A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
9 bedrooms8+ bathroomsSleeps 22
Popular amenities
Balcony
Hot tub on site
Private pool
Breakfast included
Dog-friendly
Arcade/game room
Explore the area
Brenham, TX
Somerville Lake
Place, Somerville Lake
17 min drive
Lake Somerville Marina
Place, Lake Somerville Marina
17 min drive
Hohlt Park
Place, Hohlt Park
19 min drive
College Station, TX (CLL-Easterwood)
Airport, College Station, TX (CLL-Easterwood)
55 min drive
Rooms & beds
9 bedrooms (sleeps 22)
Bedroom 1
1 Single Bunk Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 King Bed
Bedroom 5
1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
Bedroom 6
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
Bedroom 7
1 King Bed
Bedroom 8
1 King Bed
Bedroom 9
1 Queen Bed
8 bathrooms, 3 half bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 4
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 5
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 6
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 7
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 8
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 9
Toilet
Bathroom 10
Toilet
Bathroom 11
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
PermaVista Ranch & Resort- Experience A Luxury Texas Ranch
Located near Brenham, in the Texas Hill Country; PermaVista ranch boasts breath-taking grounds, amenities, a full-staff and range of activities. Just over an hour from both Houston and Austin, PermaVista Ranch provides an ideal destination perfect for birthday parties, weddings, corporate retreat and family reunions. Aside from breakfast which is included, other meals can be provided if requested at additional cost. Our chef offers International cuisine with an emphasis on genuine Southern Mexican regional foods.
Our listed rates cover up to 16 people and 8 bedrooms.Our luxury ranch can comfortably accommodate up to 22 guests in beds for overnight stays. There is an additional charge of $42.50 per person over 16 people (Children 12 and under are $22.25 and 3 years and under are free) and we can make available a 9th well appointed bedroom with its own bathroom next to the garage inside the main compound. We can sit up to 20 people in our main dinning room. and can easily accommodate 40 people (in tables of 8) around the pool area. The facility is equipped and can easily host cocktail parties and dinners for 100 people or more.
Guests will be able to access all of PermaVista Ranch's 130 acres. Guests will also have their choice of activities: horseback riding, newly refurbished tennis court, 1/2 basketball court, official size croquet court, swimming pool & heated Jacuzzi. Guests will appreciate a pool table & shuffleboard in our beautifully designed and ample game room that doubles up as a sport bar with one large 100" TV and two smaller 48" TV (to be able to watch 3 different events at the time). You can take pleasure with walks in the woods, enjoying each others company out by the fire-pit on our second floor terrace or at our inside or outside bar.
Notes: Only tennis shoes are to be used for both the basketball and the tennis court. Available - Pool Fence/Child Guard. Put up and taken down fee $60 Croquet court set up and take down $45 Ping Pong table set up and take down $20 Horseback Riding $385 for the group to the ride up to 2-3 hours.
We have a full-staff available for our guests including: horseback riding lessons and trail riding with ranch horse trainer, gourmet chef, bartender and daily cleaning service. Special menus can be created upon request to accommodate all sorts of diets and culinary preferences.
6% off for extended weekends of 4 days or more 12% off for 7 and more nights. Discounts are not applicable to national holidays, Spring Break, and Round Top Antique Show week.
Taxes are not included in the list price. It’s required for us to collect (7% State & 6% County) 13.00% of taxes from the guest on lodging. 8.25% sales tax on additional services.
PermaVista allows you to experience the country life. Please keep in mind that this is a ranch. Insects and other animals (such as snakes, wasps, etc.) might be present near the house. Every month, we treat the home for pests; however, with the nature so prevalent outside it can be difficult to keep every bug out or away from the house.
When holding an event at the ranch’s facilities during your stay, there will be an additional usage and cleaning fee on the people attending the event and not staying as guests. The fee will be applicable to the additional guests attending and that are not staying overnight at the ranch. All events must be planned, discussed in detail and approved by ranch management.
A hearty gourmet breakfast/brunch is included in the daily rate. Formal cooked and served lunch and dinner will be an additional cost. »Lunch: $32.50 /per person (Children under 12 half price children under 3 free) »Dinner: $44.50 /per person (Children under 12 half price children under 3 free) selected prior to your stay. Note: No lunch and dinner are served on Sunday.
Use of cooking facilities with cooking/helper. »1 helper $35 per hour
20% Service Fee to be Added on all Additional Food.
