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Hillside Cabin | Terrific Front Porch

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Room
Terrace/patio
Dining
Terrace/patio
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 267.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Fredericksburg, TX
  • Hye Meadow Winery
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Chisholm Trail Winery
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Enchanted Rock Fissure
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Hillside Cabin | Terrific Front Porch

Views, wildlife, bird watching, quiet relaxation—if this is what you are looking for plus staying in an awesome, quiet cabin then this is the home for you. Hillside Cabin is located just a short distance from Honey Creek Cottage and less than 10 minutes from Fredericksburg. Honey Creek Cottage is found at the next entrance on the road and renting both will make a wonderful retreat for family and friends. Hillside Cabin is tucked in the trees enjoying the wonderful wildlife that surrounds it. This small cabin is elegant, cozy, warm and inviting. The front porch has a table and chairs plus comfy seating to enjoy the wonderful views of the countryside. In the back yard are other seating areas designed to enjoy the many birds, squirrels, deer and other wildlife that are so prevalent. Your hosts have created a wildlife refuge for guest making it a spectacular place to stay and enjoy.

Entering into the house savor the spaciousness of the open living room and kitchen. The living area has a large comfy sofa and overstuffed chair placed to enjoy the large satellite television. Fully equipped the kitchen is both practical and elegant. And perfect for those quiet dining moments during your stay. A queen bed is the focal point of the bedroom, with it's soft coral walls. The bed is elegantly dressed with tasteful beauty and offers fluffy pillows to accent. Adjacent bathroom has a large shower.

The paths around the house are created for nature enthusiasts. Hillside Cabin is being prepared as a Wildlife Refuge property, and your hosts have provided binoculars and a bird book (they have even marked the birds they have found on the property). Guests have told us how they enjoy walking or bicycling on the county road leading to Hillside Cabin.

*Reservations for longer than 7 nights are available with prior approval from the homeowners. Please send us an inquiry if you are interested in this option.*

Please Note: You are renting a cabin in the Hill Country which means you may encounter wildlife (Snakes, Deer, Racoons, ETC). Please be aware of your surroundings, and take caution while driving at night. You may also encounter the various bugs, spiders, scorpions and mice that live in the country AND sometimes do make their way inside. All properties do utilize pest control services on a regular basis BUT this does not guarantee no pests or bugs will be visible.

Property manager

Gästehaus Schmidt
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Fredericksburg

Located in Fredericksburg, this cabin is in a rural area. Pioneer Museum and Fort Martin Scott Historic Site are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Main Street and Das Peach Haus. 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

  • Hye Meadow Winery - 4 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Chisholm Trail Winery - 12 min drive - 8.3 km
  • National Museum of the Pacific War - 16 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Enchanted Rock Fissure - 17 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Lady Bird Johnson Golf Course - 23 min drive - 24.0 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Gallo Mexican Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lone Star Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chisholm Trail Winery - ‬11 min drive
  • Coleman Distributing-Coors
  • ‪Pedernales Brewing Company - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hillside Cabin | Terrific Front Porch pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hillside Cabin | Terrific Front Porch?

As of 12 August 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hillside Cabin | Terrific Front Porch on 13 August 2025 start from NZ$393.27, 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.

What time is check-in at Hillside Cabin | Terrific Front Porch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hillside Cabin | Terrific Front Porch?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hillside Cabin | Terrific Front Porch located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is 3 mi (4.9 km) from Hye Meadow Winery and within 9 miles (15 km) of Chisholm Trail Winery and Main Street. Pioneer Museum and Artisans At Rocky Hill are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Sandy S.

Great stay!

Hillside was a great stay with all the amenities we needed and enjoy...covered porch, full kitchen with ice maker, cable tv if needed and WiFi. Would definitely choose again!

10/10 Excellent

Aleeta B.

