Escape to 20 acres of authentic Texas ranch life at Tiny Town at Historic Hico Ranch & RV Park! Choose from 8 unique cabins or 8 RV spots — perfect for families, Tarleton State University visitors, and working crews needing a mid-term stay. Enjoy our fishing pond, horseshoe pit, farm animal petting zoo, and exclusive Horse Motel. Historic Downtown Hico, with its restaurants and shops, is just minutes away. Book your RV stay today!
We offer flexible rentals: nightly, weekly, and monthly rentals.
THE SPACE
AMENITIES and EXTRAS ★ Community and individual fire pits with cowboy grills ★ BBQs and hammocks ★ Ranch animals including cows, mini goats, sheep, and a mini donkey ★ Horseshoe pit ★ WiFi available (may be spotty due to rural location) ★ Horse Motel with stalls and turnout (additional fee) ★ RV sites available ★ Minutes from Historic Downtown Hico ★ 1.5 hours from DFW; approximately 2 hours from Austin/San Antonio ★ Keys locks for easy arrival ★ Starter supplies: paper towels, toilet paper, K-Cups, sugar, creamer, toiletries ★ Sleeps 4 (max 2 adults, 2 children) – 3 Queen Beds
LIVING AREA ★ Smart TV and 2 comfy chairs to unwind.
SLEEPING AREA ★ Bedroom: Queen ★ Bunk Area: 2-Queen
BATHROOM ★ Sink + toilet + shower ★ Mirror and vanity area for getting ready in style ★ Fresh, sanitized bed linens and towels are provided
OUTDOORS – Tiny Town at Historical Hico Ranch and RV Park ★ Glamping at its best — Comfort meets the great outdoors ★ Ranch Animal Pen — Mini goats, donkey, horses, cows & sheep ★ Outdoor BBQ Grills — Cook and dine under the Texas sky ★ Private & Community Fire Pits — Perfect for s’mores, stories & memories ★ Group-Friendly — Great for reunions, getaways & gatherings ★ Wide-Open Spaces — Peaceful nights and breathtaking starry skies ★ Outdoor Camping Chairs — Relax and enjoy the fresh country air
LISTING DESCRIPTION OF YOUR TINY TOWN at HISTORIC HICO RANCH and RV PARK EXTENDED STAY YOUR WAY FURNISHED TINY HOME Welcome to Tiny Town at Historic Hico Ranch & RV Park — your Texas ranch retreat for family adventures, Tarleton visits, and mid-term stays! Set on 20 acres, Tiny Town offers 8 cabins, 8 RV spots, and a Horse Motel. Durango RV 8, features comfortable sleeping space, a fully equipped kitchen, indoor and outdoor dining. Enjoy the petting zoo, fishing pond, horseshoe pit, private cowboy grill and fire pit, and community fire pit under the Texas stars. Bring your horse and let the kids meet our friendly cows, goats, sheep, and mini donkeys. Just minutes from Historic Downtown Hico and 25 minutes from Tarleton State University, with easy access to restaurants, shops, campus events, and nearby attractions. About 1.5 hours from DFW, Durango RV 8 is ideal for families, Tarleton visitors, working crews, traveling professionals, remote workers, and anyone seeking an authentic Texas ranch escape. Come for a visit. Stay for the experience. Book your Texas ranch getaway! PERFECT FOR: ★ Families — authentic ranch adventures & wide-open spaces ★ Tarleton Parents & Families — convenient access to campus ★ Working Crews & Travelers — comfortable mid-term accommodations ★ Tired Workers — premium beds for a restful stay ★ Equestrian Travelers — horses welcome at our Horse Motel ★ Remote Workers — peaceful, productive surroundings ★ Groups & Celebrations — spacious indoor & outdoor gathering areas
