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Hill Country Ranch Retreat with creek, pool, hot tub & tennis court

 
 
 
Dripping Springs house rental - View from hilltop of house, pavilion & pool, tennis court, & creek
View from hilltop of house, pavilion & pool, tennis court, & creek
 
Dripping Springs house rental - View from hilltop of house, pavilion & pool, tennis court, & creek

View from hilltop of house, pavilion & pool, tennis court, & creek

Front of main house with wrap-around porches & 1st floor master bedroom at right

Front of main house with wrap-around porches & 1st floor master bedroom at right

Creek in June 2012 with kayaks off concrete landing at back of main house

Creek in June 2012 with kayaks off concrete landing at back of main house

View from upper porch overlooking pool and creek

View from upper porch overlooking pool and creek

View of pool & hot tub with pavilion from veranda of main house

View of pool & hot tub with pavilion from veranda of main house

Pavilion with table and separate seating area in front of outdoor fireplace

Pavilion with table and separate seating area in front of outdoor fireplace

Natural stone pool and hot tub

Natural stone pool and hot tub

Spacious living room in the Main House

Spacious living room in the Main House

70" flat screen LED HD TV; Direct TV DVR, and Blu Ray DVD player in family room

70" flat screen LED HD TV; Direct TV DVR, and Blu Ray DVD player in family room

Dining Room of the main house; kitchen with center island & 2nd sink is at right

Dining Room of the main house; kitchen with center island & 2nd sink is at right

Main house 1st floor master bdrm sitting area with king-size bed & private patio

Main house 1st floor master bdrm sitting area with king-size bed & private patio

Main house - 1st floor main bath vanity with large tub across from the mirror

Main house - 1st floor main bath vanity with large tub across from the mirror

Main House - 1st floor master bath shower

Main House - 1st floor master bath shower

2nd floor master bedroom in main house with private bath & sitting area

2nd floor master bedroom in main house with private bath & sitting area

2nd floor bedroom in main house with king-size bed & shared connecting bath

2nd floor bedroom in main house with king-size bed & shared connecting bath

2nd floor bedroom in main house with king-size bed with shared connecting bath

2nd floor bedroom in main house with king-size bed with shared connecting bath

3rd floor bedroom in main house with queen-size bed

3rd floor bedroom in main house with queen-size bed

3rd floor bedroom in main house with day bed and trundle tucked away underneath

3rd floor bedroom in main house with day bed and trundle tucked away underneath

3rd floor bathroom in main house

3rd floor bathroom in main house

Lighted tennis court, pavilion & back of main house

Lighted tennis court, pavilion & back of main house

Fishing at Henly - large-mouth bass

Fishing at Henly - large-mouth bass

Guest house family room, stone fireplace, and kitchen

Guest house family room, stone fireplace, and kitchen

Guest house bedroom with queen-size bed

Guest house bedroom with queen-size bed

Guest house - 2nd bedroom bunk beds

Guest house - 2nd bedroom bunk beds

Per night (USD) $1,000 - $2,500
  • Bedrooms8
  • Sleeps20
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • 1 Half Bath
Minimum Stay 2 - 3 nights

Photos and Description of the Dripping Springs vacation house rental
8 BR, 5 BA, 1 half BA, sleeps 20, 30 max, 2 living, 3 dining, ~5000 sf

Beautiful secluded ranch retreat with lodge and a guest house. The lodge includes 6 bedrooms, 1 on 1st floor, 3 on 2nd floor, 2 on 3rd floor. 4 kings, 1 queen, 2 twins, 1 fold-out sofa and 4 baths and 1 half bath. Guest house has 2 bedrooms, including 1 queen, 2 sets of bunks. Sleeps 18 in beds or 20 (including a sleeper sofa in the living room). Other sofas and pads are available. Max # in party is 20 adults or 30 people (with children). Both houses have fireplaces. There are 325 acres for hiking and exploring. Play tennis on the lighted courts, swim in the swimming pool, kayak in the creek, or relax in the jacuzzi/ hot tub. The property is ideal for bird watching and wildlife viewing. Enjoy a covered outdoor pavilion with fireplace -- an excellent spot for grilling and entertaining. This is a wonderful place for gatherings of family and/or friends. Just relax on one of the wraparound covered porches on either the first or second level and enjoy the hill country scenery.

