A farm retreat is a great way to sum it up. Sometimes living in the city, multitasking & having too…read moremany choices a place like Waits farm can slow you down. I found this place as I googled for B&B near where I was going to sky dive. They had a few sleeping options but we opted for the cottage a 1 bedroom cottage that sleeps 6 comfortably has a wooden patio with seating, AC, a cable TV, bathroom & mini fridge & micro. Clayton, the owner, gave me tour & as I walked the farm I couldn't help but be overwhelmed with the smells & it wasn't manure!! The roses, herbs & other flowers, amazing how many times I stopped to; "literally smell the roses". As I toured what stood out was the meditation labyrinth, the drum circle room, the party barn & the tree houses. These folks have thought of everything! Have kids? Well they will love the animals, treehouses & swings. Love nature? You'll love the vegetable garden, flowers & thoughtful sitting areas. Are you a hippy? Then you'll love the meditation labyrinth, drum room or fire pit. Maybe your a big family or want to have an event? They have an awesome room they call the party barn with pool table, shuffle board, full bar, kitchen & thoughtful decor. Enough of my stereotyping but you get the point, they have a variety of activities to suit almost anyone. We were planning to go to the nearby state park but after settling in & seeing what the farm had to offer- we didn't need to move. Probably more amazing then the surroundings & thoughtful activities are the owners themselves. Marsha is a talented artist & Clayton a sort of renaissance man himself were very welcoming. We struck conversations right away & within a hour or two were invited to join them & another couple staying on the farm for dinner. It's so refreshing to get to know humans that reach out to others, people that don't make you feel like strangers. If you are close or even if your not & desire a retreat from the norm both scenically & socially, try Waits farm retreat. I think you'll be happy you gave it a try.

My roommate found this place online and thought it would be fun. Coming from someone who was born…read moreand raised in the city I was a little reluctant to spend 5 days in the country and on a farm none the less. I could not have been happier! This place was so unbelievably peaceful and serene and the owners Clayton and Marsha were absolutely amazing and now have become part of our little family! They were very welcoming and it didn't take long for us to invite them to hang out and spend time with us. Two of the best people I've met, the grounds were beautiful, the cottage was adorable, just what I needed to relax and get my mind off my hectic city life. We all have decided to now make this a yearly trip and we can't wait to go back! Thanks again Clayton and Marsha for sharing your home and life with 6 dysfunctional strangers....Love ya!!!! P.S. get them to make you a real homecooked breakfast, totally worth the extra money!!!!!

This hotel is unbelievable! It has been completely renovated; however, the owners kept the…read moreintegrity of the historic building at the same time. Kathy is incredible and the heart of the hotel. They have bands, dj's, theme nights, a mahjongg, canasta, card room, which is great for all players. The food is beyond... the Sunday brunch, you do not want to miss. Let's talk about the linens in the rooms! Talk an about, high-end, luxurious and soft! The town is precious, the people are warm and inviting and it's 10 minutes from Round Top. I booked the hotel for my 60th birthday in August with 12 women. So excited!!! Beth and Bryan thank you for renovating this jewel in the heart of Texas and sharing its history, luxury and fine food with all Texans! Y'all come down to Texas and enjoy this amazing boutique hotel.

We went to the wine bar for dinner (did not stay at the hotel). The food was excellent, everyone…read morewas so friendly and helpful. We will definitely be returning.

A hidden retro gem in Brenham, TX. This place offers cozy, clean, and comfortable rooms. I loved…read morehow small and intimate it felt, and especially loved the outdoor area which is complete with tables, string lights, and outdoor games. The owners have really transformed the building from its former self (if you're curious about what it used to look like, you can still see some of the old construction). Prepare to be amazed!

This motel is just wonderful! The owners are friendly and helpful with suggestions for the local…read moreand surrounding areas having been a part of the community for years. The rooms are small but comfortable. Breakfast is fresh fruit, eggs, yogurts... Very cool outdoor patio area. I will definitely stay here again!

I describe this place to my friends as "magical." The peacefulness and complete sense of calm are…read moreperfect when you need to get away from the stresses of work and life. This was the 2nd year in a row that my husband and I stayed at Wellspring. I found it last year by accident when searching for a place to stay in Round Top, and I'm so glad I did! We like to attend the Shakespeare at Winedale plays (highly recommend if you're a Shakespeare fan), so late July and early August are times that we're in the area. I anticipate coming back again and again. Linda was out of town during our stay this time, but Sherri, labeled as "the best help in the world" on their info, proved herself to be exactly that. She took excellent care of us and provided a scrumptious breakfast! We met Linda last year, and she was very knowledgeable about the area (with suggestions of things to see and do) as well as telling us some of the history of the Depot. Speaking of The Depot, do yourself a favor and reserve it! I promise you won't be disappointed. The rooms are lovely, and even on a hot summer night, we went out on the deck and rocked back and forth while looking at the stars (we saw 4 meteors, the International Space Station, and several other satellites).

