News and Views
We at Rocking M Ranch take pride in offering a great space for weddings, events and lodging. We like to think we fully embody the spirit of providing an upscale, rustic, Texan experience. Whether it's a formal affair or a "Do-It-Yourself" gathering of family and close friends, Rocking M Ranch can provide the perfect, customizable canvas to suit your needs and create the perfect day. That being said, there's always something happening at the ranch, so please enjoy our News and Views as we continue to share business ideas and "goings-on" at Rocking M Ranch and around our community. Please email or call if you have any questions!
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Summer 2022
The Heat is On
This summer brought the most rentals Rocking M Ranch has booked in its illustrious, 10-year career! We are extremely proud to be voted as 'Bastrop County BEST' in the lodging and wedding categories for the previous two years, and continue to enjoy 5 star reviews on popular short-term rental apps such as AIRBNB and VRBO. Whether it's a wedding, special event, or just kicking back in the country under the stars, we love hosting guests. Come and enjoy our
"Real Country, Real Close"
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April 2022
The Urban Cowboy Experience
If you've spent time in Smithville, then you know Jamboree is a BIG deal around here during spring time. The annual festival brings in tens of thousands of people every year, and 2022 was no exception. Well, this year's Jamboree turned out to be especially exciting for Rocking M Ranch. We were honored to sponsor housing for a few of the famous, including Mickey Gilley, Johnny Lee, and the entire Urban Cowboy Tour crew at our venue! MICKEY GILLEY AND JOHNNY LEE!!! Seeing them perform at Jamboree, and taking photos with them backstage was truly memorable.
We were saddened to learn the week after Jamboree that Mickey Gilley passed away May 7, 2022, just two weeks after lighting up the stage and the lives of small town folk in Smithville, TX. Rest in Peace, friend.
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March 2022
Walk This Way
A much needed addition to the venue, our new walkway enhances the outdoor venue space, extending from the back door of the lodge to the altar and ceremony area. This rustic but elegant path leads brides into the ceremony space for all to see and makes their grand entrance much more memorable. Made of crushed granite, the walkway is lined with cedar logs and allows for a more segmented venue space to separate formal dining tables from the more casual area dedicated to music, dancing, our pool and the fire pit area.