About Paul Hudson

Paul was born and raised in Austin and has lived there all his life with the exception of one year in Brazil and 4 ½ years at Texas A&M University in College Station. In addition to a B.B.A. from Texas A&M in Business Computer Science, he holds a M.B.A. from the University of Texas at Austin, with specialization in real estate and finance. Immediately after graduation from UT in 1989, Paul started a consulting business, which has evolved into a commercial real estate firm now known as Hudson Properties, Inc. Paul holds a Texas Real Estate Broker license, as well as a Texas Loan Officer license. He is a member of the Austin Board of Realtors, the Central Texas Commercial Association of Realtors and the Commercial Leasing Brokers Association.

Paul is very active in the community where he has served in various capacities including President (and several other leadership positions) of the Westlake Rotary Club, Chairman of the Westlake Rotary Club Foundation, and President of the Capital City Toastmasters. He is also a graduate of Leadership Austin’s Class of 2003.

Paul has served in many leadership roles at First United Methodist Church of Austin, including Lay Leader, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Chairman of the Property Committee and Co-Chair of a $3,100,000 Capital campaign. He is currently a member of St. Johns United Methodist Church, where he serves on the Board of Trustees and as member of the Companions Sunday School Class.

In addition to his work, community service and church responsibilities, Paul enjoys playing the guitar, singing, songwriting, and many outdoor activities including coaching soccer and baseball, boating, fishing, snow skiing, hiking, and generally spending quality time with his wife and three children.

Paul Hudson purchased this house in 2004
Why Paul Hudson chose Dripping Springs

Close proximity to Austin, outstanding live water (creek), dramatic elevation changes, beautiful houses, lovely pool and hot spa, lighted tennis/basketball court and other amenities.

Dripping Springs house rental - View from hilltop of house, pavilion & pool, tennis court, & creek

