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IN TOWN | Soaking Tub + Porch Life | The Bybee

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Living area
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Round Top, TX
  • Place, Copper Shade Tree
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Henkel Square Market
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, The Round Top Historical Society
    ‪8 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Round Top

With a stay at this cottage in Round Top, you'll be a 5-minute walk from Copper Shade Tree and 5 minutes by foot from Henkel Square Market. .This cottage is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from The Round Top Historical Society and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Festival Hill Concert Hall.

What's nearby

  • Copper Shade Tree - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Henkel Square Market - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • The Round Top Historical Society - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Festival Hill Concert Hall - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Sherwood Forest Faire - 42 min drive - 46.2 miles

Getting around

  • Eagle Lake, TX (ELA) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪J W's Steakhouse - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Busted Oak Cellars - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Ellis Motel - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Merrit Meat Co - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Boon & Company - ‬3 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.

IN TOWN | Soaking Tub + Porch Life | The Bybee

Summary:
The 1880's Bybee Cottage was purchased from the Bybee Foundation - an organization responsible for helping preserve German immigrant structures in Round Top. The cottage features a king bed, fully renovated bathroom with soaking tub/shower and preserved patina. The front porch includes a French bistro table and a great view of Round Top. Located in downtown Round Top and walking distance to some of our favorite local spots.

The Space:
1 King Bed | 1 Bathroom with Tub | Mini Fridge | WiFi | Sleeps 2

THE SPACE:
- King bed, dresser
- There are no blackout curtains or room darkening shades
- Smart TV (no cable)

BATHROOM
- Shower/Tub Combo + single vanity
- Shampoo, conditioner, body/hand soap, fluffy towels & hair dryer provided in bathroom

KITCHENETTE
- Coffee: K-cup machine - coffee provided + sweetener, creamer
- Microwave & Mini Fridge Provided

YARD+ FIRE PIT
- Gas Fire pit- shared with 3 other houses on the property

Guest Access:
You will have access to the entire cottage and yard spaces. Yard spaces are shared. When other units are rented, we ask that you give each other privacy and respect.

The Neighborhood:
Just steps away from the center of town.

Getting Around:
Round Top Motel is in the heart of Round Top, walking distance from local shops and restaurants. Parking is available at local establishments if you choose to drive.

Other Things to Note:
-Pre-arrival form & rental agreement: we do ask for a copy of your ID as part of our guest screening process after the reservation is confirmed. You will also be asked to sign a rental agreement.

- For liability and security purposes, there are external cameras at the front of the house. There are NO inside cameras. Hosts may monitor external cameras at any time via a smartphone app, and cameras are not to be tampered with or covered.

- When you stay with HOSTIE Vacation Rentals, you are covered for any accidents that might happen up to $3000 with the added fee of $39 in your total. Coverage details are spelled out in your rental agreement. This is applied to all bookings.

- It is possible for the other cottages on the property to be booked during your stay. If you would like to book the entire property, please send us a message!

-OPTIONAL FEES - We offer additional services that may be available for an additional fee (must be pre-approved by the host, non-refundable):
* Early Check-In - $35/hour
* Late Check-Out - $35/hour

- Concierge service available! Charcuterie Boards, dinner reservations, in-room massage, and more!

Interaction with Guests:
This property is professionally managed by HOSTIE Vacation Rentals. They will be available during your entire stay!

*This is not an actual "motel" with a front desk. This is a stand alone vacation rental with contactless check-in. HOSTIE staff will be available to assist, if you have any questions.
Make yourself comfortable in your air-conditioned cottage, which features a microwave. There's a private balcony. The bathroom has a shower and a hair dryer.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Rules

Please review our house rules: No smoking inside or out. DO NOT rearrange furniture. NO confetti or glitter allowed on the property. BAG ALL TRASH!...

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Property is also known as

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Reviews

IN TOWN | Soaking Tub + Porch Life | The Bybee Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scottcmu S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute cabin

This is a well-maintained and comfortable cabin. There is one living space and a separate bathroom, both of which are rustic but very nice. There is central a/c in the unit as well as windows that open. There is a small television, as well as a well-stocked snack/drink station. The bed was comfortable. Very well-located, walking distance to central Round Top.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler M., San Antonio, TX

Liked: Cleanliness

Rustic Charm in Round Top

Great rustic furnishings and an easy walk to everything in Round Top. Room was clean and comfortable. Good communication with host.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Roundtop 2024

Great in-town location. Close to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Round Top Getaway

A perfect stay for our romantic overnight. The Bybee was charming, impeccably maintained and showed attention to every detail from the fresh flowers, a hand-written welcome note, the water for the coffee maker, the snacks, the plush and ample towels to the sumptuous bedding and many other comfortable touches. The host made every touchpoint of our stay easy and enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Khaki L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy and Great location

We were in a perfect location for Round Top. It’s very cozy, clean and comfortable bed. A TV would be a nice addition.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Perfect location for Round Top! Super cute, clean and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness

So Cute!

This cottage was exactly what I was looking for to celebrate our anniversary weekend getaway. It was within walking distance to all the shops and eateries and the cottage was decorated so cute as well.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Will Definitely Stay Again

Cute cottage! Close, basically walking distance ri almost everything, super clean, and cute. Loved the tub!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Retirement getaway

I was looking for a cozy getaway with great dining nearby and this perfectly fit the bill.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Precious cottage

The PERFECT location for roundtop trade days! Can’t wait for next year and to hopefully stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawnea S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved our stay!!

Nicole was amazing! Property was better than described and great location! Definitely will rent this one again!! 🥰
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022