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Terrific getaway to the peaceful countryside.

Family-friendly holiday home in Fredericksburg

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Balcony, patio, and fire pit.
Enjoy some relaxing time in the afternoon or evening.
Enjoy some relaxing time in the afternoon or evening.
Explore 145 acres with a hike up to the nearby mountain top view.
Another angle of the balcony and porch

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 12353.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Fredericksburg, TX
  • Place, Enchanted Rock Cave
  • Place, Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Enchanted Rock Fissure
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms

1st Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Terrific getaway to the peaceful countryside.

Full kitchen and dining room, king size beds, fire pit, Prochnow Vineyard and venue next door, very rural location, hike our 135 acres to Titanic point, 4 miles to Enchanted Rock, 2 miles to Contigo Wedding venue, ATV friendly, and 20 minutes to Fredericksburg.

Originally built in 1900, this incredible home is made of white limestone quarried from the nearby hillside by German stone masons. Two lime kilns used to make lime for the mortar are found near the house. Just renovated (2017), this property features new additions that create a lovely balance between its original characteristics and its modern upgrades. It is situated on 145 acres providing a hiking opportunity for guests.

“Das Enchanted Rock Haus” is situated on a grassy Crabapple valley with incredible views of the valley and nearby ranches.

The recent addition has cathedral ceilings featuring a living room with an entertainment area, limestone gas fireplace with a hand-finished mesquite mantel, and upstairs loft. This is the perfect space to gather with loved ones.

In the original home, you'll find a gourmet kitchen, formal dining room, living room, and 5 spacious bedrooms. You'll love the exposed limestone walls and 120 year old long leaf pine floors throughout.

A game room with a Foosball table location in the basement with seating for observers to enjoy the contests.

Each bedroom features a king bed, making it easy for you to relax and unwind in your own private space. Get ready for bed in one of the 4 en-suite bathrooms as you draw yourself a warm bubble bath or take a steamy hot shower! On the first floor, a shared bathroom doubles as a powder room and provides a private walk-in shower for the 5th bedroom. 2 of the rooms have beautiful tile tubs and 3 have large walk-in showers.

In the evening watch from the 2nd story deck as 20-30 whitetail deer forage each evening and listen for the wild turkeys calling to each other. View two llamas and free range chickens that compete with the deer for corn. Wild turkeys and armadillos are often sighted as well.

Guests will spend much of their time around the house (about 1 acre) and will have access to the 135 acres behind the house. They can hike through the valley and follow the pasture road to the mountain top point for a beautiful view of the valley. It is opportunity to see deer, cattle, wild turkeys, armadillos, road runners, and even native lizards. If the guests have 4-wheel drive pickup or SUV with 9 inches or better of clearance, they can drive the hiking trail. The road to the top of the mesa requires 4-wheel drive. A map and instructions are provided upon arrival.

Visit the town of Fredericksburg, just 12 miles away, and get to know the local culture through museums and historical sites. Each weekend there is some type of festival (car shows, crafts, and many others). In August, the Gillespie County Fair is held each summer and hosts a variety of events, including horse racing, bull riding, and much more! Known for its peaches, try a wide variety of peach infused foods, such as jams, ciders, ice cream, and more!

Take a chauffeured tour bus on US 290 to 17 award winning vineyards and wineries, before enjoying 44 wine tasting rooms throughout Fredericksburg, which is best known for their wineries and peaches.

Key Residence Features:
- Amenities include a fully equipped kitchen with pots, pans and skillets, blender, wine glasses, kitchen towels, hot pads, cream and sugar for your coffee and/or tea, tea kettle, air conditioning, central heating, in-unit laundry machines, mud room, wireless internet access, 2 flat-screen 50" Satellite TVs, 4 en-suite bathrooms, thermostat in each bedroom, brooms and a vacuum cleaner, large deck, gas BBQ grill, incredible valley views, and much more
- Fantastic Fredericksburg location! Enjoy easy access to local wildlife, outdoor recreation at Enchanted Rock State Park, downtown, county fairs, and a multitude of wineries.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
If the guests fail to follow the check out instructions, more cleaning is required. Guests will be charged $30/hour for any extra cleaning.
No outside fires because of the fire risk. No fireworks because of the fire risk as well.
No hunting or target shooting is allowed and no illegal downloading of any copyrighted material as defined by the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.

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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Fredericksburg

Located in Fredericksburg, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Enchanted Rock State Natural Area and Enchanted Rock Cave, while Pioneer Museum and Artisans At Rocky Hill are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Fredericksburg, TX

What's nearby

  • Enchanted Rock State Natural Area - 10 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Enchanted Rock Fissure - 23 min drive - 21.8 km
  • St. Mary's Catholic Church - 26 min drive - 24.7 km
  • National Museum of the Pacific War - 27 min drive - 25.5 km
  • Barons Creek Vineyards - 36 min drive - 36.4 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Frontier Outpost - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tin Star Ranch - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Troisi's Ristorante - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Terrific getaway to the peaceful countryside. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-out at Terrific getaway to the peaceful countryside.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Terrific getaway to the peaceful countryside. located?

