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Vista Cottage & Pool on Exquisite Hill Country Ranch Giraffes, rhino & Zebras
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8130.1 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Lometa, TX
- Colorado Bend State Park
- Colorado River
- Gorman Falls52 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
Vista Cottage & Pool on Exquisite Hill Country Ranch Giraffes, rhino & Zebras
Escape to Artemis Cottage: a luxurious safari retreat in the Texas Hill Country. Nestled on a sprawling 3,700-acre ranch, Artemis Cottage offers an extraordinary getaway blending luxury, adventure, and unparalleled wildlife encounters. Enjoy breathtaking views and the unique opportunity to interact with our four friendly resident giraffes and African white rhino during an included** private safari experience featuring hand-feeding.
Your stay includes access to:
- Private pool, patio, and 6-person hot tub with Bluetooth audio for ultimate relaxation.
- Outdoor firepit and grill setups, including a pellet grill, perfect for memorable meals under the stars.
- Exclusive hiking and biking trails through serene Hill Country landscapes.
- Fishing in our stocked private ponds
- Lynch Creek, a seasonal waterway ideal for peaceful walks and wildlife spotting.
Artemis Cottage is part of a private wildlife preserve home to over 27 exotic African species and boasts 2.5 miles of pristine Colorado Riverfront, adjacent to Colorado Bend State Park. We are located in the middle of local wineries and convenient to both Historical Lampasas and San Saba. With its dark sky designation, it’s a stargazer’s paradise – a magical way to end your evenings. We can provide private chef's services onsite (dinner for six, $300), and the nearby Artemis Lodge (now open) is available for group events, weddings, retreats and corporate escapes.
Whether you're planning a romantic escape or a family adventure, Artemis Cottage offers an unforgettable blend of comfort and awe-inspiring experiences. Book your stay and discover the magic of Texas like never before.
**Safari experience for up to six guests is included for stays of 3 nights or more. Available for additional fee for stays of 2 nights. Must book prior to your stay or we cannot guarantee availability.
Your stay includes access to:
- Private pool, patio, and 6-person hot tub with Bluetooth audio for ultimate relaxation.
- Outdoor firepit and grill setups, including a pellet grill, perfect for memorable meals under the stars.
- Exclusive hiking and biking trails through serene Hill Country landscapes.
- Fishing in our stocked private ponds
- Lynch Creek, a seasonal waterway ideal for peaceful walks and wildlife spotting.
Artemis Cottage is part of a private wildlife preserve home to over 27 exotic African species and boasts 2.5 miles of pristine Colorado Riverfront, adjacent to Colorado Bend State Park. We are located in the middle of local wineries and convenient to both Historical Lampasas and San Saba. With its dark sky designation, it’s a stargazer’s paradise – a magical way to end your evenings. We can provide private chef's services onsite (dinner for six, $300), and the nearby Artemis Lodge (now open) is available for group events, weddings, retreats and corporate escapes.
Whether you're planning a romantic escape or a family adventure, Artemis Cottage offers an unforgettable blend of comfort and awe-inspiring experiences. Book your stay and discover the magic of Texas like never before.
**Safari experience for up to six guests is included for stays of 3 nights or more. Available for additional fee for stays of 2 nights. Must book prior to your stay or we cannot guarantee availability.
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Amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Pets
No pets 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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 18
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Lampasas
Located in Lampasas, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Fiesta Winery and Hancock Park Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Colorado Bend State Park and Colorado River. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Lometa, TX
What's nearby
- Fiesta Winery - 8 min drive - 11.6 km
- AdventHealth Rollins Brook - 20 min drive - 26.5 km
- Lampasas County Courthouse - 21 min drive - 27.2 km
- Gorman Falls - 52 min drive - 26.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Stoneledge Vineyard and Winery - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Ty Eggemeyer
My wife and I are both from West Texas. We lived out of State for about 25 years but returned to our Texas roots. We love hosting guests and sharing our beautiful ranch. Trying to create a special place is what excites us. We have just opened our world-class lodge featuring 11 guest rooms, a beautiful library, great room, chef's kitchen, wine cellar and spectacular patio and views - unrivaled in the surrounding area. We hope that our guests can appreciate and enjoy Artemis Ranch and the endangered animals that live here.
Why they chose this property
The ranch was the perfect place to create a world class resort. It was in major need of care and investment - putting things back to their natural state. We have cleared over a million invasive junipers (cedar) and have reseeded hundreds of acres with natural grass/plant seeds. We currently have 27 species of exotic animals that roam the ranch. The ranch has over 100 caves (sorry, for safety only professionals can go in most of them), 2.5 miles of riverfront, a major wetwater creek, numerous ponds, ridges, gullies, rills and gorges. You'll experience thousands of beautiful live, red or post oaks.
What makes this property unique
There are so many unique things about the ranch. It is one of the darkest places in Texas with night skies so dark and beautiful that you feel like you can touch the stars. And if you can't then it is probably due to the full moon that you can almost pluck from the sky. The sunsets are gorgeous and make for perfect outdoor grilling over a mesquite fire, and yes we will provide you with an ample set of mesquite. Great steaks are available at the local butcher shop. Unlike the concrete jungle of the city, the evenings and mornings are very pleasant even on the hottest day. We have 2.5 miles of riverfront, 27 species of exotic animals, hiking, biking, fishing and exploring. If you are looking for a beautiful, serene setting where you can enjoy nature and spend time with close friends and family, then this is the place. And to top it off you have your own private pool and hot tub complete with lights and bluetooth music connected through your phone. The ranch borders Colorado Bend park on the South and West, and near 2 great wineries. You can visit the Bend for live music, take a short trip to San Saba or just enjoy the ranch.
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