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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Georgetown, TX
  • Southwestern University
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Round Rock Multipurpose Complex
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Kalahari Indoor Water Park
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

King Master Suite 1

1 King Bed

King Master Suite 2

1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Living Area Alcove with Screen

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Georgetown Square Minutes From Riverside, Countryside Farm Home, Family & Pets

Experience the evolution of vacation travel - stress-free countryside living at this one-of-a-kind Texas Hill Country home. Situated among centuries-old live oaks on a mile of San Gabriel River frontage, 172 acres of working farmland, and full of history. This Georgetown farm is sure to captivate the whole group with its stunning views, terraced patios and original charm.

Throughout this thoughtfully designed home, you'll marvel at unique touches that speak to its special appeal. From the hand-laid stone pulled from the river, to the pond with fountain. You'll even find framed reproductions of art painted by previous owner and artist C.P. Montague (who happened to be one of President Lyndon B. Johnson's favorites) decorating the walls.

The open living area offers plenty of air conditioned space to catch up with friends, while the gourmet kitchen provides all you need to prep family-style meals, including a dishwasher for easy clean-up. Curl up with a book by the wood-burning fireplace (wood provided), host family movie night on the 62" flat screen Smart TV and DVD player, or stream your favorite show through free Wi-Fi on your devices. For those of you needing to work from while visiting, the Internet tower is in the top pasture, so you will have hi-speed Internet!

Two luxurious king suites come complete with light-filled sitting rooms and beautiful linens, while a queen sleeper sofa with an additional 4" mattress topper in the living alcove, or a 22" queen self-inflatable mattress with comfy bedding creates room for up to 6 travelers. If you brought the little one, a Pack-n-play and strap-in booster chair with tray, and a small canvas stroller are available too.

There are two baths; one with a walk-in shower, the other with a square soaking tub. A front-load washer and dryer helps keep packing light.and addition

An entertainer's paradise lies just outside! Relax with a glass of wine on multi-level terraced patios while listening to the song birds, or the fountain in the pond below. Fire up the charcoal grill and dine alfresco with the whole group. At dusk, a fire pit awaits for story swapping, S'mores making, and stargazing.

Just 10 minutes down the road is historic Georgetown, with "The Most Beautiful Town Square in Texas", with museums, wonderful farm-to-table restaurants and live music. Wolf Ranch in Georgetown is a destination shoppers delight; shopping at IKEA and the outlet mall is just 20 minutes away; and you'll be in the heart of Austin in 30 minutes.

Or stay close to home and find great fishing and tubing in the San Gabriel River, along with 172 acres for hiking and birding. Be sure to check out our free farm tour where the whole family can learn about local fossils, plants, search for arrowheads, engage with the animals, or take tractor rides. Don't forget your pets! Open acres of leash-free space are a dog's dream come true.

Ditch the city life for the serenity of the Texas Hill Country countryside and come see what it's like to live on a working farm and explore a living museum!

Property manager

Sheron Scurlock, Owner
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
We are pet friendly (dogs only due to allergies).
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking is allowed the in the house, but feel f

Important information

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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 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 and a first aid kit

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Georgetown

Located in Georgetown, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Round Rock Premium Outlets and Old Taylor High are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore San Gabriel River and San Gabriel Park. Travelling with kids? Make time for Kalahari Indoor Water Park, or head to an event or a match at Round Rock Sports Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Georgetown, TX

What's nearby

  • Southwestern University - 13 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Inner Space Cavern - 18 min drive - 15.4 km
  • Dell Diamond - 22 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Round Rock Multipurpose Complex - 24 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Kalahari Indoor Water Park - 24 min drive - 27.2 km

Getting around

  • Taylor Station - 27 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tacos La Costeñita - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Rentsch Brewery - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bunkhouse Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Korouva Milk Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Tombstone Texas - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Georgetown Square Minutes From Riverside, Countryside Farm Home, Family & Pets pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Georgetown Square Minutes From Riverside, Countryside Farm Home, Family & Pets?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Georgetown Square Minutes From Riverside, Countryside Farm Home, Family & Pets?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Georgetown Square Minutes From Riverside, Countryside Farm Home, Family & Pets located?

