Family Retreat / Pool / Ping Pong / Hot Tub

Summary:

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Welcome to Estancia! This sophisticated Hill Country retreat is perfectly positioned just half a block from Main Street in Fredericksburg, TX. Designed for a luxurious family getaway, it features generous indoor and outdoor gathering spaces, along with plentiful sleeping arrangements to ensure comfort for all.

The Space:

Ideal for a family retreat, this four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom home boasts a spacious living area, full kitchen, fire pit, a refreshing pool (heated when needed), a fun-filled ping pong table, a wide screened-in porch, and an expansive shaded outdoor area. Enjoy your morning coffee while watching the birds in the shaded outdoor space, graced by one of Central Texas's most ancient Live Oaks!

Guest Access:

Guests will have access to the entire home except for a small closet or two.

- Full private heated pool with sun loungers

- Screened-in patio with comfy chairs

- Full Kitchen

- Fire Pit

- Gas Grill

- Ping Pong Table

- Books and Reading Material

- Parking for 5 cars

The Neighborhood:

A quaint neighborhood with tree-lined streets that exude timeless charm. The pace of life here is unhurried, allowing you to escape the hustle and bustle of daily routines. Walking distance from Main Street in Fredericksburg! You are right in the heart of Hill Country! Downtown Fredericksburg is a shopper's haven with diverse boutiques, art galleries, and specialty shops. Explore historic Main Street for unique souvenirs and delectable eats.

Getting Around:

Our property sits just half a block from Fredericksburg’s iconic Main Street, placing you steps away from shops, restaurants, and local attractions.

Nearby Bars and Restaurants:

Friedhelm's Bavarian Inn Restaurant & Bar - 0.3 mile

Jack's Chophouse - 0.4 mile

Old German Bakery & Restaurant - 0.8 miles

Martini's Seafood House - 1 mile

Hill & Vine - 1.1 miles

Nearby Wineries:

Absolute Charm Wine Tours - 184 ft

Pontotoc Vineyard Weingarten - 0.6 mile

Nearby Stores:

Schatze House Resale Boutique - 0.1 mile

H-E-B - Located at 407 South Adams

Natural Grocers - Located at 610 E Main

Rustlin' Rob's Texas Gourmet Foods - Located at 121 E Main

Other Things to Note:

Important: To ensure a smooth check-in experience, you'll also be asked to review and sign the House Rules, Emerald Stay Terms & Conditions, provide a copy of your ID and credit card details for incidentals and reason for visit via the Guest App Link sent in your reservation confirmation. Please make sure to complete this step at least 24 hours before your arrival to receive your arrival instructions.

Please note that payments over $1,000 require a quick verification step. Guesty Pay Protect will contact you via email before your payment is processed to complete this verification. If the verification isn’t completed within 15 minutes, the reservation will unfortunately be canceled due to non-payment.

House Rules:

- Occupancy [ 12 ]

- Primary guest must be at least 21 years old and present for the entirety of the stay.

- To use streaming services, guests must log in with their credentials.

- One security camera is located in the driveway for your safety.

- Quiet Hours are from 10 PM -7 AM.

- Early check-in and late check-out are possible, subject to availability and with an associated fee.

- There is a small fire pit in the backyard. We kindly ask guests to bring their own supplies and extinguish any flames/coals after each use.

- This is a dark sky community. Please ensure to shut off any lights while not in use. A Dark Sky Community is a designated area that takes measures to reduce light pollution, preserving the natural night sky for the benefit of both people and wildlife.

- If any furniture is moved, please place it back in the original space where it was found.

- Additional charges (including shipping fees) may apply if personal items are left behind.

- In the event that you need to use the hard key, we kindly request that you place it back in the lockbox before departing. Failure to return any keys used to the lockbox will result in a $50 replacement fee per key.

Pet Policy:

- 1 pet of 50 lbs or less is allowed with an additional fee of $100. Please clean up after your pet as additional cleaning charges may apply.

Parking Policy:

- There is free parking available for 5 vehicles.

Pool and Hot Tub Rules:

- Pool heating feature will only be available during the winter months.

- Please ensure that the gates remain shut at all times due to the presence of an unsupervised water feature (swimming pool) on the premises.

- Please advise us at least 1 day in advance of your stay if you would like to have access to the heated pool. There will be an additional fee of $100 per night when approved.

- Hot tub is available upon request only. Please advise us 1 day in advance.

- No lifeguard on duty. Swim at your own risk. Supervise children at all times. (Pool)

- Please rinse off before entry.

- No glass is allowed in the pool and hot tub area. Additional fees may apply if glass is found.

- Tampering with the pool and hot tub equipment could incur an additional fee.

- Please note that the pool heater may struggle to maintain temperature if it's below 45°F. If the temperature drops below 35°F, we will be unable to turn the heater on, as it cannot function effectively at that level.

- For health, safety, and maintenance reasons, pets are strictly prohibited from entering the pool. A $500 fine will be charged if this rule is violated.

Fire and Safety Precautions:

- Smoking is NOT allowed.

- Minimum smoking fee: $250. However, the total charge may be higher if the property's condition renders it temporarily unrentable.

- Fireworks are not allowed.

-- There is a fireplace on site. We kindly ask guests to bring their supplies, extinguish any flames/coals after each use, and adhere to any county burn ban in effect.

- Lighting candles is not allowed inside the property. We kindly ask that you refrain from using candles indoors to ensure the safety of all guests and the property.

HVAC Rules: Please do not set the home's thermostat above 76 (heating) or below 68 (cooling). To avoid overloading the system, please adjust the thermostat by no more than 2 degrees per hour and keep the doors and windows closed as much as possible. If you encounter any issues, don’t hesitate to contact us.

Please note that this is a rural property out in the Texas Hill Country, where it's common to encounter wildlife such as birds, reptiles, deer, and other local fauna. Rural areas like ours may have limited or different services compared to urban settings, including cell phone and delivery services.

As you may know, Texas is home to plenty of bugs, especially during cricket season. You may notice a few more of them around September and they’re completely harmless, though we understand they can be a bit pesky. Rest assured, we take proactive measures to manage them, and it shouldn’t pose a problem during your stay. To help keep them outside, please keep all windows and doors closed, especially in the evenings. If you happen to notice any inside, feel free to use the bug spray provided under the sink.

Interaction with Guests:

We're delighted to have you as our guest and are committed to making your stay comfortable and enjoyable. Whether you have questions, concerns, or need assistance, please feel free to contact us via phone call, your preferred booking application, or email. We're here to assist you with our home.