Lindsay Ranch Guesthouses

   The Historic Lindsay Ranch

460 Lindsay Ranch Rd. Mason, Tx.76856

325-347-4052 or DHL4668@yahoo.com

 

We allow rock hunting. Come for the day or come and stay.  You may find topaz, the Texas state gem. For rock hunting, to reserve a guesthouse or a primitive camp site: 

 Call 325-347-4052

We will be open through September, closed for hunting season, and we will re-open February 2022.

My new book has been published. Go to Amazon.com and look for:

Good Times: Clay Lindsay A Good Man from Mason, Texas.

Second Edition

The People, Places and Events that Shaped His Life.

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"Good Times" chronicles six generations of an extraordinary Texas family. It also tells the story of Alva Clay Lindsay, an exceptional man who lived a long life of nearly 98 years. This tall, red-headed, fun-loving, witty rancher from Mason, Texas, made a difference in many lives. His legacy continues. 

The second edition contains two new chapters, additional photos, section headings and an index. There are 426 pages and 49 stand-alone chapters of Texas and WWII history plus personal stories of lives well lived.

It is a good read. It is available in paperback and as an e-Book. Go to Amazon.com. 

Look for Good Times: Clay Lindsay - Second Edition 

 The Historic Mason County Courthouse was destroyed by arson on February 4, 2021. 100% of the proceeds from "Good Times" are being donated to the Courthouse rebuilding fund.  

"I bought this book hoping to find something of my family in the Lindsay family memories and people of Mason County. I found that, and through the pedigree chart, I found the family connection I had been searching for.  

In addition, I found fascinating stories, along with facts and dates, of famous people and places in Texas. The personal section of Clay Lindsay and his wife, the book's author, Deloris, telling of their marriage and life together, is a beautiful story of mutual respect, love, and life well lived.

A must-read for all Texans and all those who want to be!"

Jo Counts

Thanks, Jo.  Deloris Haley Lindsay

 Review of "Good Times"  by Melvin & Marsha B. Pearland, Texas

 "I started reading the book "Good Times" by Deloris Haley Lindsay as soon as I received it. Our family and friends of ours had the privilege of having a deer lease on the Lindsay Ranch for several years before the passing of Clay Lindsay. 

On our visits to the lease, we were welcomed by a friendly couple. We shared "Good Times" with them on our many visits. Clay was that tall, lanky country guy with a country sense of humor. There was no pretense with Clay. It was, "What you see is what you get." He was also an incredible domino player.

This book is about Alva Clay Lindsay's family history. There is a lot of research, with dates, on how the Lindsay family migrated into Texas & Mason County.

 If you ever stayed at the Cabin on Comanche Creek or Mason Mountain Manor & had that personal contact with Clay & Dee Lindsay, you owe it to yourself to get this book.

THANK YOU, CLAY, FOR THE GOOD TIMES.

 WHAT DOES IT COST TO STAY IN ONE OF THE GUESTHOUSES?

$150.00 per night for 2 guests.

For each additional guest age 18 and over, add $50.00 per night.

Guests under age 18 are free.

We have a 2 night minimum.

There is an additional rock hunting fee. 

 Can I book online? NO

 Check the availability calendars on the left and then:  

Call Deloris Lindsay 325-347-4052 to make your reservation. 

ROCK HUNTING QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 

1. Can I come for the day and hunt rocks? Yes. 

2. What does it cost?

$20.00 for everyone 18 and over; $10.00 for ages  12 - 18. Children under 12, free.

3. What tools do I need?

You don't need anything fancy. We have sifters. Bring hand tools and a shovel if you want to use one.   

4. How hard is it to find topaz?

Finding topaz is pure luck. However, we guarantee that you will find a lot of rocks.   

5. Do I need a reservation?

Yes, call 325-347-4052.

6. Can I bring my dog? No.

7. How do I find the Lindsay Ranch? 

FROM MASON

The Lindsay Ranch is 5 miles north of the courthouse on US 87.  Watch for the "Beherns School Road" sign. Don't turn. Keep driving one more mile. The Ranch entrance is on your left.

