The house was very clean and comfortable and surroundings were quiet and relaxing. Restaurants, stores, and anything else needed were close and easily accessible.
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Handpicked vacation rentals & boutique hotel suites across Stephenville, Granbury & Glen Rose — personally managed, five-star rated, and always bookable direct.
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Stephenville · Granbury · Glen Rose
Five-Star Stays Across Texas Hill Country
From boutique hotel suites to lakefront retreats — book direct and save.
At Elysian Vacation Rentals, we personally manage every property to make sure your stay is clean, comfortable, and exactly as described. No surprises, no middleman fees — just genuine Texas hospitality from a family-run team that actually cares.
Whether you're visiting Tarleton State University, exploring Glen Rose's dinosaur trails, or relaxing on Lake Granbury, we have the perfect home base for your trip. Pet-friendly options, historic boutique suites, golf course retreats, and lakefront homes — all bookable direct.
Stephenville, TX
Home of Tarleton State University & the Cowboy Capital of the World
Stephenville is one of Central Texas's most underrated destinations — a charming small city with a big personality. Home to Tarleton State University, a thriving downtown square, legendary BBQ at Hard Eight, live music at Twisted J, and some of the best Tex-Mex in Texas. Whether you're coming for a Tarleton event, a family weekend, or just a change of scenery, Stephenville delivers.
We have more properties here than anywhere else — from the historic Gallery House Boutique Hotel steps from campus to family homes with massive backyards built for fun.
Granbury, TX
Lakeside charm on the banks of Lake Granbury
Granbury is the kind of place people stumble into and never want to leave. A beautifully preserved historic square, waterfront dining, boutique shopping, live theater, and the sparkling waters of Lake Granbury just steps away. It's the perfect weekend escape from Dallas or Fort Worth — close enough to be easy, far enough to actually unwind.
Our Granbury properties put you right in the heart of it all — lake views, peaceful surroundings, and everything the square has to offer within easy reach.
Glen Rose, TX
Dinosaur trails, Fossil Rim & the Paluxy River
Glen Rose is Central Texas's most surprising destination. Famous for its dinosaur tracks along the Paluxy River, Fossil Rim Wildlife Center, and the Somervell County Expo — it's an outdoor lover's dream with a small-town heart. Families, nature enthusiasts, and anyone who needs a genuine escape from the city will find exactly what they're looking for here.
Our Glen Rose property gives you a quiet, comfortable home base to explore everything this one-of-a-kind town has to offer.
Why Book Direct With Us?
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Skip the Airbnb and Vrbo service fees. The lowest price
is always on our site — book here and keep that money
for your trip.
Real People, Real Support
When you book direct you get our personal contact info. Text or call us directly — no chatbots, no ticket systems, no waiting.
Flexible & Personal
Need an early check-in, a late checkout, or help picking the right property? We work with direct guests first. Platforms get the leftovers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are your check in & check out times?
What are your check in & check out times?
Our Check in time is 3pm. Our check out time is 10am.
Do your rentals have fully equipped kitchens?
Do your rentals have fully equipped kitchens?
Yes! All of our vacation rental homes apart from the boutique hotel rooms have fully equipped kitchens. This means they come with all major appliances, eating utensils, plates, cups, bowls, pots and pans etc. All of the amenities in each property are in the listing, but all are equipped with the basics!
Are Linens and Towels Provided?
Are Linens and Towels Provided?
Yes! All of our vacation rentals have provided linens and towels. This means there are enough towels for all guests and our beds are professionally cleaned and made for each stay.
Do youre vacation rentals allow pets?
Do youre vacation rentals allow pets?
Yes! Most of them are pet freindly, excluding the hotel rooms. Reach out to us if you are unsure on a property. Be sure to check the "Pets" option at checkout.
Where are your properties located?
Where are your properties located?
The majority are located in Stephenville, TX. We also have some in Granbury, and Glen Rose Texas.
WHAT OUR GUESTS ARE SAYING
5.0
from 773 reviews
Great home walkable to TSU. Bakery across the street with yummy food. Well-kept home, lots of space. Looking forward to going back with the family.
The Purple House was a great place to stay. We were in town for a wedding and had everything we needed for our stay. The house was clean and well-equipped. My one critique is that the house needed to have curtains on the windows. The windows had mini blinds. However, once it was dark outside, I didn't feel like I had as much privacy with only mini blinds. It was easy for outsiders to see through the blinds, especially in a neighborhood with houses close together. That being said, I would definitely stay at Kason's properties again.
The Gallery House is a very beautiful home. It is one block from the campus of Tarleton State University which made my weekend activities easy and I was able to walk to all of my events versus trying to find parking. The house has a private parking lot. Very easy access. I especially loved the pumpkin bread that was waiting for me in the room, freshly ground coffee for the coffee maker, and feeling of being home as soon as I entered the room. The bed is very comfortable and I had no issues getting to sleep. Book the Gallery House for your next visit to Stephenville, I know that I will be staying here again.
It was an adorable place the kitchen was cute retro! The backyard was nice too! All around adorable place would totally stay again!
Beds were comfortable, decorated nicely, communicated quickly…& if not for rain we would have enjoyed the cool firepit area! We had a great weekend here- thanks!
All was clean and nice. Beds were comfortable and the pillows. Couch was nice and fit everyone.
Great place to stay right off the square. Would definitely recommend and would stay again in the future.
About Us
A Family-Run Company That Actually Cares
Hi, I'm Kason — a Tarleton State grad and founder of Elysian
Vacation Rentals. My wife and I personally manage every property
in our portfolio, which means when you book with us, you're not
dealing with a faceless management company. You're working with
people who genuinely want your stay to be exceptional.
Every home is professionally cleaned, fully stocked, and exactly
as described. If something comes up during your stay, we're
reachable and we handle it fast. That's the difference between
booking direct with us and booking through a platform — you get
real people, not a call center.
We started in Stephenville and have grown to serve Granbury and
Glen Rose because we believe every corner of Central Texas
deserves properties worth staying in. We're proud of what we've
built and we'd love to host you.
Ready to book your stay?
Book direct with us for the best rate.