Horns aplenty

Texas is renowned for longhorn cattle and horses, but over the 100 acres here you'll find giraffes and rhinos roaming, and even be lucky enough to feed them on a tour.

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The Manor's luxury accommodation is a must-stay where you can wake up to animals at your window.

But be warned, it books up fast.

Then off we went to one of the county's vineyards.

While Texas may not be as world renowned for its wine as the likes of California, Texas is home to 400 estates and the industry is quietly booming.

At Signor Vineyards we tasted some glorious (and strong, 14.5%) Texan wine.

The focus here is on growing premium fruit.