We have been visiting the Hill Country Casitas for several years as a regular getaway place just 45…read moreminutes outside of Austin. Featuring beautiful views of the hills, each of the Casitas have their own personality. Sized for different needs, each Casita is well designed for comfort with well selected furnishings and finishes. Most have outdoor fireplaces, which are wonderful for gathering around on a chilly evening. All of the Casitas are very comfortable. However, for couples, I would highly recommend springing extra for the very private "Pauline" Casita. Located at the top of the hilltop, the Pauline features a large soaking tub and double shower. The views are spectacular! If the Pauline is booked up, there are others that are comparable. Recently, Hill Country Casitas added a large pool and spa, which are great for warm months. Other amenities include a large outdoor pavilion, a retreat center, firepit, and outdoor game area. Hill Country Casitas is also adjacent to the wonderful Hawk Shadow winery which we recommend for the tastings which are held on an outdoor terrace overlooking the canyon. If you are a "dog person", Hill Country Casitas also is very "dog friendly". I can't recommend it more highly for couples, family get togethers, wedding celebrations, or corporate retreats. Five Stars! Check it out!

Wow. Was I ever surprised as we drove down a gravel road in the middle of nowhere to the 'cabin' we…read morehad booked for the weekend near Dripping Springs. First of all, the 'cabin' was a stone house that was as cute as it could be. The owners must either have a really good sense of style or they used a professional decorator. The appointments and style in the cabin were first very attractive. This place not only had all the amenities a first class hotel would have, it had some very, very nice touches added, such as rockers on the porch draped with Mexican blankets in front of the outdoor fireplace, with a stack of wood ready to burn. The tiled shower had a shower head on each side wall, so two people could easily shower together and have plenty of room. The bathroom was equipped with lots of plush towels, plush rugs, a hair dryer, all the soaps and lotions, and a black washcloth for makeup removal. The kitchen was fully equipped, including ground coffee in the canister ready for the coffee pot. The cabin was immaculate too. Our location was quiet and restful, yet 20 minutes from two cute towns. I was pleased and impressed, and would highly recommend this retreat.

We stayed a couple nights in the "Nautical" treehouse cabin. It got the job done. If you want to…read morestay away out in the middle of nowhere with relative peace and quiet, it will probably work. There are three cabin sitting close together 10 to 15 yards apart so you won't get tons of seclusion if other people are there. The bed and pillows may be some of the worst I've slept on. Our cabin at least stayed cool with the air cranked and was clean. Wifi worked

My husband and I booked the Arbor Finch House in Dripping Springs for my birthday weekend and loved…read morethis place. It's a cute "tree house" in a nice wooded area with 5 other small rental houses. It was a super cute little 2 room rental that sleeps 5. Very clean. The house is located near downtown, lots of distilleries and wineries. I would definitely recommend and will be going back again.

This venue is perfect for a wedding. We had been looking around Drippings Springs and found this…read moreproperty. It's beautiful!

From the owner: Come relax in our remodeled Farmhouse located just west of Dripping Springs, Texas. We are close to…read moremany wedding venues. Some of which include Camp Lucy (3 miles away), Cricket Hill, Blue Rock Estate, Ma Maison and Vista West Ranch. The quaint town of Johnson City is about 25 minutes away.

