Experience the charm of Milk Bath Springs Cottage, a 1930s-inspired retreat in downtown Dripping Springs. This cozy home features comfortable seating, natural light-filled living room and full kitchen with retro appliances. Unwind on the covered front patio or explore nearby wedding venues, breweries and local attractions.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 469 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
The current price is AU$349
AU$349
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Step back in time at the 1930’s inspired Milk Bath Springs Cottage! This 2 bedroom, 1 bath property sleeps up to 4 guests and a couple four-legged family members (some restrictions apply*). For larger groups, additional accommodations are available next door at the Milk Bath Springs House, offering space for up to 6 guests. Located in the heart of the historic district of downtown Dripping Springs, Milk Bath Springs is the perfect stay for your next Hill Country getaway. Conveniently located with a 5 minute walk to town, guests can enjoy day trips visiting the charming downtown area to notable restaurants and shops on Mercer Street, such as Thyme & Dough! This property is also within short driving distance of most wedding venues, breweries, and other local tourist attractions!
Beautiful stone exterior draws you into Milk Bath Springs Cottage! This cozy home carries that beautiful stone work throughout with a bit of hill country charm. Stepping through the front door, guests are drawn into the living room that fills beautifully with natural light! Comfortable seating surrounds a large flatscreen television for guests to gather around and enjoy their favorite show together! Though quaint, this cottage features a full kitchen, complete with retro, butter yellow appliances, including a full sized refrigerator, cooktop stove, and farmhouse sink! Not to mention the adorable bay windows that allow you to look out onto the front of this adorable property!
Both bedrooms 1 and 2 feature queen beds and stone walls, giving an earthy vibe to ensure relaxing and restful sleep for all! Bedroom 2 also features direct access to the front patio! This covered front patio features an outdoor dining area for guests to enjoy their meal in the beautiful Hill Country weather! Each bedroom is complete with comfortable linens to ensure restful sleep between adventures in Dripping Springs! A full bathroom is located between both bedrooms, which features a unique, butter yellow clawfoot tub that doubles as a shower as well!
Wondering where the name “Milk Bath Springs” comes from? This house is downstream from the original “dripping springs” (which the town is named after) and it flows into our very own historic “Milk Springs” where nearby settlers, in the 1800 and early 1900s would put their dairy items in the ice cold spring to keep them fresh. This spring box is located in a beautiful grotto located at the back of our property. You can see into the grotto from the yard!
Thinking about renting Milk Bath Springs House as well? A side patio features a pergola that sits over an outdoor dining area, where you can enjoy a meal in the wonderful Hill Country weather! Covered patio areas wrap around the sides of the house for guests to sip coffee and take in this beautiful property at Milk Bath Springs!
Want to explore more of Dripping Springs? Shop in the Historic District of Dripping Springs with charming boutiques, vintage stores, and coffee shops. Tour and taste along the winding Hill Country at the many wineries, breweries, and distilleries. Feeling more adventurous? Take a dip in the Hamilton Pool Preserve, one of the area's most beautiful natural landscapes with a 50-foot waterfall cascading over beautiful limestone! Bike along the Pedernales River or horseback ride at Reimers Ranch Park. Spend the day at Dreamland playing mini golf and pickleball, and in the evening you can take in the various art exhibits, live music, and unique food spots! Located just 25 minutes west of Austin and 20 minutes north of Wimberley, Dripping Springs is tucked into the center of the beautiful Hill Country with a lot more to explore!
*The health and safety of our guests and staff is paramount. Cleanliness is always our top priority. We offer a 24 hour guest service contact number for emergencies, and messages will be answered promptly. Arrive when it is convenient for you, we provide an easy contactless check-in and out process.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Yard
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Single level property
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city centre
Things to do
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Administrative fee: USD 1 per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property is also known as
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About the area
Located in Dripping Springs, this cottage is in the city centre. Twisted X Brewing Company and Deep Eddy Vodka Distillery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Travis and Jacob's Well Natural Area. Jump Wild and Labyrinth are also worth visiting. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking in the area. Visit our Dripping Springs travel guide
Is Milk Bath Springs | Pet-Friendly Historic Downtown Cottage pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Milk Bath Springs | Pet-Friendly Historic Downtown Cottage?
As of 17 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Milk Bath Springs | Pet-Friendly Historic Downtown Cottage on 19 Apr 2026 start from AU$349, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Milk Bath Springs | Pet-Friendly Historic Downtown Cottage?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Milk Bath Springs | Pet-Friendly Historic Downtown Cottage?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Milk Bath Springs | Pet-Friendly Historic Downtown Cottage?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Milk Bath Springs | Pet-Friendly Historic Downtown Cottage located?
