Five bedrooms, seven beds, a dining table for eight and four more seats at the island. Nobody books a second hotel room.
Pool, ping pong and a TV out through the garage, so the kids (and the uncles) can stay up while the main house stays quiet.
A covered patio with the flat-top grill and outdoor dining, a fenced yard, and chairs around the fire.
Family Day mornings start easy: a short, low-traffic drive from Elgin, then back to a real kitchen for the celebration meal.
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The home
Shadow Ridge Retreat is a single-level, 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath house in a quiet Elgin neighborhood, 15–20 minutes from Fort Sill and a short drive to the Wichita Mountains. It's set up for big families: graduation weekends, reunions, holidays, hunting trips and longer work stays.
Cook together in the open kitchen with its granite island, full cookware, Keurig, crockpot and blender. Eight fit at the dining table and four more at the island. Out through the attached garage, the game room has a pool table, ping pong and a TV. Out back, the covered patio has outdoor dining and a propane flat-top grill, and the fenced yard has lawn games and a fire pit.
The primary bath has a jetted soaking tub and walk-in shower. Every bedroom has a TV, and there's fast Wi-Fi, a washer and dryer, and a dedicated workspace. Check-in is self-service with a smart lock.
Sleeping arrangements · 7 beds, sleeps 12
What this home offers
Outdoors
- Covered patio with outdoor dining
- Propane flat-top grill
- Fire pit (firewood for purchase)
- Fenced backyard & lawn games
Entertainment
- Game room with pool table
- Ping pong
- TVs in every bedroom
- Kids' books & toys
Kitchen & dining
- Full kitchen with granite island
- Dishwasher, oven, microwave
- Keurig, crockpot, blender
- Dining for 8 + 4 bar seats
Comfort & access
- Single-level home
- Self check-in (smart lock)
- Fast Wi-Fi & dedicated workspace
- Washer & dryer
- Central A/C & heat
- Travel crib & Pack 'n Play
- Storm shelter on the property
- Free driveway parking
Things to do nearby
Drive times are approximate, from the house.
Planning a graduation weekend? Read our Fort Sill graduation guide or things to do near Fort Sill.
Good to know
Where you'll be
A quiet residential neighborhood in Elgin, just northeast of Lawton. A car is recommended. The exact address is sent after you book.
Guest reviews
“The home exceeded all of our expectations!! House is huge in person! We visited for my Brother’s Family/Graduation day… the game room kept all of us entertained! The open concept in the living area/kitchen is great when all you want is stay together after not seeing your loved one for weeks! House is only 18 mins away from Fort Sill, drive there was smooth, no traffic at all.”
“The home was beautiful, spacious, and perfect for our large family celebrating our soldier’s graduation from Fort Sill… We loved the outdoor space and especially appreciated the fully equipped kitchen, which allowed us to prepare a home-cooked celebration meal. James and his team communicated with us throughout the entire booking process and made everything seamless.”
“There is absolutely nowhere else we will stay when in the area again. From booking, to checking out, it was a truly wonderful experience. Perfect when traveling with a large family or with grandparents.”
“Everyone enjoyed the game room and there were toys for the toddler to play with… And OMG, the master bathroom. The jetted tub is 5 stars on its own! The host, James, is great! He is easy to get a hold of and replies quickly.”
“We were there as a big family to celebrate our son’s BCT graduation and family day! The home is very accommodating and very spacious for our family. The game room was a hit… It felt like a home away from home and very welcoming.”
“We stayed for my husband’s AIT graduation and it was the perfect place… The house was beautiful. It came with the game room where we all played pool… My favorite part of the house was the master bathroom, a big old shower and a bathtub that had Jacuzzi jets. James was very attentive.”
“Lovely property with a lot of space for the grandkids to run around.”
“We had an amazing time, we felt right at home. The place was amazing, lots of space, perfect for family fun. The host James was amazing. Definitely would recommend.”
“Plenty of room for our family to spend time together! Clean. Comfortable. Definitely recommend a stay!”
“Great place for me and my family to stay while we watched our son graduate from Ft Sill!”
“The house was beautiful, clean, and accommodating for our whole family. Nice and safe neighborhood. I would recommend to a friend.”
“It was absolutely perfect!! Exactly what we were expecting and more. Felt so comfortable. It was just what we wanted to have my son’s army graduation and have the family get together.”