HORROR STORY: This was the worst rental experience ever!…read moreYou'll want to read every detail... I'm an author with a tight publication deadline looming. To meet it, I decided to escape my usual distractions and embark on a two-week writing retreat. Without transportation, I needed a place with a kitchen and high-speed internet so I could stay put and focus. I also preferred somewhere remote to minimize interruptions. After browsing various options, I settled on D6 Retreats, believing it would be ideal based on their photos. I chose their "Stargazer" RV, one of the few units equipped with its own kitchenette and bathroom. Although I anticipated a bit of rustic charm, I wasn't picky, having previously traveled in an RV for seven months. Upon arrival, I was stunned by how misleading the photos had been. The RV was significantly smaller and in far worse condition than depicted. It smelled strongly of mold, and the floors were so rotted that they almost felt springy with each step. Despite this, I tried to stay positive and unpacked my belongings. Soon, I noticed swarms of tiny, biting gnats and an air conditioning unit so loud it overpowered my noise-canceling headphones and music. Determined to focus on my work, I set up my laptop, only to discover that the Wi-Fi was down. I contacted the resort using the provided number, and they instructed me to try again after resetting the router. This started a frustrating exchange that dragged on throughout the day and night. By the next morning, the Wi-Fi was still non-functional. I explained that my primary reason for being there was to work on my book, which I couldn't do without internet access. The resort staff were unhelpful, continually blaming AT&T. Eventually, the owner, Tara, reached out. She was kind and admitted they were aware of the issue, offering me a cabin at their other location until the Wi-Fi was fixed. The cabin had no bathroom, kitchen, or running water--just a bed--and despite being charming, it became unbearably hot. Even with the A/C running, it was like sitting in a puddle of sweat. The lack of a bathroom meant frequent trips to the "outhouse," adding to my discomfort. By 5 pm, with no Wi-Fi fix in sight, I requested a refund to find alternative accommodation. Tara provided a portable hotspot for the RV, and later that evening, the Wi-Fi was restored. Despite the rough start, I hoped I could finally concentrate on my project. The next morning, while working in the RV, used the bathroom. When I flushed, the toilet backed up, filling with water that had disturbing black objects floating in it. To my horror, these turned out to be black soldier fly larvae. A quick search confirmed that larvae in an RV toilet indicated serious issues with the holding tanks and sewage lines, which would require hydroblasting and fumigation. The larvae began climbing up the toilet sides, trying to escape. I contacted the retreat immediately, but no one responded. After 40 minutes, hunched over the toilet of terror and battling larvae, I encountered a maintenance worker at a neighboring RV who agreed to try reaching the retreat on my behalf. An hour later, I received a text saying someone would be sent, but it was clear a simple maintenance fix wouldn't be sufficient. I sent the retreat an article about the severity of the problem & the necessary treatments & insisted on leaving, but they refused to acknowledge that as an option. As larvae contined to try and escape the toilet, the maintenance worker returned, promising that bleach would solve the problem. I watched him pour half a gallon of bleach down the toilet. Unfortunately, within minutes, larvae began reappearing. My ride arrived shortly after, & I quickly vacated the premises. The first thing my friend said upon entering the RV was, "Oh god, what is that smell?" followed by, "Who would ever want to stay here?" Nearly ten days later, after following up, the retreat finally issued a partial refund. A partial refund after such an ordeal was infuriating. It was the final straw that prompted me to write this review. Beware of this place.

Had my friends and I stayed longer than a weekend we probably would have liked it even less. In…read morefairness it was a very average experience. The cabins are nice and comfortably house a few people each. The beds however were NOT COMFORTABLE AT ALL. The cabin is nicely air conditioned but that amounts to nothing in the beds that I could only describe as "hot." The retreat also advertised "WiFi on 99% (their number) of the retreat." To put it bluntly... the WiFi was not good. Our friend had to use his phone as a hot spot for our stay. We spent most of our time at the pool which was laughably small considering, as we discovered day 1 of our stay, that it was shared not only amongst the cabins and house that reside on D6 Retreat but also neighboring campgrounds. Thus leading to a very cramped swimming experience. Don't expect to do laps in the pool. On the topic of "neighboring campgrounds" and "discoveries day 1 of our trip" we had a small interaction with the hosts of D6 regarding noise. We were informed via email that "quiet hours were between 10PM to 7AM." Our party had full intentions to abide to this rule. We had spoken with the many neighbors that we had intentions to set up Karaoke around 8 in the evening until the designated quiet time. Our neighbors residing in the house and some from a close campground were down to join in on the festivities. Unfortunately, roughly 10 minutes after the equipment was set up and a mic check was complete we were approached by the "supposed" owners of the campground to inform us that amplified music was not allowed on the grounds unless we rented out the entire retreat. Not just the house and cabins, but EVERY NEIGHBORING CAMPGROUND that as far as our party could tell was not advertised as part of the retreat. We abided to their wishes but the situation left a sour taste in our party's mouth as it was a poorly communicated rule not given to us prior to our stay. We had a nice weekend despite the hitch in our plans to Karaoke but we probably will find a more lenient campground to stay at next time we decide to escape the city. I mean, who doesn't wanna do karaoke? ‍ TL;DR Cabins are nice, beds are NOT. WiFi is spotty at best. Pool is small. Views are nice. Poorly communicated rules are NOT NICE.

Loved every minute of our week stay. We had 31 family members between 4 months and 92 years old…read morestay. Some could only stay a day or so but everyone had a wonderful time. Grounds had all sort of activities or you could just walk around. A few deer in the mornings. Cabins were super clean, very comfy and well stocked. I give this place 5 stars. Mike your place is great!

