Weekend Getaways - Austin Area Specialist
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Weekend Getaways - Austin Area Specialist
Texas Hill Country Weekend Getaways Vacation Guide Vacation Destination Ideas Located in the Heart of Texas Texas Hill Country Weekend Getaways Vacation destinations just a hop, skip and a jump from home Meadows and streams, vibrant wildflowers and rolling hills make the Texas Hill Country standout as one of the prettiest areas in the south. Whether you’re vacationing with the family, taking a romantic retreat, or just escaping the city, the Texas Hill Country offers something for everyone. With so much to see and do, your weekend getaway may turn into a week-long adventure! From the Texas wine country trail to quaint hill country towns, you will find something new and exciting around each corner. The Hill Country Weekend Getaway Guide freatures a few of our favorite areas to aid you in your planning the fabulous weekend getaway that you’ll never forget. Texas Hill Country Destination Quick Flip: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Blanco Burnet Dripping Springs Fredericksburg Johnson City Llano New Braunfels San Marcos Spicewood, Horseshoe Bay, and Marble Falls Wimberley Texas Hill Country Festivals Lodging and Reservation Assistance Page 1 Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 5-6 Page 7 Page 8 Page 9 Page 10 Page 10 Campground Ammenity Icon Key: T Picnic Area z Tent Camping u Running Water g Electricity RV Hook-Ups j Waterfront Access PublicRestrooms H Fee $ B e Showers Camp Fires Allowed P ©2008 Gracy Title. All rights reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced in any form without permission from Gracy Title. The information herein has been obtained from sources believed to be reliable. However, no investigation has been made to determine the accuracy of such information. No person or entity should rely on the accuracy of these materials without conducting a thorough, independent investigation of same. 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Blanco, TX 1 42 miles southwest of Austin Area Attractions • Blanco Market Days - 3rd Saturday monthly, March-November in the town square. www.historicblanco.org/market_day.htm • Real Ale Brewing Company Tour and visit the tasting room www.realalebrewing.com / 830-833-2534 • • Blanco State Park - Enjoy fishing, swimming, tubing, and hiking along the Blanco River. www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findadest/ parks/blanco / 830-833-4333 Lavender Farms - Tour one of the local fields. www.blancolavenderfest.com Bed and Breakfast Options The Blanco Settlement “Beautiful Blanco river front views” www.blancosettlement.com / 830-833-5115 Das Zuehl Haus “Peace and tranquility of the early 1940’s” www.daszuehlhaus.com / 830-456-8888 Burnet, TX 2 43 miles northwest of Austin Area Attractions • Longhorn Cavern State Park - A Texas wonder. www.longhorncaverns.com • Colbert Ranch - A family friendly Dude Ranch www.ridecolbertranch.com / 512-355-3225 • Canyon of the Eagles Nature Park- Outdoor amphitheater, restaurant, hiking trails and lights-out observatory area for stargazing. www.lcra.org/parks/developed_parks/canyon.htm • Vanishing Texas River Cruises - Spectacular lake/river/waterfall views and bald eagle watching. www.vtrc.com / 512-756-6986 • Inks Lake State Park - Enjoy, backpacking, hiking, golf, and much more. www.tpwd. state.tx.us/spdest/findadest/parks/inks / 512793-2223 Bed and Breakfast Options Airy Mt Bed & Breakfast “TEXAS SIZED or sweet and petite breakfasts options” www.airymount.com / 512-756-4149 Flat Creek Forest Cottages “Watch deer feed morning and afternoon” www.flatcreekforest.com / 830-833-5465 Verandas Guest House “Has a beautiful koi pond and garden area” www. verandasburnet.com / 512-715-0190 Area Camping Options Rainbow Hearth Sanctuary and Retreat “Delicious organic food and peaceful surroundings” www.rainbowhearth.com / 512-756-7878 Blanco State Park www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findadest/parks/ blanco / 830-833-4333 gTjBezuH$ P Miller Creek RV Resort www.millercreekrvresort.com / 830-868-2655 gTjBezuH$P Area Camping Options Canyon of the Eagles www.lcra.org/parks/developed_parks/canyon.html 512-715-0290 gTjBezuH$ P River Oak RV Ranch www.riveroaksrvresort.com / 830-833-2322 Inks Lake State Park www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findadest/parks/inks 512-793-2223 gTjBzH$ $ gBezuH$ P Page 1 Dripping Springs, TX 3 23 miles southwest of Austin Area Attractions McCoy’s Hill Country Bed and Breakfast “Everything about this B&B is ‘Green’ “ www.mccoyshillcountrybedandbreakfast.com 512-858-5199 • Hamilton Pool Preserve - Swimming and hiking. www.co.travis.tx.us/tnr/parks/ hamilton_pool.asp • Wild-Connections Butterfly Farm & Nature Center - Explore beautiful butterfly houses and hiking trails. www.wild-connections.com / 512-301-5553 Star House Bed and Breakfast “Every detail is lovingly thought out and presented“ www.starhousebandb.com / 512-858-4395 • Salt Lick BBQ - Enjoy historic Texas dinning in nearby Driftwood. www.saltlickbbq.com / 512-858-4959 Sunrise Exotic Ranch Bed and Breakfast “Wonderful animals, cool rooms, beautiful scenery” 512-894-0728 • The Nutty Brown Cafe and Amphitheatre The Hill Country headquarters for outstanding Live Music located in nearby Driftwood. www.nuttybrown.com / 512-301-4648 Tex-Zen Dreams Bed and Breakfast “An oasis of peace and tranquility from the everyday world“ www.texzendreams.com / 512-858-5634 • Dr. Pound Pioneer Homestead Historical Museum - Take a step back in time. www.drpoundpioneerfarmstead.com 512-858-4547 Mt Gainor Inn “The food is truly Texan” www.mtgainorinn.com / 512-894-0982 The Cabin on Barton Creek “A Charming Hide-Away on the banks of Barton Creek” 512-858-4407 Twin Parks Country Club “Meet the local residents: twenty three English Elk” www.twinparkscountryclub.com / 512-858-2924 • West Cave Preserve - A natural Texas treasure www.westcave.org / 800-825-3442 • Twin Parks Country Club - Enjoy disc golf, mountain biking, and paintball. www.twinparkscountryclub.com / 512-858-2924 • Austin Zoo and Animal Sanctuary www.austinzoo.org / 512-288-1490 gTjBezuH$ P • Blanco State Park - Enjoy fishing, swimming, tubing, and hiking along the Blanco River. www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findadest/ parks/blanco / 830-833-4333 Cottonwood Creek RV Park www.cottonwoodcreekrvpark.com 512-858-0321 • Tour local vineyards and / or wineries www.texaswinetrail.com Bed and Breakfast Options Onion Creek Kitchens at Juniper Hills Farm “A Texas Hill Country Get-Away with cooking classes!” www.juniperhillsfarm.com / 830-833-0910 Area Camping Options Blanco State Park www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findadest/parks/ blanco / 830-833-4333 gTjz$ Sunset RV Resort www.sunsetrvresort.com / 512-264-3714 gTjBez$ P Twin Parks Country Club www.twinparkscountryclub.com / 512-858-2924 gTBezu$ P Page 2 Fredericksburg, TX 4 68 miles west of Austin Area Attractions • Antique Shopping, Dining, nightlife, and live entertainment nightly in the square. • Visit Art Galleries and Museums including the Pioneer and the Vereins-Kirche Museums. • Lady Bird Johnson Golf Course www.golffredericksburg.com / 830-997-4010 • • • Enchanted Rock State Natural Area - This huge granite dome forms the centerpiece of one of the state’s most popular state parks. Number 5 of Texas’ 15 Most Scenic Spots, Texas Highways Magazine. www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findadest/ parks/enchanted_rock/ Wild Seed Farms - the largest working wildflower farm in the states. www.wildseedfarms.com / 800-848-0078 Tour local vineyards and / or wineries www.texaswinetrail.com Bed and Breakfast Options Carriage House Bed and Breakfast “Great location, tucked away in a quiet neighborhood but within walking distance of Main Street” 830-997-3613 Cat’s Meow “A Beautiful and romantic place to stay” www.CatsMeowBedandBreakfast.com 830-997-0888 Full Moon Inn “The service was as good as it gets“ www.fullmooninn.com / 830-997-2205 Inn on the Creek Bed and Breakfast “Very clean and decorated beautifully” www.inn-on-the-creek.com / 866-244-7897 Magnolia House “Breakfast was fancy and wonderful!