Walden Retreats

Guests gather around the cozy firepit or shop at designer boutiques during their stay at this peaceful retreat with beautiful surroundings and relaxing atmosphere.

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January 2026

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February 2026

Premier Tent | Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds - Walden Retreats (Johnson City)

Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds - Walden Retreats (Johnson City)

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Located near Texas Vintage Motorcycle Museum and Lost Draw Cellars, Walden Retreats offers a peaceful getaway with amenities. Shop at the on-site grocery store and boutiques, relax by the firepit, wander the garden, or browse the library. Free WiFi available.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Pet friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Business services
Kitchen

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Room options

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

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed
River view

Superior Tent

Very good

Highlights

Deck/patio

Separate dining area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchenette

Mini-fridge

41 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed
Hill view

Classic Tent

Exceptional

Highlights

Deck/patio

Separate dining area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchenette

Mini-fridge

41 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Hill view

About the neighborhood

Located in Johnson City, Walden Retreats is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Lost Draw Cellars and William Chris Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Exotic Resort Zoo and Texas Hill Country Wineries. Texas Vintage Motorcycle Museum and Lyndon B. Johnson State Park are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming. Visit our Johnson City travel guide

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78636, TX, Johnson City, 1388 Gipson Rd

What's nearby

Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park
12 min drive - 9.4 km
Exotic Resort Zoo
17 min drive - 18.3 km
LBJ Visitor Center
13 min drive - 10.1 km
Johnson's Boyhood Home
13 min drive - 10.1 km
William Chris Vineyards
17 min drive - 21.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

7-Eleven
14 min drive
Dairy Queen
14 min drive
Pig Pen BBQ Johnson City
12 min drive
Pecan Street Brewing
13 min drive
Ronnies BBQ
14 min drive

About this property

Walden Retreats

Upscale tentalow near Lost Draw Cellars

Located close to Texas Vintage Motorcycle Museum and Texas Hill Country Wineries, Walden Retreats provides a grocery/convenience store, designer stores on site, and a firepit. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.

Other perks at this tentalow include:

Free self parking
A gift shop, barbecue grills, and a reception hall
1 meeting room, multilingual staff, and outdoor furniture

Room features

All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like air conditioning and separate dining areas.

Other conveniences in all rooms include:

Heating and ceiling fans
Memory foam beds and down comforters
Bathrooms with rainfall showers and deep soaking tubs
Decks/patios, wardrobes/closets, and separate dining areas

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Feb 1 - Feb 2

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￥28,982 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 2 - Feb 3

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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

Conveniences

Gift shop/newsstand
Grocery/convenience store
Guidebooks
Limited-hour front desk
Water dispenser

Guest services

Concierge services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop

Business services

3,500 square feet of conference space
Meeting room

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
On a river
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area

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)

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Communal living room
Reception hall
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

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

Entertainment

MP3 dock

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

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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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per night

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

1 total pets

Pets cannot be left unattended

Food and water bowls are available

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

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Guests under 8 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

Property is also known as

Walden Retreats Johnson City

Walden Retreats Safari/Tentalow

Walden Retreats Safari/Tentalow Johnson City

Frequently asked questions

Is Walden Retreats pet-friendly?

Yes, this tentalow allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Walden Retreats?

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

What time is check-out at Walden Retreats?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Walden Retreats located?

Situated on the waterfront, this tentalow is 4 mi (6.4 km) from Lost Draw Cellars and within 12 mi (20 km) of Texas Vintage Motorcycle Museum and Exotic Resort Zoo. William Chris Vineyards and Lyndon B. Johnson State Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Walden Retreats Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Jul 26, 2024

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

Aug 11, 2024

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

Verified traveler

Aug 13, 2023

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.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Dec 28, 2024

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

Jared

Mar 13, 2024

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

karen

Oct 22, 2023

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

Beautiful property. We loved it here!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ramon

Oct 21, 2024

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

Great time. Loved this place.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

May 8, 2023

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

Perfect place to unwind

Wonderful stay! So quiet & peaceful. Can’t wait to go back!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mariza

Jul 31, 2023

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

Jeremy

Jan 1, 2024

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

Michael

Nov 12, 2022

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

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.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Apr 24, 2024

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

Retreat

Just Fantastic! Highly recommended

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deema

Jul 23, 2023

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

Mollie

Apr 8, 2023

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

Amazing!

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vangalea

Oct 6, 2024

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

EMILY

Dec 29, 2022

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

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!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Ann

Jul 14, 2023

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

Jenee

Jul 18, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

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.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022