X Bar Ranch
8300 Farm-to-Market, Eldorado, TX 76936-0696
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The X Bar Ranch is the ideal sanctuary for anyone interested in the splendor of the Texas countryside. The ranch encompasses 7,100 privately owned acres of diverse terrain including ample native flora and fauna, scenic vistas, star-filled night skies and magnificent sunsets over gentle rolling hills. We invite you to experience our welcoming hospitality, private, comfortable and uniquely decorated cabins, lodge and guest house and our pristine natural surroundings on the western edge of the Texas Hill Country.
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8300 Farm-to-Market, Eldorado, TX 76936-0696
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We stayed at the Roundhouse and attended Kathleen B Hudson's Plein Air Workshop. Our group had the entire place reserved including the lodge. The accommodations were clean and comfortable. For anyone staying at the roundhouse, be sure and get directions prior to arriving as we didn't receive them and had a difficult time finding the entrance. One of the owners called us and told us they had forgotten to email us and gave us directions. I think a bigger sign by the road would be helpful Also, we had a sedan car which was not built for the caliche road. It would be best to have a larger vehicle like a SUV if you stay at the roundhouse. We had a blast and I would highly recommend this place.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Traveled with friends
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X Bar ranch is a wonderful place for a get away. We have been there several times for a weekend escape. The Spiny Star cabin is very cozy. It has a full kitchen, a gas grill, comfortable beds, good wifi and satellite TV. We love staying there. The night sky is great. We take our telescopes and explore for hours. A couple of the cabins are pet friendly so we take our babies. Highly recommend.
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Date of stay: February 2022
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My daughter and I stayed here to watch the Perseid meteor showers. Unforgettable experience. Wish we could have stayed longer. Will definitely be going back. Maybe for a future star party. Comfortable rooms. Cozy atmosphere. Great price/value.
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Date of stay: August 2021Trip type: Traveled with family
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My wife and I with the three grandkids were the only ones there. Disappointments were: Grass/growth not mowed or cut with a weed eater. I at least expected the area around our cabin to be mowed but nothing was mowed, not even the areas with chairs and table next to the cabin Water pressure in the kitchen sink was horrible. It took almost 15 seconds to fill up a glass of water. Swingset/playground area for kids is a safety hazard. My four year old granddaughter was swinging on her own (no help from others). and her head came within an inch of a large tree limb. I made her move to the other swing. Steps leading up to the platform next to the swing set are unstable. With nothing mowed and the play area somewhat unsafe, I would say it was not a good place for kids. The price for my room was published on the internet at 174.00, they charged me 195.00. I questioned that and she said 195.00 was the correct rate. I stayed on a Monday and Tuesday night. Good things: Staff was friendly and accessible Cabin was clean Pool was perfect (grass wasn't mowed to walk there though).…
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Date of stay: June 2021
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The owners were top notch. We lacked for nothing. The personal cozy touches everywhere showed their thoughtfulness.. Loved the trail and was well marked--did early one morning in 28 degrees! we had no idea a continental breakfast was included-and wait until . A great place with caring owners you see the huge kitchen wonderfully appointed
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Date of stay: January 2021
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So beautiful and comfortable! It took a little bit to figure out where we were as we arrived after dark and there were no lights, but we finally found it and the key to the cabin came with a flashlight which was very convenient. Plenty of parking in front of the cabin and it was nice and cozy. The beds were very comfortable with lots of blankets and the view was gorgeous. The shower is very small so taller/larger people be advised. I wish we could have spent more time there but we were on a time crunch (and also trying to stay ahead of a snow storm). Would definitely stay here again!
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Date of stay: December 2020Trip type: Traveled with family
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We are frequent visitors and on our latest stay we upgraded to the Spiny Star. What a delight! I wish my house was so relaxing and comfortable. Beautiful views. Secluded. Everything we could have wanted. Wonderful visit.
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Date of stay: August 2020Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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This was my third visit. The cabins are in excellent condition. There is a large lodge building where you can gather. For astronomy or just simple stargazing, it's tops. Although only 3 hours from Dallas, Austin, and San Antonio, the skies are between bortle one and two and a flat, wide and unobscured observing field adjoins most of the cabins. The hosts are gracious and generously sharing of their family's long term jewel of a west texas ranch. The sunrises and sunsets are breathtaking, and the quiet is a refreshing change to the number and volume of auditory distractions that are part of our everyday lives. We stayed in Spiny Star, and it is sited so that you can have breakfast on the deck watching the morning sun but have a shaded dinner in the evening. Full kitchen, well equipped, roomy, clean, and nicely decorated. All and all, one of my favorite destinations.…
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Date of stay: August 2020
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We stayed at the Spiny Star cabin for a family vacation and had the whole place to ourselves! The Spiny Star is very close to the pool, which was nice. The pool is above ground with a deck, I think it is above ground due to the wildlife all around. It is a very nice pool, deck with table and chairs and lounge chairs as well. There are lights for nigh swimming also. The lodge is also a nice amenity with pool towels, a large dining table.
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Date of stay: July 2020Trip type: Traveled with family
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We stayed at the Spiny Star Cabin. It had a full kitchen and sleeps about 6 people. The outside porch was lovely and was equipped with a grill. The Live Oak Lodge was right in front, so we went there and played some lawn games as well. This is perfect for a weekend getaway. The Lodge was super easy to miss so keep an eye out for the sign. It was super quiet and peaceful and we could see all the stars at night. This place was 15-20 mins away from the Caverns of Sonora which was beautiful. The sweet lady i talked to over the phone Kristi was super helpful and very nice. She helped us with random questions to booking the places etc., Overall if you're looking for a nice disconnect from the busy city life - this was it. A couple of suggestions however: Trail maps need to be updated. Map shows 3-4 trails but only one of them is active. The hot/cold water buttons in the shower in Spiny Star Cabin was oppositely named. So if you wanted cold water you'd turn it to the hot water knob.…
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Date of stay: March 2020
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