Horseback riding (two to three hours per day of stay) is available at $385 for Professional Trainer. No riding allowed without the Professional Trainer. The rides have to be coordinated with our horse trainer at least one week before the stay. No unsupervised riding of horses is allowed. A waiver must be signed by each person that wants to ride acknowledging that you are aware that riding can be dangerous and you are aware of the risks involved. Anyone under 18 years of age must have one of their parents or their legal guardian sign on their behalf. Horseback riding is a sport that requires some previous knowledge and a certain aptitude, our professional trainer will check out every aspiring rider in the round pen before any riding is done outside the stables area and or the fields. Safety is our priority and rules must be observed. Our riding professional is in charge during any activities with horses and will decide which persons are qualified to ride, anyone not following instructions will be asked to stop and will not be allowed to ride anymore. Blue jeans are required to ride, no dresses or shorts. No flip-flops or sandals are permitted and at least must wear well-fitting tennis shoes, preferably riding boots. Helmets are provided for all riders and children 12 and under require the use of helmets. No children 4 or under can ride.
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Only house trained dogs. Need to inform.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
When holding an event at the ranch’s facilities during your stay, there will be an additional Venue fee on the people not staying at ranch.
Strict Che
For the use of the tennis court and small basketball court, tennis shoes are required at all times.
No unsupervised riding of horses is allowed, horse trainer must be present. Proper attire is required to ride.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 924016vb
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: 99
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
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
Brenham
Located in Brenham, this holiday home is in a rural area and near a water park. Burton Railroad Depot & Museum and Giddings Stone Mansion are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Old Baylor Park and Nails Creek State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Hohlt Park, or check out an event or a game at Spencer Field. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
College Station, TX (CLL-Easterwood) - 45 min drive
Restaurants
Dairy Queen - 20 min drive
Truth BBQ - 21 min drive
McDonald's - 21 min drive
Jernetta's Soul Food - 18 min drive
El Charro T Mexican Restaurant - 21 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does PermaVista Ranch & Resort- Experience A Luxury Texas Ranch have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at PermaVista Ranch & Resort- Experience A Luxury Texas Ranch?
As of 14 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at PermaVista Ranch & Resort- Experience A Luxury Texas Ranch on 16 Mar, 2027 start from S$5,692, 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 PermaVista Ranch & Resort- Experience A Luxury Texas Ranch pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much is parking at PermaVista Ranch & Resort- Experience A Luxury Texas Ranch?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at PermaVista Ranch & Resort- Experience A Luxury Texas Ranch?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at PermaVista Ranch & Resort- Experience A Luxury Texas Ranch?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is PermaVista Ranch & Resort- Experience A Luxury Texas Ranch located?
Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Somerville Lake, Hohlt Park and Overlook Park. Rocky Creek Park and Dr. Bobbie M. Dietrich Memorial Amphitheatre are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This is the second stay for our family of 19. Overall, we love the property because it has adequate rooms for us, the pool, the game room, the tennis/basketball court, and the breakfasts. The landscaping and gardens are beautiful and well-kept. Check-in and communications is great. But two problems persist: the refrigerator in the kitchen was not working our first time and was not working this time (temp was 64), and the operating instructions for the hot tub are not accurate (written instructions at one point are reversed compared to you-tube) so that heater would not come on — fix, do a hard reset. Would we stay again— yes.
Property was amazing if you are looking to have privacy and a variety of things to do on premise. We stayed for a week with our family which included grandpa, grandma, our children and their spouses, and our 13 grandchildren from ages 1-12. We rode horses, played basketball, shot pool, swam in the pool, caught bass at the stocked pond, and found all sorts of little creatures. Yes, it is a ranch and you may find a tarantula or two, a small fruit bat, or a walking stick bug (these were all outside). The chef and staff were amazing. Each day breakfast was different but included fresh cut fruit, an egg dish, meat of some sort, pancakes or waffles, cereal, etc. They were very accommodating to our some of our gluten free/dairy free little ones. We never ran out of food and have some hearty eaters. We had a couple maintenance issues that were resolved quite quickly. The manager was also prompt and responsive. She even met us upon check in and gave us a tour of the property. There were some cleanliness issues upon check in of which we believe the cleaning staff missed. These were addressed. The housekeeping staff came through one day during our stay and did a good job sweeping, refreshing towels, making beds, etc. Staff replenished toiletries and paper towels as needed. They probably would have come through more often if we had requested it. With all the kids and their messes, we did not ask. Old town was about 15 minutes away and provided enjoyable antique and coffee shops.
This is an amazing venue. With all the grounds to explore, the tennis/basketball court, the pond for fishing and the outside entertaining space, all were kept entertained… especially the kidsInside the party room easily accommodated all 40 of us and everyone commented about how comfortable and nice it was The food!!!! Wow. The chef and staff are amazing. The quality and service level was above anything we have had in a long time. Always a smile and willing to do or get anything we neededOvernight everyone had a very comfortable and private spotHighly recommend to anyone considering a group event of any kind
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov, 2025
Thank you for your great feedback. We enjoyed hosting you and would love to have you back!
