5 Hico Glamping Petting Zoo Campfire Fossil Rim

Brought to you by Vacation Your Way, Tiny Home 5 in Tiny Town at Historic Hico Ranch is a double loft tiny home (2-Queens) on a working ranch Billy the Kid may have visited! Unwind by the community fire pit, feed the animals, and even bring your horse. Just 1.5 hours from DFW and minutes from downtown Hico, this peaceful escape blends southern hospitality with small-town charm—perfect for couples, families, remote workers, or groups renting all 7 cabins plus RV spots for special gatherings.

🏡 The Space

🏖️ Amenities and Extras

🔥 Shared fire pit, hammocks, and 🧲Horse Shoe Pit
🐮 Meet cows, mini goats, sheep and mini donkeys
🐴 Horse Motel: Stall and turnout available (fee)
🚐 RV parking at Rockin’ K next door
🏙️ Minutes from Hico and 1.5 hrs from DFW
✨🧼 Sparkling clean — we take pride in providing a sanitized, comfortable space!
🔑🏡 Effortless arrival — smart home locks (code not key)
🧺🧻 Starter supplies provided: paper towels, toilet paper, K-Cups, sugar, creamer, toiletries, dish soap
✅ Clean/Sanitized (1) Bath
🛏️ Sleeps 4: 2-Queen

🍳 Kitchenette
🥣Kitchen essentials and cookware and dishes, cups, utensils🍴
🫧Kitchen Sink
🧊 Small Refrigerator/freezer combo
🔥 2-top stovetop burners
♨️ Microwave/Oven + 🍞 toaster
☕ Keurig coffee maker + K-Cups
🍷 Wine glasses, knives, 🍽️ kids’ plastic dishes
🍽️ Indoor long table with barstools for 3 — perfect for shared meals

🛋️ Living Area
🛋️➡️🛏️Full-sized Futon couch converts to a double bed (1st floor)
🪑Comfy chair reading area

🛌 Sleeping Area
Loft 1: Queen bed
Loft 2: Queen bed
1st floor:Full-sized Futon couch converts to a double bed

🚿 Bathroom
🚰 Sink + 🚽 toilet + 🚿 walk-in shower with a
🧺✨ Fresh, sanitized bed linens and towels are provided

🌄 Outdoors – Tiny Town at Historical Hico Ranch & RV Park
✨ Glamping at its best!
🐐 Ranch Animal Pen (Mini-Goats, Mini-Donkey, Horse, Cows, Sheep)
🔥🪵 Community fire pit (gathering area)
⭐ Groups Welcome
🌌 Open, spacious area with starry skies & dark nights
🪑 Camping chairs and table outside
🏡 Listing Description of your dream Vacation Your Way vacation home

Vacation Your Way with your expert host, Kara, presents another amazing property rental: Welcome to Tiny Home 5, one of seven charming tiny homes, cabins, and farmhouse rentals offering a truly one-of-a-kind ranch escape. This cozy retreat features a double loft sleeping space plus a double futon, a clean modern bath, and a well-equipped kitchenette with essentials for easy meals.
Spend your evenings gathering around the fire pit under wide Texas skies, or swaying in a hammock while visiting friendly cows, mini goats, sheep, and mini donkeys. Take time to play a game of horse shoes. Wake up to coffee in the spacious outside area as the donkey brays “good morning” and the sunrise paints the horizon.
With RV parking next door and a Horse Motel available, this unplugged countryside experience is just 1.5 hours from DFW. Perfect for solo adventurers seeking solace, families unwinding after exploring Dinosaur World or Fossil Rim in nearby Glen Rose, or groups gathering for celebrations, board-meeting work retreats/trainings, or special events.

