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

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Fenced backyard with firepit and amazing porch
Full bath in hallway with bathtub and shower
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10Outstanding
(231 Ratings)
"The house was very clean. The host supplied everything needed. Love that it was pet friendly and has things for the kids to do. Communication was also a plus and responded very quickly on things neede..."
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10 / 10
Outstanding(231 Ratings)

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8 guests · 3 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

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.

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

Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

10 / 10
Outstanding(231 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
The house was very clean. The host supplied everything needed. Love that it was pet friendly and has things for the kids to do. Communication was also a plus and responded very quickly on things needed.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2026
The Cactus House is an excellent location. Owners and their communication were excellent. Beautiful 3 bedroom home with wonderful front porch and amazing back deck and yard. The main bedroom has its own bathroom and bath/shower. The owners have other fantastic homes on their property. Greta hiking. And, only about 10 minutes from old downtown Bastrop with wonderful restaurants, pub and shopping. Would highly recommend Piney Creek Chop House for happy hour and dining and Maxine's for breakfast. That is when you're not grilling steaks and shrimp at the Cactus House and having your cocktails and mornings coffee on the back deck. Would highly recommend this property to anyone as well as to my Austin friends for a quick weekend or mid-week getaway. Love the Cactus House. WB
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2026
This was exactly what we needed. A quiet, calm, relaxed 4 days in paradise. The home is spacious, clean,and very well-appointed. We lacked for NOTHING. We were here to celebrate my husband's birthday, and we will be back in November for mine. James is an amazing host and responded to our one request within hours. If we had the money, we would buy this place to live in. FYI, our golden retriever, Angel, finally had a chance to roam around without a leash and loved every second! I can't praise this property and the host enough!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2026
Great house, very clean & neat. Good decor. We didn't really want for anything. AC was nice & cold. It was nice hanging on back porch on porch swing talking, watching the trees. We have no complaints. Fairly close to town. Wanted to hike the trails, but it was a hot day, so we did other things after going to town- played a lot of cards, watched movies & cooked.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at The Cactus House, A Serene Pet-Friendly Home in the 42 Acre Lost Pines Shire. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

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

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at The Cactus House, A Serene Pet-Friendly Home in the 42 Acre Lost Pines Shire?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.