O'Fannin Hospitality

08/05/2019

Thought those who follow ofannin hospitality might like to see a new arrival, albeit probably a short stay, who showed up a week or so ago. She was heat stressed, under nourished and worn out. Thought she might be a herd dog, that starts with P that I can't spell, but now not so sure. We are trying to put a little bit of a handle on her so that should someone want her she won't be such a handful. She has been here awhile and has become settled in.
She is actually snow white and very definitely a puppy, a BIG puppy. Her color has started to change, she now has champaign highlights, and at this rate, is going to be quite the cutie. This picture shows her after a romp in the water and mud that she seems to love. She annoys the heck out of the two "old dogs" in the house, me and Shep, but Shep loves searching the property with her every morning. Her name is "Baby Doll" and that seems to fit with her highlighted hair and a sachet that has more moving parts than a '47 Packard. She loves people and may earn her keep by becoming the good will ambassador for the guest house. We will keep you posted.

07/08/2019

HEY RODEO FANS! don't forget to book the ol' Ranch House at Pecan Creek so you can enjoy the rodeo in comfort. Walking distance from the rodeo grounds in Ladonia means you won't have to drive around or sleep in camp. Times awastin' so get busy we are looking forward to making your stay special.

07/02/2019

SUPER SUMMER FAMILY SPECIAL
Enjoy a fabulous summer with the horses, dogs and the whole clan. You could vacation on some overcrowded beach somewhere, or see the world from atop a very popular mountain resort, or visit some far flung place around the world. While there are places all 'round the world to visit, some of the best are here in America and that whole other country, Texas. No matter how much money you spend you will get the best value by spending time in our country, and you can't get more country than Ladonia, only a little more than an hour from the Dallas metro area and still a world apart. The North East Texas Trail runs through our area for you to walk, run, ride the bike, or your horse for miles along the wind swept prairie. Find the Pig and Whistle Cafe on the square in Ladonia for some surprisingly good food, travel to other nearby towns to seek entertainment treasures there or just stay in the Ol’ Ranch House enjoying the solitude and your own fine, home cooked meal from the well equipped kitchen. Rates are an unheard of low price of $60 per night for fifteen nights, or even better, $50 per night for 30 nights or more in a fully furnished three bedroom, two bath, great room layout home with all appliances for your convenience. Dates starting May 16, 2019 through September 15, 2019. Contact is through CL to make a reservation. Visit our website at https://www.ofannin.com for more information about the property or shorter stays at standard rates. 🥰

05/04/2019

please don't call, just text a request to 903-227-2964 and we will call you. All the best, Chris (we don't respond to unknown numbers, sorry)

05/04/2019

04/30/2019

SUPER SUMMER TIME FAMILY SPECIAL
Enjoy a fabulous summer with the horses, dogs and the whole clan. You could vacation on some overcrowded beach somewhere, or see the world from atop a very popular mountain resort, or visit some far flung place around the world. While there are places all 'round the world to visit, some of the best are here in America and that whole other country, Texas. No matter how much money you spend you will get the best value by spending time in our country, and you can't get more country than Ladonia, only a little more than an hour from the Dallas metro area and still a world apart. The North East Texas Trail runs through our area for you to walk, run, ride the bike, or your horse for miles along the wind swept prairie. Find the Pig and Whistle Cafe on the square in Ladonia for some surprisingly good food, travel to other nearby towns to seek entertainment treasures there or just stay in the Ol’ Ranch House enjoying the solitude and your own fine, home cooked meal from the well equipped kitchen. Rates are an unheard of low price of $60 per night for fifteen nights or even better $50 per night for 30 nights or more in a fully furnished three bedroom, two bath, great room layout home with all appliances for your convenience. Dates starting May 16, 2019 through September 15, 2019. Contact us through Facebook to reserve the enjoyment of a lifetime. Visit our website at https://www.ofannin.com for information about shorter stays and standard rates.

