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Deer Ridge Cottage | Pet Friendly Country Property

Family-friendly vacation home in Fredericksburg

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Smart TV
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Smart TV
Terrace/patio
Deer Ridge Cottage | Pet Friendly Country Property provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4775 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

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

Deer Ridge Cottage | Pet Friendly Country Property

This wonderful cottage is located on a hill in Cain City just a few miles from Fredericksburg. Cain City was once a thriving community. The railroad went right through the city and at that time Cain City was divided into numerous city lots, which had both homes and businesses including a bank. The owners of Deer Ridge Cottage offer the history of Cain City along with a map of how things used to look. They offer an interesting view of days gone by.

Deer Ridge Cottage sits on a hill that has wonderful views of the countryside and Fredericksburg. The front porch has comfy seating to enjoy these awesome views. You may want to have your camera ready to take photos of the deer scurrying about and the many birds attracted to the feeder on the porch year round.

The decorating in this cottage is elegant country with stained concrete floors and faux painted walls. Your hosts have created the cottage with warmth and comfort in mind for your stay. The décor offers some wonderful antiques. Inside is an open living room, dining room and fully equipped kitchen. The living room has a sofa with queen sleeper and rocker placed to enjoy the Satellite television. A table for four sits in front of a window to relish those wonderful outdoor views. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need for your stay. The bedroom has a king bed and the bath has a shower.

The cottage backs up to a cut in the hill, which is not a safe area for guests to climb, but there is plenty of room in front of the cottage to frolic and play or to relax and take a nap on the hammock. The roads in Cain City are also great areas for bicycling and walking. ** Pet friendly for a small additional fee**

The home is pet friendly and will accept up to two dogs. However, there is a pet fee of $27/dog/night. Due to the fact that HomeAway/VRBO does not allow us to charge for more than one dog at the time of booking, please let us know if you will be bringing more than one dog, so that we can make sure that you are charged the correct amount. If you bring more than one dog and do not let us know, you will be charged accordingly. Furthermore, please bring crates for your dogs and crate them in your absence from the house, do not allow the dogs on furniture or beds, and pick up and properly dispose of their waste. If these rules are not followed, there will be an additional $200 charge added to your reservation.

Please Note: You are renting a cabin in the Hill Country which means you may encounter wildlife (Snakes, Deer, Racoons, ETC). Please be aware of your surroundings, and take caution while driving at night. You may also encounter the various bugs, spiders, scorpions and mice that live in the country AND sometimes do make their way inside. All properties do utilize pest control services on a regular basis BUT this does not guarantee no pests or bugs will be visible.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 775 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

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About the neighborhood

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Fredricksburg, TX

What's nearby

  • Barons Creek Vineyards - 9 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Wildseed Farms - 11 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • National Museum of the Pacific War - 14 min drive - 8.2 miles
  • Grape Creek Vineyards - 15 min drive - 10.0 miles
  • Fredericksburg Theater Company - 15 min drive - 8.4 miles

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Chik-fil-A - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Luckenbach Texas and Dance Hall - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Deer Ridge Cottage | Pet Friendly Country Property pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Deer Ridge Cottage | Pet Friendly Country Property?

As of Nov 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Deer Ridge Cottage | Pet Friendly Country Property on Nov 5, 2025 start from $117.72, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Deer Ridge Cottage | Pet Friendly Country Property?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Deer Ridge Cottage | Pet Friendly Country Property?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Deer Ridge Cottage | Pet Friendly Country Property located?

This family-friendly Fredericksburg vacation home is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Safari Winery, Barons Creek Vineyards and Altstadt Brewery. Wildseed Farms and Six Shooter Cellars are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Deer Ridge Cottage | Pet Friendly Country Property Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 136 out of 143 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 143 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 143 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 143 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 143 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sherry V.

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

Well maintained property with beautiful views

The property was clean and well stocked. Great location with beautiful views. The host even supplied dog treats, toys, beds and bowls. We especially enjoyed mornings on the back patio and evenings on the front porch watching the deer. Highly recommend if you are visiting the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James M.

5

Excellent
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10/10 Excellent

Wavey M.

Hill country stay

Comfortable, peaceful, charming, warm, country welcome. Wildlife and views from the front porch swing.
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10/10 Excellent

Shirley V.

Deer Ridge Cottage

This was one of the most beautiful places we have ever stayed. The house was so clean and so well stocked. It is hard to find houses that are pet friendly. This listing went over the top to welcome our fur babies🐾. The view was breathtaking. We will definitely return to this location again.
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10/10 Excellent

Emberly H.

Beautiful property

This property is beautiful, peaceful, and exactly what we needed. We loved watching the deer in the morning as we drank our coffee and enjoying the quiet of nature. We will definitely stay here again.
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Excellent cozy cottage!!

This is the 2nd time we stayed at Deer Ridge Cottage and it did not disappoint! We will definitely be back again.
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10/10 Excellent

Sari P.

Loved our stay at Deer Ridge Cottage

We loved the cottage's country charm. The views were beautiful and it allowed us to have a mental reset. Time away in the hill country was just what we needed after a very chaotic year. I would definitely recommend this place.
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10/10 Excellent

Randy Z.

