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Enter as Strangers – Leave as Friends – Return as Family
A PEACEFUL ESCAPE
Meet the Owners
Back in 2017, James Wright was running an award-winning construction company in Austin, Texas. James had always envisioned creating a sanctuary where nature and comfort intertwined seamlessly. A true country boy at heart, he started dreaming about a gentler life away from the city’s hustle and bustle. While cruising through the beautiful Hill Country, he stumbled upon a charming piece of land for sale in Mountain Home, Texas and instantly fell in love with its rustic allure, picturing all the wonderful possibilities. Using his construction know-how and a wealth of creativity, he turned the property into the breathtaking Cowboys and Angels Retreat.

James carefully crafted an additional nine unique cabins, each bursting with its own rustic flair. Each cabin was meticulously designed to reflect the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape. He also set up several full hookup sites for RVs. This addition would ensure that visitors could experience both comfort and a taste of the great outdoors. His main goal was to help guests unwind from their hectic lives, so he added amenities like a refreshing pool, inviting hot tub, cozy covered pavilion, scenic nature paths, a fun saloon, a lively party barn, and even a little performance stage.
The icing on the cake was an adorable early 1900’s home he lovingly transformed into a charming Wedding Chapel. It quickly became a sought-after venue for couples looking to tie the knot in a picturesque setting. Whether you’re seeking solitude or celebration, it provides an idyllic backdrop for unforgettable moments.
Cowboys and Angels offers just about everything you could wish for a peaceful escape or a delightful gathering!
James is always full of ideas for enhancements – crushed granite pathways, lovely limestone details, charming Purple Martin birdhouses, and more! He has been thrilled to watch his dream slowly unfold and is always eager to explore new ways to make it even better!
James often shares his vision at local community events, inspiring others to embark on their own entrepreneurial journeys.
VIDEO GALLERY
Welcome to our video gallery! Hopefully, this will give you a closer look at who we are and what makes our place special. From breathtaking views of the grounds to a detailed look into our cozy cabins, we invite you to explore every corner of our little piece of heaven. Whether you’re planning a visit or just curious about our space, these videos will give you a good idea of what we’re all about.
The Grounds
Wildlife
Cabins
Take a video tour of the grounds at Cowboys & Angels Retreat and see what makes our Hill Country property so special. These videos showcase our peaceful courtyard, pool area, pavilion, stage, party barn, and wedding chapel—spaces designed for relaxing weekends, group gatherings, and unforgettable events. Whether you’re planning a quiet getaway, a celebration, or a Hill Country wedding, these videos give you a real feel for the atmosphere and layout of our retreat.
The Grounds & Amenities
One of the most memorable parts of staying at Cowboys & Angels Retreat is the wildlife that shares our Hill Country landscape. These videos capture the deer and other native animals that live on our property, offering peaceful moments you won’t find in the city. As we continue to add more wildlife videos, you’ll get an even better look at the natural surroundings that make our retreat such a special place to relax and reconnect with nature.
Wildlife You'll See Around the Property
Step into a world where boutique luxury meets the soul of the outdoors. Our video gallery offers an immersive look at our cabins—from intimate, artisanal interiors to expansive outdoor areas designed for grand celebrations. Whether you’re seeking a private sanctuary for a weekend reset or a breathtaking backdrop for your wedding festivities, explore how our spaces blend rustic charm with elevated comfort to create your perfect escape.
The Experience
- Curated Interiors: Discover bespoke design, fully stocked kitchens and kitchenettes, and comfortable suites.
- Versatile Spaces: See how our open layouts transition from quiet mornings to celebratory dinners.
- Natural Elegance: Explore the hot tub and stone firepit under the stars, and panoramic Texas Hill Country views.
For detailed information about each individual cabin, including amenities, capacity, and unique features, explore our complete guide to Texas Hill Country cabin rentals where you’ll find in-depth descriptions and helpful details to choose the perfect cabin for your group.
Cabin Video Gallery
GUEST REVIEWS
We love hearing from our wonderful guests, and we’re thrilled to share some of the nice reviews we've received. If you've enjoyed your stay at Cowboys and Angels, we warmly encourage you to leave your own feedback for others to see.
We are proud to say we are Trustindex certified, earning top campground and service badges! We welcome you to read our reviews below from Google, Facebook, Tripadvisor, Airbnb, Yelp and Expedia.
We are proud to be an Airbnb Super Host for 6 years now, a Preferred Plus Host on Booking.com, a Star Host with Hipcamp and have been featured in RV Life's Campground Reviews Newsletter.
