Boutique 1BR Retreat, chilled & heated cowboy pool
Summary:
Escape to luxury 1-bedroom retreat in the Texas Hill Country. Fully detached from the main home, it offers true privacy behind an 8-ft cedar fence draped in evergreen vines and backs onto oaks and cedars. Enjoy Soho Home furnishings, Egyptian cotton bedding, a cowboy pool, fire pit, outdoor dining, and a private short dog-walking trail through the cedars and oaks. Ideal for couples seeking comfort, seclusion, and style near Driftwood and Wimberley. Pool heating/cooling and firewood included
The Space:
NEW: 🌿 Noble Retreat | Boutique Hill Country Guesthouse on Secluded Acreage
★ “Simply perfect and amazing! The place feels like home the moment you arrive.”
★ “A lovely, private retreat — wine by the fountain, coffee with hummingbirds, and a dip in the cowboy pool. Just what we needed!”
★ “This place is a gem — we’ll be back for sure!”
Welcome to Noble Retreat, your private hideaway in the heart of the Texas Hill Country. Designed for travelers who crave serenity, style, and space, this thoughtfully curated 1-bedroom guesthouse sits on a multi-acre Hill Country property beneath old-growth oaks in Driftwood. The guesthouse and its outdoor areas are fully private and include an exclusive short dog-walking trail cut through the oaks and cedars, reserved solely for guesthouse guests. Just minutes from wineries, swimming holes, and Hill Country charm, it’s an ideal setting for a romantic escape, solo reset, or elevated weekend away.
✨ What Makes This Retreat Exceptional
• Truly private guesthouse — no shared walls or guest spaces
• Gated, with secure access
• Set on expansive Hill Country acreage surrounded by native oaks and cedars
• Exclusive private short dog-walking trail, thoughtfully cut through the oaks and cedars and reserved solely for guesthouse guests and their dogs (leash required for safety and wildlife)
• Custom interiors with Soho Home, West Elm, and CB2 furnishings, natural textures, and designer details
• Subtle interior and exterior lighting with warm, dimmable bulbs
• The guesthouse backs onto a three-waterfall water feature that attracts hummingbirds, bees, butterflies, and other pollinators
• Carefully designed to feel both grounded and luxurious
🛏 Inside the Open-Plan Guesthouse
• King-sized luxury Helix bed with premium linens
• Elegant bathroom with natural light and organic toiletries, including dental kits, shave kits, hygiene products, and cleansing pads
• Fully stocked kitchen with cast iron cookware, spices, oils, and a pour-over coffee bar
• 55" Smart TV with streaming apps + Starlink high-speed Wi-Fi
• Cozy reading nook with curated books and board games
• High-end audio Denon Bluetooth amplifier, Polk Audio bookshelf speakers, Denon record player, and a curated vinyl selection
🌳 Outdoor Living You’ll Love
• Morning coffee on the porch with hummingbirds
• Refreshing dip in your private cowboy pool beneath the trees, complete with loungers and umbrella
– Pool is heated and chilled, controllable at the touch of a button
– Temperature range 65–102 (message me with your preferred arrival temperature)
• String lights added 8/19 for cozy, illuminated evening swims
• Small fenced dog area (12ft x 12ft x 4.5ft high) so small-medium pets can relax safely
• Stargazing and s’mores by the fire pit
• Outdoor dining with bistro lighting and Hill Country air
• Custom up lighting and string lighting for beautiful evening ambience
• Gentle fountain sounds while sipping local wine
📍 Location Highlights
• 5 mins to Hays City Store, live music, Whiskey Ridge, Mean Eyed Cat, Wimberley Valley Winery, and coffee shops
• 15 mins to Blue Hole, Wimberley, Jacob’s Well, Vista Brewing, Trattoria Lisina, and more
• 25–30 mins to Dripping Springs, breweries, Market Days, and live music
• Easy day trips to Fredericksburg, Blanco, and Pedernales Falls
🐾 Good to Know
• Exclusive access to the guesthouse and its surrounding private outdoor areas
• Well-behaved pets are very welcome; dogs must be kept on a leash at all times due to wildlife and property safety
• Dog waste bags, bowls, and unscented hypoallergenic paw wipes provided at no charge
• The main home may be booked separately; guest areas remain fully private
• Owner lives onsite in a separate barn residence — unobtrusive and available if needed
• For safety and property monitoring only: a front driveway gate camera, a Ring camera adjacent to my barn. No camera's in guest areas, walking trails and none are inside the home
• Fire pit use subject to local burn bans (hose and extinguisher provided)
Whether you’re celebrating something special or simply need space to breathe, Noble Retreat offers the calm of nature with the comfort of a boutique stay.
💫 Tap the ❤️ to save this stay — we’d be honored to host your escape.