This family-friendly Fredericksburg holiday home is located in a rural location, 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from Enchanted Rock State Natural Area, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Enchanted Rock Fissure and Enchanted Rock Cave. Cross Mountain Park and Pioneer Museum are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 200 out of 206 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 206 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 206 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 206 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 206 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is so beautiful and the setting is private, surrounded by live oaks, wildflowers, lush green woods, deer, rabbits, and we even saw a road runner!The house is meticulous and so well maintained. It’s on a road where many cattle farms are so you are always seeing cattle and steer grazing. We all loved being there. I highly recommend this home.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

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

Great Getaway

Really nice place to stay. Peaceful quiet place. A lot of room to explore and hike.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikki H.

We really enjoyed the house, it was the best part of our vacation

Beautiful and we loved it!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jan G.

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

Great place to stay!!

Very comfortable home!! Loved seeing the wildlife!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jack T.

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

Awesome

Great property. We truly loved this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve R.

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

Great property!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this house! It offered everything we needed, was spacious for our family, and offered serenity to relax and unwind while still be close to everything Fredericksburg has to offered. Will be staying there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandy B., Lafayette, LA

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

Wonderful location & Place

We enjoyed the views, hiking and wildlife. It’s a beautiful house in a great location. We had a wonderful time!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia A S.

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

wedding weekend

The property was GREAT! The kitchen was furnished perfectly! The cleanliness was superb I wish we would of had a few more towels.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave R.

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

Beautiful home!

A group of seven enjoyed a week in the home and it had everything we needed. Lots of history and great wine in the area, as well as live music.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hillary L.

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

Lovely hill country find !

Loved this house! Cozy farm house feel with updates. Very clean and spacious to accommodate bigger groups of people!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott F.

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

Great Family Spot

Perfect location for our family! Only a few minutes to Enchanted Rock! The property is ideal if you want to stay inside and relax, also if you want to explore/ play outside with the kids. Bring your 4 wheel drive truck if you want to take to the trail up the mountain!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean R., Austin

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

Beautiful Hill Country home

This is a beautiful historical home on a fantastic property surrounded by impressive live oaks and native landscape. The proximity to our wedding venue, Fredericksburg, and Enchanted Rock made this the perfect place for us to stay. The hosts were communicative and helpful, and the check in/out process was a breeze. We would stay again without hesitation.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynda T., Sebastopol

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

Beautiful property

The house was beautiful and spacious for a visit with family. We had plenty of room for four adults and 5 children. Our morning coffee was enjoyed on the deck watching wildlife. The town of Fredericksburg is definitely on my list to revisit. Wish we would have planned a longer stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Great house! Nicely kept and plenty of space!

We had a group of 9 ladies for a Bachelorette weekend and had plenty of space. The 5 bathrooms were a plus! Loved the decor and feel of the house. It’s super close to Enchanted Rock, and we were able to hike up the summit one morning. Lovely property!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jeff L.

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

Just What We Needed!!!

What a great stay for our dinner club friends who haven't been together since the pandemic hit! This is now my favorite place to stay in/near Fredericksburg! All the couples agreed that we would come back. Could become an annual event!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn O., Dallas

Great Stay

Property was gorgeous. Owners were very communicative and let us know everything we needed to know before our stay. Perfect choice for a large group couples weekend as everyone was able to have their own space. We even had fresh cut wood to enjoy the fire after a long day touring wineries. We would definitely stay here again. The only downside to mention was that cell service was not reliable, but Wi-Fi was available to help compensate.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Rebeca R.

Beautiful House

The house was every bit as beautiful as the pictures. Everything you need is right there in the home. The owner was very nice and responded right away when I had any questions. We would definitely rent this home again for any large group gatherings.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Linda N., Dallas, Texas

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

Friends group

Our second trip to this lovely home. Very clean and well equipped home. The property is an easy drive into Fredericksburg to visit wineries and the Nimitz Museum. Watching the deer graze in the yard morning and evening is a peaceful change from being in Dallas!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angelica S., Austin, Texas

Family birthday weekend in the country

Beautifully maintained country house close to Fredericksburg and Enchanted Rock . Great for family, girl's weekend or several couples. The house has 5 bedrooms each with king size beds and 5 bathrooms. The owner, Mark was quick to respond with answers and the property manager was very accommodating to our needs. We celebrated my husband's birthday there with family and a few friends and it was truly a memorable weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

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

Das Enchanted Rock Haus

Wonderful house for a large group! Enjoyed having two living room areas, one with a fireplace, and a large dining room. Very helpful having one bedroom and bath downstairs. King size beds in every bedroom with attached bathrooms are a plus! Enjoyed seeing the deer everyone morning, peaceful countryside. Well stocked kitchen was great! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

martin m., Houston TX

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

Country Home with modern amenities

Family of 9. Our 7 kids had just as much fun at the house and grounds than they did at enchanted rock. Beautiful historic home with all the up to date amenities you’d expect. Reasonably priced and clean. Incredible scenery and tranquility. 5 minutes from enchanted rock state park. 15 minutes from Fredericksburg. Had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Melanie Y.