“Our family enjoyed our stay at this home. It was clean and well stocked. Perfect place to take our soldier to visit and relax on family day prior to graduation.”
“We loved the home. We really enjoyed our stay. It was clean and looked exactly like the pictures.”
“Great location with a beautifully decorated home. Well stocked kitchen. Game room was a hit with the family. Sleeping arrangements were great and accommodating for our larger group.”
“Very clean. Nicely decorated. Comfortable. Everything needed was at this lovely house.”
“Great place and environment.”
“Extremely satisfied all the way around! 10 out of 10 will highly recommend it!”
“Beautiful house, quiet area with good food close by. Perfect for our trip to attend our son’s BCT graduation at Fort Sill.”
“Nice house in a good neighborhood. Only down fall is the 5th room/game room was a small room that you go through garage to get to. Not good for smaller children.”
“This home is open in the common areas, which is great when you're spending time with family you don't see much. The bedrooms were separated enough to give everyone private space. James communicated very well and was responsive to messages.”
“Everything about our day was perfect, beautiful home, perfect location, and the host was amazing when it came to communication.”
“The home had all the essentials needed for an extended stay to include a well stocked kitchen, games, and toys for the kids. Plenty of linens and extra pillows… Check-in/out was easy. We will stay again when we are in the area.”
“Our family enjoyed this beautiful home. It was clean and comfortable, we felt right at home. We will definitely be back when we visit Oklahoma again.”
“Beautiful property. Plenty of space for 12 guests. Host was responsive and checked in on us to see if we had any issues or needed assistance with anything.”
“Very comfortable and clean. James our host was great, couldn't ask for a better place or host.”
Frequently asked questions
How far is the house from Fort Sill?
About 15–20 minutes by car. The house is in a quiet neighborhood in Elgin, just northeast of Lawton, and the drive in to post is straightforward with little traffic.
Can we celebrate a graduation at the house?
Yes, for a family celebration. Daytime visitors are welcome, and up to 12 guests on the reservation can stay overnight. Parties and events aren't allowed, and quiet hours are 10 PM to 7 AM.
How many people does the house sleep?
Up to 12 overnight guests in 7 beds: a king in the primary bedroom, queens in bedrooms 2 and 3, twin bunks in bedroom 4, a futon in the game room and a pull-out sofa in the living room. An air mattress and Pack 'n Play are available.
What are check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is 4 PM and checkout is 11 AM. Check-in is self-service with a smart lock, so you can arrive on your own schedule.
Is the house dog-friendly?
Yes. Up to 2 dogs are welcome for a $125 fee per stay. Please tell us about them when you book and keep them off beds, furniture and carpet. No cats or other animals; service animals are always welcome.
Is there a security deposit?
Yes. A $400 refundable deposit is placed on your card 2 days before check-in and refunded within 2 days after checkout if there's no damage, missing items or rule violation. A rental agreement and ID verification are also required, and the person booking must be 21+ and staying at the house.
Where do we park?
In the driveway, which fits several vehicles. The garage isn't for parking; it's the walkway to the game room and a handy spot for loading luggage.
What happens in severe weather?
There's a storm shelter on the property for emergency use. We'll walk you through it in your check-in instructions.
Can I smoke at the house?
Outside only, on the patio, where there's a sand-filled basket for butts. No smoking or vaping inside the house, garage or game room; a $300 fee applies if smoke is detected indoors.
Are there cameras?
Exterior cameras cover the driveway and outdoor entrances only. There are no cameras inside the home, garage or game room.
Do you host longer stays for PCS or TDY?
Yes. The house has a dedicated workspace, fast Wi-Fi, a full kitchen and a washer and dryer. Pick your dates in the booking calendar, or message us before you book if your dates are still moving.
Why book direct instead of Airbnb or Vrbo?
Same house, same host, but without the service fee the booking sites add on top, which is often 12–15% or more. You book through our secure Hospitable checkout and talk straight to us.
Why book direct?
Same house, same host, a better deal for both of us.
No booking-site fees
Airbnb and Vrbo add a service fee on top, often 12–15% or more. Book here and it stays in your pocket.
Built for Fort Sill families
Graduations, Family Day, PCS and TDY moves. Ask us about dates and we'll help you plan the trip.
Straight to the host
No middleman. You're talking to the veteran-owned family who owns and cares for the home.
Your Fort Sill weekend starts here
Check the calendar and lock in your dates. Graduation weekends fill up early, so book as soon as you know yours.
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