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Exterior
Living area
Living area
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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, Ascension Seton Smithville
    ‪2 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

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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
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs only - 2 max
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
No smoking inside houses
Please put all garbage at end of your stay in the garbage in the alley. If you leave recyclables, we will take them to the recycling center.
Please strip beds of linens and leave on top of bed.
Please load dishwasher with any dishes and start prior to leaving.

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 fire extinguisher and 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 hiking/biking trails 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
  • Ascension Seton Smithville - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Sherwood Forest Faire - 28 min drive - 52.8 km
  • Circuit of the Americas - 41 min drive - 72.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪El Mexicano Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Quinto Patio Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Comfort Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pockets' Grille - ‬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 does it cost to stay at Short cottage?

As of 16 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Short cottage on 31 March 2026 start from NZ$241, 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 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

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy T.

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

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa P.

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

10/10 Excellent

Kay W.

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

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

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

10/10 Excellent

Rosanne T.

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

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

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

10/10 Excellent

Marcus H.

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

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

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

10/10 Excellent

Elaine J.

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

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

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

Great stay

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

10/10 Excellent

Sharon v.

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

10/10 Excellent

Delaine K.

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

8/10 Good

Clay L.

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

8/10 Good

lucy n.

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

6/10 Okay

Carla B.

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrea P.

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

10/10 Excellent

Autumn C.

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

10/10 Excellent

Kimber G.

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

About the host

Hosted by Tami Shneidman

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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.

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.

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