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Warhorse Ranch

Holiday home in Gainesville with kitchen and patio

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Gainesville, TX
  • Place, Lake Ray Roberts
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Cooke County Courthouse
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Frank Buck Zoo
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Basement down 1

1 Queen Bed

Basement down 2

1 Queen Bed

Guest Up 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Guest Up 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Basement 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Basement 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Guest up

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Half

Toilet

Master

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Warhorse Ranch

Elegant cabin in the woods. 3 story log cabin nestled at the end of a 500 yard driveway through the woods on a hill over looking a beautiful spring fed fishing pond. Enjoy the ambiance of an abundance of wild life from both the front and two raised large back decks. Take advantage of 60 acres of land with 3 ponds. Hike through the woods and open fields. Relish in the tranquility of feeling like you are away from all civilization, but less than a mile from local restaurants, stores, and medical centers.

You are in the country so expect so. You are in the country bugs should be expected. We do have pest control. But it is on acreage. Wasp and spiders do come and go.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
There is a nonrefundable fee. Please contact us.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
There is a $300 non refundable pet fee. Per pet
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Welcome to The Dove Ranch! We do not allow hunting or guns on the property. We encourage bug spray. Wasp and spiders are expected in this wooded area.
No cable/satellite TV provided. Guest required to log into there smart TV subscription.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Note from host: There is a nonrefundable fee. Please contact us.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Gainesville

Located in Gainesville, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ray Roberts Lake State Park and Lake Ray Roberts, while Santa Fe Depot Museum and Butterfield Stage Players are cultural highlights. Lavender Ridge Farms and Frank Buck Zoo are also worth visiting.
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Gainesville, TX

What's nearby

  • Lake Ray Roberts - 15 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Cooke County Courthouse - 17 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Leonard Park - 17 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Frank Buck Zoo - 18 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Gainesville War Memorial - 18 min drive - 20.0 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Station - 18 min drive
  • Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Patron - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Whitehorse Steakhouse & Oak Meadow Rank Wedding Venue - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Lake Kiowa Lodge - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪902 Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Poor Boy 377 Cafe - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Warhorse Ranch pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Warhorse Ranch?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Warhorse Ranch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Warhorse Ranch?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Warhorse Ranch located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Lake Ray Roberts, Jaycee Park and Site of Fort Fitzhugh. Edison Park and Keneteso Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 32 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet peaceful and relaxing place to stay.Plenty of bathrooms, well equipped.Master bedroom/bath was very nice and all the other rooms were also quite nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theron M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great, modern, new build home in a very quiet area. Great views of the stars and away from all the hustle and bustle of the city. We slept well there with great beds and comfy bedsheets.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrell S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice secluded cabin, tucked away in a peaceful wooded setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

KIMBERLY M.

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

Beautiful house and location!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Warhorse Ranch. Very peaceful location. Beds were very comfortable and so many fun things to do.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy C.

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

Perfect and Peaceful

Perfect space for our family. Spacious and peaceful exactly what we needed for this wedding weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

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

Comfortable for large groups

House is very comfortable and kitchen was great for preparing meals. The only challenge was the code not working on the front door. It would take several times to get it to open or lock.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belma M.

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

Tranquil Hideaway

The house was very nice and clean. It had everything and more. You can sit by the water and enjoy the nature sounds or snuggle up on the recliner sofa and watch a movie on the giant television with surround sound. My only advise is, if stairs are a problem, this is not your house. Will definitely stay again in the future.
Lounging on the porch, listening to the rain.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This beautiful house was just perfect! We came to Gainesville to visit Oak Meadow Ranch which was amazing! We loved staying at the house because it was located in the perfect spot, Private and perfect for my family! We loved the pond and the kayaks. Everything about the house was wonderful. The only suggestion would be maybe a Keurig. We would definitely stay at this house again in the future! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tricia Y.

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

Family Resting Place

From the ease of check-in to sad goodbye, we loved this place! I was looking for a quiet place for my grown children and grandchildren to stay, away from all the excitement of a wedding. Warhorse Ranch was the perfect setting. Quiet mornings for sipping coffee on the porch, and lots of space for everyone to be comfortable. My grandchildren said they would “ love to come back” and that was all this grandma heart needed to hear! Hope to make this a regular family meeting place!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mark P.

