Do you like horror films? Did you watch the 1974 classic horror film The Texas Chain Saw Massacre? Personally I stray from things I cannot unsee. For you horror flick genre lovers, here is a refresher!
Are you brave enough?
After you view the official trailer below, do you think you’ll be brave enough to eat BBQ and stay in one of the creepy cabins behind the legendary gas station?
Located right off Highway 304 in Bastrop, Texas, is the scariest gas station in pop culture history and a Facebook landmark. The site has been restored to original quality. In 2016, the proprietors held the official grand reopening. And yes, they added four eerie cabins on the property so true Texas Chain Saw Massacre fans can spend a night. No thanks!
Check out their Facebook page to view videos that showcase the main character from the film wielding a chain saw. Yep, fun for the whole family – YIKES! All jokes and eerieness aside, this would definitely make for a fun stop on your road trip this year.
Interested in how to contact the new horror resort? The phone number to book a reservation is 1-512-321-SAWS (7297).
They also offer BBQ. There’s a sign out front that says “We Slaughter Barbecue.” Of course, they do. You will be greeted warmly…
Texas Chain Saw Massacre true?
Many believe that the film was based on the true story of Ed Gein who is suspected to have taken several victims between 1954 and 1957. Click here to learn more.
If you want to explore the lighter side of Texas, check out our Houston Guide on where to eat, chill, play and stay.
Travel responsibly taking only memories and leaving a near to zero carbon footprint. We are all visitors on this beautiful planet of ours. Let’s treat it and all inhabitants with love and respect!
A xenophile at heart, she lives to travel and loves to share her experience on Trip Jaunt (formerly Weekend Jaunt), an online travel community and hub she founded in 2010. She hopes that you will feel inspired to discover the world as well! Helen is a member of the North American Travel Journalists Association and the Academy of Canadian Film and Television.
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