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A luxury hunting lodge

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A spacious living room with a fireplace, large windows, and a ceiling fan.
A balcony with a view of wind turbines and a green landscape.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large island, and a built-in oven.
A spacious bedroom with a four-poster bed, a ceiling fan, and a painting on the wall.
A two-story house with a balcony, a chimney, and a snow-covered driveway.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 20

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Merkel, TX
  • Place, Dyess Air Force Base
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Place, Hardin Simmons University
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Place, Mall of Abilene
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Airport, Abilene, TX (ABI-Abilene Regional)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #2

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #3

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom #4

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Master bedroom

1 Single Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Crib

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony

About this property

A luxury hunting lodge

Colonial style brick home used as hunting lodge, bed & breakfast & venue for wedding, family reunions & corperate retreats. Lodge has 4500 square feet of living space as well as 5 covered patios & two uncovered patios, three car garage & more. Lodge is complete with all the luxuries such as two dining areas, large kitchen with double oven & island glass cooktop, central heat & air, 5 bedrooms & 4 bathrooms. Located in a beautiful remote area but only 15 miles south of Merkel Tx & Interstate 20. The lodge sits atop Buzzard Peak on 1327 acres of oaks & the deep canyons of the northwest part of the Edwards Plateau commonly refered to as the Texas Hill Country. Property has numerous White-tailed deer, wild Turkey & various other native wildlife & offers both deer hunting & African Safari style hunting of over 12 species of exotics from Africa, India, Asia & New Zealand. So reserve your spot to relax in luxury while experiencing some of the most beautiful scenery in Texas.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Large stairway so children should be supervised
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
One small-medium size dog
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed on outdoor patios
Hiking is allowed except during deer season. This is a hunting ranch & cameras are at feeders & trails so get directions before venturing out.
We keep our minimum price low for couples & etc. so if extra bedrooms & or beds are used then a $35/night per extra guest charge will be added.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7442866
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Merkel

Located in Merkel, this villa is in a rural area and in the mountains. Buffalo Gap Historic Village and Paramount Theatre are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Prime Time Family Entertainment Center and National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Big Country Race Way or Rose Park Tennis Center.
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Merkel, TX

What's nearby

  • Dyess Air Force Base - 50 min drive - 47.8 km
  • Hardin Simmons University - 51 min drive - 53.7 km
  • Mall of Abilene - 51 min drive - 54.5 km
  • Abilene Christian University - 52 min drive - 58.2 km
  • McMurry University - 57 min drive - 54.1 km

Getting around

  • Abilene, TX (ABI-Abilene Regional) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coronado's Camp Store and Grill - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Texas Bar W - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A luxury hunting lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at A luxury hunting lodge ?

As of 19 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A luxury hunting lodge on 20 Dec 2026 start from £1,029, 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.

How much is parking at A luxury hunting lodge ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A luxury hunting lodge ?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A luxury hunting lodge ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A luxury hunting lodge located?

Situated in the mountains, this villa is 14.2 mi (22.9 km) from Abilene State Park and within 32 miles (52 km) of Buffalo Gap Historic Village and Big Country Race Way. National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature and Dyess Air Force Base are also within 32 miles (52 km).

About the host

Hosted by Jerry Wayne Beaird

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Jerry was raised in Merkel Tx, and always loved roaming these hills south of Merkel. He graduated from Texas A&M with a Bachelors degree in Animal Science, but spent most of his career as a Jeweler. Nela grew up in the beautiful country of Costa Rica, but moved to the states in her late teens, first to Bay Saint Louis Mississippi , then later to Abilene. Both Jerry & Nela love the outdoors & settled in this area due to its outdoor beauty & serenity.

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