Swim, Chill, Connect—The Water Retreat

Summary:

Immerse yourself in the Water Retreat at Element Ranch, a 3-bedroom, 2-bath oasis in beautiful Round Top, Texas. Enjoy a balance of modern comforts and rural charm with a shared pool, private dining area, grill, and fire pit. Perfect for up to 6 guests, it’s one of three retreats that can host 18 together. Unplug, reconnect, and indulge in the peaceful surroundings of Element Ranch, designed for your ultimate relaxation. The Water Retreat is the only retreat with an EV charger.



The Space:

BEDROOMS:

- Bedroom: King bed with en-suite bathroom

- Bedroom 2: King bed

- Bedroom 3: King bed

*Adjustable blinds in each room for blackout or room darkening

* Smart TVs in every bedroom



BATHROOMS

- Primary Bath: Walk-in shower + single vanity

- Bathroom 2: Tub with glass doors + double vanity

*Provided: Public Goods shampoo, conditioner, body/hand soap, fluffy towels, and hair dryer



KITCHEN

- Fully stocked with ample counter space

- New stainless steel appliances, including gas stove

- Coffee Station: Keurig K-cup machine with coffee, sweetener, and creamer provided

- Cookware: Pots, pans, baking dishes

- Microwave



DINING

- Indoor dining table with seating for 6



ENTERTAINMENT

- Smart TV in the living area and each bedroom

- Access a variety of streaming apps with your login



OUTSIDE + POOL + PATIO

- Pool: Shared pool with poolside chairs and umbrellas; pool towels provided

- Pool cannot be heated.

- Patio: Each retreat has a dedicated patio with outdoor dining, wood burning fire pit (wood not provided), and a propane grill (propane provided)

- EV charger for Water Retreat guests use only.

- Parking: located behind each unit for up to 4 vehicles



LAUNDRY

- In-unit washer and dryer with laundry detergent and dryer sheets provided



Guest Access:

Guest will have access to The Water Retreat and the Water Retreats outdoor dining seating, grill, and firepit. The pool is shared between all 3 retreats. Please note there could be other guests sharing the pool at the same time.



Getting Around:

You'll need a vehicle to get from the home into Round Top and the surrounding area. Consider renting HOSTiE's chauffeured luxury sprinter van during your stay. Ride sharing apps, like Uber/Lyft, aren't available in this rural area.



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. 



- Must be over 25 to rent this home.



- When you stay with HOSTÎE Vacation Rentals, you are covered for any accidents that might happen up to $5000 with the added fee of $79 in your total. Coverage details are spelled out in your rental agreement. This is applied to all bookings.



- CANCELLATION POLICY: The initial deposit is fully refundable up to 30 days prior to your stay, less a 6% processing fee. No refunds for cancellations made within 30 days of check-in, except for spring/fall/winter antique show dates, no refunds for cancellations made within 60 days of check-in. The cancellation policy will be upheld, no exceptions. All guests are encouraged to purchase trip insurance.



-This property may have other guests on the property at the time of your stay in the Earth and Air Retreats. The pool is shared between the three retreats.



-It is possible for the other two retreats to be booked during your stay. If you would like to book the entire property, please send us a message or find the additional listing!



-Concierge service available! Private chef, grocery delivery, in-room massage, and more!



- For liability and security purposes, there are external cameras at the front, sides, back of the house and facing pool. 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.



- The property does have an EV charger. 220v outlet.



- 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



- Please note that sightings of common insects or wildlife (such as skunks, snakes, scorpions, spiders, flies, wasps, mice, ants, etc.) do not qualify for refunds, as occasional encounters are possible in any rural environment.



Interaction with Guests:

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