Absolute CHARM-Spacious Remodeled Barn~Garden with Guadalupe River View + Access

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Living Area with flat screen television and electric fireplace

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Kerrville, TX

Kerrville VA Hospital18 min walk
Kerrville-Schreiner Park3 min drive
Schreiner University4 min drive
San Antonio, TX (SAT-San Antonio Intl.)68 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

The Carriage House is a converted Barn located in the owner's gated compound. The barn was previously used to stable horses and store carriages for the family. The entire house has been recently renovated and redecorated. The owners are Antique dealers and travel to France and England to shop for their business. Ray is also a realtor with deep experience in the Hill Country and Carolyn is an award-winning artist and has a studio in the compound.

The home is furnished with European Antiques with modern touches. Guests love the charm and character of the home and garden. The garden is enclosed by a fence with antique gates from Europe. It has seating around a gas fire pit, tables and chairs for outside dining, umbrellas, gas grill, garden art from Europe, two covered porches, and a large deck with a view of the Guadalupe River. Guest love the wildlife and the scenic view of the river and rolling hills. The river is a short walk down the hill to a picturesque walking park along with huge cypress trees lining the river. River equipment is available to rent near or you may bring your own and enjoy the river.

The Carriage House features an open concept that includes the living room, dining area, and kitchen. It is very private and the design of tall french entry doors and a wall of window to the garden allows exquisite light into the house.

Flat-screen televisions in the living room and the master bedroom. Free Wi-Fi is provided for our guests.

This is a great place to relax and enjoy the beautiful Hill Country and visit places like Comfort, Fredericksburg, Bandera, and Hunt. All a short drive. Great restaurants located in Kerrville (5 minutes to downtown) and other easily driveable areas.

There is a full kitchen with all appliances including a coffee maker. The refrigerator has an ice maker.

If you are looking for a romantic weekend away, a girl's get-a-way, a family Hill Country Adventure or possibly a small wedding have found a place that will create special memories for you and your loved ones.
Make your reservations on VRBO or Airbnb today.

Property manager

Ray Rothwell

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Bring cribs for children not potty trained.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Absolutely no smoking of any kind on the property.

No Recreational Drugs of any kind. No babies/children that are not potty trained in beds. No food in bedrooms

Make-up must be removed before using towels or washcloths. Black Make up cloths for removing makeup.

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

Cashless transactions are available

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kerrville

Located in Kerrville, this guesthouse is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Guadalupe River and Kerrville-Schreiner Park, while The Museum of Western Art and The Schreiner Mansion/Hill Country Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Hill Country Shooting Sports Center, or consider a night out at Inn Conference Center. Water tubing and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby.

Kerrville, TX

What's nearby

Kerrville VA Hospital - 18 min walk
Kerrville-Schreiner Park - 3 min drive
Schreiner University - 4 min drive
Riverhill Country Club - 5 min drive
Louise Hays City Park - 6 min drive

Getting around

San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

‪Basement Brewers of Texas - ‬7 min drive
‪Pint & Plow Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive
‪Mary's Tacos - ‬5 min drive
‪Dairy Queen - ‬8 min drive
‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Absolute CHARM-Spacious Remodeled Barn~Garden with Guadalupe River View + Access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Absolute CHARM-Spacious Remodeled Barn~Garden with Guadalupe River View + Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Absolute CHARM-Spacious Remodeled Barn~Garden with Guadalupe River View + Access?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Absolute CHARM-Spacious Remodeled Barn~Garden with Guadalupe River View + Access located?

Situated on the riverfront, this guesthouse is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Kerrville VA Hospital and within 3 miles (5 km) of Kerrville-Schreiner Park and Schreiner University. Guadalupe River and Riverhill Country Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

11 Apr 2024

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

Beautiful Inside & Out

This property is in a pretty location & is furnished beautifully & comfortably. It was equiped with everything we needed. The host was friendly & gave us good information about the area. I highly recommend this property & hope to return again.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna K.

