[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Ranch Retreat | Lodge + Casitas, Trails & View Lakefront vacation home with private pool and kitchen ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103650000/103641600/103641580/4352d7a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103650000/103641600/103641580/14a81b28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Game room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103650000/103641600/103641580/d521d428.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, foosball, table tennis](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103650000/103641600/103641580/3c4d1bd1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103650000/103641600/103641580/f2a24205.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Pine Cone Ranch offers a picturesque backdrop for your special day with multiple ceremony locations and an expansive Party Barn. With 11,000 sq ft Main Lodge featuring 8 bedrooms, plus three detached Guest Cottages and additional overflow options on Lake Athens. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 15 bedrooms21 bathroomsSleeps 4011000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Pool - Washer - Barbecue grill - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Ranch Retreat | Lodge + Casitas, Trails & View Escape to Pine Cone Ranch, a 320-acre private estate just outside Dallas, where natural beauty meets refined Texas charm. With an 11,000 sq. ft. Main Lodge, three guest cottages, and a tranquil 15-acre lake, the ranch offers unforgettable wedding settings from lakeside vows to ceremonies beneath the pines. Host up to 40 guests onsite, with additional lodging nearby. Perfect for destination weddings, corporate retreats, and family gatherings that call for something truly special. To ensure an exceptional guest experience, a signed rental agreement is required prior to arrival, along with the names and ages of all individuals occupying or visiting the property. Pets are considered on a case-by-case basis and must receive written approval in advance. Unapproved pets may affect your reservation and result in added charges for cleaning, damages, or house rule concerns. We appreciate your partnership in maintaining our elevated standards. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 15 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 21 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not 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. - Area rugs in public areas - Cobblestone flooring in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No elevator (single-level property) - Single level property - Stair-free path to entrance - Tile flooring in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital - On a lake ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Foosball table - Kayak - Table tennis - Tennis - Fishing nearby - Swimming 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 - Bed sheets changed on request - Garden - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 11,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101760000/101755600/101755586/31f82bde.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakefront Lodge | Pool, Theater & Autumn Views athens - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=101755586&PinnedHotelID=101755586&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106160000/106157200/106157158/88ca63fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ranch Cabin | Trails, Firepit & Fall Fishing Athens - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=106157158&PinnedHotelID=106157158&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55170000/55167700/55167667/ca81233d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Relax on the ISLAND! 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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 45 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C32.22170%2C-95.83557&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YTz0hrisP9Z5UvsEGbgezou_6Gs=) Athens, TX #### What's nearby - Athens Scuba Park - 5 min drive - 2.6 km - East Texas Arboretum - 5 min drive - 5.9 km - Henderson County Fairgrounds - 6 min drive - 6.6 km - Trinity Valley Community College - 6 min drive - 4.5 km - UT Health Athens - 10 min drive - 8.2 km #### Getting around - Tyler, TX (TYR-Pounds Regional) - 37 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive - ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬4 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive - ‪Whataburger - ‬20 min walk - ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ranch Retreat | Lodge + Casitas, Trails & View pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Ranch Retreat | Lodge + Casitas, Trails & View? > As of Oct 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ranch Retreat | Lodge + Casitas, Trails & View on Oct 13, 2025 start from CA $8,403.6, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Athens-Hotels-Endless-Outdoor-Amenities-Around-A-Large-Home-With-Beds-And-Baths-For-All.h103641580.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Ranch Retreat | Lodge + Casitas, Trails & View? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Ranch Retreat | Lodge + Casitas, Trails & View? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Ranch Retreat | Lodge + Casitas, Trails & View located? > This family-friendly Athens vacation home is located on a lake, within 2 mi (3 km) of Cinemark Athens Cinema 4 and Athens Scuba Park. Henderson County Historical Museum and Athens City Park are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Ranch Retreat | Lodge + Casitas, Trails & View Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### rachel r. Aug 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family wedding weekend This property did not disappoint. We had multiple age ranges from young to old and all were happy. Our teens had the time of their life paddle boarding and enjoying the water. The sunsets were amazing. We consider it as close to perfect you can get for a family get away. ##### rachel r. 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