I have been staying with Linda & Bob for about 14 years now during Round Top Antique festival…read more They have a very comfortable, quiet, fabulously decorated farm house that was built new to look old. Linda has a gift of decorating and much knowledge of where to go when looking for certain things during the show. Hospitality is wonderful here. Food is over the top good and plenty of it. You feel like you are at home. Super clean and each room is decorated with a certain theme all of course full of antiques. Gorgeous area as well.

We had such an enjoyable time staying at the Brenham House Bed and Breakfast. Our host was…read moreawesome. She was friendly and very accommodating. The place is adorable, clean and the bed was super comfy. There were homemade cookies and wonderful chocolates and plenty of snacks! I loved the coffee station and appreciated the bottled water. I would highly recommend you staying here if you are in Brenham. It is close to downtown, but us old folks would rather drive. There is a lot to do in Brenham and your host will offer many suggestions. If we are ever back in town, I would definitely check to see if this place is available.

This was exactly what we needed after a stressful business meeting in Bellville. Our names were…read morewritten on the chalk board, home made cookies, chocolates and fancy water and all the tea you could want was waiting for us. The house is super cute, once you are inside it's like a little time warp oasis. Susan and James were so nice and helpful with their suggestions and just making us feel right at home. We stayed in "Antique Rose Room"- I have a habit of trying to avoid rooms that sound too grandmotherly but this room was awesome. The bed was high up with cute wooden stairs. It was decorated with Susan's grandmothers old furniture- but she had amazing taste. Plus the bathroom was just fantastic and they seem to think of everything. Dark makeup towels, bath salts, a refinished beautiful claw foot tub, a nightlight that goes on at nite so you don't stub your toes in an unfamiliar place. Apparently the Brenham house used to be a German Lutheran Church in it's former day but it has been a B&B for a number of years. I won't tell you too much about the history because after Susan and James feed you a gourmet complimentary 3 course breakfast they will come and sit with you at the table and share about themselves and the history. Susan and James 4 years ago ran a very popular Bakery in Houston and the food will be a testament to their previous, current and future success. Make sure and have a cup of tea and sit out on the back porch and do bring your wine after going tasting, they have bottle openers and glasses waiting for you. Brenham is a charming town and we would definitely stay here again.

I had an amazing time staying here for the weekend. We rented the roost and we're so happy because…read morewe were able to have the mini cows, Clifford, Honey and Maple, in our yard for overnight stays. We also had the baby lambs and were even able to feed them their bottles. I can't forget about Sourdough the goat. She is super adorable. The room was comfortable. It had a kitchen, living room, and two bedrooms with a total of four beds. I loved the bed. The mattress was soft and super comfortable. The kitchen had the essentials. They do provide beach towels. We did have to ask for more towels for the shower. They do also have shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. There is a hairdryer in the room. The ranch is big with a lot of animals to see. The animals are well taken care of by the friendly staff members. The petting zoo is a great place to take your family into. The animals are all friendly and get along well. They have activities you can partake in for a fee, but if you spend more than two nights in the rooms some are included. The beach area was very nice. It was clean and the water was perfect. They have plenty to keep your kids entertained in the beach area. The pool was nice as well. It had a hot tub. You could rent a golf cart, but the ranch is pretty walkable. They do sell food during the day and you can order a three course meal for dinner. The three course meal can be eaten in your room or at Flo. You can take your own bottle of wine to Flo if you want to eat your meal there. We did the dinner and got the steak, the salmon and the eggplant Parmesan. The salmon was a hit. I will say that I think the meal was pre- package or pre prepared because it wasn't as fresh coming out. They do have a spa, but be aware that it can book up pretty quick. We were not able to get a reservation for massages. They do send you a link to set up your extras prior to your visit, so if you are looking forward to something, get ahead of time. They sell their own honey and you can buy a dozen eggs for five dollars. We received a welcome gift of honey and sourdough bread. We ate the first day we were there and it was delicious. They also have complementary snacks and drinks in the check-in area for guest. They did have a food truck area where they sell items such a as chicken tenders, fries, and ice cream. We were told there was 160 people on the property yet it felt peaceful and private the whole time we were there. I was truly in heaven,. I would not hesitate to return. Definitely a great place for families or weekend with your girlfriends.

