****PLEASE NOTE: No fireworks of any kind are permitted on the property, due to the dry conditions in the area. Thank you.****

Everything's bigger in Texas, including this luxury Wimberley ranch, which offers an expansive enclosed yard with a private pool for family reunions or intimate weddings. You'll discover the true meaning of Southern hospitality in this secluded lodge boasting high-end furnishings and dog-friendly accommodations with a hint of western flair.

The lovely Texas rental is located in a quiet residential neighborhood less than six miles from Wimberley Square, Jacob's Well Natural Area – an artesian spring swimming hole with underwater caves – and the Blanco River. In town, shop at the Olde Towne Plaza, look for antiques and crafts at Wimberley Lions Market Days (open the first Saturday of each month), sample craft spirits at Cypress Creek Reserve, or watch an outdoor movie at The Corral Theatre.

Everything about this Texas getaway is impressive, from its over-sized leather couches to its handsome rock fireplace and the stainless-steel appliances in the gourmet kitchen. Guests will naturally gather around the warmth of a gas fire in the open living room and kitchen – after all, that's where the food and entertainment are!

Get snuggly watching a movie on the flatscreen cable TV, or choose a family-friendly DVD from the library. An Xbox 360 will keep the gamers in your family entertained! A CD player and high-end audio system throughout the home will keep you plugged in to your favorite country music, while WiFi will keep you connected to work if it beckons.

The gourmet kitchen is where the magic happens. Treat your guests to Tex-Mex brisket tacos, tortilla soup, or chili - just don't forget the queso dip! The enormous cooking space features high-end appliances including a gas range stove, kitchen island, and French-door refrigerator.

There's even a wine fridge to keep your large family or wedding group merry. Dinner seating is varied, including two chairs at the island, a casual bistro table with seating for four, or a formal dining room with seating for six. Central AC will keep the space cool even as you bring the heat in the kitchen.

This high-end Texas Hill Country rancher sleeps 13 visitors and their furry friends, as dogs are welcome with an additional nightly pet fee. The master bedroom has a king bed, attached office, and en suite bath with a jetted tub.

Outside, the sprawling front lawn offers a lovely place to set up chairs for an outdoor wedding or simply play fetch with the dogs. Sit on the porch and watch for birds, cattle, and other wildlife - herds of deer are known to pass through the property!

Guests of all ages will enjoy the large pool in the backyard which offers plenty of places to lay out in the warm Texas sun. The partially covered patio is more like a cabana offering a gas grill, flatscreen cable TV, miniature refrigerator, and unique wicker furniture.

Whether you're grilling traditional Texas barbecue for a wedding reception or celebrating the Fourth of July, this outdoor space will truly impress guests! By nightfall, roast s'mores around the fire pit and gaze at the stars. The night sky will truly open up as no residential or city lights are visible in the area.

The secluded woodland property provides some hiking and mountain biking paths for you to explore with Fido. In the garage you'll even find five mountain bikes with helmets available for use! Sway on the rope swings and flop in the swimming hole at Blue Hole Regional Park, or spend an afternoon on the mixed-use trails and sports courts.

Need a little adventure? Ride The Wimberley Zipline, the longest and highest course in the Lone Star State! When the adrenaline has worn off, plan a lazy Sunday drive along River Road but don't forget to stop off at Pioneer Town, which pays tribute to the state's Old West heritage!

The nearby Hill Country offers excursion options to the wine connoisseur to taste some of the locally produced wines from the many Wimberley, Texas wineries within a short drive from the ranch property. Or plan a meal at the famous Salt Lick BBQ in the original location in nearby Driftwood to sample some of the best BBQ in all of Texas!

Itching to experience more history? Learn to live like a ranch hand at Jack Glover's Cowboy Museum, then find your rhythm stopping and clapping along to a live concert at the Wimberley Bluegrass Jam. Day trips are best spent just 40 miles away in Austin where you'll find unique record stores, bars, music venues, restaurants, and quirky shopping districts.

This luxury Texas ranch is located in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, and offers phenomenal amenities for your special southern wedding or family reunion. If everything is truly bigger in Texas, you'll need to request off a few more vacation days!