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Serenity Hill B n B - Private Country Cottage on the Scenic Devils Backbone

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Front door porch
1 mile - Devils Backbone Tavern- Dive Bar- live music weekends and Jukebox too
Sitting in the Guadalupe River-Lone Star Float House- River Road
Kitchen entrance For Easy Loading and Unloading
Front door porch

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
1 bedroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Porch or veranda
  • Dog-friendly
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Fischer, TX
  • Place, Devil's Backbone Tavern
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Canyon Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Canyon Park
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Serenity Hill B n B - Private Country Cottage on the Scenic Devils Backbone

Your Private Entry Cottage at Serenity Hill is nested in Oaks and Cedar Trees.
Located right on the Famous Devil’s Backbone that connects Wimberley to Blanco at Hwy. 32.
A portion of the Texas Hill Country.
Our cottage has a stocked kitchen for the chef in you.
One bedroom has a Queen Bed and a Day Bed that converts in to a king size bed.
Your private viewing deck has a view of Canyon Lake and beautiful sunsets.
Also , for your use only during
Your stay , the Hot Tub is located on your private deck where you will have exclusive use of your hot tub - no one else.
We clean and fill with filtered well water after each guests stay.
We provide complimentary WIFI - with ethernet cable so bring your Roku and Free parking.
If you want to bring a water craft , we have room for you to park that with ease as well.
You cant get to the country by freeway but our slow country road will bring you right in- watch for deer, roadrunners, rabbits and other wildlife!
LEAVE YOUR ROUTINE BEHIND AND COME UNWIND.
Game room -
The “Shady Lady Lounge”. Hang out, shoot pool, play darts, Pachinko, Jinga, card games, dominos, BYOB, and a blue tooth speaking for streaming your favorite tunes.
Ohhh and take some fun selfie pics in the photo booth.
The game room is nice when you want to stay off of the roads at night or all day.
Turn on the lights and hit the button to raise the garage door or keep it shut if you like , but sing loud either way, it’s OK !
Come as Guests -Leave as Friends
Pet friendly. Must be on a leash at all times when outdoors.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
I will make exceptions for a children -Contact me.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
No charge for 1 small dog.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
No Smoking inside the cottage. Smoke outside only

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights
Leave both doors to your private cabin unlocked as housekeepers arrive within approx. 11:20 am.
Place all whites, (sheets, pillow cases towels, wash cloths , hand towels in the shower floor.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Dogs must remain on a leash when outdoors. We have cattle and poultry that free range in different pastures. Pets~ Not allowed on Hot Tub Deck.
We provide paper and glass dish ware.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7156167
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Canyon Lake

Located in Canyon Lake, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Guadalupe River and Jacob's Well Natural Area. Travelling with kids? Consider Central Texas Bonsai Exhibit at Jade Gardens and The Island. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
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Fischer, TX

What's nearby

  • Devil's Backbone Tavern - 2 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Canyon Lake - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Canyon Park - 10 min drive - 8.2 km
  • beach near Canyon Park - 12 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Canyon Lake Marina - 13 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 26 min drive
  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wildflour Artisan Bakery & Grill North - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dam Red Barn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Sonic - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mimas Tacos - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Granny D's Restaurant - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serenity Hill B n B - Private Country Cottage on the Scenic Devils Backbone pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Serenity Hill B n B - Private Country Cottage on the Scenic Devils Backbone?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Serenity Hill B n B - Private Country Cottage on the Scenic Devils Backbone?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serenity Hill B n B - Private Country Cottage on the Scenic Devils Backbone?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Serenity Hill B n B - Private Country Cottage on the Scenic Devils Backbone located?

This family-friendly Canyon Lake cottage is located in a rural location, 2 mi (3.2 km) from Devil's Backbone Tavern, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Central Texas Bonsai Exhibit at Jade Gardens and Guadalupe River. Canyon Park and Canyon Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 47 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serenity cottage

We enjoyed relaxing for a week in this cute, cozy cottage. We especially enjoyed spending time on the deck looking at the lake and beautiful sunsets. Marilyn was such a sweet host and took care of anything we needed right away.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Mar 2020
“Come as Guests Leave as Friends”. Mike and I found Pat and Doug to be so delightful! We enjoyed seeing them walk their little Misty fur buddy along the road most days. We wish them the best and hope they will come back again in the future. They are welcome back anytime.
Verified

8/10 Good

kim w.

Quiet, rocky and restful!

