Days before stay I received a notification that they were overbooked - they offered another cabin and some activities to compensate. Accepted that offer. Never received any fun activities and feel that I overpaid for a way smaller cabin than I originally reserved.
The property itself is really nice. Free internet washing dryer was a big help. It was very cosy and quiet which is what was important to me. Mickey was very communicative and helpful during the entire process. I can't recommend enough staying here. Thank tou for everything!
We came to the area for a family wedding and i had no idea all the available activites that were available on the property. Even i had this trip, we were consumed that weekend with the wedding at another venue. We are planning to return to the area in the summer with grandchildren to experience all they have to offer, please do your research to all the opportunities! The cabin was immaculate and newly remodeled. Only concern was that it wasnt the cabin i thought we would be staying in so be sure! Micky was easy to get ahold of and came straight over to replace a battery in the fire alarm and was so helpful in sharing places to eat dinner at the evening before the wedding :) Definitely will go again.
This place is just absolutely beautiful. If you love animals, this is the place to go. They are everywhere and very friendly. The owners were very nice and helpful. The cabin was just what we were looking for a getaway. The ranch is in very close to Boerne and a couple of vineyards. We will definitely come back.
Vicky and Mickey are the BEST! What a beautiful location to enjoy the family with friendly animals, nature and extraordinary kindness. Having stayed at many commercial resorts, Home away from Home beats any of them with their extreme genuine attention given to each guest to make sure they are happy. The activities are a must... whether it is horseback riding, shooting, or a night hike, you will walk away more confident in your new abilities and talents thanks to Mickey. The meals are Delicious! Vicky can take you around the world with her knowledge of different countries and their relationship with food. The ingredients are natural and healthy to make a wonderful pairing of dishes! We cannot wait to visit again! Thank You Mickey and Vicky...you truly have created a masterpiece!
I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Home Away Ranch. Micky and Vicky were amazing hosts and super helpful throughout the planning process. The house was gorgeous and set on an amazing 30-acre ranch with all assortments of friendly animals. I recommend doing every activity that is offered on the ranch, they are all wildly educational and fun due to Mickys amazing personality. Horse riding is a must, especially for beginners. Overall, it was one of the best vacations I have taken with my family, and fun for all ages. Although it may initially seem on the more expensive side, it is well, well worth it. Thank you Micky and Vicky for an amazing time!
The owner, Mickey, was beyond accommodating and made the visit very enjoyable.
patricia o.
10/10
This was an excellent getaway. The house was perfect for us. The girls Loved all of the farm animals Especially Billy Bob the goat all of the donkeys and of course, Hantzel and Gretel the Catahoulas. We can't Wait to visit y'all again in October. Thank you so much for this wonderful experience the girls cannot wait to come back and ride horses again. See you soon
The location is scenic and secluded with a screened in patio and a very comfortable bed. Highly recommend
John S.
10/10
Down the road (literally...) from Luckenbach and a million miles from "the grind" for adults and kids alike. Get back to what matters most in life - or perhaps enjoy experiencing it for the first time...
Our stay has undoubtedly made lifetime memories. Imagine seeing your kid willing to drop the iPad in a heartbeat (and you...drop the cell phone - NOW) to go outside when friendly donkeys and goats stop by to say hello. Walk amongst the rustic Hill Country landscape. Maybe watch Axis deer walk along the treeline.
Can't sit still (yet)? OK, well that's probably why you need to be here. No need to go far. A few minutes puts you right into quaint downtown Boerne - in my humble opinion, way better than Fredericksburg. Sit under a nice shady tree and feed the ducks and turtles in Cibolo Creek on River Road. Grab a yummy shaved ice or a cold local brew right there by the creek. Go play in the Guadalupe River just a few minutes up the road - ask Vicky about a great local spot. No frills, no fleets of inner tubes with beer coolers in tow. Take Micky's advice on an excellent nearby BBQ joint. It's maybe a mile or less from Vicky's river recommendation. So is a local winery.
Forget the agenda. Discover "laid back". It's awesome.
Want a real tip? Eat and drink like royalty...just talk to Vicky. To use my Maine vocabulary, everything from breakfast to dinner to cocktails..."wicked good"!
Looking for more of a central location for day trips? OK. Luckenbach and countless vineyards (as well as Deep Eddy Vodka) are not far away. Head down into San Antonio or over to Natural Bridge Caverns and more in the nearby New Braunfels area. Quaint little Comfort is just up the road. Not too far away is Fredericksburg, with a nice drive out 965 to Enchanted Rock.
Or just pretty much stay right at home with Micky and Vicky and their critter-ly crowd. They're furry, they're funny - and while they may oink, peep, neigh and such, they'll never honk their horn or cut you off at a traffic light. Countless pictures and countless memories for my daughter. Memories almost sure to choke you up every time you relive them. I'm already trying to figure out the next time to go back...
I enjoyed the serenity of the Ranch, speaking with Miguel and Victoria and watching the Baby Goats! The "Tree House" is comfortable, and met my needs for the weekend. Also very close proximity to downtown Boerne, as well as other destinations in the Hill Country. I hope to stay there again~
Vicky and Miguel were absolutely wonderful hosts. They went out of their way to make sure that my family had a wonderful weekend. My daughter is little, but they made sure she had fun and felt safe with the much bigger animals. The food was amazing and we miss it already! We hope to visit here again the next chance we get.
The owners of this wonderful property are very attentive and communicate well from start to finish. Mickey was very responsive to our needs, even though Victoria had taken ill that weekend and spent most of Saturday at the doctor. We stayed in the Main Cabin and it was perfect as a gathering place one evening for another family we had come to visit in Sisterdale joining us for dinner. The āgreat roomā and large kitchen with an island table was perfect for a fun dinner party.
The best part of this VRBO is the property...rolling hills and scrub oaks with lots of wandering animals...goats, sheep, etc....and horses in the nearby fenced in area. We got the impression that the owners are fairly new to operating as a vacation rental, but they learn fast and will accommodate your needs if anything is missing or unexpected.
We plan to come back sometime as a family and take advantage of the horseback riding, and look forward to having the hosts prepare one of their world-class meals for us!!
Teresa the housekeeper was absolutely wonderful anything we asked for we got!!! She was a big help with EVERYTHING.
The owners are amazing and was so sweet. The kids LOVED the horse lessons. Love all the animals. We will be back very soon. We all had a blast.
We only had two towels for the entire week. Asked for more and never got them.
Rooms locked off could not access.
Bathroom door squeaked badly.
Shower water very poor. Just a trickle.
Pots and pans dirty.
We enjoyed our stay .It was a great location so we could visit San Antonio and Fredericksburg. My son loved the horse riding and Miguel was a wonderful guide.
We rented the entire house for a weekend get away for our family. Micky and Vicky were very friendly when we were there. But the overall experience was not that satisfying.
The house were comfy. Howerer, there was some listed items missing or some features didn't function. The water flow in the shower in the main bedroom was very slow.The other bathroom didnt even have soap, shampoo, conditioner or hair dryer.
The bed was not comfortable, and it sank on sitting down. In the kitchen, there were no paper towels and no sugar nor butter as was promised. We had to leave the house unlocked when we were out, because we didn't receive the key from the owners.
I have stayed at many VRBO properties and this once was below standards.
Overall, the stay to me was just not satisfactory and not worth what we paid.
Our family totally enjoyed our get away at the hill country getaway. The hosts were outstanding as was their service & dinner recommendations. We slept well and woke up refreshed and ready to begin our day on the marvelous deck , watching the baby goats play under the trees, we will be back for sure!