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"I was fortunate enough to be invited to the re-opening of the Bailey Bunkhouse last Saturday along with my family who are from the east coast. The Texas hospitality was outstanding, we all felt as if we'd been close family friends for years and the Bunkhouse and property were fantastic. Just looking at all the rustic relics in and around the Bunkhouse is a historic tour in itself and walking around the grounds with pond, pasture and woods is a scenic delight. Great job to Jeremy and Christine and the whole Wagner & Bailey family for having the foresight to build and keep such a fantastic facility going...and in the family."  
 
"I was lucky enough to be invited to the reopening of the Bailey Bunkhouse. I had attended the original opening when first built by my uncle, Bobbie Lee Bailey, and my dad, Wild Bill Bailey. Jeremy Wagner (Grandson of Bobbie Lee) and his wife Christine have done an unbelievable job of renovating the place. The new outside deck has a BBQ grill and can accommodate 4 guitar players. We proved that Saturday night. Jeremy and Christine -- thanks so much or the invite. Had a blast playing guitars with Jeremy, Zack and Derrick. Freddie Bob also did an excellent job on the harmonica." 

"How wonderful that you have preserved a place full of family history and memories!  We were looking for a quiet weekend away and we found it here.  There feels as if there is a blessing of peace on this bunkhouse that extends from the past to today.  We both grew up with grandparents having farms and families getting together at the home place so your retreat was greatly appreciated by us.  Thank you for sharing this special place!"  Richard and Tammy Reno – Midlothian, Texas

"We had a great time!  Our kids loved it and wanted to stay longer.  The boys caught bass, catfish, and brim in the pond.  It was a very relaxing and rested weekend.  We will be back.  Shane, Kim, Gage, Gaston, and Gabby Campbell."  – Flower Mound, Texas
 

"What a magical, old-fashioned Christmas celebration we had at your bunkhouse!  It would take us several more days to discover all the special, homey touches the Bailey family has shared with the guests.  Our five grandchildren were entertained from the moment they arrived until they departed.  The loft is a great place for hide and seek!  Wishing your family many blessings in 2009." --  Robert and Rebecca Puster, Kimberly and Ryan Bety, Jack and Meredith, Jeff and Nancy Cox, Byion, Christopher, and Mathew. 

"Thank you so much for a very long and enjoyable, memorable weekend!"  The Hopkins Family 
 

"We brought a group of youth competitors and families.  The kids had a great time running around and having fun.  Our whole group truly enjoyed the Bunkhouse."  Williamson County Shotgun Sports
 

"Thank you so much for the opportunity to stay in your lovely bunkhouse.  It is very beautiful and peaceful out here.  I hope to be back soon!"  The Blanton Family
 

"Everything was great!  The kids had a ball fishing off the dock, and caught about 20 perch and bluegill in the evening.  Thanks for a great place to stay."  The Diens Faier Family
 

"You have enhanced the Bunkhouse but have left the peaceful, homey feeling.  Thank you for having us in your home away from home.  We come to see the Dogwoods and we enjoyed the sights as always.  Thanks for carrying on a wonderful Bailey Family Project.  Hope to be back here next year."   The Steinle Family
 

"Had great family fun fishing and playing pirates on the deck.  Every kid should have a place out of the 'burbs' like this.  Thanks!"  The Morton Family
 

"Popo, it was a pleasure to meet you.  Tell Jeremy thanks for keeping the bunkhouse!  We had a great time."  Bridget Gentry

"Absolutely wonderful!  The decorating is beautiful - including Jeremy's "little cowboy belt".  How neat is that?  Wow! We will definitely be back.  The kids loved it.  Thanks you again."  The Holland Family
Fabulous!  This is a home away from home.  We had so....much fun!
 
To Mr. Bob Bailey - Thanks for visiting with us.  We enjoyed learning about you, your family and the history of Palestine.  You have established a wonderful legacy for your family.
To The McDonalds – The Bunkhouse is lovely!  Everything was wonderful.  The fruit from your garden was the absolute BEST!  Also, thank you for the tasty veggies.  You are so kind and we are so grateful.  May God bless you all!!" The Cheesebourough Family 
 

"We had a great time!  The folks down @ Sweet Dreams Winery gave us a tour of their premises and let us sample the wine.  Good stuff!  We caught five good-sized bass in the pond and enjoyed the peace and quiet.  Thank you for a wonderful get-away."  The Bennett Family
 

"What a beautiful place!  We all wish we could stay longer!  You will be on our minds for future film projects.  In the meantime, we toast to Bill and Bob Bailey and all the Bailey family for the generosity and hospitality.  BIG TEXAS HUGS!"  Cinecal Film Locators
 

"What a wonderful place!!  We felt like we were at home in our own vacation house.  We absolutely love the bunkhouse and will definitely be back...although next time we will stay longer.  Thanks so much for sharing this place with us."  The Sanchez Family
 

"Adorable!  What a little piece of Heaven right in the middle of East Texas.  We cannot wait to come back and let others know about this great place.  Thank you for sharing with us."  The Cox Family
 

"Wonderful!  We made many memories with our children and their children!  Thank you."   The Martin Family
 

"Thank you so much for letting us stay here.  We had a blast!  Awesome Christmas decorations."  The Smith Family
 

"Thank you Christine for a great weekend despite the crazy Texas weather.  Thank you again for being so very flexible.  I will definitely pass on The Bailey Bunkhouse to friends and I plan on bringing my kiddos back as they would absolutely have a blast!!" The Fiddleman Family

"We were on a road trip with motorcycles and a car.  We're all high school friends from 1964 class.  This place was perfect and provided a great start to our road trip.  Thanks for the great facilities." 
 

