After sharing the adorable Hill Country boutique cottage stay at The Wayback, we were asked about a roundup of similar boutique retreats in the state! We did some research and have rounded up the below!
Updated May 2023
HOTEL SAINT CECILIA
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This one you may have heard of...or at least seen a pool pic of! Named in honor of the patron saint of music and poetry, this guest-only property in the heart of Austin has stunning grounds! They have an Instagrammable SOUL pool and a beautiful bar! It’s the perfect luxe escape. You can rent a guitar, have an in-room spa service, and grab a book or vinyl to take to your room!
Austin | Directions
HIGH HILL FARM
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Located in East Texas, this retreat meets winery has vineyards, a pool, and entertainment from movie nights to live music! Indulge in everything from private campfires to champagne-laden sunset picnics and dining experiences in their acclaimed Côte Restaurant. Experience it all from adorable cottages on the property. They also frequently host events and have a golf course!
Arp | Directions
RITUAL
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Two hours East in Jacksonville, find a wellness hotel with a hybrid all-inclusive model where breakfast, drinks at the pool, a butler’s pantry of snacks, sauna usage, and access to the theatre and meditation rooms are included. They also have an adorable cafe and bar, along with a spa
Jacksonville | Directions
LUCKY ARROW RETREAT
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Find yourself feeling lucky at this luxury cabin living in Dripping Springs. Lucky Arrow has yurts, cabins, and porch houses to choose from. On site, there’s a beer garden, pool, bathhouse, and a custom Toyota Land Cruiser Troop to drive around the area in!
Dripping Springs | Directions
TRES LUNAS RESORT
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Outside Fredericksburg, find a resort that meets B&B. The New Mexican-style hacienda is all about peacefulness, with home-cooked meals by the resort’s owners, an infinity-style pool, hikes on the property, meditation at the Stone Chapel, reading by the fire, and more!
Milton | Directions
PERINI RANCH
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A nationally acclaimed steakhouse in Abilene, Perini Ranch is a Texas bucket list stop! Their two cabins make for a rustic and cozy getaway, for Texas ranch scenery, all the steak, and hiking in the surrounding area. Plus, nothing beats a peaceful night under the stars. Unless of course, it’s a peaceful night under the stars in five-star accommodations!
Buffalo Gap | Directions
SAGE HILL INN
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Take advantage of wildlife, views, a pool, bocce courts, a fire pit, and more on 88 Hill Country acres. Salt Lick and many wineries are just 15 minutes away, and there’s plenty of horseback riding nearby!
Kyle | Directions