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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Dogs and cats allowed
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Lockhart, TX
Lockhart State Park
Place, Lockhart State Park
10 min drive
Caldwell County Courthouse
Place, Caldwell County Courthouse
10 min drive
San Marcos River
Place, San Marcos River
12 min drive
Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
29 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed and 1 Child Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
New discounts for weekly stays. Country retreat Fishing Pond on springfed creek,
No contact entry to the guesthouse. Now extra days of spacing between guests. Isolation at its BEST! Near San Marcos, Lockhart, Austin. Check out our calendar & use the book it button (upper right hand corner) to secure dates immediately for our charming 2 bedroom, 1 bath cottage on 18 acres 3 miles west of Lockhart with relaxing pond and spring fed creek. Fully furnished with all amenities. We will send you a complimentary 28 page visitor's guide to show you all the great things to do in the area while you visit central Texas. Old Settlers Music Festival in April just 12 miles away. Located 30 miles south of Austin (ESPN X-GAMES, SXSW Musical Festival, ACL Fest,, Old Pecan Street Festival & University of Texas Longhorn football) and 15 miles south east of San Marcos (Premium and Tanger Outlet Malls, Aquarena Springs, Texas State University, San Marcos River canoeing, rafting, and tubing), it is centrally located near Lockhart, (over 50 movies filmed here in the Barbecue Capitol of Texas featuring the 'Most Photographed Courthouse' in Texas) so you can have that country estate feel, but still hop into the big city for entertainment or splash into the San Marcos River for a cool float down the river (Rent tubes at Don's Fish Camp or Texas State Tubes). One of the largest outlet malls in the country is just a 20 minute drive away. The Alamo, Riverwalk, Sea World and Fiesta Texas are just over an hour's drive to San Antonio giving you access to a world of entertainment at your fingertips. The Formula One track is just 20 minutes drive by the new SH-130 toll road. Outdoorsman paradise Bass Pro/Cabela's in Buda is 15 minutes away. Beautiful Lockhart State Park and Golf Course is 5 minutes south.
Keywords: Lockhart, Country, weekend, getaway, fishing, security, relaxing, charming, near outlet malls, river, tubing, canoeing, Formula One, X-Games
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This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Lockhart
Located in Lockhart, this cottage is on the waterfront. Gaslight Baker Theatre and Caldwell County Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include San Marcos Discovery Center and Meadows Center for Water and the Environment. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bobcat Ballpark or Bobcat Softball Stadium.
Caldwell County Courthouse - 10 min drive - 11.2 km
Gaslight Baker Theatre - 10 min drive - 11.2 km
Caldwell County Museum - 11 min drive - 11.6 km
San Marcos River - 12 min drive - 16.1 km
Getting around
San Marcos Station - 21 min drive
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 32 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 13 min drive
Taco Bell - 13 min drive
Whataburger - 13 min drive
Wendy’s - 12 min drive
Dairy Queen - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is New discounts for weekly stays. Country retreat Fishing Pond on springfed creek, pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).
How much does it cost to stay at New discounts for weekly stays. Country retreat Fishing Pond on springfed creek,?
As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at New discounts for weekly stays. Country retreat Fishing Pond on springfed creek, on 28 May 2026 start from £115, 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.
How much is parking at New discounts for weekly stays. Country retreat Fishing Pond on springfed creek,?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at New discounts for weekly stays. Country retreat Fishing Pond on springfed creek,?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at New discounts for weekly stays. Country retreat Fishing Pond on springfed creek,?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is New discounts for weekly stays. Country retreat Fishing Pond on springfed creek, located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Gaslight Baker Theatre, Dr. Eugene Clark Library and Caldwell County Museum. Lockhart State Park and Caldwell County Courthouse are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Beautiful location, easy to find our way around. The geese, ducks, and occasional chicken were so fun to watch! We very much enjoyed our stay. The home was clean, well maintained, and very comfortable to come back to after a day at the track. If we are ever back in the Austin area, we’d stay there again in a heartbeat.
We had an amazing time. Much needed getaway and relaxing time. The kids had a blast exploring and fishing. We have our next trip back planned already!!
We had a great time relaxing in the country. We played , fished, relaxed, and were close enough to town to go out to eat each night. Would definitely stay again.
Perfect getaway for our family! Close enough to lots of attractions but far enough away from the hustle and bustle! My entire family is begging to return soon. Definitely one of our top favorite getaway spots!
The property was great, had everything we needed. We enjoyed sitting outside and watching the geese and peacocks. My son and grandson had fun fishing and walking the property. It had a fenced in yard, which was great for my dog. It was nice and secluded but also close to town. It was good to get out of the city, we had a great time.
We were in town for a LL baseball tournament and our family is too big for a hotel. We have 3 boys and a dog. The little yard was great for our dog and morning coffee and the boys were fishing the entire time, unless we were playing basball. It had everything we needed and plenty of space to roam. I can't say enough positives about this place. All the boys on the team were alittle jealous lol.
We had a wonderful time! Pictures don’t do it justice. Enjoyed watching the geese, fishing in the creek, sitting on the porch and exploring Lockhart. It’s a neat town with amazing BBQ!
Jenny B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Michael E.
