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Experience Elm Lake Ranch. Close to Waco, Magnolia Silos and Baylor.

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Smart TV
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Riesel, TX
  • Baylor University
    13 min drive
  • Ur Donut Shop
    4 min drive
  • Waco Transit Center
    15 min drive
  • Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional)
    26 min drive

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About this property

Experience Elm Lake Ranch. Close to Waco, Magnolia Silos and Baylor.

Located less than 15 minutes from Downtown Waco, the popular Magnolia Market and Silos, Baylor University, and many restaurants and experiences, the 140-acre Ranch offers convenient access to all the amenities the Waco and Central Texas area has to offer. The Ranch also offers an escape to a slower pace, spectacular sunsets and stary nights. Take relaxing strolls or longer hikes across the pastures or through the several wooded areas throughout the Ranch. Enjoy fishing and kayaking (no recreational lake equipment is provided) on our 15-acre private bass fishing lake, or you might prefer our 1.5-acre catfish lake, or any of our other ponds and tanks. The Ranch offers an abundance of wildlife.
Our two-bedroom, two-bath farm house is well appointed and offers a comfortable stay in a unique and relaxing environment.
The first bedroom features a King with its own adjoining bathroom, while the other bedroom has two twin beds with its own adjoining bathroom. With two separate sitting areas, a dining area and a full kitchen, the indoor living spaces are bright and offer terrific views of the Ranch.
Guests will have access to several grilling opportunities, a fire pit, Adirondack seating and BBQ area. An HEB Plus is within approximately 10 minutes if you choose to eat in.
Sit back and enjoy life at the Elm Lake Ranch.

The Ranch is perfect for flexcations, family vacations and gatherings, bridal showers, weddings and small events as well as guided experiences at additional pricing.
You'll find features like a water park at this farm stay.
  • Free WiFi
  • Splash around at the water park
  • 15 minutes by car from Magnolia Market at the Silos and 9 minutes from Marlin Branch
This farm stay offers its guests a water park.

This Riesel farm stay is smoke free.

Property manager

Wayne Allen

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Water park access

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Heating
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Fridge
  • Stovetop

More

  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 99
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Experience Elm Agritourism
Experience Elm Lake Ranch!!!!! Riesel
Experience Elm Lake Ranch!!!!! Agritourism property
Experience Elm Lake Ranch!!!!! Agritourism property Riesel

Experience Elm Lake Ranch. Close to Waco, Magnolia Silos and Baylor. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Debra H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Trip
We had a wonderful time. The host was very easy to communicate with and accommodating. The home was very quiet and relaxing. While there we had the privilege to watch a group of fraternity and sorority members build their homecoming float on the home’s property and visit with the group of students. The only minor downside was that there could be a few more dishes and that is just minor.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Dawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet country escape
A lovely country location to escape for a few days whilst still having access to the activities & restaurants of nearby Waco. The property is rustic but clean & tidy inside. For the w/e price point some additional kitchen utensils, towels, pots & pans would be helpful as the kitchen provisions are basic. The back deck has a great outlook and would definitely benefit from having a grill/bbq out there. Given the country setting I think a few more provisions to allow for easy home cooking would have made our stay a little easier but overall we had a great trip. Wayne the owner was very friendly and offered advice on things to do in the surrounding area, just a shame Texas couldn’t cool down a little bit to let us & our dog enjoy the outdoors a bit more ;)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hoyt F., Coppell, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great stay!
We always enjoy coming here! We had a nice peaceful stay, spent time fishing, walking the beautiful property, and shopping in Waco. We hope to return again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Country Getaway
Our family of four and friends enjoyed this country oasis. The property is beautiful and the fishing in the private lake was so fun! The host was exceptionally kind and very attentive, would definitely recommend this stay if you are visiting Waco.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hoyt F., Coppell, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property and Relaxing Stay
Our family had a wonderful time! The wildflowers on the property were beautiful, the fishing was good, and the farmhouse was perfect. The host and his son answered questions immediately and made sure we had everything we needed for a relaxing stay. We hope to return again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving on the Ranch
This was the perfect location for our family holiday getaway. We were close enough to the city to hop in for restaurants but also able to escape the city pace and enjoy the quiet. Very comfortable for lounging, family meals, movies, playing games, and walks on the ranch. Wayne was very responsive before, during, and after our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cindi S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location
We were in Waco for the Ironman combined with our 25th wedding anniversary. We found this property that was absolutely perfect for both! We wanted peace to rest up for the race, but not too far from all the activities. It never took us more than 20 minutes to get anywhere we wanted to go. We will definately choose to stay here in the future if we find ourselves in Waco again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

James S., Tustin US

Liked: Cleanliness
Adventure and Decompression in one place.
Beautiful, relaxing, fun. Hosts are great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021