THE PICKLEBALL RANCH — PRIVATE GROUP EVENT VENUE IN CRAWFORD, TX Year-round play. Screened-in patio. Texas country charm. A unique private event venue on 6 acres of peaceful Crawford countryside — just 20 minutes from Waco, Magnolia, and Baylor. Our custom-built property offers 5,800+ sq ft of flexible indoor space, a 1,000 sq ft fully screened-in covered patio, and the only climate-controlled indoor pickleball court in the Central Texas area. Whether you're planning a corporate team-building retreat, church or ministry meeting, milestone birthday party, bridal shower, rehearsal dinner, or private pickleball tournament, this space is designed for groups of up to 30 guests to gather, play, and connect in a private country setting. --- ACTIVITIES THAT WORK WELL HERE • Corporate team-building retreats, leadership offsites, and strategy days • Private pickleball tournaments, clinics, and social events • Church and ministry staff retreats, board meetings, and workshops • Milestone birthday parties (40th, 50th, 60th+) and anniversary celebrations • Bridal showers, baby showers, and rehearsal dinners • Family reunions and multi-family gatherings (daytime) • Small weddings and intimate ceremonies (up to 30 guests) • Photography and small-scale film shoots — multiple scenic backdrops, natural light, modern + country aesthetics • Intimate workshops and classes — cooking, art, wellness, small conferences --- SPACE LAYOUT — THREE DISTINCT AREAS 🏡 THE MAIN HOUSE — 3,000 sq ft Custom-built in 2023 with an open-concept layout ideal for groups to gather, cook, dine, and relax together. • Open kitchen flowing into a spacious living area • Electric fireplace in the main living room • Seating for 17 all connected: 8 chairs at the dining table, 6 at the kitchen island bar, 3 at a nearby bar table — perfect for presentations, group meals, or breakout conversations • Custom finishes, modern appliances, magazine-ready designer-curated décor • Two bathrooms available to event guests 🎾 THE PICKLEBALL BARN — 2,800 sq ft The only indoor climate-controlled pickleball court in the Waco area. • Regulation-size pickleball court • Full AC and heat — play any weather, any season • Abundant spectator seating • Full bathroom inside the barn • Loaner paddles and balls provided • Two large PA speakers with phone hookup — run your own playlist during tournaments or clinics • Optional paid sessions with our local paddle pro (rotates demo paddles from the latest releases — perfect for team clinics) 🪴 THE SCREENED-IN COVERED PATIO — 1,000 sq ft A fully screened-in second living space — weather-protected and usable year-round. • Two 8-seat outdoor dining tables (pushed together for 14 or separated for 16) • Comfortable couches with a TV for casual viewing or presentations • Propane grill with direct house-propane hookup — never runs out mid-cookout • Arcade 1-Up cabinets (Pac-Man, Mortal Kombat II, Asteroids) • Dartboard and cornhole (also playable on the lawn) • Direct access to 6 acres of outdoor grounds --- UNIQUE FEATURES & AMENITIES Pickleball & Games • Only climate-controlled indoor pickleball court in the Waco area — play rain or shine, heat or cold • Loaner paddles and balls provided • Paddle pro clinics available (team-building upgrade) • Cornhole, dartboard, arcade games (Pac-Man, Mortal Kombat II, Asteroids) • Board games, puzzles, playing cards, and dice Kitchen & Dining (Event-Ready) • Fully stocked kitchen ideal for catered events or group cooking • Full-size refrigerator, gas range, oven, microwave, dishwasher • Keurig (organic coffee pods + reusable stainless steel pods), electric tea kettle, French press • Organic starter pantry: organic coffee, Redmond Real Salt, pepper, organic olive oil, assorted teas • Plates, glassware, silverware, and serving platters for 16+ • 100% cotton kitchen dish towels • Propane grill with direct house-propane hookup • Scout & Cellar wine available for purchase on request (great for lunches, tastings, and afternoon sessions) Tech & Presentations • Reliable high-speed home internet — strong enough for presentations, streaming, and multiple simultaneous video calls • Smart TVs with Roku streaming throughout • TV on the covered patio for presentations or casual viewing • PA speakers in the pickleball barn Healthy-Home Environment • Whole-home water filtration + under-sink drinking water filter • Air filters throughout the house • Non-toxic cleaning products used throughout • Climate control in both the house and pickleball barn Country Setting & Photo-Worthy Backdrops • Private 6-acre property with panoramic country views • Quiet rural neighborhood — every home sits on 4–18 acres • Spot local wildlife (deer, rabbits, Texas birds) • Pastoral backdrops, vintage country aesthetic, and open fields ideal for photography • Watch the sun set across the pasture from the covered patio Access & Logistics • Schlage smart locks on the house and barn — keyless code-based entry sent before arrival • Reolink video doorbell at the main entrance • Plenty of uncovered gravel parking for multiple vehicles, RVs, and trailers • Fire extinguishers and first aid kit on-site --- CAPACITY • Standard event capacity: up to 25 guests • Maximum capacity: 30 guests • Seated dining: 17 indoor + 16 outdoor patio (simultaneous seating for 30+) • Pickleball barn: regulation court with spectator seating for 10+ --- LOCATION Peaceful Crawford, TX — a private country retreat just minutes from everything the Waco area offers: • Magnolia Table / Silos / Market — 22 min • Baylor University & McLane Stadium — 23 min • Downtown Waco — 22 min • Lake Waco — 20 min • Waco Mammoth National Monument — 18 min • Waco Surf — 30 min Regional reach for out-of-town groups: • Austin — 1 hr 50 min • Dallas-Fort Worth — 1 hr 45 min • Temple — 55 min • Ft. Cavazos / Killeen — 1 hr --- WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED To keep the property ready for overnight guests, the following spaces are reserved and not part of daytime event access: • Bedrooms (locked) • Hot tub • Firepit Catering is not provided — guests arrange their own catering. Happy to share a shortlist of local Waco caterers upon request (BBQ, healthy corporate, taco trucks, and more). --- EVENT GUIDELINES • Standard hours: 9 AM – 6 PM (evening extension to 9 PM available as an add-on) • No smoking indoors; designated outdoor smoking area available • No hard liquor or events without prior approval • Quiet outdoor hours after 9 PM to respect our rural neighbors • Damage deposit required for all bookings; Certificate of Insurance required for corporate/commercial events • We provide Wi-Fi info, local caterer recommendations, and paddle pro booking coordination as part of hosting --- Ready to host your next event somewhere truly memorable? Send an inquiry — we'd love to welcome your group to The Pickleball Ranch.