Pastured beef raised humanely with no chemicals, grass fed and finished. Come stay at our vacation ranch house or camp under the stars in our campground.

04/13/2019

Well we are tempted to say, this is the best time of the year to visit, and of course it is but then, there are so many other great times to stay in this "slice of Texas heaven".

Summer's coming and, of course, making foot or pedal treks through the canopied trails, running through Ladonia, is wonderful. Instead of going one direction all week-end, consider, staying around town at the O'FANNIN RANCH HOUSE. Start each day with an interesting "off the beaten path" trip that you discover in the area and gush about with friends later.

Riding your favorite horse along the trails and back roads is a pleasure that works best if you spend the week-end at Pecan Creek Horse Camps. Camp with fellow horse enthusiasts and ride a different direction each morning, first stop could be the Pig and Whistle, for a hand held fried pie breakfast as you leave town. Lord knows there are a lot of dirt roads in this country paradise and responsible riders might even be allowed to cross private property to see what you can see.

We do like to cater to families and holidays are a great time for family gatherings. Easter is a splendid time because it is usually comfortable for walks in the day but still cool enough, of an evening, to sit in front of the fireplace or outside at the fire pit, your call. Great way to recharge and head back to where ever that place is you call home. By the way, due to a cancellation, the ol' ranch house is available for 3/19-3/22 if you're of a mind to visit.

Well got to decide whether to do something constructive or kick back and just think about. LOL C,me

03/14/2019

You know I'm probably guilty as anyone of not seeing the forest for the trees sometimes. This part of Texas is kind of subtle and nothing really makes a big splash. The seasons kind of, sneak up on you and then, go away for little while just to mesmerize you. There are so many little bits of color and interest all around the ol' farm that it's easy to not see whats here. Not surprisingly, many times it is the guests that stay here that point out things or ask questions about what we take for granted. So, when you spend some time visiting with us don't be shy about noticing all that there is around here, big and small, let us know so we can appreciate it with you. All the best, Chris

02/16/2019

Hey everyone hope all is well. We have been dealing with winter and soon spring rains. Aside from making things muddy and wet there is one thing that results from those down pours. That is that it exposes a whole new crop of artifacts and fossils that have been encased in the Sulphur river. Hunting them down is a great family outing. When you stay at the OFANNIN RANCH HOUSE you will find an informational book on all the different types of treasure to be found. What was most surprising is what is actually important because, very often you would not think a piece of any import but, the book shows and explains what to look for. Come here one evening and study up on the best pieces to look for and then get an early start searching for buried treasure. Great to be outdoors getting fresh air and then coming back to the ranch house and rustle up some hot cocoa and s'mores then sit in front of the fire place. This is the best time of year to enjoy all of that, just thought, you would want to know. Oh and hey, here is another important fact. That area will be covered by a lake in the not too distant future and the hunting grounds will be lost forever. See ya'

01/11/2019

Hey everyone, hope your new year is as good as mine or better. With the new month of January it's a great time time to stay at the O'fannin Ranch House to enjoy mild weather in day and the fireplace of a cool crisp evening. Bring the whole brood with you and enjoy what nature has to offer or you can join us getting acquainted with our grass fed, grass finished, no chemical cow herd and maybe learn a thing or two. Enjoy meals at your "home away from home" or if making meals is not your thing make a reservation at some of the nearby eateries. Give your ears a rest from the din of the city a rest quietly here. You will know when you have been here long enough when your hearing returns and the country noises keep you awake. 'Nuf chit chat, lets get in touch through FB or at https://www.ofannin.com. 😍

Pastured beef raised humanely with no chemicals, grass fed and finished. Come stay at our vacation ranch house or camp under the stars in our campground.

