For reservations 512-858-4547

Innkeepers

Charles and Sherry Haydon

Address Homestead at the Dripping Springs Bed & Breakfast

500 Mercer Street Dripping Springs, Texas 78620

SECTION PAGE ABOUT 2 HOMESTEAD HISTORY 2-3 BUTLER CABIN 4 CLARA’S HOUSE 5 WILLIE MAE’S COTTAGE 6 ROOMS, RATES, POLICIES 7 EXTRAS 8 LOCAL 9 REVIEWS 10-11

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ABOUT

Welcome to the historic Homestead at the Dripping Springs. We want to let you know a little about our

bed and breakfast. Each of our three dwellings is unique to their time period, style, and setting. We are

centrally located in the Historic District of Dripping Springs, yet close to shops, wedding venues, wine

trails, parks, and beautiful country roads.

HOMESTEAD HISTORY

This historic site in downtown Dripping Springs was established in 1854 by John Moss, whose wife is

credited with giving our community its name as tribute to the dripping springs located on the property.

In 1871, B.J. Marshall moved the frame section of the main house to its current location and added a

rock portion. Mr. Marshall became postmaster for the community and operated the post office out of

the home. The Homestead was the stagecoach stop for the Austin to Fredericksburg postal route.

Unfortunately, Mr. Marshall’s tenure as postmaster and master of the Homestead was short lived as he

passed away in 1872, and Mrs. Marshall remarried to W.T. Chapman. It was Mr. Chapman who laid out

the town site for Dripping Springs, and Mercer Street is named for their son, Mercer Chapman. The

Marshall-Chapman clan owned the property until 1942 when John W. and Clara Wilson purchased the

home and surrounding 77 acres.

Today, the property remains with the Wilson descendants. Also on the property, sitting just to the east

of the main house, affectionately known as Clara’s House is the Butler Cabin. Although not an original

part of the property, this historic cabin was built in the 1850s about four miles east of Dripping Springs.

It was moved to its current location at the Homestead in 2007.

In 2016, Willie Mae’s Cottage was built just west of Clara’s House. Our new cottage is named for Willie

Mae Wilson Haydon who is the mother of current owner, Charles Haydon. She lived on the property

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with her family, John and Clara Wilson, in Clara’s House during the 1930s. Willie Mae’s Cottage is

constructed of rock salvaged on the property from the old smokehouse. The cottage is built similar to

Clara’s House with thick, rock walls and board/batten construction. Many architectural artifacts were

used to create a comfortable space reminiscent of the 1870s.

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BUTLER CABIN

The BUTLER CABIN, a restored 1850 log cabin, has an antique high-back wooden bed, rocking chairs and

an antique wardrobe reflecting the time period.

Includes free continental breakfast, flat screen TV, queen-sized beds, hairdryers, and a snack basket full

of goodies.

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CLARA’S HOUSE

CLARA’S HOUSE, an 1870s home that is a State Historical Landmark and is on the National Register, has 2

bedrooms, a full kitchen, living room, dining room, and bath with tiled tub/shower. The house contains

many antiques, some belonging to the family.

Includes free continental breakfast, flat screen TV, queen-sized beds, hairdryers, and a snack basket full

of goodies.

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WILLIE MAE’S COTTAGE

The newest addition to the Homestead is WILLIE MAE’S COTTAGE. It is a rock and board/batten cottage

with a tiled walk-in shower, large bathroom, kitchenette and breakfast nook that looks out on the large

oak tree and swing.

Includes free continental breakfast, flat screen TV, queen-sized beds, hairdryers, and a snack basket full

of goodies.

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ROOMS, RATES, AND POLICIES

Homestead at the Dripping Springs is the site of three distinct, but equally welcoming, buildings for your

stay in Downtown Dripping Springs:

Clara's House: Daily rate is $150 plus tax, double occupancy. Additional person is $25 per person, per

day.

Butler Cabin: Daily rate is $120 plus tax.

Willie Mae's Cottage: Daily rate is $135 plus tax.

All three facilities offer free continental breakfast, flat screen TV, queen-sized beds, hairdryers, and a

snack basket full of goodies. The area behind the houses has a huge oak tree which shades chairs, table,

large swing, and washer pitching pits. It also leads to the steps to the original “dripping spring.”

Note: Check-in time is 3:00PM and check-out time is 12:00PM (Noon)

For reservations please call 512-858-4547.

Reservations are confirmed by sending one-half of the reservation amount. No-shows and guests

departing early will be charged the full amount of any reservation.

Cancellation policy: Cancellations prior to the reservation date will be refunded minus a $25 charge.

Deposits will be forfeited if cancellation is within the week of the reservation.

We accept only cash or check.

OTHER POLICIES AND ADVISORIES

Please respect a smoke-free environment in all facilities.

Candles are not permitted in facilities.