1000% worth every penny! Amazing experience, highly recommend! The accommodations are high end,…read morestaff are friendly and helpful, and the farm is well maintained and the animals are friendly and seem to be ok with all the human interactions.

Helen Wagner and Das Blaue Haus (The Blue House) are amazing! Upon arriving Friday evening for a…read moreweekend workshop, finding our accommodations at The Shelby Inn not at all as described, Helen provided us with a warm welcome, great rates and wonderful atmosphere. This lovely B&B has four private bedrooms, each sleeps two. Three bedrooms have their own private bathroom and there is one hallway bathroom. The courtyard is landscaped so lovely with a fountain. The upstairs deck (where the rooms are) is a peaceful place to sit and visit or relax. The common living room has a full size refrigerator, drinking water, microwave, and coffee maker. There was also a TV, if you are so inclined. We had brought our own "hot pot to make water for tea. Helen made us breakfast both mornings and sent us along with fresh fruit in our cooler for our picnic lunches at the workshop venue. Helen has angels throughout the B&B which are a great reflection of her service. I recommend this place to anyone wanting a beautiful and reasonably priced place to stay in the Round Top, TX area.

It seems I can never stay away from the Katy House Bed & Breakfast. I feel like it's my second…read morehome. My husband and I went there for our anniversary. We were there from August 29th - September 4th. We stayed in the Conductor's Cottage again. Everything went perfectly. The cottage was very clean. In fact, I have a very bad dust allergy, but my allergy symptoms never occurred while staying here which is saying something! The water pressure was great, and I loved that there's always extra toilet paper available in the cottage in case we need some. I love that the cottage has plates, bowls, cups, and cutlery since my husband and I didn't go out to eat except once while we were there. We didn't need to go out since Tiffany makes a big and delicious breakfast every morning. Seriously, the woman should be a chef as well. She's so good with breakfast, and it's always the best breakfast I've had. Tiffany also did a fantastic job at making me a breakfast that I could have with my many dietary needs. With breakfast, it's like a family style thing where you all sit at one table to eat. There is the option of having breakfast delivered to your room if you'd rather not eat with others. Tiffany (the owner) is super nice, and she always would ask us if we needed anything for our room every morning. She makes you feel so welcome and like part of the family. This girl would give you the shirt off of her back if you needed it. Seriously, Tiffany is such a great human. The bed was super comfy and the AC gets pretty cold. It's a mini split, but it definitely got the room cold quickly despite the Texas heat. In fact, I even had to turn up the AC to 80 many times because I would get so cold! There are trains that go by many times throughout the day and night as the railroad tracks are near the Katy House. However, there are earplugs in the room if you don't like the noise. I find it soothing though. It's very close to a bar (Huebel's), but the bar stays very quiet even on a weekend, so no worries about bar noise or even the noise from people coming out of the bar. The B&B is a block away from Main Street so there are a few restaurants and shops within a very short walking distance. Speaking of walking, my husband and I would walk/run about five miles every night we were there. All the streets we ran/walked seemed safe. We never encountered anything bad. Tiffany even gave us some pointers about where to walk to to get out in nature away from the hustle and bustle of the town. (Although the locals are very nice.) Minnie (a member of staff) was also really nice when we would see her. She would always smile and say hello. She's also a sweetheart. While we were there, we got to see a couple of squirrels close up. The squirrels love jumping from tree to tree around the area. Parking is plentiful. It's all street parking around the property, but it's all very safe to park around the building. The tv is a smart tv, so there were plenty of streaming options and services to sign in to. However, if you don't do streaming services, there was still channels available you could watch without signing into anything. Be sure to stay at the Katy House if you've ever wanted to experience Heaven on Earth. I'm convinced Tiffany is an angel here on Earth! Pretty sure that when you stay at the Katy House, you actually get transported to Heaven. Definitely stay here, and you'll see what I mean. You'll want to keep coming back!

My wife and I have been traveling around Texas and we have stayed at several small towns and stayed…read morestayed many places. Katy House is by far the highlight of our trip. The room was very elegant and the amenities and personal touches were very thoughtful. I am a candy lover and I am sorry to say, I almost emptied of their candy trays. The breakfast was very good and prepared by the owners husband who is a chef by trade. We travel a lot and I can honestly say Katy House is one of the best B&Bs we have stayed. If you have a chance, check out th Hueble Biergarten, which is right across the street. It's a local bar with friendly patrons.