A Couples Retreat in East Texas, All to Yourselves
300 private acres, a hot tub under the stars, and no one else around.
Some getaways are about seeing more. This one is about seeing less—fewer people, fewer plans, and fewer reasons to check your phone. Set on 300 private acres near Jacksonville, Texas, Whispering Pines has no neighboring cabins and no shared spaces. For couples driving from Dallas, Houston, or Austin, that privacy is the whole point.
Time, Uninterrupted
There's no schedule here. Sleep in, or watch the sun come up from the porch with a cup of coffee. Take the canoe out across the pond in the afternoon quiet, or do nothing at all. The property is yours for the length of your stay — no other guests, no one passing by, nothing to plan around.
Evenings
The hot tub seats six, but it feels made for two. Under a sky with no light pollution, with the pond just beyond the deck and the fire pit crackling nearby, evenings here slow down on their own.
- 6-person hot tub, open year-round
- Fire pit with a s'mores kit included
- No neighbors, no shared walls, no noise
Couples have celebrated anniversaries, birthdays, and quiet weekends here without needing an itinerary or elaborate package. The setting does most of the work: privacy, water, stars, and time together.
If You Want to Leave the Property (You Don't Have To)
Everything you need is on-site, but if you're up for a short drive, Jacksonville has a few quiet spots worth the trip — local restaurants and coffee shops good for a slow dinner or a morning stop. Most couples end up staying put. Take a look at the cabin itself or what else is out on the property before you book.
— KylePictures don't do this place justice! It was beautiful and peaceful the entire trip. Riding around exploring the trails was endless and fun. The trails were very clear and kept clean. The pond has tons of fish, even caught a 7.9lb bass!!! Lots and lots of bluegill right off the dock for my 5 year to catch all day long. The house was perfect and beds were comfy. Hot tub was great under the stars. I wouldn't change a thing about this place. Book it and enjoy!!
What to Know Before Booking
Yes. There are no other cabins, no shared spaces, and no public access. The entire 300 acres is yours during your stay.
We leave a small welcome gifts like chocolate for every stay, and if you let us know what you're celebrating, we're happy to help however we can — we just don't run formal anniversary or proposal packages. Reach out before you book.
About 2-3 hours from Houston or Dallas/Fort Worth, and roughly 3 hours from Austin.
Two nights. But discounts apply for longer stays.
Some guests do share the retreat with one other couple. The privacy and pace hold up either way — it's just the two of you or the four of you, never anyone else on the property.
Ready to plan your stay?
No Airbnb fees. No VRBO markup. Communicate directly with your hosts and keep the savings.