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Walden Retreats

4.0 star property
Adults-only tentalow on river in Johnson City

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Fireplace
Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds
Lobby
View from room
Separate tub and shower, deep soaking tub, rainfall showerhead
Nestled near Texas Vintage Motorcycle Museum and Lost Draw Cellars, Walden Retreats offers a serene retreat with a grocery store, designer boutiques on site, and cozy firepit. Explore the beautiful garden or unwind in the library as you enjoy free WiFi access throughout your stay.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Communal living room
  • Convenience store
  • Water dispenser
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Gift shops/newsstands
  • Picnic area

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchenette
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Separate dining area
  • Garden
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is CNY1,463
CNY2,147 total
includes taxes & fees
May 7 - May 8

Room options

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Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Premier Tent

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Superior Tent

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
  • 41 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Classic Tent

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
  • 41 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1388 Gipson Rd, Johnson City, TX, 78636

What's nearby

  • Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park - 12 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Texas Hills Vineyards - 16 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Exotic Resort Zoo - 18 min drive - 15.2 km
  • William Chris Vineyards - 18 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Texas Hill Country Wineries - 28 min drive - 24.4 km

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

Enjoy your visit to Johnson City with a stay at Walden Retreats.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 15 cabins
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum guest age is 8
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Winery release events
  • Shopping
  • Fishing

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Conference space (3500 square feet)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Library
  • Communal living room
  • Designer stores on site
  • Reception hall
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water

Accessibility

  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • MP3 docking station

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

What to enjoy

  • Deck or patio
  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate dining area

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Kitchenette
  • Toaster oven
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Paper towels

More

  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 50 per stay

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per night

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Walden Retreats offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Walden Retreats does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Walden Retreats?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of USD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Walden Retreats?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Walden Retreats?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Walden Retreats and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as fishing. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

Does Walden Retreats have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.

Does Walden Retreats have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes cookware, a toaster oven, and a coffee maker.

Does Walden Retreats have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a deck or patio.

What's the area around Walden Retreats like?

Walden Retreats is located on the waterfront. Popular attractions include Exotic Resort Zoo, which is 18 minutes away by car.

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Walden Retreats Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Camping
Service staff
Sunsets
Car
River
Air conditioning

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great time. Loved this place.
Ramon, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property. We loved it here!
karen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect place to unwind

Wonderful stay! So quiet & peaceful. Can’t wait to go back!
Jacqueline, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing Weekend

It was absolutely beautiful and peaceful! We would love to stay again!
Mariza, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wow, what a place! Every detail is thought out carefully. It is run so professionally. The tents are stunning and comfortable.
Alexandra, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was a unique experience! We enjoyed it so much! Such a cute neat place!
Jeremy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Retreat

Just Fantastic! Highly recommended
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff very friendly and helpful. It’s a bit off the beaten path which makes it more of an adventure. We stayed in a large tent overlooking the river … very scenic and relaxing location. Was fun to cook up steaks and dine at the tent. Really enjoyed it, will stay again.
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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 :)
Deema, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing!
Mollie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Vangalea, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Jordan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely weekend away

We loved our stay at Walden! We had wanted to go for awhile and enjoyed it a lot. Super comfortable bed, lovely views and quiet property. It was extremely windy when we were there, so we didn’t get to make use of the fire pit, and the tent was quite loud at night because of the wind but nothing to be done about that! Love that it is pet friendly, our pup really enjoyed it. An accessibility warning, you do park your car in a lot and then walk to your tent, so just keep that in mind if you have trouble walking etc!
EMILY, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

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
Ann, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Jared, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing experience! The staff was so friendly (we loved Kat!) and helpful. We felt like family from the minute we arrived. The grounds are gorgeous! We saw so much wildlife (various birds, deer, armadillos, etc), enjoyed laying in the hammock area, watched the sunset on our deck, layed and watched the stars from our tent. Just all around incredible experience. There is so much to do on the property you don’t need to leave unless you want to venture out. The gift shop is stocked with local items (and local beer!) The cabins have everything you need, I was skeptical of the AC in the tent but it worked GREAT. Cannot wait to go back in the fall when the river is higher.
Jenee, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Maria, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oscar, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aida, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sheryl, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Derek, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Anna, 1-night trip