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Pitchfork - bring your family for a sleepover with our Giraffe!
Family-friendly vacation home with a fitness center and an outdoor pool
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 8
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Explore the area

Valley View, TX
- Place, Lake Ray Roberts8 min drive
- Place, Site of Fort Fitzhugh11 min drive
- Place, Ray Roberts Lake State Park12 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 8)
Bedroom
2 Queen Bunk Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Outdoor play area
About this property
Pitchfork - bring your family for a sleepover with our Giraffe!
Bring your family for a stay that will create lifetime memories as you cohabitate with Puzzles and Jigsaw the Giraffe. This luxury bunkhouse, on the lower level of our Cattle Baron Suites, is dedicated to the Texas Pitchfork Ranch with all the amenities you and your fellow wranglers would expect and can enjoy. Your family can experience a 5 star stay! You’ll be able to observe puzzles our giraffe day & night and feed him our provided snacks only while in the comfort of your room. The room is stocked with complimentary snacks & drinks, a cappuccino machine , custom giraffe mugs, televisions with smart apps, toiletries & all bedding. We have room for the whole family with 2 sets of queen bunkbeds! (Please note: there is an additional $100 charge for each guest per night after the first 4 and loud excessive noise is not allowed for the safety of the animals.)
With this room you also have the option to make use of the adjoining door to our Waggoner Suite which can hold up to 2 guests. You can book both rooms for some amazing family fun!
Our ranch is located in the heart of North Texas just one hour from Dallas Fort Worth. We have amazing amenities to include hot tub, cowboy pool, game room, walking trails, prayer garden, firepits , scavenger hunt for big foot & more !!
You will be able to feed and watch puzzles the giraffe day and night right from the comfort of your room! If you are an animal lover this is the place to be!
Important Notes:
• Lodging Only: This booking includes the cabin stay only. Dining experiences and animal tours are not included and must be booked separately at an additional cost.
• Restaurant Hours: The Whitehorse Steakhouse is closed on Mondays and Wednesdays.
• Cancellation Policy: Strict, nonrefundable, and no date adjustments once a reservation is made.
Amenities Included with Your Stay:
• Full access to the ranch
• Large picnic area with campfires and yard games
• Walking trails and prayer garden
• Pond for viewing emus and ducks
• “Finding Bigfoot” activity
• Pickleball court and basketball hoop
• Hot tub and swim area as well as an inground pool
• Playgrounds
• Game room with board games, video games, and a microwave
• Sunday church services
• Spa (by appointment only, call (940)453-0406 ext. 4)
Animal Interaction Guidelines:
• Guests may walk around and observe animals.
• Feed approved animals with a $10 feed bucket (available for purchase).
• Safety Rules:
• Do not pass under the “Take a Walk on the Wild Side” sign without a wildlife guide.
• No entering open gates, doors, or areas marked “Employees Only.”
• No touching animals unless part of a guided experience (USDA regulation).
Additional Experiences (Not Included with Lodging):
Additional Experiences (Not Included with Lodging):
All experiences are nonrefundable and subject to a no-cancellation policy. Book early as they sell out quickly!
🌿 Oak Meadow Ranch Experiences 🌿
Immersive, Hands-On Animal Encounters for All Ages, except the water buffalo
(All experiences are non-refundable, non-cancellable and cannot be rescheduled once booked. Open to non-lodging guests unless noted.)
⸻
🍽 Signature Dining & Animal Experience
Dinner & Wildlife Tour – $299/person 4 hrs
Rotating gourmet 4–5 course, chef menu, dinner, live music, axe throwing, sloth encounter, interactive animal tour, and campfire fun.
(Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat @ 5:30 PM)
Sunday Brunch & Wildlife Tour – $299/person | 3 hrs
Rotating chef menu, live music, full bar, plus a full interactive animal tour.
(Sundays @ 12 PM, optional church @ 10:30 AM)
⸻
🐾 Private & Premium Encounters
Private Animal Tour – $750/person
Interact with all animals, privately guided.
Wake Up with the Lemurs – $400/person
Two lemurs wake you in your room, fruit breakfast, private lemur hangout, mimosa by the fire pit.
Babysit the Babies – $400/person
Playtime with our youngest wildlife.
Sloth Serenity – $600/person
One-on-one cuddle with baby sloth David Lee and our famous hugger Sir Winston! Includes charcuterie board, champagne, keepsake gift. Photographer add-on available. (Max 4 guests, private only)
⸻
🌊 Seasonal Water Experiences
Swim with Otters – $349/person, 1 hr
Play, feed, and swim in our heated spa with otters! (7 days a week, seasonal)
Water Buffalo Swim – $150/person
One guest at a time, photos available.
⸻
🐪 Fun Add-Ons & Extras
Feed Buckets – $10
Feed camels, deer, zebras, birds & more.
Continental Breakfast (Room Service) – $30/person
⸻
🍃Spa
Enjoy onsite spa treatments.
• Book a massage or facial to relax and recharge.
• Contact: (940)453-0406 ext 4 (advance booking required).
⸻
✨ Ready to Book Your Adventure?
📲 Call/Text (940)453-0406 or
🌐 Visit: OakMeadowRanch.com for more information about all of our options!
Don’t wait to book - experiences sell out quickly!
