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Cottage with pool in historic downtown

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Exterior
Property grounds
Pool
2 Full Beds
Kitchenette with microwave, mini fridge/freezer, toaster, and Keurig

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 4400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Smithville, TX
  • World's Largest Gingerbread Man
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Buescher State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Bastrop State Park
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Double Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cottage with pool in historic downtown

Smithville is a quaint, thriving city with a very relaxing feel. It has numerous outdoor activities within 30 minutes if you enjoy hiking, canoe/kayaking, biking, fishing, etc. The cottage is within walking distance to downtown restaurants and shops. The town offers many great boutiques and antique stores.The cottage is a block from famous homes featured in the movies, Hope Floats and The Tree of Life. You can see the Hope Floats house from the porch! Come unwind and enjoy the small town life!

The cottage is a generously sized space that boasts two comfortable full beds, a convenient kitchenette, and a private bathroom. Nestled within its confines is a cozy yard enveloped by a 6 ft. privacy fence, ensuring your seclusion and tranquility. Moreover, the cottage is just a few steps away from a refreshing private pool, offering easy access to leisure and relaxation.

Owner lives on property. We interact with guest as little or as much as they prefer.

Property manager

Heather Larsen
Premier Host

Languages

English
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pets must stay out of pool and off furniture
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking OK on patios. Please clean up afterwards.
The main house has a ring doorbell on the front porch.
No lifeguard on duty. Use pool at own risk. Children 18 and under must be supervised by an adult at all times while they are in the pool.
The cottage and pool are for paying guest only. Do not invite guests who are not on the rental agreement. Quiet hours are between 10 pm and 7 am.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number STR-2025-0006

About the area

Smithville

Located in Smithville, this cottage is in the city centre. Museum & Visitor Center of the Bastrop County Historical Society and Lumberyard Music Hall are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bastrop Tennis Center and Lost Pines Golf Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Cotton Bowl Speedway, or consider a night out at The Bugle Boy. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Smithville, TX

What's nearby

  • World's Largest Gingerbread Man - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ascension Seton Smithville - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Buescher State Park - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Bastrop State Park - 12 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Lake Bastrop - 22 min drive - 23.2 km

Getting around

  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Mexicano Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Comfort Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pockets Grille - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Cottage with pool in historic downtown have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Cottage with pool in historic downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Cottage with pool in historic downtown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage with pool in historic downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage with pool in historic downtown located?

Located in the heart of Smithville, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Colorado River and World's Largest Gingerbread Man. Ascension Seton Smithville and Buescher State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 186 out of 202 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 202 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 202 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 202 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 202 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tammy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Love the cute cabinEverything you need for a short stayGreat mattress… slept wellOne side note the coffee maker was somewhat difficult to move, maybe move it to a different location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamberly P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

Such a quiet and relaxing little retreat! Very clean, nicely appointed with insanely comfortable beds. The cottage was larger than anticipated and a great place to relax. Great privacy and lots of outdoor space to enjoy.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca Ann H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cottage. Quiet neighborhood.

Cute cottage. Great location, quiet neighborhood, clean, and historic downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derry L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cottage

Enjoyed our stay, relaxing outdoor space. Cottage was clean and had plenty of household supplies.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lea D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend getaway

My 82-year-old mother, my aunt, and I stayed the weekend at this house. It had everything we needed! The only drawback is that my mom could have used some handrails in the bathroom. The house is located in a very quiet and historic neighborhood. The property manager was extremely helpful and answered all my questions. We highly recommend staying there.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Hardy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice stay, neat place and town

very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Cottage

Excellent cottage in a quiet secluded neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mini vacay

We love this place, so quiet and peaceful 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paulette C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Relaxing Get Away

We enjoyed the pool and all the amazing restaurants!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maebeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing get away

Our stay was just what we were looking for - down time and relaxation. The pool was great. Check-in and out was easy, and Heather was a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Getaway

Great location, easy access to main roads while still have the small town feel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emit L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Get-Away!!!

It was great.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable Getaway

Cottage was very cozy and comfortable. Enjoyed the firepit and pool which was very relaxing. Located in a small quiet town great for getting away from big city life. Hostess was very helpful and very welcoming
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy R., Houston, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gresham Gem

Great place to stay. Clean, comfortable and the host was awesome, great communication!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ramon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place to stay.

We wanted to get away for a last minute weekend before school started up again. This was a great little place for my wife and two kids age 8 and 6. We have never spent time in Smithville but we are so glad we did. We will be back not only to Smithville but to this little cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn A., Houston

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

Private and secure, a quiet refuge in a quaint neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenn A., Houston

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Property

Great place! Well located in the historic District of Smithville. Convenient, private, safe and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent getaway!

My hubby and I really enjoyed staying in this cottage, we had a lot of fun and enjoyed the pool and bike riding in the areas. We felt very safe and really enjoyed the quiet environment! Would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

springtime getaway

Wonderful. Thw house and property are always kept up great. Close to town. had a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bestie weekend perfection

The cottage was perfect for our best friend weekend. Smithville is an amazing small town with great people. The cottage is convenient to everything and we enjoyed every inch of it. The pool was wonderful on the hot summer evenings after days of shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place to Stay in Smithville!

This cottage is in a great location in the historic part of Smithville, in a beautiful neighborhood. It has easy access to downtown. It feels secluded and has a well kept pool right out the front door. It was very clean. We appreciated the professionalism and kindness of the owners. We will definitely plan to stay here again!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Elaine H.

Had a great time

So nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Christie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring break trip

We enjoyed our stay. The property was clean , well maintained and private, a real small town vibe . Just what we were looking for. The pool was an added bonus for our 13 year old .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday Weekend

It's the best. Don't want to brag about it too much because it is a gem. Great location, clean, close to town, lots of history. Could go on and on.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place in Smithville

The property was amazing. Very clean and the pool was refreshing. Heather was very helpful and we plan on staying again. Thank you Heather.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Heather Larsen

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Lost Pines Vacation Rental Services is a local, family-owned business that operates vacation rentals in Bastrop County, TX. We pride ourselves in providing excellent customer service throughout your stay. We like to be available to our guest 24/7 as needs arise. If you see us around, we are most likely on our front porch or working in the yard. Personally, I love to travel and be outdoors. We moved to Smithville due to these two reasons! Smithville is a little gem that has so many outdoor opportunities with abundant day trip possibilities. We look forward to hosting you and providing you the best VRBO experience. Welcome to Smithville!

What makes this property unique

We have a black lab named Bear who lives in the main house on the property. She only visits the front yard of the property while guests are staying. Most likely you will not see her, but you may hear some occasional barking in the main house.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests