The Cactus House, A Serene Pet-Friendly Home in the 42 Acre Lost Pines Shire

Bring the whole family—including the dogs—to a peaceful three-bedroom retreat on 42 wooded acres in the Lost Pines, just 15 minutes from downtown Bastrop.

The Cactus House sleeps eight and features a fully fenced backyard, oversized covered porch, full kitchen, fast Wi-Fi, fire pit, and plenty of space to relax. Best of all, dogs stay free. 🐾

THE SPACE

With three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and generous indoor and outdoor gathering areas, the Cactus House is ideal for families, groups of friends, and guests traveling with dogs.

Sleeping arrangements include:

• Primary bedroom with a king-size bed, spacious closet, and en-suite bathroom

• Second bedroom with a queen-size bed

• Bunk room with two twin-over-twin bunk beds, providing four individual twin beds

• Fresh linens, pillows, and towels provided

The home comfortably sleeps up to eight guests without relying on air mattresses or shared living-room sleeping space.

KITCHEN & INDOOR AMENITIES

The fully equipped kitchen makes it easy to prepare meals for the entire group. It includes:

• Full-size refrigerator

• Electric range and oven

• Microwave

• Dishwasher

• Keurig coffee maker with coffee provided

• Cookware, dishes, utensils, and basic cooking essentials

The house also features:

• Central air conditioning and heat

• Fast Wi-Fi

• 50-inch smart TV

• Electric fireplace with heat

• Full-size washer and dryer

FENCED YARD & COVERED PORCH

Step outside onto the 400-square-foot covered back porch, furnished with a bench swing and plenty of space to unwind. It’s a comfortable place for morning coffee, outdoor meals, wildlife watching, or relaxing after a day in Bastrop.

The porch overlooks an approximately 1,000-square-foot fully fenced backyard with:

• A fire pit with firewood provided

• A propane grill

• Outdoor seating

• Dog bowls

• Porch swing

DOGS STAY FREE 🐕

Dogs are welcome with no additional pet fee. The fenced backyard gives them a convenient outdoor area, while the larger property offers wooded trails and gravel roads to explore with you.

Please supervise dogs outside the fenced yard and keep them under your control while exploring the shared property.

EXPLORE THE LOST PINES

Guests are welcome to enjoy the trails and natural scenery throughout the 42-acre property. Walk beneath the pines, watch for wildlife, or bring your bikes to explore the gravel roads.

Nearby attractions include:

• Approximately 15 minutes to downtown Bastrop

• Approximately 8 miles to Bastrop State Park

• A short drive to Lake Bastrop

• Approximately 10 miles to the Colorado River and kayak rentals

• Easy access to Sherwood Forest Faire

• A convenient drive to Round Top and its antique shows

EASY ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE

The Cactus House has a private gated entrance and driveway parking for up to four vehicles. Before arrival, you’ll receive the gate and house entry codes needed for a simple, contactless check-in.

Checkout is designed to be straightforward and easy with no extra cleaning fee.

GOOD TO KNOW

• The Cactus House is located on a gated 42-acre property shared with three other vacation rentals and several family residences

• Guests may encounter deer, insects, and other wildlife outdoors

• Fire-pit use depends on current local burn restrictions

TRAVELING WITH A LARGER GROUP?

The property also includes the Cottage at Lost Pines and two handcrafted treehouses—the Hobbit’s Nest and the Elf’s Aerie. All four rentals are within walking distance of one another and welcome dogs without additional pet fees.

Whether you’re planning a family getaway, a weekend with friends, or a relaxing trip with your dogs, the Cactus House offers the comfort of home surrounded by the quiet beauty of the Lost Pines.