Is 5 bedroom house w/pool -- private ranch just 1 hr from Waco pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

5 bedroom house w/pool -- private ranch just 1 hr from Waco Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

Q: Does 5 bedroom house w/pool -- private ranch just 1 hr from Waco have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Q: Where is 5 bedroom house w/pool -- private ranch just 1 hr from Waco located?

This family-friendly Hico vacation home is located in a rural location, 7.5 mi (12 km) from The Rock Church, and within 16 mi (25 km) of Hamilton County Courthouse and Ringness House Museum. Paul and Jane Meyer Observatory and Meridian State Park are also within 20 mi (32 km).

10/10 Excellent

Gloria S.

Apr 5, 2023

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Great Relaxing Stay

The hosts are super hosts and go above and beyond to help and accommodate all your needs.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay K.

Jul 27, 2023

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Great stay!

Beautiful home and location. Nancy was a great host!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia R.

Oct 21, 2024

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Awesome spot

We stayed for a long weekend. It was amazing! First thing you see as you’re coming up the driveway is the spectacular view. Perfect amount of bedrooms for our stay. Very well stocked kitchen. Every detail is thought of. We would definitely come again fir longer!!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

Jul 23, 2024

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Perfect Getaway

We wanted to get away from our day to day and disconnect from screens for a long weekend with our 3 kids and found this gem! My husband and I, along with our 13, 12 and 10 year old had an incredible time and made memories that will last a lifetime!! We can’t wait to come back again in the future!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzy R., Dallas

Oct 8, 2023

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Roomies reunion

Gorgeous views and wonderful accommodations made our weekend memorable!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

gene w.

May 29, 2023

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Beautiful views and mild weather made it a very peaceful weekend!

We enjoyed everything about the house, pool, and property. Beds were comfortable, everything needed was supplied by owner, and the heated pool was an extra bonus. I highly recommend this home!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rae N.

Jun 19, 2024

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Awesome Family Vacation

The property is absolutely beautiful. The ability to go out the back door and explore the countryside with the beautiful wildflowers, creeks and caves, plus have the pool to enjoy made for the most relaxing time for our family. Thank you so much. We will keep this on the list for places we will come back to.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alice B., Fort Worth, TX

Aug 6, 2023

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The Most Wonderful Place!

Starry Creek Ranch was the perfect spot for our multi-generational family. We had ages 4 to 71 and the single story home was just what we needed. We swam and cooked and played games and explored the property - it was the best!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

Jul 13, 2022

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It was a little peace for us.

It was a beautiful property! Loved every second.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kindra K.

May 21, 2023

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We’ll be back!

Our group rented this as a place to stay for the Hico cookoff. Though a little farther from Hico than we would want, the place checks off all our boxes: enough beds and bathrooms, swimming pool, game room, beautiful view and hiking!!! We’ll definitely be back.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandy A., Dallas, Texas

Sep 27, 2022

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Wonderful and Relaxing

We rented this property to celebrate my parents 43rd anniversary. It is a wonderful place to get together with family members relax and enjoy the amazing views. Our host Nancy was great in communicating with any question we had. I would highly recommend this place as a way to get away from it all.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

David and Edith B.

Nov 22, 2023

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Amazing house and property

Well organized and stocked. Everything is labeled. Lots of space and activities. The kids enjoyed the Scavenger Hunt.it was not warm enough to use the pool; we’ll have to return in a warmer season! We enjoyed our family together time in this lovely setting.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn Y.

Jul 3, 2024

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Beautiful space

We stayed here for a family get together and had a wonderful time. The house is very well appointed, with lots of wonderful touches (labels in the kitchens, tons of indoor and outdoor games, rollaway beds, etc.). We had enough space for our group (6 adults, 5 kids). The backyard is beautiful with a great view of nature and a very comfortable bench swing to watch the sunset. There were tons of stars to view once the sun went down as well. The kiddos enjoyed swimming, feeding the fish, exploring nature, playing games, and dancing along with the Jukebox music. It is a great location and a beautiful and comfortable home!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

keeth u.

Aug 21, 2023

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Pics don't even do it justice...

We were blown away with the house and the spectacular view, even after a brutal texas summer, the place was beautiful. Nancy was so nice and helpful. Thank you so very much for hosting! Would absolutely love to come back!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darrel H.

Mar 28, 2023

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Family Starry Ranch Retreat

We had a blast as did my grandkids. Didn't need much. They have what kids like. Lots of open space to enjoy. Let em roam with some supervision. Will rent again. Excellent service and a family setting. Was treated like family by the host. Awesome trip. Enjoyed the beautiful views and fun family times.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phillip C.

Aug 16, 2022

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Amazing!!

