Title: Warm & Welcoming Texas Stay / Straw Bale Charm / Private Lake / Sleeps 6 adults - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Warm & Welcoming Texas Stay / Straw Bale Charm / Private Lake / Sleeps 6 adults ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109420000/109415100/109415017/cd991825.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109420000/109415100/109415017/cf13be5a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109420000/109415100/109415017/c7cb90b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109420000/109415100/109415017/601e98dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109420000/109415100/109415017/a3f3bf34.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to this peaceful retreat in Bonham / Ravenna, where seclusion meets stylish comfort. Enjoy full kitchen amenities, relax on the deck with your favorite drink, and unwind with WiFi connectivity. Take advantage of ADA-friendly features and convenient access to surrounding lakes. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathrooms2700 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Warm & Welcoming Texas Stay / Straw Bale Charm / Private Lake / Sleeps 6 adults This unique straw bale home sleeps 6 adults and 2 children comfortably with 2 living areas, a fully equipped kitchen, and 2 full baths—including a step-free master shower. Enjoy peaceful outdoor spaces, a shady treed setting, and your own small private lake. Family- and dog-friendly! Consider this house your home away from home. The location allows for convenient access to surrounding lakes, wedding venues and historic downtown Bonham while offering a spacious, comfortable setting for families, couples or friends who want a secluded place to enjoy themselves. In addition to a king bed in each of the two bedrooms, one couch in the sunroom provides a queen size pull out sleeper sofa bed. There is plenty of space in the bedrooms if you prefer an air mattress for children. (Two twin air mattresses or a portable playpen are available upon advanced request) There is seating for 6 at the table and 3 at an island. A fully equipped kitchen with all the cooking essentials one might need. Fully stocked cabinets and drawers with silverware, plates, bowls and platters etc. for a set table. Some plastic and paper products are also provided. The kitchen / dining room are contained in one large space. A regular coffee pot and Keurig are located in the kitchen for your coffee needs. Starter coffee, creamer, and sugars / sweeteners are provided. Full size refrigerator, freezer and icemaker are located in the kitchen. Large deck faces our lake and has access from the driveway or through the sunroom. Lights are strung around the deck so you can enjoy an evening outside. If you prefer a dark night sky, we have a view for you. Additional outdoor seating space is located near the carport and grill and also a small seating area outside the master bathroom door. Internet is available. WiFi streaming on two TVs with Roku. Bring passwords for additional streaming. HDMI cables available for both TVS. Reading material and games are located on shelves in the dining area and in the sunroom. Plenty of parking for your boat if you have come to the area to enjoy one of the lakes. Ample area available to maneuver a truck and boat trailer. Lite fishing is allowed. Please catch and release. If you are traveling with a dog(s), we have a fenced in country dog yard for your use. Plenty of space to walk and exercise them. See pictures within listing. We believe we have a unique setting for those interested in getting away from it all. Our home has some accessibility features such as walk in shower, grab bars located near toilets and master shower. Rooms and common areas are easy to access due to no thresholds and wide entryways. We look forward to welcoming you to our place and hope you enjoy the peace and quiet. Check out the pictures of the listing to get a better idea of all the unique features and amenities of this spacious home. All are welcome. By booking, guests accept all risks associated with our setting including natural and created outdoor surfaces, stairs from the deck, nearby water features and any creatures / wildlife / nature one might encounter. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### 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 - Gravel flooring in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No elevator (single-level property) - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Stair-free path to entrance - Thin carpet in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital - Near a zoo ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Motor boating 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Composting - Double-glazed windows - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Unit size: 2,700 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 25 ### 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 ### Check-out instructions The host requires you complete the following before checking out: Start the dishwasher Remove personal items Turn off the lights and lock the doors Leave used beds unmade. Any linens, blankets or pillows used from the closets can be left on a couch or bed. Leave used towels hanging in a bathroom. Please do not leave on the furniture. Trash taken to outside trash cans that are located in the carport. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Relax and enjoy your stay! No smoking, vaping or e-cigarettes inside the home. Dispose of any trash associated with smoking in outside trash cans. Friendly well behaved dogs are welcome. When outside, dogs must be under your control. Off the furniture and in a crate if you leave the VRBO. No ground fires, fireworks or firearm discharging permitted. Children must be supervised. Thank you for loving our getaway as much as we do. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets Note from host: Contact host for variance in number of or weight. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Children must be supervised for their safety. ### 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 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=33.64255,-96.24318&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:_ujlEznljQ%3FQ%3FS%3FQ%3FS%40Q%40S%40Q%40S%40Q%40QBQ%40QBQBSBQBQBQBQDQDQBQDODQDQDOFQDOFOFQDOHQFMFOFOHOFOHMHOFMHMJMHOHMHKJMHKJMJKJMJKJKJKJILKJKLIJILIJILILGLILILELGLILENGLELELGNENELCNELCNELANCNCNALCNANANANALAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%40N%40N%40N%40L%40NBN%40NBLBN%40NDLBNDNBLDLDNFLDLDLFNDLHLFLDLHLHLFJHLHLHJHLHJJJJLHJJJJJJJLJJHLJJHLJJHLHNHLHLHLHNFLHNHNFNFNFNFNFNFPDNFNDPFNDPDPDNBPDPDPBPBPBPBPBRBP%40P%40PBP%40R%40P%40P%40R%40P%3FR%3FP%3FR%3FP%3FP%3FR%3FP%3FPARAPAPARARCPAPAPCPCPCRCPCPCPENERCPENEPEPGNENGPENGPGNGNGNGNGNINILGNINIJINILINIJKLIJKLILKJKJKJKJKLMHKJKHMJKHMHMHKHMFMHMFMFMFMHODMDMFMDODMDMDODODMBOBOBMBOBO%40OBM%3FOBO%40O%40M%3FO%3FO%40O%3FO%3FOAO%3FM%3FOAOAOCO%3FMCOAOCOCMCOCMCOEMEOEOEMEMEMGOEMEMIMGMGMGMIMGMIKIMIKIMKKIMKKIKMKKKKKKKKKMIMKKIMIKIOKMIOGKIOIOGMIOGOGOGOIOEOGQGOEQGOEOEQEQEOCQESEOCQCQCQCSCQCQAQCQAQASASAQAQAS%3FQ%3FQ%3FS%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=tMIi-GscXSReq9xWEo-Y657cn7U=) Ravenna, TX #### What's nearby - Fort Inglish Village - 18 min drive - 14.2 km - Sam Rayburn House Museum - 21 min drive - 17.5 km - Bonham State Park - 26 min drive - 20.4 km - Austin College - 36 min drive - 46.1 km - Lake Texoma - 51 min drive - 71.1 km #### Restaurants - ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min drive - ‪Whataburger - ‬14 min drive - ‪Los Amigos - ‬17 min drive - McDonald's - ‪Scooter's Coffee - ‬15 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Warm & Welcoming Texas Stay / Straw Bale Charm / Private Lake / Sleeps 6 adults pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). ### What time is check-in at Warm & Welcoming Texas Stay / Straw Bale Charm / Private Lake / Sleeps 6 adults? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Warm & Welcoming Texas Stay / Straw Bale Charm / Private Lake / Sleeps 6 adults? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Warm & Welcoming Texas Stay / Straw Bale Charm / Private Lake / Sleeps 6 adults located? > Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Lake Bonham, Red River, and Sam Rayburn Library and Museum. Fort Inglish Village and Legacy Ridge Country Club are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Warm & Welcoming Texas Stay / Straw Bale Charm / Private Lake / Sleeps 6 adults 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 5 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alice C. Apr 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous in Fannin county TX Candy Acres is wonderful! Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a beautiful, peaceful and comfortable place to stay near Ravenna, TX. ##### Alice C. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lora B. Dec 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful property The property was beautiful and spacious. Great for hanging out and enjoying time with the family. ##### Lora B. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stacie S. Nov 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Feels like home We absolutely loved the place. The house was amazing. It felt like home. Everything we needed was there and the hosts were very accommodating. I highly recommend this lovely place. ##### Stacie S. 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