Frequently Asked Questions

Cypress Creek Cottages is at 104 Scudder Lane, Wimberley, Texas 78676 — in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, less than a mile from the historic Wimberley Town Square. We're about 45 minutes southwest of Austin and just over an hour northeast of San Antonio. You can reach us at 512-847-5950.

Cypress Creek Cottages is a collection of 12 pet-friendly upscale cottages on the banks of Cypress Creek in Wimberley, Texas. Each cottage is its own private home — king-size memory foam bed, full kitchen, separate living room with fireplace, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV with cable, private deck, dedicated barbecue grill, and a private hot tub for every cottage. We're less than a mile from the Wimberley Town Square, 1.2 miles from swimming at Cypress Falls, and have a fenced pet park on site. Watch our property tour video to see it for yourself.

At a hotel you get a room. At Cypress Creek Cottages you get your own private cottage — a full home with a separate living room, full kitchen, private deck, private barbecue grill, and your own private hot tub. No shared walls. No hallways. No elevator. Just your cottage, the woods or the creek outside, and the Wimberley Square a short walk away. We have a small on-site team to help when you need it, and you have the privacy of a vacation rental with the service of a hotel.

Three reasons most of our guests prefer us over a short-term rental:

1. On-site staff. There's a real person here every day if something needs attention. No remote host. No lockbox roulette.
2. One transparent price. No cleaning fees, no booking fees, no convenience fees, no "service fees." The rate you see plus tax is what you pay.
3. End-to-end accountability. We own and operate the property, so when you call us with a question or a request, we can actually do something about it.

Most of our repeat guests started by comparing us to an Airbnb and never went back. We've written more about it on our blog: 4 reasons to ditch Airbnb and VRBO.

Yes. You can view our interactive Cypress Creek Cottages property map to see how the 12 cottages, pavilion, pet park, and creek access are arranged across the property. Each cottage also has its own individual cottage page showing layout, photos, and features.

We're in Wimberley, in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, with easy drives from all three major Texas cities:

• Austin: ~45 minutes southwest (about 40 miles)
• San Antonio: ~1 hour 15 minutes northeast (about 65 miles)
• Houston: ~3 hours west (about 180 miles)
• Austin–Bergstrom International Airport (AUS): ~55 minutes

Many of our guests fly into Austin, rent a car, and are sitting on their private deck within an hour.

Yes — and we recommend it. Watch our Cypress Creek Cottages property tour to see the layout, the creek, the pet park, and the pavilion. Then watch the individual cottage tours in the Cypress Creek Cottages Master Playlist to see the inside of all 12 cottages. Every cottage has its own video so you can pick the one that fits you best.

Yes. Pets are VIPs at Cypress Creek Cottages. Every one of our 12 cottages is pet-friendly. We have a fenced pet park on the property, creek access for your dog, and a Very Important Pet (VIP) welcome package waiting for them: bowl, treat, and comfort mat. The pet fee is $15 per pet, per night — no pet deposit, no breed restriction, no weight limit. Two-pet limit per cottage; call us at 512-847-5950 if you need an exception (we usually can accommodate).

No breed restrictions. No weight limits. No pet deposit. Unlike most pet-friendly hotels, we don't discriminate by breed or size. We've hosted everything from chihuahuas to Great Danes. We do ask that pets be housebroken, on a leash outdoors, and considerate of other guests and pets. Aggressive or excessively noisy pets will be asked to leave — that's our only rule.

$15 per pet, per night. No pet deposit. That fee includes our VIP (Very Important Pet) welcome package — bowl, treat, and comfort mat — plus unlimited access to our fenced pet park and to Cypress Creek. For less than the cost of boarding, your dog comes on vacation with you.

Possibly — call us. The standard limit is two pets per cottage, but we make exceptions all the time for well-behaved dogs and for guests booking multiple cottages. Call us at 512-847-5950 before you book so we can talk through the details.

Yes. We have a fenced pet park on the property where your dog can run off-leash with other guest dogs. There's also direct access to Cypress Creek — most dogs love wading in the creek on a hot Hill Country day. You can see both on our property map and in our property tour video.