“ www.magnolia-house.com / 830-997-0306 A Place In Time “Innkeeper is extremely friendly and accomodating“ www.aplaceintimebandb.com / 830-997-5110 Runnymede Country Inn “A few minutes from downtown but is in the country away from traffic noise“ www.runnymedecountryinn.com / 866-427-8374 Area Camping Options Armadillo Farm Campground www.armadillofarmcampground.com 830-997-5371 gTjBezu$ P Enchanted Rock State Natural Area www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findadest/parks/ enchanted_rock / 512-389-8900 gBezu$ Fredericksburg RV Park www.fredericksburgtexasrvpark.com 866-324-7275 gTjBez$ Corner Cottage “The French Toast will have you begging for seconds” www.fredericksburgcornercottage.com 830-990-8265 Hill Country RV Park www.hillcountryrvpark.com / 830-997-5365 Cottages at Limestone on Main “The most incredible breakfasts, you can imagine“ www.cottagesatlimestone.com / 866-330-1736 Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park www.fbgtx.org/other/rvpark.htm / 830-997-4202 Delforge Place “Lodging is more than just a place to spend the night“ www.delforgeplace.com / 800-997-0462 gTjBez$ gTjBezu$ Page 3 Johnson City, TX 5 34 miles west of Austin Area Attractions • • • • Pedernales Falls State Park - picnicking, hiking, river swimming, mountain biking, fishing, and bird watching. www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findadest/ parks/pedernales_falls / 830-868-7304 The Exotic Resort Zoo - A one of a kind preserve where several endangered species of animals have a chance to increase their numbers and at the same time allowing people to enjoy their beauty and company. www.zooexotics.com / 830-868-4357 Visit the multiple area art galleries. For a list of local art galleries visit: www.johnsoncity-texas.com/business_ category/cat_56_art.html Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park. www.nps.gov/lyjo/index.htm 830-868-7128 • Tour one of the local lavender, butterfly or hummingbird farms. www.johnsoncitytexas.com/business_category/cat_68.html • Tour local vineyards and / or wineries www.texaswinetrail.com The Pickett House Bed & Breakfast “Reminiscent of a German Sunday House“ www.bbonline.com/tx/picketthouse 281-344-9646 Ranch 3232 “A fun and funky atmosphere“ www.ranch3232.com / 512-431-1270 Spring Creek Bed & Breakfast “far enough away to see the stars clearly at night“ www.springcreekbedandbreakfast.net 830-868-2683 Area Camping OptionsPedernales Falls State Park www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findadest/parks/ pedernales_falls / 830-868-7304 gTjBezuH$ Miller Creek RV Resort www.millercreekrvresort.com / 830-868-2655 gTjBezuH$ Roadrunner RV Park www.roadrunnerrvparktexas.com / 830-868-7449 gTjBezu$ Bed and Breakfast Options Chantilly Lace Country Inn “Has an abundance of butterflies and hummingbirds” www.chantillylacesoaps.com / 830-868-2767 Country Cabins Bed and Breakfast “Unspoiled, ‘back-to-nature’ acreage in rural Texas“ www.countrycabinsbnb.com / 830-868-7447 Evening Star Sunday House “A romantic hidaway in downtown Johnson City” www.eveningstarsundayhouse.com 830-868-7675 Page 4 Llano, TX 6 57 miles west of Austin Area Attractions • Red Top Jail - An original Texas jail built in 1903. • Enjoy plentiful hunting and fishing - Llano is often called the “Deer Capital of Texas” www.llanochamber.org/hunting_directory.html • Enchanted Rock State Natural Area www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findadest/ parks/enchanted_rock/ • Tour local vineyards and / or wineries www.texaswinetrail.com Bed and Breakfast Options Castell Cottage on the Llano River “Country serenity with modern conveniences“ www.castellcottage.com / 325-248-4270 M & M’s Bed and Breakfast “The recently renovated house was built in 1900“ www. mnmbnb.com / 325-247-3422 Springs of