Side Projects: Eco Valley Ranch & Animal Sanctuary — Scott Likens
Hill Country ranch · animal sanctuary · real-world impact

Side projects with a little wild energy

Beyond AI strategy and emerging technology, Scott Likens builds things that are tangible: an 85-acre Hill Country ranch retreat near Austin and a farm animal rescue sanctuary dedicated to lifelong care. Two very different projects. Both deeply intentional.

Stay • Explore • Interact

The Ranch / Eco Valley

Eco Valley is an 85-acre Hill Country ranch retreat near Austin, Texas offering modern villas, cabins, tiny homes, event space, hiking trails, a pool, and hands-on animal experiences that make every stay unforgettable.

85
Acres
6+
Stay Types
Hill Country
Experience
  • Vacation rentals with modern comfort and wide-open Texas Hill Country energy
  • On-site animals including goats, alpacas, emus, and Highland cows
  • Ideal for weekend getaways, corporate retreats, celebrations, and team offsites near Austin

Why it matters

"The kind of place where you can take a sunset hike, meet a Highland cow, and still have solid Wi-Fi when reality barges back in."

— Scott Likens
What is Eco Valley?

Eco Valley is an 85-acre nature-forward ranch retreat in the Texas Hill Country near Austin, offering vacation rentals including villas, cabins, and tiny homes, along with on-site animals, hiking trails, a pool, and event space.

What animals can you meet at Eco Valley?

Guests at Eco Valley can interact with goats, alpacas, emus, Highland cows, and other farm animals as part of the immersive ranch experience.

Is Eco Valley good for corporate retreats?

Yes. Eco Valley is well-suited for corporate retreats, team offsites, and group celebrations, offering private event space, multiple accommodation types, and a unique Hill Country setting near Austin.

Eco Valley Hill Country ranch villa with panoramic Texas landscape views near Austin

Project Snapshot

Eco Valley

A hands-on venture by Scott Likens — part of a broader portfolio of places, causes, and real-world projects with lasting community impact.

Rescue • Sanctuary • Community

Animal Sanctuary / EcoValley Rescue

EcoValley Animal Sanctuary is a farm animal rescue near Austin, Texas providing lifelong care for horses, goats, sheep, chickens, and other animals who need peace, space, and a permanent home.

Lifelong Care
Focus
100% to Animals
Support
Austin / Hill Country
Location
  • Built around nature-first care, lifelong sanctuary, and respectful low-stress animal visits
  • Community-powered through donations, volunteering, visits, and animal sponsorship programs
  • Rooted in real rescue stories, including the legacy of Hot Dog, the horse that helped start it all

Why it matters

"A soft place to land for animals who've run out of options — and a mission built around dignity, long-term care, and community support."

— Scott Likens
What is EcoValley Animal Sanctuary?

EcoValley Animal Sanctuary is a farm animal rescue near Austin, Texas that provides lifelong care for horses, goats, sheep, chickens, and other animals in need of a permanent, peaceful home.

How can I support EcoValley Rescue?

You can support EcoValley Rescue through donations, volunteering, visiting the sanctuary, or sponsoring a specific animal. All proceeds go directly to animal care.

Can I visit EcoValley Animal Sanctuary?

Yes. EcoValley Rescue welcomes community visits as part of its mission to connect people with rescued animals and build awareness around farm animal welfare near Austin.

Rescued horses at EcoValley Animal Sanctuary near Austin, Texas Hill Country

Project Snapshot

EcoValley Rescue

A hands-on venture by Scott Likens — part of a broader portfolio of places, causes, and real-world projects with lasting community impact.