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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5780 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

Map
Fredericksburg, TX
  • St. Mary's Catholic Church
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • National Museum of the Pacific War
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Enchanted Rock Fissure
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Ava Haus Dairy Barn<br>3 minutes to Main Street!<br>See our other 4 Ava Haus rentals.<br>

The Dairy is a step back in time with a high-pitched ceiling and original loft. The bedroom area is spacious and inviting with 2 king-size beds located beneath the loft. A focal point is a beautiful stained glass window located in the loft to catch the morning sun.The French country daybed sleeps a fifth guest or simply provides a comfortable place to relax. The large country wardrobe (which houses the mini-kitchen) and rustic furnishings give a French Country feel to the Dairy. A bathroom that includes a shower is located off the living area of the Dairy. Like all of our guesthouses, an ample porch provides a great place to relax and enjoy the Texas Hill Country. Complete with an antique double wrought-iron rocker to enjoy your favorite beverage.We look forward to your stay and strive to ensure that you experience the best of the Hill lavender, peaches, live music, restaurants, shopping, hiking and more.

Property manager

Patricia Hamilton
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Laundry
Outdoor Space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3-17
Children must be under adult/parent supervision.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
$55 pet fee; per pet.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking allowed OUTSIDE only! Cleanup required.
$50.00 charge per person, per night, for guest over the limit of 4. $50 per pet, per stay. Crate required. Must clean up after pet.
Please wash any dishes used during your stay. Gather trash and put in commercial can outside.
Please do not move or rearrange furniture. Fragile. Please ask Host for assistance if uncomfortable. Guest may be charged for damages. Thank U.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Fredericksburg

Located in Fredericksburg, this vacation home is in the city center. Fredericksburg Winery and Fredericksburg Brewing Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Main Street and Das Peach Haus. Take time off to check out the winery tours in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like cycling and hunting nearby.
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Fredericksburg, TX

What's nearby

  • St. Mary's Catholic Church - 3 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Rockbox Theater - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • National Museum of the Pacific War - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Enchanted Rock Fissure - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Lady Bird Johnson Golf Course - 13 min drive - 11.6 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪H-E-B ATM - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bella Sera - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪La Tequila Jalisco - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Backwoods BBQ - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lost Draw Cellars - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ava Haus Dairy Barn<br>3 minutes to Main Street!<br>See our other 4 Ava Haus rentals.<br> 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 Ava Haus Dairy Barn<br>3 minutes to Main Street!<br>See our other 4 Ava Haus rentals.<br>?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ava Haus Dairy Barn<br>3 minutes to Main Street!<br>See our other 4 Ava Haus rentals.<br>?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ava Haus Dairy Barn<br>3 minutes to Main Street!<br>See our other 4 Ava Haus rentals.<br> located?

Located in the heart of Fredericksburg, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Main Street, Pioneer Museum, and Marktplatz von Fredericksburg. Artisans At Rocky Hill and St. Mary's Catholic Church are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 117 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

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

Fantastic Stay!

We were in town for a wedding and stayed at the Dairy Barn for two nights. Our host, Patricia, replied quickly to all my questions, and the barn was perfect! We loved the decor, the snacks/breakfast muffins/cold beverages waiting for us upon check-in, comfy beds, and the great linens. There was also access to a side road where we went on a long walk one morning. We will definitely be back - thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

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

Girls trip

The Dairy has alot of character. We enjoyed our stay. The beds were comfy. Good times with family. Lots to see and do in and around Fredericksburg.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Noah W.

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

Great property!!

Exceptional property and exactly as described. Only knock was the shower head resulting in stinging water pressure which was unpleasant. Would recommend property holistically!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wes D.

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

Weekend get away.

As described in listing. Was a nice weekend get away spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

K N.

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

Dreamy Dairy Barn

We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick A.

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

Nice Location

Just what we needed for our stay, close to city center but yet on the outskirts of town. Nice and quite in the evenings
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana V.

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

Weekend getaway

Nice property
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We instantly fell in love with the Ava Haus Dairy Barn! It was so cute and comfy! We admired all the little details that were put into the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dave C.

Awesome cottage!

Would definitely stay again! This place exceeded my expectations.

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

A delightful getaway

Patricia was fabulous about communication prior to our stay and easily available during it. A Most pleasant host. The Diary Barn was quaint and comfortable. Best of all was the serene atmosphere that surrounded us each day.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kim W., Austin, TX

Adorable place

From the moment we arrived, we were charmed by this adorable, cozy place. Add to that the closeness to town and it was the perfect Fredericksburg lodging.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michelle F.

Great place!

The cabin was cute and cozy. The wine tour I did thru the owners was a lot of fun they drove us around in their car so it was very nice not to be in a large wine tour group. Cannot wait to stay again!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Shandalin M.

We had a wonderful family getaway!

We enjoyed the rustic charm and large space for our family of 5. The porch and yard area were an added bonus. Would recommend to any family looking for something different from the typical hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Cute & Cozy, Comfortable and Clean!

Pattie did such a great job creating a comfortable and inviting space from a very rustic space on her property! Wish we could have stayed longer and hope to come back again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Hannah B.

Great!

