Relax in a country setting that is only half an hour away from the city. This cottage is a complete getaway for a couple or small family. Front and back decks offer morning sun rise and evening sunset views. Watch the alpacas graze nearby, enjoy cooking in your own kitchen or use the grill just steps away from the cabin, take leisurely walks through the farm. The space The Cottage has an open floor plan with a vaulted ceiling and a King size bed that sits in an alcove rather than a separate bedroom and gives the cottage a large and open feeling. It is a free standing structure within an area of the ranch that includes several structures. It is one is three cottages that sit parallel to the main building. The bathroom is spacious and clean and includes fresh towels, hair dryer, toilet paper and a set of toiletries (shampoo, soap, lotion). The kitchen is well appointed. Dishes, pots/pans, utensils, also BBQ utensils! Apartment size range and refrigerator, microwave, toaster, K-cup style coffee maker are in each cottage. Check out our other listings on Airbnb. Couple’s cute cottage retreat on alpaca ranch and Cozy country cottage on alpaca farm. Guest access Please read through this description before inquiring or requesting stays on the farm. The farm is located 45 miles Northwest of the city of Corpus Christi. It is rural and country side and is located across the road from lakeside to Lake Corpus Christi near Mathis, TX. It is a working farm and guest will be exposed to actual farm life and all that come with it. While we welcome families, the farm lifestyle may not be agreeable to some children. Extreme supervision is required of parents. Guests are allowed access to most of the areas of the ranch. However, guests are not allowed inside any enclosure, paddock or pasture when animals are present. The Shop is open from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sundays and Mondays by appointment. Guest should be aware that in addition to Livestock Guardian Dogs as part of the security for the farm, security camera are installed on the main building and are in use 24/7. The cams are specifically trained on animal paddocks, shelters and nearby pastures, the main entrance to the farm and parking areas near animal shelters. Guests should always wear appropriate clothing and shoes while at the ranch. Roads and driveways are gravel, and are uneven. At night it can be very dark and the uneven roads and walkways can be hard to navigate without a flashlight. Sturdy shoes are a must! During summer we recommend sunscreen and if it’s been rainy, mosquito spray is helpful. Please be aware that the farm is in a rural/country area and wild life is abundant! You may see rabbits, squirrels, foxes, field mice and moles, skunks, raccoons, deer. Occasionally wild pigs and javelina have wandered through the farm. Also be alert for coyotes and Bobcat. While rare, cougar are spotted occasionally. Also be very aware that snakes, spiders and scorpions also live on the farm. Not all snakes are poisonous but you should treat them all as though they are! Tell the owner of any encounter you have with any wildlife on the property. Our LGDs (Livestock Guardian Dogs) alert us as well as let predatory animals know they are working and keep the farm safe by barking and/or howling. Their noise is a part of the farm as much as the crowing of the roosters. Other things to note While we do not have direct access to the lake, we are just minutes away from the State Park, which has excellent facilities; 2 boat launches, new lighted fishing pier, excellent picnic and camping areas, hiking trails, swimming areas, kayak rentals. We do not allow pets in this cabin. Please inquire about cabin #3 (Only Small Breed dogs up to 15#). Guests should be comfortable around large dogs. Our Livestock Guardian Dogs have access to the entire farm 24/7. Barking is a part of their job and this can be anytime day or night. If it becomes too much of a disturbance guests should let us know ASAP so that alternative arrangements can be implemented. Please take time to read through the entire listing, including the Health & Safety Section, and House Rules before you book. If you have any questions or concerns click on Contact Owner link. When you book this listing you attest that you have read and agree with all the information listed