to Fredericksburg, Spicewood Vineyard struck the perfect balance for me for a weekend winery outing. It may not have been the most impressive vineyard of the day, but it was still a fun and worthwhile stop.

This place is inspiring and beautiful with some great views of the best hill country offers. My…read morecasita was clean, comfortable, and filled with thoughtful touches to enhance my experience. The infinity pool is divine, and the facilities are impressive. Love the animals and flowers. What a great place for a getaway, celebration, corporate retreat, or wellness event. The commercial kitchen and event barn are very cool. Sandi and Joe are wonderful and engaging hosts, and I was so pleased to meet them and stay there.

A magical place tucked away in the Hill Country! I've attended several cooking classes and events…read morehere, and every experience has been fantastic. The classes are educational, fun, and absolutely lovely. Chef Sandie always delivers an inspiring experience, sharing her passion for food while creating a welcoming and enjoyable environment for her students. Don't keep going out to disappointing dinners and roll in a cooking class and have a great food experience and meet new people! Highly recommended!

We were genuinely excited about the possibility of having our wedding at The Retreat. The setting…read moreis beautiful, and at first glance, it seemed like a great fit. Unfortunately, the experience ended up being incredibly frustrating and disappointing. We had a simple but important request: to have outside kosher food for a small number of guests who keep strict dietary laws. We weren't asking to forgo their catering--just to bring in meals to accommodate religious needs. The venue refused outright, claiming "insurance restrictions," yet they offered no explanation of those restrictions, and no willingness to explore reasonable workarounds like guest waivers, additional insurance, or even discussing the options the caterer presented like naming them on their own insurance. We felt like we presented many creative and reasonable solutions that absolved them of liability and there was no legitimate reason to not move forward. Worse, we were consistently treated like an inconvenience. Messages and emails were ignored for days or weeks at a time--if they responded at all. We were never given the sense that they valued us as potential clients or were interested in helping us create a meaningful, inclusive event. This experience left us feeling dismissed and disrespected. If you're planning a wedding with any religious, cultural, or dietary considerations--or if you just expect professionalism and responsiveness--this may not be the right venue for you.

Animal lovers - beware!! They have this Scarlet Macaw (a huge parrot) imprisoned by itself in a…read moretiny cage that is not even big enough to open its wings. The bird has bouts of anger (can you blame it? It has been in a very small space for many years by itself) and looks very unhappy. For a place that cares so much about being in close contact with nature, keeping a majestic animal like a Scarlet Macaw in such condition is disappointing to say the least.

I was looking for a place to have a bachelorette party/getaway when I came across a listing for the…read moreEco-Cabins; I initially booked this through GlampingHub, so this review will be there as well :) After looking at the options I booked the Red Room Cabin and the Blue Loft for myself and four others. Todd (property manager, on-site massage therapist, and all around genuinely amazing and super-nice human being) contacted me immediately after booking. We got some details hashed out in terms of arrival time, options for the massages, and basically just scheduling things. Due to scheduling we were only able to stay for one night, but Todd worked with us to make it happen. We were interested in doing the Girls Weekend package, which includes an hour of massage, a wine tasting at Stone House Vineyard, and a private group yoga session, so he gave information about that as well. Surroundings: The drive to the location was calming in itself, passing hills and fields and animals. Upon arrival, I contacted Todd and he met us and showed us where to park. Parking is available right around the corner behind the property fence, with openings to walk right to the Eco-Cabins. This entire property is beautiful - it's a charming and peaceful environment with so many options for places to sit and breathe, relax, think, chat with friends, or just listen to nature. We were there for less than an hour before deciding we will definitely return in the future, and even started planning another weekend stay for later this year. There are some hammocks to lay on, a small swing, and a covered pavilion with some couch seating. There are also roaming dogs in the area that came onto the property a few times, which was so cute! Lake: With a short walk down the driveway, you hit water! The view is beautiful of course - especially at sunset and in the morning. The water was pretty high when we were there, so to get from the driveway area to the floating cabin we needed to wade through a few inches of water. Being super-smart and definitely feeling invincible at the time, I accidentally fell in - but it felt great! Thanks Mid-February Texas weather! :) I really wish I'd brought a swimsuit, but that'll just have to be a next-time thing. The lake cabin has a couple seats as well, and we sat there for a bit just looking out at the water and occasionally waving at people passing by on their boats. We saw kayaks stored near there as well, and I think they're available to rent, which would be great! Cabins: We booked Red Room and Blue Loft. Both were super cute! The Red Room has room for two to sleep, has a detached bathroom, and a private seating area up the stairs where you can just sit and breathe and observe for a while. We only used the fridge and some glasses, but I believe there were some things available if you wanted to cook something. The Blue Loft has a small kitchenette with basics available as well, and it has room for four to sleep. Outside the cabins there are seats and a small table. There's also space between the cabins to do a small campfire, with all the things needed - we didn't use this but we will next time. Massages: There is a massage room on site. We each had a one-hour massage session with Todd. It was my first massage ever, but I feel like his approach was perfect. He has a very client-drive mindset, and I feel like he listened to what my body/muscles/joints was telling him. He explained the process beforehand and made sure I was comfortable with everything, and gave tips on how to breathe through any discomfort. I felt amazing afterwards! He also told me after where he felt the tension and stress being carried. It was honestly incredible; there aren't enough words to describe it! Yoga: We did our yoga session on Sunday around 11am. It was amazing as well! The instructor (I'm so sorry I forgot her name!) was very knowledgeable about yoga and the body and connecting with breathing, which I really appreciated. The session was perfect - we were outdoors, there were wind chimes being struck, the lake in the background, great company and amazing instructor... just perfect. Wine Tasting: The vineyard is a short drive away (less than five minutes), and it was very nice as well. We tried I think 6 different wines, bought a cheese plate (not included in LWOLT package) and bought a bottle of wine (also not included) to take back with us. The sun started setting while we were here, and we took a few pictures :) Checkout: Easy breezy, we just took our trash out and put it in the trashcan, tried to leave everything how it was when we arrived, and said goodbye + see ya later to Todd. Overall - super impressed, glad we booked here for bachelorette weekend getaway, and wish I could go back again and stay for more time. TL;DR Bride + bridesmaids booked here and did the Girls Weekend Package (massage, wine tasting, yoga). Living Waters on Lake Travis is absolutely worth it; I highly recommend it, and we will all be returning!

