Nestled in the lush woods of east Texas, on the shoreline of Lake Palestine, the quaint rustic cabins at this resort are tucked away in close harmony with nature and create an ideal setting for rest and relaxation. Amenities and activities include a lighted tennis court, fishing pier, badminton, playground, swimming, miniature golf, and nature trails. Guests have a marina and boat dock access, Jet Ski rentals, and horseback riding facilities just a few miles away. Tyler and all its attractions are 15 miles away, and Canton Trade Days or First Monday are also within a short drive.
Activity: Boating
Silverleaf’s Holly Lake Ranch
Situated amid the famed Piney Woods of east Texas, Holly Lake Ranch offers a variety of lake activities, including fishing and boating. On land, try golf, tennis, hiking, or archery. You’ll also find three outdoor pools, a playground, and Holly Hut Snack Shop. Many resort amenities are closed between Labor Day and spring. Close by is Tyler, where Tyler’s Municipal Rose Garden covers 22 acres and hosts the Texas Rose Festival in October. Other Tyler attractions include the Caldwell Zoo and the Goodman Museum. A day-trip to Dallas is only 116 miles away
Silverleaf’s Hill Country Resort
Silverleaf’s Hill Country Resort is located between Austin and San Antonio and is deep in the famed Hill Country of south-central Texas. This recreational community offers superb boating and fishing. Nearby, vacationers can go tubing on the Guadalupe River. Schlitterbahn Water Park is located in nearby New Braunfels. It is a 65-acre seasonal family water theme park. Also nearby are the Natural Bridge Caverns, the largest in Texas, which drop 180 feet below the Earth’s surface. For more info, call the New Braunfels Chamber, (830) 625-2385; the San Antonio Chamber, (210) 299-2100; or the Austin Chamber, (512) 478-9383.
The Shores at Lake Travis
The Shores at Lake Travis is a complete recreational community situated on more than 5,000 acres with 11 miles of Lake Travis shoreline offering powerboating; fishing; waterskiing; tennis; swimming; shuffleboard; volleyball; horseshoes; and a games room with board games, Ping-Pong, and a pool table. There are two country clubs open to the public and one nine-hole golf course close by. Austin offers the LBJ Presidential Library, several museums, musicals, theaters, and sporting events.
Salado Creek Villas
Salado Creek Villas is located in the historic city of San Antonio, Texas. Within 20 minutes of Sea World and Six Flags Fiesta Texas, it is rich with history, culture, and shopping. You can embrace the romance of the downtown architecture as you tour by horse-drawn carriage or by the river gondola. Take in a Broadway show at the enchanting Majestic theater, visit the historic Spanish missions, or immerse yourself in dining, entertainment, and shopping offered along the vibrant banks of the Riverwalk.
The Ridge on Lake Granbury
Located about an hour’s drive southwest of Dallas/Fort Worth and overlooking Lake Granbury, The Ridge on Lake Granbury offers a peaceful, relaxing getaway featuring all your favorite water sports. You can swim and sun by the resort’s outdoor pool, enjoy a game of tennis, play mini golf, or play golf close by. A children’s playground area is also available. Adding a historical highlight to your vacation is the town of Granbury. Founded in the late 1800s, it is called “a living, working museum” and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Rayburn Country Club Resort
The best the outdoors has to offer is waiting for you at Rayburn Country Club Resort. Here you’ll find an 18-hole golf course designed by Robert Trent Jones and Jay Reviere and a nine-hole course designed by Bob Van Hagge, as well as a putting green and a 300-yard driving range. Two championship, all-weather tennis courts are on site and lighted for night play. Water lovers will enjoy Sam Rayburn Lake, which offers 560 miles of shoreline. Two outdoor pools and a playground along with volleyball, badminton, and miniature golf are available but are subject to seasonal operations.
Perennial Vacation Club at Bandera
Texas Hill Country surrounds the Cowboy Capital of the World and is home to World Class/Bandera Homestead. Amenities, such as outdoor pools, hot tub, and Jacuzzis add a modern flavor to the resort. For a taste of cowboy life, you can see the sights on horseback at one of the area dude ranches. Nearby San Antonio, with its historic sites and beautiful River Walk, makes a great side trip.
The Owners Club at Barton Creek
The Owners Club at Barton Creek offers three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath club homes adjacent to The Barton Creek Resort & Spa in the Hill Country of Austin. Amenities include four championship golf courses, eight outdoor tennis courts, a swimming pool and hot tub, The Kids Club, a full fitness facility, and complete spa facility. The Hill Country Dining Room offers a formal dining experience with a casual dress code. The Austin Grille and Jim Bob’s Bar & Grille offer a more casual lunch and dinner alternative.
The Landing at Seven Coves
The Landing at Seven Coves is located on a peninsula jutting into 19-mile-long Lake Conroe. Enjoy fishing on site or take a short drive from the resort to reach a 27-hole golf course, as well as sailing, waterskiing, and other water sports. Hiking and biking trails are a great way to explore nearby Sam Houston National Forest. For big-city activities, plan a drive to Houston, about an hour away.