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A rustic interior with a wooden ceiling, a stone fireplace, and a long dining table set for a meal.
Pool
A landscaped garden with a wooden bridge, a gazebo, and a well-maintained lawn.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island, and a ceiling fan.
A two-story house with a dark roof, a front porch, and a well-lit entrance.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Patio
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Melissa, TX
  • Place, Collin County Courthouse
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Collin College
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Towne Lake Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, McKinney National Airport (DTX)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

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About the area

Melissa

Located in Melissa, this holiday home is near a water park. Oak Hollow Golf Course and Cinemark North McKinney are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Allen Premium Outlets and Adriatica Village. Travelling with kids? Consider Walls of Clay, or check out an event or a game at Allen Event Center. Power boating and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
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Melissa, TX

What's nearby

  • Collin County Courthouse - 4 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Collin College - 6 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Oak Hollow Golf Course - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Towne Lake Park - 8 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Allen Premium Outlets - 12 min drive - 20.6 km

Getting around

  • McKinney National Airport (DTX) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Red Feather - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Casa - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Beans & Brews - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hutchins BBQ & Grill - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Wedding Venue The Melissa Barn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Thanksgiving is open for booking 2026?

As of 23 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thanksgiving is open for booking 2026 on 25 Nov 2026 start from £2,267, 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.

Is Wedding Venue The Melissa Barn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Wedding Venue The Melissa Barn?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Wedding Venue The Melissa Barn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wedding Venue The Melissa Barn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Wedding Venue The Melissa Barn located?

Located in Melissa, this family-friendly holiday home is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Oak Hollow Golf Course, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Collin County History Museum and Franconia Brewing Company. Collin College and Chestnut Square Historic Village 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 127 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

We had a great time. The property was great and lived up to the advertisement
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Fabulous! Perfect Setting!

We absolutely enjoyed everything about this home. It was the perfect setting to just enjoy family, while plenty to do for the kids. Both myself and my family would recommend this and plan to come back! Thanks so much for helping create such wonderful memories for all of us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding in every respect

Came for five days to view the eclipse on 4-8-2024 and had a wonderful experience. The location will transition to a wedding venue and will be ideally suited for that purpose. The owner is exceptional In every respect. We had family and friends from four states and from overseas and everyone had a wonderful experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Too Good to be True

A group of sorority sisters and I rented the home last summer for our annual girls weekend. The home was dirty, including the oven. It had roaches. One of the girls found chips in one the linen of the bunk beds.The water in the pool was so cold that we couldn’t enjoy the pool, which is one of the reasons we selected the home. The home is beautiful, the property owners are nice; however, the home is not what we thought we were getting.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
Hi Veronica I am so sorry to read this review almost a year after your stay. I am very grateful for all of my guest and take great pride in my property. This house is cleaned after every stay. The house defiantly does not have roaches. I have quarterly pest control performed. I noticed your booking was on the same day another couple departed. House keeping has to work hard to get the house ready for the next group. I am sorry ou found a couple of items that were not acceptable. I do remember stopping by to make sure everything was good and your group seemed to be enjoying the pool. It is a deep pool so the water stays cooler. A feel that a one star review does not truly reflect properly on this property. This is the first poor review in four years. In this business we rely on reviews so we can make things better. Wish you would have let me know sooner that you were not happy Thank you Darrell
Archival

8/10 Good

Good (could have been great) family spot

Darrell's place was a good spot for our family to spend Thanksgiving week together. Darrell was particularly helpful and responsive as we settled in; both responding to emails and taking a couple late night calls. The physical features of his place are delightful and as advertised. The one element of our stay that wasn't up to par was the infestation (I know that's a strong word but given the volume, I don't think an overstatement) of grasshoppers inside the home. Our first night was particularly tough when our daughter found crickets in her bed and, as a result, didn't sleep well for the entirety of the visit. This circumstance was, of course, beyond Darrell's control but I feel compelled to indicate we wouldn't return without assurance that this problem was addressed.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
Hi Brain, Thank you for your review. Again, I apologize about the crickets. I had the house cleaned the day before you got there. My pest guys told me there was not much I could do about them. The extreme drought and then heavy rains caused an explosion of crickets in North Texas. Especially country property. They die off when the outside temperatures are in the 30's at night. I have owned the house since 2005. This is the first time I have seen them this bad. I am glad your family was able to get together for Thanksgiving and enjoy the place. Your welcome back anytime. Darrell
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Away Tournament

