FarmHouse Guest Suite: Spiritual Rtrt/Cntry Resort

READ LONG DESCRIPTION under “YOUR PROPERTY” w/HOUSE RULES + ANSWER Pre-Book QUESTIONS BEFORE BOOKING! SUITE is offered for 1-NIGHT STAYS ONLY! [EXCEPT LRG CABIN GRPS]. Queen/Full + SCREEN Porch. Need an extra bed? Check out our “FRANCES ELIZABETH” Room! [https://airbnb.com/h/thefranceselizabeth] SUITE is located at RAPHA’S REST Spiritual Retreat, a PLACE OF PRESENCE ... 42 wooded acres to hike, explore & spend time w/Papa-God. PERFECT rest-stop on your journey to find REST & RESTORATION! The space WELCOME TO RAPHA’s REST RETREAT!! [Read entire LISTING DESCRIPTION & HOUSE RULES BEFORE BOOKING!] Our beautiful FARMHOUSE GUEST SUITE is offered for 1-NIGHT STAYS ONLY, has 2BR + seasonal Sleeping Porch & is located at RAPHA’S REST Spiritual Retreat ... a PLACE OF PRESENCE ... surrounded by 42 wooded acres w/trails to hike, explore & spend time w/Papa-God. Before describing this DESTINATION RETREAT, please note we are only set up for very specific sojourners & may not be the best place for you ... send QUESTIONS @ HOUSE RULES BEFORE BOOKING. For example, NO PETS, NO ALCOHOL or TOBACCO (incl. vaping) for liability reasons. REQUESTS & INSTANT BOOKING: If Pre-Book QUESTIONS REQUIRED have not been answered, you will have until the noon or the end of the day (whichever is sooner) to provide information, OR we will DECLINE or CANCEL your RESERVATION. 3rd PARTY BOOKINGS: If you wish to “scholarship” a weekend as a gift (ie. pastor appreciation), we can usually accommodate! However, if you wish to book for different party (ie. business trip), we are not the place. We take guest safety VERY seriously. For that reason we DO NOT accept 3rd Party bookings without prior authorization. ALL of our other guests deserve to trust that each guest has been properly vetted. ENGLISH: Guests must be able to speak ENGLISH for the SAFETY of all. We are an interactive property & best experienced with all amenities & boundaries clearly understood. IF THESE PARAMETERS ARE NOT AN ISSUE, PLEASE READ ON... This retreat at RAPHA’s REST is remotely located in the piney woods of East Texas. With a location only 1-2 hours from Louisiana, Tyler, and Dallas/Fort Worth, Rapha’s Rest is a great space to congregate for small family reunions or ministry groups! 3 Cozy Rooms (Single nights) & 5 Cabins on 42 acres were created for sojourners seeking healing REST & RESTORATION to hike, explore, & spend time w/Papa-God. Play w/the goats, read a book, relax in the hot tub, roast marshmallows, enjoy seasonal show of bats dancing at sunset ... PERFECT REST-STOP on your continued journey! As part of the owner’s house, this FARMHOUSE GUEST SUITE has 2BR + a bonus seasonal screened Sleeping Porch. FOOD is NOT ALLOWED in the bedrooms, but there are multiple eating spots outside on the property if you wish to bring a cooler with drinks/snacks or breakfast. You have access to a private small refrigerator & microwave. Perfect for a family of 3-4 or 2 couples! FARMHOUSE GUEST SUITE INCLUDES... ROOM 1: BEDROOM offers a 4-post Queen-size bed with TEMPURPEDIC mattress. Enjoy a relaxing atmosphere decorated in a modern twist of a vintage Shabby-Chic style. Screened in porch accessible to guests for enjoying morning coffee, listening to pool waterfall. SUITE BATH: Within the Suite is a spa-like bathroom including a walk-in shower. ROOM 2: “THE LIBRARY” offers a FULL-SIZE Murphy Bed with plush memory foam mattress. A library of books & DVD’s is located here. When not in use for guest sleeping, this room makes a comfortable lounging spot for LATE NIGHT MOVIES. [NOTE: Room 2 is accessible by other guests utilizing the library during the day, but owners do their best to coordinate privacy for all.] ROOM 3: “THE SLEEPING PORCH” is a screened porch w/entrance into THE FARMHOUSE GUEST SUITE. This is the perfect spot to enjoy a cup of coffee or have your morning quiet time while listening to the soothing sounds of our pool waterfall outside. We don’t want food in the bedrooms, but there are multiple eating spots on the property if you wish to bring a cooler with drinks/snacks or breakfast