NEIGHBORHOOD Just minutes from Historic Downtown Hico, enjoy local restaurants, unique shops, the Billy the Kid Museum, and Hico Hall. Explore Fossil Rim Wildlife Center and Dinosaur World, or experience local favorites like the Texas Steak Cook-Off, Hico Wine Fest, Poker Run, and Old Settlers Reunion. Escape the DFW Metroplex and enjoy Hico’s Western charm, peaceful countryside, and wide-open Texas skies. Welcome to Hico. Welcome home. GREAT LOCATION ★ Historic Downtown Hico 3 mi ★ Local Dining, Boutiques & Antiques ★ Billy the Kid Museum & Hico Hall ★ DFW Metroplex — 1.5 hours away ★ Texas Hill Countr ★ Day Trips — Fossil Rim Wildlife Center & Dinosaur World, about 30 min away ★ Annual Events — Texas Steak Cook-Off, Hico Wine Fest, Poker Run, Old Settlers Reunion & Gravel Locos ★ Tarleton State University — About 25 min away; perfect for visiting families, sporting events, graduations & mid-term stays Looking for another amazing tiny home adventure? Check out our Tiny Town at Lake Eastland and RV Park in Eastland, Texas! (our 2nd Tiny Town with a new twist: fishing and kayaking) OTHER THINGS TO NOTE
PARKING ★ Parking – Please park at animal pen and walk about 100 ft to your tiny home; enough room for 1 vehicles; request overflow parking if needed ★ Please don’t park on the grass
NO SMOKING ★ No Smoking inside. To smoke outside, must be 20 ft from any doorway to the home, and dispose of cigarettes properly (pls do not drop cigarette butts on the ground) Clean up fee for cigarette debris is $100-350
ARRIVING LATE ★Please let host know if you are arriving after 5 PM ★Bring a flashlight! It’s dark at Tiny Town—perfect for viewing the stars.
WEATHER ★Rainy day? An umbrella and boots may come in handy, as it can get muddy.
WIFI ★No WIFI at this Tiny Home - WIFI is available at CABIN 1 and 2, Farm House 7, RV 8, and RV Park, it can be unreliable due to the rural area. ★You may go to the CABIN 1, 2 or RV area to log on outside in those areas if your rental doesn’t have WIFI.
OCCUPANCY REGISTRATION AND VISITOR POLICY ★ We request the booking guest provide their email and verify their email by replying to the email and answering the questions in the email from our company. ★ Only guests registered at the time of booking are permitted on the property during the rental period. ★Please note: This tiny home is available for a maximum of 2 adults or maximum of 2 adult 2 child.. For Working crews - Max 2 adults ★ Visitors are not permitted without prior written approval from the host, Kara. ★ Quiet hours are strictly enforced from 9:00 PM to 9:00 AM, both indoors and outdoors. ★ Noise complaints or a police response may result in immediate eviction without refund. ★ This policy complies with city rental permit requirements, property insurance, and business policies. ★ No Parties of any kind are allowed.
NO LIFEGUARD ON DUTY ★ Pond fishing, activity is at your own risk
GRILL ★ You may need to refill the propane tank for grill and for the fire pit. Please send in receipt for reimbursement ★ Guest responsible for cleaning grill: Please clean grill by turning on high, use brush to scrap before cooking
TX BUGS DISCLAIMER ★ We use professional pest control, but minor pest activity may occur between cleanings ★ Nature Lovers' Alert! Snakes, bugs, and other wildlife are part of Texas charm!
TEXAS WATER NOTE ★ Due to natural sediment, tap water in Texas may appear cloudy, have an unusual smell, or an odd taste. Some guests choose to use bottled water instead.
TRASH ★ Put trash and recycling into trash bags in trash bins in the tiny home. Once full, remove from the tiny home and place it in the dumpster outside of Cabin 1. Only trash in bags can go into the dumpster (no dumping large items please). ★ Proper care for the trash is required or guests will be charged a fee for private trash services (fee ranges from $75-250).
REPORT CONCERNS ★Please report any concerns promptly so we can make them right. resolve the issue promptly. ★Requirements for reporting concerns: *Provide 3 pictures, one close up (within 1 ft), one 3 ft away, one 5-8 ft away–document issue with photos, *Write up a note on what the concern is. *Please send via email to our email and please also alert us via our 888 phone number that you are sending a concern report. Please feel free to also document in your online booking app.