🌲 Neighborhood
Located just minutes from Historic Downtown Hico, Texas, you’ll find small-town charm at every corner — enjoy a steak at the Chop House, explore the Billy the Kid Museum, stroll local boutiques and antique shops, or catch live music and events at Hico Hall. Take a short drive to Fossil Rim Wildlife Center or Dinosaur World in Glen Rose for a day of adventure, and don’t miss annual favorites like the Texas Steak Cook-Off, Hico Wine Fest, the Poker Run, and the Old Settlers Reunion. It’s the perfect blend of ranch life and Texas charm.
Hico, TX is a hidden gem in Central Texas Hill Country, known for its rich Western history, scenic ranchland, and welcoming community. Visitors love the walkable historic downtown, locally owned restaurants, wine tastings, art galleries, and year-round festivals. Whether you're searching for things to do in Hico TX, weekend getaways from DFW, or a unique Texas ranch vacation rental, this area delivers.
Surrounded by wide-open spaces and rolling countryside, you’ll enjoy peaceful mornings, breathtaking sunsets, and incredible stargazing far from city lights. Conveniently located about 1.5 hours from Dallas-Fort Worth, Hico is ideal for a romantic getaway, family vacation, group retreat, or glamping experience near Glen Rose. Experience authentic small-town Texas with modern comforts and unforgettable ranch adventures.
📍 Explore Historic Hico
🍴 Enjoy a steak at the Chop House
🕰️ Visit the Billy the Kid Museum
🎶 Hico Hall – concerts, weddings and events
🛒 Stroll through boutiques and antique shops
🦕 Day trips: Fossil Rim and Dinosaur World (Glen Rose)
🎉 Local events throughout the year: Texas Steak Cook-Off, Hico Wine Fest, Poker Run and Old Settlers Reunion

🧘‍♂️ Longevity and Wellness: Whether it’s a peaceful morning walk, a cup of coffee at sunrise or watching the mini-animals frolic - this retreat prioritizes relaxation and well-being.

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💡 Experience the Professional Vacation Your Way Expert Guest Service that was highlighted on DFW TX CH 5 news! 🤩
🐴🏡 Looking for another amazing tiny home adventure? Check out our Tiny Town at Lake Eastland and RV Park in Eastland, Texas! (our 2nd Tiny Town with a new twist: fishing and kayaking)

🌟Other Things to Note

🔐 Good to Know

🔦 Arriving Late?
Bring a flashlight! 🌙 It’s dark at Tiny Town (for best viewing of stars)
🌧️ Weather
Rainy Day? An umbrella and boots may come in handy! ☔ (it gets muddy!)
🅿️ Parking:
Park in the gravel area in front of your tiny home. Additional parking available near cabin 1, please request ahead of time.
📵 No WiFi – unplug and reconnect with nature
🚫 No smoking, no parties, no pets (due to animals on site)
💧 Texas Water Note:
Due to natural sediment, tap water in Texas may appear cloudy, have an unusual smell, or an odd taste. Some guests choose to use bottled water instead.
🐜 Pest control notice
We use professional pest control, but minor pest activity may occur between cleanings.
🗑️ Trash
Trash bags may be disposed of in the dumpsters near Cabin 1 forest line.
🎉 Ask about booking all the tiny homes for special life celebrations! (Small weddings, family reunions, birthdays and memorials)
✅ Per Guest Fee
When booking...please provide the correct # of adults and children to get an accurate price. We employ the common practice of charging a guest fee per person to offset the utilities of the home.

Special Events and Group Stays:
Planning a group stay?
Tiny Town includes multiple tiny homes, cabins, farm house, RV, and RV Spots on the ranch. Guests often reserve several homes together for family reunions, retreats and trainings, small weddings, birthdays, memorial gatherings and celebrations.

Other homes at Tiny Town include:
Tiny Home 1 – Spacious Big Ranch Cabin
Tiny Home 2 – Medium, Open, Rustic Cabin
Tiny Home 3 – Classic Ranch Retreat Tiny Home
Tiny Home 4 – Modern Tiny Home
Tiny Home 5 – Cool, Bridgerton-ish Tiny Home (This Listing)
Tiny Home 6 – Family Bunk House Tiny Home Cabin
Farm House 7 - Farm House Stay
RV-5th Wheel - Durango RV Stay
All of these unique Ranch Homes can be found in your Vacation Your Way Expert Host Profile, Kara. Open Kara’s profile to see AirBNB links to all these cabin getaways.
Send us a message if you'd like help booking multiple cabins, tiny homes or RV spots together.

Extended and Mid-Term Stay Discounts
Vacation Your Way offers discounts for longer stays.
Ask about special rates for:
14-day stays
30-day stays
Three-month mid-term stays

Why Book with Vacation Your Way
• 1,000+ five-star guest reviews
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• Professionally maintained, guest-ready homes
• Responsive local support throughout your stay
Book with confidence and enjoy a stay backed by an experienced hospitality team.
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