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Host

Exceptional

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Outdoor space

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Fredericksburg, TX

St. Mary's Catholic Church6 min drive
National Museum of the Pacific War7 min drive
Enchanted Rock Fissure8 min drive
San Antonio, TX (SAT-San Antonio Intl.)79 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Blue Room

1 King Bed

Downstairs Master

1 King Bed

Green Room

1 King Bed

Red Room

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Blue Room

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Downstairs Master

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Hall Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Jack and Jill

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

We welcome you to come enjoy a relaxing stay with us on our 42 acre farmstead. Enjoy a glass of wine on the front porch of the original German homestead and watch the sun set over 5 acres of estate grapevines. We welcome you, to our home away from home, with open arms and 5 star hospitality.

Melissa’s Farmstead encompasses a1860’s homestead that we have refurbished and currently are in the process of transforming into another amenity offered during your stay. The Main Home however, it is connected by a 15*22 covered breezeway and stone outdoor grilling area. The furnished breezeway and smart TV, make it the ideal spot to watch your favorite sporting event or relax during the beautiful evenings. The original smoke house was saved and transformed into an outdoor grilling area. So, if you're not in the mood to get out and enjoy the local fine cuisine, stay in and grill up your own masterpiece, right here at home.
The home offers two master suites, one downstairs and one upstairs both with private baths. The upstairs also offers two king bedrooms connected by a jack and jill bathroom. In addition, there is also small private loft in the pergola upstairs, with beanbags and games for the kids to enjoy.
On the main floor, you will find our luxurious full kitchen accented with bar space and a reclaimed farm table, comfortably seating 10 people for your family dinners. The living area comes furnished with a full leather sectional, side tables, and a beautiful mesquite coffee table, perfect for relaxing and enjoying company. In our effort to retain an authentic approach , the Dutch doors leading to the wrap around back porch, welcomes the outdoors in.

We believe your experience should truly be one of a kind, therefore our hospitality demonstrates such. Rest assured, that delicious coffee, pastries, cereals, oatmeal, snacks, and other local surprises, will be provided during your stay. We also know how exhausting traveling can be, so we make sure that when you arrive, there is water waiting, juice for the kids, along with orange juice, and milk for your upcoming breakfast. In addition, the kitchen cabinets are fully stocked and ready for you to use. Arrive at ease, knowing your family will have everything it needs to plan and prepare a meal together. Our goal, is for our guest to create lifelong experiences and unforgettable memories for you to talk about and share for years to come. We hope that you come stay with us and, enjoy our beautiful home.

We also have a cottage about 185ft form the main homestead that we offer on Vrbo as well. Melissa's Farmstead Cottage Vrbo 2325341 .

Property manager

Tyler & Melissa Whatley

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

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

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector 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

About the area

Fredericksburg

This holiday home is located in Fredericksburg. Pioneer Museum and Fort Martin Scott Historic Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Fredericksburg Winery and Fredericksburg Brewing Company. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Fredericksburg, TX

What's nearby

St. Mary's Catholic Church - 6 min drive
Rockbox Theater - 7 min drive
National Museum of the Pacific War - 7 min drive
Cross Mountain Park - 8 min drive
Enchanted Rock Fissure - 8 min drive

Getting around

San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

‪H-E-B ATM - ‬8 min drive
‪Fredericksburg Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive
‪Hill & Vine - ‬7 min drive
‪Hondo's - ‬6 min drive
‪Old German Bakery & Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Entire Home at Melissa's Farmstead pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Entire Home at Melissa's Farmstead?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Entire Home at Melissa's Farmstead?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Entire Home at Melissa's Farmstead located?

Situated in Fredericksburg, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Main Street, Pioneer Museum and Main Street. Artisans At Rocky Hill and Fredericksburg Winery are also within 6 miles (10 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

Jon A.

23 June 2024

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

Sibling weekend

Myself and all three of my siblings (along with spouses) enjoyed the weekend in Fredricksburg and loved this house. Nice and quiet and just far enough from town. Deer and other wildlife were frequent visitors.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy B.

3 Jan 2024

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

Wonderful!

Our family of 14 celebrated Christmas, here, and it was absolutely perfect. Once we got in the front door, the welcome was pretty astounding...we were greeted by a Christmas tree, wine, a loaf of yummy bread, milk and orange juice in the refrigerator, along with a charcuterie plate of meats and cheeses. The property itself is beautiful - coffee on the porch in the mornings was a must. Look closely and you'll see deer close by (especially if you sprinkle deer corn about). The "little" nook on the 3rd floor was perfect for the kids, in which to play, read or sleep. We prepared all of our meals at the house - the table even seated all of us. And there was ample space for everyone to have their privacy. We could not have asked for a better location to celebrate family and Christmas together. Thank you, Whatleys!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick P.