to keep on the porch. You also have access to a private small refrigerator & microwave. The antique ‘futon’ folds out into a double bed (+$10 set up fee). This option for sleeping is obviously SEASONAL & WEATHER-DEPENDENT. Once in bedroom mode, a feather mattress and plush bedding is added for comfort. (Request bedding @ booking) Glamping at its finest! ** Need an extra bed? Ck out our “FRANCES ELIZABETH” Room … [https://airbnb.com/h/thefranceselizabeth] OR one of our 5 cozy cabins. FIRE-PIT: You will also find a fire-pit to enjoy late nights reminiscing or roasted smores and marshmallows on our Pool Deck. [Ask about a SMORES PKG $10] GRILL: We do have a gas grill for your use, however, since there is no kitchen amenities, we recommend to bring a cooler to keep any food refrigerated on the screened porch in your suite. There is a small frig and microwave on screened porch as well. SELF-SERVE COFFEE BAR: Included ... however, FARMHOUSE BREAKFAST offered by DONATION when hosts available. (Details below) PARKING: FREE / 2 VEHICLES. $15/stay for each additional vehicle. [DETAILS @ possible BOAT PARKING BELOW] … *CONFIRM BEFORE BOOKING* PROPERTY: In addition to 42 acres to explore & your own private deck, relax on large Retreat Center Pool Deck - also perfect for group gatherings when using multiple cabins. A hot tub & fire-pit is perfect for enjoying those cooler evenings. Multiple yard games including corn-hole, frisbee golf (1 basket), horseshoes, badminton, etc! Summer evenings can bring a bat show over the newly dug (future) pond. [ NOTE: You will notice multiple unfinished projects around the property! We're a work-in-progress, but it shouldn't keep you from having a good time!!] HIKING: There are 42 tree'd acres to hike, pray, & explore. You will need good shoes for exploring/walking, especially when wet. WORK-OUT ROOM: Complete with weights, a TreadClimber, and MASSAGE CHAIR!! BLUETOOTH your favorite relaxing tubes to the Chair. Just another layer of “Rest” for guests here at Rapha’s Rest!! BOOKSTORE/ MOVIES: We just opened our BOOKNOOK & VINTAGE COUNTRY STORE … books, gifts, snacks & farm-fresh eggs!! We want guests to be as free as possible from distractions, so we do not have cable in the cabins/rooms. However, we have a full LIBRARY of DVDs/ BOOKS FOR SALE for rainy & hot days! PRAYER CHAPEL: So excited to have our “CHAPEL IN THE WOODS” finally open - it’s been a labor of love!! Another quiet space to spend with Papa-God. POOL: Open 8am-10pm so BRING SWIM SUITS!! Kids love it but it was designed around adults: Pool features Waterfall, Hot Tub, & Tanning ledge. BEACH TOWELS provided in each Cabin, but you may want to bring a robe/flip flops for walking back to room or cabin. Pls be respectful of other guests. [SAFETY PARAMETERS FOR MINORS BELOW] NOTE: NO MUSIC PLEASE as guests have different tastes. If you would like to add MUSIC at the pool, please request Hosts to turn on SPEAKER for RAPHA’S REST RADIO (Coffee House Mix). THANK YOU!! YEAR-ROUND HOT TUB: (Attach’d to Pool) **IMPORTANT** DUE TO RISING COST OF PROPANE, use 1x FREE/Booking. Each additional use = $15 DONATION. [Once temperatures drop below 50 degrees, each use $15]. We ask that once you request heat on, you ARRIVE WITHIN 10 MINUTES of being ready - after that we have to cut it off. (We understand delays happen, but you may not be fond of cold showers if propane is depleted!) LATTES/ FRAPPES: Upon request with small DONATION when “Barista Cheryl” is avail. [formerly owned a Coffeehouse] FARMHOUSE BREAKFAST: Upon request with DONATION (Couple $30; Family $12ea /$8 under 8) when Randy & Cheryl are avail. REQUEST @ BOOKING. It may include any of the following ... farm-fresh eggs or egg casserole, our own coffee roast, juice, fruit, pancakes or sweet rolls/muffins, etc ... served inside Main House or outside, weather pending. NOTE: If you require a specific diet, this may not be the best option for you … many amazing Breakfast Eateries listed in our GUIDEBOOK! ** When available, a dozen farm fresh chicken eggs ($5), a doz. quail eggs ($3) or a S'more's Pkg ($10) for the firepit can be