12/30/2018

Well, we had a great Christmas with Desiree, Ben and all the family visiting. Great guests are just great guests any time of year but it is always more special on the holidays, especially Christmas, when the young'uns are about. Maybe, you can find time to visit our "little slice of Heaven". We'll be watchin' for ya'😍

11/11/2018

Great to hear from so many new folks. We love our 5***** guest home and we bet you will too! Come visit first chance or send a friend and let them tell you all about it. While you're here you can enjoy the farm life or maybe even buy some of our grass fed, grass finished, no chemical prime beef. Anyway, have a great day, all the best, Chris

Welcome to your home away from home! Located on the Porter-O’fannin property in picturesque Ladonia, Texas. A fabulous stay for the whole family!

10/21/2018

Things have been quiet on the old home front. As you may know we had a lightening strike fire at the Ofannin Ranch House and so, we were unable to accept reservations for months. The property has renovated and is better than ever. The holiday season, and all that means is coming and there is no better place to spend with family and fiends than in the country. New pictures of the re-do will be posted at a later date.

09/26/2018

Hey are planning a trip to the Dallas/Fort Worth area or if you live nearby and would like a unique and comfortable place to spend a few days head over to our website at ofannin.com and look into booking our OFANNIN RANCH HOUSE and check out our very competitive rates.

09/07/2018

Hey ya'll, we are fast coming on the holiday season what with halloween, thanksgiving, Christmas etc, etc, just around the corner. While there are places all 'round the world to visit in these times some of the best are here in America and that whole other country, TEXAS. No matter how much money you can spend you will get the best value by spending time in our country, and you can't get more country than Ladonia, only a little more than an hour from the Dallas metro area and still a world apart. Make a plan now so you won't be disappointed with a last minute decision and miss out on the OFANNIN RANCH HOUSE for the holidays. A great place for your family to stay or those out of town relatives. Contact us now, while you are thinking about it. [email protected] or check out our website ofannin.com

06/30/2018

Hey everyone hope you're having a great year. Any of you who have been waiting for the ol' ranch house to be renovated before you made reservations to spend some quality time away from the madding crowds, your wait is over. Though the new pics are not ready, the house is and you should go to our website and start picking your dates. Of course we are going to be the same ol' characters who enjoy having your company and we look forward to every visit. We still have the grass fed, grass finished no chemical beef in the back yard for you to look at and enjoy along with "Fernado" llama our guard critter and shep the wonder dog. By the way, to really enjoy our beef, you need to buy a quarter and taste it, then you are hooked. Check out our website ofannin.com and book a stay or buy some prime beef after all if we don't have it, you don't need it. 'nuf sed

05/12/2018

Hey, hello to all past and future guests of the OFANNIN RANCH HOUSE. We will soon be completing renovations of our 5***** facility in our little slice of heaven at Porter-Ofannin farm. The home of Texas Wild Beef, the finest grass fed, grass finished chemical free beef anywhere. Come enjoy a little bit of country whether you have a real good reason to travel or not. Explore the area or just "kick back" and forget about the world. We'll be waitin' on ya'.

04/22/2018

The NETT makes for a wonderful adventure, O'Fannin Hospitality is the perfect base for exploring.
https://www.texasmonthly.com/travel/traveling-130-miles-along-northeast-texas-trail/

Former train corridors pave the way for exploration and quietude through seven counties in this rural part of the state.

03/18/2018

Hey here's a thought. Got family or friends coming to town well, don't put up with them in your house, put them up in ours!

02/20/2018

Whewee, it's raining cats, dogs and a few other "critters" here in our slice of heaven. The rain, always welcome, will hopefully get the pastures growing strong. That just brightens the old homestead and makes the scene off the back porch, in our opinion, even better than the front. Green grass, little critters, birds, the cattle and our guard llama, Fernando, enjoying the first prelude to spring. The old ranch house is always a great spot to take it all in. Winter decorations are down and the spring show, inside and out, just beginning to take shape. Shortly the hummingbird and butterfly migration north will be passing through, feasting on the natural plants we keep around the place. Anyway, if your not already coming here you should definitely make a plan to attend. All the best, Chris

08/08/2017

08/08/2017