Facilities are not equipped for children.

No pets, please, however there are boarding facilities in the area.

Facilities are not handicapped accessible.

Rates and policies listed may be subject to change.

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EXTRAS

The Homestead at the Dripping Springs is pleased to offer these extras to celebrate a special occasion or

simply personalize and enhance your stay at our historic bed and breakfast. To add these extras to your

stay, or for more information, call us at 512-858-4547.

FLOWERS IN YOUR ROOM

Seasonal Bouquets (starting at $30)

Dozen Roses ($45)

Single Rose ($12)

PACKAGES

Dipped Chocolate Strawberries ($15)

Fruit & Cheese Tray ($25)

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LOCAL

For our local attractions and the latest Dripping Springs events, be sure to visit

destinationdrippingsprings.com.

Who needs Europe? The Texas Hill Country, west of Austin and north of San Antonio, might be the next

best thing to crossing the Atlantic. The region is lush, colorful and, unlike much of the pancake-flat state,

dotted with beautiful green hills that are evocative of Tuscany or the south of France. Moreover, the

region is speckled with 22 wineries that buzz with food and music festivals year round.” — The New York

Times

Known as the “Gateway to the Hill Country”, Dripping Springs is perfectly situated in one of the nation’s

most popular destination spots. While conveniently located just minutes from Austin, Dripping Springs is

a world away from the city grind and just a stone’s skip from award-winning wineries, microbreweries,

world-class antiquing, olive orchards, outdoor adventures, and more.

The following provides just a taste of what lies in store for you, your friends and family to experience

and explore near Dripping Springs.

Wineries– Within minutes of downtown Dripping Springs are award-winning wineries including

Driftwood Estate, Duchman Family Winery, Texas Hills Vineyard, Spicewood Vineyards, Stone House

Vineyard, McReynolds Winery, and more. For detailed information including tasting room hours,

texaswinetrail.com.

Wedding Venues - Dripping Springs is the official "Wedding Capital of Texas" and we can lay claim to

some of the most beautiful venues. Many are tucked away down beautiful country roads but, thanks to

the Homestead's central location, you'll be close to them all.

Shopping – Just down the road is the charming village of Wimberley. Situated around the town square

and just beyond are a variety of unique and locally owned shops filled with special antiques, art,

furnishings, and more.

Nature - Dripping Springs is nestled next to one of the state’s most visited parks, Pedernales Falls State

Park, which holds a dramatic waterfall as its centerpiece. Hamilton Pool Nature Preserve, also nearby,

likewise boasts a breathtaking 50 foot rock overhang and waterfall.

Olive Orchards – With weather and landscape evocative of Provence and Tuscany, it is no surprise olive

orchards have begun to flourish in this neck of the woods. Nearby Texas Hill Country Olive Company has

robust olive orchards and a fun and delicious tasting room with more than just olive oil.

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REVIEWS

What our guests are saying about their stay at the Homestead at the Dripping Springs...

"Definitely my first choice for lodging when I’m back in Dripping Springs."

- Barbara P.

"It is such a treasure and we felt like we had stepped back in time."

- Emily M.

"Another blessed stay at The Homestead! Looking forward to having the total 'compound' for our family

Christmas. Our home away from home."

- Leo and Virginia N.

"Fantastic place...we will be back...awesome pumpkin bread! Loved it!"

- Drew and Maricella F.

"Thank you so much for preserving history! Would recommend to anyone."

- Chantal and Mark

"We loved the house and hospitality! It completed our mother-daughter weekend."

- Lori and Morgan S.

"Quaint and lovely."

- Chris and Lance L.

"We had a delightful get away in Dripping Springs! Willie Mae’s Cottage is so beautiful and comfortable

— you thought of everything. Appreciate attention to detail and hospitality."

- Gerald and Cheryl G.

"Willie Mae’s Cottage became our second home...Slowing down...time to enjoy!"

- Jed and Alan B.

"Such a peaceful place to visit...outstanding job."

- Pat F.

"We loved Willie Mae’s Cottage and the deep traditions it holds. The love and warmth gone into

creating this beautiful cottage...evident."

- Steven and Shelly C.

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"Awesome cabin - we were pleasantly surprised. It is really beautiful. We’ll sure to come back."

- Ray and Inez C.

"Truly a treasure."

- Orlando and Blanca

"Loved cabin...every detail took us back to time at our Grandparents' house."

- Terry and Melissa

"Came to spend New Year’s...we loved it! Attention to detail in every corner is just perfect."

- Linda and Shane

"We came to Dripping Springs to dance to Asleep at the Wheel at Mercer St. Dancehall. Perfect location

to walk the town and enjoy the charm. Cabin is a wonderful piece of history…peaceful and charming."

- George and Lori B.

"Enjoyed visiting the spring, sitting under the big tree and rocking on the front porch."

- Tammy and Sean