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On Farm: Rustic Carmine Log Cabin w/ Porch!
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4102.2 sq m
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2 (Loft)
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Full Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
On Farm: Rustic Carmine Log Cabin w/ Porch!
Welcome to the Rocking Horse Retreat, a 60-acre farm situated in the charming town of Carmine! This 2-bedroom, 1-bath vacation rental cabin is in the best place to experience life on the Texas prairie. Spend your days fishing in the pond, sipping iced tea on the wraparound porch, or venturing out to nearby towns like Round Top and Brenham. Fall in love with the serene views of the countryside, and don't forget to invite your whole family along when you book the other cabins on the farm.
-- THE PROPERTY --
Fishing Pond | Free WiFi | 2 Miles to Downtown Carmine
Experience the quintessential countryside escape when you book this darling log cabin, providing the perfect place for a secluded couple's retreat or a rejuvenating getaway for a small family.
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2 (Loft): Queen Bed
OUTDOOR LIVING: 60-acre farm, bench swing, wraparound porch, countryside views, patio furniture, fenced-in yard
INDOOR LIVING: Cable TV, open floor plan, ceiling fans, clawfoot tub, 4-person dining table, wood-burning stove, loft suite w/ Cathedral ceilings
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, drip coffee maker, toaster, dishware/flatware
GENERAL: Central heating & air conditioning, linens, towels, hair dryer
FAQ: Bedroom & bathroom on 1st floor, stairs required for access
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles)
ADDT'L ACCOMMODATIONS: Three additional properties are available on-site, each with separate nightly rates: a 2-bedroom for 4 guests, a 1-bedroom for 4 guests, and a 1-bedroom for 2 guests. If you would like to reserve multiple rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking
-- THE LOCATION --
EXPLORE NATURE: Lake Somerville State Park & Trailway (28.0 miles), Kreische Brewery and Monument Hill State Historic Site (29.0 miles), Billig Ranch (31.2 miles), Bastrop State Park (43.1 miles)
NEARBY TOWNS: Round Top (10.5 miles), Brenham (19.1 miles), College Station (51.2 miles), Austin (73.2 miles), Houston (92.0 miles)
LOCAL FARE: JW Steakhouse (2.7 miles), Burton Cafe (6.9 miles), Paw-Paw's FireHouse & Cafe (7.2 miles), Royers Round Top Cafe (10.5 miles), Teague's Tavern (10.6 miles), Saddlehorn Winery (11.0 miles), Blue Bell Ice Cream (19.6 miles)
AIRPORT: Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (67.1 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: There are other bookable vacation rentals on-site; other travelers may be present during your stay
- NOTE: This property requires stairs to access
- NOTE: The homeowner may be flexible with the maximum occupancy if you are traveling with children (contact Evolve with requests of more than 4 guests)
-- THE PROPERTY --
Fishing Pond | Free WiFi | 2 Miles to Downtown Carmine
Experience the quintessential countryside escape when you book this darling log cabin, providing the perfect place for a secluded couple's retreat or a rejuvenating getaway for a small family.
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2 (Loft): Queen Bed
OUTDOOR LIVING: 60-acre farm, bench swing, wraparound porch, countryside views, patio furniture, fenced-in yard
INDOOR LIVING: Cable TV, open floor plan, ceiling fans, clawfoot tub, 4-person dining table, wood-burning stove, loft suite w/ Cathedral ceilings
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, drip coffee maker, toaster, dishware/flatware
GENERAL: Central heating & air conditioning, linens, towels, hair dryer
FAQ: Bedroom & bathroom on 1st floor, stairs required for access
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles)
ADDT'L ACCOMMODATIONS: Three additional properties are available on-site, each with separate nightly rates: a 2-bedroom for 4 guests, a 1-bedroom for 4 guests, and a 1-bedroom for 2 guests. If you would like to reserve multiple rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking
-- THE LOCATION --
EXPLORE NATURE: Lake Somerville State Park & Trailway (28.0 miles), Kreische Brewery and Monument Hill State Historic Site (29.0 miles), Billig Ranch (31.2 miles), Bastrop State Park (43.1 miles)
NEARBY TOWNS: Round Top (10.5 miles), Brenham (19.1 miles), College Station (51.2 miles), Austin (73.2 miles), Houston (92.0 miles)
LOCAL FARE: JW Steakhouse (2.7 miles), Burton Cafe (6.9 miles), Paw-Paw's FireHouse & Cafe (7.2 miles), Royers Round Top Cafe (10.5 miles), Teague's Tavern (10.6 miles), Saddlehorn Winery (11.0 miles), Blue Bell Ice Cream (19.6 miles)
AIRPORT: Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (67.1 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: There are other bookable vacation rentals on-site; other travelers may be present during your stay
- NOTE: This property requires stairs to access
- NOTE: The homeowner may be flexible with the maximum occupancy if you are traveling with children (contact Evolve with requests of more than 4 guests)
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About the area
Carmine
Carmine is home to this cabin. Burton Railroad Depot & Museum and Winedale Historical Complex are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Giddings Country Club and Leesure Lanes. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Spencer Field, or consider a night out at Big Red Barn Event Center.

Carmine, TX
What's nearby
- Burton Railroad Depot & Museum - 15 min drive - 15.4 km
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- Festival Hill Concert Hall - 19 min drive - 15.9 km
- Henkel Square Market - 20 min drive - 17.4 km
- The Round Top Historical Society - 20 min drive - 17.4 km
Restaurants
- Los Patrones Mexican Grill - 13 min drive
- J W's Steakhouse - 9 min drive
- Busted Oak Cellars - 18 min drive
- Rosenbaum Burton Cafe - 15 min drive
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Check-in
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Communication
9.6/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
From a partner site
8 October 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Claire C.
22 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Claire C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Julie A.
21 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and quiet.
Julie A.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amber F.
5 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded & Quiet
Amber F.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Terry J.
27 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Baseball Getaway
Terry J.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Karon W.
6 February 2019
Very nice and well kept cabin
Karon W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
Christy C.
6 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Carmine Stay
Christy C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Beverly S.
8 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient Location
Beverly S.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Kyle M.
2 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and Quite
Kyle M.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cathy B.
15 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s hits all the notes
Cathy B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Pat B.
26 April 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wildflower getaway
Pat B.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Michael
22 March 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Michael
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Lori S.
22 November 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Lori S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rusty W.
12 September 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Getaway
Rusty W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
David M.
28 March 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary Getaway
David M.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
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4/10 Poor
Verified traveller
22 March 2021
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mark F.
16 January 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Cabin
Mark F.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Grant G.
27 October 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Grant G.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
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10/10 Excellent
Laura B.
6 September 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what we were looking for!
Laura B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent
Kelly O.
25 August 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfectly peaceful!
Kelly O.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent
Glenda F.
10 August 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Couples Getaway
Glenda F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
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10/10 Excellent
Dr. Pablo R.
12 July 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Place
Dr. Pablo R.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020
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8/10 Good
Cathy M.
10 July 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Getaway
Cathy M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
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10/10 Excellent
Paola A.
31 March 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything as described
Paola A.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
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Paris G.
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