Inn Details
As you turn down the dirt road to the guest homes of Fox Meadows, you can leave the worries of everyday life behind you. Come let the stars be your nightlight. Let the birds be your wake-up call. Let the rocking chairs be your evening entertainment. We attract bird watchers, astronomers, outdoor enthusiasts, lovers, and couch potatoes.
Fox Meadows Nature Conservatory is located between Athens and Palestine on 50 acres in the Post Oak Savannah. There are 3.5 miles of hiking trails through natural grasses, around ancient trees and alongside beautiful native wildflowers. Take your lunch to one of five shady picnic areas and enjoy the many species of native birds. Spend the afternoon fishing in our five-acre catch-and-release lake and let the night sky amaze you with its endless stars.
Fox Meadows offers four guest homes that can sleep up to four each. Our guest homes offer a full kitchen, wood-burning or gas log fireplace, and indoor and outdoor dining areas. The guest homes at Fox Meadows are fully handicap accessible. Additionally we provide you with a continental breakfast in your home each day. So whether you are relaxing in front of a warm fire or enjoying the evening breeze on the front porch, you’ll find life in the country is great.
Location
- Location is best described as:
- Nearest major city: Palestine, TX (15 miles South)
- Directions to property:
Directions from the North
Go to Athens, Texas. Take Highway 19 South. Go 15 miles to Bradford. Turn right on Highway 837. Go 2 miles.
Turn left on County Road 468. Go 2 .3 miles to the bright blue barn on the left.
Turn left on Fox Meadows Trail at the first metal gate past the barn.
If you come to a new red brick house on the left, turn around to the gate behind you.
Directions from the South or the West
Go to Palestine, Texas. Take Highway 19 North. Go 15 miles to Bois D’Arc.
Turn left on Highway 860. Go 2 miles.
Turn right on County Road 468. Go ½ mile to the new red brick house on the right.
Turn right on Fox Meadows Trail at the first metal gate past the house .
If you come to a bright blue barn on the right, turn around to the gate behind you. - Nearest major airport: Dallas, TX (DFW-Dallas-Fort Worth) 100 miles
- Directions from airport:
Directions from the North
Go to Athens, Texas. Take Highway 19 South. Go 15 miles to Bradford. Turn right on Highway 837. Go 2 miles.
Turn left on County Road 468. Go 2 .3 miles to the bright blue barn on the left.
Turn left on Fox Meadows Trail at the first metal gate past the barn.
If you come to a new red brick house on the left, turn around to the gate behind you.
Room Rates (USD American Dollars)
All occupancy rates are subject to change
- State and local taxes may apply
- Accommodations: 4 Homes 4 people maximum each
- There are 4 guest accommodations (4 with private baths)
- Single occupancy rate is between $ 100.00 and $ 135.00
- Double occupancy rate is between $ 100.00 and $ 135.00
- The rate for each additional person is $ 15.00
Amenities
| In Room | |
| Air conditioning | Alarm clock |
| Board games | CD player |
| Ceiling fans | Coffee/Tea facilities |
| DVD Player | Desk |
| Fireplace | Fridge |
| Hairdryer | Ironing Board |
| Microwave | Private entrance |
| Radio | Satellite/Cable TV |
| TV | VCR |
| Videos | |
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| On Site | |
| Copier | Data port |
| Fax Machine | Internet Service |
| Telephone | |
Meals
- A Continental breakfast is included with room rate
- Breakfast is served from: Daily
- Breakfast is served in the In room
- Additional food services included in room rate: Fruit, Non-alcoholic beverage
Policies
- Minimum stay required (* Two-night minimum stay for weekends on Holidays and East Texas special events.)
- Smoking is allowed outside only (Outside)
- We cannot accommodate guest pets (Violation is grounds for eviction)
- Children are welcome (Well mannered and closely supervised)
- No childcare is provided
- Consumption of alcohol is permitted
- Deposit amount required (All reservations made require full payment and/or a credit card number.)
- Check in time is 3-7 PM and Check out time is 11 AM
- Cancellations:
For a refund, cancellations must be made 10 days in advance. Cancellation fee is $25. - Accepted by the following agencies:
Discounts available:Innkeepers
- Innkeeper(s): Craig and Jane Fox
- The innkeepers speak: English
- Pet(s) on the property: 0
Area Attractions
Antique Shopping, Aquarium, Art Galleries, Lake, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Fishing, Golf, Outlet Stores, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Winery, Zoo
Onsite or Nearby Activities
Bicycle riding trails, Bird watching, Fishing, Hiking trails, Outdoor Cooking, Astronomy, Picnicing
Palestine Nearby Cities
Noted below are the approximate distances from Palestine, Texas.