About Rest Yourself River Ranch
Rest Yourself River Ranch in Mineral Wells, Texas, is more than a venue—it’s a retreat ranch built on faith, family, and a vision for restoration. Perched high on a ridge with the Brazos River flowing below, this family-owned property invites guests into wide-open skies brushed in pinks and reds at sunset. Towering trees, historic architecture, and gentle fountains create a setting that is both grounding and inspiring. From its Texas heritage roots to its present-day mission, the ranch serves as a place where lives are renewed and community thrives. When people step onto the property, the noise of the outside world quiets—they breathe more deeply, walk more slowly, and reconnect with one another in a space that feels timeless. It’s not just an event or a retreat—it’s a reset of the soul.
Meet the Team
Behind the Ranch
David and Jaye Arsement, along with their family, are the heart of Rest Yourself River Ranch. Their passion for hospitality, restoration, and meaningful connection shapes every experience on the property. They also founded Rest Yourself Family Ministries (RYFM)—a family-funded 501(c)(3) nonprofit located in Palo Pinto County. RYFM exists to offer Christ-centered rest, care, and support to women, children, and families in need. Although the ranch and the ministry are legally and financially separate, both are driven by the same purpose: to create places where people can breathe, connect, heal, and feel seen.
When guests choose Rest Yourself River Ranch for a wedding, retreat, or gathering, they become part of that larger story. The ranch allows the Arsement family to live out their calling of hospitality on a daily basis—and it fuels the heart and vision that also inspire their nonprofit work. Supported by a team committed to true Texas warmth, they strive to create experiences that feel personal, restorative, and deeply meaningful—while continuing their greater mission to serve others through compassion, rest, and community.
Our Values
At Rest Yourself River Ranch, faith-driven hospitality shapes everything we do. The Arsements see the property as more than a ranch—it is a sacred place for healing, reconciliation, and meaningful connection. Guests are encouraged to design their own experiences in a setting that inspires rest, renewal, and personal growth. Whether you’re here for a wedding, corporate retreat, or family reunion, our commitment to integrity, community, and care ensures every event reflects lasting purpose. We believe that through stillness, beauty, and intentional gathering, lives can be restored.