Barn Loft Living at a Texas Longhorn Mini Ranch

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Kitchen
Outdoor space

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Pflugerville, TX

Lake Pflugerville
‪5 min drive‬
Typhoon Texas Austin
‪8 min drive‬
Kalahari Indoor Water Park
‪17 min drive‬
Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

LOFT

2 Queen Beds, 1 Single Bed and 1 Crib

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Have a true Texas experience by staying in the barn loft at a mini ranch with registered Texas Longhorns. A new loft has been constructed with whitewashed shiplap, rustic timbers and telephone poles. Three oversized windows that allow you to look down into the stables along with the horses and longhorns. The bathtub/shower is a converted water trough. The open floor plan includes 2 queen size beds, a kitchenette and entertainment center. Vaulted ceilings make for a cozy stay.

The space
Interact with the animals up close or from the comfort of your private room overlooking the stables through two giant 6 foot windows.
A small pond complete with dock on the property is ideal for the adventurous who wish to try fishing. Large mouth bass and plenty of carp have been caught.

Property manager

Greg Nielsen

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Pflugerville

Located in Pflugerville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Pflugerville and Pfluger Park, while Flix Brewhouse by Galaxy and The Dan Moody Museum Home & Garden are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Make time for Kalahari Indoor Water Park, or head to an event or a match at Round Rock Sports Center. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding.

Pflugerville, TX

What's nearby

Lake Pflugerville - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
Typhoon Texas Austin - 8 min drive - 7.9 km
Dell Diamond - 15 min drive - 14.9 km
Kalahari Indoor Water Park - 17 min drive - 16.1 km
Round Rock Multipurpose Complex - 17 min drive - 17.0 km

Getting around

Taylor Station - 22 min drive
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬7 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
‪Chick-fil-A - ‬7 min drive
‪54th Street Restaurant & Drafthouse - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Barn Loft Living at a Texas Longhorn Mini Ranch pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Barn Loft Living at a Texas Longhorn Mini Ranch?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Barn Loft Living at a Texas Longhorn Mini Ranch?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Barn Loft Living at a Texas Longhorn Mini Ranch located?

This family-friendly Pflugerville holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Pflugerville and Blackhawk Golf Club. Typhoon Texas Austin and Pfluger Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

nancy b.

24 December 2024

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

Unique Barn and Long horns

Loved looking out the windows and seeing a herd of longhorns and seeing all the different chickens running around! The only reasons we gave it 4 stars is that the access to the loft is a bit steeper than what we would have expected and the bed mattresses are in nooks set on the floor. But overall it was a fun experience!!

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl A.

25 April 2023

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

All around perfection!

Hard to put into words how much I loved our barn stay. I was very skeptical, but put my faith in my 9 year old who chose to sleep in a barn. Turns out, I loved everything about it- the living space was warm and inviting, beds super comfy, the views spectacular, the animals amazing, the host wonderful and so helpful. Can't say enough good things and will look for any excuse to return. Thank you, Greg, for sharing your slice of Texas with this indoorsy girl.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony L.

29 March 2023

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

Great place to experience living in a barn, with all the comfort of everything you need!

Great place to stay. You can sit inside and watch the long horns or horses or go outside and hand feed the animals. Check in and out was extremely easy. Step to get upstairs are a little steep but worth the experience.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barb D.

28 December 2022

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

Restoration at Rustoration Ranch

Just what our family needed to be still for awhile, together, to take a breath! We only stayed for two nights, however, we arrived on Christmas… to stay near the animals in the “stable”… could not get more perfect a reminder of the true meaning of the day! To see up close the longhorns, both massive yet gentle. Watching them coexist with the horses, seeing the bunnies and cats and chickens all living their best life! We came from the cold NorthEast, so a sunny almost 60 was perfect for reading outside. What a way to begin a vacation-spectacular! Treat yourself to this very special place- traveled with our two teen daughters and the space was perfect for the four of us. Host attentive and accommodating, making sure we were warm enough in the unseasonably cold nights (for Texas) ;-)

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connie P.