Yes — we offer on-site pet daycare for an additional fee so you can go to dinner, do a wine tasting, or visit Cypress Falls without leaving your dog alone in the cottage. Just let us know when you book or call us at 512-847-5950 to arrange. Advance scheduling required.

12 cottages. Each is a separate, free-standing private home — 5 standard 1-bedroom cottages sleeping 4 (Cottages 1–5), 3 one-bedroom + loft cottages sleeping 5 (Cottages 6–8, with the loft adding two twin beds), 2 two-bedroom creek-facing cottages sleeping 6 (Cottages 9–10), and 2 cozy 1-bedroom cottages sleeping 3 (Cottages 11–12, with Cottage 11 Jade also creek-facing). You can book a single cottage, several, or all 12 for a buyout reunion or event. Take a virtual walk-through of every cottage in our Master Playlist.

We have four cottage configurations across three layouts:

• Standard 1-bedroom (sleeps 4): King bed + sleeper sofa. Cottages 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. Perfect for couples and small families. Watch the Cottage 1 White tour as a representative example.
• Cozy 1-bedroom (sleeps 3): King bed + sleeper sofa. Cottages 11 (Jade — creek-facing) and 12 (Pewter). Ideal for couples wanting an intimate retreat. Watch the Cottage 11 Jade tour.
• 1-bedroom + loft (sleeps 5): Main king bed + sleeper sofa downstairs plus 2 twin beds in the loft upstairs. Cottages 6, 7, and 8. Great for families with kids who want their own space. Watch the Cottage 6 Purple tour.
• 2-bedroom creek-facing (sleeps 6): Two king-bed bedrooms with private decks overlooking Cypress Creek. Cottages 9 (Amethyst) and 10 (Coral) — our two creek-facing flagships. Watch the Cottage 9 Amethyst tour.

Every cottage — regardless of layout — has a full kitchen, separate living room with fireplace, private deck, private hot tub, and barbecue grill.

Yes — every one of our 12 cottages has its own private hot tub on its own private deck. Not shared. Not communal. Yours alone for the length of your stay, available 24 hours a day. This is one of the things that makes Cypress Creek Cottages different from almost every other property in the Texas Hill Country: a private hot tub for every guest, every cottage, every night.

No hours, no restrictions. Your hot tub is on your private deck and yours to use whenever you want — sunrise coffee, midnight stargazing, or anything in between. If you'd like the water cooler, just lift the cover for a while and the temperature will drop on its own.

Yes. Three of our cottages directly face Cypress Creek:

• Cottage 9 — Amethyst (2-bedroom, sleeps 6, creek-facing) — watch the tour
• Cottage 10 — Coral (2-bedroom, sleeps 6, creek-facing) — watch the tour
• Cottage 11 — Jade (1-bedroom, sleeps 3, creek-facing) — watch the tour

Cottage 12 (Pewter) is on the creek side of the property but doesn't directly face the creek. Cottages 1–8 are on the woods side and have shared access to the creek via the property trails. Every guest, in every cottage, has full access to Cypress Creek.

Every cottage has a full kitchen — not a kitchenette. You'll find a full-size refrigerator, stove with oven, microwave, coffee maker, toaster, dishwasher, full set of cookware and bakeware, plates, bowls, glasses, silverware, knives, mixing bowls, and basic kitchen tools. Coffee, filters, and basic pantry items are stocked at arrival. Cook a full meal, host a family dinner, or just brew morning coffee on your deck — you have everything you need. See our full amenities list.

Yes — every cottage has its own dedicated barbecue grill on its private deck. Grilling supplies are available; just ask at check-in or call us at 512-847-5950 before your stay.

Yes to both. Every cottage has free high-speed Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n, fast enough for streaming and video calls) and a flat-screen TV with cable offering 100+ HD channels including HBO and free Movies On Demand.

