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Guest Lodge on the Johnson Fork of the Llano River

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Buffalo Room
Guest Lodge
Aerial view
Rodeo Room
Magnificent Seven Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 14278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Junction, TX
  • Junction Rivers Winery
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Texas Tech University
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • South Llano River State Park
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Buffalo Room

2 Single Beds

Bunk Room

2 Single Bunk Beds

Cattle Room

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Magnificent Seven Room

4 Single Beds

Rodeo Room

2 Single Beds

5 bathrooms

Buffalo Room

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bunk Room

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Cattle Room

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Magnificent Seven

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Rodeo Room

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Guest Lodge on the Johnson Fork of the Llano River

Perhaps you are old enough to remember the good old western movies with the ruggedly beautiful, gently rolling Texas type scenery in the background of the cattle drive or the weary rider heading off into the sunset. Escondido Ranch, located in south central Texas is exactly like that Hollywood version of the Old West, complete with mesquite brush, hills and wooded areas, and the low canyons perfect for those early morning sunrise or late evening sunset.
The Guest Lodge is located in the valley, with a spacious back porch overlooking the Johnson Fork of the Llano River. Each of the bedrooms in the Guest Lodge have a spectacular view of the river and the wildlife that frequents this beautiful sight. The bedrooms are tastefully decorated in a Western style with each bedroom having its own bathroom.

Our Guest Lodge is equipped with a full kitchen, a living room area with wide screen TV and a spacious porch overlooking the River.


For mid-day relaxation, you can lounge on the outside patio or swim in the river.

In addition to the first class accommodations there is also the option to catch and release fish on over 2 miles of a spring fed river that runs through the property. This riverbed also provides excellent viewing of wild hogs, Rio Grande Turkey, Whitetails, and various other exotics. Being at this Texas ranch is both breathtaking as well as relaxing and rejuvenating. It is almost impossible to imagine you are just a few miles of the beaten path as it is quiet, serene and beautiful.

This is a great location for families or several couples that just want to getaway.

If you are a smaller party then our other listing on the same ranch might be for you!

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Property manager

Heather Lyon

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed in the house.
No unannounced guests

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Junction

Located in Junction, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Junction Golf Club and Junction Rivers Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore South Llano River State Park and Schrier Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Junction, TX

What's nearby

  • Schrier Park - 8 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Kimble County Historical Museum - 10 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Junction Rivers Winery - 10 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Texas Tech University - 11 min drive - 15.1 km
  • South Llano River State Park - 18 min drive - 18.5 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Segovia 66 Truck Stop - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Guest Lodge on the Johnson Fork of the Llano River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Guest Lodge on the Johnson Fork of the Llano River?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Guest Lodge on the Johnson Fork of the Llano River?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Guest Lodge on the Johnson Fork of the Llano River located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Schrier Park, Junction Golf Club and Kimble County Historical Museum. South Llano River State Park and Texas Tech University are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fabiola G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful scenery, Fun for us all

It had everything we needed for every age group. The owners were attentive and kind.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

ryan l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Ranch

Was a pretty cool place to stay at for a large group of people. House was very clean and the river was flowing great even in a drought
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice

Great place for our annual class of 1968 get together although the weather was too hot to enjoy the outdoors much. Plenty of room, spotless and great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert C., Seminole, Tx

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect For Exploring and Relaxing

This is an amazing property. The land is beautiful. A swimming hole that provides hours of fun. Acres to roam around. Owners and staff are helpful and swift to reply. Every bedroom has a private bath and access to a large, well appointed patio area that is perfect any time of day. Well stocked kitchen. Game room with pool table, poker table, television and comfy seating. We could go on and on. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara j., Martindale, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway on the South Llano River

Host and ranch personnel were friendly and helpful. We loved sitting on the back porch with a fire in the evening and hiking around the property. We visited Caverns of Sanora and Kayaked the S. Llano our last day.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cassie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible!

The property was beautiful we were greeted an shown around and checked on when we crossed paths. They showed us the swim spots by the river and had the cutest interactions with my youngest who had a birthday over the weekend! They made us feel so welcome and like wed known them forever! 10 out of 10 recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Escondido Lodge

We had a great time at the lodge. We enjoyed playing in the river and fishing during the day, and grilling and hanging out in the shop area in the evening. We will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It Couldn't Have Been Better!!!

Our family of 13 which included 8 adults and 5 kids (7, 5, 4, 2 1/2 years and 6 weeks old) met at Escondido Ranch to celebrate our son and daughter-in-law's graduations from medical school. The time we spent at this beautiful ranch on the peaceful tributary of the llano river, was everything we could have asked for. We awoke and had coffee to the sight and sound of beautiful birds, we caught (and released) fish fast enough to delight even the 4 year old, we waded and floated in the cool, clear water, we played games on the lawn and in the gameroom, went on wildlife viewing hikes in the evening and saw millions and millions of stars at night. We had everything we needed in the house from the kitchen to the gameroom. Our beds were comfortable and I especially loved that each bedroom had a door to the outside. We brought folding tables and used the outdoor chairs and benches to make a table long enough for our big group to gather together for dinner in the shade on the lawn. Does it sound heavenly? It was. I wouldn't have changed a thing. Thank you to Heather and Austin for helping us get settled and making sure we had everything we needed! We will be back
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sam S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It was a great few days...

Beautiful ranch with plenty of room to explore. The guest lodge was clean, comfortable and relaxing - plenty of room to space out. We waded in the river, hiked and explored along the river, caught a lot of fish, saw wildlife, and made s'mores at night - it was a perfect way to spend a few days as a family. Heather was very responsive and helpful. We hope to revisit again. Thank you for making your special place available.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing getaway with first class style and natural amenities!

Our time was so relaxing! Having coffee with the exotics and whitetail and turkey. Running water soothing through the day, cold pools of water and a slow float through nature. Pool and poker in the evenings before time under the stars or around the fire. Steaks on the grill and Bluebell in the freezer! What a great place for the family and friends! Hope to make it a regular meeting place! The friendly owners and managers made it a breeze with not the least trouble to get settled in! 5 star for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Julia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful & Private Weekend!

The property is secluded and private, we hung out and fished all day at the various spots on the river that vary between a couple of inches to a few feet. The house was very clean and just like the photos. Grilled a couple of nights and had smores! Would highly recommend it. Although we felt like it was only us on the ranch, it was comforting to know that the ranch manager is there if you need him.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

About the host

Hosted by Heather Lyon

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Hi my name is Heather and I am a Texas native that loves to travel!

Why they chose this property

I invite you to come experience our slice of paradise here in the rural Hill Country of Texas.

What makes this property unique

This property is laid back with amazing views!