The Treetops Chalet Guidebook

Kirsten
The Treetops Chalet Guidebook

City/town information

The most festive town for the winter holidays! As well as antique shopping, boutiques, and dining options. Head to the Pedernales Electric Company at sunset during December to watch the trees light up. And then stroll through town to take in the rest of the lights. 30 minutes away. Make a pitstop at Pedernales Falls State Park for a hike on your way.
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Johnson City
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The most festive town for the winter holidays! As well as antique shopping, boutiques, and dining options. Head to the Pedernales Electric Company at sunset during December to watch the trees light up. And then stroll through town to take in the rest of the lights. 30 minutes away. Make a pitstop at Pedernales Falls State Park for a hike on your way.
Known as the Texas Wine Country, a great place for wine tours and tastings. In town you will find a main street lined with shopping of all varieties. If you're craving some authentic German food and feel, Fredericksburg will be able to scratch that itch. Oktoberfest and the Hot Air Balloon festival are two of many attractions to base a visit around. My favorite will always be grabbing a late (late) breakfast at the Airport Diner.
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Fredericksburg
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Known as the Texas Wine Country, a great place for wine tours and tastings. In town you will find a main street lined with shopping of all varieties. If you're craving some authentic German food and feel, Fredericksburg will be able to scratch that itch. Oktoberfest and the Hot Air Balloon festival are two of many attractions to base a visit around. My favorite will always be grabbing a late (late) breakfast at the Airport Diner.
Another Hill Country favorite, with attractions such as Blue Hole, Jacobs Well, and Cypress Creek, for the outdoorsy type. Unique shops and dining for a more mellow visit.
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Wimberley
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Another Hill Country favorite, with attractions such as Blue Hole, Jacobs Well, and Cypress Creek, for the outdoorsy type. Unique shops and dining for a more mellow visit.
If you haven't heard about Austin yet, we have a lot to catch up on! If you need some city vibes, this is the direction to head. The list is long on attractions and I'm happy to share them all! Definitely the best dining options in central Texas.
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Austin
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If you haven't heard about Austin yet, we have a lot to catch up on! If you need some city vibes, this is the direction to head. The list is long on attractions and I'm happy to share them all! Definitely the best dining options in central Texas.

Sightseeing

Spring is in the air! This is a beautiful drive anytime, but the wildflowers in the Spring certainly outshine the other seasons. A great activity to combine with a visit to Enchanted Rock or Fredericksburg. Or both!
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Willow City Loop
Willow City Loop
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Spring is in the air! This is a beautiful drive anytime, but the wildflowers in the Spring certainly outshine the other seasons. A great activity to combine with a visit to Enchanted Rock or Fredericksburg. Or both!
Calling your inner adrenaline junky! Rock Climbing and Mountain Biking are the 2 main attractions here. But if you prefer to stay grounded, the hiking and swimming will not disappoint either.
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Milton Reimers Ranch Park
23610 Hamilton Pool Rd
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Calling your inner adrenaline junky! Rock Climbing and Mountain Biking are the 2 main attractions here. But if you prefer to stay grounded, the hiking and swimming will not disappoint either.
Breathtaking formations and landscape. Visit their website in advance for special events and tour times. I highly recommend looking for full moon tours!
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Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center
24814 Hamilton Pool Rd
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Breathtaking formations and landscape. Visit their website in advance for special events and tour times. I highly recommend looking for full moon tours!

Swimming Hole

Texas's best kept natural swimming hole! Check ahead for reservations and LEAVE NO TRACE!
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Hamilton Pool Preserve
24300 Hamilton Pool Rd
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Texas's best kept natural swimming hole! Check ahead for reservations and LEAVE NO TRACE!

Food scene

One of my favorite restaurants in the area, known for their fresh and outstanding food, live music, and margarita flights. They get very busy in the evenings and on the weekends, so reservations are highly recommended.
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Hays City Store
8989 FM150 W
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One of my favorite restaurants in the area, known for their fresh and outstanding food, live music, and margarita flights. They get very busy in the evenings and on the weekends, so reservations are highly recommended.
Amazing meats, cheeses, wines, and Charcuterie Boards. reservations recommended for dining in. A great place to pop in and pick up food togo as well. The owners are very delightful as well!
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Epicure
1025 Cannon Dr
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Amazing meats, cheeses, wines, and Charcuterie Boards. reservations recommended for dining in. A great place to pop in and pick up food togo as well. The owners are very delightful as well!
Exceptional tours of the onsite Olive orchard, that include a variety of olive oil tastings. Wonderful lunch offerings and walking the orchard on your own are also excellent options. A unique and beautiful place to add variety to your stay in the hill country.
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Texas Hill Country Olive Company
2530 W Fitzhugh Rd
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Exceptional tours of the onsite Olive orchard, that include a variety of olive oil tastings. Wonderful lunch offerings and walking the orchard on your own are also excellent options. A unique and beautiful place to add variety to your stay in the hill country.
Fantastic, fresh, and locally owned place for breakfast and lunch. Call ahead to reduce wait time for your order. Outdoor dining available or take it togo.
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Rolling In Thyme & Dough
333 E Hwy 290
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Fantastic, fresh, and locally owned place for breakfast and lunch. Call ahead to reduce wait time for your order. Outdoor dining available or take it togo.
Locally owned dining establishment with live music on the patio Thursday - Sunday.
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Homespun Kitchen and Bar
131 E Mercer St
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Locally owned dining establishment with live music on the patio Thursday - Sunday.
Dripping springs newest French cuisine. Reservations highly recommended.
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Le Vacher
136 Drifting Wind Run
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Dripping springs newest French cuisine. Reservations highly recommended.
Excellent locally roasted coffee and pastries. Outdoor seating area on Main Street.
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Mazama Coffee Co
301 Mercer St
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Excellent locally roasted coffee and pastries. Outdoor seating area on Main Street.

Winery

Beautiful views overlooking the estate. This is a 21 and up only venue.
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Driftwood Estate Winery
4001 Elder Hill Rd
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Beautiful views overlooking the estate. This is a 21 and up only venue.
Views of the vineyard, chef-prepared foods, relaxing atmosphere for local, live music on the weekends. Call in advance to arrange private group seated tastings for a more intimate experience.
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Bell Springs Winery
3700 Bell Springs Rd
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Views of the vineyard, chef-prepared foods, relaxing atmosphere for local, live music on the weekends. Call in advance to arrange private group seated tastings for a more intimate experience.
A little further away, but great to add to an itinerary when planning a day in the Driftwood area. The tuscan style setting is very inviting and relaxing.
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Duchman Family Winery
13308 FM150 W
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A little further away, but great to add to an itinerary when planning a day in the Driftwood area. The tuscan style setting is very inviting and relaxing.

Distillery

Beautiful outdoor setting with a variety of open air seating options. Excellent food and drinks. Tours are offered by reservation and they have live music on the weekends as well. Check their website for up to date information.
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Treaty Oak Distilling
16604 Fitzhugh Rd
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Beautiful outdoor setting with a variety of open air seating options. Excellent food and drinks. Tours are offered by reservation and they have live music on the weekends as well. Check their website for up to date information.

Wine Bar

Just down the road from the property as well as walking distance to the shops on historic Mercer Street, this gem of a place has character and charm. Relaxing atmosphere with excellent selection of wine, live music, and small plates.
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Sidecar Tasting Room
501 Old Fitzhugh Rd
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Just down the road from the property as well as walking distance to the shops on historic Mercer Street, this gem of a place has character and charm. Relaxing atmosphere with excellent selection of wine, live music, and small plates.