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Gather at GSD Ranch, where the charm of Tiny Town awaits. Feed friendly animals like mini-donkeys and relax in a hammock or play horse shoes by the community fire pit. Unwind with peaceful ambiance and stargaze like never before.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

4 Rustic Historic Hico Tiny Home | Glamping Near Fossil Rim & Dinosaur World

Brought to you by Vacation Your Way, Tiny Home 4 in Tiny Town at Historic Hico Ranch is a double loft tiny home (Queen, 2-Twin) on a working ranch Billy the Kid may have visited! Unwind by the community fire pit, feed the animals, and even bring your horse. Just 1.5 hours from DFW and minutes from downtown Hico, this peaceful escape blends southern hospitality with small-town charm—perfect for couples, families, remote workers, or groups renting all 7 cabins plus RV spots for special gatherings.

🏡 The Space

🏖️ Amenities and Extras
🔥 At Your Spot: fire pit/cowboy grill, charcoal grill
Huge Community fire pit and Hammocks
🐮 Meet cows, mini goats, sheep and mini donkeys
🐴 Horse Motel: Stall and turnout available (fee)
🚐 RV parking at Rockin’ K next door
🏙️ Minutes from downtown Hico; 1.5 hrs from DFW
✨🧼 Sparkling clean — we take pride in providing a sanitized, comfortable space!
🔑🏡 Effortless arrival — smart home locks
🧺🧻 Starter supplies provided: paper towels, toilet paper, K-Cups, sugar, creamer, toiletries, dish soap
🛏️ Sleeps 5: Queen + 2 Twin Loft, Double Futon (1st Floor)

🍳 Kitchenette
🥣Kitchen essentials and cookware and dishes, cups, utensils🍴
🫧Kitchen Sink
🧊 Refrigerator/freezer
🔥 2-top stovetop burners
♨️ Microwave + 🍞 toaster
☕ Keurig coffee maker + K-Cups
🍷 Wine glasses, knives, 🧒🍽️ kids’ plastic dishes
🍽️ Indoor dining table for two

🛋️ Living Area
🛋️➡️🛏️Futon couch converts to a double bed (1st floor)
📺 TV with DVD player (various DVDs provided 🎬)
🎲Board and card games

🛌 Sleeping Area
Loft 1: Queen bed
Loft 2: 2 Twin beds

🚿 Bathroom
🚰 Sink + 🚽 toilet + 🚿 walk-in shower with a 💦 spa-style shower head
🧺✨ Fresh, sanitized bed linens and towels are provided

🌄 Outdoors – Tiny Town at Historical Hico Ranch & RV Park
✨ Glamping at its best!
🐐 Ranch Animal Pen (Mini-Goats, Mini-Donkey, Horse, Cows, Sheep)
🍔 Outdoor grills
🔥 Outdoor fire pits
🔥🪵 Community fire pit (gathering area)
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Groups Welcome
🌌 Open, spacious area with starry skies & dark nights
🪑 Camping chairs outside
🏡 Listing Description of your dream Vacation Your Way vacation home
Welcome to Tiny Home 4, one of seven charming tiny homes, cabins, and farmhouse rentals offering a truly one-of-a-kind ranch escape. This cozy retreat features a double loft sleeping space plus a comfortable futon, a clean modern bath, and a well-equipped kitchenette with essentials for easy meals.
Spend your evenings grilling on the BBQ, gathering around the fire pit under wide Texas skies, or swaying in a hammock while visiting friendly cows, mini goats, sheep, and mini donkeys. Wake up to coffee on the deck as the donkey brays “good morning” and the sunrise paints the horizon.
With RV parking next door and a Horse Motel available, this unplugged countryside experience is just 1.5 hours from DFW. Perfect for solo adventurers seeking solace, families unwinding after exploring Dinosaur World or Fossil Rim in nearby Glen Rose, or groups gathering for celebrations, board-meeting work retreats/trainings, or special events.
🌲 Neighborhood
Located just minutes from Historic Downtown Hico, Texas, you’ll find small-town charm at every corner — enjoy a steak at the Chop House, explore the Billy the Kid Museum, stroll local boutiques and antique shops, or catch live music and events at Hico Hall. Take a short drive to Fossil Rim Wildlife Center or Dinosaur World in Glen Rose for a day of adventure, and don’t miss annual favorites like the Texas Steak Cook-Off, Hico Wine Fest, the Poker Run, and the Old Settlers Reunion. It’s the perfect blend of ranch life and Texas charm.
Hico, TX is a hidden gem in Central Texas Hill Country, known for its rich Western history, scenic ranchland, and welcoming community. Visitors love the walkable historic downtown, locally owned restaurants, wine tastings, art galleries, and year-round festivals. Whether you're searching for things to do in Hico TX, weekend getaways from DFW, or a unique Texas ranch vacation rental, this area delivers.
Surrounded by wide-open spaces and rolling countryside, you’ll enjoy peaceful mornings, breathtaking sunsets, and incredible stargazing far from city lights. Conveniently located about 1.5 hours from Dallas-Fort Worth, Hico is ideal for a romantic getaway, family vacation, group retreat, or glamping experience near Glen Rose. Experience authentic small-town Texas with modern comforts and unforgettable ranch adventures.
📍 Explore Historic Hico
🍴 Enjoy a steak at the Chop House
🕰️ Visit the Billy the Kid Museum
🎶 Hico Hall – concerts, weddings and events
🛒 Stroll through boutiques and antique shops
🦕 Day trips: Fossil Rim and Dinosaur World (Glen Rose)
🎉 Local events throughout the year: Texas Steak Cook-Off, Hico Wine Fest, Poker Run and Old Settlers Reunion

