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Rancho El Charco Resort - Private Pool, Wildlife & Lake Retreat

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Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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La Joya, TX
  • Place, McAllen Convention Center
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, La Plaza Mall
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Bert Ogden Arena
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, McAllen, TX (MFE-Miller Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

La Joya

In La Joya .Stay at this La Joya lodge and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Saenz Medical Center and 9 miles (15 km) of Los Ebanos Ferry. Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park is within 9 miles (15 km) and World Birding Center is within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • McAllen Convention Center - 22 min drive - 20.8 miles
  • La Plaza Mall - 23 min drive - 22.5 miles
  • Basilica of Our Lady of San Juan del Valle - 29 min drive - 29.7 miles
  • Bert Ogden Arena - 32 min drive - 30.9 miles
  • Payne Arena - 34 min drive - 27.1 miles

Getting around

  • Miller Intl. Airport (MFE) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Denny's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Peter Piper Pizza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Golden Chick - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Rancho El Charco Resort - Private Pool, Wildlife & Lake Retreat

Escape to Rancho El Charco, where all outdoor amenities are free with your stay! This 4-bed, 4.5-bath wildlife ranch in La Joya, TX offers the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation on Walker Lake. Fish, kayak, or cool off in the cenote pool before enjoying a Texas-style cookout on the outdoor grill. Want more excitement? Explore the ranch on included horseback rides along palm-lined trails while spotting whitetail deer and local wildlife. Whether you're seeking a family retreat or a nature escape, this stunning ranch has it all. Book now before dates fill up!

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Rancho El Charco
La Joya
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, 12 reviews
$131 nightly
The price is $148
Jun 12 - Jun 13
Total with taxes and fees
Rancho El Charco

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Books
  • Games
  • Pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Single level property
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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 and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Give us a call so we can help you with your luggage
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Only the number of registered guests are authorized to enter the property.
No loud noise of any kind, this is a peaceful wildlife retreat.
No unauthorized events

Pets

  • No pets 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
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Rancho El Charco Resort - Private Pool, Wildlife & Lake Retreat to the airport?

This lodge is 16.9 mi (23-min drive) away from the Miller Intl. Airport (MFE) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Rancho El Charco Resort - Private Pool, Wildlife & Lake Retreat have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this lodge.

Does Rancho El Charco Resort - Private Pool, Wildlife & Lake Retreat offer free breakfast?

This lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Rancho El Charco Resort - Private Pool, Wildlife & Lake Retreat?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Rancho El Charco Resort - Private Pool, Wildlife & Lake Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Rancho El Charco Resort - Private Pool, Wildlife & Lake Retreat?

Free parking is not available at this lodge.

Does Rancho El Charco Resort - Private Pool, Wildlife & Lake Retreat have a pool?

Yes, there's a pool.

Does Rancho El Charco Resort - Private Pool, Wildlife & Lake Retreat have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Rancho El Charco Resort - Private Pool, Wildlife & Lake Retreat to downtown La Joya?

This lodge is 0.7 mi away from La Joya.

Rancho El Charco Resort - Private Pool, Wildlife & Lake Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juana G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

magical

we were extremely comfortable and really enjoyed the sitting area by the lake,the cenote was quite a joy,cooling and conversation flowed ,would recommend to nature lovers ,wish we had booked for longer stay ,thank you for welcoming us and keeping in contact ,will be returning again thank you,juana guzman and family
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johanna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Fabulous! Our stay was wonderful from beginning to end. Owners and staff were all very easy to reach and extremely friendly & helpful. We enjoyed their guided tour of the property on horseback. The Kayaking was fun for kids, as well as adults. We barbecued on large pit, while relaxing in the cenote. The sitting area by the lake was perfect for our smores. We loved being surrounded by wildlife. Its not every day that you get greeted by a longhorn, a horse and a piglet when you walk out your front door :) The interior of the home was also very inviting, clean and comfortable. Very spacious areas. The view of the lake through the floor to ceiling windows in living room is stunning. Every bedroom had the same gorgeous view right from our bed. We were several families staying together, so private bathroom in each bedroom was perfect! We are already trying to figure out how soon we can all get together to come back! Thank you for being so welcoming and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025