Inspiration Hill | Fredericksburg Vacation Rental

Contemporary Hill Country describes this unique house, tucked into the hillside with a spectacular view across to Fredericksburg, six miles away. No wonder Charlie Cain, an investor in the San Antonio-Fredericksburg railroad, gave this location its special name back in 1914. The property – 10 acres of Inspiration Hill – was in fact the inspiration for the house’s its extraordinary design and personality. 

Stucco exterior and standing-seam metal roof hold the cool in summer and warmth in winter. Inside, a stunning mix of modern, international antique, color and texture mix comfortably. Rock terracing and private outdoor shower lure visitors outside. Inside, full-length glass doors and oversized windows bring in the dazzling views day and night. Simple and uncluttered, the furnishings create a harmonious effect. Luscious bed linens, colors to luxuriate in – both warm and cool – chosen to bring the Hill Country indoors. There are three distinctive bedrooms and full baths, a king and two doubles, a single sofa bed in the upstairs den, and a large fold-out queen in the main living room. 

First, a tapestry inspired master suite (king bed) with antique Mexican mesquite doors open onto the screen porch with fireplace. A leather chaise is great to lounge with a book or after a bath. Adjoining master bath has a river rock shower and Jacuzzi-spa. Back door and porch lead to  an outdoor shower for a moonlight experience – or a cooling relief from a hot summer day. Second, a corner bedroom (double bed) with Indian silks and velvets, and Asian antiques make this a hideaway for relaxation. This room’s bath is dark red with red granite countertop. Third, an upstairs bedroom (double bed) with a romantic canopy bed and flowing white curtain surrounds. This bedroom has windows on opposite sides and you can open them for a cross-breeze and moonlit sleep. Its bath has tile, rosewood granite, and a glass-enclosed oversized shower. Please note that pricing is by the bedroom/bath. Each bedroom used will result in an increased rate. 

All bedrooms have TVs with satellite connections, sports package and Netflix, HBO and Showtime. The house has high-speed wireless internet connections. Sit on the screened porch with your computer and talk to the office – or not! 

The kitchen is fully-equipped for those with Cordon Bleu aspirations, granite-topped island for watching the chef while having a glass of wine, and the dining room seats 10 with an 8-foot table and 10-foot sideboard. The living room with its extraordinary views of the valley opens onto a screened porch with a gas-log fireplace, and is a favorite spot to sip a cocktail and watch the sun slip away.

The famous town of Luckenbach, with its dancehall and post office is just 4 miles down the road. 

Enjoy your stay. We hope it inspires you as it does its owners and its award-winning designer and builder.

LOCATION- 6 miles east of Fredericksburg

HOST- Home to yourself. No host on the property.

SLEEPS- Up to 9; King bed in Master bedroom, Double bed in the second downstairs bedroom, Double bed in the upstairs bedroom, Queen sleeper sofa in the living room, Single sleeper sofa upstairs

BATHROOMS- 3 total; Master bathroom has a river rock shower and separate whirlpool tub, second downstairs bathroom has a walk-in shower, upstairs bathroom features a walk-in shower

KITCHEN- Fully-equipped kitchen

BREAKFAST- No breakfast but coffees and teas are left for your stay.

AMENITIES- Whirlpool tub, outdoor shower, screened porch with a gas-log fireplace and large wooden dining table, awesome views, satellite television, WiFi, 10 acres to explore

WIFI- Yes

PETS- No

SMOKING- Outside only

CHILDREN- 12+

INFANTS- No

Fireworks, outdoor fires, all-terrain vehicles, hunting- No

$295.00*/1-2 people/night (1 bedroom) (Please call to book at this rate)

$350.00*/3-4 people/night (2 bedrooms)

$50.00*/each extra person/night

*13% tax

TWO NIGHT MINIMUM ALWAYS