Lindsay Ranch Guesthouses

The Historic Lindsay Ranch

   460 Lindsay Ranch Rd. Mason, Tx.76856

Contact us at 325-347-4052 or DHL4668@yahoo.com

The Lindsay Ranch is one of three ranches in Texas that allow people to hunt for topaz and the only one with lodging.

We have had rain, the weather is cooler and the topaz and other treasures are waiting for you.

Our 2018 rock hunting season ends September 30th. Check the availability calendar and give us a call if you want to get away this year.  

Our 2019 season begins January 15th. and ends September 30th.

To get the dates you want, make your reservations early. We fill up really fast. 

Two hours from Austin and San Antonio, Mason County is an official Dark Sky County. 

We have a large variety of birds and other wildlife so bring your binoculars and telescope.  

The following article was posted in TEXAS,

April 03, 2018, by Katie Lawrence.

MASON TOPPED THE LIST AT NUMBER ONE!

  "Do you ever wish life could slow down sometimes? Do you ever wish you could stop and enjoy the simple things in life more often?" 

 "Originally a stronghold against Native American troops, Mason was officially incorporated in 1858. Today, it has a population of about 2000 and a rich culture that can only be found in West Texas.

Between rock climbing, antiquing, the oldest movie theater within hundreds of miles, and natural topaz that can't be found anywhere else in Texas, Mason sure packs a punch for being such a tiny town."

Comanche Creek rises a half mile southwest of Mason Mountain and runs southeast for twenty miles, to its mouth on the Llano River.

In the mid-1850s, Comanche Indians often lay in ambush for the stagecoaches in the hills along the stream; hence the creek's name.

When Fort Mason was built in 1851, the creek supplied the fort with water. By 1928, however, it had become a generally dry watercourse with a sandy bottom.

The Eastern and Western branches of Comanche Creek run through the Lindsay Ranch and this is where most of the topaz has been found. 

On the Lindsay Ranch, we have two guest houses, secluded camping areas and 1,000 acres for you to explore from January 15 through September. 

  $$ WHAT DOES IT COST? $$

It costs $150.00 per night for two guests to stay at the Cabin on Comanche Creek or Mason Mountain Manor.

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

There is a two night minimum. 

The primitive camp sites cost $40.00 per day or night. There are tables, chairs, digging tools and shade.(Camp Site photos on the left.) 

Rock hunting is limited to our guests ... people staying in one of the guest houses or camp sites.

There is an additional charge of $15.00 for each guest age 18 and over to look for rocks. You keep what you find. 

Gift certificates are available.

Everyone who visits the Lindsay Ranch must sign a

Release of Claims and Waver of Liability.

   Ready to make a reservation? 

(1) Check the availability calendar on the left.

(2) Have a credit card handy to hold your reservation.    

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



 

Mason Mountain Manor

This remote, rustric retreat is 2 1/2 miles from the highway in the middle of our 700 acre back pasture. If you REALLY want to get away, this is the place for you.

The Manor has two bedrooms and a large porch.   

One bedroom has a queen bed. The second bedroom has a double and a twin bed. A day bed and bunk beds are in the living area.  

There is plenty of room for a cot or blow-up mattress if needed.

Click on the "Photos" link on the left to see the interior of the Manor. Scroll down for more information.  

 

The Cabin on Comanche Creek

This Cabin has two bedrooms; six beds, a porch and large deck. 

One bedroom has a twin and double bed; the other bedroom has twin beds. There is a daybed and a full-size futon in the living area.

The Cabin is close to the highway and only 5 miles from Mason.   

 Click on the "Photos" link on the left to see the interior of the Cabin. Scroll down for more information.  

Where you want to stay?

If you want to be closer to town, choose the Cabin on Comanche Creek.

If you really want to get away, Mason Mountain Manor is the place for you. 

Click on the links on the left to read guests comments.    

The Lindsay Ranch is north of Mason on US. 87.

   We want you to enjoy your visit, so, if you cannot stand the sight of a spider, a scorpion or perhaps a mouse, stay somewhere else; the Lindsay Ranch is NOT the place for you.

A vehicle that is higher off the ground than a regular car is recommended if you want to explore all of the ranch

 More about Mason Mountain Manor:

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

There are two gates to open and close. 



 The large porch has tables, chairs, a hammock and a wonderful view.   

There is a gas grill on the porch plus a fire pit and wood/charcoal grill outside.  

You can hike and explore, observe the wildlife, look at the stars or listen to the birds.  

Many guests bring bird seed or corn; then they sit back and watch what comes up for free snack.

Once you get to the Manor, you won't want to leave. 

     

More about the Cabin on Comanche Creek:

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

If you want charcoal, bring it. You don't need to bring wood, we've got that.  

   

Please "like" us and post your comments on the Lindsay Ranch Guesthouses Facebook page. 

We have Longhorn cattle. Bring your camera.

The Mason City Park has RV spaces and hook-ups. The host's number is 325-347-2064.

The other ranches that allow topaz hunting.  

Bar M Ranch

325-265-4223 

Seaquist Ranch

325-347-5413. 

STUFF YOU NEED TO KNOW

    

Ranch Entrance 

Five miles north of the courthouse on US 87.

If you are coming from Mason, the entrance will be on your left. 

The gate is closed to keep the cattle in ... not to keep people out!

Drive through the gate, fasten it, and follow the signs to check in. 

  

You check in at our house.

We will show you rocks and artifacts that have been found on the ranch, give you maps and tell you to have a wonderful time.  Clay and Deloris Lindsay on Mason Mountain when we were younger and the grass was green. 

 Bluebonnets on the old ranch road.

 April beauty on the ranch.