We are originally from San Diego, came to visit my mom in Taylor and were looking for something…read morespecial and different to do with our daughter and this ranch exceeded every expectation. From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere felt peaceful, welcoming, and incredibly family-friendly. You can tell the animals are cared for with so much love. The sweetest part of the entire experience was watching the baby goats casually walk alongside my daughter like it was the most normal thing in the world. It was such a pure, wholesome moment, something we'll always remember. She was completely in her element, and seeing her interact so naturally and comfortably with the animals made our hearts so full. .It never felt rushed or overly commercial -- just authentic and relaxed. If you're looking for a meaningful outdoor experience for your little ones, this is it. We're so grateful we found this place and will absolutely be back!!!

We had the BEST visit! The animals are calm and sweet and come right up for cuddles and pets. Stacy…read morewas also the best hostess - we learned lots about the animals and she helped our 4yo warm up to the animals when she got nervous. Will definitely be back!

TIPS FOR VISITING: -WAIVER: If you're a new visitor -- upon…read morestepping inside, turn right and fill out the waiver on the computers by the window first. If you wait in the line to pay, they will ask you to go fill out the waiver first. Then you'll have to go wait again in line to pay. If you've been before, I believe they just keep the waiver on file (not sure if/when it expires). -SOCKS: Don't forget to wear socks. Also, don't forget to take off your socks as soon as you get home to wash them. -SHOES: Remember to put your shoes back on immediately after stepping inside the "shoeless" areas. The shoeless areas are 1) the enclosed baby/toddler area and 2) the main play structure. The baby/toddler area has its own shoe shelf just outside. The main play structure has multiple shoe shelves at various entry points. The reason I emphasize this is that if you're walking around the high-traffic "shoed" areas (arcade, food, etc.) then you're obviously picking up nasty stuff with your socks. Then if you go back into the shoeless play areas, you can track it (and obviously inside your house too). I actually made this mistake because I was used to other indoor playgrounds where you take off your shoes at the front and have to keep them off. For instance, Me Land in Georgetown requires shoes off at the front and then they stay off (including in the bathrooms, yuck). -CLAW MACHINE: The giant claw machine with the huge bouncy balls has great grab and is really easy to win. Probably because it's $5.50 to play so they make a profit either way. You just need to make sure the ball is unobstructed on the sides and it's yours. -SMALL CAROUSEL: The small car carousel at the toddler arcade was free. Not sure if it was just that day or always the case. Either way, press the Start button to test it before you pay. -EXIT PROTOCOL: Prepare to get checked out (stamp scan) -- it's a safety protocol to ensure kids leave with their designated adults. Mt. Playmore is overall pretty great. The main play structure is a bit redundant with less interactive areas than I'd have liked to see. Still fun with a lot of climbing opportunities. Was reasonably easy to follow my 2-year-old through the play structure. PRICES: Very reasonable rates for kids that vary based on age (and also vary slightly on weekends). Only $1.99 each for adults (16+). Overall, I think the rates are really reasonable and the age distinctions are fair. BABY/TODDLER AREA: I really liked the baby/toddler area. First and foremost, it's gated with an attendant who will confirm age if needed. Meaning, it won't get infiltrated by older kids (an annoying reality of many toddler playspaces). Awesome. It was spacious and had quite a few interactive things to do, including the Step2 rollercoaster car track (2 of them). Also a few little cars to drive around in. My 2-year-old enjoyed it. SHOE SHELVES: I love that their shoe shelves are directly outside the shoeless play structures. As I mentioned above, it took me a minute to appreciate the convenience of this set-up since I'm not used to it. But ultimately, it's ideal. ARCADE: The obvious draw here is the arcade. It's a really nice arcade with a variety of large games. There's more old school carnival-type stuff and some new shiny VR games. Overall, a nice selection. It is loud and overwhelming and tough for anyone with sensory issues. There's also a small arcade for younger children right outside the baby/toddler area. This has a small carousel, moving cars and such, and a few games. Also, a good selection. The prize area had a decent number of options available as well -- with tiny trinkets to choose from even if you barely got any points. EXIT/SAFETY: I was a little confused by their exit system. I noticed a line of people standing at the exit ramp (by the prize area). My husband just passed them and went through the gate. Everyone stirred as if they were unaware that they could exit independently? Then the front desk attendants asked us to show our stamps (they're black light activated). I didn't understand why at the time but I looked into it later and it turns out it's a safety measure to ensure that children don't leave with the wrong adult. Definitely appreciate that. Anyway, I'm not sure if there's typically someone manning the gate and scanning people out? Or maybe the gate is just there to keep young kids contained and the waiting families didn't realize that. It was unclear. I didn't see any signs asking people to wait or to check out at the front desk. I appreciate the security system but maybe a little clarity could help.

I absolutely love coming here with my family. My daughter is able to get her energy out and is able…read moreto relax her nerves and have fun. Don't ask me to jump with since I'm getting up there in age but it's a really positive place for families.

