Gorgeous Retreat and Event Hall with Private 8 Acre Stocked Fishing Lake
Encompassing 10 acres, Camp Journey is a place to rest, play, and connect. Located at the entryway to the Texas Hill Country in the heart of Austin County. This rustic retreat destination is a perfect place for family reunions, church gatherings, or corporate retreats.
(The rental includes a dining hall, dance hall, and two cabins that sleep up to 80 ppl. A third cabin is available to rent for groups larger than 80ppl with an additional fee.)
Property manager
Colin Coates
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets
Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 80
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Bellville
Located in Bellville, this campsite is in a rural area and on a lake. Bluebonnet Shopping Center and Peckerwood Garden are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Stephen F. Austin State Park and Margaret Chesley Memorial Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Jackson Street Park, or check out an event or a game at Spencer Field.
Bellville, TX
What's nearby
Austin County Jail Museum - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
CHI St. Joseph Health Bellville Hospital - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
Blue Bell Creameries - 22 min drive - 23.4 km
Prairie View A&M University - 39 min drive - 43.7 km
Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park - 47 min drive - 42.8 km
Getting around
Eagle Lake, TX (ELA) - 59 min drive
Restaurants
Sonic Drive-In - 8 min drive
Bellville Meat Market - 7 min drive
Trump Burger - 7 min drive
The Hill - 5 min drive
Newman's Bakery - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Gorgeous Retreat and Event Hall with Private 8 Acre Stocked Fishing Lake have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Gorgeous Retreat and Event Hall with Private 8 Acre Stocked Fishing Lake pet-friendly?
Yes, this campsite allows pets (limit 2 total).
What time is check-in at Gorgeous Retreat and Event Hall with Private 8 Acre Stocked Fishing Lake?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Gorgeous Retreat and Event Hall with Private 8 Acre Stocked Fishing Lake?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Gorgeous Retreat and Event Hall with Private 8 Acre Stocked Fishing Lake located?
Located on a lake, this family-friendly campsite is within 6 mi (10 km) of CHI St. Joseph Health Bellville Hospital, Margaret Chesley Memorial Park, and Austin County Jail Museum. Bellville City Hall and City of Bellville Public Library are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We stayed here with our student organization and absolutely loved it! The space was perfect for our group—plenty of room to spread out while still feeling connected. We used the trail for a peaceful prayer walk, grilled burgers together, and used the dance hall for worship and skits—it was the ideal setup for our retreat. The dining area was spacious, the cabins were clean and cozy, and the check-out process was super easy. We felt really at home and had such a sweet time together. We're already talking about coming back in the future. Highly recommend for any group gathering or retreat!
We stayed at this place with family and friends and we enjoyed every single moment. I’d recommend this place for families and friends who would like to have a place to stay and enjoy their time. The only thing that I’d recommend to the host is to take care of some of the mattresses which are a bit old and one may not be comfortable sleeping on them. The rest was just amazing
My org absolutely loved having our sisterhood retreat here! Colin was so helpful with any questions and there was so many amenities for us to enjoy. The place is beautiful as well! I would definitely recommend :)
Such a great time. We have been coming to Camp Journey for many years for our annual family reunion with 40+ people. Love the facilities and our hosts are amazing. Colin and Suzette are the best! Thanks again for another fantastic year!!
Genuinely gorgeous campsite. Run by an amazing host, it’s the perfect place for family/friend groups to come getaway and enjoy some nature. Colin goes above and beyond to make sure everything is ready for you and answers all questions promptly.
Newley renovated, the insides of all the buildings were nice and clean. Kitchen as well. The three cabins provided more than enough beds and the majority of them had thick/comfortable mattresses, with multiple bathroom stalls in each cabin. Colin is continuously renovating and making improvements to the space so I wouldn’t be surprised if new additions are added soon!
If I could give 10 stars I would. Will be returning soon.
Great Camp. Had everything we needed and stayed cool in the middle of the summer. Only thing we wouldve liked is wifi but theres cell phone coverage so we used a hotspot.
Colin was super helpful, communicative and accommodating throughout the process. His property is beautiful and had everything we needed to have a great time!
Our Labor Day Weekend Trip was a blast with about 40 people in attendance. The event space, dining hall, and kitchen are all spectacular. It was fabulous to use the basketball court for all kinds of games, sand volleyball, kayaks, paddleboards, and canoes. Colin was very responsive and helpful throughout the weekend.
We absolutely love this property. Perfect for our family reunion of roughly 50 people. So much to do and enjoy here. And property owners continue to improve it. We plan to return for many years to come. Colin (owner) is great to work with. Very responsive, very kind, and extremely accommodating.
Everyone in attendance at our little gathering was struck at how great the place was and what it had to offer in the way of activities. The kitchen area was awesome with a
commercial size sink and stove and lots of utensils and cookware to use if we needed them. The facility was in a transition phase and under construction in some areas, but the host made sure that everything was presentable and was super accommodating to our special requests. There was always an open line of communication with Mr. Coates and he would respond promptly to all of our questions throughout the booking and stay. I would recommend this place for a family gathering in a heartbeat. It's a great value for the money.
The accommodations met the needs of our group and there was something for everyone to do while we spent our time together. We are definitely coming back again.
This was the perfect place for my family. We had 50 people in this party and it was enough space for everyone. The property was clean. The property owner was very helpful and available. The canoes was great. The fishing was catch and release and it was good. We enjoyed the basketball courts, volleyball, and the event center. I would definitely recommend this place for big gatherings. It is appropriate for all ages. Only thing I could say con was the pool was not available but it was not listed as being available. It would have been a great amenity to the property. I would revist Camp Journey in the future.
Location is great and the property is very nice. Lodging is simplistic but it is more than adequate. Lake is very pretty, and the courts on the property are fun to use as well. Would return again, was a great place for our retreat!
John C.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
About the host
Hosted by Colin Coates
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests