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Star gazers and sanctuary seekers!

Vacation home in Fredericksburg with kitchen

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Smart TV, books
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Nestled in the heart of nature, this Fredericksburg retreat offers a tranquil escape from city life. With its unique rock masonry and rich history, spend your days soaking up panoramic views by the firepit or grill. As night falls, indulge in an unforgettable dark sky experience.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot Tub
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Star gazers and sanctuary seekers!

Unique rock masonry tells the story of a property in the family for 6 generations -- 1850 and a time when Indians still called it their land too. It's an oasis far enough from the city to hear only nature sounds, but just 20 minutes from Fredericksburg restaurants and Main Street wineries. Hang out by the firepit, grill, watch the birds and soak in a panoramic star view at night -- free of tall buildings, bright lights and urban noises. Take in a an unforgettable dark sky experience.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Note from host: Just for Service animals Documentation is required

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Map
TX, Fredericksburg

What's nearby

  • Main Street - 32 min drive - 32.3 km
  • St. Mary's Catholic Church - 33 min drive - 33.0 km
  • Rockbox Theater - 34 min drive - 33.8 km
  • National Museum of the Pacific War - 34 min drive - 33.8 km
  • Enchanted Rock Fissure - 34 min drive - 34.1 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hill Top Cafe - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Star gazers and sanctuary seekers! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Star gazers and sanctuary seekers!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Star gazers and sanctuary seekers!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Star gazers and sanctuary seekers! located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within 20 mi (32 km) of Enchanted Rock State Natural Area, Main Street, and Pioneer Museum. Artisans At Rocky Hill and Good Art Company Art Gallery are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Reviews

Star gazers and sanctuary seekers! Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing property
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and enjoyable property without issue.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristie W.

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

Very peaceful

Loved the quiet, country surroundings
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

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

Perfect location

Loved where the house is located and its beautiful surroundings. We saw deer daily and even in the front yard one morning. Very peaceful and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

charrish s.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enchanted Rock stay

Overall a clean and quiet place to stay. One minor hiccup at check-in but host made it right.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

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

Ranch House

Loved the property and location. It was a very tranquil location away from the traffic and noise of Fredericksburg. The ranch house had a historic look and feel. The host was very helpful and readily available. Wonderful fire pit and porch area. We sighted deer and other wildlife in the area around the house. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal G.

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

Wonderful retreat from the city!

This beautiful home in the Hill Country was absolutely perfect! The peace and quiet were amazing. We had everything we needed and felt completely secluded. It was spotless and everything smelled so clean. We can't wait to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexis B.

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

Quiet getaway

We loved the charm of this older house and the wide open spaces. Seeing the stars were spectacular! We hiked enchanted rock and went into town one day.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick B.

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

Breathtaking view.

Had a relaxing stay with a fantastic view. Nice and quiet but not too far out of town. Watched deer and had coffee every morning. We would come back easily.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandie D.

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

Stars and Serenity

We absolutely loved our stay at this remote location. The house was cute and clean. We really enjoyed the hammocks at night stargazing. The Milky Way was visible! Loved seeing the deer and cows. The quiet at night was something I will miss. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taras K.

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

Early Thanksgiving with family

This property is very remote, which is what we wanted. My cousin lives nearby and we searched properties near their home. We were very pleased with our stay. The stars were beautiful from this property, and the firepit was very enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

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

Get Away

It was a great property out in the country peaceful and quiet .Had a great time.Close to Fredricksburg to go enjoy the town.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucille F.

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

Off the road haus

Did some wine tasting , some boutique shopping , some pacific war museum visiting the house was out of the city down a long dusty road . Very secluded , very quiet . Sat by the fire pit 2 nights . Very relaxing .
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Archana B.

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

Star gazzing

It was a great secluded location. No lights around near by great for star gazzing and remote location experience. Our kids loved the open field to play and enjoyed the night camp fire spot. Sofa, floor and laudryroom sink was not clean properly. Otherwise it was a perfect getaway location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne Marie E.

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

Apt House Name

The house is aptly named with considerate hosts. In an ideal location, away from everything and close to Hill Country activities. You can see the Milky Way at night relaxing in comfortable hammocks, watch the sunrise on a bench swing on the front porch with a large cup of coffee and see deer walk by, and are within minutes to vineyards, shopping, and restaurants. The house is spacious and comfortable, in all a very relaxing place.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

CryoSat2

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

Awesome

Super quiet, nice and dark country stay. The stars are bright, deep in the heart of Texas. lol. We loved, Loved, LOVED it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kari & Aarti

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved that the house is secluded and completely private. Truly a perfect star gazing location with the multiple hammocks provided. The house is Clean, well designed with ample storage and open concept. A little far from Fredericksburg town, but you can drive back to come & relax at this private wide open sanctuary. Note: Google maps does not direct you to the exact location of the house, while Apple Maps did.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I came with a friend for stargazing. The weather unfortunately didn't cooperate, but it is DARK here. I live in (and usually observe from) a bortle 6/7 zone. But at this location, we saw so many more stars through breaks in the clouds that I could no longer recognize familiar constellations without the aid of a star chart. The Milky Way probably would have looked amazing if the clouds had gotten out of our way. There is some sky glow in the direction of Fredericksburg, but other than that, there are no lights to spoil your view. Bring flashlights. You will not be able to navigate in the dark here using light pollution :) If you are used to urban/suburban astronomy, and want somewhere dark to bring your telescope for a few nights, I definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy U.

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

Perfect!

Beautiful property with amazing history! Perfect setup for 3 couples. Bedrooms are spacious & beds were so comfortable! Kitchen, dining room & living room were just what we needed! The chairs around the firepit were perfect but the wind was too strong for us to attempt a fire. We set up the rolling hammocks anticipating a beautiful star-filled sky but the clouds put a damper on that but we are already planning a trip back!! We did have a little hiccup but the host is awesome & he worked hard to make everything right! We definitely recommend this property & we will recommend it to all our friends heading to Fredericksburg! It is out in the country but it’s a short drive to town or to Enchanted Rock.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

April A.

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

Wonderful place to relax and have a good time.

We debated staying closer in town to staying 20 minutes away and we were glad we chosep the Star gazers’ property. I’d advise arriving the first time in daylight, as it is a long private road where you don’t know if a deer or a steer will be greeting you.It was a good fit for our group. We were all cozy and slept well in the spacious bedrooms, glad we had the dining room to all eat together and play board games, and it had all the amenities we need to cook with. The weather was a little wild that weekend with wind and rain, so we were unavailable to use the fire pit of hammocks to gaze at the stars but appreciate having the covered shelter to park our cars.Definitely a great place for a reunion and space to stretch out.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Autumn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Treasa S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024