View from hilltop of house, pavilion & pool, tennis court, & creek

Front of main house with wrap-around porches & 1st floor master bedroom at right

Front of main house with wrap-around porches & 1st floor master bedroom at right

Creek in June 2012 with kayaks off concrete landing at back of main house

Creek in June 2012 with kayaks off concrete landing at back of main house

View from upper porch overlooking pool and creek

View from upper porch overlooking pool and creek

View of pool & hot tub with pavilion from veranda of main house

View of pool & hot tub with pavilion from veranda of main house

Pavilion with table and separate seating area in front of outdoor fireplace

Pavilion with table and separate seating area in front of outdoor fireplace

Natural stone pool and hot tub

Natural stone pool and hot tub

Spacious living room in the Main House

Spacious living room in the Main House

70" flat screen LED HD TV; Direct TV DVR, and Blu Ray DVD player in family room

70" flat screen LED HD TV; Direct TV DVR, and Blu Ray DVD player in family room

Dining Room of the main house; kitchen with center island & 2nd sink is at right

Dining Room of the main house; kitchen with center island & 2nd sink is at right

Main house 1st floor master bdrm sitting area with king-size bed & private patio

Main house 1st floor master bdrm sitting area with king-size bed & private patio

Main house - 1st floor main bath vanity with large tub across from the mirror

Main house - 1st floor main bath vanity with large tub across from the mirror

Main House - 1st floor master bath shower

Main House - 1st floor master bath shower

2nd floor master bedroom in main house with private bath & sitting area

2nd floor master bedroom in main house with private bath & sitting area

2nd floor bedroom in main house with king-size bed & shared connecting bath

2nd floor bedroom in main house with king-size bed & shared connecting bath

2nd floor bedroom in main house with king-size bed with shared connecting bath

2nd floor bedroom in main house with king-size bed with shared connecting bath

3rd floor bedroom in main house with queen-size bed

3rd floor bedroom in main house with queen-size bed

3rd floor bedroom in main house with day bed and trundle tucked away underneath

3rd floor bedroom in main house with day bed and trundle tucked away underneath

3rd floor bathroom in main house

3rd floor bathroom in main house

Lighted tennis court, pavilion & back of main house

Lighted tennis court, pavilion & back of main house

Fishing at Henly - large-mouth bass

Fishing at Henly - large-mouth bass

Guest house family room, stone fireplace, and kitchen

Guest house family room, stone fireplace, and kitchen

Guest house bedroom with queen-size bed

Guest house bedroom with queen-size bed

Guest house - 2nd bedroom bunk beds

Guest house - 2nd bedroom bunk beds

Car: recommended

Texas Hill Country

Other Activities: Bird watching, wildlife viewing

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Changeover Day: flexible

Rental Rates for this vacation house rental in Dripping Springs, Texas

Rental Basis:
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Rate Period Nightly Weekend Night Weekend Weekly Monthly Event Minimum Stay
 
Base Rate
$1,500
2 nights
 
Discounts: 4 nights or more: $1,250 Nightly; 6 nights or more: $1,000 Nightly
 
Holidays 2013
Dec 20 - Jan 5
$2,500
3 nights
 
Discounts: 4 nights or more: $2,000 Nightly; 6 nights or more: $1,500 Nightly
 
Spring Break 2014
Mar 7 - Mar 16
$2,500
3 nights
 
Discounts: 4 nights or more: $2,000 Nightly; 6 nights or more: $1,500 Nightly
 
Peak Season
Jun 1 - Aug 30
$2,000
3 nights
 
Discounts: 4 nights or more: $1,600 Nightly; 6 nights or more: $1,200 Nightly
 
Memorial Day Weekend 2013
May 24 2013 - May 27 2013
$7,000
Flat fee
3 nights
 
 
July 4th Weekend 2013
Jul 3 2013 - Jul 8 2013
$9,000
Flat fee
5 nights
 
 
Labor Day Weekend 2013
Aug 30 2013 - Sep 2 2013
$7,000
Flat fee
3 nights
 
 
Formula One Race Weekend 2013
Nov 14 2013 - Nov 18 2013
$8,000
Flat fee
4 nights
 
 
Easter 2014
Apr 18 2014 - Apr 21 2014
$6,000
Flat fee
3 nights
 

Additional information about rental rates

Deposit of $1,000 due at booking; to be refunded after stay if no damage to property.
Balance due 60 days prior to stay.
Fees And Taxes Cleaning fee for 19 people or fewer = $400
Cleaning for 20 to 30 people = $500

Tax = 6%
Rates are for Lodge AND Guest House. They cannot be rented individually.

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation house rental in Dripping Springs, Texas

Property Type:
  • house

Meals:
  • Guests provide their own meals

Floor Area:
  • 5000 sq. ft.

Location Type:
  • River
  • Waterfront
  • Rural

Theme:
  • Away From It All
  • Family

General:
  • Fireplace
  • Linens Provided
  • Toilet Paper
  • Broadband Access
  • Wood Fireplace
  • Water Cooler
  • Laundry Soap
  • Local Restaurant Guide
  • Telephone
  • Alarm Clock
  • Garage
  • Wireless Internet
  • Paper Towels
  • Basic Soaps
  • Heating
  • Parking On Street
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Firewood
  • Towels Provided
  • Bottled Water
  • Sofa Bed
  • Washing Machine
  • Internet
  • Parking
  • Air Conditioning
  • Local Maps
  • Shampoo
  • Filtered Water
  • Parking Off Street

Kitchen:
  • Coffee Grinder
  • Coffee Maker
  • Pantry Items
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Blender
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice Maker
  • Freezer
  • Stove
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Toaster
  • Oven
  • Grill
  • Kitchen

Dining:
  • Dining Area
  • seating for 20 people

Bathrooms:
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • 1 Half Bath
  • Bathroom 1 - toilet , tub , shower
    Bathroom 2 - toilet , shower
    Bathroom 3 - toilet , combination tub/shower
    Bathroom 4 - toilet , combination tub/shower
    Bathroom 5 - toilet , shower
    Bathroom 6 - toilet
  • Lodge 1st floor master bedroom with private bath is generally accessible to handicapped persons, although not ADA compliant. Bath has grab bars and walk in shower.