DISCOUNTS ★ We offer Extended and Mid-Term Stay Discounts - see weekly and monthly discounts.
PER GUEST FEE AND PET FEE ★ When booking, please provide the correct number of adults and children and pet (1 pet) to get an accurate price. We employ the common practice of charging a guest fee per person to offset the utilities of the home.
ADDITIONAL GUEST FEES ★ Additional guests: $5-20 per person, per night (see exact amount when you input number of guests.
PET FEES (IF PET IS APPROVED BY MANAGEMENT) ★ Pet fees vary from $75-150 per month, per pet ★ Full Pet Policy including ESA animals is outlined in the House Rules, see below and when you check out. ★ Failure to provide accurate guest counts or pet information will result in rate adjustments.
RV PARK ★Bring your RV friends! ★Our RV Park at the front of the property offers great hookups and amenities. ★Contact your host to add an RV spot to your reservation.
POLICY VIOLATIONS ★ All house policies are aligned with the OTA platform policies. ★ Any policy violation will be handled through the applicable Online Travel Agency (OTA) resolution process. ★ Guests are subject to both the booking platform's Terms of Service and the host's house rules.
RESERVATION POLICY: WEATHER AND FLIGHT DELAYS NO REFUND OR MODIFICATION POLICY ★ In accordance with our company's Terms and Conditions, please be advised: ★ We do not issue refunds or accept reservation modifications due to weather conditions or airline delays. ★ Our Strong Recommendation: We strongly recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance before booking to protect against unforeseen travel disruptions.
RESERVATION ACKNOWLEDGEMENT ★ By confirming your reservation, you acknowledge and agree to the terms of these policies. ★ Scroll to bottom of this listing to see the House Rules and Terms and Conditions ★ Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
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:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and return the keys
1. Personal Belongings
Please check for your belongings
We are not responsible for lost or forgotten items.
2. Beds & Linens
Keep bed linens on the beds.
We will take them off and wash them.
3. Towels
All towels in bathroom
4, Kitchen
Please clean dishes and put away
5. Leave RV unlocked and KEY on the tv stand
6. Thermostat
Set thermostat to: 75°F (AC) / 64°F (Heat)
7. Trash
Trash in bags go in bins or garage-see home guide
8. Lights off, Locks locked, Return any keys
9. Departure Confirmation
Please message us when you have departed.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
Welcome Guide is helpful - please review
We ask to verify your phone and email in order to abide by Insurance and Permit Requirements
Quiet 9pm-9am
Pet Policy / ESA
Must provide a Lic Dr note signed for all ESA animals and never left alone in the rental
Pets must be kept on leash- request info
Rates are based on 1 adult. Additional fee per person will be added to rent
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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
We should mention
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Located in Hico, 8 RV Durango 5th Wheen Hico - Big Texas Ranch Experience is in a rural area. Billy the Kid Museum and Walnut Springs City Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include The Rock Church and W.M. Wright Historical Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching. Visit our Hico travel guide
Hico, TX
What's nearby
Hico City Park
3 min drive - 2.8 miles
Hico City Hall
4 min drive - 3.7 miles
Billy the Kid Museum
5 min drive - 4.0 miles
Hamilton County Courthouse
21 min drive - 21.3 miles
Tarleton State University
35 min drive - 28.5 miles
Restaurants
Jersey Lilly's
4 min drive
Sonic Drive In
4 min drive
Koffee Kup Family Restaurant
4 min drive
Hico Popcorn Works
4 min drive
BarbaCelli’s
4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 8 RV Durango 5th Wheen Hico - Big Texas Ranch Experience pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at 8 RV Durango 5th Wheen Hico - Big Texas Ranch Experience?
As of Sep 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 8 RV Durango 5th Wheen Hico - Big Texas Ranch Experience on Sep 13, 2026 start from $201, including 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 8 RV Durango 5th Wheen Hico - Big Texas Ranch Experience?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 8 RV Durango 5th Wheen Hico - Big Texas Ranch Experience?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
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