Flawless Family Getaway – From Rooms to Pool to Party Space
Our family reunion at this property was absolutely perfect! The various room configurations suited all family sizes beautifully, and the family party room was ideal for gathering, conversing, and playing games. The pool area became a favorite hangout spot throughout the day. The catering staff was brilliant—breakfast options were delicious and satisfying, and our specially requested dinner was exceptional, truly worthy of a starred restaurant. The property manager was outstanding, promptly answering questions both before and during our stay. Every detail was thoughtfully provided, making the experience seamless and memorable. Overall, the value was well worth the rates. Highly recommended!
AMAZING!!! The house was beautifully kept. The staff was top notch ( very helpful and so kind). The food was delicious! Would 100% recommend this rental and would love to book again for a family reunion!!! The whole experience was wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2024
Thank you Ann for staying at PermaVista! We enjoyed having you and would love to have you back!
Regards,
Ruth Cantarero
Sales & Marketing Manager
It is beautiful and well maintained. Everyone is a delight to work with, and we always have a special trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul, 2024
Paula,
It's always a pleasure to have you visit us at PermaVista. You are a guest we go all out for! if I am correct, this is your 3rd or 4th stay with us. We enjoy having you visit. be our honored guest and look forward to seeing you and your crew again next year.
Regards,
Robert Andrews
Owner
This property is amazing. Ruth and the entire staff went over the top to make this the best weekend for my daughters 14th birthday. We had 11 girls and they had a ball. Highly recommend. And so beautifully decorated for Christmas.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Mar, 2024
Thank you Stacey. We enjoyed having you and would love to have you back!
We stayed at PermaVista Ranch for our son's wedding in Brenham. What a beautiful home! It has plenty of bedroom's all spread out for 16 people...which we loved. The party room was our epicenter because there is something for everyone...pool, shuffleboard, games, tv, etc. The breakfast provided by the chef every morning was amazing. The tennis court, play area and swimming pool/hot tub were a hit with everyone. Working with Ruth was easy from day 1. She was very quick to respond to an email before our stay or any question while we were in the home. The home is beautifully decorated and you can see it is a treasured home for a beautiful family with a lot of memories. Our family now has our own wonderful memories to add to it.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Mar, 2024
Thank you Kelli. We enjoyed having you and would love to have you back!
Our group of 8 guys had a great weekend at the ranch. Ruth was very helpful in coordinating food and activities for us. The food was good, and they cooked plenty for our entire group. We had an awesome time hanging out in the big game room, swimming, and playing sports on the tennis court. There was plenty of space for every guy to have his own room, and we would definitely consider returning next year.
The biggest con of the property is that the bedrooms/bathrooms are all dated and could use a remodel (or at the very least... a significant deep-clean, repainting, etc). This wasn't a big deal for our group of guys, as we spent very little time in our rooms, but it would make me think twice if I was booking a weekend here with all couples.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept, 2023
Thank you Ben. We enjoyed having you at the Ranch and thank you for your feedback. Hope to host you again.
This is the second time our team has stayed at the Permavista Ranch. The last time was July of 2021. All I can say is we’ve tried other properties over the years but after this trip we’ve all agreed moving forward our offsite home away from home will be here and here only. From courteousness of the entire staff, the amazing chefs that prepared our meals and the Amazing Horse Trainer Elise why would anyone go anywhere else. There are several rooms to house meetings, the game room house is amazing. The main house is simply stoic and the multiple single rooms allows for privacy for 10 people with ease!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept, 2023
Thank you Derek for your great feedback. We enjoyed hosting you every year and hope to see you next year again.
Great sizzling ranch experience to gather with our extended family to celebrate our 50th.. used the entire space from the tennis court to the horseback riding. Hot breakfast every morning was a real treat.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept, 2023
Thank you for your great feedback. We enjoyed having you and would love to have you back.
We reserved Permavista for a business outing. The communication prior to arrival was outstanding and all of our questions were answered in a timely manner. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful and the location and premises were beautiful. The onsite chef prepared an amazing meal that was enjoyed by all. We can't wait to return again next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul, 2023
Thank you Nicole for your great feedback. We enjoyed having you and would love to have you back.
Lots of space & privacy
Ideal for a large extended family gathering
We took advantage of the horse riding (excellent instructor)
& the pool & tennis court
A great big delicious breakfast is provided each morning by very pleasant staff - great time to relax and start the day.
Area is rural but only 12 minutes to Brenham
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug, 2023
Thank you Richard. We enjoyed hosting you and your family. We would love to host you again next year.
