The Outpost Vacation Cabin Fredericksburg TX Pet Friendly Hot Tub Near Enchanted Rock

JAN. & FEB. 10% OFF DISCOUNT CODE: COUPTOP2026
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YEAR-ROUND DISCOUNTS:

WE OFFER A WEEKLY DISCOUNT (7 nights +) of 5% OFF
WE OFFER A MONTHLY DISCOUNT (30 nights) of 6% OFF

SUMMARY:

Sleeps 8 -- can sleep 12 if you pay the $50 a night RV rental fee – we have power, water & sewage RV hookups!

If you`re looking for a Texas hill country vacation rental home that offers true peace and quiet, then look no further than The Outpost. Our unique limestone and log cabin with hot tub is constructed from various military, historical, and first-responder buildings from all across Texas, and is only 14 miles away from the heart of downtown and only 8 miles from Enchanted Rock State Park. Fredericksburg, Texas has it all - shopping, winery tours, brewery tours, distillery tours, farm fresh produce, peach orchards, stargazing, museums, golfing, fishing, hiking, bicycling, rock climbing, and so much more. If you or your family members are in the Military, a Veteran, or a First Responder, then The Outpost is the perfect place for respite care for you and your families. If you are not, then The Outpost is a great place to hold, touch, and explore thousands of artifacts to learn more about the lives of our Soldiers & First Responders. We are also a great place for snowbirds and we offer discounts for long stays! Nestled 2,100 feet high on a private hilltop, these 15 secluded acres are here for you, your family, and your dogs to explore (please note cats are not allowed). Total square feet of living space is cabin: 1,462 sq. ft.; covered porches: 496 sq. ft.; and covered barn: 324 sq. ft. The owners do not live on-site, and you do not have any close neighbors. A perfect placing for glamping! Why stay at a hotel when you can have privacy?

The Outpost also has an RV Campsite for guest overflow & an EV Charging Station. Please contact STRACT HQ, 832-375-5411, to make the appropriate RV arrangements before reserving. Thank you!

DETAILED:

Outside Description:

We have huge large front and back porches with plenty of space. Each porch has 2 large rocking chairs, a barrel table to rest your items, outdoor sockets, 96 feet of string lights for each porch, spotlights, and porch lights. The back porch has a large dining table and a large lounging couch. There are outdoor blankets in the footlocker on the porch for chilly nights. The 6-person hot tub and the 15’ fire pit are to the left of the back porch, & we stock firewood for you to use. The fire pit has a wood rack, ash bucket, long fire pit forks, 8 polywood Adirondack chairs, plus more spare chairs at the barn, plus plenty of log stumps to sit around the fire pit and make s’mores, roast hot dogs, or have plenty of cocktails. There is also a picnic area to the north that is nearly completed. The area’s roadways and trails are ideal for walking, biking, hiking, ideal for UTV/ ATVs, both on and off the property (Keese Rd. is perfect for a long UTV tour). Because of the open land, there is a great biodiversity throughout the area. We are also super-dog friendly!

Stargazing, Celestial Events, & Astronomy:

The Outpost sits at an elevation of 2,100 feet and there is no light pollution or visual blockage - ideal for stargazers! It provides for a crystal-clear observation of the heavens and is perfect for watching all manner of celestial events such as a solar eclipse, meteor showers, lunar events, galaxy positions, planetary events, constellations, conjunctions, the Milky Way, and much, much more. We also provide a Celestron Travel Scope 60 Telescope and many astronomical books in our library.

Agritourism:

The Outpost is a great place to experience agritourism. We have a diversity of wildlife, including deer, coyotes, foxes, racoons, porcupines, armadillos, wild turkey, eagles, hawks, owls, hummingbirds, many other bird species, many species of insects and arthropods, a huge diversity of plants, flowers, and cacti, and so much more. There are numerous observation spots throughout the property, so you can get a close-up view of the animals. In the fall, we host an annual monarch butterfly migration. Hundreds of thousands of monarchs stop at our property to refuel on their journey to Mexico. Also in the fall, we have an annual Angus cattle grazing. The cattle help to maintain the health of the ecosystem by providing nutrients for the soil. We also planted some peaches and experimental vines.

Here are some additional details:

- The observation spots are in areas where the animals are most active near feeding areas including the back porch.
- The monarch butterfly migration is a spectacular event that is sure to amaze visitors of all ages. Please research first as environmental conditions may cause increases or decreases in populations and flowers.
- The diversity of plants, flowers, and cacti on the property is a feast for the eyes.
- The annual Angus cattle grazing is a unique opportunity to see these animals up close.
- The hummingbirds surround the cabin during spring & summer seasons.
- Listen to the coyotes’ howl and owls hoot during nightfall and daybreak.
...And so much more!

