Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs

The pool area has plenty of comfortable seating to soak up the sun. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Tree lined entrance to The Whispering Oaks Estate. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Only from above can you truly appreciate how secluded and scenic the area is. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Bright living space with comfortable seating and access to the outdoor deck. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
DirecTV and tablet access to play your music throughout the space. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Stunning kitchen that is fully stocked to serve 24. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Entryway to the Main House. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Formal dining with seating for 12. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Beverage cooler and bar area with anything you'll need to create a cocktail. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Table with 4 chairs and 2 benches with panoramic views of the surrounding trees. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Primary Suite features a king bed and tons of natural light. Bedroom #1. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Primary Suite has access to outdoor deck, Smart TV and en-suite bathroom. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
The first of two vanities with a built-in makeup station. Bathroom #1. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Jet tub and frameless glass shower allow for spa-like relaxation. Bathroom #1. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Bedroom #2, the second primary on the first floor has a king bed and Smart TV. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Hallway bath next to the king bedroom. Bathroom #2. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Pool illuminated at night. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Fire pit steps away from the pool that can seat 10. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
This spacious deck has seating for 12 and is great for outdoor dining. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Upstairs you'll find 4 bedrooms connected by a seating area. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
The upstairs bonus room has a work station and access to four bedrooms. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Bedroom #3 has access to a balcony overlooking the property. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Large upstairs balcony gives the illusion that you are hidden in the trees. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Jack and Jill bathroom connect bedroom #3 and #4. Bathroom #4 Jack & Jill. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Bedroom #4 has USB ports on the headboard and views of the backyard and pool. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Both rooms have separate vanities with plenty of counterspace. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Bedroom #5 also has balcony access. All 4 bedrooms have walk-in closets. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Bathroom #5 shared by #5 and #6 with dual vanity and built-in makeup station. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Bedroom #6 has a queen bed with USB ports on the headboard and a walk-in closet. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Bedroom #7 above the garage has 2 queen beds, Smart TV, games, and foosball. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Bedroom #8. Full sized bed and twin pull out trundle bed. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Laundry room equipped with pool towels for 20 and extra linens. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Bathroom #3 is on the main floor with shower and outdoor access. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Poolside cabana with TV's and surround sound. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Off the kitchen and informal dining area is the propane barbecue grill and deck. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Hammock where you can unwind and admire the surrounding scenery. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
The guest house living room. Couch transforms into a full pull out bed. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Dining area in guest house with seating for 6. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Kitchen sink has views of the gorgeous pool outside. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Guest house kitchen stocked for 8 guests. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Bedroom #9. Queen bed in Guest House with walk-in closet and attached bathroom. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Bathroom #6 attached to bedroom #9. The shower and toilet are not pictured. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Bedroom #10. Queen bed in the Guest House with closet and views of the property. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Hallway bath near the second bedroom and living room. Bathroom #7. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Entrance to the Guest House. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
The Estate is tucked away in the trees on over 50 acres of Texas Hill Country. - Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs
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Whispering Oaks Estate - Dripping Springs

Whispering Oaks Estate/Pool/Fire Pit
25 guests · 10 bedrooms · 7 bathrooms · Vacation Home · Entire place · 5700 Sqft
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French Colonial Equestrian 2 home Estate Nestled in the Texas Hill Country



Situated on 55 gorgeous hill country acres, this property presents a stunning impression. Consisting of Main House (8/5) and Guest House (2/2) with custom moldings, soaring ceilings and rich hardwood floors are embellished by designer lighting fixtures and massive walls of arch-topped windows. Living areas are bright and spacious. The atmosphere is casual elegance.



Glimpses of the impressive facade of the main house can be seen through the private wrought-iron entry gate. Classic dormers and a full-length French balcony capture the eye and hold it, all the way down the tree-lined circular drive. One is greeted in the foyer by custom fluted door moldings, tall ceilings and a graceful staircase with iron-spindle balusters. Centered by a broad fireplace and built-in cabinetry, the handsome family room features a brilliant stand of windows that offer tranquil views of the backyard landscape and pool. The adjacent formal dining room is accented by an arched window with plantation shutters and an iron chandelier that suspends from a 10’ ceiling.