Just returned home from a work retreat at this property. We had an amazing time! It is very clean…read morewith tons to do. I was in cabin 6 with two other adults. The bathroom is perfect for multiple users while maintaining privacy. It is divided up into three smaller rooms with many sinks and mirrors. The gathering areas are very home-like. The pool looks small, but don't let it fool you. There was plenty of room for us to spread out and have a good time. Thank you for opening up this property for us to enjoy! Note: there is no cell service here. It's truly a place to disconnect. There is WiFi, but it is "county speed". It's a fun addition to truly help you disconnect.

This is our fourth time staying at Lucky Arrow this summer, and every single visit has been an…read moreexceptional experience! The property is amazing, and everything is so well thought out--from the uniquely designed rooms to the abundance of privacy. The rooms are always spotless and stocked with everything you need to feel right at home. The staff is also incredibly friendly and accommodating. Shout out to David at the front desk! He completely has you covered. Most importantly, my daughter absolutely loves Lucky Arrow. She is on the spectrum, so it can be challenging for her to feel comfortable in new places, but she feels more than comfortable here. If I could give this place more than five stars, I would!

We spent one night here, it was Valentine's Day and they had their first supper club and we were…read moreamong the first to experience it. Super cute report with a lot to do. Unfortunately it rained the day/night we were here but we still had a lovely time. We are already planning our next trip to come stay here.

My husband and I got married here a year ago. This is a lovely place. The view from the balcony is…read moreso beautiful! The ranch itself is just amazing. We had 20 people over and they all liked the place. The owner was so helpful with everything. My husband and I live in California and planning the wedding from that far was a little challenging, but the lady helped us out with all the details and sent us a list of vendors. I would definitely recommend this place for any event. We saw some deers around the property, that was cute!

From the owner: The Ranch at Bell Springs is unique venue perfect for Weddings, Dances, Baby Showers, School…read moreEvents, Club Events, Dog Shows, Fund Raisers, Charity Events,Company Picnics, Birthday Parties, Receptions, Quinceaneras, Barmitzvas, Corporate Outings, Reunions, Wedding Showers, Weekend getaways or Christmas Parties. A mix of rustic, country and chic. A cosy venue nestled in Dripping Springs right off highway 290, overlooking Texas Hill Country with unobstructed panoramic views.

Our friends rented a double deck boat for the children's birthday. We had Austin as our Captain and…read morehe was phenomenal. It was a great time and he was pretty cool. It was so relaxing on a beautiful day.

Great time with Captain Lee on Lake Travis for our buddy's bachelor party. Would recommend to any…read moreone looking to rent a boat for the day with friends

Just moved to Austin from Seattle WA and my family and I needed to stay in temporary housing till…read morewe find a house. My husband was given a referral to call Residology to furnish our apartment and after our 5 day road trip from Seattle with two teenagers and a hamster we couldn't have had a better welcoming. I loved the way they decorated our apartment. Felt like home immediately. They provided everything we would need and told us all we had to do upon arrival was but groceries.

I used Residology for temporary housing during my stay in Austin. The place felt like a home away…read morefrom home. I was able to settle in immediately in my furnished apartment! What's even better is that they promote eco friendly living. Would definitely recommend if you need corporate housing, relocation housing or just seasonal/vacation housing!

I had a horrible experience with this company. I booked a 4-night stay through Vrbo in Marble Falls…read morefor my family of 4 for the April 8th eclipse almost a year ahead of time in May '23 to beat the rush. I paid over $3000 at the time, signed all the paperwork, rental agreements, etc. A couple of months before the travel, I called them to confirm and was shocked to hear they had no record of my upcoming stay, despite my reservations continuing to show on Vrbo. Apparently, they no longer managed the property. But when they gave up the property and the booking, they didn't transfer, inform me or refund any money! After many emails and calls, they finally refunded my money with no apologies or anything extra to make up for the mistake. Now I was in a bad spot finding a place to stay for my family since all places were booked and prices greatly elevated due to the upcoming eclipse travel demand. I finally found alternatives that ended up costing a lot more, not to mention the inconvenience of searching and moving between places. Finally, after our travel I got emails from these guys thanking me for our stay and asking for 5-star reviews (obviously we couldn't say there). It was pouring salt on the wound after the extra expense and inconvenience they caused! Either they are completely incompetent and unprofessional, or they are involved in scams to make extra money, and whatever the case they should be avoided at all costs!

We recently rented a property managed by Horseshoe Bay Living. I was impressed by their…read moreresponsiveness to my questions and their attention to detail with the arrival and departure instructions. Their quality customer service is outstanding. The property was beautiful too!