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

Quiet, quaint getaway cottage

The Hillside Cabin is perfectly located and the property has little nuances that are unique to it, like the cardinal who hangs out on or by the car and the little fairie garden behind the cabin. Even saw a deer wander by our first night!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Philip H., Wewoka,Ok

4 night in Hill Country

Loved the layout. Cabin was clean and easy to locate. View was nice and enjoyed sitting on front porch. It really fit all our needs and looking forward to a return trip.
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10/10 Excellent

Connor C.

Excellent cabin, Hill Country views, cozy spaces

I wish we stayed here longer! It was secluded and cozy. Great living room. Very spacious.

10/10 Excellent

Joseph K., San Antonio, TX

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

Relaxing

The cabin was a nice place just to sit back and relax. The cabin was very clean and had all the amenities one would have in their own home. It was a very quiet and relaxing stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

5

Had a wonderful time at your cabin. It was very clean and well-furnished. Location was great as was the view and surroundings. Would definitely stay here again.
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie M.

Wonderful little cabin

A lovely little cabin. Very nice and clean. We enjoyd our days there very much. Best wishes from the Black Forest in Germany
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10/10 Excellent

Dan A.

Quiet and peaceful cabin with a country hillside view.

If you like the seclusion of the countryside, and being just 8 miles from town, you'll love this place. Fully equipped cabin that makes you feel like you're right at home.
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10/10 Excellent

Genny Q.

Cabin on the Hill

Awesome cabin. We truly enjoyed our stay at this little gem. We have used your services before and this has been the best stay ever. Thank you for having excellent choices of "mini-vay-cays". Sincerely, The Quinn's

10/10 Excellent

Garry S.

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

Hillside Cabin

Great place to unwind and get away from the stresses of the city. Very quiet with nature all around. Beautiful view and wonderful breezes! We honestly hated to leave!! If you want some peace and just time to relax this is the place! We loved it!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Joel R.

So Impressed

Ok, we did a last minute reservation and to our surprise Hillside delivered. We are regulars at Honey Creek (next door), now realize Hillside is just as nice. So relaxing and great views.
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10/10 Excellent

myron m.

We have stayed at the

We have stayed at the Hillside Cabin for many years. We are there every May. We love this cabin. It is perfect for a couple. It is clean, quiet, and very relaxing. The full kitchen is nice if you want to prepare meals at the cabin. The wildflowers around the cabin were beautiful this year. We will continue to come back.
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10/10 Excellent

Jon C.

Favorite home away

We have stayed many times in the Hillside Cabin and enjoy the comfort and quiet every time. The WiFi and internet have been upgraded and work great. Did have a slow drain in the bathroom sink that was fixed during our stay. This is our first choice place in F'burg.
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10/10 Excellent

RICKY K.

5

Really enjoyed the scenery and quietness. Thanks!
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10/10 Excellent

Travis S.

Great cabin

The cabin was clean and in great order. Plenty of supplies for the entire weekend. Very quaint, quiet, and peaceful place. Sittin on the porch in the mornin with coffee watchin the birds and sunrise then in the evenin with scotch watchin nature and the sunset. It's a great place to unwind and recharge. Will definitely be back.
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10/10 Excellent

Larry P.

Hillside Cabin

We enjoyed our stay. The cabin was clean and well furnished. It was nice waking up and see 7 deer nearby. If I may make a couple of suggestions. The tree where you park could be trimmed and the intake to the exhaust fan in the bathroom needs cleaning.
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10/10 Excellent

Jon C.

Our favorite

We have stayed many times at the Hillside Cabin and enjoy it every time.It is well furnished and very comfortable for us. The porch is a great place to watch life in the hill country with shade and a good breeze, even in July heat. The trip into town is quick and easy, but the country environment seems much more removed from the city action. Overall, a great place to relax from our normal big-city life.
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8/10 Good

Naomi R.

Thoroughly enjoyed.