Yes. Our Wi-Fi is fast enough for video meetings, screen sharing, and streaming. Many of our guests work a half-day, take a long lunch by the creek with their dog, and finish the workweek from their private deck. Cottages 6, 7, and 8 (loft layouts) and 9, 10 (2-bedroom) have additional space if you need a dedicated work area separate from where you sleep.

Every cottage has a king-size memory foam bed in the main bedroom — premium mattresses, white linens, multiple pillow options. Configuration by cottage type:

• Standard 1-bedroom (Cottages 1–5): King bed + sleeper sofa. Sleeps 4.
• Cozy 1-bedroom (Cottages 11 — creek-facing, 12): King bed + sleeper sofa. Sleeps 3.
• 1-bedroom + loft (Cottages 6, 7, 8): King bed + sleeper sofa downstairs + 2 twin beds in loft. Sleeps 5.
• 2-bedroom (Cottages 9, 10): Two king beds, one in each bedroom. Sleeps 6.

Children under 12 stay free, up to two per cottage. Extra adults and additional children are $25 per night each.

Yes — free parking for every cottage. Each cottage has a dedicated parking spot directly adjacent to it. Guests bringing multiple cars (common for reunions and group stays) can park additional vehicles in shared spaces on the property. No parking fee, no valet, no nonsense.

The fastest way is to book directly on our website using our real-time booking system. Select your dates, pick your cottage, add any experiences (spa, wine tasting, Cypress Falls swim pass), and you'll get an instant email confirmation. You can also call our reservations team at 512-847-5950 or 877-CY-CREEK (877-292-7335), or send a request through our contact form. Direct booking always gets you the best rate.

Book directly with us for the best rate and the best experience. When you book through Airbnb, Expedia, Booking.com, or VRBO, those platforms charge a markup, add cleaning and service fees, and put a wall between you and us. Direct booking through cypresscreekcottages.com gives you the lowest price, no add-on fees, the ability to add spa services and experiences during checkout, and a direct line to our team if anything comes up.

Yes. You can book one cottage, several, or all 12 cottages on a single reservation through our website — just add each cottage to your cart and check out together. For larger group bookings (4+ cottages), reunions, and full property buyouts, we recommend calling 512-847-5950 so we can help with logistics, the pavilion, group rates, and any special requirements. See our reunions page for more.

Join our waitlist. If any cottage opens up for your dates due to a cancellation, we'll contact you immediately. If you have date flexibility, also call us at 512-847-5950 — we can often find a workable combination of cottages or adjacent dates that fit your plans.

No. No cleaning fees. No booking fees. No resort fees. No service fees. The price quoted on our website plus Texas state hotel tax is your fully delivered price. If you're price-shopping us against other properties on Airbnb, Expedia, or Booking.com, make sure to compare fully delivered prices — the listed nightly rate on those platforms typically doesn't include the cleaning fee, service fee, or platform markup that gets added at checkout.

Yes. 5% off your nightly stay for active military and veterans. Use code "Save Now" at checkout on our website or mention it when booking by phone at 512-847-5950. Thank you for your service.

Yes. 5% off your nightly stay for seniors. Use code "Save Now" at checkout on our website or mention it when booking by phone at 512-847-5950.

Yes. 5% off your nightly stay for teachers, nurses, police officers, firefighters, EMTs, and other public servants. Use code "Save Now" at checkout on our website or mention it when booking by phone at 512-847-5950. Thank you for what you do.

Yes — the full stay is charged at the time of booking to guarantee your reservation. This is also how we hold inventory for you so the cottage doesn't get released to someone else.

Cancelling with Cypress Creek Cottages is hassle-free. You receive a credit that you can use whenever you're certain of your future stay. No "use it or lose it" deadlines, no fighting with us for a refund. If you need to cancel, just call 512-847-5950 and we'll take care of it.

Check-in: 3:00 PM. Check-out: 11:00 AM. If you want more time on either end of your stay, add our Early In / Late Out experience — guaranteed 1:00 PM check-in and 1:00 PM check-out.

Yes — add the Early In / Late Out experience to your reservation. You get a guaranteed 1:00 PM check-in and a 1:00 PM check-out the day you leave. You can add this when you book online or call us at 512-847-5950 any time before your stay.

