Cool, unusual, scenic and memorable — these 10 unique Texas Hill Country Airbnb rentals will help you make memories.
The Texas Hill Country has a great selection of vacation homes for all tastes and needs, large and luxurious, to tiny and simple. And if you’re looking for one that stands apart from the rest—a different architectural style, an unusual setting or perhaps a particular historical significance, then we’ve curated a list of some of the more unusual Airbnb vacation getaways you may want to consider.
Bonus: There are plenty of places with fire pits for those cool evenings when the sky is clear enough to see the Milky Way.
10 unique Texas Hill Country Airbnb rentals
Tiny Glass House Escape in Hondo, Texas
Want to sleep under the stars in the Texas Hill Country while nested into a comfy queen-sized bed? The Glass House in Hondo, Texas can accommodate you. The well-appointed bed easily rolls outside onto the patio through a roll-up door and back again when you’re ready.
Prefer to relax indoors with great views of nature, including birds, antelopes and longhorns? You can do that, too. When you’re ready to explore, Hill Country Natural Area and Garner State Park are close by. When night falls, build memories back at the Airbnb by the fire pit.
Hill Country Tower just outside Boerne, Texas
It’s hard to find third-story views of pristine Hill Country landscape, but the Hill Country Tower just outside Boerne was specifically designed for that purpose. Offering a quiet and relaxing retreat for two in a setting with easy access to Boerne, Comfort and Fredericksburg, this unusual small house overlooks more than 100 acres of undeveloped countryside. Nearby Boerne offers an array of excellent restaurants and interesting shopping, including several antique stores.
Robert Wood’s Art Studio Cottage in Grey Forest
For fans of Hill Country landscape painting looking to connect to a bit of art history, Robert William Wood’s former art studio offers a rustic, but updated, getaway nestled in the lovely village of Grey Forest.
Born in England, Wood spent almost two decades (1930s and 40s) in the San Antonio area, painting numerous landscape scenes featuring the area’s rolling hills, live oaks, and bluebonnets. This two-story limestone cottage offers a quaint hideaway while being within 30 minutes of the Alamo, SeaWorld, Six Flags and the San Antonio Riverwalk.
Retro Airstream Trailer near Wimberley, Texas
For those wanting to experience staying in a vintage Airstream trailer without the hassle of hauling and setting it up, you’re in luck. With a comfortable queen-sized bed, hot tub and large lighted deck, glamping’s never been easier. Set on ten creek-side acres near Wimberley, you can quickly access a nice restaurant or grill your own dinner. And then there’s the chance to relax by the fire pit.
Treetop Dome and Dip Pool near Marble Falls, Texas
If you seek a strikingly different vacation experience, this property offers a modern structure tucked away in beautiful natural surroundings. Set on 100 acres that back up to the Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge, a large deck supports a geodesic dome and provides panoramic views as well as a dip pool. There’s a mini-fridge, freezer and microwave, but most cooking would be on the fire pit/grill. Marble Fall’s restaurants are about 15 minutes away, putting you close enough to civilization for convenience.
Hip East Side Tiny House in Austin, Texas
Hip, small and well-located. For one or two people looking for a fun, funky and tiny place to stay in Austin, this may be it. Noted tiny house designer, Greg Parham, who built the property, described it thusly, “The client wanted some steampunk and industrial flair, yet with a healthy dose of rustic elements.” Located a few blocks from UT Austin, it’s an ideal option for people planning on attending on-campus music performances and sporting events.
LBJ’s Brother’s Cottage in Johnson City, Texas
Any first trip to Johnson City should include a visit to LBJ’s boyhood home. And, for true history buffs, what’s more fitting than staying in his brother’s former cottage? Walk to restaurants, brew pubs, and art galleries and return for a quiet evening in this charming 1936 home. Sam Houston Johnston wrote a book about his brother, the President, and you can end the evening reading the copy left for cottage guests.
The Sweet Serengeti Cabin near Blanco, Texas
Looking for an opportunity to hang out among ostriches, zebras, donkeys, gazelles, wildebeest, and oryx? Wondering what an “oryx” is exactly? Come to the Sweet Serengeti Cabin near Blanco and find out. This 1,200sf cabin is ideal for six guests, but can accommodate up to eight.
Located on forty acres, guests have access to swimming, fishing or just enjoying the gazebo or fire pit. Downtown Blanco is just a couple of miles up the road, and Fredericksburg is only about 40 minutes away.
Live Oak Treehouse at HoneyTree Farm near Fredericksburg, Texas
Luxury treehouse? Why not? Relax in the hammock or the outdoor hot tub while surrounded by songbirds, deer, wild turkeys and armadillos. Read in the alluring book nook or stretch out on its comfy daybed and take a nap. When you’re ready, downtown Fredericksburg is only 7 miles away. Restaurants, wineries, shopping and Hill Country historical sites are all in easy reach.
Restored Chapel Villa outside Wimberley, Texas
Just outside the historic Hill Country community of Wimberley this beautifully restored chapel sits on a two-acre retreat along Lone Man Creek. With three private bedrooms and two full baths, there’s room for up to eight guests. There’s also a smaller “Little Chapel” house on property which can accommodate up to six people and a restored barn on the property that can be rented for weddings and other events.
When the rains have been sufficient, there’s a waterfall in a section of the creek that can be viewed from the property. The chapel is just a few minutes from downtown Wimberley with its quaint shops and restaurants for a broad range of tastes.
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