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Lovely adult retreat!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Living area
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lovely adult retreat!

Located down a country lane in the midst of rolling hills just one hour north of Dallas. Take the row boat out on the 23 acre lake to swim or for catch and release fishing. Sun on the dock or enjoy long walks down country lanes. Inside your private guest cottage you will be greeted by white linen, French country antiques and all the modern conveniences in a fully appointed kitchen and bath.Small dogs on leash are welcomed.No smoking is allowed on property !

Property amenities

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
Onsite 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Lovely Adult Retreat
Lovely Adult Retreat! Van Alstyne
Lovely Adult Retreat! Private vacation home
Lovely Adult Retreat! Private vacation home Van Alstyne

About the neighborhood

Map
Van Alstyne, TX

What's nearby

  • Grayson Hills Winery - 13 min drive
  • Collin County Courthouse - 29 min drive
  • Austin College - 30 min drive
  • Allen Event Center - 42 min drive
  • Toyota Stadium - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Loft Pizza & Pub - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Triple R Barbecue - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Corby's Grill - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely adult retreat! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Lovely adult retreat!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely adult retreat!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lovely adult retreat! located?

Situated in Van Alstyne, this vacation home is 3.8 mi (6.2 km) from Grayson Hills Winery and 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from Tiger Stadium. Sherman Museum and Austin College are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Lovely adult retreat! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vicki U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly Recommend
Beautiful home and property. Back porch with lake view is perfect. Clean and comfortable. Owners live next door and are very nice and willing to go out of their way to answer questions, provide help, and accommodate needs. Hope to return.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace and Serenity lovely retreat
We LOVED it! Such a beautiful place sitting amongst the wildflowers. Gorgeous view from the back porch. Donna was awesome! We definitely will be back to enjoy the lake and relax!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harold B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easter Weekend
This was a very cute old restored farmhouse with charm. I wish we could have stayed longer to enjoy the large back porch looking over the pond. We were nervous about the little dirt road to get to the property but it was no issue. I met the nice owners who live in the big farmhouse next door. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better than expected
We loved our stay. It is a beautiful property, quiet, peaceful and well maintained. Coffee on the back porch looking over the lake was so relaxing. I would stay again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie G., Broomfield, CO

Liked: Cleanliness
NIRVANA
Amazing. Stunning. Comes with a beautiful view and all the wonderful sounds of nature. Perfect place to get “off the grid”. I have never stayed at a place that is fully equipped/stocked from the kitchen right down to the laundry supplies. Made the trip a breeze and stressless. Donna is a great Hostess and we never felt that it was an imposition to reach out to her. Her Oasis will be our “go to” when visiting our family in Texas.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Van Alstyne Farmhouse
Exquisite! About 3/4 mile off of the road and QUITE! When you open the door you have a step back in time farmhouse decor with all the modern conveniences. The layout is straight out of a magazine. Comfortable beds, relaxing porch with a great view. The lake is a must for catch and release fishing. Donna, the host is the best. This will be a go to in future visits.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Larry and Jeanne L., Manhattan

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful country retreat
My husband and I loved this little retreat! The beds were very comfortable and the setting is amazing! Donna is a very kind and welcoming hostess!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mila S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Getaway
Great place to spend a quiet weekend. The place is clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Warren W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet Hideaway
Great place to slip away to for peace and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle G.