Bedrooms:
  • 8 Bedrooms, Sleeps 20
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 king
    Bedroom 2 - 1 king
    Bedroom 3 - 1 king
    Bedroom 4 - 1 king
    Bedroom 5 - 1 queen
    Bedroom 6 - 2 twin/ single
    Bedroom 7 - 1 queen , Set of bunk beds
    Bedroom 8 - 4 twin/ single , 2 Sets of bunk beds
  • Lodge has 6 bedrooms, 1 on 1st floor, 3 on 2nd floor, 2 on 3rd floor. Four bedrooms have 1 king-size bed; 1 bedroom has 1 queen-size bed, 1 bedroom has twin beds. There is a sleeper sofa in the downstairs living room. The lodge sleeps 12 total. The guest house has 2 bedrooms - sleeping 6 total. One bedroom has a queen-size bed; one bedroom has 2 sets of bunks. Lodge 1st floor master bedroom with private bath is generally accessible to handicapped persons, although not ADA compliant. Bath has grab bars and walk in shower.
Entertainment:
  • Stereo
  • Audio Tape Player
  • DVD Player
  • Radio
  • Books
  • CD Player
  • Television ...
    70' Flat Screen LED HD TV; Direct TV with DVR; Blu Ray/ DVD player
  • Satellite / Cable ...
    70' Flat Screen LED HD TV; Direct TV with DVR; Blu Ray/ DVD player
  • VCR

Communication / Internet:
  • fax

Outside:
  • Fully Fenced Property
  • Beach Towels
  • Boat
  • Unscreened Porch / Veranda
  • Deck Furniture
  • Boat with Paddles
  • Lanai / Gazebo
  • Water Sports Gear
  • Boat Dock
  • Beach Chairs
  • Tennis Court
  • Binoculars
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Gazebo ...
    covered pavilion with fireplace near pool/ hot tub
  • Porch Furniture
  • Balcony
  • Canoe
  • Outdoor Furniture
  • Porch / Veranda
  • Wood Deck
  • Deck / Patio
  • Terrace
  • Walkway to Water
  • Pedal Boat
  • Yard
  • Barbecue
  • Kayak / Canoe
  • Outdoor Grill Gas
  • Patio
  • 30 garden chairs

Suitability:
  • children welcome
  • limited accessibility ...
    1st floor master bedroom with bath is generally accessible to handicapped persons, although not ADA compliant. Bath has grab bars and walk in shower.
  • non smoking only
  • pets considered

Pool / Spa:
  • Hot Tub
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Outdoor Hot Tub
  • Whirlpool
  • Private Pool
  • Jacuzzi

Attractions:
  • restaurants
  • water parks
  • churches

Leisure Activities:
  • bird watching
  • horseback riding
  • walking
  • wildlife viewing
  • scenic drives

Local Services & Businesses:
  • groceries

Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • basketball court
  • hiking
  • tennis
  • hunting
  • fishing
  • freshwater fishing
  • swimming
  • cycling

Notes: Lodge family room has 70' flat screen LED HD TV, Direct TV with DVR, and Blu Ray/ DVD player.

