Title: The Pearl / Casita #8 - Private Porch, Luxury, Country Feels, Walk to Wineries Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=107080797&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # The Pearl / Casita #8 - Private Porch, Luxury, Country Feels, Walk to Wineries Cabin in Stonewall ## Photo gallery for The Pearl / Casita #8 - Private Porch, Luxury, Country Feels, Walk to Wineries ![Smart TV - The Pearl / Casita #8 - Private Porch, Luxury, Country Feels, Walk to Wineries (Stonewall)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107090000/107080800/107080797/0bdd670e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - The Pearl / Casita #8 - Private Porch, Luxury, Country Feels, Walk to Wineries (Stonewall)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107090000/107080800/107080797/ee2bafb4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - The Pearl / Casita #8 - Private Porch, Luxury, Country Feels, Walk to Wineries (Stonewall)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107090000/107080800/107080797/264e7368.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - The Pearl / Casita #8 - Private Porch, Luxury, Country Feels, Walk to Wineries (Stonewall)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107090000/107080800/107080797/c865fe0a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Pearl / Casita #8 - Private Porch, Luxury, Country Feels, Walk to Wineries (Stonewall)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107090000/107080800/107080797/125a8668.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience the tranquil atmosphere at The Pearl, a Luxury Casita in Texas Hill Country. Unwind on the private porch with open country views or relax in the expansive outdoor area while watching wildlife and sunsets. Enjoy wine tasting nearby at Featherstone Ranch Vineyards and savor a comfortable queen bed for restful nights. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Pearl / Casita #8 - Private Porch, Luxury, Country Feels, Walk to Wineries Your Texas Wine Country adventure begins at this Luxury Casita. 1 Private Bedroom, Expansive Shower, Private Porch, Outdoor Sitting Area....Everything you need to Relax & Reset. Texas Hill Country quiet but surrounded by Texas Wineries, LBJ National Park & more! The Pearl offers a private porch w/open country views, private bedroom with Queen Bed & TV, Coffee Bar, Microwave, Mini-fridge. The Pearl has a large outdoor area. Sip wine & watch the wildlife & the sunsets! Fredericksburg, Texas is only 15 minutes away! The Pearl is Nestled in a peaceful setting, our cozy retreat offers everything you need for an amazing stay. The bedroom features a comfortable queen bed, ensuring a restful night's sleep for our guests. Also available is a living room futon and queen blow up mattress. With amenities like heating, hair dryer, iron, AC, and WiFi, you'll have all the conveniences of home. The bathroom is equipped with a massive shower and a hair dryer. Whether you're exploring the nearby attractions or simply relaxing on the porch, it's easy to see why you'll be able to unwind at our place. Walking distance to the new - Featherstone Ranch Vineyards. Wine Tasting Room & Vineyards Opening Fall 2024!! Shop wines online at www.featherstoneranch.com & we can deliver wine to your Casita! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cabin: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Microwave - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Outdoor furniture - Porch/lanai ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ## About the area Stonewall is home to this cabin. Ab Astris Winery and Kuhlman Cellars are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Wildseed Farms and Texas Hill Country Wineries. [Visit our Stonewall travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stonewall.dx6049573) [View more Cabin rentals in Stonewall](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stonewall-Cabins.d6049573-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=30.250511,-98.60711&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:ydtwDlezxQ%40Q%3FQ%3FS%40Q%3FO%40Q%40Q%40S%40Q%40OBQ%40QBQBQBQBQBOBQDQBODODQDQDMFQDODQFMFQFMFOFOFMFOHMFOHMHOHKHMHMHMHMJMHKJMHKJKJKJKJKJIJKLIJKLGJKLGJILILILELILGLGLELGNELGLENELENELENCLCNCLCNCNCNALANCN%3FNANALAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40N%40N%40N%3FLBN%40N%40NBLBNBNBLBNBLDNDLDNDLDLFNDLFLDLFLFLHLDLHJHLHLFJJLFJJJHLJJHJLJHJJHJJJJLHJJLHLHLHLHLHJHNHLFNHLFNFLFNFNFLFPDLFPDNFPDNDNDPBNDNBPDPBNBPBPBPBP%40PBP%40N%40P%40R%40P%40P%3FN%40P%3FR%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FPAP%3FPAPAPAPAPAPCPAPCPCPCPCNCPEPCNEPCNENEPENGPENGNENGNGNGNGLGNGNILGNILILILILILILILKJILKJKLIJKJKHKJKJMJKHKHMHKHMHMHKHMFMFMHMFMDMFMFODMFMDODMDOBMDODMBOBOBMBOBO%40O%40M%40O%40O%40O%40O%3FM%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAM%3FOAOAOAOAMAOAOCOCMCOCMCOEMEOCMEOEMEMGOEMGMGMEMGMIMGMGMIKIMIKIMIKIMIKKKKKIKKKKKKIMKKIMKKIMIMIMIMIMIMIMGOIMGOGOGMGOGOGOGOEOEOGQEMEQEQEOCQEOCQCQCOCQCQCQAQCQAQAQAQAQAQ%3FQAQ%3FQ%3FQAQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=dfzHLgjxtDvQ33aUMhfQyK1DpwM=) Stonewall, TX ### What's nearby - ![Texas Flag in a Field of Bluebonnets](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633936136736/26337c84-e3b1-4a17-bff2-45571053f5ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Wildseed Farms 15 min drive \- 14.7 miles - Ab Astris Winery 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Lyndon B. Johnson State Park 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Barons Creek Vineyards 18 min drive \- 17.2 miles - Enchanted Rock Fissure 27 min drive \- 25.6 miles ### Getting around - San Antonio International Airport (SAT) 75 min drive ### Restaurants - Albert Ice House 13 min drive - William Chris Vineyards 6 min drive - Hye Thai 6 min drive - Garrison Brothers Distillery 12 min drive - Foyt Winery 10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Pearl / Casita #8 - Private Porch, Luxury, Country Feels, Walk to Wineries pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Pearl / Casita #8 - Private Porch, Luxury, Country Feels, Walk to Wineries? ### What time is check-in at The Pearl / Casita #8 - Private Porch, Luxury, Country Feels, Walk to Wineries? ### What time is check-out at The Pearl / Casita #8 - Private Porch, Luxury, Country Feels, Walk to Wineries? ### Where is The Pearl / Casita #8 - Private Porch, Luxury, Country Feels, Walk to Wineries located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Pearl / Casita #8 - Private Porch, Luxury, Country Feels, Walk to Wineries Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional 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. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### kulhanek g. 15 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing and quiet. Great place to meet up with family and friends super nice Casitas. ##### kulhanek g. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Allison C. 20 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Divine stay all around What a gem! The Pearl is even cuter in person. Unique decor, roomy bathroom and shower, and nice loungey living area. Loved the outdoor lighting and chairs to hang out w our dogs too. Great location off 290 for peace and quiet and seeing stars. PLUS the Featherstone Ranch Vineyard is walking distance! We loved the winery experience, wonderful artist for live music, food was good and highly recommend the Rose wine. ##### Allison C. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark H. 1 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### All good Enjoyed our stay. Property was as pictured and described online; everything was clean and in good condition. Plenty of room for two people ; probably would work ok for four if you’re ok sharing space. Property is a little “off the beaten path” but didn’t have any problem getting there. Access system worked well. Had one minor problem with the tv and the response was quick, which was much appreciated. All in all very favorable. ##### Mark H. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shana I. 26 Dec 2025 ##### Shana I. 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