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Short cottage
Holiday home in Smithville with kitchen
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61500 sq ft
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Explore the area
Smithville, TX
- Place, World's Largest Gingerbread Man7 min walk
- Place, Ascension Seton Smithville3 min drive
- Place, Buescher State Park5 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Queen Beds
2 bathrooms
Master Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Secondary Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
Short cottage
Enjoy a stay in the charming town of Smithville in this historic 2 bedroom cottage set amongst amazing garden's and outdoor spaces. The cottage is walking distance to downtown restaurants and shops. Other nearby attractions include Beuscher State Park, Colorado River, Golf, zip-lining. Smithville is a short drive from major cities of Austin, Houston and San Antonio. It makes for a great place for a quick get away, family reunion or antiquing. (Can add studio for add'l space - sleeps 4).
The cottage is fully stocked with comfortable beds, linens, kitchen supplies, washer-dryer, ironing board, iron - everything you need to make your stay great!
There is also a studio on the property that rents separately that sleeps 2 (completely separate yard and space - VRBO 1869923
The cottage is fully stocked with comfortable beds, linens, kitchen supplies, washer-dryer, ironing board, iron - everything you need to make your stay great!
There is also a studio on the property that rents separately that sleeps 2 (completely separate yard and space - VRBO 1869923
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Dogs only - 2 max
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
No smoking inside houses
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 deadlock
Property Registration Number STR-2025-0009
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Smithville
Downtown Smithville, a neighbourhood in Smithville, is home to this holiday home. James H. Long Railroad Park and Museum and Lost Pines Art Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include World's Largest Gingerbread Man and The Old Fayette County Jail. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Bastrop Tennis Center, or consider a night out at Lumberyard Music Hall. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
Smithville, TX
What's nearby
- World's Largest Gingerbread Man - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Ascension Seton Smithville - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
- Buescher State Park - 5 min drive - 6.7 km
- Bastrop State Park - 10 min drive - 17.2 km
- Lake Bastrop - 20 min drive - 30.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- El Mexicano Grill - 12 min walk
- Dairy Queen - 8 min walk
- Comfort Cafe - 7 min walk
- Subway - 3 min drive
- Quinto Patio Restaurant - 6 min walk
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Tami Shneidman
I am originally from Wisconsin but have lived in Austin for the past 30 years.
Why they chose this property
I love the small town vibe of Smithville - it bring me back to my town I grew up in, railroad and all.
I love the historic district of Smithville and all the unique homes.
I love the historic district of Smithville and all the unique homes.
What makes this property unique
I fell in love with this house when I bought it. It is so quaint and just feels good. This house has high ceilings and old world charm at it's best.
Languages:
English
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