17 October 2022

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

Best TEXAS RANCH experience!

If your looking for the best TEXAS RANCH experience this is definitely the place! A totally unique experience with a front row view to animals including horses, longhorns, chickens, bunnies etc The host was exceptionally tuned in to all of our needs and concerns and even referred us to some local restaurants. The loft was was absolutely delightful and had everything we needed to make our two day stay comfortable. I brought one of my relatives from California as a surprise and boy was she overjoyed and impressed to have had this experience. The only thing I would warn is, if mobility impaired, this may not be the stay for you. I would HIGHLY recommend this experience. Five STAR in my opinion—-ONE OF A KIND!!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Noemi

12 August 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

jaimee c.

17 June 2022

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

Loved it!

Ou grandson’s one request while in Texas was to see longhorns. What a dream for him to get to stay in a barn loft housing them! He was thrilled and we had a wonderful stay! Very accommodating and thoughtful in all the little touches that mean so much! We had everything we needed and enjoyed all the farm animals and recreation available! Will definitely stay again!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

6 June 2022

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

Rejuvenating, memory-filled, and great for kids!

I have wanted to do a 'farm stay' for a long time. But I also didn't want to be too far from stores and other attractions. Plus, I wanted to be able to bring my young son and not feel like everything was a hazard. This ranch was the perfect blend of all of that! And close to Typhoon Waterpark. There was great communication from the host before we even got there, letting us know where to park, what to expect. From the moment we pulled up, I knew this was going to be amazing. The barn is legit a working barn, and the horses and longhorns' pen is literally 10 feet from the stairs up to our loft. And yes, it smells like hay, dirt, and animals, BUT nothing gross or heavy. The barn is wide open on one side where the animals come in, and there is a sturdy fence between them and the stairs. You can choose to interact with them or not. And the wind blows through, so the barn / animal smell is relatively mild. It never once bothered me, and in fact added to the ambience of it. The loft itself is amazing! Like an oasis, tucked upstairs. For 3 days, we had heavy gusting winds before a storm. And not once did the pace move or creak or feel unsafe—solid and quiet! You do hear the animals occasionally—like the chickens tended to cluck briefly around dinner time, and the big longhorn (named Lone Star) would moo occasionally, but really only once or twice and move on. Once the sun went down, it was always very quiet. The beds were amazing! Seriously, my son and I think they are the best we have ever slept on, and will be replacing ours at home with what they have here, for sure. Kitchen was appointed pretty well. I'd say they have just enough dishes, utensils, spices and other items for most guests. No dishwasher, so understand you will need to do some dishes by hand during your stay—not a problem for me. There were eggs in the fridge from the chickens right outside! They were amazing—so fresh. The host lives in the ranch house, about 70 yards away. He greeted us the first day, and taught us how to feed the horses and longhorns. Things to keep in mind (but NOT issues for me): the stairs to the loft are sturdy, but a tad bit steeper than usual stairs. The bathroom ceiling gets low over the sink, so expect to hunch over a bit. You have to keep the door shut to keep out barn smell and bugs—to be expected, but if you are one that prefers a breeze / draft, this is not going to happen here. But, it never felt stuffy, and the air conditioning worked great.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Devin W.

9 August 2021

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

Great Family Stay!

Spent 6 Nights at the Loft with my Wife and 3 Young kids and we loved every minute there! They could not get enough of all the animals! If your looking for a great location to stay close to everything but away at the same time this is it! Will be back for sure!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Greg Nielsen

A technology entrepreneur with an interest in restoring and driving classic vehicles. I thought the barn would have been a great place to work on cars, but my city girl wife had other plans, and filled it with animals, including registered Texas Longhorns, Horses, Holland lop-eared bunnies, chickens, ducks, cats and ......

Why they chose this property

A little bit country, but close enough to all of the amenities. We are an oasis in the middle of suburban housing sprawl.
We are close to Tesla, SpaceX, Amazon and downtown Austin for those blending work with pleasure.

What makes this property unique

Close to major freeways. Privacy of country living, but near proximity to shopping, entertainment and water parks.

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1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

LOFT

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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