House in Rio Grande
6 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Well priced for this locationPriced under area average
About this house rental
Enjoy a stay in the charming town of Smithville in this historic 2 bedroom cottage set amongst amazing garden's and outdoor spaces. The cottage is walking distance to downtown restaurants and shops. Other nearby attractions include Beuscher State Park, Colorado River, Golf, zip-lining. Smithville is a short drive from major cities of Austin, Houston and San Antonio. It makes for a great place for a quick get away, family reunion or antiquing. (Can add studio for add'l space - sleeps 4).
The cottage is fully stocked with comfortable beds, linens, kitchen supplies, washer-dryer, ironing board, iron - everything you need to make your stay great!
There is also a studio on the property that rents separately that sleeps 2 (completely separate yard and space - VRBO 1869923
The cottage is fully stocked with comfortable beds, linens, kitchen supplies, washer-dryer, ironing board, iron - everything you need to make your stay great!
There is also a studio on the property that rents separately that sleeps 2 (completely separate yard and space - VRBO 1869923
Amenities at Short cottage
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Rio Grande
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2026
The house was great. The train was right across the street but we enjoyed watching them! They don't go fast and there isn't crossing arms right by the house so the "noise" was really just a low rumble. Didn't bother us at all at night. The kitchen is well stocked. Beds are very comfortable. Lots of places to walk our dog. Good Wi-Fi connection for remote work. Host was super responsive.
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2026
I cannot say enough good things about this place. The layout was perfect, the beds were comfortable, and the house is so clean. It’s situated close to downtown Smithville. Check out Mutts for a cold beer, Comfort Cafe for breakfast, and Hope Floats for coffee.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2026
The house was so clean!
6 / 10Average·Feb 2025
Most everything was fine for our weekend stay. House has a nice xeriscaped front area, probably looks amazing in the spring. House was cute inside and out. Negatives: tub was dirty with some sort of grime that we had to clean so we could use. The fridge functioned but obviously there were issues with the shelving as it was held in place by duct tape. One of the arm chairs was damaged and if you were not paying attention you could get scratched by the loose upholstery staples.
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Top rated by guests
9.8Outstanding
(21 Ratings)
"The house was great. The train was right across the street but we enjoyed watching them! They don't go fast and there isn't crossing arms right by the house so the "noise" was really just a low rumble..."
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