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WILDFLOWERS, WINE & RELAXING

 
 
 
Johnson City farmhouse rental
  • Johnson City farmhouse rental
    Kitchen
    Dining Room
    Living Room
    Hilltop view at sunset
  • Johnson City farmhouse rental - Hilltop arbor----perfect for weddings and watching the sunset
    The Living Room
    Twin daybed in sunroom
    Downstairs Bedroom
    Upstairs bedroom
    Cowgirl Room
  • Johnson City farmhouse rental - Downstairs bathroom with claw foot tub
    Horseback riding available. View from the top of the hill.
    Rancho de Vida gate
    Tubing in the limestone bottom creek
    Tree swing in front of bunkhouse
    The bunkhouse---perfect for kids to have their own space!
  • Johnson City farmhouse rental - The bunkhouse.
    Bunkhouse
    It's a two-seater!
    Creek fun
    Working windmill behind house at sunset.
    Swinging at sunset
 
Johnson City farmhouse rental
Kitchen

Kitchen

Dining Room

Dining Room

Living Room

Living Room

Hilltop view at sunset

Hilltop view at sunset

Hilltop arbor----perfect for weddings and watching the sunset

Hilltop arbor----perfect for weddings and watching the sunset

The Living Room

The Living Room

Twin daybed in sunroom

Twin daybed in sunroom

Downstairs Bedroom

Downstairs Bedroom

Upstairs bedroom

Upstairs bedroom

Cowgirl Room

Cowgirl Room

Downstairs bathroom with claw foot tub

Downstairs bathroom with claw foot tub

Horseback riding available. View from the top of the hill.

Horseback riding available. View from the top of the hill.

Rancho de Vida gate

Rancho de Vida gate

Tubing in the limestone bottom creek

Tubing in the limestone bottom creek

Tree swing in front of bunkhouse

Tree swing in front of bunkhouse

The bunkhouse---perfect for kids to have their own space!

The bunkhouse---perfect for kids to have their own space!

The bunkhouse.

The bunkhouse.

Bunkhouse

Bunkhouse

It's a two-seater!

It's a two-seater!

Creek fun

Creek fun

Working windmill behind house at sunset.

Working windmill behind house at sunset.

Swinging at sunset

Swinging at sunset

Per night (USD) $300
  • Bedrooms3
  • Sleeps16
  • 1 Bathroom, 
  • 1 Half Bath

Photos and Description of the Johnson City vacation farmhouse rental
3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths plus outdoor shower + bunkhouse, sleeps 8-16

This 100-year-old house has been lovingly restored and burnished into a wonderful gathering place for friends & family. Perfect for family reunions, weddings, birthdays, retreats or weekend get away. Texas country meets shabby chic in the shadow of a 400-year-old oak. Dine under the lighted oak, enjoy a campfire and all that the Texas Hill Country has to offer from a central location. Hike the property, float in the limestone bottom seasonal creek, take in the sunshine from the hammock, enjoy a game of horse shoes, playhouse, tree swings and treehouse. Beautiful hill top area for toasting the sunsets.

Main house 1st floor kitchen-dining room, living room, master bedroom and bath. 2nd floor 2 bedrooms and 1/2 bath. 1 bedroom as 2 full size beds and 2nd bedroom 1 full size bed .

Bunkhouse is optional (additional $150) & sleeps 7---perfect for kids with a pool/ ping pong table & darts .

No indoor bathroom in the bunkhouse , rustic outdoor shower & real Texas 2 seater outhous

Ranch location & local attractions: Austin- 1 hour away

San Antonio-1 hour away

Johnson City--10 minutes

Luckenbach-15 minutes

Marble Falls -boating & golf-- 20 minutes

Enchanted Rock & Pedernales State Park-hiking 15 to 20 minutes

Fredericksburg festivals & shopping--20 minutes

Texas Hill Country Wine Trail---10 minutes

LBJ National Historical Park--10 minutes

Benini Studio and Sculpture Ranch--3 minutes (2 miles)

Wine Tasting Tours: We are smack dab in the middle of the Texas Hill Country Wine Trail. There are nearly a dozen wineries within 30 minutes of Rancho de Vida. Let us assist you in scheduling your wine country tour---limo services are available for you and your group.

