Cozy hilltop guesthouse at Barkspin Oaks Ranch. Beautiful views!

Dripping Springs, Texas
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Bath 1

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The Cowhouse is a charming hilltop guesthouse nestled within Barkspin Oaks Ranch, a 61-acre ranch in the picturesque Texas Hill Country. Located approximately 8 miles southwest of Dripping Springs, this cozy retreat offers breathtaking views that stretch for miles. It’s conveniently close to local wineries, distilleries, and wedding venues, including Alexander at Creek Rd, Camp Lucy, and Cricket Hill Ranch. Other scenic hill country towns like Wimberley and Blanco are within a 30-minutedrive, while Fredericksburg is easily accessible within an hour.

The Cowhouse provides a secluded and private haven for relaxation, complete with a fully equipped kitchen and laundry facilities. The kitchen seamlessly opens to the living area, featuring recently updated stainless steel appliances. The living room boasts a large window with an eastward view, perfect for enjoying spectacular sunrises. For entertainment, there’s free Wi-Fi, a Smart TV that also receives local network channels and a DVD player stocked with assorted movies.

Step outside onto the expansive 12 x 30 ft covered porch, which also faces east. Here, you can savor the breathtaking views throughout the day. The porch is equipped with a gas grill and multiple seating areas, making it an ideal spot for relaxation and outdoor dining.

Inside, the bedroom offers a comfortable king-sized bed, a spacious closet, and blackout curtains for restful sleep. The bathroom features a combination tub/shower, toilet, and vanity. Additionally, the laundry room houses a large top-loading washing machine and a sizable dryer.

The Cowhouse has a heartwarming backstory: Built in 2008 by the owners, Andi and Jerry, it originally served as their weekend home. Back then, there was no fence to keep out the livestock, and the curious cows would often approach the house. Their grandson affectionately dubbed it the Cowhouse, as he and his sister loved watching the cows up close. The name stuck, capturing the essence of this rustic retreat.

Barkspin Oaks Ranch, part of a larger ranch settled by Andi’s grandparents nearly 100 years ago, remains rugged and teems with wildlife. Deer, rabbits, and a family of foxes call it home. Bird feeders attract a variety of avian visitors, and occasionally, a pair of hawks graces the skies. It’s a place where nature and tranquility converge, inviting guests to unwind and connect with the land.

The Cowhouse is over 200 feet away from the owners' home and both are on top of a hill inside a 4-acre fenced area. The main house is located where it does not impact the great views seen from the Cowhouse. Outdoor living areas for both homes are separated by trees and there is enough space between them to ensure privacy. The owners and guests will share the private road to the public road but the Cowhouse has a separate parking area. The Cowhouse is 0.3 miles from the public road.

Guests will be allowed to walk around the mowed areas of the fenced 4 acres at their own risk. Guests are not allowed outside of this fenced area except when entering or exiting in their vehicle.

No Smoking or Vaping.

Check-in is 4pm and Check-out is 10am.

No Pets are allowed.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Property Does Not Allow Children Unit Size: 513 Sq Ft (48 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Gas Grill Outdoor Furniture Porch Or Lanai
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Video Library TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 2

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Review Review

  • Kelli

    Submitted Sep 30, 2025

    Stayed Sep 25, 2025

    Andi was excellent host—property well stocked, and excellent communication regarding check-in. Will definitely stay again if return to area. Property peaceful and quiet with excellent views!!

  • David

    Submitted Nov 1, 2024

    Stayed Oct 25, 2024

    A perfect weekend at a perfectly wonderful home. Views are spectacular. Our host was so gracious and provided many extras like snacks and cold drinks. The home was spotless and the bed so comfortable. One of the nicest places we have stayed through VRBO.

  • David

    Submitted Oct 20, 2024

    Stayed Oct 17, 2024

    Beautiful property; fantastic views. Quiet, lots of deer; host was fantastic. Will definitely stay again. Highly recommend!

  • Mario B.

    Submitted Dec 14, 2025

    Stayed Dec 12, 2025

    The house was nicely stocked with everthing we could need. The view is lovely and the home was just perfect.

  • Deborah B.

    Submitted Oct 27, 2025

    Stayed Oct 24, 2025

    This was a quiet and tranquil place to stay. The place was immaculate with everything you could need for a relaxing stay. The host, Andi, lives on the property and was there to welcome us and share details. We enjoyed the outdoor patio and local wildlife! We will rent again!

  • Lynn S.

    Submitted Sep 26, 2025

    Stayed Sep 12, 2025

    Our second visit to the Cowhouse. Very comfortable, extremely well equipped and beautiful views from the porch. Our hosts were gracious and we will return!

  • Richard B.

    Submitted Aug 1, 2025

    Stayed Jul 29, 2025

    An ideal hill country location.

