Granbury is a distinctive city filled with charm, entertainment and excitement. Visitors enjoy the backdrop of the Texas outdoors along with the activities it offers. Barely a quick drive from Dallas and Fort Worth, this fascinating place offers fishing, hiking and bird watching just to name a few outdoor activities.
Lake Granbury was created in 1969 by the DeCordova Bend Dam. This 30 mile long lake has 103 miles of shoreline. The lake holds weight records for channel catfish, hybrid striped bass and large and small mouth bass. There are boat docks, a boat launch, and fishing dock at the resort with paddle boats on hand for use (Seasonal). Neighboring marinas offer boat rentals and charter fishing. Canoeing or tubing along the Brazos River is additionally a popular sport.
The vacation home rentals in Granbury range from small cabins to villas. The Inn on Lake Granbury is a well-appointed bed and breakfast found directly on the lake and within walking distance to the historic business district of Granbury, Texas. Featuring nearly two acres of landscaped gardens, a flagstone pool with waterfall, scenic lakefront views and fantastic furniture, this bed and breakfast will spoil you with extras. Every room is beautiful and the service is top notch. For further information about this bed and breakfast vacation rental, visit their website.
The Arbor House Bed and Breakfast is an additional suggested home to stay in luxury in Granbury. This romantic bungalow has a number of decadent rooms. The hosts of the Texas inn present such services as a birthday or anniversary cake for two, in room massages, roses delivered to your room, chocolate covered strawberries, and more. For more information about this incredibly unique vacation rental, visit their web site at.
For extra romance, book a horse and carriage ride through downtown Granbury. Brazos Carriage will engage you on a tour of the city and even offers a few extra unique activities such as a Proposal Package. For more information, or to reserve a carriage ride, call them at 1-817-723-2322.
Lake Granbury is fed by the Brazos River and has great fishing opportunities. The lake contains Largemouth bass, Striped bass, White bass, Channel and Flathead catfish, White Crappie and Sunfish. There are boat rentals and fishing excursions that can be scheduled through your vacation rental or from many of the surrounding piers and docks.
Old Granbury Town Square is a lovely way to spend the afternoon. Listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1974, the Square is described by the Department of the Interior as “one of the most complete examples of a late 19th century courthouse square in Texas.” The refurbishment of the Hood County Courthouse, constructed in 1891, sparked the interest in restoring Granbury square. The restored buildings include fine vintage shops, gift shops, art galleries, cafes and restaurants.
Granbury, Texas is a wonderful holiday destination found just a short distance southwest of Fort Worth. There are many diverse historical sites to see, remarkable outdoor lake and river activities, fine dining, romantic getaways and much more.