Liked: Cleanliness
"The Notebook"
We had a truly magical stay at this absolutely beautiful "French Country" Home! This home is exquisitely decorated and we truly felt like we were in the movie "The Notebook"! The kitchen has everything you need to prepare fabulous meals while enjoying the beauty of this home and the grounds it sits on! The back porch is out of a magazine as is the rest of this dreamy home! The lake has the best fishing in Texas according to my husband who caught huge Bass, Croppie and Blue Gills! The row boat with the trolling motor was so fun. We absolutely loved our days enjoying the beauty of this home and how peaceful and serene the setting is, and the lake is absolutely wonderful! We felt like we truly stepped back in time and we had the most romantic getaway we have literally ever had! We spent the 4th of July weekend, soaking up the beautiful sun on the lake, cooking and grilling wonderful meals, and the Fireworks were the best we have ever seen, we will be returning every 4th! We are already planning our next romantic retreat and the hospitality from the wonderful owners Donna and Hank, was the cherry on top of this incredible find! We plan to be frequent visitors to this gem! Joe and Michelle, Allen Texas
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
PERFECT PLACE FOR PEACEFUL RETREAT AND REST
The house is beautiful. The host, Donna was gracious and kind and a perfect host. We have what we call a "silent retreat" about three times a year. Three women - two sisters and a niece. On Saturday we remain silent all day. We choose our own activities for the day, but all is done in silence. This time, one crocheted, one made a Christmas stocking for her youngest grandchild and the other, a new widow spent time in the Word and with God. We walked some and listened to music - each doing their own thing. This was the PERFECT place for us. So beautiful and serene, Would definitely recommend it to anyone seeking a beautiful relaxing place to spend time away from all the distractions of day-to-day life.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stacy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
WONDERFUL GIRLS WEEKEND
This place was even better than described. So clean and cozy and had everything you need. It was such a peaceful stay whether we were sitting by the fireplace inside, sitting on the back porch with a drink or sitting down by the lake it was amazing. The home was so comfortable that you really never had to leave. We will definitely make this trip again. ........ WE LOVED IT.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place for a retreat - peaceful and calm
Donna and Hank were the best hosts possible. The house was a good size for 2 people. Isolated and peaceful. We needed a non-contact check in which was easily handled by Donna. We had meals on the back porch overlooking trees and the lake. We went and rowed the boat twice and enjoyed the clear lake, migrating birds and Texas sky. Perfect place to remember nature. We brought all of our food in and cooked some wonderful meals. Going back to town to get a meal would have been a short drive but one we didn't want to entertain. If you need a place to go that has been given a ton of care, thought and is kept up very very well - this is your spot. Recharge and renew. Thanks Donna and Hank!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Colette M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little Bit of Heaven
This property is exactly as shown in the photos. It was impeccably clean and charmingly furnished with authentic antique details. We were looking for “an escape” and truly felt as though we had visited another time and place. We walked for miles on the surrounding country roads. We sat on the dock and enjoyed all the wildlife sounds. My favorite sound was the wind on the prairie. We accidentally locked the only set of keys in the guest house so Hank and Donna invited us to the main house while a locksmith came to rekey the cottage. They offered us a late checkout for our trouble and lent us shampoo! It was a happy accident because we enjoyed visiting with our gracious hosts. We were sad to leave this peaceful, comfortable refuge. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Katherine W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and pretty cottage stay
My husband and I had a wonderful weekend stay at Donna and Hank’s lovely guest cottage. As noted by other guests, walking into the cottage was like entering a Country Living magazine layout. The place was extremely clean! The kitchen has what is needed to cook own meals along with a Keurig, dishwasher, washer and dryer for longer stays. We grilled dinner at night, had coffee on back porch in mornings, and enjoyed walks on the country roads near the property. The lake is a short walk behind cottage for fishing on pier or in row boat. Our favorite part was star gazing from pier during the crystal clear nights! Donna was extremely responsive with all questions and needs during our stay. Although the hosts were next door, our stay was private and peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sam H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquility
I needed a place close to Dallas for a study retreat. This place exceeded my expectations in every way. The setting in the country is beautiful on a rolling hill. The home is clean and charmingly decorated. The property owner was responsive and gracious. I have already recommended this location to a close friend and plan to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exquisite Cottage
This cottage feels like you are living inside a magazine! Every little detail is perfectly and amazingly placed. The surrounding area is serene and perfect for long country walks. A great place for a relaxing one-of-a-kind weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Justin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Do not pass this place up...!!!
I feel like this place deserves some kind of epic poem. It's not like it was decent...every single detail was masterful. When you think "romantic getaway," this place cannot be topped. We found ourselves walking the property, dancing in the incredible moonlight on the dock, drinking coffee and eating dinner on the back deck...that's just the start. We left the place on Sunday shaking our heads in total disbelief of this incredible weekend we shared at this amazingly romantic country house. It was truly perfect and we definitely cannot wait to go back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carla C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderfully relaxing!
This place is so relaxing, so peaceful.... its where the simple life meets the luxury life..... Donna met us at the house to let us in, and she is the sweetest host anyone could ask for. The house smelled so nice, and was decorated just like the pictures show. It just felt like I was visiting a time in history, but with the luxury of a cold ac and hot water! Such a gorgeous place, I highly recommend to someone that wants to unplug and enjoy peace and quiet.... Oh, and the lake is beautiful, and good for fishing on the dock!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was beautiful. Owners sent us specific driving instructions. A great get away, but still close enough to visit old Van Alstyne.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ron L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Country Cottage
Great little get-a-way. Donna and Hank are lovely people. The house is wonderfully decorated and lies in the country. Spent lovely evening on the patio listening to the frogs on the lake. Would definitely come back and enjoy the quiet serene country side.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joseph K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic property with Texas hospitality
This new listing is in one of the most beautiful spots that I’ve ever seen in Texas. The owners are close by and very responsive!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019