350 Madrone · Luxury Ranch Experience - Animals, Creek, Spa

Not just a Home, this is an experience you will remember for the rest of your life. Year-round live water, exotic animals, and the benefits of healing spa amenities.

Imagine yourself waking up in an upscale ranch surrounded by a stunning view of hills that meet the water. Have coffee overlooking the stream and prepare for your day. Stroll along the trails, picnic in a grove of trees, smile with an alpaca, and take a plunge into the stream of natural pools. Relax in the Spa, Sauna, Yoga Studio.

Madrone Springs Ranch is your destination to Nurture in Nature.

This is a place to enjoy active elements of play, while also being able to recharge your physical and emotional batteries in a rejuvenating environment. You’ll have opportunities to enjoy hiking, swimming, exploring, and so much more; while also meditating in nature under the stars or relaxing at the spa. Stretching over 178 acres of varied landscape (think: hills, valleys, water), you’ll find us tucked away in Hill Country, TX but just minutes away from beer gardens, wineries, restaurants, Pedernales Falls State Park, the town of Drippings Springs, and an hour from the wineries and antique shopping of Fredericksburg. Madrone Springs Ranch only hosts one group at a time, you will have the ranch all to yourselves.

The Creek and Hiking Trails
Take advantage of 2/3 miles of all-year-round, natural water where you can swim, float, and play in multiple pools throughout Flat Creek. Floats provided.

Six miles of private trails for all abilities. Enjoy Biking, Bird Watching, Hiking, Trail Running, and Wildlife Viewing. Hiking poles are provided.

Animals
In addition to the native wildlife, you will also find our exotics:
Alpacas (Can be hand Fed)
Miniature Donkeys (Can be hand fed)
Addax Antelope (Sahara Desert)
Black Buck Antelope (India, Pakistan, Nepal)
Axis Deer (India)
Fallow Deer (Europe)
Chickens
Ducks (Can be fed)
Bees (Tour of Bee Hives upon request)

Fresh Eggs, Honey, and Homemade Prickly Pear Jam from the ranch are provided to our guests.

Polaris Ranger ATV
Guests have access to a Polaris Ranger, which seats 4-6 people depending on size.

The Lodge
Stay active and sweat it out in our private healing spa wing with a fitness center and yoga studio. Take a dip in the spa/hot tub overlooking the creek, relax in the sauna, take a cold plunge (if you are adventurous), and find peace through meditation. The fitness center has a private bathroom with a shower. Towels provided.

Gym
Peleton, Treadmill, Elliptical, Rowing Machine, TRX, Pilates Reformer, and Free Weights. Towels and Water station.

Hot Tub
Our Luxury Master Spa comfortably seats 8 people and is the perfect place to end the day with a glass of wine or a cocktail.

Sauna
The Jacuzzi Infrared 4 Person Sauna is a great activity for those looking to detox and destress. Some benefits of infared sauna include: Improved heart health, Soothing sore muscles, Pain relief, Relaxation, Fighting off illness, and promoting restful sleep.

Cold Plunge
The Renu Cold Plunge is maintained at a brisk 50 degrees. Cold plunging can relieve pain, aid exercise recovery, and boost your mood.

Access to Ranch Hosts
The hosts, Gail and Bobby, live on the property and will be as involved or invisible as you wish for them to be. The hosts are happy to provide guided tours of the ranch, the animals, and the hiking trails upon request.

Optionally, the Bobby and Gail will host Happy Hour with Cocktails and light hors d'oeuvres for you in The Lodge.

Optional Experiences
The hosts can arrange, as available, Massages, Instructor Led Yoga, and Private Chefs.

Accommodations
Madrone Springs Ranch accommodations consist of three separate structures, The Ranch House, The Mini Cabin, and The Lodge, all connected by walking paths just a couple hundred yards apart.

The Ranch House
Perched on the edge of the canyon overlooking Flat Creek, this upscale 2,200 sq. ft modern rustic lodge includes 3 bedrooms and 2 ½ baths with enough space to comfortably sleep 8-10 people (3 kings, 3 twin XLs). You’ll have a fully equipped kitchen, 2 wood-burning fireplaces, outdoor gas & wood grills, a large deck, and an outdoor shower. With easy access to the creek and hiking trails, you can choose to enjoy reading a book on the porch listening to the soothing water of the creek or surround yourself with groves of trees.

Living Room
The living room is the heart of this home, with its large windows providing 180-degree views of Flat Creek below. Our large comfortable sectional sofa is the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee while watching the birds or warm yourself by the fire.

The unique window seat perches over the cliffs of flat creek and is the best place to watch a sunset or curl up with a book.

Gas and wood-burning fireplace with firewood provided
Kids books, toys, and games are provided.

The window seat doubles as a twin xl bed.

Kitchen
This beautiful kitchen joins the primary living space to create a large open entertaining space.

Fully Stocked Kitchen -- Everything you need to cook... from pots, pans and bowls to spices and staples.
Popcorn maker with popcorn and fixins
S'mores kit with graham crackers, marshmallows, Hershey chocolate bars, and roasting sticks.
LuxuryJenn Air Appliances
Nespresso Coffee maker and Pods
Kitchen Aid Mixer
Vitamix
Instahot

Bedroom 1
This spacious bedroom has wonderful natural light and tall beam ceilings. A sliding door opens to the beautiful screened porch and fireplace.

King Adjustable Massage Bed
Walk in Closet

Bedroom 2
This spacious bedroom has wonderful natural light and tall vaulted ceilings. A sliding door provides views of the outdoor spaces.

King Bed
Walk in Closet

Bathroom 1
With entrances from both Bedroom 1 and Bedroom 2, this large stunning bathroom has beautiful natural lighting and luxury appointments.

Large Two Person Mosaic Tile Shower
Garden Soaking Tub
Toto Robotic Toilet with heated seat, bidet and air drying options
Luxury Terry Cloth Spa Robes
Luxury Hand Soap, Lotion, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Wash, and Makeup Wipes provided.
Hair Dryer Provided

The Loft
King Adjustable Massage Bed
Two Twin Beds
Walk in Closet

Bathroom 2
Large beautifully mosaic-tiled shower with double vanities
Luxury Terry Cloth Spa Robes
Luxury Hand Soap, Lotion, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Wash, and Makeup Wipes provided.
Hair Dryer Provided

Laundry Room
Electrolux Washer and Dryer

Outdoor Areas
Screened Porch with Fireplace
Large Outdoor Deck with Frontgate Furniture and Sun Umbrellas

Outdoor Kitchen
The outdoor kitchen joins the large outdoor living and entertaining space. Our outdoor kitchen offers the best of both worlds. A large Kamodo Joe for smoking and grilling and a Stainless Steel Indirect Heat Grill for ease of use.

Outdoor Shower
Located just off the mud room, the outdoor shower makes clean up after the creek or hiking convenient.

The Mini Cabin - Located a short walk from the Ranch House, the Mini-Cabin is a quaint and charming 360 sq. ft micro-home that includes 2 full-sized beds and a full bathroom. You’ll have access to a studio kitchen. This space is the perfect solution for teenagers, a nanny, or other guests who want their own private space away from the Ranch House, but still be nearby.

For larger groups, additional lodging is available on the property. Please inquire for details.

Nearby
12 Fox Brewery
Bell Springs Winery
Treaty Oak Distilling
Jester King
Homespun Kitchen
Route 12 Filling Station

Local Trips
Johnson City - 21 minutes
Hye - 28 minutes
Blanco - 30 minutes
Fredericksburg - 35 minutes
Wimberley - 35 minutes