Author: Ryan Taylor
Our Event Center
Planning your wedding and looking for a cost effective, but beautiful, venue for you and your guests? You've come to the right place! Here at the Veranda Inn, we offer more than just a hotel for your guests. Our event center is the perfect option to host your wedding ceremony and reception, all in one. With our facilities on the same property, we offer a safe and cost effective venue for your event!
Our venue is perfect for not only weddings but also conferences, birthday parties, family reunions, and showers. We can help facilitate any wedding, conference, or event. We also have an event coordinator on staff to help you will all your needs.
Each of our 29 rooms are uniquely decorated in a Bed and Breakfast feel. Our King Room with Jacuzzi is always a hit with newlyweds.
In our event center, our rustic saloon will truly inspire. If alcohol is desired, our staff will ensure licensed Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) bartenders are scheduled.
Your “Dream Wedding” doesn't have to be a financial nightmare. Our caring and customer focused staff help you create the most memorable occasion that keeps you on budget.
Some of the services we provide:
- Entertainment for your event
- Winery Tours
- Top 10 restaurants in North Texas
- Photography
Our Event Center books up quick!
Call us today at (940) 825 5111 for more information.
Things to Do in Nocona Texas
Things to Do in Nocona Texas
Check our calendar for specific events and dates.
Other fun things to do in Nocona include:
Rednecks with Paychecks Saint Jo, TX
EVENT FEATURES LIVE MUSIC , Freestyle MUD HOLE COMPETITION The truck that puts on the wildest, craziest, mud slingin’ show… WINS! Competition is judged by how loud the crowd’s applause, Rock crawling course, including rock race competition, 5 acre Freestyle free-for-all mud pit, Separate ATV freestyle mud pits, including 2 NEW mud pits, Truck to truck pull-off, Campsites available; no electric/water; generators welcome, Helicopter tours provided by S&B Helicopters
Fishing on Lake Nocona
Nocona is a big largemouth bass lake. It starts in the spring and goes through summer. Spring fish are normally shallow, building nests in the cattails or under boat docks. Tube baits fished slowly can land a big bass. When fishing spawning beds, remember catch and release. She deserves the opportunity to reproduce and after all, she will be bigger next year! Early spring along the dam is a surefire producer. After the spawn, aquatic vegetation starts to grow and bass move out of the shallows to the edges of the vegetation. This is a good time to wacky worm or throw soft jerk baits. On into summer, top water baits and buzz baits will produce lots of action early and late.
Crappie on Nocona are big and can generally be found schooled around the many boat houses and sometimes in the standing timber or up Farmers Creek. Jigs or minnows work. Catfishing for both channels and blues is best in June when the main stream or feeder branches are flowing. In summer, fish crawfish, stinkbait, or liver over windswept flats. Let the wind push your boat along as you keep the bait on the bottom. White bass fishing is best in the spring when they make a run up Farmers Creek. Hybrid striped bass were last stocked in 1997 and may be caught on rare occasions. As with most lakes, sunfish are best caught near the bank around brush or grass, using worms under a cork.
Indian Oaks Golf Course (940) 825-4213
The 18-hole “Indian Oaks” course at the Indian Oaks Golf Club facility in Nocona, Texas features 5,792 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 70 . Designed by Earl Stone, the Indian Oaks golf course opened in 1935.
Red River Motorcycle Trails, Inc. (940) 995-2903
Red River Motorcycle Trails, Inc. (RRMT, Inc.), located in Bulcher, Texas, is a premier 2,700 acre off-road recreational park. This unique off-road mecca not only offers riders a place to test their skills and abilities on miles of varied terrain, but also serves as a wonderful place for families because it provides leisure and relaxation for all in one of Texas’ most beautiful, undiscovered paradises. People can ride their recreational vehicles while filling their days with other activities such as hiking, swimming, and lounging in the creek area. The park provides riders with challenging and rigorous trails that give people of all expertise levels enjoyment. While the RRMT, Inc. facility can be the perfect vacation destination, it also is the perfect training facility among professional riders. With some of the toughest terrain known to mankind in North America, visitors to Bulcher leave this off-road haven with a new appreciation for a “must ride” experience. With small town hospitality, this park & its staff are positioned to offer the most discerning rider a truly authentic Texas experience!
Tales ‘N' Trails Museum (940) 825-5330
Their Mission – The North Texas Society of History and Culture (dba Tales ‘N' Trails Museum) believes that the legacy of the past enhances and enriches the lives of current and future generations. We strive to preserve and interpret our history through exhibits, programs and archives that will evoke an appreaciation of our shared heritage and inspire a vision for our future.
Their Vision – The Tales ‘N' Trails Museum aspires to provide a portal for understanding our past, a mission for preserving and interpreting our historic legacy and a foundation for educating current and futrue generations.
Wineries:
- Arché
- Blue Ostrich Winery and Vineyard
- 4R Ranch Vineyards and Winery
Field & Stream Show in Nocona for the Outdoor Life
Field & Stream Show in Nocona for the Outdoor Life
Hunting and Fishing Gear and More in Nocona November 3rd & 4th!
It’s Nocona’s first Field & Stream Show! Outdoor equipment but an indoor venue! Come rain or shine, to be held inside at the “Ag Barn” on Hwy 82 just west of Nocona, Texas. It’s right on the highway, you can’t miss it! Only 50 miles east of Wichita Falls and 40 miles west of Gainesville.
All kinds of stuff for your outdoor adventures! Find everything you need for hunting and fishing! Guns, knives, lures, etc. Bring the little hunters and fishermen with you for a fun filled day! Might even find a piece of jewelry for mom, just in case hunting and fishing isn’t her idea of fun outdoor activities! Join us for the Field & Stream Show.
Affordable and Family Friendly!
Door Prizes and 50/50 Drawing!
Admission is only $5 for adults, 12 and under free! Entry ticket qualifies you for a door prize! Vendor set-up will be Friday, Nov. 2. Doors are open to the public Saturday November 3rd from 9 am – 6 pm, and Sunday from 9 am – 5 pm. For information call the Nocona Chamber of Commerce at 940-825-3526.
Veranda Inn Rooms
The Veranda Inn has 29 uniquely decorated rooms. Each room projects its own personality, from western, exotic, tranquil or southern charm. You can be assured of a one-of-a-king experience here at the Veranda Inn in Nocona Texas.
Each room has luxurious designer linens including down comforters in every room. Unlike other hotels or bed and breakfasts, our comforters are cleaned after each guest.
For your pleasure and comfort we provide Bath & Body Works toiletries in every room.
Our current room prices are:
- King Rooms $85
- Double Rooms $95
- Grand Double Rooms $105
- Grand Double Room with Kitchenette $105
- Grand King Room with Kitchenette $105
- King with In-Room Jacuzzi $145
- Handicap Accessible King Rooms $85
Amenities include Fitness Center, Business Center, High Speed Internet, Meeting/Conference Room Available, Continental Breakfast, In-Room Coffee & Refrigerators, and Non-Smoking Environment.
It is our pleasure to fulfill requests for private parties, catering and in-room gift baskets.