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Embrace the Magic of 4 Unique Winter Holidays in Wimberley
Embrace the Magic of 4 Unique Winter Holidays in Wimberley As winter settles in, it's time to break free from the traditional holiday celebrations and go on a journey of unique winter holidays! At Cypress Creek Cottages, we believe in creating extraordinary...
What to Do for Fun in Wimberley in the Winter
What to Do for Fun in Wimberley in the Winter Experience the magic of winter in Wimberley by immersing yourself in holiday-specific events and fun activities that take place throughout the winter season. Whether you're celebrating Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's,...
Reconnect With Nature This Fall in the Texas Hill Country
Reconnect With Nature This Fall in the Texas Hill Country Exploring the Texas Hill Country in the fall can be a magical experience. Autumn brings cooler and more comfortable temperatures compared to the scorching heat of the summer, which is perfect for outdoor...
The Top 2023 Travel Trends Lead to the Texas Hill Country
The Top 2023 Travel Trends Lead to the Texas Hill Country Get ready to embark on an unforgettable adventure as we delve into the travel trends for 2023 in the captivating Texas Hill Country! With its enchanting landscapes, vibrant culture, and rich history, this...
3 of Our Favorite Day Trips from the Heart of the Hill Country
3 of Our Favorite Day Trips from the Heart of the Hill Country Are you looking for new day trips in the Texas Hill Country? If you’ve already visited Wimberley's top 10 attractions, dining, and shopping experiences, we’ve got you covered. In this article, we’ll dive...
5 Benefits of an In-Room Massage
5 Benefits of an In-Room Massage Welcome to Cypress Creek Cottages – where luxury meets relaxation. Indulge in ultimate pampering by experiencing our incredible in-room massage services during your stay. Enjoy a well-deserved spa experience without ever leaving your...
4 Tips for a Relaxing Getaway
4 Tips for a Relaxing Getaway Are you in need of a break from the chaos of everyday life? A relaxing getaway might be just what you need to recharge and rejuvenate. Whether you're planning a solo trip, family vacation, or romantic weekend with your significant other,...
We Remodeled! Check Out the New Cypress Creek Cottage Renovations
We Remodeled! Check Out the New Cypress Creek Cottage Look Our goal at Cypress Creek Cottages is to always give your guests the best of the best. You didn’t come to the Texas Hill Country to have an average vacation or event. You came to enjoy the beautiful natural...
Texas Hill Country Guest Favorites: Top Restaurants and Attractions
Texas Hill Country Guest Favorites: Top Restaurants and Attractions Cypress Creek Cottages is located in Wimberley, Texas, a town right in the heart of the Texas Hill Country. There are so many fun things to do! Our cabins are either a short walk or drive from several...
4 Reasons to Ditch Airbnb This Year
4 Reasons to Ditch Airbnb This Year In the decade since its launch, Airbnb revolutionized the travel industry, making it easier than ever to find and book accommodations around the world. But times are changing and by 2023, there might be some compelling reasons to...
Why It’s Best to Book Vacations Early
Why It’s Best to Book Vacations Early Planning a vacation can be an exciting experience; however, it can also be difficult to decide when to book your trip. If you want to get the most out of your vacation, we recommend you book vacations early. There are several...
Planning a 2023 Wedding or Gathering? Trends and Tips
Planning a 2023 Wedding or Gathering? Trends and Tips Are you starting to plan your 2023 wedding or gathering? It can seem daunting if you’re not sure what to expect or where to start. Fortunately, whether your event is intimate or extravagant, there are plenty of...
The Texas Hill Country’s Top Outdoor Museums
The Texas Hill Country’s Top Outdoor Museums According to the Texas Historical Commission, there are more than 1,000 museums in the state of Texas! Instead of simply listing the Texas Hill Country's museums for you, we wanted to provide you with curated lists based on...
Reunion FAQs: What We’ve Learned After Hosting 200 Reunions
Reunion FAQs: What We’ve Learned After Hosting 200 Reunions Cypress Creek Cottages is a great destination for your next alumni or family reunion. We should know – we’ve hosted more than 200 reunions here! And through all of that, we’ve learned a few things and had our...
How to Have the Best Vacation with Your Pet
How to Have the Best Vacation with Your Pet Going on vacation with your pet doesn’t have to be a hassle or a “to-don’t.” We love our fur babies, feathered friends, and animal companions. They deserve to have a fun vacation right alongside you! We thought we’d also...
How to Plan a Family Reunion in the Texas Hill Country
How to Plan a Family Reunion in the Texas Hill Country Families big and small are itching to spend more time together after being locked down and social distancing for the past couple of years. The perfect anecdote is to plan a family reunion. To make the planning...
Texas Hill Country FAQs – Answering Your Questions
Texas Hill Country FAQs – Answering Your Questions We're spilling all the Texas Hill Country FAQs (and answers) you need to know to plan your next trip. We'll cover the what, where, when, and why in this article so you can spend your precious time planning your trip...