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About Mary Pat

I took an aptitude test at the age of 20 and it said I'd be good in advertising or agriculture. I have checked the advertising box as the owner of an Austin ad agency for almost 20 years now and have loved getting in touch with my agriculture roots more recently with the purchase of Rancho de Vida. It's been a great place to get away from it all, bring people together, enjoy the therapy of manual labor and the restorative power of Momma Nature.

Mary Pat purchased this farmhouse in 2008
Why Mary Pat chose Johnson City

About 10 years ago I went to a retreat where we talked about getting back on track with goals and pursuing your dreams. One of the exercises was to write your obituary. I'd been thinking about it a bit as I had just finished chemo for breast cancer when I was 44. I wrote this obit almost joyfully, describing how I had a special place in the country where friends and family could gather, listen to music, eat great meals and enjoy being out in nature and dancing under the Texas stars. Later, I shared with a couple of friends and forgot about it. Several years went by and then one of my friends, a real estate broker, said 'I found your place.' I'd forgotten about the obit and the description of my ranch-a-rita. Well, fell in love with the place at first site. Friends and family have gathered there and created some great memories. Just coming over the rise to the entrance of the ranch, my blood pressure lowers and the connection to nature takes over. Life becomes simpler and more beautiful. The giant oak tree right outside the house, is a place where people gather under for meals and draw strength from that big, wise oak. It's estimated to be 300 to 400 years old. There are lights in the tree and a bird cage 'chandelier' over the table. Life is good. And it brings me happiness to share with others.

What makes this farmhouse unique

The land is very varied over it's 67 acres. There's a hill top with forever views looking north west, a rocky ravine, seasonal creek that has a great limestone bottom swimming hole and waterfalls when it's running, beautiful hayfields, oaks and wildflowers.

Johnson City farmhouse rental
Kitchen

Kitchen

Dining Room

Dining Room

Living Room

Living Room

Hilltop view at sunset

Hilltop view at sunset

Hilltop arbor----perfect for weddings and watching the sunset

Hilltop arbor----perfect for weddings and watching the sunset

The Living Room

The Living Room

Twin daybed in sunroom

Twin daybed in sunroom

Downstairs Bedroom

Downstairs Bedroom

Upstairs bedroom

Upstairs bedroom

Cowgirl Room

Cowgirl Room

Downstairs bathroom with claw foot tub

Downstairs bathroom with claw foot tub

Horseback riding available. View from the top of the hill.

Horseback riding available. View from the top of the hill.

Rancho de Vida gate

Rancho de Vida gate

Tubing in the limestone bottom creek

Tubing in the limestone bottom creek

Tree swing in front of bunkhouse

Tree swing in front of bunkhouse

The bunkhouse---perfect for kids to have their own space!

The bunkhouse---perfect for kids to have their own space!

The bunkhouse.

The bunkhouse.

Bunkhouse

Bunkhouse

It's a two-seater!

It's a two-seater!

Creek fun

Creek fun

Working windmill behind house at sunset.

Working windmill behind house at sunset.

Swinging at sunset

Swinging at sunset

Nearest Airport : San Antonio International Airport at 55 Miles
Nearest Motorway : Highway 290 & Flat Creek Road at 8 Miles
Nearest Golf : Marble Falls, Texas at 25 Miles
Nearest Restaurant : Johnson City, Texas at 9 Miles

Texas Hill Country Wine Trail, world class golf, antiques, biking, hiking, shopping, festivals, lakes, rivers, Enchanted Rock, Luckenbach, Texas, wine tasting, star gazing, views, art & music. On property horseback riding for $45 a horse for two hours. Longer rides available, too!

Other Activities: Museums, festivals, live music, golf, water sports 20 minutes away

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Changeover Day: flexible

Rental Rates for this vacation farmhouse rental in Johnson City, Texas

Rental Basis:
Per property
Rental rates quoted in:
US Dollar
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Rate Period Nightly Weekend Night Weekend Weekly Monthly Event Minimum Stay
 
Spring & Summer
Apr 1 2013 - Aug 31 2013
$300
2 nights
 
Notes: $300 for farmhouse per night. Add the bunkhouse for another $150 per night   

Additional information about rental rates

Tax Rate 6.0%
Cleaning $125

Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency (US Dollar) unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser.