As always we thoroughly enjoyed our little getaway at the Hillside Cabin. Watching the birds and deer by day and stargazing at night, it was just what we needed. Only one thing could have improved our visit and that's a little larger bed with a firmer mattress. Still we had a really nice time. We'd love to come back. Thanks.
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10/10 Excellent

Myron M.

Hillside Cabin

We have stayed at this property for many, many years on an annual basis. This is a great, peaceful, property. It is great for two people. The owners continually update the furnishings at this cabin. We could not be happier. The front deck/porch area is wonderful. This year there was a resident cardinal on the property. The cardinal enjoyed looking at himself in the mirror of our car each day. We will see you again next year if not before.

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

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

Great getaway

My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Hillside Cabin. It was nice to have the peaceful of the countryside but still be close to town. We saw lots of wildlife during our stay, so keep your camera close. The kitchen had plenty of supplies. I wish we could have had full use of the chest of drawers and more than two hangers. But I'm sure that can be fixed easily and it wasn't a big enough deal to affect the over rating of this beautiful property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Omar P.

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

Overall content with the stay

We went to get the key for our cabin in downtown Fredricksburg. At check in, we received a key and 3 breakfast coupons to use during our stay. When we got to our cabin, we realized that we received the wrong key and at the same time, the property manager called to inform us of the same. So, we had to drive back to get the correct key and were also asked to return our breakfast coupons for some reason which led to us wasting about an hour. We asked for late check out for the inconvenience and were granted an extra hour for check out. Other than this, the cabin was nice, clean, comfortable, and fairly private.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

Paul B.

4

This is about the 3rd or 4th time we have stayed at Hillside Cabin. It fits the style perfectly for how we like to stay when we or away from home. We have always found it to be clean and ready. However, we did have a couple of issues this time. When we arrived the shower curtain and rod had fallen off and it was not where it could be easily fixed. We called the office and were told we could probably use the shower without the curtain because it was wide but it still got the floor wet and we had to keep that wiped up. Also there were only 4 wash cloths for 2 adults/4 nights. It was a little inconvenient this trip but not enough to keep us from renting Hillside again.
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10/10 Excellent

myron m.

Hillside Cabin Review

My wife and I come to Fredericksburg every May. We always stay at the Hillside cabin. They redid the shower and it is GREAT! They needed to make that improvement. My only recommendation would be to get rid of the greenery in the house that sits mainly on the floor in the house. It is several years old and adds nothing to the decor in the house. The greenery just serves as a residence for dirt and pests. Our experience with Gastehaus is always superb. Our keys were in the mailbox when we arrived on Sunday. We got into Fredericksburg around 11 am on Sunday. We went and ate, and then picked up our keys. It was nice to be able to get into the Cabin around 12:30 pm. Thanks for providing such a good experience. We will see you next May, God willing! Thanks again!

8/10 Good

Pamela J., Brady, Tx USA

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

Clean and comfortable, but small issues

We very much appreciated being allowed to check in an hour early, as we were staying at this rental due to a medical procedure planned at the hospital early next morning. However, the living room TV worked for about 15 minutes before it quite working. The coffee pot leaked water all over the kitchen cabinet. We noticed no window coverings on the windows in the living/kitchen areas online, so no surprise about that feature. But experiencing the open windows after dark in person gave us an uncomfortable feel. Overall the rental was super clean, private, and cozy. We got a good night's sleep on the nice mattress and enjoyed the roomy, sparkling clean bathroom. I definitely recommend this rental if you enjoy nature and cleanliness, but be sure to ask if the living room TV and coffee pot have been replaced or at least checked out. pfjw and jrw Feb 2023
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ricky W.

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

Great place!

We really enjoyed our stay. Private, close to town, well furnished and fantastic view from the front porch. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by Gästehaus Schmidt

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Gästehaus Schmidt
231 West Main Street
Fredericksburg, Texas (TX) 78624

866-427-8374
830-997-5612
info@gastehaus.com

Monday - Friday
9am to 6pm
Saturday
10am to 5pm
Sunday
10am to 4pm

Languages:

English

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