Favorite Get-away

We love that the Gibson family shares this little piece of paradise with us! It's our favorite Fred-Get-Away!
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10/10 Excellent

Pamela J.

Absolutely perfect!

Perfection! Everything was absolutely perfect!

10/10 Excellent

James W.

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

Perfect getaway

This cottage is in a perfect place - you can see the lights of Fredericksburg at night and deer during the day. It is cozy with a well stocked kitchen. Cutely decorated for Valentine's Day while we were there! Lots of extra's that made our stay perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Randy Z.

Deer Ridge

This is our favorite place to stay. It's quiet and perfect for our time in Fredericksburg. Actually is our dream "getaway home". Love the cleanliness and all the little extras that the Gibson's leave.
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8/10 Good

Elaine L.

Relaxing Get-away

Loved sitting out on front porch with a drink in hand watching the sunset. Plan on returning during fall season.
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10/10 Excellent

Jason F., Pearland, TX

Perfect

We've stayed at Deer Ridge several times and the house is always very clean and the owners have thought of everything. The location is centrally located to some of our favorite places to visit yet it is secluded with an awesome view of the hill country. This is by far our favorite place to stay in the Fredericksburg area and we'll be back again for sure.
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10/10 Excellent

Randy Z.

A slice of heaven

We have finally found our getaway place. After staying at other homes and hotels for several years we feel that Deer Ridge is our "go-to". It's charming and homey let alone the breath taking views of the hill country. We'll definitely be back.

10/10 Excellent

tim k., Texas

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

Outstanding!

Perfect for a couple. Very well maintained. Great view. Outside of town 7 miles. First class
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

shirley N.

5

I had a wonderful time - as always. This is my favorite vacation home. I hope to spend many more happy days there. Thank you for the opportunity.
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10/10 Excellent

Lana F.

Great Secluded Cottage in Convenient Location

We enjoyed our stay at Deer Ridge Cottage for our 25th wedding anniversary. The location is convenient to many area locations we like to visit and the house itself was clean and stocked with everything we needed (and some things we didn't know we needed). Having a washer and dryer was nice and allowed us to come home with clean clothes for a change. We highly recommend Deer Ridge and will definitely be back again.
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10/10 Excellent

Ken J.

5

Enjoyed the beautiful view and the deer
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10/10 Excellent

Ken J.

5

Lovely cottage and setting. Very comfortable. Enjoyed the wildlife. My only suggestion would be a reading lamp in the living area.
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn O.

This was a beautiful

This was a beautiful property which made me want to stay longer. We never had to hunt for anything or go out & buy anything other than things to make for dinner or lunch if we didn't want to eat out, & the kitchen was fully stocked for us to do so. The bed was incredibly comfortable, the views were great, the wildlife friendly. I will be coming back to this property again.
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10/10 Excellent

James G.

Perfect Vacation

We have been renting cabins and houses in Fredericksburg and also Wimberly for 35 years and we now have a new favorite in Deer Ridge Cottage. It's a perfect location with very nice views and privacy. The cottage was spotlessly clean, had anything you could possibly need and was very tastefully decorated for the fall. I appreciated how they had even taken the time to label each light/electrical switch. We will be returning for sure! Jim

10/10 Excellent

Cam

Liked: Amenities
Great little hideaway for two, just 5 min from Luckenbach and a handful of wineries. Loved sitting on the patio overlooking The Valley for morning coffees and evening wines. Only annoyance was the fact that you have to go into Fredericksburg to pick up the key and again to drop it off. Seems like a realtor-style lockbox at the property would do the job just fine!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Couldn’t Ask For More!

This is one of the best VRBOs we’ve stayed in! A perfectly quiet location, awesome views, lots of thoughtful amenities, very comfortable bed, full kitchen, and a fabulous porch which we would have loved to use but too windy and cold for our stay. We came for the Christmas lights in Fredericksburg and Johnson City, so did one each night. They’ve thought if everything here...even a whole basket of toys, dishes, and a bed for your pooch! You pick up the key in town. We will return!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
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10/10 Excellent

shirley N.

Deer Ridge is a Dear!

We have been staying in Fredericksburg for many years. We have rented many, many cottages. Deer Ridge is the best we have ever seen. We have stayed there for several years with great joy. It is the best equipped of all the cottages we have ever rented. Beyond that, the view is spectacular, the property is immaculate, and the wildlife is endearing. This time we had reserved Deer Ridge for our Blue Bonnet trip in April. We had to postpone because it was not renting due to the virus lockdown. It was hard to wait several months, but it was worth it.
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10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

Awesome Deer Ridge Cottage

This is by far the best B&B we have visited. The cabin was clean and immaculate. Everything you possible would need during your stay was already there. Even simple things like first aid kit, band aids, and neosporin. Twist ties, rubber bands, and flashlight . Fully equipped kitchen and appliances. Very nice cabin, decorated beautifully and up to date furnishings. Deck goes all the way around the house. A swing and 2 rocking chairs on the front deck to enjoy the view from the front which is fantastic. You can see for miles. Even planted grass around the cabin. Yes actual grass. You can't wrong at Deer Creek. We will definitely return.