The Retreat Center
Welcome to Peaceful Waters Retreat, centrally located just 1 hour from Austin and 2 hours from Houston. We’re custom built to sleep and feed up to 26 people, perfect for large families or corporate/personal growth retreats. Planning a larger event? Check out our listing to rent the whole property and sleep up to 40 people, including the amenity-packed ranch house with game room, sauna, steam room, gym, and more.
What this place offers
Common
- Air conditioning
- Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
- Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
- Hot tub
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Pool Private or Shared
- Wifi
Accessibility
Neighborhood
Guest Access
You will have complete, private access to the lakeside Retreat Center and its amenities. The lake, trails, and grounds may be shared with guests staying at the Ranch House. Please note, our property includes a 1/4 acre farm and small ranch. While our staff will be out and about tending to their business, we will respect your privacy.
Good to know
Located on 53 acres, these lakefront buildings feature natural earthblock construction, keeping the spaces naturally cool in the summer and cozy in the winter. To help plan your stay, please see maps & floor plans in the "Additional Photos" section. Facilities & amenities included with Retreat Center rental: Retreat Center (9,500 ft²) - 8 BR 8 Bath - 20 beds + 6 sleeper sofas - Meeting/yoga room (1100 ft²) - Dining + kitchen room seats 40+ (1200 ft²) - Heated in-ground pool with volleyball and pool toys (must request heating ahead of time) - 8 person hot tub - Firepit for cozy evenings and s’mores - Spacious patio with grill (smoker available upon request) Grounds - 53 acres - 5 acre lake w/SUPs, canoe, and row boat - Catch and release fishing allowed - Hiking/biking trails
Other Details to Note
Our 53-acre ranch is surrounded by nature’s beauty, which includes wildlife that may warrant caution. Any countryside stay like ours requires good sense and some basic wildlife knowledge. If needed, more information is available upon booking. We regularly treat and maintain our buildings to minimize intrusion of bugs and other pests. However, when you're in the TX countryside pests are not 100% preventable. We cannot offer refunds due to bugs or other pests.
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