A luxury hunting lodge

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 20418 sq m

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill

Gym

Parking available

Washer

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Explore the area

Merkel, TX

Buffalo Gap Historic Village
45 min drive
Dyess Air Force Base
50 min drive
Mall of Abilene
51 min drive
Abilene, TX (ABI-Abilene Regional)
60 min drive

Room options

Similar properties

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

9 Dec - 10 Dec

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Colonial style brick home used as hunting lodge, bed & breakfast & venue for wedding, family reunions & corperate retreats. Lodge has 4500 square feet of living space as well as 5 covered patios & two uncovered patios, three car garage & more. Lodge is complete with all the luxuries such as two dining areas, large kitchen with double oven & island glass cooktop, central heat & air, 5 bedrooms & 4 bathrooms. Located in a beautiful remote area but only 15 miles south of Merkel Tx & Interstate 20. The lodge sits atop Buzzard Peak on 1327 acres of oaks & the deep canyons of the northwest part of the Edwards Plateau commonly refered to as the Texas Hill Country. Property has numerous White-tailed deer, wild Turkey & various other native wildlife & offers both deer hunting & African Safari style hunting of over 12 species of exotics from Africa, India, Asia & New Zealand. So reserve your spot to relax in luxury while experiencing some of the most beautiful scenery in Texas.

At this villa, you'll find features such as a gym. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the villa.

Air-conditioned villa with kitchen, washing machine and 3.5 bathrooms
Free WiFi
On-site recreation includes a gym
14.2 miles (22.9 km) from Abilene State Park and 20.8 miles (33.4 km) from Buffalo Gap Historic Village

As a guest of A luxury hunting lodge , you'll find a fitness centre and barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Merkel villa is smoke free.

Property manager

Jerry Wayne Beaird

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Limited on-site parking (max 3 spaces)
Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

Dining table
Fireplace
Living room

Entertainment

DVD player
TV

Outdoor areas

Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Outdoor furniture

Laundry

Washing machine

Work spaces

Desk
Desk chair
Office

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smoking is allowed on outdoor patios

Location highlights

In a rural location
In the mountains

Things to do

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher

General

Unit size: 4,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

No pets allowed
Note from host: One small-medium size dog

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Note from host: Large stairway so children should be supervised

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

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

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.

Property is also known as

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A luxury hunting lodge Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Donald H.

12 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick family vacation

My wife and our two children and their spouses and young children spent two nights. We loved the house. Lots of room for us. The location of the property was perfect for us. Remote enough so it’s away from town and quiet but close enough to Abilene to make a day trip. Very quiet and great for some morning and evening walks as well. We struggled a little to make meals because only 2 or the burners on the stove were working. Other than that it was a great stay and our family loved our time there.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda S.

10 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for family Christmas

This property worked perfectly for our family of 12 to spread out and celebrate Christmas. Large, well stocked kitchen and ample living room space. Even with 4 kiddos it was quiet. The property manager was helpful with all questions. Great experience!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gwen J.

18 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Family

Was a beautiful place to stay

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie L., Houston, TX

9 Feb 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Second stay

Another great stay at Jerry’s place for our extended family! Looking forward to next time.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

14 Nov 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

A Beautiful West TX Getaway

Well stocked, lovely home with plenty of room to gather with family/friends! The owner was attentive and quick to respond to all of my questions. The view was amazing!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sterling D.

4 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

A great getaway for outdoor lovers.

Staying at the game ranch was wonderful. It is the perfect place to get away from everything and still feel like you never left home. The lodge was almost as beautiful as the hill country overlook that could be seen from its numerous balconies. Star lovers will enjoy the breathtaking views of the night sky and limited light pollution. Outdoor lovers will be amazed by the types of terrain and animals that surround the house. Jerry was super attentive and made sure our stay was the best West Texas could give. I can't wait to come visit again!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Walter S., Denton TX USA

12 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

West TX

Great views, if you love being in the country, under the stars with mother nature, good choice. House in beautiful shape.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Heather K.

10 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Hunting Lodge

This was a great location, beautiful views. The house was absolutely beautiful. It needs a few updates (paint, baseboards, water faucets) but it did not detract from our stay.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janice R.

22 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Beyond Wonderful

Our group of 10, a mixture of adults, teenagers and children felt it could not have been more of a hit. The home is beautiful, every detail was taken care of, and we can't wait to come back. As we were leaving, Ben, a 7 year old asked if we could please stay 2 more weeks. He summed it up for all of us!! Thank you Jerry for providing sure an amazing adventure.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ramsey E.

20 Feb 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

A Beautiful ranch whose ranch house sits on a plateau with beautiful views.

