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# A luxury hunting lodge

Villa in Merkel with kitchen and balcony

![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32840000/32831200/32831109/3cec8376.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit)

![5 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32840000/32831200/32831109/w640h480x0y328-639d3e9e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32840000/32831200/32831109/d0c61484.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32840000/32831200/32831109/236bc6db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![TV, fireplace, DVD player, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32840000/32831200/32831109/08acc6a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

-   Overview
-   Amenities
-   Policies
-   Location

Perched atop Buzzard Peak, Buzzard Peak Lodge offers a tranquil retreat with 5 covered patios and two uncovered patios, perfect for taking in the scenic views of the Texas Hill Country. With luxurious amenities like central heat and air, a large kitchen with double oven and island glass cooktop, this lodge provides comfort amidst nature's splendor.

9.8

Exceptional

### Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 204500 sq ft

## Popular amenities

-   Dryer
    
-   Parking available
    
-   Washer
    
-   Gym
    
-   Fireplace
    
-   Kitchen
    

## Add dates for prices

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## About this property

### Entire place

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

### A luxury hunting lodge

Colonial style brick home used as hunting lodge, bed & breakfast & venue for wedding, family reunions & corperate retreats. Lodge has 4500 square feet of living space as well as 5 covered patios & two uncovered patios, three car garage & more. Lodge is complete with all the luxuries such as two dining areas, large kitchen with double oven & island glass cooktop, central heat & air, 5 bedrooms & 4 bathrooms. Located in a beautiful remote area but only 15 miles south of Merkel Tx & Interstate 20. The lodge sits atop Buzzard Peak on 1327 acres of oaks & the deep canyons of the northwest part of the Edwards Plateau commonly refered to as the Texas Hill Country. Property has numerous White-tailed deer, wild Turkey & various other native wildlife & offers both deer hunting & African Safari style hunting of over 12 species of exotics from Africa, India, Asia & New Zealand. So reserve your spot to relax in luxury while experiencing some of the most beautiful scenery in Texas.

## Property amenities

### Internet

-   Available in the villa: Free WiFi
    

### Parking and transportation

-   Limited onsite parking (max 3 spaces)
    
-   Onsite parking options include a garage
    

### Kitchen

-   Coffee/tea maker
    
-   Cookware, dishware, and utensils
    
-   Dishwasher
    
-   Electric kettle
    
-   Kitchen island
    
-   Microwave
    
-   Oven
    
-   Paper towels
    
-   Refrigerator
    
-   Spices
    
-   Stovetop
    
-   Toaster
    

### Dining

-   Dining table
    

### Bedrooms

-   5 bedrooms
    
-   Bedsheets provided
    

### Bathroom

-   3.5 bathrooms
    
-   Bathtub
    
-   Bathtub or shower
    
-   Hair dryer
    
-   Shampoo
    
-   Shower
    
-   Soap
    
-   Toilet paper
    
-   Towels provided
    

### Living spaces

-   Dining table
    
-   Fireplace
    
-   Living room
    

### Entertainment

-   DVD player
    
-   TV
    

### Outdoor areas

-   Balcony
    
-   Barbecue grill
    
-   Firepit
    
-   Outdoor furniture
    

### Laundry

-   Laundry facilities
    
-   Washing machine
    

### Work spaces

-   Desk
    
-   Desk chair
    
-   Office
    

### Comfort

-   Air conditioning
    
-   Heating
    

### Pets

-   No pets allowed
    

### Suitability/Accessibility

-   Smoking not allowed
    
-   Note from host: Smoking is allowed on outdoor patios
    

### Location highlights

-   In a rural location
    
-   In the mountains
    

### Things to do

-   Gym
    

### 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
    
-   Fire extinguisher
    

### General

-   Unit size: 4,500 square feet
    

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 25

### Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

### Special check-in instructions

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

### Rules

Hiking is allowed except during deer season. This is a hunting ranch & cameras are at feeders & trails so get directions before venturing out.

We keep our minimum price low for couples & etc. so if extra bedrooms & or beds are used then a $35/night per extra guest charge will be added.

### Pets

Pets not allowed

Note from host: One small-medium size dog

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: Large stairway so children should be supervised

### Events

No events allowed

### Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking is allowed on outdoor patios

## 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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

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

Luxurious Hunting Lodge Merkel

Luxurious Hunting Merkel

Luxurious Hunting

Luxurious Hunting Lodge Villa

Luxurious Hunting Lodge Merkel

Luxurious Hunting Lodge Villa Merkel

## About the area

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Merkel, TX

#### What's nearby

-   Buffalo Gap Historic Village - 53 min drive - 37.4 km
    
-   Dyess Air Force Base - 56 min drive - 48.2 km
    
-   Mall of Abilene - 57 min drive - 52.6 km
    
-   Hardin Simmons University - 59 min drive - 53.0 km
    
-   McMurry University - 61 min drive - 54.4 km
    

#### Getting around

-   Abilene, TX (ABI-Abilene Regional) - 60 min drive
    

#### Restaurants

-   ‪Coronado's Camp Store and Grill - ‬24 min drive
    
-   ‪Texas Bar W - ‬23 min drive
    

## Frequently asked questions

### Is A luxury hunting lodge pet-friendly?

> No, pets are not allowed at this property.

### What time is check-in at A luxury hunting lodge ?

> Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

### What time is check-out at A luxury hunting lodge ?

> Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

### Where is A luxury hunting lodge located?

> Situated in the mountains, this villa is 14.2 mi (22.9 km) from Abilene State Park and within 32 mi (52 km) of Buffalo Gap Historic Village and Big Country Race Way. National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature and Dyess Air Force Base are also within 32 mi (52 km).

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