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Serenity Hill Bed and Breakfast - Private Country Cottage

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View of Serenity Hill from across the Canyon
1 mile - Devils Backbone Tavern- Dive Bar- live music weekends and Jukebox too
Sitting in the Guadalupe River-Lone Star Float House- River Road
Your Private Entry Cottage
Kitchen entrance For Easy Loading and Unloading

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

1 bedroomSleeps 441.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Fischer, TX
  • Canyon Park
    9 min drive
  • Canyon Lake
    11 min drive
  • Canyon Lake Marina
    12 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Serenity Hill Bed and Breakfast - Private Country Cottage

Your Private Entry Cottage at Serenity Hill is nested in Oaks and Cedar Trees.
Located right on the scenic drive that connects Wimberley to Blanco off of Highway 32.
A portion of the Texas Hill Country located on the Devil's Backbone.
Our cottage has a stocked kitchen for the chef in you.
One bedroom has a Queen Bed and a Day Bed that converts in to a king size bed.
Your private viewing deck has a view of Canyon Lake and beautiful sunsets.
Also , for your use only during
Your stay , the Hot Tub is located on your private deck where you will have exclusive use of your hot tub - no one else.
We clean and fill with filtered well water after each guests stay.
Enjoy complimentary breakfasts using our Free Range Organic Farm Eggs along with fruits (when in season) often picked right here at Serenity Hill.
We provide complimentary WIFI - with ethernet cable so bring your Roku and Free parking.
If you want to bring a water craft , we have room for you to park that with ease as well.
You cant get to the country by freeway but our slow country road will bring you right in- watch for deer, roadrunners, rabbits and other wildlife!
LEAVE YOUR ROUTINE BEHIND AND COME UNWIND.
Game room -
The “Shady Lady Lounge”. Hang out, shoot pool, play darts, Pachinko, Jinga, card games, dominos, BYOB, and a blue tooth speaking for streaming your favorite tunes.
Ohhh and take some fun selfie pics in the photo booth.
The game room is nice when you want to stay off of the roads at night or all day.
Turn on the lights and hit the button to raise the garage door or keep it shut if you like , but sing loud either way, it’s OK !
Come as Guests -Leave as Friends
Pet friendly. We prefer 1 small dog 25 pounds or less. Must be on a leash at all times when outdoors.

Property manager

Marilyn K Baxter

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

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

Children

Adults only
I will make exceptions for a children -Contact me.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
No charge for 1 small dog.

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
No Smoking inside the cottage. Smoke outside only
Dogs must remain on a leash when outdoors. We have cattle and poultry that free range in different pastures. Pets~ Not allowed on Hot Tub Deck.
We provide paper and glass dish ware.

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 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

About the area

Canyon Lake

Canyon Lake is home to this cottage. Jack Glover's Cowboy Museum and Corral Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Canyon Lake Marina and Wimberley Zipline Adventures. Travelling with kids? Consider Central Texas Bonsai Exhibit at Jade Gardens, or check out an event or a game at San Marcos Academy Baseball Field.
Map
Fischer, TX

What's nearby

  • Canyon Park - 9 min drive
  • Canyon Lake - 11 min drive
  • Canyon Lake Marina - 12 min drive
  • Overlook Park - 15 min drive
  • Whitewater Amphitheatre - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 26 min drive
  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Robert's By The Lake - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Canyon City Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Granny D's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dam Red Barn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Italian Garden Cafe - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Serenity Hill Bed and Breakfast - Private Country Cottage have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Serenity Hill Bed and Breakfast - Private Country Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Serenity Hill Bed and Breakfast - Private Country Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serenity Hill Bed and Breakfast - Private Country Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Serenity Hill Bed and Breakfast - Private Country Cottage located?

Set in Canyon Lake, this family-friendly cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Canyon Park, Central Texas Bonsai Exhibit at Jade Gardens and Canyon Lake. Jacob's Creek Park and North Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Katheryne F.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disappointing
From the horrible road to get to the property to the house not having internet (which we need for our business) or the water that smelled like sulphur, it was a big disappointment. The host Marilyn was very nice and communicated well, but the cottage is not worth the price they are asking. I couldn’t bathe, brush my teeth or even turn the water on because it smelled so bad. The property was cute but kind of dumpy and could use a deep clean. Won’t be going back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little slice of heaven
Serenity was a lovely place to stay, perfect for a couple! The cottage had everything we needed and we enjoyed the hot tub. The property is tucked away and super quiet and private. We hung out in the shady lady lounge our first night and enjoyed the AMAZING sunset and playing giant Jinga! Marilyn is a perfect host, very accommodating and easy to work with. We are looking forward to another visit in this peaceful setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