Located in the heart of Dripping Springs, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Dr. Pound Historical Farmstead Museum, Twisted X Brewing Company and Deep Eddy Vodka Distillery. Jump Wild and Bannockburn Baptist Church are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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This was my very first Vrbo! It went great! Location is perfect! Close to of things and lots of convenient options. About 30 mins from everything. Winery’s distillery’s and amazing food! I would definitely consider this property again.
My husband and I stayed at the smaller house on the property for a weekend, which happened to be Founders Day weekend.The house was lovely, and just a short walk from the center of town.I would highly recommend this location.
We loved the Milk Bath Springs, super cute and loved the appliances and the property it sits on. Was perfect for us two girls to hang out and felt safe as well. Was also very clean and welcoming....Thanks for the great stay.
Staying at this beautiful location, in such a nice cottage was a treat for my son and I. It gave us the perfect time to relax, recharge, and see the sites surrounding Dripping Springs. Thank you
We enjoyed our stay in this quaint cottage while more of our family stayed in the big house. Great area, delicious food nearby, and interesting property.
This property is a small 2-bedroom guesthouse situated behind a larger 5-bedroom home (also for rent). It is advertised a a cottage, and comes complete with a fenced-in backyard (pets are welcome) and on-site laundry facility at the rear of the larger home. Vintage bathroom and kitchen appliances gave it a very cozy feel. Very nice accommodations. I will definitely stay here again!!
Our stay in the beautiful hill country was relaxing and enjoyable. The property was just as described, and in a beautiful, quiet setting. We brought along our corgi puppy and the fenced in backyard was ideal! The great location was perfect for what we had planned in dripping springs. We would stay here again!
Overall we had a great stay. There was a plumbing issue reported prior to our stay that was addressed while we were there. We didn't have any issues with plumbing. Prior reviews mentioned the place wasn't clean but we had no issues with cleanliness. It was very clean. Also we had enough of everything to last our short trip.
Cool cottage with the stone walls. Clean and location was quiet. Small fenced yard nice for pet. No back yard light to let pet out in dark. Funny smell comes and goes outside only, not sure what it was. Overall good experience.
We stayed with our 2 dogs and the location worked perfectly for wedding venue touring. Love the fenced yard and extra room in sideyard for playing. Cottage is quaint, cute, and quiet. Keurig with k cups and toiletries were provided.
The house was great, location was awesome. Check in was seamless.
The smoke detector started chirping the first night we were there. My son was able to take it down (he did put it back before we left). A broom and dustpan would have been nice to have available.
I would stay in this house again and recommend it to family and friends.
Came down to DS for wedding. Home is adorable and perfect location to all of our events. No issues. Only complaint is place could use a deep cleaning. Floors and sofa are filthy!!
Beautiful property. Very clean, everything you need for a short or long stay. Only have two small complaints....sooooo dark. Once the sun goes down, it is so dark there. I would highly suggest some solar motion lights. The second is the washer and dryer. There is NOT a washer and dryer in the small guest house...you have to walk through the backyard of the main house and do around the corner and up the stairs to use the washer and dryer. Oh and also....they need to put shades or curtains on all exterior doors.Other than those very small complaints, the place was perfect. The management team is awesome.
Delightful location! Very convenient to downtown Dripping Springs, but still felt a little isolated. The Cottage was the perfect size for just me and my dogs and was teeming with character. The fenced back yard was convenient, especially with the rain. The only negatives at all were the windows mentioned in previous posts that weren’t covered, and a lot of dust and debris under the beds & sofa. The window to the front door allowed anyone staying at the main house to look straight in to the living room. There were guests at the main house the 2nd night, so I had to cover it with a towel.
I would love to return sometime when it’s not raining!
I stayed here for a full week and it was nice, quaint and peaceful. Although I was amazed that there was absolutely zero cleaning supplies. The overall cleanses of the property was below average. I actually purchased my own cleaning supplies to have a clean, comfortable stay.
There’s a Keurig machine, although they provide zero Keurig cups. There’s not even sugar. If you are staying at this property, don’t stay longer than three days. Unfortunately they do not supply you with anything but a bed to sleep in and TV.
I would not stay here again, although the management was absolutely a pleasure to work with.
elizabeth r.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
4/10 Poor
Holly H.
23 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Aesthetically Pleasing House
This property is just as it appears in the photos. It is super cute and a fun place to stay. The location was a little busier than we expected but conveniently located.
Dealing with the property manager was not a good experience. First of all- I wanted to cancel one night within the cancellation period but she refused to refund me any money. Second - I asked specifically about a full sized coffee machine - as we were going to have a house full. She told me that one was available but when we arrived there was not one. When I asked her about it - she argued with me and then just stopped responding. There were no Kcups for the Keurig that was provided. Everything was very limited in the house as far as basic necessities- trash bags, toilet paper, paper towels. Just the bare minimum. Very disappointing.