Walking Wimberley – Have Fun on Foot in the THC
Walking Wimberley - Have Fun on Foot in the THC We’re finally seeing the light at the end of the post-COVID tunnel – travel restrictions have decreased, even in airports. And no one wants to spend their first summer in over two years stuck at home because of the price...
Texas Hill Country Hidden Gems to Explore
Texas Hill Country Hidden Gems to Explore There are lots of popular reasons why the Texas Hill Country is a great vacation destination no matter the time of the year. And there are plenty of claims to fame in the area, like the amazing swimming holes and other...
Pack for Your Texas Hill Country Summer Vacation
Pack for Your Texas Hill Country Summer Vacation The Texas Hill Country has so much to offer when it comes to planning your perfect summer vacation. We’ve got gorgeous outdoor views and natural wonders, fun kid-friendly activities, and plenty of great wine and dining...
Plan a Great Texas Guys’ Trip
Plan a Great Texas Guys’ Trip Do you have a weekend guy’s trip or bachelor party to plan? The Texas Hill Country has a ton of interesting things for you and your crew to get into. As the weather warms up, it’s the perfect time to grab your best guys and hit the road....
Short-Term Rentals versus Cypress Creek Cottages
Short-Term Rentals versus Cypress Creek Cottages There are tons of different places you can stay when you’re on vacation. Cabins, hotels, short-term rentals – all are valid options to think about when you’re planning your next adventure. But how do you choose the...
3 Common Vacation Stressors & How to Avoid Them
3 Common Vacation Stressors & How to Avoid Them When you think about going on vacation, your first thoughts are often excitement: you’re thinking about all the fun things you can do, the ways you can enjoy some rest and relaxation, the happy prospect of “leaving...
Comparing Cypress Creek Cottages with the Best Places to Stay in the Texas Hill Country
Comparing Cypress Creek Cottages with the Best Places to Stay in the Texas Hill Country Hotels, motels, Airbnb, cottages, cabins, and more – there are a ton that say they are one of the best places to stay in the Texas Hill Country, and it can be difficult to know...
Plan an Amazing Texas Hill Country Girls’ Trip
Plan an Amazing Texas Hill Country Girls' Trip Your next girls’ trip doesn’t have to be difficult to plan. The Texas Hill Country has something for every one of your friends, whether they’re into fine dining and wineries or outdoor activities and historical spots. And...
Tips for a Cozy Winter Wedding in Texas
Tips for a Cozy Winter Wedding in Texas Your options for weddings are so much more than a big venue versus elopement. There are tons of micro-wedding venues that are both gorgeous and still very intimate. Looking for some wedding inspo? Look no further! We’ve got some...
Weekday Getaways: 5 Benefits
Weekday Getaways: 5 Benefits Weekends are the obvious choice for a short vacation or getaway. Most community and seasonal events fall on the weekends, and it’s the time when many people don’t have to work. But let’s show some love to those Sunday through Thursday...
Fall & Halloween Fun In The Texas Hill Country
Fall & Halloween Fun In The Texas Hill Country Texas may not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of a fall or Halloween-themed getaway, but the Texas Hill Country has plenty of exciting autumnal adventures in store for you! Plus, you can enjoy...
Pet-Friendly Adventures in Wimberley
Pet-Friendly Adventures in Wimberley We previously shared some tips for keeping your pet healthy and safe during your summer vacation, but the adventures are just starting to heat up when the weather cools down! National Dog Day is August 26th and National Cat Day is...
Have a Happy July 4th in the Texas Hill Country
Have a Happy July 4th in the Texas Hill Country Holiday weekends are perfect for exploring the beautiful country we live in with your friends and family. It’s the middle of the summer, the perfect time for a great outdoor adventure! Here are some tips for having a...
Summer Vacation Pet Care Tips
Summer Vacation Pet Care Tips Have you spent months dreaming about summers and vacations the way we have? More and more people are starting to think about their next adventure. But summer and vacations mean different responsibilities for pet owners. That’s why we...
Post-Pandemic Reunions: Tips for Gathering Safely
Post-Pandemic Reunions: Tips for Gathering Safely The list of missed opportunities is finally coming to an end. It has been a long year of social distancing, lockdowns, quarantines, and canceled get-togethers. But as summer approaches, there will be tons of...
Great Swimming in the Texas Hill Country
Great Swimming in the Texas Hill Country Looking for a great outdoor adventure? Take a road trip with your favorite people to some of the best swimming spots in the Texas Hill Country! From creeks to waterfalls to springs, there are lots of great spots to take a dip....
Why You Should Head to Texas for Family Spring Break 2021
Why You Should Head to Texas for Family Spring Break 2021 Tired of being cooped up or working from home for the last year? Also trying not to experience any of the events that inspired this list of hilarious tweets about traveling with kids? Then why not head to...
