Spend A Magical Night In This Texas Lighthouse With A Secret Room And 4th-Floor Observatory
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If you’ve ever wanted to know how it feels to be royalty, this castle-like Airbnb in Texas has your name written all over it. Located in Johnson City, The Lighthouse at Lighthouse Hill Ranch is a 3,500-square-foot VRBO rental that sleeps up to 15 guests and features a 4th-floor observatory and secret room. The sweeping Hill Country views from this lighthouse rental in Texas are just icing on the cake!
Like a scene from a fairytale, The Lighthouse at Lighthouse Hills Ranch is a 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom home with a 4-story, 86-foot-tall observatory reminiscent of a castle spire.
The rental is situated on a sprawling, 2,000-acre ranch complete with natural springs, fishing ponds, a seasonal waterfall, miles of multi-use trails, and a crystal-clear creek for swimming and tubing.
The Lighthouse sleeps 15 guests on 10 separate beds - some king, others full, and still others twin and pull-out.
Two of the beds are disguised as bean bag chairs, and they're hidden in a secret room that only the most clever of guests can locate. Pull out your magnifying glass and start looking for clues! You'll also have access to four full bathrooms, so everyone in your crew should have plenty of space and privacy.
Don't worry about packing a single thing besides clothes and toiletries - every other essential (and luxury) you could possibly think of is provided, making for a true five-star hotel experience.
The kitchen is fully equipped with all the standard appliances, as well as cookware, dishes, utensils, and even basic condiments and spices. Moving into the living room, you'll see leather furnishings and a 55-inch television with DirectTV for epic movie nights.
Out back, your own private pool boasts a negative edge overlooking the sprawling Hill Country landscape, plus a gas firepit, patio seating, and a propane grill.
Five of them are homes, and four are suites located in the "Arc de Texas," which is the communal gathering area at the ranch. The Arc de Texas features a wine tasting bar and shared pool, and the views from the suites are similarly breathtaking as those offered by The Lighthouse - just not quite as jaw-dropping.
There's even a sports court where you can play basketball, volleyball, and tennis!
Call (512) 587-9656 with any questions you may have.
Check out this YouTube video by Lighthouse Hill Ranch, Texas for a virtual tour of The Lighthouse:
The nightly rate for The Lighthouse is around $700, but remember, it sleeps up to 15 guests. Split evenly, that comes out to under $50 per person! Visit the official listing of The Lighthouse at Lighthouse Hill VRBO to learn more and book your stay at this glorious lighthouse rental in Texas.
Would you stay in this enchanting Lighthouse? If so, would you go looking for the secret room? Tell us your thoughts in the comments section below, then check out this article about a castle VRBO in Texas.
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Address: Lighthouse Hill Ranch, Inc., 787 Mountain Top Rd, Johnson City, TX 78636, USA
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October 03, 2022
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What is another magical place to stay in Texas?
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Are there many lighthouses in Texas?
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Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and changed her major twice (psychology, computer science, and finally criminal justice) before taking a leap of faith and dropping out to pursue a career in freelance writing.
Today, Katie writes for the Texas and Arizona pages of OnlyInYourState.com and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on the sofa with a hot cup of coffee, watching a crime TV show or scary movie.