Very enjoyable and relaxing stay with friendly accommodating host. The property is located on a rough road well back from the highway, so go slow and be careful of high rocky spots. Located centrally to Wimberly, Canyon Lake and the surrounding area. Good restaurants and shopping. We will return again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Delightful guests. Enjoyed having them and will definitely recommend them to other BnBs and welcome them back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little slice of heaven

Serenity was a lovely place to stay, perfect for a couple! The cottage had everything we needed and we enjoyed the hot tub. The property is tucked away and super quiet and private. We hung out in the shady lady lounge our first night and enjoyed the AMAZING sunset and playing giant Jinga! Marilyn is a perfect host, very accommodating and easy to work with. We are looking forward to another visit in this peaceful setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dusti A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely weekend getaway in Wimberley! The weather was on the cooler side for Texas, which made our hikes especially enjoyable—such beautiful trails nearby. The tiny home was cozy and thoughtfully set up, with a comfy bed that made it hard to get up in the morning… except for the promise of a warm cup of coffee (provided by the host and brewed by us).Marilyn and her friends were so warm and welcoming. Any small issues we ran into were taken care of quickly and kindly. The property was peaceful and quiet—just what we needed. We especially loved feeding the foxes and listening to the chickens in the morning. Such a unique and charming touch to a restful escape.Highly recommend if you’re looking for a peaceful hill country retreat!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

tina t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was cute and bed was crazy comfy. Property around cabin a bit run down, hot tub worked great just was set on 100 and it was a hot day so had to wait awhile for it to cool off. The thing that was disappointing was there was a cowboy pool, very hot weekend, so would have been awesome to get to use it but in arrival it had a few inches of water in it and very dirty, when I asked about it was told they would fill it overnight so we could use next day. Didn't happen, never saw owners again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Katheryne F.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Disappointing

From the horrible road to get to the property to the house not having internet (which we need for our business) or the water that smelled like sulphur, it was a big disappointment. The host Marilyn was very nice and communicated well, but the cottage is not worth the price they are asking. I couldn’t bathe, brush my teeth or even turn the water on because it smelled so bad. The property was cute but kind of dumpy and could use a deep clean. Won’t be going back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2023
This guest started out nice and sent compliments and positive communication UNTIL on the second day of their stay we both learned from VRBO POLICY that there is no refund for weather driven WIFI issues . Something “completely Beyond my Control.” EVEN THOUGH I OFFERED - COULD AND WOULD HAVE ELECTED TO GIVE THEM A PARTIAL REFUND UNTIL I read this review…. The guest “elected” To Check out The second night of their stay simply Due To Weak WIFI. wanted a refund due to a Storm cutting out the WIFI. I walked over to attempt to work on the smart TV setting , knocked on the door, but they would not Answer the door. This is when I called VRBO for advise. I had explained to the guests that I had rebooted the system and would be there shortly to assist. when they checked out I went over and the WIFI WAS WORKING. I called and was advised by VRBO that because I had no control over the weather , I then told the guests they seemed to begin to hunt anything for a negative review. Not ONCE EVER HAS THE WATER SMELLED. We Have a whole House filter System that is Changed monthly. Most People love Our Country Road. My Cleaning Service gets 5 Star reviews in and around Wimberley and Canyon Lake. Even though the guest enjoyed their “complimentary” wine, farm fresh egg and cheese burritos, cheese and cracker tray with chocolate Covered almonds, etc…. I have given this guest a 1 star rating , which was too generous on my part. I keep repeat guests and a waiting list from March to September. Your Premier Host for 5 years and counting with VRBO, Marilyn and Crew
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brenda v.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice and quiet little place

Went for our 30th anniversary, enjoyed our stay and all the attractions it had to offer, the cottage was somewhat clean, still had alot of dust in some areas, the toilet was very wobbly and loose each time you sat on it but we still had a enjoyable time and will definitely be going back
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint little cottage

We had a wonderful time using Marilyn's cottage as a homebase for our weekend adventures. Hot tub was soothing after our hikes.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johnathan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!!!

Super Hosts! Everything was perfect and we will be returning the next chance we get. This was our 15 yr wedding anniversary and we couldn't have asked for more. Marilyn and crew were on it! Printed our concert tickets and had them waiting on the bed. They gave us total privacy and respect. The game room was awesome! We lost track of our worries here! Can't say enough about the view, the amenities, the coziness and of course our hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ponciano L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good

Very good
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lissa J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Loved the property. Very rustic and cute. Had a fantastic time. Location is wonderful, short drive to many different places and restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct 2021
Lissa was a delight to host. They were kind, great communicators, left everything clean and just really nice guests. Welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!!