We stopped overnight in our RV and it was wonderful! If we had not been on a schedule we would have loved to stay longer. The owners were super nice and very accommodating when we asked to be moved to a more secluded spot. The grounds are beautiful and the location very quiet. We would definitely recommend it!
Brent B. | MAR 2026
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
We had an amazing time, the cabin was so cute and clean. We sat order the stars and build a fire also we barbecued. Sitting in the hot tub was very relaxing. You can buy corn to feed the deer by hand , some are so tame that can hand feed and pet them. Great family memories we will definitely be coming back.
Misty P. | MAR 2026
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
We stayed in the yurt—perfect size for 2-3 people. The bed was super comfortable! The property is amazing—very clean, deer running around, and the owner is very friendly! Great communication before and during our trip. An absolutely perfect place to stay!
Nikki T. | MAR 2026
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Great place to stay! Very clean, easy reservations the host was very courteous. Seeing all the deer was amazing. Definitely recommended
Tina S. | MAR 2026
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
We stayed in the yurt—perfect size for 2-3 people. The bed was super comfortable! The property is amazing—very clean, deer running around, and the owner is very friendly! Great communication before and during our trip. An absolutely perfect place to stay!
Nikki T. | MAR 2026
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
This was our 2nd visit and it was spectacular! It was our anniversary and the owners made it very special. They are both super friendly. The Wildflower cottage is super cute and cozy! The scenery was beautiful and the location perfect. Fredericksburg and Kerrvile close by! We totally recommend Cowboys and Angels!
Chris & Dee Dee H. | JAN 2026
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Our room was clean and nice. Our AC worked GREAT! I like the location of our cabin in relation to the hottub and large fire pit.
Renee H. | MAR 2026
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
We rented 2 cabins for a couple's weekend away and it was perfect! every cabin was clean, comfortable and had everything you need to cook, appliances worked perfect and the fact that they had coffee, creamer, sugar ready for you was awesome! We will definitelly go back! They fulfilled our special requests and were so responsive the entire time we stayed.
Karinna S. | FEB 2026
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Had an amazing night in a yurt here. Deer and other animals came right up to our area. The owners were very helpful and kind with all of our questions. Only negative I’d say is the restrooms were farther than we realized and there is only one hiking trail. But the overall experience was great. Definitely hope to visit again soon.
Lee M. | MAR 2026
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
We lived here for over a year and half in our fifth wheel. Loved every moment of it. Quiet, peaceful and very relaxing.
If you’re staying long term, fill your hummingbird feeders and put up a bird feeder…..you won’t regret it!
Renee J. | AUG 2022
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
My friends and I had a great weekend staying in the Carriage House. It was a nice size and felt very comfortable. The owners were extremely nice and gave us advice on things to do in the area.
Glenda F. | MAY 2022
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
It was a great place to relax and also see the stars like you’ve never seen before! Kelli and James were fantastic hosts! Our accommodations and the grounds were much more than we could have asked for. We even got to partake in a wedding ceremony. Well, we watched it poolside…..We will be back!
Sherry H. | APR 2026
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Super cute and fun place. The owners are super nice and grill up a tasty burger. Perfect place for our family reunion
April D. | JUL 2022
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Had a wonderful time . peaceful, beautiful setting. hosts James and Kelli were great. really loved the River Rat cruise 🛳
Lisa H. | MAY 2023
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
we enjoyed our stay a few years back very nice owners
Rita B. | DEC 2021
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
TRIPADVISOR
What a unique place to stay. Wonderfully friendly staff (thank you Steve), lots of deer and beautiful trees and quiet wide open night skies. Stayed in the Ranch House and it was perfect for a restful evening. Hope too be back soon. Be sure to ask for local places to dine…good suggestions for sure!
Glenn L. | OCT 2023
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
What a wonderful place to stay with the whole clan. Delightful hosts friendly and inviting. The local is wonderful mix of "away from it all" and close to both Fredericksburg and Kerrville with all their sights to see.
James C. MAY 2022
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
My brother and i stayed two nights and we can't say enough good about the the staff and the atmosphere. Very relaxing and the location to the hill country is ideal for a get away A true mom and pop run facility with honest personal touch. The facilities are clean and neat with wildlife throughout.I would recommend this for any one looking to relax and get away from the city stress.