Notes

  • $300 to $450
  • Add the bunk house that sleeps 7, 2 bunk beds and king size water bed for only $150. No bathroom in bunkhouse, real Texas outhouse and outdoor shower---- the perfect set up for kids & teens.

    Inquire for weekly or monthly rates.

    A $250 security deposit is collected at time of booking for property damages.
    This security deposit is refunded after departure and property cleared of all damages.

    We accept credit cards through Pay Pal and charge back the 3% transaction fee PayPal assesses us.
    A 6% hotel tax is added (3 % Paypal + 6% tax)

    Money orders and checks are also accepted however reservation is not confirmed until full payment received.
  • Reservations are confirmed once payment and deposit are received.
    Total rate of nights x 6% hotel tax plus housekeeping ($100 - $150 depending on size of party and length of stay)
    Add $250 refundable security deposit.
    Contract will be sent along with invoice.
    Once full payment received & contract sent information packet will be emailed to guests.
    No renters under 25 years old

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation farmhouse rental in Johnson City, Texas

Property Type:
  • farmhouse
Forms of Payment:
  • accept credit card
Meals:
  • Guests provide their own meals
Floor Area:
  • 2000 sq. ft.
Location Type:
  • Rural
Theme:
  • Adventure
  • Away From It All
General:
  • Parking
  • Local Maps
  • Telephone
  • Linens Provided
  • Toilet Paper
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Towels Provided
  • Iron & Board
  • Paper Towels
  • Firewood
  • Air Conditioning
  • Mobile Phone
  • Hair Dryer
  • Heating
  • Basic Soaps
Kitchen:
  • Coffee Grinder
  • Coffee Maker
  • Oven
  • Lobster Pot
  • Toaster
  • Grill
  • Blender
  • Microwave
  • Pantry Items
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • 4 Ring Stove
Dining:
  • Dining Area
  • seating for 8 people
Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom, 
  • 1 Half Bath
  • Downstairs Bath - toilet , tub , Shower attachment
    Upstairs Half Bath - toilet , Downstairs
    Outdoor Shower - outdoor shower , Behind pump house
  • Claw foot tub in downstairs full bathroom Upstairs half bath has sink and toilet Rustic outdoor shower behind pump house. Bunk house has 2 seater out house.
Bedrooms:
  • 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 16
  • Master - 1 queen , Downstairs
    Red Iron Bed - 1 double , Upstairs
    Cowgirl Room - 1 queen , 1 double , Upstairs
    Sunroom Day Bed - 1 twin/ single , Upstairs
    Optional Bunkhouse - 1 king , 4 twin/ single , 1 sleep sofa /futon , Separate Bldg.
  • Two booking options ! Rent the main house only that sleeps up to 8 -10 including 1 air mattress . Larger Group or need more room ? Add the bunkhouse that sleeps 7 ! Bunkhouse has wood stove for heating, no a/c, refrigerator, 2 bunk beds, sofa and King waterbed that sleeps up to 3. Pool /Ping Pong table, No bathroom in bunkhouse/ working out house and out door shower
Entertainment:
  • Satellite / Cable
  • Ping Pong Table
  • DVD Player
  • Books
  • Books for Adults
  • Pool Table
  • Television
  • Game Room
  • Video Library
Outside:
  • Porch / Veranda
  • Barbecue
  • Unscreened Porch / Veranda
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Child's Swing
  • Lawn / Garden
  • 10 garden chairs
Suitability:
  • children welcome
  • Events Allowed
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
  • pets considered
Onsite Services:
  • Car Available
Attractions:
  • forests
  • autumn foliage
  • pond
  • waterfalls
  • caves
  • winery tours
  • churches
  • restaurants
  • zoo
  • museums
Leisure Activities:
  • walking
  • scenic drives
  • outlet shopping
  • sight seeing
  • antiquing
  • paddle boating
  • bird watching
  • horseback riding
Local Services & Businesses:
  • hospital
  • medical services
  • groceries
  • ATM/bank
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • freshwater fishing
  • swimming
  • jet skiing
  • cycling
  • hunting small game
  • fishing
  • water tubing
  • fly fishing
  • mountain climbing
  • mountain biking
  • hiking
  • pier fishing
Notes:
Small well behaved dogs allowed on 1st floor of main house and bunk house only. We keep our upstairs pet free for our guests with allergies or asthma.

