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The Cowboy Retreat

Lockhart vacation home with kitchen

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
Terrace/patio
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Lockhart, TX
  • Place, Caldwell County Museum
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Gaslight Baker Theatre
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Caldwell County Courthouse
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Lockhart

In Lockhart .You'll be within 16 miles (25 km) of San Marcos River and 20 miles (32 km) of John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park. Bobcat Stadium and Rio Vista Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).
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What's nearby

  • Caldwell County Museum - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Gaslight Baker Theatre - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Dr. Eugene Clark Library - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Caldwell County Courthouse - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • University of Texas at Austin - 33 min drive - 41.8 miles

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 26 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Wendy’s - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

The Cowboy Retreat

The cowboy retreat is a perfect blend of modern comfort and cowboy charm. Conveniently located just minutes away from Lockhart's historic downtown, you'll find yourself in the heart of BBQ country, surrounded by the vibrant culture and history of the city. Relax in the spacious living areas, prepare meals in the fully-equipped kitchen, and unwind in the cozy bedrooms. Whether you're here for a weekend getaway or an extended stay, this home offers everything you need for a memorable experience.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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: 15
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Cowboy Retreat to the airport?

This vacation home is 28.7 mi (34-min drive) away from the Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cowboy Retreat?

As of Apr 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cowboy Retreat on Apr 7, 2026 start from $367, including 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.

Does The Cowboy Retreat have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does The Cowboy Retreat offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Cowboy Retreat?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

Is there free parking at The Cowboy Retreat?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Cowboy Retreat have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Cowboy Retreat have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Cowboy Retreat to downtown Lockhart?

This vacation home is 0.8 mi away from Lockhart.

The Cowboy Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 19 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennyfer R.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was sooo cozy and beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Loren Ashley D.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

brandy r.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ondrea M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing! I couldn't think of something negative to say if I tried. Check in/check out was a breeze, the house was immaculate and full of thoughtful and adorable details. The host is very generous and super easy to communicate with. The entire stay was perfect and we will be back, I'm sure of it!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean rooms and beautiful house. Hosts were amazing and made our stay special. Only recommendation I have is to add televisions in the bedrooms. Enjoyed our time there!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay. Cute, clean, comfy, and nice touches throughout.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The host was incredibly accommodating of our trip and the house was so stinking cute! We loved our time at the cowboy house!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
House was perfect, clean, and spacious! Close to all the main BBQ spots in town!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toni W.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a very clean, comfortable and spacious home that is beautifully decorated. The outdoor patio area was nice although we didn’t have time to enjoy it. Our host, Norma, was pleasant and check-in and check-out were super easy. We would definitely stay again when we are in the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ansel R.

Liked: Cleanliness
The place was beautiful through and through and so comfortable. Being in the middle of town it was perfect for our visit and was definitely a pleasure. The amenities, decor, etc., were all very well done. And our host was extremely kind, so we definitely appreciate her for being so accessible. If available in the future we’ll definitely be back! 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great new build. Very clean and comfortable. Beautifully decorated. Owners are very nice and accommodating. We were in the area for funeral services and the location was convenient and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Derrick

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We live in North Texas and my family and I are headed to Port Aransas for the week. We figured a couple of days before the trip to get a head start and get closer to the coast that way there wasn’t as much driving. We looked at the map and found Lockhart, just outside of Austin and only a few hours away from Port A. I figured we could enjoy a small town for an afternoon and enjoy the famous Blacks Barbecue. So we start looking for hotels in the area and none really fit what we were looking for as far as accommodations. We found the “COWBOY RETREAT” available in Lockhart. Looking at the pictures, the property looked very new and really nice on the inside. Good thing bc you were gonna have to hunker down there for the night with no sleep bc you would be up all night defending your property and yourself. We make our trek and finally get to Lockhart, looking forward to getting our stuff in the house then heading out for barbecue. We make our way to the property and it was getting worse with every turn. First turn, Several men were riding bikes crusading the streets wearing back packs like their slinging dope. Then when we made another turn there is a home that says caution explosives inside spray painted on the side. People were on their porches and drives starring like we were fresh meat. All the homes for several blocks are ran down and we circled twice, said hell no, we aren’t risking our kids safety or property. Please do not be scammed like us. WE WANT A REFUND!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cowboy retreat is awesome. Top notch
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah R.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome place to stay in Lockhart Tx

Very nice and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Stay

The house was so clean and cozy! Decorated perfectly for Lockhart, TX!! Norma, our host, left us quite a few snacks, drinks, and other items to eat during our stay. Would 10/10 recommend to a friend and will definitely be staying here next time we come to Lockhart!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theodore R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

The house was perfect with great attention to detail. Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025