Standard housekeeping is every third day of your stay. If you'd like daily housekeeping, you can add it for $25 per day — just request it at check-in or call us at 512-847-5950.

Not much — we provide everything you need. Linens, towels, beach/pool-style towels, soaps, shampoo, hair dryer, coffee, kitchenware, cookware, and basic pantry items are all stocked. Bring your clothes, your food (or plan to cook from the Wimberley Square restaurants and grocery), your dog's bed if they have a favorite, and yourself. See our full amenities list for the complete inventory.

Yes — we're one of the few properties in Wimberley that welcomes children of all ages. Children under 12 stay free, up to two per cottage. Additional children (or children 12+) are $25 per night. We're especially well-suited for families thanks to the fenced pet park, creek access, full kitchens (no fighting over restaurant menus), and the loft cottages (6, 7, 8) and 2-bedroom cottages (9, 10) that give kids their own sleeping space.

Yes — every cottage has a fireplace in the living room. Perfect for cool Hill Country evenings in fall, winter, and spring. The fireplaces are ready to use; firewood and starter materials are provided. Just light and enjoy.

Yes. 100+ HD channels including HBO and free Movies On Demand in every cottage, on a flat-screen TV.

We offer a curated set of in-cottage experiences you can add when you book — or any time before your stay. The most popular:

• Spa services — massage and treatments in the privacy of your cottage
• Swim Cypress Falls — passes to the private Cypress Falls swimming hole
• Wine tasting experience — exclusive Hill Country wine and food pairing
• Beer tasting experience — Hill Country craft beer flight
• Early In / Late Out — 1:00 PM check-in and 1:00 PM check-out

Add them online at booking, or call us at 512-847-5950 to add to an existing reservation — up to 24 hours before your arrival.

Yes. Add any in-cottage experience by calling us at 512-847-5950 up to 24 hours before your stay. For spa services specifically, we need at least 48 hours' notice to arrange your therapist and time slot.

Pick your service from our spa services menu when you book online — it gets added to your cart, and our Spa Coordinator will follow up by phone to confirm therapist, date, and time. Or call us at 512-847-5950 and we'll arrange everything for you. We require at least 48 hours' notice to schedule spa services. All treatments take place in the privacy of your cottage.

Yes — we have a partnership with the private Cypress Falls swimming hole, about a mile from the property. You can purchase swim passes directly through us when you book; they'll be waiting in your cottage at check-in. Cypress Falls is the local favorite for deep-water swimming, kayaking, and catch-and-release fishing. Sunrise to sunset access. Free parking. Kids 5 and under and dogs swim free.

Yes — our exclusive Hill Country wine tasting experience pairs you with our preferred tasting partner for a Texas Hill Country wine and food experience. Add it to your reservation at booking or call 512-847-5950.

Yes — our Hill Country beer tasting experience features a flight of Texas Hill Country craft beers with food pairings at our preferred tasting partner. Add it at booking, or call 512-847-5950 to include it on an existing reservation.

We don't have a pool — and we do that on purpose. Instead, every cottage has its own private hot tub, and we have a partnership with the Cypress Falls swimming hole (a mile from the property) for deep-water swimming, kayaking, and fishing in a natural Hill Country setting. You also have direct access to Cypress Creek right here at the property. We think most guests would rather have their own private hot tub on a private deck than share a pool with strangers — but if a pool is a must-have for your stay, we want you to know up front.

Yes — Cypress Creek Cottages is a preferred Texas Hill Country destination for family reunions. We can host small reunions (2–3 cottages) up to full-property buyouts (all 12 cottages, sleeping up to 53). Each family gets their own private cottage with kitchen, fireplace, deck, and hot tub — so everyone has their own space at night — and we have a common pavilion that brings everyone together for meals, games, and celebrations. Children stay free. Dogs are welcome. We'll help you plan it: see our reunions page or call us at 512-847-5950.