This family-friendly Georgetown holiday home is located on the waterfront, steps from San Gabriel River and within 9 mi (15 km) of Mel's Lone Star Lanes and San Gabriel Park. Blue Hole and Old Settlers Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

Georgetown visit

Clean and well furnished. Comfortable and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

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

A Memorable Experience

Note: I actually believed I posted this eight months ago but I guess because there was a glitch it didn't go through.I stayed here with my husband and kids and we had the best time! Not only was the rental clean, comfortable, and well maintained but the location was just gorgeous. We got a lovely tour of the property and saw the most gorgeous view of the cliffside and river. Our kids loved relaxing on the hammock outside and meeting and feeding the cows and.goats. We had a blast and hope to stay again! Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig B.

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

Beautiful Property & Fantastic Host

Beautiful property set back away from the city. Close enough to enjoy what Austin and the surrounding areas offer, but far enough away that is peaceful and quite. Very comfortable & cozy home that has everything you need. We were greeted by several deer in or around the yard every morning when we woke and the evenings when we returned. Property has a lot to offer if you just want to stay for the day and relax. Host is amazing and when the previous reviews say that her offering of fresh baked from scratch and served warm muffins are fantastic, they aren't kidding. They were AWESOME. Great host. Great property. We hope to return again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Celeste B.

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Best stay in Texas

We absolutely loved staying here. Original plans were several family members (6of us total) but our trip fell apart so it was only my boyfriend and I, and I’m so glad we still decided to go (it was past the point of a refund so we figured might as well have a vacation anyway!). So much space, even with 6 of us it would have been very comfortable. Quiet rural area but so close to town so we could drive into Georgetown easily for dinners, etc. Loved the full kitchen as we were also able to cook meals! Very handy since stayed a whole week. The property grounds are great, we loved the various sitting areas out back and there is a trail through the trees that leads to the pecan orchard, go through that and you get to the river which was also fun to walk along. Sheron was a wonderful host, we loved the homemade muffins, and had the pleasure of getting a property tour from her as well where we got meet some of the farm animals. She was super accommodating when we had to change our original reservation too. The place really felt like home while we were there, and we’d definitely stay again!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

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River rat family

Had an amazin time fishin an swimin an rock huntin an exploring the river. Built a fire at dark an made smores an looked at the stars..only bad thing was the 200ish vrbo fee
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russ L.

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Peaceful + Restful + Comfortably Wonderful!

The quaint-Texas elegant farm house with its comfortable furnishings and historical artwork was perfect and priced right. The private treed site and fire-pit rock and forest back yard more than offset the older style of the house. What topped it all was the walk through the orchard to the stunning private riverside setting where we spent hours in seclusion and beauty. The host delivered warm muffins and even had plenty of coffee and other necessaries all in position. We will be coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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Home on the Ranch

This is our third stay and it's becoming our "home away from home" when we visit our Texas family. It's comfortable, has a farm animals and wildlife nearby, the river is a wonderful place to visit and the hosts are extremely kind and accommodating. We love it there!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Slow pace girls weekend

Sheron was a peach to work with! She took pride in her property and was very knowledgeable about it. She even made us homemade blueberry muffins. I feel she went over and beyond and was wonderful with her communication skills!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M., Fort Worth, Texas

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

Location Location!

You cannot beat this property!! We have stayed many places and we just love the landscape of Scurlock Farms! This was our second visit and we were not disappointed. This is a great family vacation spot. Chilling by the river was lots of fun, and our daughter loved it. Sheron was so helpful as always, and made the best muffins for us! We got a flat and one of her sons came to help us right away. You can’t go wrong with Scurlock Farms.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liz G., Rosenberg, TX

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

Farmcation

We had a great experience at Scurlock Farms. Sheron and her family were so welcoming and were the best host. My kids enjoyed interacting with all the animals and exploring the property. Unfortunately, due to the drought, we were not able to enjoy the river on the property but hoping to go back soon when the river is flowing once again. I would definitely recommend vacationing with the Scurlocks!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Arlen A.