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

Wedding

We used the location to stage for our son's wedding. We hosted the rehearsal dinner there and the bridesmaids stayed with us Thursday night. The only issue we experienced was the A/C unit downstairs would not turn off. temperatures dropped to low 60's overnight downstairs. Loved the stay and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lacresha S.

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

Beautiful Property

This property was beyond beautiful! The hosts were easy to get in contact with and were very helpful. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

thomas c.

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

lovely place in the country

great privacy with inviting decks on 2 levels. good fishing pond with kayaks for further relaxation.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hyde R.

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

Spring break

Our family had a great time kayaking and fishing on the property. The house had lots of room and everything we needed. We loved sitting on the porch at the end of the day to watch the sunset. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laury S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Birthday party for 90 year old

The property was beautiful and perfect for a family gathering. Although not very handicap friendly with three floors the main floor was perfect for a large group get together. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would definitely do it again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jose B.

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

FFA Banquet and Prom visit

House was everything advertised and more. I will definitely be staying in the house on my future trips to Gainesville.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauri C.

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

Aunts/Cousins Trip

This was a fabulous place! Pros - everyone had a private bath, beautiful and private location, fully stocked kitchen Cons - location and entry directions were a little vague, not enough living room or patio seating Would definitely rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

TANYA P.

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

Great place for large families.

We have made this pur annual family fun fest. Ages 6 months to 60. We had 10 people. 5 bedrooms and 4 baths...especially the upstairs with 2 double beds each. Come s in handy. The location is well suited for nearby trails, lake access, zoo and places eat. Property persons are easy t
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Jennifer C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Just barely okay

The convenience of 5Br/4Ba was great and the kitchen was well stocked with pots/pans and dishes for cooking meals.But the staircase is horribly unsafe. One of our party actually fell down the stairs and it could have been a disaster if she would not have caught herself before tumbling down a second flight. She is pretty bruised up. Not at all kid friendly. We had to keep a very close eye on our crawler with the non-compliant stairs and railings. The propane tank on the grill was empty. We had burgers ready to throw on and after about 2 minutes, the tank ran out so we had to switch to the oven. (And the stove vent doesn’t work). Bring bug spray! We killed many, many wasps both in and outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B.

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

We felt like we were on the mountains!

The house and views were fabulous! The owner and property manager were prompt to answer our questions and went beyond to make our event memorable. The property was perfect for our family and for hosting our son’s rehearsal dinner. The children loved playing outside, and the deck area was perfect for visiting.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ryan W.

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

Out of town wedding spot

We had a wedding at Towering Oaks and had a big group of friends coming in from around the country. Dove Ranch was a great place for us to stay versus all getting hotel rooms. Clean and well taken care of, had everything we needed. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenny H.

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

Great for Groups!

Love the fact this house had so many bathrooms! Perfect for large groups! The kayaks and paddle boat on the private pond was the highlight of our trip! The kids/teens loved it! The outdoor balcony was perfect for the adults to relax and watch the kids play! We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jerry F.

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

Country log cabin

The house is great, with 3 floors for spreading out. Never felt our 8 people were in each other's way. Could use some newer pots and pans, but everything else was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Chuck H.

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

Up keep

Could use a little love and care
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

TANYA P.

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

Scenic and peacful.

Trails, fishing and kayaking. Wonderful place to disconnect and spend great time with family. Firepit by large pond, well lit at night. Good parking. Just make sure you bring a lot of bottled water. If you plan on using the barbecue pit you might want to bring a can of propened. 5 bedrooms and 4.5 baths on 3 stories was perfect for extended family members. Recommend highly. Will go again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

barbara k.

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

Family eclipse trip

Comfortable cabin with plenty of room for our group. We enjoyed the sitting/visiting areas and the deck overlooking the pond. Only a couple of the party were adventurous enough to take the kayaks out on the lake but they had fun We appreciated that there was a dishwasher and washer and dryer however neither the washer or dryer was very efficient. The only safety issue we had was the stairs going to lowest floor, no stair rail for lowest set of steps. Two of our eldest (both in their early 70s) had some trouble navigating. Overall it was a great place for a few days visit
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

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