Luxury 1800s-Remodeled German Haus on PrivateRanch

Step back in time to an 1850’s German Sunday House with modern amenities. The main house offers three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and two cozy sitting rooms. Plus, the "Winzing Guest House" is a charming small cabin with a patio for seating and enjoyable games of cornhole. Embrace a unique blend of history and comfort in this delightful setting. Step back in time and experience the Texas Hill Country in a truly unique way at this historic 1800s German-built stone house on a working ranch 9 minutes from downtown Fredericksburg. The ranch offers everything you need for a relaxing and memorable vacation. Vineyards to the north, to the south, and to the east makes this a central destination for Texas wine lovers! The main house is made completely of stone and features three bedrooms and two bathrooms which will sleep 8. Steps from the main house is a small, quaint one-bedroom, one-bathroom cottage. (On certain dates, for large groups, there is a 6-bedroom property further in on the ranch along Bear Creek.) You can just feel the history of this property encompassing several hundred acres of hiking trails of hill country views and nature. Bear Creek Crossing got its name from the first German immigrants who came to the Fredericksburg area. It is here, along the creek that those settlers shot a bear for their first meal. When you take a stroll, look for sea shells from millennia ago when the land was part of an ancient sea, arrowheads from hundreds of years ago when the Comanche roamed the land, and five-foot stone walls where German settlers used to keep their animals. If you are very lucky, you will find the dinosaur footprint a past owner discovered. (It has been lost to time now but if you find it, your stay is free.) You’ll also see all manner of animals including whitetail and the occasional axis deer as well as our sheep and very happy Donkey named Easel. Whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway, a family vacation, or simply a place to relax and unwind, this historic stone house is the perfect place for you to enjoy the present or imagine the past. With its charming atmosphere, stunning views, and convenient location, it’s sure to become a favorite vacation spot. This is a truly unique way to experience Fredericksburg. Book your stay at this historic German-built stone house in the Texas Hill Country today! Great news for pet lovers! This property is pet-friendly, so you can bring your furry friends along for the adventure. We want everyone to enjoy their stay, including your four-legged family members. To ensure a paw-sitive experience please be aware of the following: Pet fees & rules: We’re delighted to welcome furry friends! This property is pet-friendly for dogs, unfortunately we can’t accommodate cats at this time. -Pet fee(s) of $135 plus tax will apply in addition to the nightly rate. -Please check the weight limit and max number allowed for this unit. -Please keep your pups leashed outside and clean up after them. -A separate pet waiver must be signed. -Any and all damages or issues caused by your pet to a unit or furnishing will be immediately charged to your credit card on file. ✅ This property has special local compliance requirements which include a signed rental agreement, ID verification, and a security hold of $1250 (which is not a traditional security deposit, just a pending transaction). As an optional alternative to the security hold, you may opt in to purchase a non-refundable damage waiver provided by a third-party insurance company. The optional damage waiver is $79.00 for stays up to 10 nights, with an additional $1.5 per day for stays longer than 10 nights. Damage waiver purchases are optional. To make this process easy for you, we use a secure and very simple, app-free platform. It is not an app, and you do not have to sign up for an account - it’s a safe and secure website. It also gives you a guest portal with all the info about the home and all of my favorite local spots. Walking, Biking, Car, Rideshare. Thank you for choosing Stay Texas! Important details for your upcoming stay: 1. Check-in instructions, house rules, and property addresses will be available via email. 2. Not all homes have cable; consider setting up a streaming account in advance. 3. Our team is committed to assisting you, though occasional check-in delays may occur during peak periods. 4. WiFi is available in all homes, but uninterrupted service is not guaranteed. No refunds or rate adjustments will be made for mechanical failures, or discontinued or interrupted services that occur during your stay. 5. A $500 fine will be imposed for any evidence of smoking, confetti, vomit residues, or glitter. 6. Set the A/C no lower than 72 degrees to prevent freezing and system issues; no refunds for low-temperature-related A/C problems. 7. We will provide a two-day supply of start-up sundries, including dish soap, sponge, paper towels, toilet paper, bath soap, shampoo, conditioner, and hand lotion. Guests will need to purchase additional items from a local store or bring them with them. Missing supplies must be reported to our Customer Hospitality team within one hour of arrival. 8. Pets are allowed only in designated pet-friendly units, subject to an extra fee in addition to the nightly rate. Please verify whether pets are permitted in the unit you intend to rent. In the event that a pet is discovered in a non-pet-friendly unit, the guest grants Stay Texas authorization to levy a minimum additional cleaning fee of $500. 9. Bugs are common in the Texas Hill Country; pest control is in place on a regular basis, but some insects are inevitable. 10. In Texas, there are periods of time without significant rainfall causing the county to place a ban on burning. Please check the current burn ban status, before using the fire pit at your vacation rental. Check the amenities to see if this rental is equipped with a fire pit. - For any issues during your stay, a 72-hour window after check-out is provided to file a claim. Note that refunds won’t be issued for claims submitted after this period. We appreciate your cooperation.