Walden Retreats

4.0 star property

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Fireplace
View from room
Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds
Mini-fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, toaster oven
Separate tub and shower, deep soaking tub, rainfall showerhead
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services
The price is $187
$279 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2

Explore the area

Map
1388 Gipson Rd, Johnson City, TX, 78636
  • Popular LocationLyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park12 min drive
  • Popular LocationExotic Resort Zoo18 min drive
  • Popular LocationTexas Hill Country Wineries28 min drive
  • AirportAustin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)71 min drive

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Room options

Premier Tent

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Tent

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
  • 441 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Tent

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
  • 441 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Johnson City

Located in Johnson City, Walden Retreats is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park and Johnson's Boyhood Home are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Exotic Resort Zoo and Texas Hill Country Wineries. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming.

What's nearby

  • Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park - 12 min drive
  • Texas Hills Vineyards - 16 min drive
  • Exotic Resort Zoo - 18 min drive
  • William Chris Vineyards - 18 min drive
  • Texas Hill Country Wineries - 28 min drive

Getting around

  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Charro Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Pecan Street Brewing - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Old 290 Brewery - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪El Agave - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Walden Retreats

Upscale tentalow by the river
You can look forward to a grocery/convenience store, designer stores on site, and a firepit at Walden Retreats. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.
Other perks at this tentalow include:
  • Free self parking
  • Multilingual staff, a water dispenser, and a gift shop
  • Smoke-free premises, barbecue grills, and a porter/bellhop
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like air conditioning and separate dining areas.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Memory foam beds and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and deep soaking tubs
  • Decks/patios, wardrobes/closets, and separate dining areas

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Designer stores
  • Fishing
  • Library
  • Shopping
  • Winery release events

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 3,500 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Communal living room
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Mini-fridge
  • Paper towels
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area
  • Toaster oven

Outdoor space

  • Deck/patio

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests will receive key retrieval information

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children 7 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 7 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 7 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Walden Retreats Johnson City
Walden Retreats Safari/Tentalow
Walden Retreats Safari/Tentalow Johnson City

Frequently asked questions

Is Walden Retreats pet-friendly?

Yes, this tentalow allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Walden Retreats?

As of Jun 5, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Walden Retreats on Jul 1, 2024 start from $187.2, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Walden Retreats?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Walden Retreats?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Walden Retreats?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Walden Retreats located?

Situated on the waterfront, this tentalow is within 9 mi (15 km) of Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park, Johnson's Boyhood Home, and Texas Hills Vineyards. Highland Lakes and Exotic Resort Zoo are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a unique experience! We enjoyed it so much! Such a cute neat place!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. We loved it here!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Reconnection getaway
Our anniversary getaway. Short trip but so much time to reconnect. It was so nice without the noise of any kind. It’s just you and the elements of nature. We had a great time grilling, star gazing every night and swimming. Can’t wait to try out during winter.
View from our tent
Swimming hole
Dinner at dusk
Hubby grilling
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mariza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing Weekend
It was absolutely beautiful and peaceful! We would love to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deema

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, peaceful and relaxing place! It was easy to check in and out, and they are so communicative and responsive and friendly in every interaction! The tents are unique and thoughtfully decorated, with convenient amenities provided. Can’t wait to return someday soon :)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shamarion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Ann

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had to leave the car in a parking lot…would have been better to be able to park closer to the tents. They could make the golf carts that they use to carry everyone’s luggage available for visitors to use to and from the tents
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lainie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

DALE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruediger

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect place to unwind
Wonderful stay! So quiet & peaceful. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mollie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

EMILY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely weekend away
We loved our stay at Walden! We had wanted to go for awhile and enjoyed it a lot. Super comfortable bed, lovely views and quiet property. It was extremely windy when we were there, so we didn’t get to make use of the fire pit, and the tent was quite loud at night because of the wind but nothing to be done about that! Love that it is pet friendly, our pup really enjoyed it. An accessibility warning, you do park your car in a lot and then walk to your tent, so just keep that in mind if you have trouble walking etc!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Kerrville

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and helpful. It’s a bit off the beaten path which makes it more of an adventure. We stayed in a large tent overlooking the river … very scenic and relaxing location. Was fun to cook up steaks and dine at the tent. Really enjoyed it, will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ariel

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience! The staff was so friendly (we loved Kat!) and helpful. We felt like family from the minute we arrived. The grounds are gorgeous! We saw so much wildlife (various birds, deer, armadillos, etc), enjoyed laying in the hammock area, watched the sunset on our deck, layed and watched the stars from our tent. Just all around incredible experience. There is so much to do on the property you don’t need to leave unless you want to venture out. The gift shop is stocked with local items (and local beer!) The cabins have everything you need, I was skeptical of the AC in the tent but it worked GREAT. Cannot wait to go back in the fall when the river is higher.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022