brenda v.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice and quiet little place
Went for our 30th anniversary, enjoyed our stay and all the attractions it had to offer, the cottage was somewhat clean, still had alot of dust in some areas, the toilet was very wobbly and loose each time you sat on it but we still had a enjoyable time and will definitely be going back
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint little cottage
We had a wonderful time using Marilyn's cottage as a homebase for our weekend adventures. Hot tub was soothing after our hikes.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Johnathan G., Columbus, Texas USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!!!
Super Hosts! Everything was perfect and we will be returning the next chance we get. This was our 15 yr wedding anniversary and we couldn't have asked for more. Marilyn and crew were on it! Printed our concert tickets and had them waiting on the bed. They gave us total privacy and respect. The game room was awesome! We lost track of our worries here! Can't say enough about the view, the amenities, the coziness and of course our hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ponciano L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good
Very good
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lissa J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Loved the property. Very rustic and cute. Had a fantastic time. Location is wonderful, short drive to many different places and restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!!
We had an amazing time! Marilyn’s property is BEAUTIFUL. We had so much fun and we will definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cassidy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A PERFECT GETAWAY
I can't describe our time at Serenity BnB any other way than absolutely amazing. Everything from the personal touches left for us by Marilyn, to the UNBEATABLE VIEW, to the fun game room area...it was beyond anything we could have asked for. I was a little confused checking in, just because those instructions had not been provided, and I was also a little thrown off to find out the hot tub was at the host's house and not the BnB cottage. However, Marilyn answered my questions (late at night, I might add) and everything worked out perfectly. We already want to come back.

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly what we needed
My husband and I were looking for a place to unwind and that is exactly what we had! A hot tub, fire pit, a place to watch the sunset, a game room and close to Wimberly! Marilyn was sweet and attentive to our needs!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michal-Lynn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and rustic
Great getaway from the city with lots to do nearby. Loved the lodge and the chickens.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

pam l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All good
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Greg B., College Station, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent host
Beautiful place and owner is an excellent host. Enjoyed the porches, deck and cowboy hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Trudy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best B&B ever!
Marilyn Baxter was the best host/manager. We felt so comfortable there and felt like we never left home. We were so relaxed and comfortable. We can’t say enough good things about her and her property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alexander P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway!
If you want to get away from it all (and I mean IT ALL) come visit Serenity Hill! The house is cozy, the pool and back porch/deck were a great way to unwind, access to the hot tub as much as we wanted, and some delicious fresh farm eggs. The lounge was awesome and we had a great time playing darts, cards, and dominoes! Marilyn was super responsive to everything we needed. 10/10 would visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Coral M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gracious host
Great stay! Fun place, especially if you want to stay on property. We loved the feel of the shady shack and playing pool and darts there. The host was wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brett C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Out Of Town But Close To EVERYTHING
Great getaway spot for anyone looking to be close to all of the hill country activities but also wanting your privacy. Great communication and excellent service!

10/10 Excellent

Jody H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a getaway.
Nice, out of the way, but close enough to all the places we wanted to see (Natural Bridge Caverns, Canyon Lake, All Hill Country Views). The host was very nice, and extremely helpful. The guest house was cozy, with a view of the valley, toward the lake. The main house, where the hot tub is located, gave a better view of the lake, and a great view of the sunset, and all the stars. Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Kim D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice getaway
Enjoyed the peace and quiet and laidback atmosphere.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gina R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
We had an amazing week despite almost everything around us being closed. We knew that going there though. We would have loved to go explore more, but given the current situation of the world, we were fine just staying at the cottage and getting away from it all. Everything was great, peaceful, and cozy. The views are amazing and the sunsets are awesome! We can't wait to come back again and get away from it all again. Thanks for everything!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2020

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice owner, great communication.
My wife and I didn't get to stay because of the Coronavirus. But the owner did her best to work with us on refunding what she could for the stay. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amanda N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
It rained and we slept and relaxed. Wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Pat M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serenity cottage
We enjoyed relaxing for a week in this cute, cozy cottage. We especially enjoyed spending time on the deck looking at the lake and beautiful sunsets. Marilyn was such a sweet host and took care of anything we needed right away.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carol F., Twining, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful retreat in Texas Hill Country
We loved having Serenity Hill as a base for exploring Central Texas. Marilyn was a great host, and we had everything we needed to relax and enjoy our stay. Recommended getaway!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jim D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serenity, indeed!
Marilyn made us feel so comfortable and our few days away were awesome! The sunset views are spectacular!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

About the host

Hosted by Marilyn K Baxter

Host profile image
Hello I am Marilyn.I have been in the hospitality business most of my adult career. I have owned and operated a full service catering business and coordinated events from 12 to 1000 guests. After catering I expanded and opened a retail florist also specializing in weddings and corporate events. I enjoy hosting dinner parties and meeting guests at my bed and breakfast.

Why they chose this property

My dream was to retire to the Texas Hill Country.
I have made my private entry guest house in to a cozy private cottage nested in the woods.
you will often see my cattle roam the lower pasture as well as deer and other wildlife.
I have raised chickens , turkeys, peafowl, and keep a garden.
Presently have chickens and love to share the free range fresh farm eggs and garden produce as well as fruits from my fruit trees when in season.
I prepare a complimentary breakfast using fresh farm raised products from right here .
The viewing deck is a great place to enjoy the sunset and see Canyon Lake.
there is plenty of parking if you want to bring your boat and trailer too.
I have been hosting my cottage for 4 years and have met and made many new friends from so many places.

What makes this property unique


From here at Serenity Hill you are minutes away from Gruene for shopping and music, Wimberley for shopping and music, Blanco Vinyards, nine miles to float the Guadalupe River and 3 miles from Canyon Lake to name a few destinations.
Located on the Famous Devil's Backbone.
A portion of The Texas Hill Country that looks like something straight out of a Wild West Movie.

Languages:

English
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