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Floor-to-ceiling barn doors can be opened to fully enjoy the views

Feeling like you're inside and outside at the same time!

Relax and enjoy the views with a glass of wine

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4149 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Johnson City, TX

Texas Hill Country Wineries5 min drive
Exotic Resort Zoo11 min drive
Texas Hills Vineyards15 min drive
Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)78 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

This is probably one of the coolest, most unique properties we have ever booked. It is definitely a barn, but it has tru...

Anna B.

Oct 26, 2022

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Unique barn on a 60 acre ranch with stunning views

Come enjoy a stay at this unique and stylish guest barn located on a beautiful 60-acre wildlife ranch in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, only minutes away from many wonderful wineries. You are welcome to explore all 60 acres of our incredible property during your stay!
Get ready to see deer, wild turkey, and wake up to the beautiful sound of the many birds here. The property is at the end of the road and surrounded by other large ranches so it feels very remote and peaceful.

Contact us with any intimate wedding inquiries or to rent out the entire ranch including the modern studio apartment in the other barn (see pics)!

Important: Please note that the main living space does not have A/C or heating. There are ceiling fans and there is a nice breeze when both sliding doors are open. In the winter the stove can be used and an electrical heater will be provided. Both bedrooms do have A/C and heating.

This is the country so please be aware that there may be a bug or two in our room on occasion and you may see wildlife if wandering the property. The hill country is home to scorpions, snakes, skunks, spiders, coyotes, turkey, deer, hogs, and other animals. It is recommended to use headlamps or flashlights if walking the property at night and make sure to always wear closed-toe shoes.

Property manager

Nicola Sicchieri

Languages

Dutch, English, German, Italian, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Pets must be on a leash at all times.

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Pet rules: Small dogs allowed under 20lbs. Must be on a leash at all times. Not allowed to be on furniture or beds. Contact us with any questions.

This barn is on a 60-acre wildlife ranch, please be mindful of wildlife and wear closed shoes, ideally boots at all times.

Septic tank - don't flush anything but toilet paper

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

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

About the area

Johnson City

Located in Johnson City, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Lyndon B. Johnson Boyhood Home and Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Texas Hill Country Wineries and Exotic Resort Zoo. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Johnson City, TX

What's nearby

Texas Hill Country Wineries - 5 min drive
Exotic Resort Zoo - 11 min drive
Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park - 14 min drive
Texas Hills Vineyards - 15 min drive
William Chris Vineyards - 23 min drive

Getting around

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

‪El Charro Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
‪Dairy Queen - ‬14 min drive
‪Pecan Street Brewing - ‬14 min drive
‪El Agave - ‬13 min drive
‪Proof & Cooper at the Lumber Yard - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique barn on a 60 acre ranch with stunning views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Unique barn on a 60 acre ranch with stunning views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique barn on a 60 acre ranch with stunning views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Unique barn on a 60 acre ranch with stunning views located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Texas Hill Country Wineries and within 9 miles (15 km) of Highland Lakes and Exotic Resort Zoo. TASTE Wine Art and Lyndon B. Johnson Boyhood Home are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Terri M.

20 May 2024

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

Peaceful Getaway

I chose this house because I needed a mental health break from a great deal of work and health stress. I grew up in the country, and going back to my roots always brings calm back. The property is not too close to conveniences, yet not too far away. Johnson City is maybe a 15 minute drive. The property was gorgeous during our stay, full of varied colored wildflowers. We really enjoyed opening the barn doors in the late afternoon, and just reading on the patio. My favorite surprise was the big disco ball that turns on automatically around 9 p.m. I blue-toothed my playlist to their great speaker system and just enjoyed the freedom of dancing without going anywhere. The sunsets on the porch were amazing. The wineries are not that far away for day trips, and Fredericksburg is about a 40 minute trip. I took nature walks at the LBJ State Park and Johnson City Nature Preserve, as well as around the perimeter of the ranch. There is no air conditioning in the barn door great area, but there is in the bedrooms. If you are not a fan of opening the doors and just letting the wind blow through, and the bugs that do come with it, this may not be for you. Do your grocery shopping in Johnson City before you go to the house - there is not one just around the corner. At the right time of year, I would definitely come back.

Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

26 Oct 2022

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Exceptional Stay

This is probably one of the coolest, most unique properties we have ever booked. It is definitely a barn, but it has truly been transformed into a warm, interesting, comfortable and inviting space. Just staying there felt like site-seeing. The attention to detail is inspired. The stereo system is sublime. The bed was the most comfortable I've ever slept in away from home (please tell me where you got those sheets, thanks:). We personally LOVED the fact that it didn't have a television to kill the amazing vibe they had curated, but if you're boring, this might bother you, hahaha. Sitting outside on the vast, quiet ranch under the big Texas sky watching the stars by the illegal fire (there was a burn ban we were not aware of, oops) was just heavenly. Definitely heed the warning to keep your shoes on outside - lots of interesting, beautiful and sharp-poky things. Overall, I can't say enough wonderful things about this spectacular property! Thank you, Sandra and Nico!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel G.

26 Sept 2022

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Amazing!

Absolutely loved this barn. Such a unique place to stay. The property is beyond beautiful. We had such a relaxing peaceful time . Highly recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Manisha G.

13 June 2022

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Unique venue

Simply lovely with nice touches throughout. Great communication with hosts. Peaceful.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol F., Marietta, GA

8 June 2022

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Enjoyed our stay!

We really enjoyed our stay at the barn. The hosts were amazing - incredibly responsive and helpful. It is in a very quiet area - you will see all the stars at night and very peaceful. Enjoyed the beautiful Hill Country views. Such a unique place to stay. We were there at the end of May and the main area got a bit warm on one day but as other reviewers noted, most days had a great breeze such that it wasn’t uncomfortable. The awesome sound system was a nice touch and we enjoyed it. One of the bedrooms and bathrooms was a little tight but nice setup with us on opposite sides of the barn. The hosts live close next door however we didn’t feel like we were on top of each other - while close by each other, it felt private. If you are looking for something unique, check it out! Last comment which has nothing to do with the barn - it was our first time to the Hill Country and when we booked, we weren’t fully aware of all the places we would be going. I learned that you drive a lot to anywhere in the Hill Country - check out where you plan to go against where you plan to stay - we set ourselves up for a number of long drives but that was completely our doing, and even at that, it was nice to get to a less populated and quiet place to end and start the day as each of our days was fairly chaotic.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

lauri b.

5 May 2022

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FABULOUS GET AWAY

This lovely space was such a delight. Just a short ride to Fredericksburg, but fully in the country! We watched deer and wild turkey outside of the open barn doors. The hosts were wonderful and so accommodating. Every request we made was honored. The décor is both traditional hill country and modern fun. Bedrooms have great air conditioning while the main area gets a lovely breeze with the barn doors open. We will be back!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Javier R., Austin

11 Mar 2022

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Beautiful property

Great location right outside Johnson City and easy driving to local spots. The farm house was beautiful and charming hill country location.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Jessica L.

7 Mar 2022

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Beautiful Renovated Barn

The property was so enjoyable to be on. Relaxing and a great getaway experience. Loved all the touches to the place and it was easy to get comfortable in. Had an issue with the heater in the smaller bedroom, but we pulled in the electric space heater and rolled with it. Overall, loved our stay and will be recommending the space to our friends.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Orlando G.

27 Jan 2022

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Cozy Country Barn on 60 Acre Ranch

I was really impressed with the spacious and very clean barn. Loved the ranch setting and large area of land with plenty of wild life around. It was a very cozy and relaxing stay. Would definitely visit again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ming G.

23 Nov 2021

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A very special getaway

This place was incredibly peaceful and the dwelling had an incredible design. We loved having the bay doors open with the cool fall breeze.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

David W.

29 Oct 2021

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Fantastic relaxing stay!

The barn was great. Everything we needed, and nothing we didn't. Peaceful, simple, and perfect. Hosts were great and responsive as well. We will definitely be back.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Norma S.

