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Moonrise Retreat, a taste of hill country beauty and peace

Escape to this hill country haven where you can unwind with scenic views and peaceful surroundings.

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Miscellaneous
Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Exterior
Smart TV, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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About the neighborhood

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Fredericksburg, TX

What's nearby

  • National Museum of the Pacific War - 7 min drive
  • St. Mary's Catholic Church - 8 min drive
  • Enchanted Rock Fissure - 9 min drive
  • Barons Creek Vineyards - 15 min drive
  • Wildseed Farms - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mamacita's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Auslander - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Moonrise Retreat, a taste of hill country beauty and peace

Family-friendly farm stay in a rural location
Consider a stay at Moonrise Retreat, a taste of hill country beauty and peace and take advantage of a firepit, a garden, and a hot tub. Active travelers can enjoy bicycling at this farm stay. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • A bike on site, smoke-free premises, and gas grills
  • Books, beach towels, and games
  • Outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms at Moonrise Retreat, a taste of hill country beauty and peace boast comforts such as air conditioning and separate dining areas, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and dining tables.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs and travel cribs
  • 3 bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • Porches or lanais, outdoor lighting, and separate dining areas

Property manager

Laura Jenschke

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: internet access

Things to do

  • Bicycling
  • Hot tub

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Tile flooring in public areas

More

  • Beach towels
  • Books
  • Games
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: non smoking only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dining room
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Outdoor space

  • Balcony

More

  • Dryer
  • Iron/ironing board

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 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: We charge $50.00 per pet per visit

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: children welcome

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: Events Allowed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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 required for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Moonrise Retreat, a taste of hill country beauty and peace pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Moonrise Retreat, a taste of hill country beauty and peace?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Moonrise Retreat, a taste of hill country beauty and peace?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Moonrise Retreat, a taste of hill country beauty and peace located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly farm stay is within 6 mi (10 km) of Rockbox Theater, Enchanted Rock Fissure, and Main Street. Das Peach Haus and Cross Mountain Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Moonrise Retreat, a taste of hill country beauty and peace Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

This place was great!!!
Had a wonderful time and we are planning our next trip. Great views from the cabin and plenty of wildlife.

10/10 Excellent

Phil G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Everything was as advertised and better. House was clean, comfortable and had everything needed. Spent most of our time in the evenings grilling and around the fire pit.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sadie

EXCELLENT!!
Best vacation rental ever! So much better than a hotel and a great price! Tons of breakfast food/drinks. Comfortable beds, beautiful views, fire pit and only 3 miles from downtown Fredericksburg! Fantastic!!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Aislinn P.

Perfect Little Getaway!!
My friends/coworkers and I had a fabulous time at this property. It was very accommodating and perfect for our weekend getaway! The owners were very helpful with local recommendations for food and wineries. We had a blast sitting by the fire pit and loved the closeness of the property to the city. We will definitely be visiting again! Thanks!

10/10 Excellent

Ken F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
We absolutely loved the house, and our family had a wonderful time. The house was extremely clean and roomy, with everything we needed to have a great time. We enjoyed the views from the deck and having a relaxing cup of coffee on the patio while taking in the sunrise over the hills. The stargazing at night was also fantastic. In addition we got to "meet" the horses and chickens that live nearby. This was a fun, super relaxing place to stay, and the owners were friendly and very accommodating. We look forward to coming back in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christopher N.

A wonderful escape from city life
Moonrise retreat was amazing. The views, the night sky, the clean air, the hot tub and fire pit... everything is working for this place. The interior is roomy, cozy, and comfortable. The owners are helpful, friendly, and responsive. We had one little issue (that we caused without knowing) and within minutes they solved it for us. We would love to go again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lori H., Austin, TX

Great Location, Quiet, Perfect Amenities
This was the perfect size guest house/cottage for the first night 4 of us & second night 2 of us. There are 2 big bedrooms upstairs which share a bathroom with a jacuzzi tub & sitting area, breakfast, nook, kitchen & bathroom with shower down stairs. There is a great patio both up & downstairs. We grilled one night & went to town the next... It's a 10 min (max) drive to town. I'd definitely recommend this place to a friend!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel A.

Serene yet very close to town
My family loved this property. You get to see farm animals, the horses are very friendly, and though it feels you are away from it all, Fredericksburg is 10 mins. away with very direct access. The fridge is stocked with everything you need for breakfast (eggs, milk, bacon, even OJ) and you can tell Laura and Daniel keep the house neat, we didn't see any bugs inside despite being in a ranch. Definitely recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