Inside Description:

With almost 2,330 covered square feet (includes the cabin, porches, and the barn), The Outpost sleeps 8 with 1 California king bedroom, 1 queen bedroom, 1 pullout full bed, and 2 rollaway cots. We have 2 full baths, and the guest restroom has a bathtub. All restrooms and baths are equipped with ADA grab bars. Each room has extra linen, luggage racks, floor fans, space heaters, ceiling fans, smoke detectors, satellite TV, and are WIFI enabled along with a WIFI booster. Our full kitchen has a large granite island, a dishwasher, a farmhouse sink, a five-burner gas stove/ oven, a microwave, toaster oven, wine fridge, and a bread toaster. We provide all of the dishes, pots, pans, cooking utensils, cups, and all appliances. The large double-door refrigerator has an icemaker and a filtered water dispenser inside the refrigerator. Don`t feel like cooking? We have a partnership with Chef Leo Aguirre -- look in the amenities for more information. The living area has a wood-burning fireplace for winter-time snuggling. A full washer & dryer, ironing board, iron, clothing steamer, and hangers are all provided. The restrooms are fully stocked with bathing towels, make-up towels, hairdryers, and toiletries.

Traditions:

1. Patch Wall – leave a patch on our board.
2. Pins – punch your rank, insignia, or pins into the cabin.
3.Challenge Coin – leave a coin and take one of The Outpost coins.
4. Guidon – post The Outpost`s guidon outside the cabin.
5. Shoefiti – leave your boots and we`ll string them up.
6. Delta Dawgs - send us a pic of your canine family members.
7. Uniform – leave hanging in the master closet.

The Barn:

A 330 square foot covered barn is available for your use (the interior is for housekeeping and maintenance). Comes with a nice exterior elevated concrete slab, fenced in, with a large outdoor TV, nighttime overhead lighting, large propane grill, a portable grill table, a large foldable table, plenty of extra chairs, beer ice-tin, grilling spices, and grilling utensils. The view to the north from the barn is picturesque! Don`t feel like driving? We have a partnership with Fredericksburg Texas Wine Tours -- look in the amenities for more information.

Working Remotely?

For you digital nomands, we are perfect for working remotely! We have a small private office (with a murphy door) at The Outpost where you can work! Here’s what we have available:

- Desk, chair, laptop prop, mouse, pens, paper, & supplies all included
- High-speed satellite Wi-Fi through ViaSat with buy-up options if you need more data
- Dell docking station for your laptop. You can plug in your equipment directly if the Dell docking station is not compatible
- TV in the office
- Dual or triple screen options. The TV serves as the third monitor if you need it
- PIXMA TS3522 Canon wireless color scanner & printer. The printer is also connected by a cable to the Dell docking station

For Your Children & Your Dogs:

We have four children, so we know you need some activities to keep them busy. We provide the following to make your vacation a little easier: An inflatable pool in the barrel on the back porch, a fan sprinkler to jump through, a bathtub, sketch pad, colored pencils, eraser & sharpener, high-chair, portable pack-n-play playard, baby bath, kids DVD`s, board games, and a Nintendo Wii with plenty of games. Also, The Outpost has hidden rooms, trap doors, secret treasures, clever riddles, geocache, & many puzzles -- who knows what might be discovered?

And in consultation with Dogologie off Main Street in downtown Fredericksburg, we are pleased to offer the following goodies for your furry family members (please note cats are not allowed): 2 dogs any size and breed are welcome -- additional dogs will require approval, an entire guest room dedicated to military & first responder dogs, fully fenced with an additional 2 – 4 ft. high metal panel, 15 acres for walks on-site; unlimited off-site, nearby Crabapple Creek for cooling off (about 1.5 miles away, near RR 965), regular flea & tick lawn spraying, dog sleeping blankets, gray dog drying towels, large elevated portable dog bed, dog waste station with bags & scooper at the barn, 3 different size steel water bowls, 4 water hose stations, super large shaded front & back porches to escape the sun, extra-large and small collapsible crates in the master closet, and dog treats in the kitchen – yay, dogs love The Outpost!

Free Goodies Just For You:

Coffee (ground & whole bean, Huila & Tolima Regions, Columbia), creamer, sugar
Dog biscuits
Firepit color packs
Firewood
Holiday candies
Honey
Movie candy
Popcorn
Seasonal items for holidays
S’mores kit 2 per person
Spices
Tea bags
Water (bottled or filtered - the filtered water is from inside the fridge)
Wine 1 bottle per stay (You must be 21 years or older to consume alcohol on the premises).
...and much more!

Cette cabane offre de nombreuses prestations comme un bain à remous, des barbecues et un jardin. Très pratique pour les familles, cette cabane offre également une laverie, un distributeur d'eau et un service local de livraison de repas. La réception est ouverte 24h/24.

Cette cabane de Fredericksburg met à la disposition des clients des zones fumeurs.