Gorgeous Lakeside Retreat Center (30 beds)

Welcome to Peaceful Waters, featuring 53 acres of nature, games, pool, hot tub, fishing, hiking & biking, and more!

Located just 1 hour from Austin and 2 hours from Houston, this gorgeous, newly constructed facility has everything you need for an unforgettable stay, with stunning lakefront views from every room – perfect for large families, group getaways, and retreats.

The Peaceful Waters Retreat Center features 8 guest suites, a fully equipped professional kitchen, dining + lounge are, and flexible event room. These lakefront buildings feature natural earthblock construction, keeping the spaces naturally cool in the summer and cozy in the winter.

Planning a larger event? Check out our listing to rent the whole property and sleep 40+ people, including the amenity-packed ranch house with game room, sauna, steam room, gym, and more.

Maps & floor plans available, just message and ask!

THE BUILDINGS
1. Great Room (1200 ft²)
- Open concept kitchen/dining/lounge, seats 40+

2. Event Room (1100 ft²)
- Large open space with full bathroom – great for workshops, yoga, or gatherings

3. 4 Duplex Buildings – 8 Private Guest Suites
- Suites 1 & 2 (350 ft²) – Queen
- Suites 3 - 6 (550 ft²) King, 2 twins, and sleeper sofa + luxurious quadruple shower
- Suites 7 & 8 (700 ft²) King, 2 twins, and sleeper sofa + deluxe bathtub

Each suite has:
- Private entrance
- Full bathroom
- Porch w/adirondacks

Suites 3-8 have mini fridge & coffee/tea bar

AMENITIES
- Huge in-ground pool with volleyball and pool toys (pool heating optional: $75)
- Family friendly amenities available: Ping pong, arcade game, kids toys, board games, and more!
- 8 person hot tub
- 75” TV available upon request
- Fire pit for cozy evenings and s’mores
- Spacious patio with grill
- Bounce house available ($75)

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
- 53 acres to explore
- 5 acre private lake w/SUPs, canoe, and row boat
- Catch and release fishing allowed
- 2 mi. hiking/biking trails

FARM & WILDLIFE
- Abundant wildlife: Deer, heron, frogs, wild turkeys, and playful otter families

PRIVACY
You will have private access to the entire Retreat Center facility.

Please note, our property includes a 1/4 acre farm and a separate “Ranch House” rental. The Ranch House is a couple hundred yards from your buildings, with no line of sight between. Outdoor activities like the lake, hiking, etc. may be shared with other guests staying on the property. For exclusive access to all 53 acres, please ask about our Whole Property buyout option.

Staff may be onsite performing farm, ranch, and landscaping work around the property and buildings. We will always do our best to respect your privacy.

POLICIES
- Quiet hours: 10PM to 8AM.
- No parties without pre-approval.
- Rental agreement required (you’ll receive a link after booking)
- We treat & maintain buildings to reduce bugs, but this is the countryside – no refunds for pests
- Check-in: After 4PM – Check-out: Before 11AM. Early check-in/late checkout available for a fee (if schedule allows)

Please remember to communicate these “Ranch Rules” to your guests:
- Hot tub: Cover & buckle after use (or it gets gross)
- Doors & A/C: Keep doors closed when running A/C to avoid breaking it
- Pool: No glass in pool area
- No driving on the grass, it can damage irrigation & septic
- Garbage bags go in bins! (or critters get into them)
- Respect the property: Please treat the place like it’s your own