Bluebonnet Cabins ~ Guestbook

We visited Curly Q Refuge with our 3 children in November. It was a lovely place, and we had a very relaxing weekend. The kids loved seeing the donkeys and longhorns, and we were honored to be a part of Linda's wildlife release. She released 5 squirrels she had been nursing for several months. My 10-year old enjoyed the wildlife trails, and during one of our walks, we saw a large family of deer just hanging out on the property. The donkeys came over to Bluebonnet Cabin and visited us one night. It was so quiet and peaceful. At night, we could see so many more stars than we can at home! The cabin was comfortable, and it was a great weekend away from the city! We hope to go back soon! Thanks, Mrs. Noah, for sharing your place with us!

We have been back to the cabin a number of times. Each time we feel the tension of the city leave us as we enter the grounds. We love the sympony of the frogs on the pond at night and the special visits from the horses and donkeys. We even helped Linda feed baby squirrels that were saved after the hurricaine a few years ago. Linda and David are the perfect hosts..if you want to be alone they don't intrude, but if you want to visit thier animals and Longhorn Jack, they make you feel welcome.

Linda and David, Your hospitality, along with the comfortable accomodations, have made my visits to Curly-Q-Ranch a wonderful place to go back-in-time and relax, review, and refocus!

[written 04/11/10 in guestbook] Beloved Linda, words fail to describe the beauty that I discovered in this place and in your heart! What you have created for others (both men and animals) reflect nothing but absolute love and bliss. Lily Ponds Cottage is one of the most serene spots I have ever seen. This is truly a place for relaxation but even more to feel completely renewed as 'one with nature'. We loved Longhorn Jack and all his companions. I'm sure your baby raccoons and opossums are definitely going to make it because they are in best hands--YOURS--where could they be more secure? Do let us know if there is anything we can do to contribute to your wonderful service. Loved Lily Ponds Cottage but love you even more...

[written 04/10/10 in guestbook] Linda, my husband surprised me with a retreat to New Ulm. And WOW he did a GREAT job finding what turned out to be a little slice of heaven. We enjoyed several long walks, relaxed in the hammock, saw your beautiful longhorns! Thank you for opening this very special place of healing and relaxation. Your hospitality is a perfect match to the very CHARM of Lily Ponds Cottage! Thank you for a resful and blessed week!

[written 02/13/10 in guestbook] Let me start by saying that I looked at the internet for a place to stay, and I have to say, coming here has made my life simple and breath taking. My fiance and I didn't know what to expect, but everything was wonderful. All the home touches that you have here are great. This place is a secret place and the most marvelous one I have seen. Plus, it gave my fiance and me a chance to reconnect with each other without the worries of the world. I just want to say thank you for keeping in touch with us to make sure we got the cabin for one night. Next time, we will stay longer.

[written 10/23/09 in guestbook] THANK YOU for sharing your piece of paradise with us! We would love to see the Lily Ponds Cottage during each season!

[written 10/14/09 in cottage guestbook] Favorite place smack dab between Austin and Houston!

[written 10/03/09 in guestbook] Linda, we really loved this place! It felt as if we were out camping. Lily Pond was a wonderful place for us to return to after our long days in Round Top, Warrenton, Fayetteville for Antique Week. We would stay here over a hotel any time. Next time, I would love to bring our children. They would enjoy the walks, animals, pond...nature! Until next time! Thank you so much!

[written 06/30/09 in guestbook] Thank you, Linda, for this magical memory. Come here gave us a chance to 'breathe' again. Everything was PERFECT.

[written 06/28/09 in guestbook] Dear Linda and David, Well our 'mini' vacation is over, and it was wonderful! We listened to the frogs and the birds! We took the jet ski to Fayette and had a great day! Last night as I was staring into the pond, I saw a bullfrog, head peaking out. I go so excited that I scared him away! There are cardinals everywhere; they have a special memory for me, and seeing them was neat. Yesterday, I saw a hawk, today a woodpecker, bluejay, bluebird, and I believe a tufted titmouse. The cabin is wonderful! Thank you so much for sharing your oasis with us!

[written 02/28/09 in guestbook] What an amazing cabin and experience. I am so glad we were able to escape the city and celebrate Travis's 29th birthday here! Last night we heard a noise, and the front porch light went out. I was so scared! I pictured a horror movie! Two city kids go to the woods and never make it back! In the end, two donkeys came by to say 'hello'! Thank you so much for allowing us to stay in your little place of heaven. We have never rested so much and felt so relaxed! We will definitely be back and tell all our friends about the cabin. It was such a blessing to be here!

[written Christmas 2008 in guestbook] What a beautiful time we had at the cottage. Our oldest daughter was at total peace here. It is a joy to watch her here--healing. She is normally anxious, agitated, and extremely impulsive. This place was a really healing place for all you do to make this place holy.

[written 10/10-13/08 in guestbook]: Thank you for providing a beautiful, tranquil setting to escape from the busy life I lead. The retreat gave me time to breathe, heal, search, and love life again--exactly what I needed at a critical time in my life. I took endless pictures, but they will never replace the memories etched in my heart. Your random acts of kindness reaffirm that there are GOOD people left in this world. Greatly anticipating my next visit!

[written 04/23/08 in guestbook] Thank you for allowing us to share the beautiful, relaxing retreat. To sit and do nothing more than listen to the frogs and watch the birds was what we needed. It's a reminder that all of us who aren't able to live in this environment need. A reminder that God and nature are always there...you just need to stop and pay attention. Thank you so much, and I hope we will come back often enough that you will know our name when we call.

[written 08/21/07 in guestbook] David & Linda, this was my dream honeymoon. We have been anticipating it for so long! This place was more than we ever dreamed of. Thank you for all that you did to make it a dream come true. It was the most special weekend of our lives. P.S. The brownies & strawberries were delicious!

[written 08/26/07 in guestbook]~Everything was fabulous! It's hard to believe that some folks are able to enjoy this type of beauty every day. It seems almost magical to us. You were very thoughtful in all the extras, "thank you." If you have a pamphlet with information and pricing on the mattress, please send it our way--I've never slept so well!!

[written 19/10/07 in guestbook] David & Linda, we have been touched by your lily pond oasis. Never would Erin and I imagine such blessings for our 9th anniversary. It only took an hour of the natural symphony of Mother Nature, her frogs and crickets to erase the city and its hurried pace far behind. Three nights--my gosh--passed by so quickly, yet we are leaving, although in protest, more rested our quality time together refueled and better for the stay. We will make it a point to be back, and it is a privilege to share your home at Lily Pond. Thank you for your vision.

[written in guestbook on 9/29/07:] It was enlightening to peruse the guestbooks and read of the joy your haven has brought to so many. Thank you for the many amenities and the aura of peace found here.

[written on 10/22/07 in guestbook:] Linda, thank you so much for sharing your wonderful, quiet corner of the world. The views, the weather and nature provided cannot be compared. The coyotes howling in the distance at dinner were a nice touch, also! I couldn't have asked for a better birthday!