Beautiful Texas Hill country, amazing views, and farm living

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

TV, fireplace, DVD player, video library

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Parking available

Breakfast available

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Pet-friendly

Explore the area

Florence, TX

Killeen Civic and Conference Center
28 min drive
Killeen Mall
32 min drive
Kalahari Indoor Water Park
41 min drive
Temple, TX (TPL-Draughon-Miller Central Texas Regional)
48 min drive

Room options

Similar properties

Air conditioning

Parking available

Microwave

Kitchen

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

About this property

Set on 10 acres of of oak tree peppered hilltop over looking the the Vineyards of Florence. A well stocked 3 BR 2 BA mobile home with all the amenities . Featuring a master bedroom with a XL custom walk in shower . Spacious comfortable living room, uniquely designed additional 2 bedrooms, fully stocked kitchen featuring granite countertops .. BBQ, smoker , fire pit outdoor seating under a giant 400 yr old oak tree.
Enjoy the vibe outdoor visiting our friendly farm animals including; horses , Texas Longhorns, chickens and peacocks and loving farm dog.

Walk to the Vinyard of Florence with tasing room and restaurant. Also close drive to Sun City and the Texas Trooper training facility. Numerous grocery stores and restaurants withiin miles .
45 min from Austin and Waco, 20 min to Kileen (Fort Hood) and Beautiful Georgetown and Salado.

Some of the great attractions in the area are , Inner-space Caverns , historic Georgetown square, trail rides , hike and bike trails , Blue Hole swimming area, Round Rock Express baseball, Lake Georgetown, Chip and Joanne’s Magnolia Farms, Salado antique shopping and much more .

Thursday through Sunday guests we highly recommend Farmers Commons restaurant within walking distance for upscale dining experience. Reservation recommended.

This farm stay features a water park and breakfast (surcharge).

Breakfast is offered for a fee
Splash around at the water park
14.9 miles (24 km) from Stillhouse Hollow Lake and 15.5 miles (24.9 km) from Legacy Hills Golf Club

Beautiful Texas Hill country, amazing views, and farm living offers its guests a water park. Beautiful Texas Hill country, amazing views, and farm living also features barbecue grills and a garden.

This Florence farm stay is smoke free.

Property manager

William Kohanek

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: WiFi
Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transport

Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

Breakfast available for a fee

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture

Spa

Massage

Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

DVD player
TV

Food and drink

Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Kitchen
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster

Air conditioning
Dryer
Fireplace
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Living room

Policies

Check-in

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk hours vary at this property

Guests must contact the property for check-in information

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are welcome
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Leashes mandatory, $25 addl charge

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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 are allowed on site

Long-term renters welcome

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

The hours at this property's front desk vary. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property for check-in instructions. You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Beautiful Texas Hill country, amazing views, and farm living Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Debra J., Montgomery, Texas / USA

23 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Slice of Heaven

Highly recommend staying here!! It was beyond our expectations! Everything you need and more! Loved the longhorns, horses, peacocks, chickens, etc. Beautiful views and convenient to Vineyard where we attended a wedding!! We did not want to leave!! Thank you Bill for being the best host!!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirk T.

15 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Taste of Texas

Looking for a taste of Texas? Stop looking and book here NOW! All the space and amenities you could ask for. Great communication with Bill the host started before we even arrived. Pull up and watch your jaw drop. REAL Texas Longhorns, beautiful horses, gorgeous peacocks, free range chickens and a friendly lil cat with a meow you could probably hear from the road, to begin a great stay. The interior of the home was welcoming with it's decor and provided a comfortable stay. There is so much to offer with the property, we wish we could have stayed longer to enjoy it all. Quick access from the Highway and close to town for any goods you may need. Bill was overly gracious with our entire group. I highly recommend booking this property. I just hope it won't be at the same time as us because WE WILL be back!! Thank you again Bill for everything.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler B.

24 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing stay

This was such an amazing property, can’t be more thankful for it. Bill is awesome, we’ll definitely be coming back.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey V.

10 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful weekend retreat with friends

We had such a beautiful weekend. Bill was one of the best hosts I have had with a booking like this. He was so friendly and welcoming. We felt right at home. The property itself is wonderful and relaxing. We spent our nights on the porch listening to the wind chimes, chatting, and playing cards. We couldn’t have asked for anything better. The animals were a huge plus. Now I can say I have seen a peacock!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karin P.

14 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay!

Bill was a great host! He has a wonderful place. If you want to stay outside of the city I highly recommend his place! We had a wonderful stay and hope to return soon!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

todd h.

25 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great county trip

Very good visit to the ranch

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

11 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

We had a wonderful stay, there aren't enough superlatives

I highly recommend this property! Country Chime ranch house could easily be a "destination" in itself. We were there for the eclipse but we would have been happy just hanging out at the house for our whole visit. The rural setting was relaxing, the animals were entertaining (seriously, even the steers were interesting to watch as they grazed), and the house was comfortable, clean, and impeccably maintained. The A/C kept the house at a cool, comfortable temperature. The host provided a basket of snacks (we treated ourselves to some microwave popcorn), some commonly-forgotten items in the bathroom (Band-aids, mouthwash, a brand-new-in-package toothbrush, and much more), and some coffee in the kitchen for the drip coffeemaker. He even left delicious fresh eggs from the resident chickens in the fridge for us. I met Bill briefly one morning as he was doing chores for the animals and we had a really nice conversation. Oh, and since I mentioned the rural setting, I'll also mention that you might worry about not having access to food or groceries, but the nearby tiny town of Florence had a great little coffee shop, grocery store, and even a donut shop - so you don't *have* to eat all your meals at the house, although you'll probably want to. It was really hard to leave. Sitting on the deck with the friendly cat, listening to the tinkling of the chimes, and rocking in one of the chairs while feeling the spring breeze was the pinnacle of the trip - well, except for the eclipse.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

dawn m.