Guest Access:
Guest Access
Guests have exclusive access to the Hill Country Retreat Guest House and approximately 3–4 acres of wooded land, located to the left of the road as you enter and drive up the property. This area is yours to enjoy during your stay. The area beyond the cedar privacy fence is reserved for the guests of the main house.
Gate Access
The front gate is usually open. If closed, a gate code will be provided in your booking confirmation.
• Entering: gate opens away from your vehicle and remains open ~20 seconds
• Exiting: gate opens toward you via a pressure sensor (keep slightly right as you exit)
Directions on Property
After entering the gate, keep left at the first fork and left again when you see the water tanks. Follow the cedar-mulched drive beneath the oaks to a short (~50 ft) path accessing the rear of the guesthouse.
Parking
Parking is provided near the guesthouse. Please drive and reverse with care under the oaks, as trees are close to the entrance.
Entry & Luggage
The guesthouse will be unlocked on arrival. You’re welcome to lock it during your stay. A small green luggage trolley is provided for convenience.
Other Things to Note:
Other Things to Note
Cameras & Privacy
For safety, property access visibility, and wildlife monitoring only, there is a front-facing driveway gate camera and a Ring camera on the exterior of my private barn
None of these devices record audio, overlook guest areas, or are located inside the guesthouse. They are not actively monitored, and privacy has been very intentionally preserved.
Water System & Conservation
The guesthouse is supplied entirely by rainwater, not well water. Rainwater is naturally cleaner and is treated through an ozone filtration system, with an additional Berkey filter provided on site for drinking water.
Because the property relies solely on rainwater—which is a finite supply shared between the main house and guesthouse—I kindly ask that guests are mindful of water usage and ensure all taps are fully turned off when not in use.
The cowboy pool is also filled with freshly filtered rainwater, helping provide a clean, chemical-light experience.
Dogs, Leashes & Land Care
Well-behaved dogs are very welcome. For the safety of your pets, local wildlife, and the property, dogs must remain on a leash at all times.
While the wider property is fenced, I cannot guarantee the integrity of every section of fencing, and the front gate is generally left open.
Please also ensure you clean up after your pet at all times to preserve the pristine nature of the land and ensure future guests enjoy the same experience.
Cowboy Pool – Safety & Use
The cowboy pool is typically covered with an insulated cover to help keep leaves and debris out and to provide insulation during both summer and winter months. Please be aware of this cover on arrival.
There is no gated enclosure around the pool, so please be especially vigilant with infants and pets at all times.
The insulated cover may be removed and neatly tied back using the twine attached to one of the solar lanterns near the pool.
Pool water is treated with minimal amounts of chlorine as needed and is rainwater-fed and filtered on site through a sand-filtered pool pump.
If you have any questions at all about pool use or setup, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Irrigation, Wildlife & Pollinators
There is a small outdoor sprinkler system that waters the grass area, which typically runs between 7:30 and 8:00 AM. This helps keep the vegetation healthy and encourages pollinators.
You may notice bumblebees in the nearby thicket and hedges. They are an important part of the local ecosystem, but please take care if you have allergies.
Fire Pit Safety
The fire pit may be used only when there is no local burn ban in effect and when winds are below 10 mph.
A hose and fire extinguishers are provided nearby. Please ensure the fire is fully extinguished—no embers or smoldering—before leaving the area or going to bed.
Thank you for your care and consideration. These guidelines help protect the land, the home, and everyone’s safety while ensuring the best possible guest experience.
Interaction with Guests:
I am available via messenger on this app and also live at the far end of the property, which is about 2 football fields away in proximity. I am here around 50% of the time. I also have a wonderful assistant who is local, however does not stay on the property, she will also be able to assist if I am not here. I tend to not interact with guests at all as I would want privacy as a guest. If I bump into you on property I will certainly say hello :) I try to keep my phone on silent from 10:30pm - 7:30am, so may not pick up your message during these times.
Accommodatie-voorzieningen
Zwembad/spa
Gemeenschappelijk zwembad
Privézwembad
Internet
Beschikbaar in de cottage: wifi
Parkeren en vervoer
Tot de parkeeropties ter plaatse behoort een garage
Keuken
Blender
Broodrooster
Elektrische waterkoker
Koelkast
Koffiezetapparaat/waterkoker
Kookgerei, borden en bestek
Kookplaat
Magnetron
Oven
Eetopties
Eettafel
Slaapkamers
Beddengoed inbegrepen
Slaapkamer
Badkamer
1 badkamer
Douche
Haardroger
Shampoo
Woonruimtes
Eettafel
Entertainment
Spellen
Tv
Buiten
Balkon
Barbecue
Tuin
Vuurplaats
Wasvoorzieningen
Wasmachine
Werkplekken
Kantoor
Comfort
Airconditioning
Verwarming
Huisdieren
Huisdiervriendelijk
Toegankelijkheidsvoorzieningen
Rookvrije accommodatie
Diensten en faciliteiten
Strijkijzer/strijkplank
Veiligheidsvoorzieningen
Koolmonoxidemelder (de eigenaar heeft aangegeven dat er een koolmonoxidemelder aanwezig is in de accommodatie)
Rookmelder (de eigenaar heeft aangegeven dat er een rookmelder aanwezig is in de accommodatie)
Je ontvangt een e-mail van de eigenaar met instructies voor het in- en uitchecken
De informatie die de accommodatie verstrekt, is mogelijk vertaald met automatische vertaaltools
Huisregels
House Rules
To help ensure a safe, comfortable, and relaxing stay for everyone, we kindly ask that you keep the following in mind during your visi...
