Pet Friendly Cabins in Hill Country, Texas

Pet Friendly Cabins in Hill Country, Texas
Cited by The New York Times in 2008 as the No. 1 vacation spot in the nation, the Texas Hill Country is a perfect vacation destination for those seeking unspoiled nature and plenty of outdoor activities. Located in central Texas, between Austin and San Antonio, the lakes, streams, rivers and hills of the area are ideal for fishing, canoeing, kayaking, rafting, swimming, tubing, hiking and wildlife viewing. The region also boasts superb wineries. Pet lovers who like to bring their furry friends on vacation will find pet-friendly cabins available in the Texas Hill Country.

Broad Creek Cottage

Located in Wimberley, a picturesque community established in 1848, Broad Creek Cottage lies among 40 private acres of lush oak trees. The cabin has two bedrooms with king and queen size beds, full bath, fully equipped kitchen, wood burning fireplace, central air and heat, washer and dryer, and cable television with DVD player. Linens and towels are provided. Guests enjoy a private pool with fully equipped cabana, outdoor fire pit, charcoal grill and picnic table. It's just a short 10-minute walk to the Blanco River where guests can swim, kayak and fish. Pets are welcomed.

Broad Creek Cottage
2635 Flite Acres Road
Wimberley, TX 78676
(512) 968-5271
Broadcreekranch.com

A Lazy S Place

Focused on sustainable living, A Lazy S Place sits on 12 lush, private acres that have been certified by Texas Parks and Wildlife as a Wildscape Backyard Habitat. The house was built from reclaimed wood from an 80-year-old barn. It has a fully equipped kitchen, full bath, queen size bed, queen size sofa sleeper, satellite television with DVD/CD player, wireless Internet access, a covered porch, barbecue grill and firepit. Guests can hike down the hill and see plenty of deer, raccoon, armadillo, wild turkeys and rabbits. Other outdoor activities, such as boating, swimming, fishing and river tubing, are nearby. Dogs are enthusiastically welcomed.

A Lazy S Place Guesthouse
218 Apacheria Pass W
Comfort, TX 78013
(830) 995-2482
Alazysplace.com

Little House at Shade Ranch

Set on 25 acres and 513 feet of private riverfront property, this 1,000-square-foot cabin is ideal for couples or small families. It has one bedroom, a sleeper sofa and daybed, and comes with a fully equipped bath and kitchen, rock fireplace, satellite television with DVD/CD player, high-speed Internet access, covered porch, barbecue grill, river bluff picnic area and table, and outdoor hot tub. For families with babies, high chairs and Pack n Plays are available. Guests can enjoy wading and swimming in the river, kayaking, fly-fishing, and river tubing in the Blanco River. There is also a larger private cabin with similar amenities that can sleep up to 14 guests. Pets are welcomed.

Little House at Shade Ranch
500 County Road 1492
Wimberley, TX 78676
(832) 640-4617
shaderanch.com/little_house

Article Written By Lisa Brei

Lisa Brei is a freelance writer who has written for "Los Angeles Family" magazine, "L.A. Parenting" magazine and various nonprofit newsletters and blogs. She frequently covers education, family travel, gardening, children's health and infertility. Brei holds a Master of Arts in education from University of California, Los Angeles.

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