5 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome stay!

My family and I had a wonderful stay at Bill’s property! We were in town for a wedding at the vineyard. House was clean and nicely decorated! All amenities were provided! Plenty of linens provided too! The farm animals were the special added touch we didn’t know we needed! We will have to come back again as we didn’t spend enough time enjoying it! Thanks Bill!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana M.

8 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

Wonderful service, very clean and cozy house, I felt like home. I truly recommend this property!

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

30 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

“Country Chime” was charming

Our stay at country chime was amazing! We loved being out of the “big city” and we really enjoyed being on the ranch with the beautiful views, Longhorn steer, peacocks and chickens. It was a Texas stay like no other. Our host and ranch hand were so nice and accommodating, giving us farm fresh eggs and helping us set up the fire pit in the evening. The near by winery and restaurant were an added special treat. It was exactly what we were hoping for on our first trip to Texas!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amberlee S.

28 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

We literally couldn’t ask for more. Was just like walking into our own home. We arrived super late at night because of flights and Bill had the home all lit up for us. The animals were absolutely amazing. My kiddos loved it as well. The best part….the showers!! Holy moly! Best VRBO we have ever stayed in. We will be back next fall!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

24 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Country living

We enjoyed our stay here at Billy guest house. My kiddos loved seeing and interacting with the animals especially the horses and peacocks. Hanging out on the patio. Quiet neighborhood. We will definitely reserve again. Thank you so much for having us!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Isabel T.

21 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Experience

We came for a wedding and selected this home because we needed accommodations that were dog friendly. We were not prepared to just fall in love with this place! The owner, Bill,is amazing and friendly and also ready to assist with anything you need. The animals were wonderful to interact with or look at. The view is spectacular. The home was so comfortable and a great escape from the heat. We really enjoyed everything about this place.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn R., Sweetwater, Tx

15 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Granddaughter's Birthday

The location of this property was great for us and we enjoyed being out of the city and away from the traffic. The outdoor spaces are so inviting and even in the central Texas heat, the oak trees were lovely shade. Would recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine M.

12 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Time

We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and will definitely be back. Bill was a great host and made sure we had everything we needed and then some. Even the fresh eggs he had for us were delicious. We loved interacting and feeding the animals. Very spacious house and we enjoyed sitting out on the deck looking at the scenery and playing games. Very comfortable beds and great showers. Thank you Bill

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tonya W.

15 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous!!

This is an amazing peaceful stay. Bill is great host. Lots of little touches. The animals were amazing. I will definitely go again! Thank you Bill!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon K.

9 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Country Chime is charming!!

Country chime is a wonderful choice if you are looking to get away for some quiet time. We chose this rental because it was very close to Florence at the Vineyard where we were attending a wedding. It is almost literally around the corner from it. It is a mobile home, but it definitely did not feel like that and the owner, Bill, made every effort to make us feel right at home. He kept great communication with us, provided a welcome basket with wine, and even the bathroom had a basket that contained any of the things that we might’ve forgotten for our trip Including a hairbrush and shaving cream. My granddaughter and daughter-in-law adored the animals that Bill has on his farm there. There were so many opportunities to take pictures of the various animals there, including some peacocks, two horses, and a couple of longhorn steer. Million dollars , there is a lovely porch with rocking chairs and mini chimes. We were able to watch a very impressive lightning storm from there today . Also, Bill left us about a dozen eggs from his chickens that he has there on the farm. My daughter-in-law has made my son promise that they will get to come back here very soon!❤️

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven N.

23 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful place to stay

Host was very friendly and accommodating. The location is very peaceful with great view.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thresa C.

6 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfectly Peaceful

What an amazing experience staying here! No detail left behind, to include stocked kitchen, indoor doggie bed, and farm fresh eggs provided! Bill is a genuine guy and amazing host. The menagerie of animals, on the property, was incredible and made for a bonus experience. Wonderful place to stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl D.

19 Feb 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyed the peace and quite. Loved the farm animals.

This location was good for us. Yard for the dog. Peaceful. Had everything we needed.

Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

7 Feb 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

We had a great time!

We stayed the night for a wedding at the vineyard. Perfect, convenient location. My 1 year old daughter had so much fun walking around looking at the peacocks and horses. The house was cozy but plenty of space for my family and dog.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yann S.

28 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet, well-equipped, with entertaining friendly animals

I stayed with my friends and their baby. We were able to cook and walk around to look at the animals.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey J.

10 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Magical Country Experience

This was our second stay at this beautiful property, and we plan to return! The house is immaculate with everything you could possibly need for cooking and more! The animals are friendly and wonderful and kids and adults alike loved feeding them and marveling at their beauty & antics. Bill is the greatest.host.ever., and we are so thankful to him for such perfect family time! (Added bonus: Mom & Dad were able to sneak over to the nearby winery for a fabulous, farm-to-table dinner!) Wins all the way around!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022