purchased. CHECK-IN/OUT: Important PROPERTY INSTRUCTIONS upon ARRIVAL … We may not work for you … SO PLEASE READ: — CHECK-IN: 3-7:00pm [FIRM] ** Plan +30min for traffic/detours! — CHECK-OUT: 12pm [FIRM] ** INSTRUCTIONS sent to cell# ** EARLY/LATE CHECK-IN/OUT: Up to 2-HOUR Early/Late Check-in/out for $25 Donation WHEN OWNERS AVAIL ($40/both) … INQUIRE @ BOOKING. NOTE: All DONATIONS go to HEALING HAND-UP MINISTRIES which oversees maintenance at Rapha’s Rest.] INTERNET: We encourage guests to get the full benefit of RAPHA’s REST by detaching from all devices. However, this SUITE & the POOL DECK does have internet available when needed - slow, but fine for a quick email check. We ask that you NOT upload/download/ or stream movies, games, etc. due to the LIMITED SPEED/ DATA. THANK YOU!! ANIMALS: Our property cannot accommodate PETS or EMOTIONAL SUPPORT ANIMALS. [Certified Service Dogs permitted with DOCUMENTATION]. However, we have a virtual zoo ... 2 VERY LARGE lovable dogs, 2 cats, small goats, multitude chickens/turkeys/quail, and 1 potbelly pig! BOATERS: We are only minutes from Lake Fork/Lake Quitman! We cannot guarantee BOAT PARKING, but we make every effort, depending on what all of our other guests’ needs are. If Overnight Battery CHARGING needed, there is a DONATION of $10/night required. BRING an extra long EXTENSION CORD. All Fish cleaned outside with remains sealed & placed in trash (not tossed on property). NOTE: We have only ONE CABIN that can handle 2 BOATS [Inquire BEFORE BOOKING]. VISITOR POLICY: It is not a surprise that guests occasionally want to share their Rapha’s Rest experience w/ a friend or family member. However, due to past experience, we have a strict Visitor Policy. We do occasionally make exceptions for our CABIN GUESTS for a $Donation, but NOT FOR ROOMS in the Main House. KID FRIENDLY? While the answer is YES, our RETREAT design is ADULT-ORIENTED. Ie. The pool was created with adult relaxation in mind - not a sports pool. Kids do enjoy it, however. We encourage exploring, playing with goats, etc, but there are many potential dangers. So … ALL MINORS under 18 must have an adult ONSITE. Swimming in POOL, an adult must be within eye-site. ALL CHILDREN under 13 must be accompanied around the 42-acre property by an adult or older sibling. This is for both for SAFETY & MEDICAL LIABILITY. The primary purpose of Rapha’s Rest is found in its name ... REST. If you choose to bring your children, we encourage you to come back again to receive all the “Rest & Restoration” that God has waiting to give in His Presence. FINAL WORD: One name for Jesus is Jehovah-Rapha which means "God our Healer". Rapha’s Rest was created as a healing PLACE OF PRESENCE ... a PERFECT rest-stop on your continued journey for healing REST & RESTORATION! Blessings, Randy & Cheryl Bland Guest access The county roads leading to our property are paved. Presently the quarter mile rock driveway from the gate through the property to the Main House is accessible for most vehicles. Our FARMHOUSE SUITE is easily accessible to all property amenities such as library, pool, hot tub and (future) pond. It has SEPARATE ACCESS through a screen porch & its own designated parking. PARKING: FREE / 2 VEHICLES. $10/each additional vehicle - NOTIFY US @ BOOKING. Once on the property, walking is the best way to access the 42 wooded acres. During your stay We are as accessible to guests as they would like, but we will NOT disturb your privacy once you are acclimated to the Suite & property. Randy & Cheryl are available 8am-10pm for questions or we are always available by text. NOTE: While we are not a B&B, we do offer a SELF-SERVE COFFEE BAR ... however, for a donation ($30/couple, Families $12/adult, $5 kids under 5), FARMHOUSE BREAKFAST offered when Owners are available. LATTES also available on for a small donation! PLEASE REQUEST UPON BOOKING. It may include farm-fresh eggs, orange juice, pancakes, bacon, sweet rolls, or other ... served inside the Main House or on the poolside deck. [Donations go to our nonprofit Healing Hand-Up Ministries] Our goal for all of our guests is REST & RESTORATION before you