Donald B. | SEP 2019
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Hidden gem out in the hill country. The owners were fantastic and there was lots to do at the retreat. The cabin is stocked well, clean, and we even had fresh eggs waiting for us in addition to muffins, coffee, and tea. 😀 Highly recommend! Can't wait to go back.
Dawn | JUL 2019
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
BOOKING
The property is beautiful with lots of options to fit your needs for staying. Omar is such a kind, welcoming, helpful man. The cabin we stayed in was adorable and had all the basics you needed in the kitchen which was so nice. The deer came up to eat that evening and it was just awesome. Our dog enjoyed watching them watch her once she was done with her photo shoot in the wildflowers.
Kassie | JUN 2025
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Happy! We loved our experience.
We loved the yurt! It was like a Harry Potter building - bigger on the inside!
Tracy | MAR 2026
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Great location, comfy cabins and super staff ! Loved the seclusion and all the wildlife ! Grands had a super time feeding the deer and chickens, our cabin was perfect size for us. Omar who checked us in was wonderful and very attentive to our needs!
James C. MAY 2022
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
AIRBNB
As an animal lover, my favorite part was the deer right outside our front door. You can even feed them! The stars at night were gorgeous and it was quiet and peaceful. The property caretaker, Omar, was amazing. He made us feel at home and was only a text or phone call away if we needed anything. It was a great place to spend our Christmas vacation. They even set up a Christmas tree in our cabin and decorated. Such a nice touch! We will definitely be back. Thank you!!!!
Joanna | DEC 2024
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Beautiful place to stay and relax, Omar was an amazing host and made sure that we had everything we needed. Will definitely be back soon.
Horacio | FEB 2025
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
This cabin was perfect for our weekend getaway. We loved being out in the peaceful hill country with deer and chickens in our front yard!We didn’t get to use the amenities and much as we would have liked, but when we have more time (we had events we were in town for), we will be bringing a group back to enjoy the fire pit, dance floor and hot tub!
Stephanie | NOV 2025
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
It was amazing!!!!We are family of 5 , we enjoyed every single minute there, place was very clean , beds very comfortable, hot water at shower, we felt like home … The owner was there all the time in the property to make sure we stayed was perfect but given privacy !!Mummy kids were in touch with nature all the time, deers , chickens, birds etc…Beautiful starry sky!!We will definitely coming back soon , very friendly owner and always ready to help in case something happens!!Thank you for having us !!
Jorge | FEB 2026
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Beautiful place and scenery! Loved seeing the deer everyday. We didn’t get to use much of the other amenities because we were gone all day to my parents, but felt safe and enjoyed our time in the evenings.
Helena | JAN 2026
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Our family loved our time at the Buckskin Lodge. It was the perfect place to unplug and unwind, while still being close to Kerrville. Some of our highlights were feeding the deer, and watching the sunrise. I appreciated that the porch was gated so the kids and dog could enjoy being outside without wandering off. Our family of 6 was very comfortable in the lodge, and would highly recommend it to other families!
Destiny | MAR 2026
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
YELP
Camp host was awesome. He made us feel welcomed and went above and beyond to make sure our stay was enjoyable. Really made us feel at home, we also got to pet a deer.
Dustin G. | MAR 2025
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
What an amazing place. Owners and staff are welcoming, friendly, attentive, and supportive. To say they're goal is to make your stay unforgettable - would be an understatement!!!!!
Arrived and strangers and leaving as friends and will be back.
Thomas s. | NOV 2020
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Awesome place! Get away from it all! Enjoy the quiet, the hospitality, the accommodations and the "home away from home" feel. We have enjoyed our visit very much so far with one more night to go. Deer roam free on the property, which is nice to see when they trot through. The owners make sure you are happy. I'm really glad we came here.
Jeramie G. | JUL 2020
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
EXPEDIA
Camp host was awesome. He made us feel welcomed and went above and beyond to make sure our stay was enjoyable. Really made us feel at home, we also got to pet a deer.
Dustin G. | MAR 2025
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
What an amazing place. Owners and staff are welcoming, friendly, attentive, and supportive. To say they're goal is to make your stay unforgettable - would be an understatement!!!!!
Arrived and strangers and leaving as friends and will be back.
Thomas s. | NOV 2020
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Awesome place! Get away from it all! Enjoy the quiet, the hospitality, the accommodations and the "home away from home" feel. We have enjoyed our visit very much so far with one more night to go. Deer roam free on the property, which is nice to see when they trot through. The owners make sure you are happy. I'm really glad we came here.
Jeramie G. | JUL 2020
★ ★ ★ ★ ★