11 Apr 2024

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

Eclipse viewing trip

Our host was wonderful. He met us when we arrived and gave us a tour of the carriage house as well as of his property. He brought us eclipse glasses. He recommended excellent places to eat. The carriage house was lovely and very convenient for us. And it was only about a five minute walk from his backyard to the Guadalupe riverbank and adjacent open field dog park. Overall, everything was delightful.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve K., Lyons Falls, NY

19 Dec 2023

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

Hill country visit

Peaceful, relaxing and impeccably decorated with art and antiques. This beautifully transformed carriage house was perfect for our five day weekend.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron S.

1 Nov 2023

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

Accommodating & Excellent

Excellent stay at an amazing property. Ray & Carolyn were very accommodating allowing us to change our dates due to family priorities. The property and cottage are amazing. Easy to access, well appointed and decorated in a French style that’s second to none. Truly a refreshing and wonderful stay hosted by very generous, accommodating and kind hosts. Highly recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

7 Oct 2023

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

Kerrville

Beautiful house, great weekend to reunite with family.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy K.

2 Aug 2023

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

Charming Carriage House

Enjoyed our stay at the Carriage House. The owners were precious and we loved visiting with them. They were extremely accommodating and the house was so cute with its unique touches. We also enjoyed the nice little walk down to the river. We definitely plan to stay again when back in the area!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

3 June 2023

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

Beautiful place!

Ray and Carolyn were so kind and the property was amazing! We loved the River access and the view out the back and the cottage had the perfect amount of space for us.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela C.

24 May 2023

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

Fantastic Getaway

It was a lovely stay. Carriage house was absolutely adorable. Thankful to Roy & Carol for opening up their home and sharing.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

7 Feb 2023

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

Such a beautiful home!

Our visit was short and a busy one that we didn’t even get a chance to meet Mr. Ray the host. but he was very responsive to our check-in details to make sure we didn’t get lost or if we had any questions or concerns about our stay. but we sure loved the guest house!! it was so private and spacious for us to stay at! We loved everything about it and specially how close it is to town! We sure will come back to stay another time if it’s available on next visit to kerrville!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Hardy W.

4 Feb 2023

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

Weekend

Very nice trip

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samuel L.

13 Apr 2022

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

Awesome

Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie N.

31 Dec 2021

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

Quaint European Charm

Carolyn and Ray are such great hosts. The property is beautiful and the cottage is decorated so thoughtfully! We enjoyed our stay. Wish we could have had more time to explore the river and sit outside, but visiting grandbabies was our top priority! Thanks for everything.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian A.

16 Dec 2021

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

Perfect balance of elegance and rustic

My wife and I LOVED this property. Beautiful romantic house that was both rustic and elegant. Will go here again. Ray was a spectacular host. Great communication and advice. I HIGHLY recommend this property for your hill country stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael M., Beaumont, TX

9 Nov 2021

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

Excellent. A fun and relaxing experience.

We wanted to explore the Texas Hill Country, and the barn house turned out to be the perfect location to work from. Thank you Ray! The house just immediately felt like home; although, I'm not sure our real home is quite as nice or interesting. The unique house is tastefully decorated, well-furnished, patio space everywhere, personal touches galore, comfortable arrangements, private, secure, easy access, great hosts, serene views..... This is the place to be for visiting the Hill Country and Kerrville. Great experience. Highly recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

JoAnna S.

27 Sept 2021

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

Cozy & beautiful house

We were impressed with the beautiful furnishings and decor in the house. The comfy outdoor areas allowed us to enjoy the beauty of the hill country and we got to see deer running across the field. The property is private with a security gate and we felt very safe and at home. Wish we could have stayed longer!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Margaret D., houston

17 Sept 2021

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

The best rental ever!

We so enjoyed out visit. The hosts are delightful people who were very warm and gracious. The house and grounds were spectacular. We’re looking forward to a repeat visit in the future!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul S., Waco

11 Aug 2021

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

Great stay in classy hill country retreat

Fun times in this cool artist-decorated property overlooking Guadalupe river in Kerrville. Comfortable, classy and well furnished. Wonderful outside areas for great evening times and star gazing. Nice owners too.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda L.