Our extended family of 16 persons (ages 3 years to 79) had a wonderful weekend at PermaVista Ranch. Our hostess, Ruth, was super, always available and made sure we had everything we needed. The entire facility is pristine, well kept and has great view of the countryside. The ranch has so many things that our kids and grandkids (and their spouses) enjoyed; like the basketball and tennis courts (we also did pickle ball on the tennis court), the pool table and shuffleboard, the firepit where we made smores one night, and especially the swimming pool and hot tub. We didn't watch much TV but we did find that getting the TVs to work was very tricky (need right HDMI input, need to make sure all "boxes" are turned on, etc.). We thoroughly enjoyed the breakfasts which included everything you would want and cooked by four gentlemen who also provided excellent table service. For other meals, we did our own cooking and found plenty of cooking equipment available in the kitchen, including a huge outside gas grill. We definitely would return to PermaVista for another family get together.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May, 2023
Thank you Walter for your great feedback. We enjoyed having you and your group at PermaVista and we would love to have you back.
PermaVista Ranch is just excellent in every way! It is a top notch, well operated, well maintained guest ranch…beautiful spaces inside and out…beautiful views of the rolling hills…well planned for privacy for every rental space. There is an ambiance of peace and calm, yet so many activities in which to participate in! Our family enjoyed the horseback riding from our youngest grand, the teens, the early twenties and the parents! When the rain arrived, there is shuffle board, pool, a giant TV and bar in the game room. No one was left out of the fun. The food was fabulous and the staff lovely. This is truly the Perfect Place!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan, 2023
Thank you for staying at PermaVista. We enjoyed having you at the Ranch and we would love to have you back.
Our 16 person family stayed here, and wow, what a property!
Pros:
-It's huge! There are plenty of beds for all.
-Awesome party house with all the fixings.
-Pool and view were beautiful!
-Breakfasts were delicious and the staff was very kind (one of the chefs even graciously substituted a different beverage for us!)
-Management, was fairly responsive via text.
-The lawn and grounds were lovely and well taken care of.
-They provided plenty of soap and dish detergent for us.
-Flexible arrival and departure times - a big plus with multiple families!
Cons:
-It's huge! Not the best for families with baby monitors and napping children, as the signals do not reach from house to house.
-Wifi is very, very spotty.
-One fridge/freezer did not work/keep things frozen, and when this issue was brought to the manager it was basically dismissed completely.
-Toxic high-fragrance detergent and dryer sheets used on bedding and towels.
-They actually shocked the pool during the morning of one of our days (the sunniest day by far!) and we couldn't use it for six hours.
-It was unsettling when staff, whom we weren't notified about, were coming right into the house without knocking to use the restroom in the main house.
-Main house could use some updating and the addition of plastic bowls and plates for kiddos.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct, 2022
Thank you Eileen for your comments. The freezer does work, but it does not read the right temperature. We are working on it. We tried to be as responsive as we can during the day and night.
The property worked for all of us, from the 2 year olds to the 80 year olds. Breakfast was wonderful, not only the food but the chance to gather at the beginning of the day. We ended the day in the party room. Perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug, 2022
Thank you Nancy for staying at PermaVista. We enjoyed having you and we are so glad you enjoyed our breakfast. We would love to have you back.
About the host
Hosted by Robert Andrews
Robert Andrews is Owner, President and CEO of ATI. He has over 35 years of experience working effectively with PEMEX and other National Oil Companies in Latin America as a contractor and supplier. Andrews has a detail understanding of the Mexican, Brazilian and Chinese Oilfield business and maintains close working relationship with current upper and middle management of the E&P sector of its customers and working partners. In 2001 Mr. Andrews traveled to China for the first time and based on the result of the trip decided to start ATI. Since that initial trip Mr. Andrews has journeyed to China over 100 times and spent an average of 3-4 months a year in China traveling throughout the country visiting customers and business partners.
Andrews was Founder, sole stockholder, President and CEO of Andrews Group International, Inc., a leading Integrated Reservoir Studies Company and oilfield software and systems integrator in the U.S. Mexico and Latin America The company was started in 1987 and in 1998 merged successfully with Core Laboratories N.V. (NYSE: "CLB"), making Mr. Andrews the largest individual stockholder of the acquiring company. Andrews stayed on at Core Lab for about 1.5 years heading up all of Core Labs operations in Latin America and Western Africa.
Aside from his many business interests, Mr. Andrews is a proud and loving father of his three wonderful children. Elizabeth his oldest attending Medical School at Texas A&M after completing a degree in Advertising at SMU, his middle son Pace is a Senior at University of Texas at Austin pursuing a degree in Art & Entertainment Technologies, his youngest Alexander is a Junior at Episcopal High school in Houston.
Mr. Andrews was raised and educated in Mexico until entering High school in the U.S., and received a degree in Architecture at the University of Florida. He speaks Spanish and English fluently and has a basic knowledge of Chinese and several of the Romance languages.
Languages:
English, Spanish, Portuguese
Premier Host
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