22 Dec 2022

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

Great place

This was our third year to stay at Melissa’s Farmstead. All 3 years have been amazing. Great host and an amazing house.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elaine S.

11 Dec 2022

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Christmas with the family

Beautiful house and property. So happy to see it decorated for Christmas.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marion C., Texas

16 Nov 2022

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Girls Trip 2022

Amazing rental! Everything you could think of was provided. The beds were the most comfortable! You are located close enough to town, so it’s easy to make a day trip. The location is great and the views are beautiful.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B., Dallas, TX

12 Oct 2022

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

Wonderful!

What a wonderful getaway our family had! I was impressed by the accuracy of the description and photos of the house on the VRBO link, but I never imagined the special touches I would find EVERYWHERE! I could not stop saying out loud, “this is the most well thought out house we’ve ever stayed at!”. It was perfect for our group of twelve—parents, four adult children and spouses, and grand babies. Lots of room to spread out, and every need you could possibly have was satisfied, from the welcoming wine (the red was divine!) and cheese tray, to the breakfast items of milk, juice, pastries, and various cereals, to the abundance of specialty soaps and hair care items. The hosts are true hosts—clear instructions on use of house, and no fussy departure requirements—they just want their guests to relax and enjoy, which we did. They even gave us permission to have a photographer come out to take our pictures while we were all together. The grounds are fun to explore—we even saw an armadillo rooting around the first evening. Coffee on the back porch while watching the sun come up and the deer and their fawns get their morning drink from the pond was so peaceful. This property is a gem, and I recommend anyone who looks at it to book. We certainly will again—except we will book for a longer period! Thank you, Tyler and Melissa!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

4 July 2022

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

Amazing!

We had an amazing stay here. We had friends and family celebrate our marriage. Melissa’s Farmstead was beautiful and we had so much fun playing games out in the yard. I would recommend this to anyone.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adrian G.

25 June 2022

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Beautiful

A gorgeous property, much appreciated

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amie S., Texas

3 Apr 2022

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Hill Country Gem

We stayed here for a couples weekend and everyone loved it! There were four couples total and we had plenty of room. Each bedroom is beautifully decorated and the bathrooms are also great and each are nice sizes. The kitchen is very well stocked, the grill worked well, and we had everything we needed to make a nice dinner. We loved sitting on the porch swings and looking out at the field. The home is located just outside town but close enough that wine tours will still pick you up. Melissa and Tyler made sure to include many charming personal touches welcoming us to Fredericksburg, which was sweet and very much appreciated. They definitely know how to make you feel special! We highly recommend this property!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheree N.

17 Mar 2022

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

Girls trip cheaper than therapy

If you are looking for the perfect stay in Fredericksburg, stop your searching and stay at Melissa's Farmstead. The character and charm of this place is exquisite. The amenities are superb. We enjoyed sunsets and sunrises on the porches watching the deer and peaceful land. It was the perfect spot to unwind from the busy days of shopping and winery. Location is perfect only 3-5 min from town. The beds are extremely comfortable and I'm known to be a hotel snob so take my word. Melissa is a super host always willing to give advise on the area and quick to respond. We are already planning a yearly trip here.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

David Z., San Antonio

16 Jan 2022

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

Perfect getaway.

Melissa's Farmstead was the perfect place for a work retreat and our daughter's Bday getaway. Elegantly decorated country home, in a picturesque landscape setting made for the perfect getaway. Thank you Tyler, Melissa, and Yvette for your hospitality!

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick P.

20 Dec 2021

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

Amazing place in the Hill Country.

Melissa’s Farmstead is a wonderful place to stay. Tyler and Melissa are tremendous hosts. We can’t wait for next year.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Leslie E.

30 Nov 2021

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Beautiful property. Very peaceful.

We loved the place! One beautiful room after another, each view better than the last. Little glitch with ice maker and internet tv were not deal breakers. Just loved sitting on both porches watching deer and relaxing.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jina B., Tyler,Tx.

27 Nov 2021

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

Thanksgiving

Relaxing

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

paula m.

23 Nov 2021

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

Perfect

I would suggest using better pictures because it doesn’t do it justice!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shaun H.

