Enjoy this wonderfully refurbished antique barn in silent "big-oak" woods on Home Away From Home's 30 acre horse ranch, yet just 5 minutes from Boerne, wineries, rivers, lakes & caves; 20 mins. to San Antonio & Six Flags. 1-3 bedrooms expandable to 5 Full country charm w/paintings, memorabilia, etc. + all modern conveniences: central air, wonderful beds, state of the art technology including high definition TVs, new appliances, etc. This is the perfect place to "get away from it all" and just relax in nature in your own "country home" nestled up to gorgeous woods; with fields of horses & deer as your front view; great for comfortable "outdoors dining" with garden furniture, brand new BBQ grill & covered open-air "French bistro" with charming wrought iron little tables & chairs, chandeliers (see pictures) & big spotlights in the trees for evening/night enjoyment, etc., just waiting for you with everything you will need, including full, newly refurbished kitchen with everything from dishes, etc., to wine glasses. And for a minor appropriate charge, we can custom-fit to fill all your vacation needs...even do the grocery shopping to stock it for you, or bring you breakfast in bed. Want chocolate covered strawberries or a birthday cake and card waiting for your loved one? No problem. Want designated drivers? You got em! Want to learn how to ride a Thoroughbred or Arabian horse, or take a romantic sunset trail-ride with horse-back champagne toast & amazing souvenir pictures? No extra charge for the champagne or pics... Vicky (owner/manager) is a pretty good photographer and loves to please folks. Even if you have never been on a horse, or are scared of them, we gotcha covered. Mikey (Vicky's husband & co-owner) hand-holds you through it all, ensuring a lovely experience. All the little animals here are super tame and friendly - imagine a petting zoo but with animals free-roaming (we are a certified wildlife preserve)... This quaint Old Farmhouse is super cozy enough for a couple's getaway, yet it also can be spacey enough for the entire family, sleeping from 2 to 20. How? - Lovely Queen Master #1 Bedroom downstairs is great for couples' love nest + Queen bedrooms #2 & #3 upstairs with great woods and country views + plenty of space in the reading alcove for 2-3 rollaway beds (we provide with full bedding) + 1 adult can comfortably sleep on the extra-plush couch (we provide sheets, pillows, etc) Want more beds? We can accommodate up to 20! For an additional charge, we can open up the attached apartment giving you up to 9 more sleeping, a total of 2 kitchens with all modern appliances, 2 living areas (this one has great leather recliners and an amazing big screen with surround sound...), + a lovely King bedroom + a bedroom with 2 Queen beds + pull-out Queen couch + 1 adult can comfortably sleep on the extra-plush couch (we provide sheets, pillows, etc) You will have access to the entire 30 acres of woods, domesticated/friendly farm animals, abundant wildlife, picnic tables, BBQ grills, fire pits, etc. A lovely little river-beach is 7 minutes away from your door-step, Boerne Lake is ready for your boats, kayaks, etc. 9 minutes away and the Guadalupe with ducks, geese, etc., is 10 minutes away. We provide safe, contactless check-in but are on site 24/7, to provide that extra layer of security. Besides accommodating late check-ins, we provide free concierge services. We can also give private Horseback Riding lessons & Trail Rides, private Animal Adventures, Guided Night Hikes, private Goat Yoga, Delicious “Private Chef” Meals , etc. (Reservation required; ask for details and prices/discounts) This Wildlife Preserve and Sanctuary is on private property uniquely situated in the middle of the Hill Country. Safely fenced all around and well guarded allow for evening/early morning hikes, camping and all types of outdoor enjoyment for the whole family, managed by the owners who cater to each of the guests There are many additional activities available including horseback riding & trail rides, Animal Adventures, Exotic Animal Adventures, Guided Night Hikes, yummy Dining, Massages & Goat Yoga, etc. (Reservation required). Endless fun things to do close to us, including; parks, lakes, rivers galore, and Six Flags! Boerne is known as the "Antique Capital of America", with a charming, quaint and old-timey Main Street you will find lots of interesting shops, great dining and retro ice cream parlors, in addition to breweries and wineries. Just off of Interstate 10 West at the intersection of Hwy. 46 At Home Away From Home Ranch, you never have to pay those high city hospitality taxes, as we are just far enough from Main Street to avoid these pesky taxes Only additional charge due before check in is 6% mandatory county hotel tax No cleaning fees as long as House Rules are respected (leave it like you found it). Otherwise, if you wish, just do nothing and we can clean it all for you. The cleanup fee ($100.00 ) will be charged from your security deposit. Pets are very much welcome! Pet fees $50.00 per pet. We have horseback riding available on site prices vary depending the amount of people that ride and the amount of time.