Title: As Seen on HGTV l Events Welcome l 18-Acre Ranch - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # As Seen on HGTV l Events Welcome l 18-Acre Ranch Vacation home in Van Alstyne with kitchen and patio ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106620000/106612600/106612501/11df728a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106620000/106612600/106612501/333d42eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Children's area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106620000/106612600/106612501/9b3f0677.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106620000/106612600/106612501/56f0a01b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106620000/106612600/106612501/2eaf0bdd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to The Bowen, a serene ranch retreat in the Texas countryside. With two houses offering over 4,000 sq ft of living space, this property is perfect for families and groups seeking an elegant getaway. Enjoy ambient lighting on the large patios or gather around one of two outdoor fire pits with wood provided. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 7 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 224107 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Gym - Fireplace - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Kitchen ## 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. ### As Seen on HGTV l Events Welcome l 18-Acre Ranch 68.8 miles to AT&T Stadium - Home to the World Cup! AS SEEN ON HGTV! Escape to The Bowen, a sprawling ranch retreat just 23 minutes from McKinney. This 18-acre gated property offers two houses with approximately 4,000 sq ft of indoor living space, perfect for families and groups seeking a serene getaway in the Texas countryside. The Bowen is ideal for weddings, birthday parties, and corporate retreats. Contact us to plan your special event in this rustic yet elegant setting amidst the natural beauty of our ranch. Entire property accommodates up to 22 overnight guests \- Main House: 4 bedrooms, 4 baths \- Barndominion: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths \- The Venue barn: 2 half baths, kitchenette with two large fridges, tables, white wedding chairs, and romantic lighting. We have an event fee of $1500 for up to 60 guests which includes all of the above, please let us know if we can help host your special event. Outdoor Spaces \- Large patios with ambient lighting \- Two outdoor fire pits (wood provided) \- Pickleball court \- Large firewood grill for BBQ \- Ample areas for entertainment and events \- Foosball \- Ping pong table See more of our property here: https://www.theboweneventvenue.com/ ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchen island - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 7 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet 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 - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No elevator - Single level property - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Foosball table - Gym - Outdoor pickleball court - Table tennis - Basketball 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 - Garden - Unit size: 4,107 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100450000/100449400/100449319/723e49e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious Anna Getaway w/ Pool Near Dtwn McKinney! 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NO: firearms, climbing trees, dogs in the Barndominium, fireworks, candles, cigarette butts. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total pets Note from host: No dogs in the Barndominium or near our animals ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings Event fee of $1500 ### 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 60 Note from host: Event fee of $1500 Long-term renters welcome 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 and a first aid kit 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=33.440865,-96.52937&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:ohckEpkdlQ%3FQ%3FS%40Q%3FQ%40S%40Q%3FQ%40SBQ%40S%40QBQBQBQ%40QBSDOBQDQBQDQDQDODQDOFQDQFODOFOFOHOFOFOFOHMHOFOHKHOHMHMJMHMJKHMJKJMJKJKJMJIJKJILKJILILKJGLKLGLGLIJGNGLGLGLENGLELENELENELCNCNELCNALCNCNANCN%3FLANANAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%40N%40N%40N%3FLBN%40NBLBN%40NBLDNBNBLDLDNDLDNDLFLDLFNFLFLFLHJFLHLHLFJJLHJHLJJHLJJHHLJJLJHLJJHLJJHLJLHLHLHNHJHNFNHLFNFNHNFNFNFNDPFLFPDPDNDPFPBNDPDPBPDPBNBRBPBP%40PBP%40PBR%40P%40R%40P%3FP%40R%40P%3FP%3FR%3FP%3FP%3FR%3FPARAR%3FPAPAPAPCRAPCPARCPCPCPCNERCPENEPCPGPENEPEPGNGNENGPGNGNINGNGLINGNILILINILIJKNIJKLILKJILMJKJIJKHMLKHMHKJMHKHMHMFMJKFMFMHMFODMFMFMDODMFODMBMDODOBMBOBOBMBO%40OBM%40O%40O%40O%3FO%40O%40M%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAOAO%3FMAOAOAOCOAMCOCMCOCOCMEOEMCOEMEMGOEMGMGMEOGKIMGMGMIMIKIMIMIKKMIKIKMKIKKKKKKKMKKIMKKIMKOIKIMIOIMGMIOIOGMGOGOIOGOGQEMGQEOGQEQEOEQEQEOCQEQCSEOCQAQCQCSCQAQASCQAQ%3FQAQAS%3FSAQ%3FS%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=THYUeTU75G17tGe2Z83X1tEzv48=) Van Alstyne, TX #### What's nearby - Collin County Courthouse - 21 min drive - 31.9 km - Collin College - 22 min drive - 34.9 km - Austin College - 24 min drive - 40.8 km - Allen Premium Outlets - 28 min drive - 46.6 km - Allen Event Center - 29 min drive - 47.4 km #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive - ‪Grace Place - ‬15 min drive - ‪Jack in the Box - ‬8 min drive - ‪El Patio Escondido Mexican Restaurant - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Railyard Taproom - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is As Seen on HGTV l Events Welcome l 18-Acre Ranch pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at As Seen on HGTV l Events Welcome l 18-Acre Ranch? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at As Seen on HGTV l Events Welcome l 18-Acre Ranch? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is As Seen on HGTV l Events Welcome l 18-Acre Ranch located? > Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within 25 mi (40 km) of Collin County Courthouse, Collin College, and Eden Hill Farm & Vineyard. Collin County History Museum and McKinney Repertory Theatre are also within 25 mi (40 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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