There are two flags flying and water troughs by the road. The entrance looks like the photo above.

FROM BRADY

We are 22.3 miles south of the traffic signal by Wal-Mart & Ace Hardware and 5 miles south of Camp Air. The entrance will be on your right. 

8. What is the gate code?

The gate code is 4052 + SEND. 

Drive up the hill and follow the "Check In Here" sign. 

Watch this segment of Texas Outdoors about rock hunting on the Lindsay Ranch. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GC3O64wWGaY&list=PLohXTJpzZpI28LWFuKQczQ0PBPe7v19G7

 WHAT DOES IT COST TO CAMP?

It costs $40.00 per night. There are two campsites with tables and chairs but no facilities. 

   There is an additional rock hunting fee.   

 You can drive to the best places. 

There are tables and chairs by the creek.

You may stay as long as you wish - you keep what you find. 

 Most things on the ranch can sting you, stick you or bite you.

If a mouse, spider or scorpion will ruin your day, stay somewhere else.

A Release of Claims and Waiver of Liability is required as well as a Covid-19 acknowledgment.

  

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When you really want to relax, stay at one of our guest houses. Click on the "Photos" link on the top left. If you have questions, please ask.

If there is something you can't live without, bring it with you. 

  HOW TO CHOOSE WHERE YOU WANT TO STAY?

The Cabin on Comanche Creek is closer to Mason and to Highway 87. You can drive to the Cabin and to Comanche Creek in a regular car.  

Mason Mountain Manor is more remote and secluded.

It is 2 1/2 miles from the highway in the middle of our 700 acre back pasture. The Manor is the place to stay if you REALLY want to get away.

If you stay at the Manor, there are some rough roads you might want to explore, so a pick-up or vehicle with more ground clearance is recommended.

We have outside cats that we feed on the porch. If you are allergic to cats or if you don't like cats, don't stay at the Manor. 

 Scroll down for photos and more information. 

Ready to make a reservation?

1. Check the availability calendar on the left.

2. Grab your credit card.

3. Call Deloris (Dee) Lindsay at 325-347-4052.

Mason County is a Dark Sky County. Bring your binoculars and telescope. 

       Mason Mountain Manor - Photo by MMHall 2018

This quiet, peaceful retreat has two bedrooms, 6 beds and a large covered porch. 

Cabin on Comanche Creek 

 The Cabin on Comanche Creek has two bedrooms, six beds, a covered porch and a large deck.      

Click on the "Photos" link on the top left to see interior photos of the Cabin on Comanche Creek and Mason Mountain Manor.   

This is Oreo.  Photo  by Clay Lindsay.  

Pedro watches over the sheep, especially the baby lambs.  

To see beautiful Lindsay Ranch Photos, go to:

Deloris-lindsay.pixels.com 

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 Mason Mountain Manor

 You will be driving 2 1/2 miles on a dirt road. 

There are two gates. 



 There are tables, chairs and a hammock on the large porch. 

There is a gas grill and fire pit at the Manor. 

Hike, explore, look at the stars or sit on the porch and listen to the birds.  

Many guests bring bird seed or corn and enjoy watching what comes up for a snack.

     

The Cabin on Comanche Creek

The Cabin has a covered porch, a large deck, wood/charcoal grill, firepit and hammock.

We have wood. If you want to use charcoal, bring it. 

   

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STUFF YOU NEED TO KNOW



This is the Ranch Entrance 

From Mason, stay on Highway 87 North.

When you pass the "Beherns School Road" sign, the Lindsay Ranch entrance is the next entrance on the left. 

The gate code is 4052. Then press SEND. 

Follow the "Check In Here" signs. 

  

When you check in: 

• We will ask you to sign a release of liability
• Show you a variety of rocks, minerals and artifacts
• Answer questions
• Give you maps
• Take your money 
• And tell you to have a wonderful time. 

Give us a call when you want to get away. 325-347-4052 

Clay and

Deloris Lindsay

on Mason Mountain when we were younger and the grass was green. 

 Old Ranch Road.