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

Exactly what we needed.

This was a couples weekend away to unwind and celebrate one couples anniversary. The fact that every room had their own bathroom was the best! No rushing or waiting for the next person. It was just perfect. Deer came on the property every morning and night to greet us. There was lots of sitting areas in the house so everyone spread out or hang out all together.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jo Beth S.

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

remote, relaxing vacation

We had a great time at your place. There were 2 families with adult children and we had a blast. We all went on a hike and cooked out and hung out on the patio. It was perfect. Wish we could have stayed longer than 1 day. Everyone in our group loved the place. However, we only found 7 forks in the whole house. That made eating steaks difficult. We also didn't have enough towels in the bottom bathroom. Other than that, it was perfect. Thanks again for opening up your home. we highly recommend it!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teri H.

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

Peace and happiness in the Hill Country!

This house was perfect for us. It has so many gathering and visiting spaces, so many bedrooms and bathrooms, and is in such a beautiful, rural location. The bathrooms and kitchen are updated to our modern standards of stone and space. The bedrooms and other areas are updated yet maintain the charm of the old German style. Both easy and challenging hiking are close. Shopping and dining is just a short drive away in Fredericksburg. Deer and birds are all around the house, the stars are incredibly bright at night, and the area is peaceful and quiet. The owners are kind, knowledgeable about the area, helpful, responsive, and readily available. The comfort of the house is one of the biggest reasons why we had such a great trip to the area. It is one of the best houses we have rented.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trisha J.

The house that meets all your needs

Could not have had a better place to stay. It was 1.5 from the ranch where we were hosting a wedding. Close and easy to go back and forth. The House meet everyone expectations. 5 bedrooms with your own self air or heat all bedrooms upstairs had their own bathrooms. plenty of room, nice views. The walls are 15 inches thick some maybe 18 inches, it almost felt sound proof and we had little ones yelling and playing. The front yard patio, upstairs patio and back yard. Deer and turkey were out each day. It rain one day so the large wash room was great it was great not having to take muddy cloths home. The kitchen was arranged so everyone can around. Large dinning room and bar seating in kitchen made thing very easy to get people fed and cleaned up easy. Everything felt very clean and brand new, even though the house was built in the 1900. I would defiantly stay there again. I loved that it had electric gate so you knew no one else would be coming in. All my family thinks I did a super job in arranging this place for everyone to stay. So brownie point for me!!! Thank Hughes for opening your home.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

About the host

Hosted by Mark Hughes

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Mark and Koreen owns about a 500 acre ranch close by. Originally purchased by her mother and father in the 1970's as a place to hunt and eventually retire.

We received this property in 2012 and rented it out for a couple years. When the renters moved out we decided to remodel the original house and add a more comfortable addition.

The original house served as ranch homestead from 1900 to about 1995.

Our intention is for the house to provide comfort, privacy, relaxation, and easy access to Enchanted Rock and Fredericksburg.

Why they chose this property

We recognized the potential of the house and wanted to share it with others.

What makes this property unique

Uniquely situation with easy access to both Fredericksburg and Enchanted Rock State Park.

Possible Activities
• Antiquing
• Cycling
• Farmers Market
• Festivals
• Golf
• Kayaking
• Mountain Biking
• Museums
• Nightlife
• Rock Climbing
• Wildlife Viewing
• Winery Tours
Communications
• Internet Connection
• Wireless Internet (free WIFI)
Entertainment
• Cable/Satellite TV
• DVD Player
• Flat-Screen TV
• TV
Included Services
• Linens Provided
• Towels Provided
• Trash Bags/Paper Towels
Inside Amenities
• Air-Conditioning
• Ceiling Fans
• Central Heating
• Complimentary Toiletries
• Dryer
• Fireplace
• Iron/Board
• Laundry Detergent
• Washer
Kitchen Equipment
• Coffeemaker
• Dishware and Flatware
• Dishwasher
• Ice Maker
• Microwave
• Refrigerator
• Spices
• Stove/Oven
• Toaster
• Water Filter
Other Amenities
• Keyless Entry
• Onsite Laundry Facilities
Outside Amenities
• Balcony
• Deck
• Free Parking
• Gas Grill
• Outdoor Dining Area
• Parking
• Patio Furniture
Restrictions
• Minimum Age Requirement
• No Pets Allowed
• Non Smoking
Suitability
• Shower On First Floor
• Car Recommended
• Suitable for Children
• Wheelchair Accessible
View And Location
• Electronic gate
• Mountain View
• Rural

Languages:

English

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