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Walden Retreats

4.0 star property
4-star adults-only tentalow near Lost Draw Cellars

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Fireplace
Lobby
View from room
Mini-fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, toaster oven
1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Business services

Explore the area

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1388 Gipson Rd, Johnson City, TX, 78636
  • William Chris Vineyards
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Exotic Resort Zoo
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Texas Hill Country Wineries
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Premier Tent

  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Superior Tent

  • 441 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Classic Tent

  • 441 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Johnson City

On river.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this tentalow, you'll find Lost Draw Cellars and Texas Vintage Motorcycle Museum. Exotic Resort Zoo and William Chris Vineyards are within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park - 15 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • William Chris Vineyards - 21 min drive - 13.3 miles
  • Exotic Resort Zoo - 21 min drive - 11.4 miles
  • Garrison Brothers Distillery - 24 min drive - 14.7 miles
  • Texas Hill Country Wineries - 33 min drive - 11.9 miles

Getting around

  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Pecan Street Brewing - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Fat Boy Burgers - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪El Charro Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪El Agave - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Walden Retreats

4-star adults-only tentalow near Lost Draw Cellars
As a guest of Walden Retreats, you'll find a library, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff. Event space at this tentalow measures 3500 square feet (325 square meters) and includes conference space. WiFi is free in public spaces. Walden Retreats also features gift shops/newsstands, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Johnson City tentalow is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 3500 sq ft of conference space
  • 325 sq m of conference space
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Convenience store
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Walden Retreats offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with MP3 docking stations and bathrobes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Memory foam beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Accommodations at this 4-star tentalow have kitchenettes with separate dining areas, cookware/dishes/utensils, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads, and hair dryers.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Designer stores
  • Fishing
  • Library
  • Shopping
  • Winery release events

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • MP3 dock

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Mini-fridge
  • Paper towels
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 8 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 8 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50 per stay.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 8 years old aren't allowed.

Property is also known as

Walden Retreats Johnson City
Walden Retreats Safari/Tentalow
Walden Retreats Safari/Tentalow Johnson City

Frequently asked questions

How close is Walden Retreats to the airport?

Walden Retreats is 58.6 mi (72-min drive) away from the Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Walden Retreats have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Walden Retreats.

Does Walden Retreats offer free breakfast?

Walden Retreats does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Walden Retreats?

No, there is no casino at this tentalow.

What time is check-in at Walden Retreats?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Walden Retreats?

This tentalow offers free self parking.

Does Walden Retreats have a pool?

Walden Retreats does not have a pool.

Does Walden Retreats have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this tentalow.

How close is Walden Retreats to downtown Johnson City?

Walden Retreats is 4.1 mi away from Johnson City.

Walden Retreats Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aida

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stunning place with a consistent vibe. Unplug, be present in nature, unbelievable views. We were the only guests at the location that night and everything was perfect. We cooked a small meal on the BBQ, looked up at the amazing night sky, made a fire in the wood stove because it got chilly out, used the electric blanket and watched the sunset. Took some photos, enjoyed the walk down to the river the next day. The staff at the park are so chill and helpful. Very relaced but also professional and organized. Will be coming back!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ramon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great time. Loved this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vangalea

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was our first time "glamping". Highly recommend this place!! So serene and tranquil. It was nice to "unplug" and just relax. My only recommendation is the dog friendly tents should have retractable gates on the deck so the pups cannot get off the deck. HUGE thank you to Becky for helping us set this up!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very welcoming

The custom service from Becky was outstanding. She made us feel very welcomed and comfortable. The stay was great; we had everything we needed inside the tent. Outstanding stay and service.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow, what a place! Every detail is thought out carefully. It is run so professionally. The tents are stunning and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Retreat

Just Fantastic! Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Secluded and peaceful retreat.

Walden Retreat was an excellent get away to enjoy peace, privacy, and a truly beautiful setting. The “tents” are really like small bungalows and every bit as comfortable as a hotel room would be with air conditioning, bathroom and kitchen. We enjoyed sitting on the veranda and drinking coffee or building a fire in the fire ring and sipping wine and watching the sunset. If you are planning to visit some of the wineries, it is very close to the one concentrated around Hye. But it is a 45 minute drive into Fredericksburg. So the seclusion has pros and cons. We really loved our stay and hope to return again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a unique experience! We enjoyed it so much! Such a cute neat place!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. We loved it here!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Reconnection getaway

Our anniversary getaway. Short trip but so much time to reconnect. It was so nice without the noise of any kind. It’s just you and the elements of nature. We had a great time grilling, star gazing every night and swimming. Can’t wait to try out during winter.
View from our tent
Swimming hole
Dinner at dusk
Hubby grilling
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mariza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing Weekend

It was absolutely beautiful and peaceful! We would love to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deema

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, peaceful and relaxing place! It was easy to check in and out, and they are so communicative and responsive and friendly in every interaction! The tents are unique and thoughtfully decorated, with convenient amenities provided. Can’t wait to return someday soon :)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shamarion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Ann

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had to leave the car in a parking lot…would have been better to be able to park closer to the tents. They could make the golf carts that they use to carry everyone’s luggage available for visitors to use to and from the tents
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lainie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

DALE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023