With this room you also have the option to make use of the adjoining door to our Waggoner Suite which can hold up to 2 guests. You can book both rooms for some amazing family fun!
Our ranch is located in the heart of North Texas just one hour from Dallas Fort Worth. We have amazing amenities to include hot tub, cowboy pool, game room, walking trails, prayer garden, firepits , scavenger hunt for big foot & more !!
You will be able to feed and watch puzzles the giraffe day and night right from the comfort of your room! If you are an animal lover this is the place to be!
Important Notes:
• Lodging Only: This booking includes the cabin stay only. Dining experiences and animal tours are not included and must be booked separately at an additional cost.
• Restaurant Hours: The Whitehorse Steakhouse is closed on Mondays and Wednesdays.
• Cancellation Policy: Strict, nonrefundable, and no date adjustments once a reservation is made.
Amenities Included with Your Stay:
• Full access to the ranch
• Large picnic area with campfires and yard games
• Walking trails and prayer garden
• Pond for viewing emus and ducks
• “Finding Bigfoot” activity
• Pickleball court and basketball hoop
• Hot tub and swim area as well as an inground pool
• Playgrounds
• Game room with board games, video games, and a microwave
• Sunday church services
• Spa (by appointment only, call (940)453-0406 ext. 4)
Animal Interaction Guidelines:
• Guests may walk around and observe animals.
• Feed approved animals with a $10 feed bucket (available for purchase).
• Safety Rules:
• Do not pass under the “Take a Walk on the Wild Side” sign without a wildlife guide.
• No entering open gates, doors, or areas marked “Employees Only.”
• No touching animals unless part of a guided experience (USDA regulation).
Additional Experiences (Not Included with Lodging):
Additional Experiences (Not Included with Lodging):
All experiences are nonrefundable and subject to a no-cancellation policy. Book early as they sell out quickly!
🌿 Oak Meadow Ranch Experiences 🌿
Immersive, Hands-On Animal Encounters for All Ages, except the water buffalo
(All experiences are non-refundable, non-cancellable and cannot be rescheduled once booked. Open to non-lodging guests unless noted.)
⸻
🍽 Signature Dining & Animal Experience
Dinner & Wildlife Tour – $299/person 4 hrs
Rotating gourmet 4–5 course, chef menu, dinner, live music, axe throwing, sloth encounter, interactive animal tour, and campfire fun.
(Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat @ 5:30 PM)
Sunday Brunch & Wildlife Tour – $299/person | 3 hrs
Rotating chef menu, live music, full bar, plus a full interactive animal tour.
(Sundays @ 12 PM, optional church @ 10:30 AM)
⸻
🐾 Private & Premium Encounters
Private Animal Tour – $750/person
Interact with all animals, privately guided.
Wake Up with the Lemurs – $400/person
Two lemurs wake you in your room, fruit breakfast, private lemur hangout, mimosa by the fire pit.
Babysit the Babies – $400/person
Playtime with our youngest wildlife.
Sloth Serenity – $600/person
One-on-one cuddle with baby sloth David Lee and our famous hugger Sir Winston! Includes charcuterie board, champagne, keepsake gift. Photographer add-on available. (Max 4 guests, private only)
⸻
🌊 Seasonal Water Experiences
Swim with Otters – $349/person, 1 hr
Play, feed, and swim in our heated spa with otters! (7 days a week, seasonal)
Water Buffalo Swim – $150/person
One guest at a time, photos available.
⸻
🐪 Fun Add-Ons & Extras
Feed Buckets – $10
Feed camels, deer, zebras, birds & more.
Continental Breakfast (Room Service) – $30/person
⸻
🍃Spa
Enjoy onsite spa treatments.
• Book a massage or facial to relax and recharge.
• Contact: (940)453-0406 ext 4 (advance booking required).
⸻
✨ Ready to Book Your Adventure?
📲 Call/Text (940)453-0406 or
🌐 Visit: OakMeadowRanch.com for more information about all of our options!
Don’t wait to book - experiences sell out quickly!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Pool
Hot Tub
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Please text us at (940)453-0406 to let us know you’re leaving. Safe travels and happy trails!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
About the neighborhood
Valley View
Valley View is home to this vacation home. Site of Fort Fitzhugh and Gainesville War Memorial are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ray Roberts Lake State Park and Lake Ray Roberts. Traveling with kids? Consider Santa Fe Depot Museum and Lavender Ridge Farms. Looking to get your feet wet? Fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.

Valley View, TX
What's nearby
- Lake Ray Roberts - 8 min drive - 8.5 km
- Site of Fort Fitzhugh - 11 min drive - 13.0 km
- Ray Roberts Lake State Park - 12 min drive - 12.6 km
- Cooke County Courthouse - 17 min drive - 19.6 km
- Frank Buck Zoo - 17 min drive - 19.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Whitehorse Steakhouse & Oak Meadow Rank Wedding Venue - 2 min walk
- Lake Kiowa Lodge - 15 min drive
- 902 Bar & Grill - 12 min drive
- The Continental Deli & Grill - 12 min drive
- Subway - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Jan 15, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
About the host
Hosted by Kristin Navarro
What makes this property unique
Oak Meadow Ranch is a beautiful exotic animal ranch focusing on conservation and education of our amazing ambassador animals!
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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