Group of 12 men in town for a sports tournament, this property was excellent and just what we needed. Excellent overall experience in renting, communication with the owner, amenities and cleanliness. A nitpicker would find something to complain about, but that’s not our group. We enjoyed every minute, and will look at the Melissa Barn first on our next visit to Texas!!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Property

Cabana and pool were great. Fun property.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Ranch and Venue

Our visit was a combination of business and family. We highly recommend this property for a family fun getaway or a larger event, perfect wedding and meeting venue. The host Darrel was wonderful! From check-in to check-out, he was very accommodating. Loved the country experience with all the modern conveniences. A huge plus for us was we had the country experience but were close enough to receive delivery for the few things we forgot to bring.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Time

Great property in a great location. Quiet and private, we enjoyed our trip for a family get together for the weekend. Great communication with property owner. The grandkids really enjoyed the pool and the games provided. We would definitely return. You won't be disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great visit

The owner was flexible, responsive and easy to work with. The house was perfect for visiting with family, playing games and spending time together. Very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Girl's Getaway

The property was the perfect backdrop for our college reunion. We were all very comfortable with the house and found the outdoor spaces perfect for our group. The pool was a bit too cold for our trip, but the casita, ping pong table, and barn helped us create amazing memories. Darryl was fantastic to work with and made sure that we had everything for our stay. The house and property were definitely one of the trip highlights!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing stay

Nice place that feels "away from it all" but is still convenient to get to. Good communication with owner. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Would absolutely recommend!!

We booked this venue to accommodate our December 2020 wedding ... during the COVID chaos! Everything was perfect!! From the venue, accommodations, communication with the owner & staff ... it was all perfect!! We’re already talking about booking again in the future!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Texas Treasure

This house is beautiful with many adult games to play like darts, billiards and ping pong. The only negative is that the pool is not heated so we could not take full advantage of the incredible back yard. Also, there is a quirk to the house. The Master bathroom has double glass French doors which gives zero privacy. The bedroom door lock does not work so a few of us had people walk in on us while in the shower. Other than that, this property is a dream for a layed back family vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway

Great to getaway from the city. Thank you to Darrell and family for sharing their wonderful home (and pool).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The house was perfect, and the host was very helpful and hospitable.

Everything was perfect.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So Close, but just Far Enough....

This property is 10 minutes north of downtown McKinney. It is a very well equipped, nice home with an awesome huge back yard with plenty to do. There is a beautiful huge pool with a cabana with a TV lounge area, and plenty of seating all around the expansive back yard. It was the perfect environment to practice social distancing in these times. There are also darts, ping-pong table and foosball table in the garage, and a pool table inside. The grounds are beautiful and the back lot has a beautiful event venue for Weddings, Private Parties, etc.....Would definitely recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property

We couldn’t get enough of the pool; great property and perfect for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic property

We had a great stay at the property. The outdoor space is amazing.....our kids loved it. Darrell was such a great host and so responsive to anything needed. A much needed peaceful break in the country during these crazy times.
Stayed 34 nights in May 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!

The property was clean, well maintained and beautiful. Darrell was extremely helpful! 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great host. Great property.

Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

From my first inquiry to my last contact with Darrell, the entire process was 150% excellent. Darrell was patient,considerate,accommodating, simply on point! The property, the home allowed our family to have an amazing time and to celebrate thanksgiving as if we were at home. The adults and kids all had a wonderful time, from constant pool games to ping pong, basketball and even the polar plunge in 36 degree weather! Our family will definitely be visiting again!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property to enjoy time with family and friends

Spent the weekend with family and friends. The house was large and comfortable enough for the the eight family members. Had my son’s rehearsal dinner in the barn with approx. 80 in attendance. Great property and a great weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great entertaining home!

We had a wonderful time with our family during our one week stay. House was perfect, very comfortable! A fantastic pool and cabana area. Large yard for all kinds of activities with the grandkids, pool table in house for the adults and foosball, darts etc in garage. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and Darrell and his sister were so nice and very easy to communicate with. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing stay

Beautiful property, we Enjoyed every minute we were there.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
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