25 July 2021

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

Cozy & Secure Carriage House

This place is a hidden gem! Upon arrival we were very impressed with the iron gate. Knowing that not just anyone could get in was reassuring. The house is beautifully decorated and had a very cozy feel to it. Loved the wooden beamed ceilings, the patio area, and the large roomy kitchen. We highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pamela Y.

21 July 2021

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

Beautiful Stay!

Lovey carriage house that makes you feel you are in France. I highly recommend this place!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Deborah T.

8 July 2021

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

Lovely property

This property WAS truly charming and loved the outdoor spaces and the proximity to the river. The outside entrance to the half bath was a bit inconvenient at times, especially the evening of the rain storm. Ray is an excellent host and everything was well organized for check-in and departure.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marian W., Austin, TX

2 July 2021

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

THE PERFECT GETAWAY

The Carriage House was the perfect getaway for my hubby and I. Spacious, with an interesting collection of antiques, and very comfortable with all the amenities provided for a relaxing stay. The hosts are absolutely delightful, and have provided travelers a fabulous location in which to unwind, and enjoy the natural beauty of the area. Take a short walk down to the riverbank and sit awhile! You'll want to return to this location again, and again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

linda i.

13 June 2021

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

A touch of France in the Texas Hill Country

We chose this VRBO for a quick anniversay trip for several reasons - we are postponing a trip to France due to Covid, and found the Carriage House the perfect substitute close to home! If I hadn't known I was in Kerrville I would have believed I was in France. The entire visit exceeded our expecations for a VRBO in every way - the house itself was not only beautifully decorated, but comfortable in every way. River views and easy access to walking along the Guadalupe added a perfect outdoor touch - along with all the several spaces to have morning coffee, late evening fire chats and al fresco dining. Ray and Carolyn are enjoyable and considerate hosts, full of warm Texas hospitality. We're returning, without doubt!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gerald B.

7 June 2021

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

high expectations

high expectations met and beat

Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

NANCY P.

10 May 2021

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

Hill Country Get Away

I live in the heart of a big city, Dallas, so we were looking for a a relaxing country feel & the Carriage House didn't disappoint. There were views of the Guadeloupe river from the back terrace & an easy walk down the hill. This was a great location for touring the Hill Country. Host Ray & Carolyn are friendly & very accommodating.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christina C.

26 Apr 2021

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

Awesome

Wow this please is so amazing. The view was perfect for sitting and relaxing on the patio. We went on a morning walk at the park along the river. The accommodations were perfect. Thank you Ray for your hospitality.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

About the host

Hosted by Ray Rothwell

Ray and Carolyn have lived in Kerrville for 38 years. They have grown children with four grandchildren who live in neighboring towns. Ray is a retired insurance executive and Carolyn is an award-winning mixed media artist. She was also an interior designer. Carolyn grew up in Fort Worth and is a graduate of Texas Christian University. Ray grew up in Arkansas and graduated from Texas Wesleyan University. They are owners of an online Antique Furniture business. Ray is an experienced Hill Country Realtor. They live in the compound, which offers a perfect retreat for the guest of the Carriage House.

Why they chose this property

The Carriage House is located 5 minutes from the heart of Kerrville. However, it is located in a country setting on a private compound. Guest are amazed at the privacy, view, and completely decorated home.

All one story with cement floors softened with area rugs. The rear of the home opens into a fenced garden with seating around a fire pit. It has a covered patio and also a large deck with seating and all have a view of the river. Peaceful, yet festive with sets of string lights to turn on at night.

What makes this property unique

Down the hill from the Carriage House is the beautiful Guadalupe River. Our guests love to take long walks by the beautiful river. They can reach two parks where people play in the water, fish, run, walk or rent paddle boats, canoes, bikes, and other river toys. The peaceful yet convenient setting draws guests back to the Carriage House.