"Seeing my 3 yr old son run around outside and then be so delighted to find a special corner full of toys did my heart good!  (especially after a long day in the car!)  More fun than a hotel, but had none of the fuss of a typical bed and breakfast.  Thank you!  We hope to come back someday soon!  I'll also never forget that Cid, who loves black and white westerns watched OUR GANG for the first time and love it!"  Nancy Jacksen and Lesley Gore, Gideon and Rebekah
 

"So glad we stayed here!  The kids loved it.  Can't wait to come back again.  Wyatt loved fishing and Eli enjoyed running around." The Montgomery Family
 

"We love this place!  At first the family was not sure about camping, but once they saw the place they loved it!  They enjoyed the pond, BBQ on the deck, playing around the yard, and of course the bunkhouse.  Thank you for allowing us to create some memories.  We can't wait to come back."   The Suarez Family
 

"What a special treasure!  We loved it and were able to relax, which was our primary goal.  We definitely will be back!  If only we had another day!  The owl that flew into the yard one evening was absolutely beautiful.  (not to mention the cardinals and other wildlife)"  The Wotherell Family
 

"Christine and Jeremy, WELCOME HOME!  We just wanted to say THANK YOU for all the sacrifices you make as a family, while Jeremy serves to protect our great nation.  God bless your family!"
The Mullins Family
 

"Thank you so much for sharing your bunkhouse with our family!  We love it here and our grand-daughter had such a wonderful time here.  She fished with her Papa and her Daddy and caught some really nice fish!  What a joy to see the young ones enjoy the peace and beauty of this area!  Mr. Bob came by this morning and we had such a great visit.  We hope to come back soon and hope we can visit with him again.  Thanks again for everything!"  The Mullins Family

"Thank you so much.  We had a great time, fishing, walking, sitting and eating.  The bunkhouse is wonderful.  Thank you for sharing it with us on my mom's 78th birthday."  The Noseman Family 
 

"It was a lovely stay with family.  Our 2 year old loved visiting the cows and horses.  Grandmother and Grandfather just loved relaxing in the swing.  Thank you very much for the opportunity." The Lasseter Family
 

"We had a wonderful time for our 7th anniversary.  Your bunkhouse was the quiet get away we were looking for."  The Lockhart Family
 

"This is a very peaceful and beautiful place.  I would love to come back and spend more time.  Thanks for having us.  Had a good time here with my girlfriend and my friends and my friend's family, plus gypsy Mike.  I miss hanging out with my friend Zeb.  Thank you for having us."  Friends of Zeb McDonald
 

"Had a wonderful time, very clean and well taken care of.  Thank you!  We knew when we saw the beautiful parking sign it would be a great time."  The Brooks Family
 

"Thank you so much.  My husband worked and I relaxed.  I soaked in tub for I don't know how long, for a much needed relaxing bath.  The cabin is a one of a kind charm.  We slept like two newborn babies.  Everything is clean.  We left it the way we found it spic and span!"  The Davis Family
 

"We really loved the bunkhouse!  Daphne loved being able to sleep upstairs.  She thought she was so cool!  I personally loved the claw tub!  I grew up with one and miss it so much, so that was great!  Christine - you are super great and so sweet!  I would have loved to have met you in person.  We will definitely be back when we can stay longer.  My husband even likes it!  He will be back.  It was fun going to the Polar Express.  It was great for the kids."  Donnie, Tamela, Daphne and Sydnee

"The Bailey Bunkhouse and trip to the Polar Express was exactly what we needed to start our holiday season.  The house looked so beautiful and we enjoyed all the decorations.  This is the perfect place to spend quality time with each other, very therapeutic.  We loved the family atmosphere.  We will be back.   P.S.  Thank you Mr. & Mrs. Bailey for the cookies.  They didn't last very long!"   The Coker Family
 

"We have looked forward to this trip since August!  Our 5 year old caught his first fish without help from dad.  We are already talking about a second trip out here with extended family.   Thank you for making us feel at home."  The Wilson Family
 

"My husband surprised me with an overnight stay here in the country.  It was wonderful to just get away for everything and focus on each other.  The accommodations were wonderful!  You provided everything we needed and then some.  I think we wore out the deck.  Thank you for a memorable 25th wedding anniversary."  The Lightfoot Family
 

"We've been trying to come for a few months.  Been on the waiting list…finally connected for a 2 night stay during the week!!  It was worth the wait.  The bunkhouse was awesome, my husband was very impressed and we had a quiet and relaxing 2 days.  I'm going to plan way ahead and bring the grandchildren in the spring.  Thank you for a great stay and if you're ever in the Galveston area come have lunch with us at the Tea Room.  By the way, a  customer told me about the bunkhouse and knew we needed a quiet weekend!  She was right on the money.  We enjoyed ourselves tremendously."  The Potts Family