Great place for a getaway, you can see the river from the tent and it was an over all cozy fun…read morestay! Will definitely be back.

Just Beautiful! It's so quiet and peaceful here. The place…read moreis very well maintained, the owners are really friendly and helpful, the food is excellent, plus..it's only 10 minutes from town. Highly recommend this place. We will be back.

My wife and I stayed here on our 26 wedding anniversary. The grounds are fabulous and the view of…read morethe lake is spectacular. We only stayed one night as we were on our way to see our daughter in Austin. We would have stayed longer if not for that. Andy, one of the proprietors, was extremely helpful. My wife and I wanted a nice place to have dinner and Andy made some great recommendations and called in the reservation once we decided. There was no wifi while we were there, but this is not the kind of place you should be on wifi. The backyard with the chairs and swings beckons you to sit back, enjoy the view, and decompress.

What a lovely place to enjoy time with family and friends! 8 of us spent my 50th birthday here and…read moreloved every second of it. A real Texas experience with Buddy and Charmin, the longhorn steer. As an extra surprise, the beautiful Lisa had a nice bottle of bubbles chilled for us upon arrival. Get out of the city and visit!

From the owner: From wedding ceremonies and receptions to bridal showers, yoga retreats, art shows, rehearsal…read moredinners, anniversary parties, and photo shoots, Vista View Ranch offers a combination of areas, and spectacular surroundings: breathtaking Texas Hill Country views and our ranch is available year-round. Your celebration will be packed with memories to last a lifetime. We look forward to being part of your special day! Do your heart and mind a favor! Let nature calm your heart and ease your mind when you stay at Vista View Ranch. Built in 2004 Vista View Ranch sits on 11.26 acres of gorgeous rolling land with great views of the majestic Texas Hill Country. Beautiful post oak and live oak trees abound on the property. The ranch has a good amount of White-Tailed deer, Red Foxes and Jack Rabbits, 4 Texas longhorns, other Texas Hill Country birds and animals. Vista View Ranch is a secluded luxury ranch resort located just north of Austin, Texas. Uniquely situated Spicewood, the ranch offers direct entry from virtually all directions. Minutes from downtown Austin and a hop skip and a jump to Lake Travis and world famous Pedernales River. Vista View Ranch also was the former residence to a UT chancellor.

I applaud Andrew, F&B manager at the classics (Live Oak and Yaupon). After my round today, I…read moreenjoyed lunch and conversation at the bar in Smoke where he was holding court. Simultaneously, he artfully engaged, respected, served roughly 40 women who had completed their ladies' event while he never missed a step. He's professional, prompt, thoughtful and genuine with all in his space. And the food was might fine as well.

We had a beautiful wedding at this venue! I am very impressed on how everything came together and…read morewith Angela & Ann. I would highly recommend this venue for your wedding!

Beautiful retreat! Laura is hands down THE most considerate and helpful host. 10/10 would stay here…read moreagain or at any of her retreats.

From the owner: Your Oasis Away from Home!…read more We are a locally owned, intimate retreat venue in Austin, Texas located on a beautiful, natural property, minutes from downtown Austin. We host small wedding weekends, corporate retreats, family reunions, and more. We offer overnight accommodations for up to 30 people. Two night minimum stay required.