Most vacation rentals promise you “peace and quiet.” At Bland Lake Hideaway, you’ll get that—but you’ll also walk away knowing your stay helped support global missions and maybe even discover a story or two about snakes in garages, bandits on the road, or a goat with serious attitude problems.
You see, Bland Lake Hideaway isn’t just a cozy East Texas getaway. It’s one of the creative ways the Consford family supports their calling as missionaries to Africa. And if that sounds unusual, well—you probably haven’t read That’s My Goat – And Other Missionary Stories by Author Joe Consford yet.
A Vacation Rental With Purpose
When you book a stay at Bland Lake Hideaway, you’re not just choosing a peaceful place to rest—you’re helping fund real-world missionary work. That’s right, every fishing trip, s’more, and Instagram sunset at Bland Lake is part of the Consford family’s bigger story.
And this isn’t just “support in theory.” The revenue from Bland Lake Hideaway helps send missionaries, train pastors, and provide gospel tracts across Ghana and Ivory Coast. So while you’re roasting marshmallows by the fire pit, somewhere across the ocean, a pastor is roasting his congregation (spiritually speaking, of course) with a fiery gospel sermon.
If you’d like to see what else the Consford family is up to, check out our blog.
Meet Author Joe Consford
If you’ve ever thought missionary stories were boring, think again. Joe Consford’s book, That’s My Goat – And Other Missionary Stories, reads like the lovechild of Indiana Jones and a Sunday school teacher.
Inside its pages, you’ll meet green mambas, roadside bandits, and the occasional bureaucrat who might or might not know what a passport looks like. And yes, there’s a goat who steals the show.
Joe writes the way most people tell stories around a campfire—with humor, honesty, and just enough suspense to make you check your shoelaces for snakes.
HOTS Coffee: Missions in a Mug
Speaking of campfires, nothing goes better with one than a hot cup of coffee. Enter HOTS Coffee, another Consford family project. Just like Bland Lake Hideaway, HOTS Coffee isn’t your average caffeine stop—it’s coffee with a cause.
Every latte, Americano, and cold brew supports the same missions work that Bland Lake Hideaway does. Think of it this way: whether you’re sipping coffee or sipping lake water through a straw because you forgot to pack bottled, you’re part of something bigger.
Why Bland Lake Hideaway Is Different
Other vacation spots promise luxury. We promise legacy. Sure, you’ll get a great night’s sleep in a comfy cabin, but you’ll also know your stay is helping missionaries continue their work in Africa.
That’s the real “amenity” at Bland Lake Hideaway: purpose. Because let’s be honest, most vacation selfies only make your friends jealous. But a vacation selfie that ALSO funds missions? Now you’re practically a saint with a selfie stick.
How You Can Join the Adventure
- Stay at Bland Lake Hideaway – Enjoy peace, quiet, and the knowledge that your rental supports missions.
- Read the Book – That’s My Goat – And Other Missionary Stories will give you plenty of material for your next campfire story circle.
- Sip Some Coffee – Order from the HOTS Coffee Menu and know that your caffeine habit is holy.
- Follow the Blog – Keep up with the latest updates right here at our Bland Lake Hideaway Blog.
Final Thought
Vacations are temporary. Good coffee only lasts until your mug is empty. But when you choose Bland Lake Hideaway, you’re linking your rest and relaxation to something eternal.
So go ahead—book that stay, grab that cup, and read that goat. Your soul (and your funny bone) will thank you.