Cold Creek “A rambling house with country charm and decor” www.springsofcoldcreek.com / 325-251 -6611 Walden Plantation “Rental Kayaks available to lounge in the river“ www.waldenplantation.com / 325-247-2046 New Braunfels, TX Area Attractions • Guadalupe River - Tube, raft, kayak, canoe and much more. One of the prettiest rivers in Texas. Number 15 of Texas’ 15 Most Scenic Spots, Texas Highways Magazine. For more information about tube rental, water rules, entry and exit locations visit: www.nbcham.org • Comal River - Float the 3 mile, crystal clear river that flows from large springs in New Braunfels to the Guadalupe river. Often called the amusement park of the Texas rivers. For more information about tube rental, water rules, entry and exit locations visit: www.nbcham.org • Schlitterbahn Water Park - Continuously voted as the world’s ‘Best Water Park’ by Amusement Today’s respected Golden Ticket Awards. www.schlitterbahn.com / 830-625-2351 • Natural Bridge Caverns - The largest caverns in the state of Texas. www.naturalbridgecaverns.com 210-651-6101 • Texas Ski Ranch - Enjoy world class wake boarding at the only Texas Lake where you can ski without a boat. www.texasskiranch.com / 830-627-2843 • Gruene Hall - Visit the oldest continually running dance hall in Texas. www.gruenehall.com / 830-606-1281 • Canyon Lake - Limitless outdoor, water activities! www.nbcham.org Area Campsite Options Oxford Ranch Campground www.oxfordranchcamp.net / 325-247-1639 gTjBezu$ P Poppy’s Point (On Lake Buchanan) www.poppyspointe.net / 512-793-3922 Bed and Breakfast Options gTjBzH$ Acorn Hill Bed & Breakfast “Adorable and very well decorated“ www.acornhillbb.com / 830-907-2597 Llano River Golf and RV Resort www.llanotx.com/city/LlanoMunicipalGolfCourse. htm / 325-247-5100 Antoinette’s Cottage “The oldest house in Gruene” www. antoinettescottage.com / 830-606-6929 gTjBz$ 7 50 miles southwest of Austin Page 5 Comal Inn “Just a short walk to Schlitterbahn WaterPark” www.comalinn.com / 830-629-6060 Firefly Inn Bed & Breakfast “A beautiful hillside retreat near canyon lake“ www.fireflyinn.com / 800-687-2887 Gruene Apple Bed & Breakfast “Each room has its own story“ www.grueneapple.com / 830-643-1234 Gruene Homestead Inn “A charming collection of distinctive farmhouses“ www.gruenehomesteadinn.com / 830-606-0216 Gruene Mansion Inn “A restored original 1870’s cotton plantation” www.gruenemansioninn.com / 830-629-2641 Gruene River Inn “The view from the private balcony is truly breath-taking“ www.grueneriverinn.com / 830-627-1600 Kuebler Waldrip Haus and Danville Schoolhouse “An original Texas schoolhouse from 1863” www.kueblerwaldrip.com / 830-625-8300 Lamb’s Rest Inn “True Texas hospitality“ www.lambsrestinn.com / 830-609-3932 Prince Solms Inn “In continuous operation since 1898” www.princesolmsinn.com / 830-625-9169 The Hunter Road Stagecoach Stop “This historic homestead is thought to be Bonito“ www.stagecoachbedandbreakfast.com 830-620-9453 Area Camping Options 2nd Crossing Camp www.2ndcrossingcamp.com / 830-620-4036 gTjBezuH$ P Billy Goat’s Gruff www.billy-goats-gruff.com / 830-643-4146 gTjBezuH$ P Canyon Falls RV Park (Canyon Lake) www.canyonfallsrvpark.com / 830-964-4456 gTjBezuH$ P Creek Hollow RV Park (Canyon Lake) www.creekhollowrv.com / 830-899-7121 gTjBezu$ P Gilligan’s Island www.gilligansislandnb.com / 830-964-2456 gTjBezuH$ P Hill Country RV Resort & Cottage Rentals www.hillcountryrvresortnb.com / 830-625-1919 gTjBez$ O’Henry’s Hideaway www.ohenryshideaway.com / 830-964-4443 gTjBezuH$ P Rainbow Camp & River Outfitters www.rainbowcamp.us / 830-964-2227 gTjBezuH$ P Rio Raft & Resort www.rioraft.com / 877-RIO-RAFT gTjBezuH$ Riverside Resort-RV Park & Campground www.riversideresort.net / 830-964-3629 gTjBezuH$ P Roy’s Rentals & Campgrounds www.roysrentals.com / 830-964-3721 gTjBezuH$ P Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park (Canyon Lake) www.jellystonehillcountry.com / 877-964-3731 gTjBezuH$ P Page 6 San Marcos, TX 36 miles south of Austin 8 Area Attractions • • Shop