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WELCOME TO MADRONE SPRINGS RANCH

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Madrone Springs Ranch is a private 178-acre Hill Country retreat made for the people you love most. Whether you're gathering three generations under one roof or just finally getting away with your family, this is where you slow down, breathe deep, and remember what matters. Just minutes from Pedernales Falls and the Texas Wine Trail — and completely yours for the duration of your stay.

Spas with exotic animals, chef-cooked meals, a private swimming hole, and 178 acres to explore — all to yourselves. Unlike other Hill Country ranches where you're sharing the property with strangers, Madrone Springs is exclusively yours. No neighbors. No crowds. Just your people and wide-open land.

Upscale accommodations. Exotic animals. 178 acres of Hill Country, and not another group in sight.

Enjoy hiking trails, swimming, a private spring, and exotic animals around every corner. Just minutes from Pedernales Falls State Park, local wineries, and the Fredericksburg town square — but worlds away from the ordinary.

A place for groups and multi-generational families to relax and explore.

The trip where grandparents, parents, and kids all leave happy. Multigenerational families are our most-booked guests.

Whether you're seeking adventure and exploration, calmness and relaxation, or a healthy mix of both, Madrone Springs has the activities and accommodations for you.

From the kids who won't leave the water to the grandparents who won't leave the porch.

Kangaroos, river tubing, chef-cooked dinners, and a spa. There's something for every age.

Spend a few days at Madrone Springs Ranch, and you'll find not just time but also facilities and expert guidance tailored to kickstart your wellness journey. This is where the essence of the land, our love for animals, good food, active living, and the joy of sharing meaningful experiences come together to create a haven for your physical and emotional rejuvenation.

Meet Ranch Owners, Dr. Bobby and Gail

Embark on your journey towards a healthier you with our e-book, "Six Principles to Live Long & Well." In this insightful guide, we delve into key principles that can transform the way you approach health and wellness to live a more vibrant life. These principles are inherent in your stay at Madrone Springs Ranch.

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Learn more about them and take them with you to enrich your life.

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What You’ll Find At

Say hello to the Addax Antelope, Blackbuck Antelope, and Axis & Fallow Deer. Become friends with our delightful miniature donkeys, alpacas, chickens, and ducks as they enjoy life at Madrone Springs Ranch.

Meet the Animals

From guided tours to personal adventures, there is so much to discover. Enjoy hiking, biking, fishing, rock climbing, paddle boarding, bird watching, star gazing, or mountain biking.

Activities for Everyone

Explore our extensive six miles of private trails suitable for all skill levels. Engage in activities like mountain biking, hiking, trail running, rucking, and wildlife viewing on foot, or venture out in a Polaris Ranger ATV.

Explore Trails

Make the most of 2/3 miles of year-round natural water, offering opportunities to swim, float, and play in various pools along Flat Creek. These natural swimming pools are spring-fed with mineral-rich clay from ancient oceans.

Flat Creek

Picture waking up to coffee on the porch while the kids head straight for the animals. Spend the morning hiking the trails or floating the river. After lunch, settle into the yoga studio, take a cold plunge, or let the sauna do its work. As the afternoon slows down, gather in the communal lodge — someone starts cooking, someone opens a bottle, and nobody is checking the time. Dinner outside as the sun drops behind the hills, with a fireside chat under the stars. The kind of vacation you'll never forget.

Wake up to hill-to-water views. Feed an alpaca. Eat dinner outside under the stars.

This is what a real family getaway looks like at madrone springs ranch.

Tailor your stay for optimal comfort by choosing from our distinct lodging options, each designed to meet your specific needs.

Luxury ranch accommodations for groups from 2-25

Within our 5,500 sq. ft. communal area, you can savor moments of coffee and literature on the porches overlooking the creek, indulge in a delicious home-cooked meal in the kitchen, and relax with loved ones by a welcoming fireplace. The central lodge grants access to various amenities, including a fitness studio, yoga studio, outdoor hot spa, cold plunge pool, sauna, and a bathroom suite.

Tailor your stay for optimal comfort by choosing from our distinct options, each designed to meet your specific needs.

At Madrone Springs Ranch, we are passionate about living with the land in an environmentally conscious manner. Here are just a few ways we infuse eco-friendly practices into your stay…

As Nature Intended

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With no city or well water throughout the Ranch or the Lodge, refresh with rainwater for all your drinking and bathing purposes.
We compost all organic materials to be reused in our garden.
Dine on seasonal farm-fresh vegetables such as tomatoes, squash, melons, garlic, and onions grown with our ranch-made compost. Our garden is pesticide-free.
Enjoy free-range eggs from our very own chickens who reside at the Ranch.
Walk along the river beds filled with primal, mineral-rich sand from ancient oceans (this part of Texas was underwater millions of years ago, and we have the clam, fossil-filled cave to prove it).
We currently use scent-free cleaning products.

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What You’ll Find At

Food & Dining

Personalized chef-cooked meals that are so much more than just delicious flavors. Chef Dr. Bobby's cooking is a reminder that wellness is not just a goal but a celebration of mindful choices and vibrant health.

Enjoy the Medicine Wheel's serene atmosphere by engaging in a walking meditation, where each mindful step along the stones becomes a present-moment journey through history, spirituality, and inner peace.

Medicine Wheel

This quiet, comforting space is perfect for meditation or contemplation. We also have on-demand classes through Peloton/large TV that are included. In-person instruction is available at an additional charge.

Yoga Studio

Explore a well-equipped gym with Peloton, Treadmill, Elliptical, Peloton Rowing Machine, TRX, Pilates Reformer, and Free Weights. Complimentary towels and a water station are provided.

Fitness Center

All backed with scientific evidence for practical approaches to what works and what doesn’t work.

Join us as we explore outdoor living, wellness, nutritious meal planning, and unpack the six principles to “live long and well.”

Welcome to the Blog…

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