Notes from the host
Magnificent 90-Acre Texas Ranch Estate with 5BR
Located on a beautiful 90-acre working cattle ranch in charming Gonzales Texas, 9T Ranch offers the perfect escape from city life while still offering all of the amenities and comforts you'd enjoy at home. This professionally designed, 4,000+ square foot home with multiple interior and exterior entertainment and gathering spaces is perfect for birthdays, family reunions, or other celebrations with large groups. The home is newly renovated and guests will feel like they have a little slice of slow, country life with antique decor and an authentic hacienda feel. The San Marcos river lines the Northeastern edge of the property where guests can interact with this famous watering hole at their leisure.
With its historic past, beautiful nature, and small town feel, Gonzales Texas offers a wonderful opportunity to relax and explore all central Texas has to offer. Its location also allows quick access to both Austin (90 min) and San Antonio (60 min), perfect for any day trips!
Events are allowed, but subject to approval and an event fee.
A few important notes about staying on this beautiful, working ranch:
As cute as the baby calves may look, please do not interact with any livestock or wildlife on the property. The lawn around house is fenced so that livestock cannot access guest quarters. There are several water access points across the ranch including two stock ponds and direct access to the San Marcos river. Guests are welcome to swim, fish, canoe in these at their own risk. The stock ponds are not recommended for swimming.
Pets are welcome, but are subject to breed and size approval. The pet fee is $150 for the first pet and $50 for every additional pet plus tax (5 pets maximum).
Events are allowed, but subject to approval and an event fee.
There are several outdoor cameras to monitor the security of the property. Please note there are absolutely no cameras inside.
There may be outdoor furniture covered upon your check-in. We keep this furniture covered for guest satisfaction, no one likes sitting on a wet or dirty cushion! Please feel free to remove the covers should you want to use these items and our team will re-cover them. The covers are not meant to keep guests out.
Lastly, the South side of the property with foreman's trailer and ranch infrastructure are strictly off limits to guests.
As a Boutiq property, 9T Ranch epitomizes the worry-free relaxation and luxury that we believe you deserve from your vacation rental experience. Professionally managed by hospitality experts and outfitted with hand-picked, top-of-the-line amenities, this home has been crafted especially to fulfill the needs of and create an unforgettable experience for guests of all ages. Your responsive hosts are available around the clock to answer questions, provide assistance when necessary, and ensure an optimal and communicative vacation experience. We are always a message or phone call away, and we will send someone to the house promptly if there are any issues that need onsite help.
Located approximately 15 minutes away from the quaint town of Gonzales, Texas, the 9T Ranch provides guests and their families with a serene sense of privacy in the South-Central Texas Plains. Guests will have free reign over a large portion of the 90-acre property, free to experience nature privately or head out to explore the area. Rich with revolutionary history, Gonzales county is speckled with relics depicting the beginning and the end of the Texas Revolution (1835-36). HEB grocery, Walmart, coffee shops, and steak/Italian/Mexican/Fast Food options are also located within the town.
Other nearby attractions include:
-Palmetto State Park with hiking trails, paddle boarding, and fishing
-Lockhart's World Famous BBQ
-Buccee's 15 minutes away
-San Marcos and Guadalupe river tubing just over an hour away
Check out our Guidebook for more recommendations!
Please note, there is a bridge out nearby the home. Please follow the directions explicitly outlined in the check-in instructions. A temporary smart lock code will be assigned to guests on the morning of check-in.
This 90-acre ranch is truly a serene getaway. Perched atop a hill, this home overlooks the beautiful surrounding greenery and pastures. Guests will enter from county road 232, unlock the property's gate and pass over the first cattle guard. Guests will continue to drive straight until passing through the gate around the home itself, over another cattle guard, and into the driveway. Guests are not allowed to go left when entering the property, there is a restricted area sign. Once in the driveway, guests will head through the large hacienda doors to the wrought iron double doors with a smart lock, where they will enter their custom code.
Once inside, guests will be welcomed to a large living space with a 75" Samsung Frame TV. There is a couch and other seating. To the back of this room is the entrance to the garage. Guests are welcome to utilize the garage space which includes a television, extra fridge, full bathroom, and is air-conditioned, so it is great for kids to escape to on a hot day! Please note the large lifting doors are delicate so please do not open and close them.
Past the first living space is a wet bar area with a wine fridge, ice maker, and sink. Guests are welcome to use these amenities. This bar opens up into The Great Room, which is the second living space guests will find. This room is equipped with an 8-seat dining table, large couch, two lounge chairs, and a 65" Samsung Frame TV. This space is perfect for guests to enjoy time together no matter what activity they are engaged in.
On one side of the Great Room is the kitchen and entrance to the outdoor space. Every Boutiq home is fully equipped and stocked chef's kitchen. The kitchen is equipped with a 8-seat round table and a bar-height table with 2 stools. There is a double oven, microwave, stovetop, and french-door wide refrigerator and freezer. The kitchen comes equipped with all new, Made-In luxury cookware and dining-ware.
On the other side of the Great Room is the primary bedroom, equipped with a king bed with Premium Milton mattress, walk-in closet, and full bathroom with a stone walk-in shower. Past the primary bedroom is the poker room, with velvet chairs, a record player, and massive mural.
Continuing down the hallway are the rest of the bedrooms, each equipped with large closets and room-darkening shades and Premium Milton mattresses. The first is the 5-bed bunk room, followed by the first guest bedroom containing a king-size bed. A full bathroom can be found continuing down the hall, with a tub and shower. This bathroom also has plenty of cabinet space for you to feel right at home!
Another two guest bedrooms with king beds can be found down the hallway, and finally the last bathroom on the left, with a walk-in shower.
The outdoor patio has multiple choices for seating and lounging, including an outdoor kitchen, dining table and chair swing.
There is a private room towards the end of this section of the home, soon to be equipped with a desk chair and other desk items.
Ride share services and public transportation are not available in this area. You will need a rental car from the nearest major city or a car rental app such as Turo for transportation.