Learn more about this vacation rental at the owner's website:

Reviews for this vacation house rental in Dripping Springs, Texas

Hill Country Ranch Retreat with creek, pool, hot tub & tennis court
average rating of 5.0 based on 43 reviews
business
Hill Country Ranch Retreat with creek, pool, hot tub & tennis court
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p241961
Dripping Springs Texas Hill Country
Houston, TX
5

Family Reunion

5 of 5
Submitted: June 23, 2011 Stayed: June 2011
This was a great place to hold our family reunion. We had people fly in from Colorado, Wisconsin, Minnesota and North Carolina. There were 14 adults and 5 children, ranging in age from 4 months to 92 years. We were a little worried about the 100 degree temperatures, but thankfully there was a lot of wind which saved us. Everyone enjoyed the swimming pool and paddles boats. Thank you for having the pools toys and life jackets for the kids to use. Really enjoyed watching the deer & wild turkeys in the evening and hiking the hills to see the cattle and the sunsets. The little kids had a fun time fishing in the creek and throwing them back. Lots of reminiscing and laughs. It was a wonderful time. Gig 'em Aggies
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children
Owner's Response: Thanks for posting this great review! We hosted my wife's family's reunion there the very next weekend and also had a blast. The deer and turkey came to the feeder every morning and evening, and the longhorns and buffalo even came down off the hill once. It's amazing how the breeze blows through the valley every day to help make the heat tolerable. Frequent dips in the pool help too. I hope you visit us again sometime!
Helpful votes: 5/5
business
Hill Country Ranch Retreat with creek, pool, hot tub & tennis court
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p241961
Dripping Springs Texas Hill Country
Fort Worth, Texas
5

Big smiles and warm hearts

5 of 5
Submitted: August 24, 2009 Stayed: July 2009
We had a wonderful time enjoying the ranch, from swimming in the pool, flying kites in the yard, playing tennis or basketball, or rocking on the porch. We made memories that will last a lifetime and will look back with big smiles and warm hearts to our time on the ranch.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children
Owner's Response: I'm glad to have contributed to the big smiles and warm hearts of your family. I'm glad it was such a great trip!
Helpful votes: 5/6
business
Hill Country Ranch Retreat with creek, pool, hot tub & tennis court
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p241961
Dripping Springs Texas Hill Country
5

Wonderful weekend

5 of 5
Submitted: May 4, 2013 Stayed: April 2013
I rented the ranch with a group of old friends for the Tough Mudder weekend. Several of us were supposed to run in the event but the ranch was so nice we decided to skip the event and enjoy our time there. The outdoor fireplace and seating area became our favorite gathering place, and with a tennis and basketball court available, we had a fun filled and active weekend without the Mudder. The ranch is larger than I anticipated. We hiked the ranch roads for about an hour and still had more to explore if we wanted. I would definitely recommend Henly Hill Ranch for a large family and friends gathering.
Owner's Response: Hey, thanks for the nice review! Glad you enjoyed the place. I think I'd also choose hanging out by the pool in the shaded pavilion area over crawling through 11 miles of muddy obstacles! :-) Hope you'll join us again next year.
business
Hill Country Ranch Retreat with creek, pool, hot tub & tennis court
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p241961
Dripping Springs Texas Hill Country
Guest Comment Entered by Owner
0

Great Vacation Place

Submitted: September 20, 2012 Stayed: July 2012
Entry from on-site guest book: "Great vacation place. Close enough to town to get what you need, but far enough away to be on your own. Don't have to worry about neighbors disturbing you or you disturbing them. Everything you need is supplied and some things you would never think about. So much to do here or you can find something close by. Great week."
business
Hill Country Ranch Retreat with creek, pool, hot tub & tennis court
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p241961
Dripping Springs Texas Hill Country
Guest Comment Entered by Owner
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Third Time at this Texas Paradise

Submitted: September 20, 2012 Stayed: June 2012
Entry from on-site guest book: "Our third time and we love it even more. Our 8 adults and 7 children (ages 3 - 12) makes maximum use of the facilities and fill up the house. The first thing our grandchildren said is that we needed to buy the ranch! The response - 'Then it wouldn't be special' didn't fly with them. Everybody hopes to make it 4 years in a row! Hope we can make it work again! Thanks for all that everyone does to enable us to enjoy this Texas Paradise!
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