Reviews for this vacation farmhouse rental in Johnson City, Texas

Wildflowers, Wine & Relaxing
average rating of 4.9375 based on 21 reviews
business
Wildflowers, Wine & Relaxing
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p358343
+1 512 775-9227
Johnson City Texas Hill Country
5

Rancho De Vida

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Jul 6, 2012
  • Stayed: Jul 2012
There is such a nice cross breeze in the backyard, that even the hot summer days won't keep you inside. The house makes you feel as though you are at Grandma's place. Access to the pool table and ping pong table was great. The supermarket in Johnson City is budget worthy; and, has fresh local produce. I would definitely return for a future family gathering.

SMF
Houston
Owner's Response: Thanks Sally for the nice review. Hope you and your family had a great visit and time together before your son deployed.

Mary Pat
Helpful votes: 2/2
business
Wildflowers, Wine & Relaxing
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p358343
+1 512 775-9227
Johnson City Texas Hill Country
Odessa, TX
5

Amazing Experience!

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: May 21, 2012
  • Stayed: May 2012
This house was amazing in every aspect! The outdoor area is perfect for family gatherings and children to play. There is an amazing play house that my 3 year old and my 2 year old nephew loved! We will be staying at this location again. Mary is so kind and informative. Great home owner to work with! Thanks again for an amzing stay!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 4/4
business
Wildflowers, Wine & Relaxing
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p358343
+1 512 775-9227
Johnson City Texas Hill Country
dallas tx
5

rancho de vida in december

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Jan 16, 2012
  • Stayed: Dec 2011
the house and property met all our expectations, and exceeded them in many aspects. we used the location for a mini-break and reunion with our children and grandchildren. everyone was delighted with the home and grounds. the playhouse and bunkhouse and swings kept our kids/g'kids occupied for hours and the grounds/property were a terrific place to play, wander, and enjoy. we'll definitely try to return. we were surprised how roomy the facilities really were. gobs of perfect photo spots and amazing cliff to view sunsets. the kitchen had everything we needed for all meals as well. thank you for such a great time :)
Recommended for:  Girls Getaway, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 2/2
business
Wildflowers, Wine & Relaxing
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p358343
+1 512 775-9227
Johnson City Texas Hill Country
Houston
5

Wonderful Farmhouse

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Jan 1, 2012
  • Stayed: Dec 2011
Wonderful place to get re-aquainted with your family. Lots of space to explore. Small kid friendly.
We had a great time making smores and telling stories by the camp fire. Would highly recommend this for a family gathering.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 2/2
business
Wildflowers, Wine & Relaxing
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p358343
+1 512 775-9227
Johnson City Texas Hill Country
Keller, Texas
5

Wonderful weekend in Fredericksberg

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Nov 8, 2011
  • Stayed: Nov 2011
Our family stayed at Rancho de Vida the first weekend of November for an early Thanksgiving. What a wonderful place. The old home has been updated and decorated to feel like home. We all felt we had lived there before when we fist walked in - it was like going home to Grandma's house. Everything was very clean and well maintained. The beds were sooo comfy! The kitchen had everything you need and we fixed Thanksgiving Dinner there along with a number of other meals.The big tree just outside the kitchen door has to be one of the biggest live oaks I have ever seen, and sitting out under it was our most enjoyable time. We had no children with us, but I wish we had. There was a wonderful little playhouse and swings, and hammocks, and a trail leading up to a lookout point. It would have been a wonderful place to stay a week in the country. Would recommend it highly to families with kids in the 3-10 age range, but all would love Rancho de Vida.
Helpful votes: 2/2
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