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Paradise In Georgetown

The ease of checking in was flawless. The house was well designed with wonderful furniture and kitchen accessories. The original artwork added to the charm of the property along with the thousands of river rock used to construct the home. The river was down but our grandchildren used the riverbed to find fossils The ownber's sons took our grandchildren to feed the goats and chickens as well as to drive the tractor. The family that owns the property could not have been nicer. And let's not forget the homemade banana muffins that were waiting for us when we arrived. If you want a totally wonderful vacation stay come stay at Scurlock Farms.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

mary W.

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Georgetown Get Away

The property is very scenic and relaxing. Access to the river was easy and rewarding even though the water level was low due to the drought. The house is very well kept and well stocked. We enjoyed the wild bird variety and the deer. Sheron Scurlock took us on a tour of the property and gave some history which made us love it even more. Access to Georgetown and Round Rock was easy and fun. We would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

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

Loved Scurlock Farms

We had a wonderful week at Scurlock Farms. Sheron is the greatest hostess, from the tour, to the muffins, and the great accommodations, it exceeded all of our expectations. We loved the daily hikes down to the river and the bird-watching. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connie S., San Antonio

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

Scurlock Farms

We fell in love with Rocky Overlook the moment we drove onto the property. As my son and I said we found our "zen" staying here. Just what the three of us needed. Sheron and family are the best host!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

"Clean, Convenient and Comfortable"

This was our second stay at the property. The friendly, hospitable property manager was very welcoming, answered all our questions and more than met every need. We look forward to returning!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful historic home, on an amazing property. The River was a bit of a trek from the home but well worth it. We enjoyed everything about our stay, and we will be coming back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leigh Ann F.

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

This place was perfect!

My expectations were exceeded. The delivery of freshly made muffins, a hayride, feeding goats and chickens. Being able to pick vine-ripened tomatoes and having a fully stocked kitchen. Topping it off with breathtaking sunsets. There were so many unexpended pleasantries, we can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Gem hidden among the trees

The patio was our favorite spot! Every morning and every evening. The breeze was so awesome even in July it was comfortable. Lots of local entertainment, and dances to entertain the teenagers. The most beautiful spot on the river is on this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

David G.

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

Remote getaway

We loved our stay at Rocky Overlook. The property was exactly as described and pictured. The TV was new with availability to log into Netflix and such. It also had free streaming TV. Internet speed was very good. The Host is amazing, she bakes delicious muffins. The property is large, we saw fossils by their riverfront, fed goats, horses, and chickens - our 4 year old loved it. We cooked most of our meals in the house, the kitchen is well equipped.

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie A.

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

thanksgiving

Was a terrific place to have thanksgiving. IN the country and very peaceful. House was large and perfect for a few days of R&R. Husband caught 50 fish in the river, a short walk from house. The guest bed needs replacing--- but that's it!!! Will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jamie F.

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Lovely, relaxing stay

Comfortable home, kind & hospitable family (met them all!), and a delightfully peaceful trip. Very clean and quiet!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

Beautiful, Comfortable and Relaxing Historical Home

This property is comfortable and in a beautiful setting. It is quite conducive to a family gathering while also offering a quiet, relaxing retreat atmosphere. If given the opportunity, we would stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

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Very nice and accommodating

Couldn’t of asked for more

10/10 Excellent

Jude L.

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Fabulous time!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Scurlock Farms in Georgetown, TX! Our house, Rocky Overlook, was spacious, clean, and filled with beautiful art! The owners were so friendly and helpful as was so many people in the town! We highly, highly recommend you stay at Scurlock Farms!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

J.R. S.

