Circa 1900 Farmhouse Cottage - Pond - King Bed - Fenced - 8 Miles to Brenham | Cottage in Chappell Hill
1 Bedroom Cottage in Chappell Hill
Built in 1900 of European craftsmanship, The Cottage at Chappell Hill is a farmhouse cottage perched above a small pond. It faces Main Street in the heart of a Hallmark-type small town (population: 300). Downtown is only 1/2 mile away with unique shops, diners, landmarks. Brenham is 8 miles away. Formerly owned by artist Kiki Newmann, the cottage has been known as the “Healing House” for decades. It’s the perfect place to unwind, celebrate, and create cherished memories.
This Victorian cottage is the epitome of old world charm blended with early American luxury. Modern amenities include Starlink Wi-Fi, king bed, sofa bed, stove/oven, vegan toiletries plus a stocked kitchen with complimentary coffee, tea, and snacks.
It is more than just a place to stay; it's an invitation to experience the true essence of a unique cottage that envelops you with peace, romance, and charm. Guests return time and again to unwind, explore the lovely countryside, and thrive in the small town vibes.
Upon arrival, you'll step onto the large front porch, adorned with gingerbread trim and rocking chairs. It’s the perfect spot for coffee, tea, and/or local wine while being surrounded by native pecan trees, wild grapes and garlic. The cardinals and bluebirds will welcome you with songs. You'll likely spot deer and fireflies too. You may even spot the local fox and armadillos.
A sign from Germany welcomes (Willkommen) you as you as enter the stained glass front door, made in England.
Inside, you'll marvel at the original shiplap walls, victorian sash windows, tin ceiling, antiques furnishing, and more. A drawing of the original owner, Mr. Charles Meister, is on the shiplap in the living room closet. Born in Germany in 1865, he became a prominent local figure in interior architectural ornamentation. His contributions are documented in scholarly works on Texas decorative arts.
Chappell Hill is known for its historic architecture and cultural heritage. The town is located inside Stephen F. Austin's (the Father of Texas) original colony.
Book early for all holidays, March-April Bluebonnet season, April Bluebonnet Festival, July 4th parade, October Scarecrow Festival, December Teddy Bear Parade, Round Top Antique Fairs (Jan, Mar, Oct), Texas A&M games, concerts, county festivals and events.
Chappell Hill boasts 10 historic sites on the National Register of Historic Places and 25+ Texas Historical Markers. These include the Main Street Historic District, the Chappell Hill Museum, the Circulating Library, the Rock Store, Providence Baptist Church, Farmers State Bank. Further, there are many bird (and bike) trails. More history related to Chappell Hill can be found via the Texas State Historical Association site: Search for "Chappell Hill: A Historical Overview of the Texas Town".
DESTINATIONS:
Within 1/2 Mile: Downtown Chappell Hill. Savor lemon berry pie at Beaver’s Kitchen, enjoy live music and charcuterie at Grapevine on Main, have a nightcap with the locals at Carol's Bar, wine taste at Texas Star Winery. Explore the circle library (birthplace of Texas), the historical museum, and step inside Texas’ oldest bank, which has remained in its original location for over 115 years. Music fans? Drake’s ranch is just 5 miles from the cottage - on FM 1155. If you'd like to know his hang out spots, just ask.
Within 10 miles: Blue Bell Creamery, Chappell Hill Lavender Farm, Chapelton Vineyards, Brazos Valley Brewery, Firemen Museum, Chappell Hill Sausage BBQ, Bakery, Barnhill Center Theatre plus many antique shops and famous BBQ places such as LJ's BBQ and Truth BBQ plus so much more.
With 20 miles: Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site, Circle P Antiques & Collectibles, Antique Rose Emporium, Saddlehorn Winery, Windy Winery, and several historical sites/landmarks.
We gladly donate a portion of proceeds to non-profit animal and human charities.
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Circa 1900 Farmhouse Cottage - Pond - King Bed - Fenced - 8 Miles to Brenham is located in Chappell Hill. Circa 1900 Farmhouse Cottage - Pond - King Bed - Fenced - 8 Miles to Brenham provides accommodation, featuring Child Friendly, Laundry, Parking, among other amenities. This Cottage features Child Friendly, Laundry, Parking, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Circa 1900 Farmhouse Cottage - Pond - King Bed - Fenced - 8 Miles to Brenham has 1 Bedroom , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 4 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Chappell Hill has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Chappell Hill, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Cashless transactions are available 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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property long-term renters welcome onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
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