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Ranch House

Vacation home in Alba with kitchen and fireplace

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Escape to this serene ranch retreat, surrounded by 566 acres of natural beauty. Stroll down to the newly rebuilt lake and try your luck at catching catfish or bluegill, then relax on the back porch with a BBQ feast or unwind by one of two cozy fireplaces.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ranch House

Relax away from the city lights. This place sits in the middle of a 566 acre ranch with a 25 acre lake just a short walking distance from the house. The lake was just rebuilt in 2022 so the fish aren’t trophies yet but you can catch catfish, bluegill and small bass. Sit and watch the deer and other wildlife from the porches, cook out on the back porch with the family, go for a nature walk or enjoy a nice fire from the living room or screened in porch fireplaces.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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
Onsite 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Map
Alba, TX

What's nearby

  • Lake Fork - 12 min drive - 10.5 miles
  • Salt Palace Museum - 13 min drive - 9.9 miles
  • Texas General Hospital - 14 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • Mineola Historical Museum - 18 min drive - 17.6 miles
  • Emory Livestock Auction - 19 min drive - 22.6 miles

Getting around

  • Mineola Station - 16 min drive
  • Tyler, TX (TYR-Pounds Regional) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Richie's Bar & Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Silver Lake Cellars Winery & Vineyard - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬10 min drive
  • Jack In The Box
  • ‪Log Cabin restaurant - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ranch House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Ranch House?

As of Dec 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ranch House on Dec 31, 2025 start from $225.0, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ranch House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ranch House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ranch House located?

Situated in Alba, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Salt Palace Museum, Texas General Hospital, and Lake Fork. Mineola Historical Museum and Mineola Railroad Museum are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Ranch House Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

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Cleanliness

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Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and comfort second to none! Perfectly located within miles from anything you choose to do.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie M.

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

Great place to stay!

We really enjoyed our time here! It was a great house, very clean, and beautiful outdoor areas.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary O.

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

Great place to stay!!

Very clean and secluded
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad W.

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

Great house with great owners

We really enjoyed our stay. Thank you for offering to let us keep our boat in your shop. You have a really nice place for a get-a-way.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine T.

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

Home away from home

We were there for a work trip and will definitely come back again next year. Home had everything you needed with a little extra. Host was very informative and made the entire process easy.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly E.

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

Great Place

Very beautiful home. Private and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deana C., Alpine

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

Hidden gem

Cute house out in the country! We were in town just a day and this house was perfect. If you are looking for a clean and quiet place this is it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie T.

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

Great family place!!!

My sister and I brought out 3 boys ages 12,14 and 15. Beautiful house, great hosts, great pond and walking/running trail. Welcome snack basket was a favorite for the kids and so were Salt and Pepper, the pigs :-) We would love to stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

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

Hated to leave

My kids and I stayed here for a little over a month while our house was being remodeled. The house is big and beautiful, with everything you might need for your stay. The location was by far the best part. Quiet, private, peaceful, wildlife, a lake, plenty of room for the kids to run around and play. The owners are so sweet and kind. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 41 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy V.

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

Perfect for fishing fork!

Property and house was absolutely amazing! Very big and clean! Secluded and great neighborhood! Didn't have to worry about the boats! Communicating with the owner was a breeze and they took care of us without hesitation! House is about a 9 minute drive to lake fork, which was perfect with multiple gas stations and tackle stores on the way! Absolutely perfect stay for a week fishing fork! Will definitely be back! 5 stay! 5 House!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley T.

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

Restful Stay

We enjoyed the privacy the house allowed. It sits way off the main highway, in a beautiful area. Upon arrival there was a huge basket of snacks and goodies to enjoy. It was super clean and we all had room to spread out. Every bedroom had its own tv, which was very nice for our family of 5 to be able to relax and rest. Another perk was that our fur babies were able to enjoy it as well. I don’t even have the words to say how kind our host was. I would definitely recommend this place for anyone looking for a peaceful, relaxing respite from the world.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Smooth check in and beautiful country home. Love the snack station upon check in and the woods leading to the lake. Beds comfy and the cold ac make this a 5 star experience
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful, comfortable, and well-appointed home. It was a great place for our family to stay over a weekend and the host was very accommodating and left treats out for our kids, which was a nice touch!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay N.

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

Fantastic property

Will be back with the wife and other family members sometime in the future!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

kim k.

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

Lovely grounds

We had a great stay. Lots of space.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

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

Beautiful Property

Host was very hospitable and house was amazing. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miles D.

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

Hassle free great experience

Easy check in and out. Creat communication with host. Beautiful place.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy L.

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

Trade Days Weekend

What an amazing and quiet location! Perfect place after a long day in Canton. Host is amazing- great communication and even bought a couple kitchen items for us when asked if they had the items on hand! 10 ⭐️
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Tim D.

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

Great place to stay

Everything was wonderful except mattress in master bedroom had issues. Slats would fall out and mattress felt like your feet were higher than your head but other than that it was beyond what we expected. A lot of thoughtfulness went into preparing for visitors. And communication was excellent. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023