🐎 D'Hanis Ranch | 🐾 Pet Friendly | 👥 Sleeps 6 | ⏰ Free Early Check-In (when available) | 📱 Free Hill Country Travel App
Built in 1904, the Mighty Oaks Retreat has been beautifully maintained and restored, evoking both its 100+ years of history and a sense of modern luxury. This kid-friendly and pet-friendly cottage ranks up there as one of our most popular country house vacation rentals-one look, and you'll see why!
Behind the cottage, under the cooling shade of the trees, are country rockers for you to kick back in-and, should you need more space, there's also a shaded veranda with a comfy conversation pit for larger gatherings. A charcoal grill is also on hand for open-air dining. The property has 352 acres with a seasonal pond and the wide-open rural setting is ideal for hiking, bird and wildlife watching, and stargazing, and the property is surrounded by miles of country roads that are a sightseer's delight-perfect for a motorcycle tour! The rugged and scenic countryside is the perfect backdrop for a calming and authentic Texas vacation.
Inside, central air and heating assures comfort, and there's a spacious living room to socialize in-with a wood -burning fireplace, too. There's also a cozy little alcove that would serve equally well as a kid's play space or romantic snuggling spot. The kitchen's fully equipped with both appliances and basic utensils, and its centerpiece is a wood-topped island with stools. Mighty Oaks has two bedrooms-one with a King-sized bed, the other with two queens, and a sun room with a sofa pull out-sleeping up to six guests. Both bathrooms are equipped with roomy vintage tubs and the master bath also has a shower. All bathroom and bedroom linens are provided, as well, and there's a combo washer and dryer on site. Rounding out your modern tech needs are satellite TV, Wifi, and good cell coverage.
If you're looking for a guest house for rent in D'Hanis, convenient to miles of picturesque rural roads and the town of Hondo, too, the Mighty Oaks Retreat is your Hill Country hideaway! Give us a buzz at Backroads Hill Country, and you'll be on your way to a peaceful holiday.
The House
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The house offers an array of amenities and accommodations, including:
Master bedroom with a king-sized bed
Second detached bedroom featuring two queen-sized beds
Master bath equipped with a tub and shower
Well-appointed open kitchen with a comprehensive set of utensils
Provision of regular and K-cup coffee makers, range top, oven, refrigerator, microwave, and toaster
Comfortable living area with a couch, two chairs, a wood-burning fireplace, and a Roku-equipped TV
Central air conditioning and heating for optimal comfort
Sunroom inclusive of a queen pull-out couch, a small dining table, and a split mini AC
Amenities
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The property provides various amenities such as:
WIFI and Roku-equipped TVs
Hot Tub
Wood-burning fireplace in the living room
Washer and dryer facilities
Ceiling fans for added ventilation
Outdoor veranda seating
Charcoal grill and fire pit for outdoor activities
💵 Flexible Pricing for every group
Our rates adapt to make sure smaller groups don’t overpay ; but bigger getaways still get full value.
- Base rate includes up to 2 guests
- $25/person/night for each additional guest (up to 6 total)
- Cleaning fee: $75
- Pet fee: $20/pet/night (3 max)
- Release of liability required before check-in
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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 are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the neighborhood
D'Hanis
Located in D'Hanis, this vacation home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Local points of interest include Hondo Park, Medina County Museum, and Hondo Golf Course. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking and other activities like birdwatching.
How much does it cost to stay at Mighty Oaks Retreat | 2BR Farmhouse w/ Fire Pit?
As of Sep 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mighty Oaks Retreat | 2BR Farmhouse w/ Fire Pit on Nov 1, 2026 start from $229, 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.
What time is check-in at The Mighty Oaks Retreat?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Mighty Oaks Retreat?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Mighty Oaks Retreat located?
Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is 9.2 mi (14.9 km) from Hondo Park and within 20 mi (32 km) of Medina County Museum and Hondo Golf Course. Frio River and Medina Community Hospital are also within 32 mi (52 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Adorable place way back in the country. The lawn was long so it wasn't horribly inviting to walk around the property. The house was comfortable and had a very neat set up.
This stay was amazing. So quiet and relaxing. We enjoyed sitting outside in the cool hill country weather. Loved that there are cows with new calves running around. Also enjoyed the morning wake up by the rooster on property. This property was clean and comfortable. I would definitely recommend this little piece of heaven to anyone.
We loved the peace and quiet of the property. The cows and llama were great entertainment. We laughed so much. The eclipse was amazing. I felt rested and refreshed at the end of our weekend. Really didn't want it to end.
We wanted to disconnect from the city and this property was exactly that! Beautiful old house, very nice farm. We enjoyed particularly how social all the animals on the farm were! We made friends with all of them and they definitely made our stay more interesting, given that the weather did not cooperate - it rained most of the time.
Amazing location, very private and peaceful. We a little difficult to get to the location because it is in a very remote location. We honestly thought we were in the wrong place when we first arrived. But we finally found our way to the house! It was beautiful, very clean! The kitchen was fully stocked with everything you would need to cook. We thoroughly enjoyed our time! It was so peaceful! Will absolutely be staying here again in the future!
This property is secluded and quiet - it was an amazing get away from the city. My husband and I spent a weekend here with our dog, who loved being able to roam free and stretch her legs. The house has a lot of charm - I enjoyed going from room to room, figuring out what was original and what had been added on. The only reason I gave this property a four-star rating was because of the cleanliness, which could be improved. There was a lot of dust and cobwebs in all the corners, the coffee pot hadn't been cleaned out from the last stay, and there was a bit of an ant problem. Despite this, we enjoyed our stay - the location was just perfect, nice and quiet, no one around - there was even a llama that roamed the front yard almost the entire time we were there!
This was a fantastic treat!! The house was so cozy. We felt right at home and were able to relax all weekend long. When we are back in the area, we will definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 18, 2021
Shelley, we're glad that you enjoyed your stay, we look forward to seeing you again.
There were a couple items he can work on like marking where you need to drive to exit the gates. We ran out of TP in one bathroom and no extra in the house. The baths could use bath mats and the mineral deposits in the tubs didn’t look good. The light over the shed came on ever time the water pump filled the out side tank. Over all it was a nice place Place and I’m sure the owner will fix these little items in the future. If our main place we stay was every full this would be our second choice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
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