Cottonwood Shores, Texas

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Eleven one-of-a-kind glamping suites on the highest hilltop in the Hill Country.

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The hilltop, by the numbers

One Hill, Eleven Ways to Sleep On It

11
Unique stays
24
Sleeps
360°
Views
<1 hr
From Austin
Domes

Sleep Beneath the Sky

Clear-panelled domes with private telescopes turn the night into the main event. Watch the stars through the ceiling without leaving the covers.

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Cliff Houses

Perched at the Edge

Wide windows framed for the evening light, private decks, and the lake turning gold at dusk. Named for the show they put on nightly.

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Open-air

The Simplest Yes

Tipis and elevated retreats for the nights you want nothing between you and the Hill Country but canvas and a wide dark sky.

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Thoughtful comfort

In Every Suite

King or queen bed
Air conditioning
Wi-Fi throughout
Charging outlets
A private deck of your own
360° hilltop views
Best rate, booked direct

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Discover Our Suites

Come stay with us and sleep under the stars! From a clear star-gazing dome perched 20 feet in the air to Safari Tents, Tipis, and Belle Tents — each with private decks. Our rooms have king or queen beds, air conditioning, wifi, charging outlets, and more. One hour perfect staycation for Austin and San Antonio and just a few hours drive from Dallas and Houston.

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5-star guestimonials from people like you

What Our Guests Are Saying…

★★★★★

“There are no words that can explain this experience. The views were out of this world! The stardome room was elite to match the amenities. Overall 10 out 10 would recommend! You won’t regret it — it’s worth every penny!”

Demond AllenSeptember 2024
★★★★★

“I am so happy I found this place! It was just so beautiful and relaxing! I will be back for a girls night stay since they are loving the videos I am sending! Thank you so much for your hospitality and being available for any questions I had!”

Ruby BorregoSeptember 2024
★★★★★

“We needed a place to disconnect ourself from the routine, but found a gem where to reconnect our marriage!! Such a beautiful, romantic and cozy place!! We stayed at the Bayview Cliff House and of course we will come back!!”

Cindy ConsuegraSeptember 2024
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Straight From the Hilltop

Our guests take the best photos. Follow along for golden hour, clear-dome nights, and the view that writes its own caption.

@theretreatonthehill
Just one hour from Austin, but somehow a whole world away 🌿⁠
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📹️: @aavi_divi_mommy⁠

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The Twins Suite understood the assignment 🌅

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You deserve another getaway before summer ends. ☀️ ⁠
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Take 20% off all stays booked before the end of summer with code BEATTHEHEAT20

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Book your Labor Day plans 👀⁠
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🎥 @puchy_dai

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The world can wait✨️⁠
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Right now, it's just the two of us, the Hill Country, and memories in the making.

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Sunsets like this deserve a front-row seat 🌷

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This is your sign to stop waiting for the perfect weekend ☀️

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Sleep Under the Stars

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