Huisdieren
Huisdieren toegestaan
Assistentiedieren zijn welkom en er wordt geen toeslag voor aangerekend
Kinderen en extra bedden
Kinderen zijn van harte welkom.
Evenementen
Geen evenementen toegestaan
Roken
Roken is niet toegestaan
Belangrijke informatie
Algemene info
Deze accommodatie wordt beheerd door een professionele eigenaar die handelt vanuit zijn/haar vakgebied, bedrijf of beroep.
Afhankelijk van het accommodatiebeleid kan voor extra personen een toeslag in rekening worden gebracht.
Bij het inchecken dien je mogelijk een erkend identiteitsbewijs met foto en een creditcard, pinpas of borgsom in contanten te verstrekken voor incidentele kosten.
Speciale verzoeken worden onder voorbehoud van beschikbaarheid bij het inchecken ingewilligd. Hiervoor kunnen extra kosten in rekening worden gebracht. Speciale verzoeken kunnen niet worden gegarandeerd.
Feesten of groepsevenementen ter plaatse zijn ten strengste verboden.
De eigenaar heeft aangegeven dat er een koolmonoxidemelder aanwezig is in de accommodatie.
De eigenaar heeft aangegeven dat er een rookmelder aanwezig is in de accommodatie.
De accommodatie beschikt over de volgende veiligheidsvoorzieningen: een brandblusser en een EHBO-doos
Deze accommodatie heeft buitenruimtes, zoals balkons, patio's en terrassen, die mogelijk niet geschikt zijn voor kinderen. We raden aan om in geval van twijfel vóór aankomst de accommodatie te contacteren en te vragen of ze een geschikte kamer voor je hebben.
Onze partner, Vrbo, beheert deze accommodatie. Je ontvangt een e-mail van Vrbo met een link naar een Vrbo-account, waarmee je je boeking kunt aanpassen of annuleren.
Als je je boeking annuleert, ben je onderhevig aan het annuleringsbeleid van de eigenaar. In overeenstemming met de EU-regelgeving over consumentenrechten, vallen boekingsservices voor accommodaties niet onder het herroepingsrecht.
Over deze buurt
Je vindt deze cottage in Driftwood. Central Texas Bonsai Exhibit at Jade Gardens en Kyle Railroad Depot and Heritage Center zijn lokale bezienswaardigheden en wie zin heeft om te winkelen, kan bij Wimberley Lions Market Days en Plaza East terecht. Helemaal klaar voor een avondje uit? Bij Hays City Store en Willow Lake Watering Hole & Mercantile vermaak je je vast prima. Bekijk onze reisgids voor Driftwood
Internationale luchthaven Austin-Bergstrom (AUS) - 55 min. rijden
Restaurants
The Salt Lick
17 min. rijden
Hays City Store & Cafe
5 min. rijden
Dairy Queen
14 min. rijden
Blanco Brew
13 min. rijden
Salt Lick BBQ
17 min. rijden
Veelgestelde vragen
Is Boutique 1BR Retreat, chilled & heated cowboy pool voorzien van een zwembad?
Ja, deze accommodatie heeft een zwembad.
Zijn huisdieren welkom bij Boutique 1BR Retreat, chilled & heated cowboy pool?
Ja, bij deze accommodatie zijn huisdieren toegestaan.
Hoe laat kan ik inchecken bij Boutique 1BR Retreat, chilled & heated cowboy pool?
Je kunt vanaf 15.00 uur inchecken.
Tot hoe laat kan ik bij Boutique 1BR Retreat, chilled & heated cowboy pool uitchecken?
Je dient uiterlijk om 11.00 uur uit te checken.
Waar ligt Boutique 1BR Retreat, chilled & heated cowboy pool?
Deze cottage in Driftwood ligt op 4,4 km van Hays City Store en binnen 15 km afstand van Wimberley Valley Winery en Corral Theatre. Ook Blue Hole Regional Park en Willow Lake Watering Hole & Mercantile liggen binnen 15 km afstand.
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