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

Great Vacation on the Farm

Sheron and her family have one of the greatest vacation homes we have ever stayed in, they go out of their way to make sure you are comfortable . The farm is absolutely beautiful , as is the house. We were just amazed with the beautiful paintings throughout the house that were done by Sheron and her mother . This home is in a great location, close to Georgetown, not to far from the outlets , and close enough to visit Austin, San Antonio, or the Magnolia Market in Waco for a day trip, you can visit the city and still come back and enjoy the beautiful hill country of Texas . We definitely want to come back and visit again. The river is close by the home to enjoy, I enjoyed just sitting on the patio taking in all of the beautiful farm. If anyone is gonna stay in this area I definitely would recommend Scurlock Farms for your stay, they are the best. J.R. Shotwell and family
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

About the host

Hosted by Sheron Scurlock, Owner

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Dan and I both grew up in Rockdale, a small town 45 minutes from Georgetown. I grew up in the country on a small 3 acre farm and Dan grew up in town. We were childhood sweethearts and both attended Baylor University.

I have loved furnishing and decorating the homes for our guests. I continue to do a lot of the landscaping and taking care of the general upkeep of the homes.

I love to garden - there are even kitchen gardens for our guests to enjoy!, and I am an avid reader. Since I have retired I have more time to volunteer. Dan is always busy working on something on the farm - he will never be bored!

Our youngest son, David, was 6 weeks old when we moved to the farm and he and his family live on the farm. David chose a home site along the bluff and built his home. David is a Georgetown motor officer, so if you see a police car on the drive, there is no problem - it is just David coming and going!

Our oldest son, Daniel, sold his IT business in Dallas and moved back to the farm in 2018! He and Sherry are avid gardeners and cooks/chefs. Look for some of their homemade goodies in the home that you can purchase.

My nephew, Grant Burnham with Grant Burnham Ceramics has made custom mugs and tankards for me and guests have loved them as souvenirs. they are in the homes as well. Grant makes them, then fires them at the kiln on the farm. He photographs them on the terraced patios of Rocky Overlook.

As you can tell, Scurlock Farms is a family affair! We have all loved meeting and getting to know our guests as we meet them out and about the farm or while giving tours or tractor rides. We take great pride in what we do. I believe we offer a boutique farm stay experience to our guests. Not boutique as in "fancy schmancy", but boutique in providing a one-of-a-kind experience to our guests. I gave a tour this afternoon, and as I dropped a guest off, she commented, "thank you so much. You made me feel like a member of the family!"

Why they chose this property

When Mom and Dad bought this beautiful piece of property, they gave each of their 5 children the option of building a home at a location of our choosing. Dan and I jumped at the opportunity and were the only ones to take them up on it. We moved to the farm in 1971 and built our home in 1977.

After my dad died in 1986 Dan and I began buying the farm. When my mom died in 2010, she left her home and art studio to us.

We've raised our family here and made the same offer to our two sons and our youngest took us up on it and built a beautiful home for his family in the middle of the property.

Our oldest son can't wait to retire and return to the farm!

Rocky Overlook and The Palette Pad are the heart of the farm and I could not even think of selling them. I didn't want them to fall in disrepair from not being used, or vandalized. Both are so unique that I wanted to share them.

My sisters helped me and we totally remodeled the interiors of both and the results have been spectacular. It has been so gratifying to share my parent's dream home, history, and talents with others.

In each house, I have a notebook with the story of their searching for and finding the property and building the houses. Also, the story of mama's painting and how she became C. P. Montague and a favorite of President Lyndon B. Johnson. The joy and appreciation that guests have when staying there are a living tribute to mama and daddy!

What makes this property unique

This large, open home was designed around centuries-old live oak trees. It is constructed of river rock; every rock was picked up at the river on the property by Sheron's parents, Bill and Pauline Thweatt.

Guests have marveled at how the rock was laid - all of the grout exactly the same depth and smoothed, and the lines of rocks precisely straight. Mama laid all of the rocks that show on the front of the houses, the columns in front of the homes, and the interior rock fireplace walls. Daddy laid rock on the back and sides where they would not be as visible! Daddy did an outstanding jpob, too, but the artist in Mamom had to have the very straight, precise lines!!

There are special rocks interspersed with the river rocks and mama could tell you a story about each one. I am sorry I didn't write those stories down.

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