The Country Life Experience, Close to Distilleries, Wineries, and Wedding Venues

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Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

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Johnson City `, TX
  • William Chris Vineyards
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Lyndon B. Johnson State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Garrison Brothers Distillery
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the area

Johnson City

Located in Johnson City, this farm stay is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of William Chris Vineyards and Lyndon B. Johnson State Park. .This farm stay is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Bingham Family Vineyards Fredericksburg and 3.7 mi (6 km) from Garrison Brothers Distillery.

What's nearby

  • William Chris Vineyards - 2 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Lyndon B. Johnson State Park - 3 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Garrison Brothers Distillery - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Grape Creek Vineyards - 15 min drive - 24.7 km
  • Texas Hill Country Wineries - 23 min drive - 21.3 km

Getting around

  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Albert Ice House - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪William Chris Vineyards - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪290 Wine Castle - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Old 290 Brewery & Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Narrow Path Winery and Vineyard - ‬11 min drive

About this property

The Country Life Experience, Close to Distilleries, Wineries, and Wedding Venues

TO AVOID ANY CONFUSION ON BOOKING THIS PROPERTY, PLEASE SCROLL DOWN TO SEE PROPERTY LAYOUT FOR THE AMOUNT OF GUESTS, TO VERIFY WHAT PART OF THE PROPERTY YOU ARE BOOKING BY AMOUNT OF GUESTS.

We are in the heart of the Wineries of The Texas Hill Country. Our Inn has two venues … one being the Inn and the other the Bunkhouse House at The Inn. Our Inn has it’s own in ground pool with wonderful scenery and privacy. After a day of wine tasting return to enjoy our outdoor fire pit, charcoal grill for BBQs and picnic tables to enjoy the evening under the Texas Sky. We are a family business with roots in the Texas Hill Country.
Our little Country Inn is settled behind beautiful oak trees off Hwy 290 West approximately 8 miles from Johnson City, 1 mile from Hye and 22 miles to Fredericksburg. LBJ Park is 7 miles due west of the Inn.
Property address is 8263 W. US Highway 290 Johnson City TX 78736

Local Attractions
Wineries: Calais Winery (Next door to Alexander Inn), Within 2 miles: Hye Meadow Winery, William Chris Vineyards, Compass Rose Cellars, Within 8-10 miles: Wood Rose Winery, Hilmy Cellars, Becker Vineyards, Torre Di Pietra, Messina Hof Hill Country Winery, Fat Ass Ranch and Winery, Alexander Vineyards (15m), Fiesta Winery 290, Rancho Ponte Vineyard
Garrison Brothers Bourbon Distillery (3.5m), LBJ Park (4m), Enchanted Rock (39m), Stonewall Wildflower Center (7m), and Willow City Loop (39m),
Eateries: Pecan Street Brewery, Alamo City Cafe

Property is rented out according to guest count and additional area needed for particular guest. Please review how we book rooms and understand how it works prior to booking so there is no misunderstanding.
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Main House
Sleeps 10
3 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths
2 Common areas with fire places
55″ TV with 2.1 Bluetooth surround sound
Fridge, stove, coffee pot, microwave, pots/pans/silverware

Detached from house is the Bunkhouse
The Bunk House
Our Bunkhouse is located behind our little Country Inn which has 2 private sides, with private entrances for each side. Both have pool access and patio access.

French Room
Sleeps 2-4 guest
bathroom with stand up shower,
AC/heating unit, TV,
coffee maker, microwave, mini fridge.

Fox/Hen Room
Sleeps 4-6 (2 a joining rooms),
bathroom with stand up shower,
AC/heating unit, TV, coffee maker, microwave, mini fridge.

Main House
Sleeps 7-10 guest
3 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths
2 Common areas with fire places
55″ TV with 2.1 Bluetooth surround sound
Fridge, stove, coffee pot, microwave, pots/pans/silverware

Wi-Fi on premise @ additional charge. No streaming videos or movies. WiFi is billed off cell phone plan.

You can rent the entire property including (Main house & Bunkhouse) or rent the main house or bunk houses individually.
Booking 2-4 guest accommodates French room ($100.00 linen fee added)
Booking 5-6 guests accommodates Fox/Hen House ($100.00 linen fee added)
Booking 7-10 guests accommodates main house. ($100.00 linen fee added)
Booking 11 to 14 guests will include the main house/French bunkhouse
Booking 15 to 20 guests will include main house, French room and fox/hen-house.
Please sent inquiry for additional details.

Property is 18 and over due to location, decking, stairs and the pool not having a fence on the perimeter. The safety of others is major concern and this is why recommended for adults. You can sign a release of liability for anyone under the age of 21.

Perimeter video surveillance installed at property for liability & enforcement purposes.

Check-in:
When you first arrive, renter must go through the entire property to ensure everything is clean and in working order within first 30 minutes. If a discrepancy is found contact property manager ASAP.

Check-out:
We do not charge a cleaning fee as the rental home should be left the way it was found.
Sweep, clean and put away ALL dishes as found upon arrival/coffee maker, remove all bedding/sheets & towels and place in room of deck with sliding door. Wet towels go pile by themselves.

Ensure all windows are clean as found, IE. back storm door, sliding door off pool deck.
Pick-up any/all misc wrappers, glitter, tobacco products from your stay.

If turnover crew has to cleanup after you and your guests, the entire deposit will be forfeited/no exceptions.

Security Deposit will be non refundable and immediate eviction if there are any guest on the premises that are not on the signed agreement. Absolutely no pets allowed on the premises unless pre-authorized on signed agreement.

No pets/dogs allowed in pool for sanitary reasons, immediate eviction will be enforced. If it is found that there are pets on the premises that are not on the rental agreement or pre-paid for in advance Security deposit/credit card on file will be charged ($250.00) and immediate eviction. No Exceptions!

No fireworks, sparklers, snap pops, or party poppers of any kind.

Credit card information on agreement is mandatory for damages/penalties found on property.
Mandatory $250 fee/penalty applied to credit card on agreement for any guest on property not prepaid on the agreement.

Base price quoted is for the Bunkhouse. There is a laundry fee of $100.00 w Main house and $100.00 per side of Bunkhouse.

Charcoal BBQ pit fee of $10.00 and if not cleaned $100.00 will be with held from deposit/no exceptions.

Thank you for understanding.
There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. A Smart television along with a DVD player are provided for your entertainment. The bathroom has a bathtub and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Private pool
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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 and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: contact the owner to review dog breed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children allowed with signed non liability waiver.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Country Life Experience Distilleries Wineries Wedding Venues