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Short cottage

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A white house with a blue roof, a brick pathway leading to the entrance, and a garden with various plants and trees.
A spacious living room with a wooden ceiling, a large window with a view, a television, and a dining area with wooden chairs and a chandelier.
A dining room with a wooden table and chairs, a chandelier, and a window with curtains.
A room with two beds, a ceiling fan, and large windows with blinds.
A garden pathway leading to a building with a wooden fence and a bench.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Colorado River

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Smithville, TX
  • Place, World's Largest Gingerbread Man
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, James H. Long Railroad Park and Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Circuit of the Americas
    ‪47 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

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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 Cotton Bowl Speedway, 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 hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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Smithville, TX

What's nearby

  • World's Largest Gingerbread Man - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • James H. Long Railroad Park and Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bastrop State Park - 9 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Sherwood Forest Faire - 32 min drive - 54.3 km
  • Circuit of the Americas - 47 min drive - 79.0 km

Getting around

  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪El Mexicano Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Comfort Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Quinto Patio Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mexico Lindo - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Short cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Short cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Short cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Short cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Short cottage located?

Located in Downtown Smithville, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of World's Largest Gingerbread Man and James H. Long Railroad Park and Museum. Colorado River and Ascension Seton Smithville are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice remodel of Smithville home built in early 1900’s. Furnished comfortable and every appliance you need. Nice setting areas inside and outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, clean amenities, and pet friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an excellent stay, the house is clean and adorable! Yard was nice and perfect to sit out and chill.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great property! Cute, charming and located in a walkable neighborhood. The space is well appointed, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Perfect stay. Fabulous timeless layout. High ceilings, beautiful craftsmanship and wonderful landscaping to enlighten the whole corner of the lot.right by the tracks. Peaceful sound to and from sleep. Great neighborhood and friendly people all around. Give it whirl. You’ll be impressed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place

This was a great place and perfect for seeing Smithville and all of it's wonderful places and people.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was so clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and spacious.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We decided not to bring our pets, but the fenced yard is really nice. Great decor and comfortable beds. Great old house with high ceilings and modern kitchen. Enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I cannot say enough good things about this place. The layout was perfect, the beds were comfortable, and the house is so clean. It’s situated close to downtown Smithville. Check out Mutts for a cold beer, Comfort Cafe for breakfast, and Hope Floats for coffee.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend stay

Perfect for our needs this weekend! Very comfortable and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Nice property. Close to downtown. Comfortable and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Get away stay

This was a cute older home full of charm!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute house. Nice space with comfortable beds. Close to town. Quiet and private.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely spot!

This is a lovely home and a great location! Very clean. Communication with the host was prompt. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Yes it’s set up for cooking. Not great for large animals
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute and Spacious

This house has a lot of character and charm! The fenced backyard was perfect for our dog, too. Communication with our host and check-in were both easy and efficient. Would stay again and recommend to friends and family!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great. The train was right across the street but we enjoyed watching them! They don't go fast and there isn't crossing arms right by the house so the "noise" was really just a low rumble. Didn't bother us at all at night. The kitchen is well stocked. Beds are very comfortable. Lots of places to walk our dog. Good Wi-Fi connection for remote work. Host was super responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cute cottage

We enjoyed the cute, clean, and roomy cottage. Beds were so comfortable, and furnishings were perfect. The cottage is large, and bedrooms on opposite sides of the house, make for lots of personal space. Nice fenced yard, with both yard, and front porch sitting areas. The train sound lulled me to sleep, after the whistle finished its 3 toots. We recommend the cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was lovely and located close to the festival we were attending. The downside - it is located right next to a train track. The train came through several times during the night and early in the morning blowing the horn many times as it passed. I’m sure that isn’t listed since most people don’t want to hear that while on vacation. If you are a light to moderate sleeper I’d skip this stay. I slept through the train but the other housemates did not.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay on Short street

Most everything was fine for our weekend stay. House has a nice xeriscaped front area, probably looks amazing in the spring. House was cute inside and out. Negatives: tub was dirty with some sort of grime that we had to clean so we could use. The fridge functioned but obviously there were issues with the shelving as it was held in place by duct tape. One of the arm chairs was damaged and if you were not paying attention you could get scratched by the loose upholstery staples.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything has great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is adorable and comfy. The outdoor space was nuce, though with the heat we only sat out in the morning. Only had two "issues." One, the proximity to the train. Luckily it only went by a couple of times during the might. Two, primary bd mattress was too soft. But that may not be an issue for everyone. Overall, great stay. The place was very clean and that made for a relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time at the Short cottage. The house had all the amenities needed for a comfy stay. The beds were very comfortable and the property was super clean! The backyard was beautiful. I enjoyed hanging out with our 2 dogs. I called it the secret garden,The neighborhood is cute and it is a short walk to the downtown area.We would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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