We used their balloon twisting services for our son's 5th birthday party and were blown away!…read moreBooking and communication were very smooth, their pricing was excellent. The balloon art exceeded expectations completely, the designs were incredible. It was a huge hit!

We had the Homestead crew at our bakery for a fun event and they were absolutely the best! They had…read morea huge variety of animals that were all so sweet and docile. Austin was incredibly kind and generous with his time and knowledge; this team truly love their animals and sharing them with others. Highest recommendation.

These one star reviews are crazy; quit being cheap & sensitive. This place was awesome. We spent…read morehours here experiencing all the encounters. Thoroughly enjoyed feeding all the animals. The lemurs talking to each other was so cool. All the employees were super friendly, and you could tell they had relationships with all the animals. Amy, Doug, Edward, Carter & Kyler were all great, and frankly I'm envious of their jobs. The gift shop was super cute. Honestly calling it an aquarium is an understatement. Highly recommend.

This place is so disappointing! It's dark and so dirty. The place should be shut down. The cages…read moreare so small for the animals and they are filthy. Even the fish tanks are cloudy and nasty. Literally took 10 minutes to walk through for $60! Do not come here!

Amazing, amazing service. Booked this bday party at the very last minute (we were supposed to be…read moreout of town) and Lynn pushed things around to squeeze us in. Planned to have just one pony and FOUR showed up allowing kids to take long rides and almost "have their own pony!" I actually am now trying to come up with an opportunity for another party just so I can use Takota's again because it was such a hit! She'll be hearing from me hahaha- for REAL!

1st Birthday Party! Invited over family and neighbors... was a blast. All kids and parents loved…read moreit. Good way to also give something special back to all the families who took the time to come. Parents loved watching their kid have an opportunity to ride and have fun. Affordable. Owner Lynn and her assistant were on time, charged as agreed. Lynn is very fair. Didn't even request deposit. Did what she promised, over delivered. She is great with kids and best of all, her horses are all super well trained and obedient. Very very safe.

Soooo amazing what a fun night! On time taking all Covid precautions great communication leading up…read moreto and all the way thru event! Highly recommend I was able to relax and let a professional create an awesome party!! The birthday party was a huge success

Carmen was amazing!! The spa party was so cute and my daughter's 8th party was a success because of…read moreher!!

While planning a bridal tea for a dear friend and quickly discovered the options for affordable…read morevenues is very limited. After a lot of searching, I found The Kitchen House. I live in Cedar Park so it was close to my house. There is the perfect amount of space and the space was ideal for setting up the food and having places for everyone to talk and eat. I hired a catering company to provide the tea service; they provided almost everything needed for an amazing tea but we were able to use some of the Kitchen House's dishes and supplies to fill in the few items we needed. The space was generous in size; parking was free and there was plenty of parking. The space is light and airy; the bathroom is spotlessly clean. My guests and the catering staff were raving about how great the venue was. The rental process was very easy and the rates very reasonable. I would be very happy to rent this space in the future for other events.

My son had wanted to take a cooking class for years, but moving/covid/life issues stopped us from…read morefinding one. This year I made it happen and tried Kitchen House for both my kids. They really enjoyed it, came home each day with big smiles and a lot of enthusiasm. My daughter saved the food she prepared to bring me a little light lunch (which was actually quite delicious) and my son devoured all of his. The main advantage of the class vs. training them myself is that KH is a dedicated teaching kitchen. They are equipped and staffed to show kids how to prepare many dishes over the course of a week, whereas I have the time, energy and ingredients to maybe teach them one thing. I'm glad we signed up for this and will be back next Summer for another class or two.

Great FREE option in Austin for kids!…read more One of the best parts is you can see an axolotl (two, actually) in their visitor center building. Then you can head over to the birds of prey, the reptile/fish building, and the animal enclosures. There's also a little lake and a large sand pit (dino dig). There's a cool room in the visitor center that has all sorts of nature items (bones, dead bugs, shells, rocks, etc.). You can bring in your own stuff to trade! Is it a huge amount of things to do/see? No but for a free attraction, it's pretty great. Parking is across the street -- lot is shared with Zilker Park and all the nearby attractions so it can get busy.

I didn't know what to expect from this place. Some science centers are kids-only affairs (despite…read morenot being billed as such) while others have more to offer visitors of all ages. Fortunately, the Austin Nature & Science Center ended up falling in the latter category. The main building houses an assortment of bones, shells, and rocks (as well as an axolotl tank) and another building is home to various reptiles. Outside areas include a dino pit (where kids can dig for fossils) and several animal enclosures. What makes the latter unique is that the animals are rehab/rescue cases. They include everything from a bobcat to a porcupine to a 34-year-old one-eyed owl (!!) and more. Granted, Austin Nature & Science Center does offer more for a younger crowd, and it isn't particularly easy to get to by bus, but it's hard to argue with a chance to take in flora and fauna for free.