22 Oct 2021

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Fabulous!

I would definitely recommend this venue to all visiting Texas Hill Country. Beautiful views, never would have dreamt sleeping in a “barn” would be so comfy, very clean & exactly as the photos show! Very quiet and peaceful.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gwen F.

6 Oct 2021

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Great weekend

We loved this place and the views! Thank you so much for having us

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

17 Aug 2021

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Absolutely Fantastic!!

This was such a unique and beautiful rental. We loved the record player and just all the small touches this great barn had to offer. Even in August, opening the double doors was such a treat, morning and night! The owners are wonderful!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brenda A.

9 Aug 2021

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Amazing and unique

Omg how beautiful this property is. First the barn doors opening and having nature in the house outstanding. Second the night sky over a fire pit while memorable. Won’t be my last time booking this property that is for sure so beautiful.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

3 Aug 2021

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Relaxing and quiet

Wonderful experience. Nice , clean home. Hosts were so nice.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andre G.

26 July 2021

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Attention to detail luxury barn

Sandra and Nico have transformed a barn into an upscale and high-end experience. Their attention to detail could be seen in the way the barn had been renovated/reinvented, creating a welcoming and comfortable environment without losing the rustic appeal. The quality of all items was excellent, including the coffee (coffee snob here), extra virgin oil, towels, slippers and bath robe to the more outlandish items like a Rotel + B&W + Technics turntable that this audiophile appreciated immensely, since sound systems are normally only a distant afterthought in most places. Opening the huge barn doors to let a breeze cool the main loft space took away most of the Texas summer heat. Imagine this in the Fall? 😍 Highly recommended for those who like a back-to-nature approach without losing the comforts of home. Thanks again to Sandra and Nico for a very enjoyable stay, filled with great recommendations. We will be back, that's for sure!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charles C., Houston

18 July 2021

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Amazing place to relax and reset

My husband and I arrived Wednesday evening and stayed through Sunday. A cousin and his wife joined us Friday. From the moment we arrived on property to the drive back, all we can talk about is how great this place is. The views are unbeatable! The barn is nothing like we’ve ever seen. From morning to bed time, we had the barn doors wide-open and the breeze was God’s AC. Perfect place for a relaxing getaway. The hosts waisted no time paying attention to each detail we would need to enjoy this serine slice of Heaven. Thanks so much, Sandra, for your hospitality. We will be back. Dede&Charles

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

19 June 2021

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Perfect scenic getaway

When we found this rental on VRBO we only thought we had found the perfect serene place for a getaway, once we arrived we realized that the design and scenery (both inside and outside) can only be described as a piece of heaven. The attention to detail of the barn as well as the amenities that this rental offered were no less than breathtaking. If you want to listen to one couples advice, rent this for a day or two longer than originally planned and spend that extra time with the doors open, fans on and your favorite record on the phonograph then dance your worries away in the living room and on the back porch because I know we will do exactly that during our next visit. Li

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Nicola Sicchieri

We are a married European couple that recently moved to Texas. We love to be in nature and to travel to unique places around the world. When we are not around, that is likely what we're doing! Nico was born and raised in Italy and has been in the US for the last 6 years. Sandra was born and raised in the Netherlands, has lived abroad since 2011 and in the US for the last 9 years.
We are clean / tidy and easy going - plus we always try to accommodate our guests in every possible way when we host. We live in the red barn on the property, but we lead a busy lifestyle and will not always be around. The amount of interaction with us during your stay is entirely up to you. We love meeting new people but also know how importance privacy can be during a trip into nature!
We look forward to hosting you and help make the best out of your trip to the Texas Hill Country!

Why they chose this property

Our ranch is a peaceful property with incredible views of the Hill Country. We fell in love with the property the moment we entered the gate and we hope the same will happen to you.

What makes this property unique

The calm and tranquillity of nature are perfect for re-charging and taking a break from the busy life. Here you can observe the wildlife, visit close-by wineries and hike in the surrounding areas.