4/10 Poor

Robert Dirk V.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
No hot tub or working water
I have never had a bad experience at a VRBO or B&B but I guess there is a first time for everything. Major amenities which were key to my selection were missing or unusable (hot tub and fire pit) and I was not notified until arrival. Fire ban prevented use of the fire pit but having the common courtesy to notify me at time of booking would have been nice. Additionally, if I’d know there was no hot tub I would have asked for a refund and found another place. Simple as that. Instead I found out on arrival. Further, the cleanliness was subpar (dog pee stains in the upstairs hallways). The property was hodgepodge and rundown for my standards (holes in walls, fixtures ill-installed, curtain holdbacks hanging out of the wall barely attached, etc). Functionality was lacking (low water pressure and a sulphur/sewage smell in the downstairs bedroom shower). In fact we couldn’t even fill the jacuzzi tub half way after 45 mins because the water pressure was so bad. And on Sunday morning while my wife was mid-shower the water stopped working entirely. That’s right—we lacked basic services Sunday morning as we were trying to get ready for Church. I contacted the owner at this point and they did restore water by the time we returned but it’s just not acceptable especially combined with everything else. One or two of these things happen and your shrug your shoulder but paying this much a night for a place so defunct and rundown is simply not ok. Upon return I notified the owner of my complaints thinking the honest criticism would be appreciated and give them an opportunity to rectify several fixable issues. Sadly, it was not. She took my critique personally and told me I was the “second worst guest” they have ever hosted... An almost humorous label since this title is entirely because of my post-stay feedback and had nothing to do with my actual vacation. It’s classic victim blaming... I payed a premium for a subpar rental lacking advertised amenities and had major unjustifiable issues but in her mind I’m the problem in this equation. Not the missing hot tub or the lack of water but my attitude is at fault. Pretty funny how oblivious some people are to reality. To be fair she made some trivial attempts to rectify the hot tub and water problem but when you have so many surprises and issues it becomes an insufficient gesture.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Holly T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Moonrise Retreat!
This beautiful home is aptly named. We watched the moon rise dramatically one night and saw a beautiful sunrise the next morning. So convenient to Fredericksburg and Enchanted Rock and so clean and comfortable. This was our second time to stay here--and it will not be our last!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rick J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary get away with best friends!
A beautiful, quiet place to enjoy sitting outdoors. A perfect place to relax as a couple or with others. A little disappointed that Mother Nature didn’t allow us to enjoy a fire in the fire ring but the rules are the rules! Very clean, and comfortable! Watching the wildlife across the fence and the of the sunrise and sunset amazing! We chose not to try out the hot tub but it did look very tempting. Would definitely recommend and stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holly T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in the country
What a lovely place to look at the stars and see a beautiful sunrise. It’s only a short jaunt to the historical district in Fredericksburg and Enchanted Rock. And those big beds are so comfortable! We enjoyed grilling, hanging out on the back patio, and relaxing in the hot tub. I have already made a reservation for next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful wine country weekend
My family stayed here for a cousins wedding weekend. The property was lovely and peaceful. They even allowed me to bring my elderly dog, which was a wonderful last trip for her. I recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place and location
The house is exactly as it appears online. The location is very rural, although it’s on 9 minutes from downtown Fredericksburg. Deer and cattle all around, fireflies at night, and no road noise! Perfect place for 6 friends to catch up and use as home base for winery tours.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ashton C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girl’s Weekend
Great for girls trip weekend! Super close to town, and plenty of space.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carol N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Moonrise Retreat-Fantastic Time with Family
My 3 grown daughters and I truly enjoyed our time at the Moonrise Retreat. The house was amazing, the view from both the lower and upper decks was fantastic, and the distance from Fredricksburg was perfect (3-4 miles). I would encourage anyone who needs a relaxing. break from the craziness of life to stay, relax and unwind at this beautiful home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bret L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay outside of town
This was a perfect place for a couple's getaway to the Fredericksburg area. We had only 2 couples, but could have easily had another couple stay with us at this property...it was very roomy. We loved sitting on the back porch and drinking coffee or relaxing in the evenings. The hot tub was great, and the fire pit was awesome. The beds were super comfy, and the house had all the extra touches that make a vacation rental really great. And it was so quiet out there! It was wonderful to come back to that quiet after spending the days in the busy main Street area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and relaxing
Lovely house and very comfortable. Very cozy beds with great bedding. The country view was charming with animals always in sight
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Terry E L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay very much.
Very nice and helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Victoria W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
We really enjoyed our stay and Laura was very helpful and nice! The beds were super comfortable and the kids loved the animals. We would love to stay here again. Thank you so much!

10/10 Excellent

Taylor R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and perfect location.
Such a great time. Beautiful house and great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls weekend
Beautiful house, out in the country, which was perfect for our group! We enjoyed our stay so much. Very comfy beds and the softest sheets I've ever slept on.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

jane p.

Perfect location
Great property and view! Accommodations were excellent and thoroughly enjoyed hot tub , grill and fire pit! The dogs enjoyed themselves too! We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Fiona T.

Fantastic house and location, and a great host!
Five friends and I stayed at Moonrise retreat for a long weekend, and we loved it! The location out in the country was just what we wanted and we loved all the animals around. The house itself was also very nice and very clean, and all the beds were comfortable. Laurie was fabulous and very easy to communicate with both before, during, and after the weekend. I accidentally left an item at the house and she has been very helpful in coordinating to get it back. Between the great house and the great host, I highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a quiet house within a quick drive of Fredericksburg!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

Absolutely Fabulous
This was our second time renting this home and basically that says it all. Laurie is a fantastic host and we are grateful that she provides this rental because it has everything we needed for a relaxing vacation away from the big city rat race. The location was so convenient to everything we wanted; downtown Fredericksburg shopping, visiting friends in Lano/Kingsland, side trips to Kerrville and Luckenbach, and of course a visit to the “rock” (Enchanted that is)! This was indeed a wonderful vacation and vacation home rental.