3 Nov 2021

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

Wonderful Stay in the Texas Hill Country

Very nice cabin and beautiful location. The kids enjoyed exploring outside and the adults enjoyed the relaxing porch and wonderful amenities. Very nice spread of cheeses, pastries, coffee and other complimentary items.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Courtney M.

21 Oct 2021

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

Best VRBO stay ever!

The photos didn't do the house justice! It was so chic and trendy, very up to date yet also unique with interesting details. It was literally ready to live in! They had absolutely everything we needed and more provided for us. Adorable coffee bar, cereals and oatmeal, FOUR bottles of wine, a beautiful charcuterie, and even milk and OJ in the fridge! The property was gorgeous with the best sunsets and sunrises, and there were countless deer all around! We will definitely come back again! Everyone in our group raved the whole time about how amazing everything was! Super quick drive to get into town also!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

20 Oct 2021

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

Fabulous Farmhouse

This lovely home was perfect for the 4 couples in our group. It was even more beautiful than we expected and very clean and comfy. We enjoyed sitting on the porch swings in the morning and watching the deer while we had coffee. The breezeway is another great outdoor spot to hang out, have a glass of wine and throw something on the grill. It’s only a few miles from town but you feel like you’re out in the country. We hope to be back next year.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Harsha D.

6 Sept 2021

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Had a fantastic Experiece

This place is amazing. Very well maintained and with tons of amenities. We had such a great time at this farm land. Melissa has been too kind and their customer service is great!!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Teresa F., Missoula, MT

21 June 2021

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Magical Weekend

We enjoyed a magical weekend at Melissa’s Farmstead! It was perfect in every way. We highly recommend this amazing property.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

15 June 2021

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

Amazing Property

Gracios hosts run this beautiful property. Full of wonderfull amenities. Great cooking supplies and high grade appliances. Super gathering place in the kitchenand betwen the two houses where we had a fabulous family cookout in the grilling area. Rooms werre very well appointed with new and confortable beds! We acutally had the entire bunk house we did not use.The property is georgeous and the owners were kind enough to stop by and provde some isight into their vision for the future. We need to come back.....with more people!!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

14 June 2021

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Perfect Getaway

We stayed at Melissa’s Farmstead with some friends and our 5 total kids last week and were blown away by the lengths at which Tyler and Melissa went to make sure we had a great experience in Fredericksburg - our favorite destination in the Hill Country which has kept its charm while booming from the winery business which is catching up to Napa. The house and property had everything we needed, with numerous luxuries as a bonus. We loved all the porch seating and a huge beautiful lawn where our kids enjoyed hours making up games as well as enjoying the yard games there at the house. Our 4th through 8th graders enjoyed the separate house attached by breezeway while the rest of us enjoyed 4 beautiful rooms, each with direct access to luxurious bathrooms in the main house. One of the nicest touches was on checkout day, Tyler and Melissa reiterated a few times that they didn’t want us stressing with a list of to-do’s for checkout…”just make sure you gather all your belongings and drive home safely.” Everyone on the trip expressed a strong desire to come back and do it all again in the future.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alex R.

13 June 2021

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

AMAZING PLACE

Melissa’s Farmstead was truly amazing. It had plenty of space for our large group. The views outside had us in awe. It’s not too far from the main area, so we had everything we needed within a short drive. We plan to come back here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jerrell B.

27 May 2021

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The Hideout

Melissa's Farmstead is a secluded place a short distance from town where you are away from the busy streets of Fredericksburg. We loved the repurposed wood and the copper fixtures in the house. We enjoyed watching the deer as we sat on the porch having a snack or glass of wine. I would recommend this place to my friends. Jerry B

Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

26 Apr 2021

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Perfect

Excellent Well stocked. Everything worked well. Easy in and out. Relaxed atmosphere.

Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2021

About the host

Hosted by Tyler & Melissa Whatley

Why they chose this property

Our property is only 3 miles North of Main St, which makes it super convenient to get in town for dinner reservations and or any other activities you may have scheduled in town. We also have a Cottage on the property that accommodates a couple or family of 3. Melissa's Farmstead Cottage Vrbo 2325341. We also have a Cottage in town just 2 blocks from Main St. Jungman Haus Vrbo 2326815

What makes this property unique

We acquired this property because of the original German homestead, the beautiful live oaks, and the vision of transforming it into a one of a kind experience. When we first purchased this gem, it was truly a Diamond in the rough. The beautiful oaks were almost entirely covered from intense overgrowth, the original home had not been lived in for over 60 years, in short, much love was needed! Our vision with Melissa's Farmstead, is to build a unique resort style experience in the Texas Hill Country, for all people of all ages.