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 runningdeer56 
 
 
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A Nature Lover's Dream Place It is so peaceful and quiet at Rainbow Hearth Sanctuary. I love listening to the lapping of the lake against the shore under one of the lakeside shelters or sitting on the rocks. I often see big fish swimming near the surface, blue herons fishing & vultures riding the wind currents. A walk up the hill leads to another beautiful view of the lake and to the ancient meditative Medicine Rock, which houses items & prayers left by visitors. The rooms are spotlessly clean and big! What a treat not to have to cook but to be served delicious, healthy food. This is my favorite Texas place to get away and unwind. P.S. Don't miss watching the colorful sunset and seeing more stars than I ever see in the city.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Gwendolyn G. 
 
 
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We've been twice.  This is a place that encourages you to disconnect from technology, eat clean, hike and sit in nature.  The food is organic, simple, and flavorful.  Salmon, chicken, or cod are common lunch and dinner options.  A small omelet or smoothie at breakfast.  Lunch and supper will likely be accompanied by a fresh microgreen salad grown on site with a variety of toppings:  jicama, tomato, onion, peppers, carrots, sunflower seeds, almonds, raisins, craisins, and 6 or more organic salad dressings.  There is usually a rice and quinoa side, a vegetable (sweet potato, cauliflower and brussel sprouts), and some kind of soup (lentil dollah, blackbean).  Snacks of yogurt, granola, apples, oranges, bananas, three kinds of toast, almond butter, and jellies and popcorn available 24 hours a day.  My husband loved the massage--he likes deep tissue--I found it overwhelming but prefer light Swedish massage and a shorter massage.  I did feel better the next day.  On property hikes are short, but have lot of vertical challenges and there are many quiet places that encourage you to just be still and absorb nature.  We visited about ten years apart and both times were great.  We stayed in the Blue Heron and it looks brand new (Dec 2022).  We plan to go again.  There are also many other hiking areas near by.  The food is served family style and caters to vegetarian/nutrient dense eating.  Think more meditation hippy than yuppie experience.  It is a place to focus on health and healing, not pampering and catering to whims.  Sleep number beds, big fluffy towels, organic soaps and hair products.  The 35 pictures that were available December 2022 are representative of the experience we had this month.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Roberta W 
 
 
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Much more than a Bed and Breakfast Our Valentines weekend stay at Rainbow Hearth started when we pulled into the driveway and were greeted by friendly "Shadow" and "Sunshine" the resident 4 legged welcoming committee, followed by Scott the human caretaker. We stayed in Blue Heron suite with the wrap around deck, but had the opportunity to visit the other suites while they were empty. The yurt looked the most interesting, but we were very happy in Blue Heron. Arriving on Thurs., we basically had the place to ourselves and we enjoyed the spa each evening following delicious, nutritious breakfast and lunch and dinner. I highly recommend taking the meals package because the location is fairly remote, one would have to drive about 20-30 minutes to anything resembling a restaurant/cafe. Besides the location reason, the food was fantastic! We had bodywork done by Brenda and I highly recommend her. She worked out knots with hot rocks and other special techniques (not your typical massage, for sure). There are well marked trails for hiking to Medicine Rock, as well as down to the lakeshore where we caught 3 fish. On our final breakfast, we were offered an omelet made from a freshly laid goose egg. Simply wonderful! Rainbow Hearth is more than a Bed and Breakfast. It is a sanctuary, a retreat, a chance to see stars at night, and a place to enjoy the silence and beautiful scenery of the Texas hill country.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Deborah S 
 
 
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Wonderfully Relaxing Getaway My husband and I enjoyed a wonderful stay here! We had the Blue Heron Suite which I highly recommend! Lovely and spacious and very private yet so convenient to the main kitchen/dining room and library areas. It does feel that you are sleeping in the treetops and you have a gorgeous view of the lake sitting at your table in your living area or from one of the two comfy recliners. You also have a private patio in the woods off of the bedroom as well as another deck with lake views. The room was super clean and very comfortable. As others have said, the food is terrific. We particularly enjoyed the black bean soup and the homemade chocolate really is to die for! The grounds are wonderful as well with several nice areas to sit and enjoy the lovely views and gentle breezes and even fish if you like. I got the massage also and loved it. Rainbow Hearth really is a sanctuary in every sense of the word, Mariah is an amazing hostess and has thought of everything to make your stay a memorable one. We are planning to return in the autumn, I can't wait.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 TxMelmo 
 
 
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left rejuvenated I took my mom here for her 60th birthday. We stayed in the Blue Heron Suite. It was perfect! It is a 2 room suite. The bedroom had a wonderful sleep number bed with wonderfully soft sheets. There is a private veranda off the bedroom that has a beautiful view of the lake. (The lake is rising, but still low. It is still beautiful.) The sitting room also has a gorgeous view of the lake. The weather was perfect to open the windows and listen to the waves and feel the breeze. The suite as well as the entire retreat was spotless. The food was wonderful. Everything was organic, and you can feel good about everything you eat here. Mariah is an awesome cook, and made the most delicious meals. The website lists example menus and gives you a great idea of what to expect. However, the surprising part is how delicious healthy can be with Mariah in the kitchen. Mom and I are both very pleased with our bodywork sessions. Mariah is very talented, and does a great job of releasing your stress. We can't wait to go back!
  
 
 
 
 
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