The property is well stocked, clean and very spacious. Every person in our group has asked to return for next years trip which breaks a very long tradition of seeking out new places in Texas. Jerry did a great job of communicating and was very accommodating. This is a hidden gem in Texas that is a must visit.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

4 Jan 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to get away with your family

Family Christmas from young to old in our family loved this place. The owners were helpful and communicated with us any time we had questions. Would highly recommend if you want to take family away to spend time together.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lyndal G.

20 Dec 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas with the family

Great house! Awesome view and we enjoyed our stay. Would recommend to anyone with a large group.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leslie L., Houston, TX

3 Dec 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Great reunion spot

Our family of five met grandparents and an uncle here for an early Thanksgiving & hunting trip. The house was perfect for our needs. Spotless, all beds were very comfortable, plenty of room, kitchen well stocked plus the awesome views from the property. No steps on entry level & walk-in shower made it easy for the grandparents. Hope we’re lucky enough to return as it is a great place!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

steven w.

3 Dec 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Windmill House

Big nice house in the middle of nowhere.....great.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alison T.

27 Oct 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Family gathering adventure in west Texas

We had to come to west Texas for a funeral. We had 12 family members coming from all over the US and we wanted a place with plenty of room with comfortable beds and space to relax and eat. This place was definitely an adventure loved by all the family. It is at the top of a hill but we had no trouble getting up there with 4wheel drive. Jerry, our host, drove us in when we arrived to make sure we found it. There is a gate with a code. There are lots of animals, and there are cows up around the house at times. They didn’t come near us but there are cow patties. The house is very nice, all the basics are provided. One of the coolest experiences was all the windmills around the property, and the view is so great from up there. Windmills can be seen all over. Master suite is downstairs and all the remaining rooms are upstairs. Lots of space to relax indoors and out. Merkel has a good little grocery and couple places to eat. Abilene is not such a bad drive and a great place to visit. Jerry was very responsive and helpful. It was exactly what we all needed and so much better than a bunch of hotel rooms. Great stay! Thanks, Jerry!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

7 Jul 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Great View

We enjoyed our weekend at this beautiful house. Hope to get their some day. Jerry was great to work with.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tyler Y.

18 Jun 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

College Reunion

Went perfectly

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine L.

23 May 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Best VRBO ever

This was truly the most beautiful VRBO that we’ve ever rented. The house was out in the country on a safari ranch (we aren’t hunters) but it was off season so we just had peace and quiet. Jerry Wayne and his wife were so welcoming and even followed up with us to see how we had done in the dog show (reason for our visit). I can’t recommend this place enough.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Alana S., Texas

11 May 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property - remote location

The house is beautiful and immaculately clean. Clean, clean, clean. Very well furnished from comfortable beds to well stocked kitchen. Separate heat/air in the top floor bedrooms is a huge plus. Perfect space for group gatherings. Plenty of beds and bathrooms. Great for family reunion or group retreat. Good internet service despite remote location. The view is amazing! The property is huge. There are some walking trails. But, there are some things I must point out. This house is a solid 45 minutes from Abilene. Definitely a remote location and getting there is not easy with several turns on back country roads. The driveway is long and very steep. Could be treacherous in bad weather. Property manager does try to keep the road graded, but I would hate to be here after a rain storm or in icy conditions. Was happy to have 4WD even in dry weather. Only one bedroom is downstairs. Just keep that in mind if you have older folks in your group who hav issues climbing stairs. There are some repairs needed and manager was in the process of staging several of those when we checked out.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shelley T.

24 Mar 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Property

Views were amazing. Beautiful home. Enjoyed a 50th wedding celebration with family.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wintress O.

22 Mar 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Remote and Gorgeous

If you are looking for a place with some space and the ability to get away from people and "city life" this is it! Gorgeous house, LOTS of room. Jerry was so very nice and spent quite a bit of time with the kids telling them about the animals and the ranch. He was a super responsive host, and the place was exactly as described.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

William B.

3 Mar 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Spectacular Accomodations

The Windmill Game Ranch is an exceptional place to spend a weekend. The house is incredibly beautiful with more than enough space and comfort for a large group. The only thing more impressive than the house is the incredible views of the ranch from the balconies. Jerry was an incredible host and we enjoyed getting to know him. We will definitely be planning more trips to the area just to stay there!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

steven w.

31 Dec 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house in a unique setting.

As advertised and hassle free.

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

2 Dec 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet and Tranquil

The house is truly a hidden gem. We loved the space for the whole family. We had a big thanksgiving dinner and the kitchen was amazingly stocked with almost everything we needed. The property itself was beautiful and had amazing views in every direction. Jerry was very friendly and was able to answer any of our needs. Amazing place we really enjoyed our time here!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Edith M.

26 Oct 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Solitude in windmill country

My husband and I had a great 2-night stay at the lodge. Jerry was very helpful with instructions & directions. We loved the remoteness and the views. We took a nice walk around the property and looked at the windmills up close, and even saw some game (behind the fencing).

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020