Estes Preserve Glamping - The Stargazer's Retreat

Tent in Lockhart, Texas

  1. 2 guests
  2. 1 bedroom
  3. 1 bed
  4. 1 bath
Hosted by Deborah
  1. 6 years hosting

Listing highlights

Park view

Soak up the view during your stay.
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Beautiful glamping site located on 96 acres of native Texas Prairie and Cross Timber forest in Lockhart - the BBQ capital of Texas. Just 30 minutes south of Austin, your glamping site has all the comforts of home with a spacious bell style tent with queen bed, deck, fire pit, private bath and all powered by solar having a small carbon footprint. The Preserve offers guests access to miles of hiking trails, all within a short drive to Austin, Houston, San Marcos, and San Antonio.

The space
Get away from the crowds of the city in our 16' round bell style tent and enjoy the stars. Your campsite offers privacy to unwind and be comfortable in a bed. We provide a propane heater in the cooler months and fans year round.

We also have space to accommodate extra tents. Message us for more information, extra fees do apply.

Sit by the camp fire and enjoy the seclusion of your natural surroundings. We provide fire starting supplies, as well as a cast iron pan, cooking utensils, plates, bowls, cups, eating utensils, French press coffee maker, and a kettle to heat water.

Your private bathroom has hot and cold running water in the sink and shower and a composting toilet. Enjoy camping without the work.

Please send us a message to make special arrangements. We do allow guests to bring extra tents. See our other listing for larger groups, Estes Preserve Glamping - Tree Line Vista.

Well behaved, vaccinated dogs are allowed. For the safety of your pet, please always keep them with you. Our abundant flora and wildlife can be harmful to your pet. Contact us for more information before your visit.

Your site is clean and sanitized before and after your stay. We also provide additional cleaning products for your convenience.

Guest access
We are in residence on site if you need anything.

An 8kW 220v charging station for an electric car is available. Contact us for more information about guest car charging.

Other things to note
Glamping allows you to enjoy all nature has to offer in south Texas. This includes the songs of crickets, frogs, the distant coyote, and the many birds passing through. This can be noisy even at night.

Lockhart is known as the Barbeque capital of Texas. Kreuz Market, Smitty’s and Black’s Barbecue are the 3 biggest and best known to try. Other options for great food in Lockhart are Guadalajara for Mexican food, Mr. Taco for breakfast Tacos, Loop and Lils for pizza and salads, and The Culinary Room for gourmet and specialty items.

Where you’ll sleep

Bedroom
1 queen bed

What this place offers

Park view
Free parking on premises
Pets allowed
EV charger
Private patio or balcony
Unavailable: Smoke alarm

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Rated 4.98 out of 5 from 42 reviews.

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value

Where you’ll be

Lockhart, Texas, United States
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Neighborhood highlights

Our 96-acre haven is minutes away from the best barbeque in Texas and a short drive to Lockhart State Park, Tubing or Shopping in San Marcos, the River Walk in San Antonio, festivals in Austin and Circuit of Americas. Do not stay in another hotel, have a unique experience in a glamping tent.

Meet your host

Host
79 reviews
4.97 out of 5 average rating
6 years of hosting
My work: Estes Preserve
Lives in Lockhart, Texas
Deborah and Katie cousins by marriage are united in creating an economically and environmentally sustaining business at the family ranch aka Estes Preserve. This wonderful spot is where three generations (so far) of memories and adventures have taken place. Our hope is to enable future generations to be able to continue to gather here with friends and family to make memories and foster a love of the outdoors.

Co-hosts

  • Steven
  • Katie
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in: 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Checkout before 12:00 PM
2 guests maximum
Safety & property
No smoke alarm
Nearby lake, river, other body of water
May encounter potentially dangerous animal