Chic Hill Country Oasis

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Location
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Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6111 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Dryer

Explore the area

Driftwood, TX

Wimberley Valley Winery14 min drive
Blue Hole Regional Park16 min drive
Jacob's Well Natural Area23 min drive
Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)45 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Garden

About this property

About this space
Watch sunsets from the front porch, sip a glass of red from a local winery, and listen to the crickets in a haven nestled deep in oak trees. This serene, stylish ranch combines traditional studded leather armchairs with smooth, modern marble.

This listing is for one of two homes on eight acres. When renting the home, you have exclusive access to the lower half of the property. This includes the garden, the fire pit, and the pool/spa. (Pool is unheated; spa is heated.) The hosts split their time between the ranch & Austin. They may be onsite in the house next door.

Secluded 8 acre hill country retreat.

As you drive the winding roads, you'll weave around to find a hill country oasis far away from any worries. Nestled deep in the oak trees outside Driftwood, a calm peacefulness welcomes all at Olinca Ranch. Olinca Ranch - where the sun sets to find the bright stars, with no light pollution or a neighbor in sight! Ahhh, the country sounds of whippoorwill's, crickets, and cicadas encompasses you. Take a deep breath and relax! Enjoy the 40 foot modern pool during the day and the heated spa under the moonlight. Exchange stories around the fire pit with a nice glass of red from one of the local wineries. Watch a sunset from the front porch or relax and smoke a cigar in the covered back porch with an evening Old Fashioned. Whatever you decide, you'll find serenity and depart with warm memories.

Guests will have exclusive use to the pool, garden, fire pit, yard and pool toys in the barn. Park in the gravel parking lot - do NOT drive through the rock wall entrance to the garden.

The property owners may be on site in the main house. If you desire total seclusion, please request or message us to see if it can be accommodated.

Feel free to reach out with any questions or for any recommendations!

Property manager

Mike Techow

Premier Host

Languages

English, German, Spanish

Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

On-site 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Driftwood

Located in Driftwood, this holiday home is in a rural area. Wimberley Valley Winery and Duchman Family Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Wimberley Lions Market Days and Plaza East. The Island and Central Texas Bonsai Exhibit at Jade Gardens are also worth visiting.

Driftwood, TX

What's nearby

Wimberley Valley Winery - 14 min drive
Blue Hole Regional Park - 16 min drive
The Island - 16 min drive
Wimberley Zipline Adventures - 19 min drive
Jacob's Well Natural Area - 23 min drive

Getting around

San Marcos Station - 37 min drive
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Salt Lick BBQ - ‬20 min drive
‪Hays City Store - ‬8 min drive
‪Ghost Note Brewing - ‬29 min drive
‪Dairy Queen - ‬17 min drive
‪Hill Country Tasting Room - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Chic Hill Country Oasis have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Chic Hill Country Oasis pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Chic Hill Country Oasis?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Chic Hill Country Oasis?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Chic Hill Country Oasis located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Wimberley Valley Winery, Corral Theatre and Blue Hole Regional Park. Duchman Family Winery and The Island are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Aaron H.

10 Apr 2024

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

Really cool spot

Cool land, great pool, and close to Wimberley and driftwood! House itself was bigger/nicer than pictures suggest, rarely do we say that with STR’s.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen P., Austin, TX

26 Nov 2023

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

Lovely property !

If you are looking to really get away this is it ! The home is completely secluded and quiet! Beautiful pool and property to explore !

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara R.

6 Aug 2023

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

Peaceful and beautiful

Wonderful house in a serene setting. My friends and I loved relaxing in the pool and on the sun porch watching the deer wander by at dawn at dusk.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bobby G.

31 July 2023

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

Great get away!

The home was clean, new appliances, great design & comfortable. The pool was wonderful with everything you need, towels, floats, umbrellas, outside seating, just perfect!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn G.

19 July 2023

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

Luxury getaway

My husband and I spent a week in this hill country oasis and loved it even in the midst of the near record-breaking heat. The pool is spotless and, in the mornings (especially) the water was cool. Deer were everywhere; a treat to watch from both the pool and home. The large umbrellas on the pool deck also made things nice and shady in the afternoon. Stars were amazing at night. Also, I usually bring my own pillow because I'm so picky. I had forgotten mine at home, so I was extremely and pleasantly relieved to be lulled to sleep in a super comfy bed, with super comfy linens and pillow! The home is full of great natural light, bird watching from the air conditioned inside was such fun, the screened porches were so peaceful and walking in the area was lovely. While we were not able to use it due to the burn ban in effect, the Adirondack chairs around the fire pit were a comfy place for morning coffee. The only thing I would note--which we were aware of, but others may not be--and that is, the Wimberley/Driftwood area is not the best for internet. That's why it's such a great getaway. Our cell phone hot spots worked just fine for knocking out some unanticipated work, but without that, it would have been tricky. That's not enough to keep us from returning, though, as this was an awesome and relaxing getaway!

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mike Techow

I lived in Cuernavaca until my mom fell in love with a hippie from Texas! I now find myself amidst the hustle and bustle of Austin, but I try to escape to Olinca Ranch every chance I get.

Why they chose this property

Because when you wake up, you feel like you've been let in on a secret that the rest of the world has yet to find out. You'll barely want to exhale while you peer through the windows at the deer grazing across the grass!