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Steps to Downtown, Parks, and it's Dog-friendly!

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The front porch with rocking chairs to enjoy your morning coffee or tea.
Enjoy reviewing the day and setting sun in the front porch rockers. Wine anyone?
Dining al freco on the porch is a lovely way to start or end the day.
The cottage at sunset.
The cottage at sunrise.
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

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Smithville, TX
  • Popular LocationWorld's Largest Gingerbread Man3 min walk
  • Popular LocationAscension Seton Smithville4 min drive
  • Popular LocationBastrop State Park8 min drive
  • AirportAustin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)40 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

Bedroom with alcove

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Steps to Downtown, Parks, and it's Dog-friendly!

About this space
Offered by sisters Rebecca and Marilyn, Jewell’s is a charming two-bedroom cottage completely renovated in 2020. Decorated with a nod to its Texas roots, it has an eclectic vibe. It provides all the essentials including high-speed internet, one covered parking space (plus two uncovered), and a well-appointed kitchen. You will find many non-essential items are included which will add to your enjoyment of the Cottage.

The two bedrooms are roomy and comfortable (the master bedroom has a Tempurpedic mattress). Located one block from downtown (shopping and restaurants) and 5 local parks including Veterans Park (splashpads), Bark Park, and Skate Park (bring your board). It is just 45 minutes from Austin, and an easy drive to other, Hill Texas communities including Round Top, La Grange, Bastrop and Buescher State Parks.

Our favorite spaces are the eat-in kitchen with its welcoming family-style dining island; the detached deck in the fenced-in back yard that invites you to relax and lounge, with or without a canine friend; and a covered front porch with two rocking chairs as well as a picnic table and benches, ideal for enjoying a conversation or choosing to have a private moment, book in hand and wine glass at the ready while enjoying a lovely sunset.

Downtown is only two blocks away and you can easily walk, enjoying our small-town ambiance with all it has to offer.

Other things to note
Smithville is a lovely place to visit with the intention of relaxing and enjoying the sorts of activities one might expect to find in a small town. Check out the SmithvilIe Chamber of Commerce website and, if you want to explore a little further afield, the "Explore Bastrop County" magazine and the associated website are excellent resources for other nearby possibilities. Smithville is convenient to numerous Hill Country festivals as well as the Circuit of the Americas with all their exciting events, not to mention all the entertainment available in Austin.

Do keep in mind that if you are looking for a comfy location with room for a gathering of family and friends, Ruby's Foxcroft Cottage (listed separately) is located right next door. The two cottages together provide an excellent combination of space and amenities, just coordinate the two calendars. If you'd like any help with doing this, message the hosts. We'd be happy to help.

Property manager

Rebecca, 512-413-5919. Marilyn, 973-879-3224.
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Languages

English, French

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the area

Smithville

Located in Smithville, this vacation home is in the city center. ColoVista Golf Club and Lost Pines Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Sherwood Forest Faire and Union Station Transportation Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Cotton Bowl Speedway, or consider a night out at Lumberyard Music Hall. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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Smithville, TX

What's nearby

  • World's Largest Gingerbread Man - 3 min walk
  • Buescher State Park - 4 min drive
  • Ascension Seton Smithville - 4 min drive
  • Bastrop State Park - 8 min drive
  • Lake Bastrop - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • El Mexicano Grill - 2 min drive
  • Dairy Queen - 17 min walk
  • Comfort Cafe - 2 min walk
  • Fat Cat Lounge and Cafe - 4 min walk
  • Pockets Grille - 3 min walk

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lois W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just perfect!
This little house was just perfect! Clean, cute, filled with extras (the scone was delish) and just straight out of a Cottage Magazine. It's location in Smithville was a quick drive to our event in Bastrop. My one complaint is that our event kept us from being there to enjoy it more!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Rebecca, 512-413-5919. Marilyn, 973-879-3224.

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Having reached "a certain age," we wanted to branch out to a small town where we could offer our brand of hospitality to others. Smithville is the perfect location to make that happen; community-focused, a rich historical tradition, and a relaxed setting where urban folks can de-stress away from their usual hustle and bustle.

We manage the property ourselves, and take our guests' needs and comforts to heart.

Why they chose this property

Walkability to the friendly downtown and five parks which can be enjoyed by all ages.

What makes this property unique

Beyond its recent renovation, fenced dog-friendly back yard, and cozy interior spaces, it is next door to Ruby's Foxcroft Cottage, enabling friend and family reunions or other, larger gatherings by renting both properties.

Languages:

English, French

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