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As Seen on HGTV l Events Welcome l 18-Acre Ranch

Holiday home in Van Alstyne with kitchen and patio

Escape to The Bowen, a serene ranch retreat in the Texas countryside. With two houses offering over 4,000 sq ft of living space, this property is perfect for families and groups seeking an elegant getaway. Enjoy ambient lighting on the large patios or gather around one of two outdoor fire pits with wood provided.

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Entire home

7 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 224107 sq ft

Popular amenities

Gym
Fireplace
Dryer
Washer
Parking available
Kitchen

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

As Seen on HGTV l Events Welcome l 18-Acre Ranch

68.8 miles to AT&T Stadium - Home to the World Cup!

AS SEEN ON HGTV! Escape to The Bowen, a sprawling ranch retreat just 23 minutes from McKinney. This 18-acre gated property offers two houses with approximately 4,000 sq ft of indoor living space, perfect for families and groups seeking a serene getaway in the Texas countryside.

The Bowen is ideal for weddings, birthday parties, and corporate retreats. Contact us to plan your special event in this rustic yet elegant setting amidst the natural beauty of our ranch.

Entire property accommodates up to 22 overnight guests

- Main House: 4 bedrooms, 4 baths

- Barndominion: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths

- The Venue barn: 2 half baths, kitchenette with two large fridges, tables, white wedding chairs, and romantic lighting. We have an event fee of $1500 for up to 60 guests which includes all of the above, please let us know if we can help host your special event.

Outdoor Spaces
- Large patios with ambient lighting
- Two outdoor fire pits (wood provided)
- Pickleball court
- Large firewood grill for BBQ
- Ample areas for entertainment and events
- Foosball
- Ping pong table

See more of our property here: https://www.theboweneventvenue.com/

Property amenities

Internet

Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Parking on site

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Kitchen island
Kitchenette
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

7 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

4 bathrooms
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Fireplace
Living room

Entertainment

Smart TV

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Work spaces

Desk
Desk chair

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rugs in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No lift
Single level property
Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

In a rural location
Near a hospital

Things to do

Foosball table
Gym
Outdoor pickleball court
Table tennis
Basketball nearby

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher

General

Garden
Unit size: 4,107 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

1 total pets

Note from host: No dogs in the Barndominium or near our animals

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Event fee of $1500

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 60

Note from host: Event fee of $1500

Long-term renters welcome

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Van Alstyne, TX

What's nearby

Collin County Courthouse - 21 min drive - 31.9 km
Collin College - 22 min drive - 34.9 km
Austin College - 24 min drive - 40.8 km
Allen Premium Outlets - 28 min drive - 46.6 km
Allen Event Center - 29 min drive - 47.4 km

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
‪Grace Place - ‬15 min drive
‪Jack in the Box - ‬8 min drive
‪El Patio Escondido Mexican Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
‪The Railyard Taproom - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is As Seen on HGTV l Events Welcome l 18-Acre Ranch pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at As Seen on HGTV l Events Welcome l 18-Acre Ranch?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at As Seen on HGTV l Events Welcome l 18-Acre Ranch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at As Seen on HGTV l Events Welcome l 18-Acre Ranch?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is As Seen on HGTV l Events Welcome l 18-Acre Ranch located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 25 miles (40 km) of Collin County Courthouse, Collin College and Eden Hill Farm & Vineyard. Collin County History Museum and McKinney Repertory Theatre are also within 25 miles (40 km).

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10/10 Excellent

Josh P.

13 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What an incredibly fun place to stay. It handled our large group easily, gave everyone space and fun things to do.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Destiny M.

28 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot for family getaway

Gathered my family for the holiday weekend and had a great stay at this property. The house and bedding were in great condition and clean. We enjoyed the many spots around the house to host and hang out with family. The water pressure in the showers was perfect. My favorite part of our stay was walking around the property early in the morning. We will most definitely look into booking this property again, when in the area.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Granville T.

11 Dec 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Celebration

Great celebration, great hostess (Casey)! Great venue! 5 Star!!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen H.

17 Dec 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Place!

Our family was attending a wedding in the area. The houses were clean and organized with all necessary amenities. The host was very nice and tended to any needs we had. Thank you so much for sharing your place. Thoroughly enjoyed it!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mariah C.

2 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Wedding Weekend

Gorgeous scenery on the ranch, constant communication and quick answers to all our questions, plenty of beds and space for us and wedding party to sleep, everything was clean, almost everything you would need in the kitchen areas. It was so nice to come Thursday, set up Friday, have the wedding on Saturday and clean up Saturday night and finish up Sunday morning. Best decision having our wedding here!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024