Texas Hill Country Travel With Someone You Love
Texas Hill Country Travel With Someone You Love Valentine’s Day is coming up, but who says only couples can celebrate? Spread the love by planning a Texas Hill Country travel adventure with your significant other, best friends, or even yourself! February is a great...
5 Ways to Enjoy Late Winter in the Texas Hill Country
5 Ways to Enjoy Late Winter in the Texas Hill Country The Christmas crowds have left Wimberley, which means it’s the perfect time for you to take a relaxing trip to the Texas Hill Country. Here are 5 ways you can enjoy late winter in the Texas Hill Country. Late...
Fun & Safe Ways to Celebrate the New Year
Fun & Safe Ways to Celebrate the New Year 2020 has been stressful, ever-changing, and unprecedented. We are still feeling the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, and our holiday and New Year season is going to look different this year. For the first time in 114...
Have a Jolly Holiday in Wimberley
Have a Jolly Holiday in Wimberley The holidays may look a little different this year. Why not make the most of it? Create new memories and traditions by planning a holiday in Wimberley, TX! Whether it’s for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or a relaxing winter getaway, we’ve...
“Fall” in Love in the Texas Hill Country
"Fall" in Love in the Texas Hill Country Want to plan a surprise trip for your significant other? Stressed out about having to cancel or postpone your big wedding? Planning a romantic getaway or event to experience the Fall weather and see the trees changing colors in...
Plan A Getaway to Garner State Park
Plan a Getaway to Garner State Park The Frio River runs through Garner State Park, making it an idyllic place to spend those last gorgeous summer days swimming, hiking, camping, and exploring this gem of the Texas Hill Country. Whether you are in need of a romantic...
Take A Hike on Old Baldy Trail
Take a Hike on Old Baldy Trail The Texas Hill Country, with its hot summers and gorgeous landscape, is a perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of post-COVID craziness, and the best way to start your vacation is to hike Old Baldy Trail, formerly known as Prayer...
Downtown Wimberley: Hub of the Texas Hill Country
Downtown Wimberley: Hub of the Texas Hill Country Ready for a vacation, but not sure where to go since COVID-19 is still affecting our everyday lives? Why not take an in-state vacation to Wimberley, Texas, the heart of the Texas Hill Country? While in Wimberley, make...
This Is the Best Day Trip From San Antonio, Texas
This Is the Best Day Trip From San Antonio, Texas Are you craving an escape from the hustle and bustle of the big city? We get it! Sometimes a change of scenery is the mood booster and restart button that we all need. Embark on a day trip from San Antonio, Texas, and...
Everything You Need to Know About the Cypress Falls Swimming Hole
Everything You Need to Know About the Cypress Falls Swimming Hole When you visit the Texas Hill Country in the summer, it’s easy to fall victim to the summer heart. Fear not— we have the perfect way for you to cool off. Take a dip in the Cypress Falls swimming hole!...
Why a Hill Country Elopement Is Perfect for You
Why a Hill Country Elopement Is Perfect for You Are you engaged and in the process of planning your wedding? Or, has your wedding recently been canceled or postponed? Why not take some of the pressure off of yourself and plan a Hill Country elopement? When you have an...
How to Take a Dip in the Infamous Jacob’s Well
How to Take a Dip in the Infamous Jacob’s Well Summer days in Texas are known for the bright and shining sun— and heat. If you’re searching for a unique and exciting way to cool off, visit Jacob’s Well. This naturally flowing artesian spring and cave system has been...
Here Are 7 of the Best Reasons to Visit the Texas Hill Country
Here Are 7 of the Best Reasons to Visit the Texas Hill Country Where will you travel for your next vacation? We think it should be the Texas Hill Country! From gorgeous countryside views to fun-filled cities to authentic Texas food, there are so many reasons to visit...
How to Have a Blast at Blue Hole Regional Park
How to Have a Blast at Blue Hole Regional Park No trip to Wimberley is complete without a day spent at Blue Hole Regional Park. This 126-acre park owned by the City of Wimberley has it all—walking trails, picnic areas, sports courts, an amphitheater, and an unbeatable...
Your Guide to the Best Memorial Day Weekend in Texas
Your Guide to the Best Memorial Day Weekend in Texas Each year, Memorial Day is the unofficial start of summer. This day kicks off the season of BBQs, swimming, outdoor adventures, and picnics with the family. Celebrate this holiday weekend and treat yourself to a...
9 Awesome and Unique Places to Visit in Texas
9 Awesome and Unique Places to Visit in Texas As the second-largest state in the United States, Texas has an array of hidden gems to explore. From majestic caverns to seriously-strange museums, the Lone Star state has it all. If you’re visiting the Texas Hill Country,...
