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Quiet country life 10 minutes to New Braunfels or San Marcos

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Nestled in the heart of Texas Hill Country, Joy's Country Cabin offers a tranquil retreat amidst rolling hills and small farms. The large front porch and garden area are perfect for unwinding while taking in the views of the cottage garden and small pond frequented by wildlife. With a fully equipped kitchen, satellite TV, charcoal grill, utility room with washer and dryer you'll feel right at home.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 9111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Dryer

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Quiet country life 10 minutes to New Braunfels or San Marcos

Joy's Country Cabin is located in the beautiful rolling hills, on the southern edge of the Texas Hill Country. We are just 10 minutes to either New Braunfels, San Marcos or Seguin and about 35 minutes to San Antonio or Austin. The house overlooks a cottage garden and a small pond frequented by wildlife. The setting is one of rolling hils and small farms - a tranquil, peaceful spot - yet it's only minutes from shopping, restaurants and local attractions. It's a great place to vacation, honeymoon, or get away. The large front porch and garden area is the ideal place to relax and unwind. A charcoal grill is also provided for those who enjoy outdoor cooking.

The living room is a circa 1850's log cabin which has been lovingly restored. The remainder of the house is newly built using old materials, giving the home a charming, rustic feel. It is furnished and decorated with country antiques, patchwork quilts and 'Texas treasures.' The large kitchen, dining, living area is big enough for your family to gather together. The kitchen is fully equipped with full size appliances, pots and pans, dishes, and utensils. The home has 3 bedrooms. The master bedroom has a queen bed. The second bedroom has two double beds and the third bedroom has a twin bed. There is also a futon in the living room.
The house has all the charm that only a log cabin can have combined with accommodations of the 21st century. It has central heating and air conditioning, satellite TV and a utility room with washer and dryer. So come visit and experience all that our country home has to offer.

Also on the same 60-acre property we have just furnished the 100-year old Farmhouse for a vacation rental. It is located on top of a hill and from there are fantastic views of the countryside. It has similar amenities as Joy's Country Cabin and is roomier so it can more easily accommodate larger groups. Call or email to ask about either The Cabin or The Farmhouse.

Keywords: New Braunfels house, San Marcos house, Seguin house, country house, log cabin

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: crated when left alone; maximum of 2 pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Quiet country life 10 minutes to New Braunfels or San Marcos

About the neighborhood

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Kingsbury, TX

What's nearby

  • Copperas Cove Public Library - 4 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Windmill Farm Winery - 5 min drive - 8.6 km
  • San Marcos River - 10 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Guadalupe River - 11 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Lake Dunlap - 11 min drive - 17.6 km

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grain Bin Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Blue Lotus Winery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Barbarosa Trough - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Navarro Concession Stand - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fullmoon Saloon - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet country life 10 minutes to New Braunfels or San Marcos pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Quiet country life 10 minutes to New Braunfels or San Marcos ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet country life 10 minutes to New Braunfels or San Marcos ?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Quiet country life 10 minutes to New Braunfels or San Marcos located?

Situated on a lake, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Copperas Cove Public Library, Windmill Farm Winery, and Texas Agriculture Education and Heritage Center. Silva Park and Lake Dunlap are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Quiet country life 10 minutes to New Braunfels or San Marcos Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 111 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 111 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wendy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great quite place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tarah B.

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

Wonderful place to stay!!

Love staying here.. very quiet and peaceful place close to all attractions!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, quiet and comfortable. A/C worked well. Owners friendly and helpful. Great place for family to gather.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a very nice quiet stay in the country. Loved the old antiques in the log cabin. Joy was fantastic to work wit. If you arent a fancy person and like the peacefulness of country but close to the city this place is for you.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivi R.

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

Cute

Was close to where our party was beautiful property
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael m.

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

Little house on the prairie

We value quiet and this place was it. Surrounded by grassland with grazing cattle we especially enjoyed relaxing on the porch watching the sun rise and the stars coming out at night. Weather was hot but AC kept us nice and comfy. Beds were comfortable. Convenient to Seguin. Met the owners and they were super nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candace B.

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

Weekend getaway

Cute and cozy cabin with a great sunset view! Cabin was very clean and convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly H.

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

What a great place!

In town to visit grands over spring break. Cottage provided great place to enjoy our visit!
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Hidden gem

We had such a wonderful stay! The check in was very easy and the property is beautifully maintained. Private and clean with 4 very comfortable beds. Joy was wonderfully accommodating and we will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Amazing country paradise

My family and I were able to unwind in this beautiful and historic cabin! Will book again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Fantastic Experience!

Beautiful house and amazing host. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jamie J.

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

Fun and relaxing weekend

Loved the property. Good location for family events like floating the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad R.

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

Love Joy’s cabin

Perfect for what we needed. Good value, clean, perfect for Giranimo Oaks visitors. We would stay again for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Starla L.

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

Cute place tucked out of the way.

All was as described and it was a very easy check in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Derrick J.

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

Perfect location for the wedding at Harper Hill Ranch

It was great being just a few miles from the wedding location. It's nice, quiet, and relaxing on the front porch, and the place is very well managed. The place is clean and neat, and I will use it again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya M.

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

Family visit

We had a very nice stay. There is a lot of character with this little cabin. The owner is very helpful. We were very close to anything we were doing and the best part we were close to family we were visiting in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Amenities
This house is fantastic. Old and rustic but remodeled inside. Everything was perfect for our needs. Friendly hosts who were more than accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maricris P.

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

Away from hustle and bustle of the city

We stayed there for 3 days with my family and friends. The place is quiet and peaceful. A good place to stay when you want to to have a break from the city. The owners are very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh K.

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

Very nice

Cabin is very nice. All was as advertised. Very enjoyable weekend for our group.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin S.

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

Scenic and Rustic

We really enjoyed the mid 1800's style cabin with modern amenities. We even got to see deer. It's was quiet and the morning view from the front porch was wonderful. I highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeri B.

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

Cabin Getaway!

Extremely easy to communicate with Joy, I loved this little cabin and the homey feel it gives! Clean and loved the rustic style! Just right outside of town so you have peaceful evenings out on the porch. Everything was great and will definitely be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim & Nancy R.

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

Texas Stay

We stayed at Joy’s Cabin for several days during our trip back from Arizona to Pennsylvania. A beautiful quiet location in the country yet near to San Antonio and Gruene where we wanted to spend some time. Joy and Sherman were great hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

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

Adorable log cabin

Very adorable place. Had everything we needed except the food. Peaceful area and the stars at night were absolutely amazing! It was about a 20 min drive to go tube the guatalupe river but no big deal at all really.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

pam m.

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

A taste of rural Texas close to cultural gems - Austin and San Antonio

The cabin, beautifully restored and expanded by Sherman and tastefully decorated with antiques by Joy was fun and comfotable to stay in. Nice view of the farm pond and fields from the porch. Several state parks, downtown San Antonio and Austin all within an hour's drive. Lots of interesting things to see and do in the area.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry K.

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

Pleasant and peaceful

It was very nice and much needed away from the “city”. It gave us the rejuvenation that was needed after a very trying time in our lives. Thank you very much!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023