The house, the views, and the hospitality were beyond our expectations. Every restroom was fully stocked with tons of spare towels, shampoo/conditioner, and even provided pool towels. Every room had their own theme and was spot on! We brought my in laws out to relax, disconnect, and take in some awesome views… and this stay did just that! We can’t thank The Hughes Family enough for opening up their beautiful home for others to share!!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol K.

Sep 13, 2023

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👍

This property is just as it is represented. We’ve done many vacation rentals and Nancy is definitely the hostess with the mostest. She will bend over backwards to accommodate. All pros and no cons on Starry Creek Ranch. Beautiful home, beautiful scenery and beautifully decorated.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M., Houston, Texas

Sep 12, 2023

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Stunning Ranch House

Upon arrival, everything was clean, neat and aesthetically pleasing. The view from the living room, kitchen and pool was absolutely breathtaking. My family had a wonderful time disconnecting from the world. The House is beautiful. Nancy was very quick to respond to any concerns I had. My family and I really enjoyed ourselves. There were plenty of rooms and beds. The jukebox in the game room was a treat. The scavenger hunt was a hit with the children in our family. I definitely suggest the house for family time or anyone wanting to get away and enjoy peace and quiet. We loved our stay and hope to be back.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean F.

Jul 14, 2023

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Wonderful house, Beautiful house, Breathtaking views and thoughtful and sweet host!!!!

Everything about this Vrbo is wonderful!! The hostess Nancy was on top of the paperwork and has a wonderful welcome packet! We took advantage of everything there was to do.. Fished, rode around the property (gorgeous) hiked to the Indian cave, swam played games and fed the cows. The house feels like a resort but much more personal and kind hospitality.. Everything is labeled and very clean. There are a wide selection of games both indoor and outdoor.. We loved it…. Do bring everything you need for your stay. It is remote and the nearest store is a good ways away. I feel part of its charm..We did make a Walmart run one day so not at all impossible..

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin W.

Jul 24, 2022

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Georgous Property

The ranch was beautiful even during the drought! I have never stayed in a rental where EVERYTHING was labeled. Kitchen drawers, light switches, you name it. I loved not having to search the kitchen by looking in every drawer and cabinet. The decorations are super cute with even the bathrooms having a theme! The game room was awesome and we spent most of the day there when it was too hot to go outside. The pool was very refreshing with an almost infinity pool feel to it with the landscape. The only disappointment was the pictures on the listing showed a pool slide which broke prior to our stay and had to be removed. Communication with Nancy was almost immediate via text and she made us feel welcome. Overall, we had a great time and would recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

Nov 10, 2023

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The Perfect Family Ranch in Texas

Oh the view! I cannot say enough good things about our experience, staying at the Starry Sky Ranch in Cranfills Gap. The house has been meticulously curated to accommodate guests. All furnishings are beautiful, Texas appropriate and well though through for the comfort and aesthetic of the home. Also, the labeling! Drawers, cabinets, closets- everything you could need is available and meticulously labeled and easy to find! And the details from the classic vinyl selection in the pool room, the board games, the books on Texas history, geology, cow identification (a favorite with our group!) and the information on local points of interest and easy day trips made us wish we had booked the whole week! We had 12 people at the ranch and had plenty of space and everyone had a great experience! A favorite was the hand drawn map to the hidden Indian cave and the afternoon excursion to find it! (if you are traveling with kids it is very easy to pop the map out of the three ring binder, and also hide that for them to find!) go on the hike. Look for fossils and arrowheads, and make sure to set aside time to town out all the lights and sit out by the pool to watch the sky. The longer you stare the more layers of stars that seem to appear. It truly was magical. We also managed to sneak in a polar plunge at sunset one night.(the pool is beautiful and the 7 year old and young adults were all game for the plunge!) and you could stare out over the valley for hours and fill your heart.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy M.

Dec 12, 2024

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Wonderful Thanksgiving Getaway

There are just not enough good things I can say about our stay. Owners were very responsive to our questions. Property is breathtaking. Adventure at every turn. Our family greatly benefited from our time here and we are eager to return!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Jun 25, 2024

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Fantastic Place!

Celebrated my 70th birthday with children and grandchildren - everyone had a lot of fun and it was wonderful celebrating with all 14 in the family! Accommodations, pool table, swimming pool and hiking were all first rate and led to a very enjoyable stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rita H.

Jul 30, 2023

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YaYa trip 2023

Loved this location. It was beautiful and any questions we had were answered promptly. Would love to come back again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana R.

Jul 2, 2023

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Annual family getaway

This place is amazing. The pictures absolutely do not do it justice. The hosts have thought of everything, and were very quickly available via text message if needed. We always enjoy our summer family getaway, but this year was special. Everyone loved it here. We will be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

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