My friends loved staying at the German Farmhouse! They stayed at the Dairy which was cozy, historic, beautiful, and a lot of fun. Great porch. Great beds. Wonderful grounds. All around great experience.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Laurie M.

Great location for exploring Texas Hill Country

Stayed in this nice, spacious one bedroom suite cottage two nights. It was perfect for our dog and us, with cool walls and floors in the Texas heat. Beds were super comfortable and there were nice breakfast fixings (oatmeal, yogurt, etc.). So nice to have a VRBO house that takes pets
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Kendra M.

Nice little place to stay

The cabin is exactly how it's described online. We had plenty of room and we're excited we could bring our dog along on the vacation. The only thing I would say is it's located near a very busy road so it was a little louder than expected.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Curtis B.

Great night!

The one night we stayed was everything we hoped for. I got to sleep on the couch but the lucky ones in my group thought the beds were exceptionally comfortable. The pastry was delicious. I hope to return!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

Great location to catch up with Friends

The Ava House was beautifully furnished with antiques. The cabin was larger than expected. My friend and I enjoyed the delicious pastries, yogurts, and drinks that were provided in the cabin. We also were impressed with the comfortable king size beds. We plan to return to this house in the future. Thanks Patty!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pamela D., Austin, TX

Going back in time!

This place is so charming! Rustic, but extremely comfortable. My friend and I loved having 50+ VHS tapes to choose from to watch from the big day bed like couch and the king sized beds were great. The pastries chosen for our breakfast weren't just from a grocery store, but from an amazing bakery in town, so that was an unexpected plus! It's very close to town and we had a great view of the sunset from our porch. I would absolutely stay here again :)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Krissy H.

Amazing Pup Getaway

We loved this cute cottage! It was perfect for the pup getaway we planned to Enchanted Rock. We came from Austin with our 2 dogs and went to Enchanted Rock in the am, then Hondos on Main for lunch and Becker Vineyards to have a glass of wine. We took the dogs to all 3 places and were excited to find such a cute Dairy Cottage to come home too! The bed was super comfy and the decor was adorable. We will be coming back FOR SURE! Thank you for allowing our furrbabies to enjoy the weekend with us! Also, the location was perfect- so close to town but just enough on the outskirts to relax.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Beautiful, relaxing, romantic getaway!

Beautiful, quaint, relaxing, and romantic! Loved this B&B! The bed was extremely comfy. Decor was gorgeous. Pastry was delicious. Only complaint is that the water pressure was not good in the bathroom. Had toilet flushing issues & water in bathroom sink was super slow. Had to brush teeth in the kitchen sink. The low water pressure in the bathroom is the only reason I gave it 4 stars.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jackie F., Austin, TX

Absolutely Charming!

My friend and I stayed here for a girl's weekend in Fredricksburg and could not be any happier with our experience. The Dairy Haus itself is so adorable and charming we wanted to move in! Everything was ready for us upon arrival and there was a delicious bakery treat waiting for us on the porch on day 2! It was from a well known German bakery in town and was such a sweet touch. We will absolutely be back again and are trying to plan a time to come back and rent out all the properties on farm with a larger group. Highly recommended, you'd be a fool not to stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2016

2/10 Terrible

Patricia D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Double check listing

I wanted to go to Fredericksburg and enjoy the city and the restaurants. The main thing I was looking for in a place to stay was an indoor fireplace. My husband and I love sitting in front of the fireplace and playing games When we arrived, we saw there was no fireplace. I had previously contacted the owner to see if they provided the firewood for the fireplace. However, I failed to verify that the fireplace was indoors. When I contacted the owner, she acknowledged that there had been an issue with VRBO When they went to a new platform and that all of her listings showed an incorrect description. She thanked me for letting her know and she corrected her listings. She also sent information that I should contact Customer Service at VRBO. I thought the VRBO was going to offer me some kind of a compensation however they stated only the host could refund and that was not something she wanted to do. VRBO did reimburse me their payment that they receive. All in all I just wanna reiterate that people need to verify what’s listed that you’re looking for and and enjoy. Although the place was very nice it was missing the fireplace inside and we were disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Meghan M.

Charming but could use some modern updates

The dairy was absolutely charming, and Patti, the owner was responsive and helpful. Our complaint is that the shower was almost non-functional due to the head falling off the wall and the toilet barely flushed. It was a perfect setup for us with our dogs, and honeatly we spend most of our time out exploring Fredericksburg. The property is super cozy and charming, the description and pictures are accurate, but it could benefit from a bathroom update.

About the host

Hosted by Patricia Hamilton

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Hello and welcome!

We are Tava and Patricia Hamilton. Married since 1996, we share 3 beautiful children, their spouses and 4 fantastic grandchildren!

Moving from Central Texas in 2017; we were given the opportunity to purchase an incredible 1862 authentic German Homestead, which includes the first hand dug well in FBG, and the first Dairy Barn.

Attracted to the tranquil setting, beauty, history, and convenient access to town, we couldn’t refuse. On 7/7/17, we purchased the property!

Everyday we feel thankful to live here. It is truly a charmed life. We are thankful to be sharing our place with you, family, and friends. Welcome to our HOME!!

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