Cabin

The Tipi - a unique camping experience with a twist!

Dining area with seating for four guests

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

Good

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4250 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space

Explore the area

Driftwood, TX

Wimberley Valley Winery
Blue Hole Regional Park
‪19 min drive‬
Jacob's Well Natural Area
‪25 min drive‬
Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio

About this property

The Tipi - a unique camping experience with a twist!

Stay in a real canvas Tipi nestled in the Texas Hill Country at The Driftwoods in Driftwood, TX. This is a basic, camping-style, and affordable getaway perfect for outdoorsy types — whether you're a couple, solo traveler, or adults with small kids who don’t mind roughing it a little. Surrounded by nature, you’ll enjoy stargazing, wildlife, and peace and quiet. It’s a unique Hill Country glamping experience — simple, rustic, and full of character.

Other Things to Note:
-The Tipi is a real canvas structure with no insulation or traditional door. It has a
flap-style entry and does not lock.

-There is no private storage inside, but guests can store valuables in the private,
locked bathroom about 50 yards away.

-Portable AC and fans are provided, but they won’t keep up with extreme heat or
cold.

-Expect a true camping feel — bugs, critters, and outdoor sounds included.

-The detached bathroom is reserved just for Tipi guests and has a walk-in shower,
pedestal sink, and electronic lock.

-Shared amenities include an outdoor kitchen and bar area with a grill and fridge,
large deck, and firepit (BYO firewood, subject to burn bans).

-Property includes 9 unique rentals in a peaceful, family-friendly Dark Sky
community ideal for stargazing and spotting wildlife.

The Space:
The Tipi is a large, open space with southwestern decor and fabric walls and ceiling. Inside, you’ll find a queen bed and two twin beds, plus a dining table with four chairs. There’s also a small fridge, microwave, and drip coffee maker, for simple snacks and meals. Outside, enjoy your own private seating area under the trees, plus access to the shared spaces around the property.

Ideal for: Guests who enjoy camping vibes, the outdoors, and a no-frills Hill Country experience with a fun twist.

House Rules:
The occupancy listed is the max occupancy this property can accommodate
Children are allowed.
Guests must be 25 years of age or older to book
Guests must complete a rental agreement prior to receiving check in instructions
Damage Waiver required
No smoking or vaping allowed inside
No parties or day guests are allowed
No shooting of any kind is allowed on the property
No outdoor fires are allowed unless there is a designated fire pit and there is not a burn ban in effect.
2 Dogs maximum under 35 pounds each allowed for an additional fee of $25 per dog per night.
No fireworks are allowed
Government Issued ID required.
Quiet hours are from 9 pm to 8 am

Property manager

Hill Country Premier Lodging

Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Parking available

Barbecue grill

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Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Driftwood

Driftwood is home to this cabin. Blue Hole Regional Park and Jacob's Well Natural Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Island and Central Texas Bonsai Exhibit at Jade Gardens. Kyle Railroad Depot and Heritage Center and Jump Wild are also worth visiting. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking in the area.

Driftwood, TX

What's nearby

The Island - 19 min drive - 17.2 km
Blue Hole Regional Park - 19 min drive - 17.2 km
Wimberley Lions Market Days - 21 min drive - 19.1 km
Wimberley Zipline Adventures - 22 min drive - 20.6 km
Jacob's Well Natural Area - 25 min drive - 14.2 km

Getting around

San Marcos Station - 32 min drive
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Salt Lick BBQ - ‬20 min drive
‪Hays City Store - ‬8 min drive
‪Wimberley Cafe - ‬16 min drive
‪Community Pizza & Beer Garden - ‬15 min drive
‪The Shady Llama - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Tipi - a unique camping experience with a twist! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Tipi - a unique camping experience with a twist!?

As of 3 Jul, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Tipi - a unique camping experience with a twist! on 4 Jul, 2025 start from S$137.89, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Tipi - a unique camping experience with a twist!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Tipi - a unique camping experience with a twist!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Tipi - a unique camping experience with a twist! located?

Situated in Driftwood, this cabin is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Wimberley Valley Winery and within 9 miles (15 km) of Corral Theatre and Blue Hole Regional Park. The Island and Duchman Family Winery are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

5.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Check-in

8.2/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

7.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Stacy R.

2 Jun, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

This was a father son trip and we had an enjoyable time.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Krishaira G.

4 May, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Glamping Experience

Stayed for a weekend getaway with friends. Hosts were very very accommodating. Pictures didn’t quite match reality, but things have changed since. Love that there is AC as well as fans. We grilled everyday where they had everything we needed to cook decent meals. There are critters and small wild animals around. Only thing I’d say is that the spiders can get into the tipi which creeped us a bit, but we handled it. Would definitely recommend this listing! Such a great glamping experience!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

8 Jun, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Such a fun way to camp

The tipi is roomy with comfortable beds. It's really a fun way to camp.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hector M., Irving, Texas

14 Jun, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome!

New experience! We really enjoyed the time there and it was really fear for a teepe tent, all needed was there. We loved!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

4/10 Poor

Robert W.

18 Aug, 2022

Disliked: Check-in, communication

Tipi

Traveling with cat. He could escape from the tent. Brutally hot inside tent

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo M.

29 Apr, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect little glamping tepee and getaway.

I surprised my family with this little getaway and they absolutely loved the tepee! Something different. Very clean with AC and so relaxing. My kids enjoyed so much. We definitely want to come back. My only gripe is the abundance of caterpillars in the nearby tree and sometimes they made it inside the tepee. But hey, what can you say, it's nature!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

John s h.

2 Jan, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

driftwood tipi

over all the stay was good, the tipi is surprisingly large and spacious. the best camping/tent experience I've ever had. the space to move around, comfy beds and it not feeling like a typical tent. the only draw backs were the heater was pretty ineffective, I can't imagine if it were bitterly cold out) maybe an oil radiator would work better) and the tipi claimed a coffee maker but there wasn't one. like most camping you have to leave the tent to use the toilet , a lovely clean and efficient shower, toilet and sink were designated. we would definitely stay at this property again.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

4/10 Poor

RUFINO

11 Aug, 2024

Disliked: Communication

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Kelly H.

10 Aug, 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Doug B.

13 Nov, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Cold and Wet

Upon arrival it was difficult to locate the teepee because of all of the other box units on the property. When we got into the teepee, the bed was cold and wet from the recent rains. When using the bathroom, we found that the water heater kept throwing the breaker. We packed up and left after the first night. It wasn’t worth the hassle.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tessa E.

7 Jul, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The tipi

We were so excited about staying in a tipi and it was better than we expected. Fans and an AC to help keep us cool which I did. Property was clean and had everything we needed for a quick weekend getaway.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Marvin B.

20 Mar, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cool experience

It was an all around good little stay. Kids had fun and liked the Glamping experience. They thought it was cool to sleep in a Tipi.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Tonya

16 Mar, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

The Tipi was a unique and wonderfully fun experience and we loved the location! We (two adults, two children) spent three nights at the tipi and it was just right in size for that number of people. The location was close to plenty of amenities, gas, restaurants, the awesome town of Wimberley and quite a few wineries, yet had a hill country vibe. I would not recommend going if it’s chilly. While we were there, the nights dipped down into the twenties and the heater unit in the tipi does not produce much heat, if any, so I wouldn’t recommend going in the winter months. We also noticed the tipi tarp over the top was blown off and there were several open holes in the roof (and spare tarps in the tipi which I imagine is for rain coming in) so avoid going during rain season or rain in the forecast cause you will get wet! The property owner/manager was super responsive and was able to take care of questions and take action quickly. The bathroom and property were very clean and we enjoyed the common area for grilling, outdoor cooking, eating and my girls loved the tree swings! All in all, a unique and fun experience and we will be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

2/10 Terrible

Darrel D.

26 Feb, 2022

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

NOT WORTH THE MONEY !!!!!

Everything in the kitchen and bathroom area is very dirty and broken. No water pressure or hot water I the kitchen area to even clean.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

6/10 Okay

Carol J.

24 Jan, 2022

Liked: Location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Horrible Customer Service | Beautiful location

I'm trying to figure out who to contact about getting compensation for the cleaning fee ($45) and the service fee ($34). We arrived late to the property (8PM), they have a lock box where the key was in when we arrived which is a great thing. We brought food to grill but the fridge was cool (NOT COLD) and there was a leak inside. I reported this immediately upon arriving. They had an emergency number but no one answered. I called the next day, and the lady said that the owner suggested we trip the breaker to get it working again. This helped the heater/AC reset because our first night was COLD. Outside temp was 25 degrees and our heater was not heating at all. And on the night we arrived if it was not already cold enough, when we got ready for bed, the sheets were covered in white dog hair. We took photos. My mom and I shared this lodge and she is in the 60's, she has allergies. So imagine it being a cold night, heater is not heating, the sheets are dirty... and the property did not treat any of this as an immediate service! It was unacceptable, I talked to them to see what they would do to make it better. They brought sheets and left them outside, while we were out exploring outside this property. On the last day when we were cleaning up, I saw a pile of the white dog hair under the bed, I took photos. I also shared some of the photos with the 'emergency' number to call/text and they did not acknowledge any of this except to send them a photo, and even until now, they have ignored and said nothing about making this right. To the owner, shame on you. For you to not show your face makes me upset, you have these people working and relay your suggestions but you did not make up/make this right for your lack of responsibility in providing us with a clean sleeping area and not saying anything, like you had someone send some sheets and ignored MY suggesting of making this right. So please consider your house rules and treat your guest better than this. We cleaned up after ourselves and the cleaning and service fees should be waived for the condition that the lodge was given to us. I try to see who to contact from VRBO but it seems like this review is all I got. Outside these issues, the property is beautiful, the bonfire area is nice, we did make a bonfire and had hot chocolate around the fire. We grilled outside with our own grill. We also walked their trail on the property and it was fun. Overall we made the best of it!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

4/10 Poor

Leroy

17 Jan, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, communication

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

dorian F.

29 Dec, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family time

Wonderful clean and fun

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Destiny H.

29 Sept, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasantly Surprised!

We had a wonderful experience at the Tipi(Teepee)! The photos provided the insight we needed to set a clear expectation and help plan for the trip. The one thing that would have made the stay better would be to have had a map provided. There are other properties on site so I understand not wanting to provide free advertising but having a few blank squares and a TeePee to help locate the space you will be staying in, would help with arrival then maybe a star to mark your personally assigned bathroom just in case you dont know what a Yurt is. Once you turn into the gate, there are lots of trees and it's a bit difficult to navigate initially since the Tipi is in the very back of the property but once you get your bearings, no issues follow.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

4 Aug, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Driftwood Tipi

Super cute place. We had our own private bathroom. The beds were comfy the tipi was awesome and actually got pretty cold at night. The area is sooo cute. Will definitely come back!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021