Efficient and well-equipped, the island chef’s kitchen features custom floors, quarts tops, a pantry and a full array of modern stainless-steel appliances that includes dual ovens, a beverage cooler and a new six-burner gas stove. A built-in china cabinet fills an entire wall in the sun-filled breakfast room which also enjoys relaxing views of the backyard and pool.



Bright with natural sunlight, the private master suite is a quiet escape from the main living area. The warm bed chamber is crowned by a deep tray ceiling and has private access to the covered patio, deck and pool. The spa-quality master bath touts custom flooring, quartz tops, dual vanities, a jet tub, frame less glass shower and an enormous walk-in closet with built-in drawer stacks. The main floor also holds a second guest bedroom. A secondary staircase located by the kitchen leads up to another bedroom and a bonus room that has 2 Queen beds with a separate bedroom off of it. The remaining upstairs four bedrooms of the main house, as well as another bonus room with a work station, are accessed by way of the main staircase in the foyer.



In addition to the main house there is a guest house with a covered front porch with views of the backyard, pool and cabana. The guest house has a sizable living room, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and a full kitchen. A covered breezeway separates the guest house from an immense climate controlled 3060' , event space for rent separately.



The home’s sprawling park-like grounds are punctuated with hardwood, elm and native oak trees. Water-efficient plants and child-safe wrought-iron fencing surround a pool with a hot tub and a poolside cabana with twin wide-screen TV’s. Wood-burning fire pit with seating for 10.



Other highlights of this distinctive property include zoned outdoor lighting and sound, laundry room, plantation shutters, high-end electronics and surround sound, a new roof, 2 tank-less hot water heaters, water softening system, custom-textured walkways, plenty of parking and an electronically coded entry. All located within a premier equestrian community.





The Hill country offers terrific wedding venues, Winery tours, Brewery tours, Distillery Tours and small town ambiance. While Austin has all the amenities a big city has to offer, plus great music festivals such as ACL, SXSW and the 360 Amphitheater has the biggest musical acts in the business.



Event space for rent separately.



Early Check-In subject to availability at a rate of:

1 hour $50

2 hour $150

3 hour $450

All payments must be made prior to arrival.





Late Check subject to availability and at a rate of:

1 hour $50

2 hour $150

3 hour $450

All payments must be made day before departure



* Only 15 cars allowed to park in the driveway.

* NO cars allowed to park in yard/grass.

* NO cars are allowed to park on the street.

* NO RV's allowed.

* Pool is not heated. Hot Tub can be heated year around.

**BBQ Grill is Propane - We provide tank you provide gas by refilling tank or doing a tank swap. Must leave new tank if you do the tank swap. You may bring your own tank.

What this place offers

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IconHigh Speed Internet
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Reviews (71)

All4.96
Houfy5.00
VRBO4.96
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Based on 71 reviews

