Safari Style Glamping Experience in the Heart of Texas Hill Country, Perfect for Animal Lovers

Safari tent in Kempner, TX

6 guests • 2 beds

5.0
1 reviews

Experience the Best of Central Texas and Exotic Wildlife

Step into a world where nature's beauty meets modern luxury. This glampsite invites you to immerse yourself in the heart of central Texas while surrounded by exotic wildlife from around the globe. As you relax on the spacious deck overlooking the juniper, pecan, and oak-filled valley, you'll find tranquility and inspiration in every direction.

Cook, Stargaze, and Connect with Nature

Whether you're a culinary enthusiast or a stargazer, this accommodation caters to your desires. Prepare delectable meals on your suite's commercial induction cooktop or savor the flavor of an open fire at the rock fire pit. And when night falls, the stars above shine brighter and bigger at Lost Horizon, creating a celestial spectacle you won't want to miss.

Our insulated, heated, and air-conditioned permanent luxury tent is more akin to a remarkable cabin than a mere tent. Raised 6 feet above the ground on a stunning 26'x48' deck, it offers serene views and a sense of both comfort and safety. You'll truly appreciate this haven when the coyotes howl in the valley or the red stags roar in October and November.

Amenities to Enhance Your Stay

Enjoy a full private bathroom with a shower and a large soaking tub, complete with a roof that opens up for an open-sky bath or shower experience.
Convenient on-site EV charger socket (NEMA 15-40) for your portable level 2 charger.
Rest well on a firm queen-size Helix mattress with a noiseless frame, plus extra sheets, comforters, and electric blankets.
Accommodate friends with a full-size pull-out sofa bed.
Space for overland vehicles or tents on the property for group adventures.
Stay off-grid with hot and cold purified rainwater, powered by 95% solar energy with grid backup.
Stocked kitchen with an induction cooktop, water kettle, coffee pour-over set, salt & pepper, olive oil, and tea & coffee.
Experience climate comfort with a giant 24k BTU MrCool Mini-split AC/Heat system, designed for extreme weather.
Explore the Ranch's Rich Offerings

Private ranch access to the Lampasas River with picnic pavilions.
Secluded and peaceful, with no public roads nearby.
Encounter 18 different species of free-roaming exotic wildlife and 30 head of cattle.
Enjoy activities like fly fishing, kayaking, limited hiking, and bird and wildlife watching.
Embark on a ranch drive to spot animals in their natural habitat.
Just 30 minutes from H-E-B Plus in Copperas Cove.
Only 3 miles from the 5 Hills Cowboy Church in Kempner.
A Unique Experience Awaits

Please note that the Satao suite is nestled in a secluded valley, approximately 3.5 miles from the private riverfront. You need not leave the ranch to enjoy the pristine river access, creating incredible opportunities to embrace the ranch's beauty and wildlife.

Join Us in Sustainable Living

Guest access
You'll enjoy private access to the Lampasas River, located within the ranch, approximately 3.5 miles away at the ranch's 5-acre river park. You won't need to venture beyond the ranch, and this access is shared with fellow ranch owners and guests. Expect a serene and uncrowded experience, unlike public access parks.

Other things to note
The ranch hosts 18 exotic wildlife species from around the globe, guaranteeing sights and sounds you've never encountered before. In addition to these, coyotes, foxes, bobcats, and more call this place home. Some notable species include Nilgai, Blackbuck (Indian Antelope), Hiberdean sheep, Spanish sheep, Audad, Red deer, Scimitar Oryx, Gemsbock, Fallow deer, and Sika deer.

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Features and services

Beds

  • 1 Queen-size bed

  • 1 Sofa bed

Most popular features

  • Pets allowed

  • Wi-Fi/Internet

  • Private Kitchen

  • Bathtub

  • Heating

  • Hiking

  • River, stream or creek

  • Fishing

  • Air conditioning

  • Fridge

  • Forest

  • Wildlife watching

  • stove

    Stove

  • barbecue

    Private Barbecue

  • Wetland

  • Biking

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Where you will stay

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Kempner, Texas

Detailed location provided after booking

Scenic views
  • Forest

  • River, stream or creek

  • Wetland

The ranch hosts 18 exotic wildlife species from around the globe, guaranteeing sights and sounds you've never encountered before. In addition to these, coyotes, foxes, bobcats, and more call this place home. Some notable species include Nilgai, Blackbuck (Indian Antelope), Hiberdean sheep, Spanish sheep, Audad, Red deer, Scimitar Oryx, Gemsbock, Fallow deer, and Sika deer. Copperas Cove is the nearest town with a large grocery store - about 15 minutes away.
Activities near Kempner
  • Hiking

  • Biking

  • Fishing

  • Wildlife watching

18 species of exotic wildlife free-roam the ranch. Prepare to be serenaded to sleep by the haunting songs of coyotes and awaken to the melodic calls of various bird species.
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Things to know

Arrival and departure

  • Check-in: From 03:00 AM

  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

House rules

  • No infants allowed
    Under 2 years old

  • Pets allowed
    Extra charge

  • No smoking

  • No parties

  • No events

  • Open fires allowed

  • Minimum age to rent: 25

Cancellation policy

Moderate

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