Lots of them. Cypress Creek Cottages regularly hosts alumni reunions, family reunions, corporate retreats, wellness and yoga retreats, church groups, non-profit board retreats, high school and college reunions, graduations, birthdays, bachelor and bachelorette parties, holiday celebrations, leadership offsites, and writers' retreats. Our combination of private cottages + a shared pavilion + creek/woods setting works for groups that want both intimacy and togetherness. See our gatherings and reunions page or call 512-847-5950 to discuss your group.

Yes — we host weddings each year, with the pavilion as ceremony or reception space and the 12 cottages housing your wedding party and guests. Full-property weddings (all 12 cottages + pavilion) are our specialty. See our wedding page for details, or call 512-847-5950 to discuss your wedding date, headcount, and vision.

Yes — all event, reunion, and gathering attendees must stay overnight at Cypress Creek Cottages. This is required by City of Wimberley ordinances and fire department occupancy rules. It's also a feature: when everyone stays on property, your reunion or event becomes a true shared experience rather than a venue rental where people scatter at 10 PM.

Our open-air pavilion is the gathering heart of the property. It accommodates up to 62 people and includes:

• Two range tops and ovens
• Full-size refrigerator
• Bar area with serving counter
• Tables and seating
• Bathroom

It's set up for everything from family dinners to corporate offsite meetings to wedding receptions. To reserve the pavilion, book it through our website or call 512-847-5950.

Add the pavilion to your reservation on our website when you book your cottages, or call us at 512-847-5950 so we can coordinate the timing, cottage block, and any setup needs (catering access, AV, decorations).

Yes — for multi-cottage reunions, weddings, corporate retreats, and full-property buyouts, we offer group rates and customized packages. The best way to get the right quote is to call us at 512-847-5950 and tell us your dates, headcount, and what you're planning. You can also sign up for reunion updates or wedding updates to receive group-rate offers.

A lot — and most of it is within a short walk or drive of the property:

• Wimberley Town Square (less than a mile / walkable) — restaurants, boutiques, art galleries, the Wimberley Market Days (first Saturday of the month, April–December)
• Cypress Falls (1.2 miles) — private deep-water swimming hole
• Blue Hole Regional Park (2.2 miles) — Wimberley's iconic swimming spot
• Wimberley Zipline Adventures (3.8 miles)
• Jacob's Well (~10 minutes) — natural artesian spring
• Hill Country wineries and breweries — Driftwood, Dripping Springs, Fredericksburg are all within ~45 minutes

For a complete list, see our Texas Hill Country travel itineraries and the Top 10 Attractions, Dining, and Shopping in Wimberley.

Yes — less than a mile. A flat, scenic walk gets you from your cottage to the Wimberley Town Square in about 15 minutes. That means dinner at one of the Square restaurants, a glass of wine on a patio, browsing the boutiques and galleries, or visiting the Wimberley Market Days (first Saturday April–December) — all without getting in a car. Walking back to your private deck and your private hot tub after dinner is a small Hill Country luxury that most lodging options can't offer.

Yes — Cypress Creek Cottages offers long-term cottage rentals when availability allows. Common use cases include relocation stays, snowbird seasons, extended remote-work stays, and short-term housing during home renovations or moves. Call us at 512-847-5950 to discuss your dates, duration, and any specific needs.

Yes — we routinely host guests relocating to the Texas Hill Country: Wimberley, Woodcreek, Dripping Springs, San Marcos, and the surrounding area. A cottage stay gives you a comfortable home base while you tour neighborhoods, meet with realtors, and explore. Most relocators stay 3 days to several weeks. Bring your dog — having a pet-friendly base is often the hardest part of a relocation trip. Call us at 512-847-5950 and we'll work out the right length and the right cottage for you.

No restaurant on site, and breakfast isn't included — by design. Every cottage has a full kitchen so you can cook your own meals from local Wimberley markets, or walk the half-mile to the Wimberley Town Square for breakfast at any of the Square restaurants and coffee spots. We think that combination — your own kitchen for when you want it, and great walkable restaurants for when you don't — beats a continental-breakfast buffet every time. See our Wimberley dining list for our favorite local spots.