🧘‍♂️ Longevity and Wellness: Whether it’s a peaceful morning walk, a cup of coffee at sunrise or watching the mini-animals frolic - this retreat prioritizes relaxation and well-being.

📅 Secure Your Vacation Your Way Getaway Today!
🔑 Inquire Today for Seasonal Rates
💡 Experience the Professional Vacation Your Way Expert Guest Service that was highlighted on DFW TX CH 5 news! 🤩
🐴🏡 Looking for another amazing tiny home adventure? Check out our Tiny Town at Lake Eastland and RV Park in Eastland, Texas! (our 2nd Tiny Town with a new twist: fishing and kayaking)


🌟Other Things to Note

🔐 Good to Know

🔦 Arriving Late?
Bring a flashlight! 🌙 It’s dark at Tiny Town (for best viewing of stars)
🌧️ Weather
Rainy Day? An umbrella and boots may come in handy! ☔ (it gets muddy!)
🅿️ Parking:
1 car in front of sheep pen (100–150 ft walk to home) Additional parking available near cabin 1, please request ahead of time.
🚶After you park, it is about 150 Ft walking distance on path to Tiny Home 4
📵 No WiFi – unplug and reconnect with nature
🚫 No smoking, no parties, no pets (due to animals on site)
💧 Texas Water Note:
Due to natural sediment, tap water in Texas may appear cloudy, have an unusual smell, or an odd taste. It is safe to drink, but many guests choose to use bottled water instead.
🐜 Pest control notice
We use professional pest control, but minor pest activity may occur between cleanings.
🗑️ Trash
Trash bags may be disposed of in the dumpsters near Cabin 1 forest line.
🎉 Ask about booking all the tiny homes for special life celebrations! (Small weddings, family reunions, birthdays and memorials)
✅ Per Guest Fee
When booking...please provide the correct # of adults and children to get an accurate price. We employ the common practice of charging a guest fee per person to offset the utilities of the home.
💸 Extended Stay Discounts
We love providing special discounts for extended stays! Please ask us about our 14-day, 30-day, and three-month midterm rates. 😊

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Towels (changed on request)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
IMPORTANT NOTE: We require a signed Rental Agreement (Clarifying our Cancellation policy), ID and Credit Card verification. Please preview the Rental Agreement at check out. We will send confirmation.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Please see Home Guide for full details on check in and check out requirements. Digital Guide link will be sent a few days before your arrival.
IMPORTANT NOTE: VRBO will charge you for their fees and then Vacation Your Way (your host) will charge your credit card for the reservation. Please see requirements to verify guest and payment above.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Located in Hico, this cabin is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hico City Park and Hamilton City Park, while Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame and Billy the Kid Museum are cultural highlights. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching. Visit our Hico travel guide
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Hico, TX

What's nearby

  • Hico City Park
    3 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame
    4 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Hico City Hall
    4 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Cowboy Art
    4 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Billy the Kid Museum
    4 min drive - 6.3 km

Restaurants

  • Jersey Lilly's
    4 min drive
  • Sonic Drive In
    4 min drive
  • Koffee Kup Family Restaurant
    4 min drive
  • BarbaCelli’s
    4 min drive
  • Hideout Cafe
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 4 Rustic Historic Hico Tiny Home | Glamping Near Fossil Rim & Dinosaur World pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 4 Rustic Historic Hico Tiny Home | Glamping Near Fossil Rim & Dinosaur World?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 4 Rustic Historic Hico Tiny Home | Glamping Near Fossil Rim & Dinosaur World?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 4 Rustic Historic Hico Tiny Home | Glamping Near Fossil Rim & Dinosaur World located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is within 3 mi (5 km) of Hico City Hall, Hico City Park, and Billy the Kid Museum. Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame and Cowboy Art are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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4 Rustic Historic Hico Tiny Home | Glamping Near Fossil Rim & Dinosaur World Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

June L.

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

Wonderful

Owners were hands on what a great space to re group n not far well worth it n town is charming too the cabins were so cute fire pit horseshoes watching n petting animals a little slice of heaven
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie P.

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

Hico

Very sweet couple and very accommodating. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul A.

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

GSD Ranch Stay

Had a great stay at this place. Communication with the agent was great. The place is very quiet and a quick drive to many areas of interest. The house was very comfortable and clean. Will consider staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Irma E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025