Before we made our way into Llano for the first time, I knew truly little about this small town in the Hill Country. To be honest I knew nothing about it, accept my buddies would head out this way Hunting. Now that I have had the opportunity to stay here and the surrounding areas… I can honestly say it is one of my very favorite towns in Texas!

The Phoenix Nest Guest Houses are where we stay. On this trip we decided to visit the “Guest House”. The Guest House is located between Llano and Mason off Hwy 29. Located on the Kassel Ranch, this home was built in the 1800’s and was home for 3 generations of the Kassell family.

In the mid 50’s there was a terrible fire that left it vacant for nearly 40 years. The house was completely restored in the mid 90’s with the original exterior still intact.

If this house is not enough, the ranch and beautiful landscape that surrounds it is even more grand. I spent endless hours outside with my better half trying to soak it all in. The porches were plenty worn out once we left. We sat outside, sipped on Iced Tea, and watched the sunset with the donkeys in the evening.  The landscape is another type of beautiful at night. In the mornings, I had breakfast made and coffee ready for the sunrise. It did not disappoint us and was always a great start to the day.

The Phoenix Guest Houses are the perfect place to stay while visiting Llano and they have numerous houses to choose from for different occasions. Not only are all their houses beautiful in their own way, but the owners are a joy as well. They are so passionate about Llano, Texas and I can see why.  

AMENITIES

You have the entire house to yourself!

• 2 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms (1 shower, 1 tub)
• 2 King sized beds
• Day bed
• Bunk beds with trundle bed
• Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher
• TV & DVD player in living room
• Luxurious comfy bedding
• Central AC/heat
• Ceiling fans
• Robes
• Washer/dryer
• Ironing board & iron
• Hairdryers
• Land line telephone
• Starry skies for stargazing
• 49-foot back porch with table/chairs & lounge set
• Nice front porch with table/chairs
• Chiminea
• Barbeque pit
• Walking trails
• Beautiful sunrises & sunsets
• Private romantic & intimate setting
• Friendly miniature donkeys
• Century old working ranch
• Texas Bed & Breakfast Assoc. gift certificates accepted.
• Gift certificates available
• Ideal for reunions, small retreats, conferences, church groups, sewing or quilting groups, family or friend get togethers, wedding party groups, and more!