head out again on your journey. PS. We recommend you read the “About” section of our PROFILE to understand the vision for Rapha’s Rest & our guests. Other things to note UPGRADED AMENITIES & VISITOR APPROVAL GUIDELINES ** UPGRADED AMENITY OPTIONS by DONATION ** NOTE: Please read HOUSE RULES BEFORE BOOKING to keep communication lines open & insure we’re the best fit for your group. - EARLY/LATE CHECK-IN OPTION: Up to 3-Hour Early/Late Check-In/Out for $20 DONATION when available. [$30/Both] INQUIRE @ BOOKING. - LATTES/ ICED COFFEES: By DONATION when “Barista Cheryl” is avail. [formerly owned coffeehouse in Saint Jo, Texas]. - FARMHOUSE BREAKFAST avail. by DONATION (Couple $30; Family $12ea /$8 under 8) when Randy & Cheryl are avail. PLEASE REQUEST UPON BOOKING. It may include any of the following ... farm-fresh eggs casserole, our OWN COFFEE LINE, juice, pancakes, bacon, sweet rolls/muffins or other ... served inside the Main House or on the poolside deck. NOTE: If you require a specific diet, this may not be the best option for you … many amazing Breakfast Eateries listed in our GUIDEBOOK! - Additional use of HOT TUB beyond 1x/Booking or in temps under 50 degrees - $15 DONATION - When available, a dozen farm fresh chicken eggs ($5), a doz. quail eggs ($3) or a S'more's Pkg ($10) for the firepit can be purchased anytime. - BOATERS: We are only minutes from Lake Fork and Lake Quitman. We make every effort to park your boat. However, if you need to charge your battery, TEXAS HICKORY HIDEOUT CABIN is our ONLY CABIN for Overnight Battery Charging at a DONATION of $10/night. [All proceeds go to HEALING HAND-UP MINISTRIES which oversees maintenance at Rapha’s Rest.] ** GUESTS’ VISITOR POLICY ** It is not surprising that guests occasionally want to share their Rapha’s Rest experience with a friend or family member. Unfortunately, due to some previous bad experiences, we have had to become strict about non-reservation visitors to the property. Since we do not want to be in a position of deciding who is allowed and who is not, we now have a VISITOR POLICY which includes a DONATION +SIGNED AGREEMENT to Property/HOUSE RULES with RELEASE OF LIABILITY. TWO PRIMARY REASONS: 1) MULTIPLE REQUESTS. We have 5 cabins + 3 Rooms where at times multiple guests want to invite family/ friends. We have had issues with multiple Guest Visitor Requests. This can take away use of Amenities from paying guests, change our peaceful atmosphere, and increase property wear & maintenance. THEREFORE, it is NOT A GUARANTEE. 2) LIABILITY/SAFETY. We need to know who is on the property at all times. Since family/friends are not vetted, nor under the liability agreement of registered guests, this leaves both us & other guests vulnerable, especially if our GATE CODE is given out. CABIN VISITOR POLICY 1) All Visitors must be pre-approved through Randy or Cheryl Bland, and only approved when it is compatible with all guests booked on the Property. It is not an automatic privilege & we CANNOT GUARANTEE approval. INQUIRE @ BOOKING. 2) Please do not give out our GATE CODE. This is for the security of all. Please meet Guests at Front Entrance and have them follow you to your cabin. 3) All Visitors must agree to HOUSE RULES/ RELEASE of LIABILITY. Their Donation PAYMENT is surety and a pledge of Agreement to such. A written signature may also be provided upon arrival. 4) NO OVERNIGHT Visitors that were not in original Booking. 5) All visitors must be off Property by SUNDOWN. 6) DONATION PAYMENTS/ VISITOR/ DAY are as follows: - $10 DONATION… Less than 3 hours (ie. a meal/visiting) at your cabin area, NO AMENITIES (ie. pool, etc) LEAVE BY SUNSET - $20 DONATION… More than 3 hours, NO AMENITIES (ie. pool, etc) LEAVE BY SUNSET - $40 DONATION… More than 3 hours + AMENITIES (ie. Pool, etc.) LEAVE BY SUNSET [All proceeds go to HEALING HAND-UP MINISTRIES which oversees maintenance at Rapha’s Rest.] ** NOTE: If a DONATION does not work for your visitors, please remember, there are lovely Coffee Houses, Parks, and Restaurants within a 10 minute drive to meet your family/friend! CHECK OUT EXCURSIONS GUIDEBOOK for suggestions.