  • debbie m.

    Submitted Jul 20, 2025

    Stayed Jul 18, 2025

    Everything was very nice enjoyed the view plus the wildlife Host was very nice with all the little extras

  • Lynn S.

    Submitted Jul 14, 2025

    Stayed Jul 9, 2025

    Our stay at the Cowhouse was excellent. The amenities inside were above and beyond! Very comfortable bed and luxurious linens, great shower, well stocked kitchen and a living area with comfortable seating and Smart TV and WiFi. Outside the views were wonderful, and the huge front porch perfect for bird watching and relaxing. Our hosts were gracious, respectful of our privacy and easy to communicate with. It was a perfect quick getaway and we hope to return soon.

  • Kyle F.

    Submitted Jun 22, 2025

    Stayed Jun 20, 2025

    This is my second stay this year. I absolutely love the place and the owners are incredible to work with.I cannot recommend this place enough! For me it is a quick weekend get away from work, stress, meetings. You can be here and enjoy the silence and beauty of the views. It's a quick trip into town if you need something or want to explore a bit as well.What I use the place for primarily is astrophotography. Great night skies with wide open views for your telescope and very little light pollution.Cannot wait for my next visit!

  • Portia C.

    Submitted May 29, 2025

    Stayed May 23, 2025

    The property was very relaxing. My husband and I went there for our third anniversary to get away from the city. He loved watching the deer just outside the house. We ate lunch on the porch and so relaxed that we fell asleep in the chairs. We would definitely combat the view is wonderful and the atmosphere is amazing. And tell my mom about it and she's thinking about booking it for herself. The place is clean and they provide snacks and drinks just in case. Not to mention extra towels blankets pillows and soap. And Miss Andi was a great hostess and willing to make suggestions gor entertainment and places to eat.We're definitely going back there again.

  • Paula M.

    Submitted Apr 27, 2025

    Stayed Apr 22, 2025

    Without a doubt, the Cowhouse was the cleaniest, best stocked, and most organized we've ever stayed and we've stayed at numerous VRBO properties over the years. I would highly recommend this to anyone.

  • Kyle F.

    Submitted Mar 24, 2025

    Stayed Mar 20, 2025

    This property is the PERFECT place to get away from it all. The house is fully furnished with everything modern, a huge smart tv, wifi access, full stocked kitchen, big refrigerator with ice maker, a laundry room with large size washer and dryer, roomy bathroom, plenty of storage space for long stays and a huge comfortable bed.The wifi has good bandwidth, easily enough to do conference calls or video conferences or any other remote work you may want to do.The real magic is outside. The property overlooks a valley with a large covered porch, bbq. Right out front are a pair of chair swings overlooking the valley. Fantastic way to spend a morning or evening just enjoying the silence.For me I went here to get good sky views to do some telescope astrophotography. This is a great place to see the skies (scope or not) and is far enough away from Austin that you don't see as much light pollution.Overall I highly recommend staying here!

  • Karen K.

    Submitted Mar 17, 2025

    Stayed Mar 14, 2025

    Waking in the morning to open the curtains to watch the beautiful color of the sun raising was the ultimate experience!! Enjoying to quite songs of the birds while sipping our morning coffee while hearing roosters in the distance is relaxing. Andi and Jerry were great with commication and providing privacy. Very relaxing and well stocked accommodations. We look forward to returning the next time we need a getaway to re-energize and spend time together. Andi was fantastic in

  • Bill & Pam R.

    Submitted Mar 10, 2025

    Stayed Mar 7, 2025

    This has been one of the nicest VRBOs we’ve ever stayed in. The beautiful hilltop location offers spectacular views of the Texas Hill Country, making it a truly special place. Andi, was the most gracious hostess we’ve ever had—welcoming us upon arrival with a warm greeting and a brief tour. She has meticulously thought of everything her guests might need, from snacks and quick foods to drinks and other thoughtful touches. We truly enjoyed our stay and appreciate all the care that has gone into making this such a wonderful retreat.

  • Joey P.

    Submitted Nov 12, 2024

    Stayed Nov 8, 2024

    The CowHouse was a beautiful and comfortable guesthouse with all you would ever need plus spectacular views and stunning sunrises!  The deer, foxes, and birds were the topping!! So grateful to the owners for sharing their space with us!

  • Wanda A.

    Submitted Jun 20, 2024

    Stayed Jun 18, 2024

    We had a very relaxing time at Cowhouse. It has a serene and spectacular view. The house is lovely, very clean, and has everything that you can possibly need.

  • Laura D.

    Submitted May 22, 2024

    Stayed May 17, 2024

    I have to say this was probably our most enjoyable stay. The house was lovely and so was the view that goes along with it. Will definitely be back.

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