We had an amazing time! Marilyn’s property is BEAUTIFUL. We had so much fun and we will definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2021
5 star guests. Welcomed back- Happy to Host !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassidy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A PERFECT GETAWAY

I can't describe our time at Serenity BnB any other way than absolutely amazing. Everything from the personal touches left for us by Marilyn, to the UNBEATABLE VIEW, to the fun game room area...it was beyond anything we could have asked for. I was a little confused checking in, just because those instructions had not been provided, and I was also a little thrown off to find out the hot tub was at the host's house and not the BnB cottage. However, Marilyn answered my questions (late at night, I might add) and everything worked out perfectly. We already want to come back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly what we needed

My husband and I were looking for a place to unwind and that is exactly what we had! A hot tub, fire pit, a place to watch the sunset, a game room and close to Wimberly! Marilyn was sweet and attentive to our needs!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michal-Lynn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and rustic

Great getaway from the city with lots to do nearby. Loved the lodge and the chickens.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

pam l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

All good

Great
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent host

Beautiful place and owner is an excellent host. Enjoyed the porches, deck and cowboy hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trudy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The best B&B ever!

Marilyn Baxter was the best host/manager. We felt so comfortable there and felt like we never left home. We were so relaxed and comfortable. We can’t say enough good things about her and her property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway!

If you want to get away from it all (and I mean IT ALL) come visit Serenity Hill! The house is cozy, the pool and back porch/deck were a great way to unwind, access to the hot tub as much as we wanted, and some delicious fresh farm eggs. The lounge was awesome and we had a great time playing darts, cards, and dominoes! Marilyn was super responsive to everything we needed. 10/10 would visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Coral M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gracious host

Great stay! Fun place, especially if you want to stay on property. We loved the feel of the shady shack and playing pool and darts there. The host was wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Out Of Town But Close To EVERYTHING

Great getaway spot for anyone looking to be close to all of the hill country activities but also wanting your privacy. Great communication and excellent service!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jody H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for a getaway.

Nice, out of the way, but close enough to all the places we wanted to see (Natural Bridge Caverns, Canyon Lake, All Hill Country Views). The host was very nice, and extremely helpful. The guest house was cozy, with a view of the valley, toward the lake. The main house, where the hot tub is located, gave a better view of the lake, and a great view of the sunset, and all the stars. Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Kim D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice getaway

Enjoyed the peace and quiet and laidback atmosphere.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

We had an amazing week despite almost everything around us being closed. We knew that going there though. We would have loved to go explore more, but given the current situation of the world, we were fine just staying at the cottage and getting away from it all. Everything was great, peaceful, and cozy. The views are amazing and the sunsets are awesome! We can't wait to come back again and get away from it all again. Thanks for everything!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice owner, great communication.

My wife and I didn't get to stay because of the Coronavirus. But the owner did her best to work with us on refunding what she could for the stay. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

About the host

Hosted by Marilyn K Baxter

Host profile image
Hello I am Marilyn. Born and raised in Texas.
I have been in the hospitality business most of my adult career. I have owned and operated a full service catering business and coordinated events from 12 to 1000 guests. After catering I expanded and opened a retail florist also specializing in weddings and corporate events. I enjoy meeting guests at my bed and breakfast.

Why they chose this property

My dream was to retire to the Texas Hill Country.
I have made my private entry guest house in to a cozy private cottage nested in the woods.
you will often see deer and other wildlife.
I have raised chickens , turkeys, peafowl, and keep a garden.
The viewing deck is a great place to enjoy the sunset and see Canyon Lake.
there is plenty of parking if you want to bring your boat and trailer too.
I have been hosting my cottage for seven years and have met and made many new friends from so many places.

What makes this property unique


From here at Serenity Hill you are about 1 mile from the Devils Backbone Tavern and minutes away from Gruene for shopping and music, about 7 miles to Wimberley Square for shopping and music, Blanco Vinyards, local wineries and only nine miles to float the Guadalupe River and 3 miles from Canyon Lake to name a few destinations.
Located on the Famous Devil's Backbone.
A portion of The Texas Hill Country that looks like something straight out of a Wild West Movie.

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