22 Aug 2014
Perfect Weekend
I looked all over for a place to stay that allowed medium size dogs, and took a chance with reserving Terri and Dana's place in Lockhart, TX. I made a great choice as this was the most relaxing stay I have experienced in a long time! My family felt at home from the time we walked through the door. I will definitely stay there again.
Michael E.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Puppies are only as good as their masters! Thanks for taking care of the guesthouse and property so well while you were there.
All of you are welcome back anytime.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Todd K.
5 Aug 2014
Fun times in Lockhart
We had a great time on our vacation. I especially enjoyed the stocked fishing pond! It was HOT, but tubing on the San Marcos River really cooled us off. I would definately return to this spot in the future, but in a cooler month.
Todd K.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
August has always been dreadfully hot in central Texas. The cool spring fed creek water or the San Marcos River are a must in the heat of the summer. Hope to be seeing you again soon!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
dana v.
1 Aug 2015
Great relaxing weekend getaway
Brought our two young boys (4 and 6) for a weekend away from the city, and had such a wonderful time. Boys played in the river, fished in the pond, chased frogs while my husband and I enjoyed the peace and quiet. Loved the farm fresh eggs and local blacks barbeque was fantastic!
dana v.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
We are so happy that your family had a good time. And thank you for leaving the guesthouse VERY clean. We appreciate great guests!
Beautiful house in a perfect location: in the country yet 5 minutes from town!
The owners were awesome when we had a problem!
We did miss the peacocks this year!
Catherine J.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Peter M.
2 Apr 2013
Texas visit
My wife and I stayed a week while visiting her daughter. The home was beautifully decorated and very comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped, king bed very comfortable. Dana and Terri were very pleasant and helpful. We would recommend their home highly and definitely repeat if we are ever in the area. Thanks for a wonderful stay.
Peter M.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
So happy that you were able to spend time to enjoy the whole central Texas area while visiting your daughter at the Renaissance Faire nearby.
We really enjoyed meeting you and your wife and hope that you are able to come back soon.
We had such a relaxing time at this beautiful property that was close and convenient to visit family. We sat on the different porches in the morning and enjoyed our coffee. The kitchen had everything I needed to make my Thanksgiving dishes. Everything was perfect!
We selected this property to have an escape from the crowd’s flocking to view the eclipse. The guest house was the perfect size for us and our golden retriever, and even room for our two relatives to stop by in their RV. Our dog enjoyed exploring the large yard. Very comfortable and a great getaway.
This was a perfect location for our trip to visit family in Lockhart. The property is charming and the house was clean and comfortable. The master bed was a little too soft for me, but that’s only a personal opinion. It’s a beautiful setting, and all the arrival and departure procedures were very easy. The only drawback was that we were barely there!
Lovely place with privacy. We enjoyed the quiet country setting with all the waterfowl, peacocks, and deer. It was convenient to San Marcos. During our stay we visited San Antonio, San Marcos, and Wimberley; all were within an hour or less. We spent mornings on the porch drinking coffee and enjoying the peacock parade and occasional deer.
Gated, which was nice. Outside of Lockhart but quick to get where your going. 130 toll road is right there as well.
Inside was very nice. Anything that you need is right there. Cozy and cool for hot days. Glad I found it. When I come back, I will try to get this again. Hopefully for a couple weeks.
SAMUEL C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Elgene D.
26 Feb 2014
The guest house was truly a retreat for us. The information about the house was accurate, excellent
Our hosts, Dana and Terri were welcoming and very helpful. The home is a wonderful place to learn about the area. There are DVD's of movies filmed in the Lockhart area that we thoroughly enjoyed. The home is very well maintained with every amenity a guest could expect as shown on the listing. We enjoyed the Lockhart area and were able to visit San Marcos and San Antonio. We booked it once again for December, January and added February for next year. 5 star rating for us!
Elgene D.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you for being some of the Best Guests ever! The Canadian geese miss you (especially Hop-A-long). We can't wait to welcome you next year with your migration from the cold North. Thanks especially for keeping the guesthouse so immaculate!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Robert B.
3 Jul 2012
Relaxing Country Home Close to BBQ Capital
Perfect weekend getaway for two adults and two Shih-tzus! Very comfortable. KING SIZED BED (a must in a rental-if you only have a Queen, you cut out a lot of potential guests). Nice size, good amenities, neat and comfortable decor, IMMACULATELY CLEAN, very private and pretty grounds. Close to great BBQ in Lockhart. Close to fun in San Marcos, New Braunfels, Austin and Central Texas. Peacocks and water fowl a neat plus! Dana and Terri were nice to deal with.
Robert B.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you for the excellent review. It was a pleasure to have you and your Shih-tzus! Could not even tell anyone had stayed in the house! You were our first guest and if there is any way that we could improve please let us know. Once again, thank you and we hope to see you in the future! Hope you have a safe and happy 4th of July! Sincerely, Terri Garrett
About the host
Hosted by Terri & Dana Garrett
Terri & Dana Garrett, local community newspaper owners having published the Lockhart Post-Register for the past 42 of it's 148 year history. We live adjacent to this rental property keeping a close eye on our 18 acre estate.
Why they chose this property
We built this home as a mother-in -law home and guest house, but have recently decided to share it with more travelers than just relatives.
What makes this property unique
Bass, crappie & perch stocked in fishing pond with over 300 ducks, geese, peacocks, guineas and chickens, this is a great place to relax and enjoy nature at its best.
Languages:
English
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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests