Located in Valley View, this cabin is within a 15-minute drive of Lake Ray Roberts and Ray Roberts Lake State Park. .This cabin is 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from Site of Fort Fitzhugh and 9.6 mi (15.4 km) from Jaycee Park.
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - 12 min drive - 7.8 miles
Cooke County Courthouse - 17 min drive - 12.2 miles
Frank Buck Zoo - 17 min drive - 12.2 miles
Getting around
Gainesville Station - 23 min drive
Restaurants
Whitehorse Steakhouse & Oak Meadow Rank Wedding Venue - 2 min walk
Lake Kiowa Lodge - 15 min drive
902 Bar & Grill - 12 min drive
The Continental Deli & Grill - 12 min drive
Subway - 12 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
King Ranch -Stay with Puzzles and Jigsaw the Giraffe
Just imagine waking up in this luxury suite on the upper level of our Cattle Baron Suites, right inside Puzzles and Jigsaw the Giraffes massive home. This suite is dedicated to the legendary King Ranch with all the elegance and comfort you would expect of a Cattle Baron. Here is your opportunity to experience a truly 5 star stay.
You’ll be able to observe puzzles our giraffe day & night and feed him our provided snacks only while in the comfort of your room. The room is stocked with complimentary snacks & drinks , a cappuccino machine , custom giraffe mugs, televisions with smart apps, toiletries & all the bedding. **PLEASE NOTE: There is a $100 fee for each additional guest after 2. Our ranch is located in the heart of North Texas just one hour from Dallas Fort Worth. We have amazing amenities to include hot tub, cowboy pool, game room, walking trails, prayer garden, firepits , hunt for big foot & more !!
Important Notes: • Lodging Only: This booking includes the cabin stay only. Dining experiences and animal tours are not included and must be booked separately at an additional cost. • Restaurant Hours: The Whitehorse Steakhouse is closed on Mondays and Wednesdays. • Cancellation Policy: Strict, nonrefundable, and no date adjustments once a reservation is made. Amenities Included with Your Stay: • Full access to the ranch • Large picnic area with campfires and yard games • Walking trails and prayer garden • Pond for viewing emus and ducks • “Finding Bigfoot” activity • Pickleball court and basketball hoop • Hot tub and swim area as well as an inground pool • Playgrounds • Game room with board games, video games, and a microwave • Sunday church services • Spa (by appointment only, call (940)453-0406 ext. 4) Animal Interaction Guidelines: • Guests may walk around and observe animals. • Feed approved animals with a $10 feed bucket (available for purchase). • Safety Rules: • Do not pass under the “Take a Walk on the Wild Side” sign without a wildlife guide. • No entering open gates, doors, or areas marked “Employees Only.” • No touching animals unless part of a guided experience (USDA regulation).
Additional Experiences (Not Included with Lodging): All experiences are nonrefundable and subject to a no-cancellation policy. Book early as they sell out quickly!
🌿 Oak Meadow Ranch Experiences 🌿
Immersive, Hands-On Animal Encounters for All Ages, except the water buffalo (All experiences are non-refundable, non-cancellable and cannot be rescheduled once booked. Open to non-lodging guests unless noted.)
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🍽 Signature Dining & Animal Experience
Dinner & Wildlife Tour – $299/person 4 hrs Rotating gourmet 4–5 course, chef menu, dinner, live music, axe throwing, sloth encounter, interactive animal tour, and campfire fun. (Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat @ 5:30 PM)
Sunday Brunch & Wildlife Tour – $299/person | 3 hrs Rotating chef menu, live music, full bar, plus a full interactive animal tour. (Sundays @ 12 PM, optional church @ 10:30 AM)
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🐾 Private & Premium Encounters
Private Animal Tour – $750/person Interact with all animals, privately guided.
Wake Up with the Lemurs – $400/person Two lemurs wake you in your room, fruit breakfast, private lemur hangout, mimosa by the fire pit.
Babysit the Babies – $400/person Playtime with our youngest wildlife.
Sloth Serenity – $600/person One-on-one cuddle with baby sloth David Lee and our famous hugger Sir Winston! Includes charcuterie board, champagne, keepsake gift. Photographer add-on available. (Max 4 guests, private only)
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🌊 Seasonal Water Experiences
Swim with Otters – $349/person, 1 hr Play, feed, and swim in our heated spa with otters! (7 days a week, seasonal)
Water Buffalo Swim – $150/person One guest at a time, photos available.
• Book a massage or facial to relax and recharge. • Contact: (940)453-0406 ext 4 (advance booking required).
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✨ Ready to Book Your Adventure? 📲 Call/Text (940)453-0406 or 🌐 Visit: OakMeadowRanch.com for more information about all of our options! Don’t wait to book - experiences sell out quickly!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a refrigerator and a microwave, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and 2 outdoor pickleball courts.
Breakfast is available for a fee.
Featured amenities include limo/town car service and laundry facilities.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Hot tub
Massage
Outdoor pool
Internet
Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Limo/town car service
Parking on site
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Ice maker
Microwave
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Dining
Breakfast available for a fee
Chef service
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Entertainment
Games
Smart TV
Video games
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
20 steps to reach entrance
Area rugs in public areas
Gravel flooring in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Meal delivery service
Things to do
2 outdoor pickleball courts
Arcade/game room
Gym
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Bed sheets changed on request
Housekeeping (on request)
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
Towels (changed on request)
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Thank you so much for staying with us! 🌿 Checkout time is at 11:00am. When you’re heading out, we just ask that you send us a quick message to let us know you’re on your way. Safe travels!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
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