Prime and Tanger Outlet Stores www.tangeroutlet.com www.primeoutlets.com Area Camping Options Canyon Trail RV Resort www.canyontrailrv.com / 888-616-3540 gTjBez$ Blind Salamander Riverfront RV Park www.blindsalamanderrvpark.com / 512-392-1512 Aquarena Center - Take glass bottom boat or kayak rides to explore the San Marcos River. www.aquarena.txstate.edu 512-245-7570 gTjzuH$ P • Wonderworld Park - An educational theme park featureing the Balcones Fault Line Cave. www.wonderworldpark.com / 512-392-3760 gTzuH$ P • Float the San Marcos River - Constant 72 degree water comes from the beautiful, natural Aquarena Springs. For more information about tube rental, water rules, entry and exit locations visit: www.tubesanmarcos.com / 512-396-5466 • Visit Dick’s Classic Car Museum 512-878-2406 • Tour local vineyards and / or wineries www.texaswinetrail.com San Marcos River Retreat www.sanmarcosriverretreat.com / 512-392-6171 Shady Grove Campground www.spencercanoes.net / 512-357-6113 gTjBezuH$ *Also See Campsites near New Braunfels, TX Bed and Breakfast Options Alexandra’s House “Charming and tastefully decorated” www.alexandrashousetx.com / 512-667-0107 Crystal River Inn “Features a fun murder mystery by the river package” www.crystalriverinn.com / 888-396-3739 Eastwood Hill “A Victorian country home dating back to 1850” www.eastwoodhill.com / 512-805-0200 Lime Kiln Vineyard Bed and Breakfast “Serves delicious ice cream sundaes poolside” www.limekilnvineyard.com / 512-392-3145 Page 7 Spicewood, Horseshoe Bay, & Marble Falls, TX 9 About 40 miles northwest of Austin Area Attractions Bed and Breakfast Options Bella Vista Bed and Breakfast “A true piece of Texas“ www.bellavistabedandbreakfast.com 281-376-0455 • Hunting and fishing - Native game fish abound in lakes and streams. Fall and winter hunting seasons offer plentiful game. Cassidy House “You can fish right off the dock” www.cassidyhouse.com / 866-798-9118 • The Highland Lakes of Buchanan, Inks, LBJ, Marble Falls, Travis, and Austin. Power boating, water skiing, kayaking, canoeing, swimming, diving, sunbathing and fishing. Area Camping Options • • Krause Springs (Spicewood, TX) - A privately owned, swimming and camping area. Featuring mini falls and a natural spring pool. www.krausesprings.net / 830-693-4181 gTjz$ Pace Bend Natural Park (Spicewood) - Enjoy boating, fishing, hiking and much more. www.co.travis.tx.us/tnr/parks/pace_bend.asp gTjBezuH$ P • The Falls on the Colorado Museum (Marble Falls, TX) www.fallsmuseum.org / 830-798-2157 • Sweet Berry Farm (Marble Falls) - Pick your own strawberries and blackberries, enjoy hayrides, a petting zoo and much more. www.sweetberryfarm.com / 830-798-1462 • Hofbrau RV Park www.hofbrau-rvpark.com / 830-798-4004 Tour local vineyards and / or wineries www.texaswinetrail.com Krause Springs Campgrounds (Spicewood, TX) www.krausesprings.net / 830-693-4181 Pace Bend RV Park www.pacebendrvpark.com / 512-382-6295 gTjBezuH$ Riverview RV Park (Marble Falls) www.highlandlakes.com/riverview/index.htm 830-693-3910 gTjBezH$ Sunset Point on Lake LBJ www.sunsetpointlbj.com / 830-798-8199 gTjBezH$ Page 8 Wimberley, TX 10 32 miles southwest of Austin Area Attractions • Wimberley Market Days - 1st Saturday monthly. The oldest outdoor market in the Texas Hill Country and the second-largest in the state. www.shopmarketdays.com • Wimberley Glass Works - Shop and enjoy artistic glass blowing demonstrations. www.wgw.com / 800-929-6686 • Wimberley Zip Line Adventures - Soar over canyons and creeks with breathtaking 15-mile views of the Wimberley Valley. www.wimberleyzipline.com / 512-847-9990 • 7A Ranch Resort - Take a step back in time to an 1880’s Pioneer Town. www.7aresort.com / 512-847-2517 • Bella Vista Ranch - Tour a working olive orchard, then taste fresh olive oil and wines in the tasting room at. www.texasoliveoil.com / 512-847-6514 Blair House Inn “One of the top five B and B’s in Texas” by Texas Highways Magazine www.BlairHouseInn.com / 512-847-1111 Creekhaven Inn “The outdoor fountains and