Title: Ursa Major at The Retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk

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# Ursa Major at The Retreat

## Photo gallery for Ursa Major at The Retreat

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- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

 Ursa Major at The Retreat provides amenities, such as a firepit and a hot tub. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. 

## Reviews

8.0

Very good

### Entire home

1 bathroom

## Popular amenities

- Hot tub
- Kitchen
- Pet-friendly
- Air-conditioning
- Parking available
- Barbecue grill

£516

includes taxes & fees

27 Mar - 28 Mar

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## About this property

### Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

### Ursa Major at The Retreat

Stay in a stunning mirror house overlooking Michael Ross Winery’s vineyard, just 5 min from Main Street Fredericksburg. Inside, enjoy a queen bed, kitchenette, dining table, TV & Wi-Fi. Outside, relax on your deck with a hot tub, fire pit, hammock & lounge chairs and grill a local grass-fed steak from the Butcher at Dutchman\`s Market. Perfect for wine weekends, stargazing, or a romantic escape under the Texas sky! ($75 per pet per stay)

## Property amenities

### Beach

- Beach towels

### Pool/Spa

- Hot tub

### Internet

- Available in the house: WiFi

### Parking and transport

- Parking on site

### Kitchenette

- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Refrigerator
- Spices

### Dining

- Dining table

### Bedrooms

- Bedsheets provided

### Bathroom

- 1 bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Towels provided

### Living spaces

- Dining table
- Separate dining area

### Entertainment

- TV

### Outdoor areas

- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Firepit

### Work spaces

- Desk

### Comfort

- Air conditioning
- Heating

### Pets

- Pet friendly

### Suitability/Accessibility

- Smoke-free property

### Services and conveniences

- Iron/ironing board

### Location highlights

- In a rural location

### Safety features

- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM 

Minimum check-in age - 25 

### Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

### Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions 

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools 

### Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Note from host: $75/pet/stay

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

### Events

No events allowed 

### Smoking

Smoking is not permitted 

## Important information

### You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 

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 first aid kit 

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 

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 

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

### Property is also known as

464291

## About the area

Located in Fredericksburg, this holiday home is in a rural area. Fort Martin Scott Historic Site and Pioneer Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Wildseed Farms and Enchanted Rock Fissure. [Visit our Fredericksburg travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fredericksburg.dx6059096)

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Gillespie County, TX

### What's nearby

- ![Yum!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6059096/90a54158-3a91-4e1d-87b0-f0644ed2f047.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Main Street  
6 min drive \- 3.8 miles
- ![Admiral Nimitz Museum Fredericksburg](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6161517/a1658ae5-11c1-4eba-b780-e906b31118e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
National Museum of the Pacific War  
6 min drive \- 4.0 miles
- Fort Martin Scott Historic Site  
3 min drive \- 1.9 miles
- Fredericksburg Theater Company  
6 min drive \- 4.5 miles
- Barons Creek Vineyards  
6 min drive \- 4.7 miles

### Getting around

- San Antonio International Airport (SAT)  
80 min drive

### Restaurants

- Whataburger  
6 min drive
- Chik-fil-A  
7 min drive
- Burger King  
10 min drive
- Chicken Express  
10 min drive
- McDonald's  
8 min drive

## Frequently asked questions

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## Ursa Major at The Retreat Reviews

## Reviews

### Very good

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.

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### 10

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## Reviews

Verified

### 8/10 Good

#### Brian D.

23 Feb 2026

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

The host Vanessa was very gracious, and the site definitely lived up to the pictures. Great location and amenities, would recommend.

##### Brian D.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

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