Johan D.
Johan D.
Apr 2024
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Great stay!
Had a great stay - thanks!
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Laura & Dave T.
Laura & Dave T.
Jan 2024
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2023 Family Reunion
We gathered for our family reunion from near and far! The house and property were so welcoming! There was ample space for everyone to relax and renew. We had a wonderful time reminiscing about old days and creating new memories! We hope to gather again in the “Gateway to the Texas Hill Country” and this home would be our first choice! Thank you J & D + J & P!!!
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Response:Hi David, Thank you for the amazing review!
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Datriana F.
Datriana F.
Dec 2023
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Beautiful space
Our family certainly enjoyed our time at whispering Oaks estate. The space was beautiful and spacious and everything was clean and welcoming. I definitely recommend this space for any family gatherings or just a time to spend in serenity.
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Ethan G.
Ethan G.
Nov 2023
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Great Stau
The house was very clean, management was extremely friendly and helpful, and the property fit all of our groups wants! Would definitely stay again.
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Jennifer F.
Jennifer F.
Oct 2023
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Wedding trip
Wonderful house
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Beth S.
Beth S.
Sep 2023
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Gorgeous stay
Our bridal party stayed at Whispering Oaks for our wedding in Dripping Springs. This was a perfect location for everyone to relax and unwind after the wedding! Our whole party enjoyed the pool and the relaxing atmosphere. The house was clean and the kitchen stocked with everything we needed! The beds were also incredibly comfortable. 10/10 recommend!
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Cortney L.
Cortney L.
Aug 2023
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Amazing Family Retreat!!!
This place was AMAZING!!! Great service! Clean rooms!! THE KITCHEN! The POOL!! Everything was as advertised. Wonderful place for a family getaway!!
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Roma A. P.
Roma A. P.
Aug 2023
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Wonderful for families!
Wonderful experience and stay at this beautiful property. Family reunion with children of all ages. Had a great four day Stay at this beautiful property. Driving distance to quite a few breweries as well, owner/property manager is very responsive and helpful! Thank you guys for helping us create some amazing memories!
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Marilee J.
Marilee J.
Aug 2023
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Whispering Oaks
The house and pool were very nice and comfortable for everyone. Liked being secluded but not that far from town. Josh and Porsha were great to work with.
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Brian J.
Brian J.
Jun 2023
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Family time
Beautiful property
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stephen p.
stephen p.
Jun 2023
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Family reunion success
Great place for this event. It is secluded and at the same time, close to anything you might need. One star off of cleanliness because a few of the crowd were not happy with the lizard poo scattered about on the flatwork outside. (I tried “It’s the hill country. get over it”. but that didn’t work.). Otherwise, the place was immaculate.
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Billy F.
Billy F.
May 2023
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Fantastic stay!
Perfect spot for a get together for 12 friends. Pictures don't do it justice - space was clean and pool was great! Location was close enough to Dripping Springs for easy grocery runs, but then private enough to feel like you were on your own!
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Nearby activities

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Suitability

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Child friendly
We have a pack-n play and several highchairs. If you need additional children items such as a car set, we recommend visiting the link below. Baby Quip rents all your babies needs.
https://www.babyquip.com/lisa006
Children's books and toys
Baby friendly
Crib/Pack 'n Play
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Events allowed
Fee based
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Smoking allowed
We allow smoking outdoors only in designated areas.
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Parking Included
Parking limited to the driveway only 15 cars max. No parking in grass or on street.
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Wheelchair Accessible
Our guest house is wheelchair accessible. The guest house entry can be accessed directly from the covered parking space. The bathroom is handicap accessible.

Meet the Host

Ourselves (Della and John) own a house in Spain and are usually there enjoying our retirement. Before we moved here we lived in Dripping Springs, TX where we worked as owners of a property management company consisting of mostly long term rentals. In 2017 we shifted our focus to Short Term Rentals(STRs) and sold the majority of our investment houses and turned the remaining home(s) into STRs which we manage with the help of our niece and newphew (Josh & Porsha).
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Scenic views

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Location

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Directions

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These directions are for planning purposes only. You may find that construction projects, traffic, weather, or other events may cause conditions to differ from the map results, and you should plan your route accordingly. You must obey all signs or notices regarding your route.

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Policies and Rules

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Check In: 4PM - Flexible
All payments must be made at time of arrival.
Early Check-In subject to availability at a rate of:
1 hour $50
2 hour $150
3 hour $450

All payments must be made at time of arrival.
Late Check subject to availability at a rate of:
1 hour $50
2 hour $150
3 hour $450
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Check Out: 11AM
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No pets
No pets - Owners are allergic
Minimum age limit for renters: 25
Maximum occupancy: 25
House Rules
Listed in the Rental Agreement
Damage Deposit Policy
As a security deposit alternative, houfyProtect, an upfront nonrefundable low cost property damage protection policy for just $5 per night, is taken at time of booking.
Cancellation Policy
Due to the size and booking requirements of the home we do not allow cancellations within 45 days of your booking
Notes
50% of the rental costs when you book then the balance is due a month before check in.
Check in details will be made available once all funds have cleared. Texas Hill County has a wide variety of wildlife. Snakes, scorpions and fire ants are common in this part of Texas. Please watch your step.
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