ponds add to the wonderful and relaxing ambience “ www.creekhaveninn.com / 512-847-9344 Highpoint Manor “Fall in love with manor residents: Daisy Mae the pig and her donkey friend, Bridget” www.highpointmanorinn.com / 512-847-5225 Prow’d House “The full country breakfast is amazing!” www.prowdhouse.com / 866-720-7666 Serenity Farm House Inn “Gourmet European breakfasts delivered to your door “ www.serenityfarmhouseinn-spa.com 512-847-0925 Southwind “Beautiful sunsets, gentle breezes, and the peaceful serenity” www.southwindbedandbreak.com / 512-847-5277 • Rough Creek Lavendar Fields - Pick your own lavender from 5,000 lavender plants. www.roughcreeklavender.com 512-847-2888 Wimberley Inn “Very spacious and comfy rooms“ www.wimberleyinn.com / 512-847-3750 • Cypress Falls Swimming Hole in Woodcreek Swim, hike and much more. www.friendsofbluehole.org / 847-6480 Area Camping Options • • Blue Hole Regional Park - A Texas Treasure Swim, hike and much more. www.friendsofbluehole.org / 512-847-0025 Tour local vineyards and / or wineries www.texaswinetrail.com Buena Vista RV Park www.wimberley.org/d/1282654_12663.htm 512-847-2307 gTjz$ Green Acres RV Park www. greenacresrv.com / 512-847-3772 gTjz$ Bed and Breakfast Options Bella Vista “Elegance, style and charm“ www.bellavistawimberley.com / 512-847-6425 Shady Oaks RV Resort www.shadyoaks-rv.com / 512-847-1960 gTjBezu$ Page 9 Hill Country Festivals Wild West Fest - Dripping Springs www.dswildwestfest.com/ Each month in the Hill Country there are exciting festivals to satisfy a wide range of interests. Come enjoy the local flavor of the Texas Hill Country anytime throughout the year. November March Art and Artisans Festival - LBJ Wildflower Center www.wildflower.org / 512-292-4200 April Food & Wine Fest - Fredericksburg www.fbgfoodandwinefest.com Texas Hill Country Wine and Food Festival www.texaswineandfood.org / 512-249-6300 Wurstfest - New Braunfels www.wurstfest.com / 830-625-9167 The Wimberley Pie Social - Wimberley www.wimwic.org/html/calendar.html Gruene Christmas Market Days www.gruenemarketdays.com Founders Day Festival - Dripping Springs www.foundersdayfestival.com / 512-858-4725 December May Sights and Sounds of Christmas - San Marcos www.sights-n-sounds.org / 512-353-1258 Hill Country Run Motorcycle Rally - Luchenbach www.hillcountryrun.com Christmas on Mercer Street - Dripping Springs http://dspard.synthasite.com Viva Cinco de Mayo - San Marcos www.vivacincodemayo.org / 512-353-8482 Greune Christmas Market Days - Greune www.gruenemarketdays.com Fredericksburg Crawfish Festival www.tex-fest.com/crawfish/index.htm Winters Eve on the Square - Wimberley www.wimberley.org June Main Street in Bethlehem - Burnet www.burnetchamber.org/6294277_65735.htm Blanco Lavender Festival www.blancolavenderfest.com / 877-99GO-TEX July Hill Country Gourmet Salsa Festival - Fredericksburg www.tex-fest.com/gcp/ Gourmet Chili Pepper & Salsa Festival Wildseed Farms, Outside of Fredericksburg www.wildseedfarms.com/chili_and_salsa_festival.htm August Blanco County Fair and Rodeo www.bcfra.org / 830-868-7684 September Texas Hill Country Lodging and Reservation Assistance Sometimes wading through the masses of vacation lodging options can be daunting. Listed below are some companies that specialize in the information and booking for the Texas Hill Country area. First Class Bed and Breakfast Reservation Service www.fredericksburg-lodging.com / 888-991-6749 Gastehaus Schmidt www.fbglodging.com / 866-427-8374 Dripping with Taste: Wine and Food Festival www.dswildwestfest.com Main Street Bed and Breakfast Reservation Service www.travelmainstreet.com / 888-559-8555 October New Braunfels Bed and Breakfast Association www.texasbedandbreakfast.com Oktoberfest - Fredericksburg www.oktoberfestinfbg.com Lone Star Gourd Festival - Fredericksburg www.texasgourdsociety.org Wimberley Reservations www.wimberleyreservations.com / 512-847-5898 Texas Mesquite Art Festival - Fredericksburg www.texasmesquiteassn.org / 830-480-8515 Partnerships Built On Trust.