HISTORY
Jacob Brodbeck the development of Gillespie County by serving as a county surveyor, county commissioner, school inspector, organizer of several schools where he also taught and was a music instructor.” “In his spare time he worked on his dream of an airship, which he invented and flew on Sept. 20, 1865, on a meadow north of San
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Antonio, Texas. A man of many talents, his greatest was in aerodynamics and many of his basic designs are still in use today.” “Descendants of Jacob Brodbeck dedicated this monument to his memory with the cooperation of the Fredericksburg Independent School District and the Gillespie County Historical Society.”
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Country Inn Cottages
We have twenty-eight beautifully decorated cottages, circa 1800’s, located on 200 spacious acres of massive oaks & rolling meadows just outside of Fredericksburg. Swimming pool, hot tub, Jacuzzi baths, mini kitchens, fireplaces, BBQ pits, fire pits, breakfast vouchers and digital satellite are included. Free High Speed Wireless Internet. Pet friendly. Enjoy nature & see wildlife at its best! Check-In at Motel.
Country Inn Motel
STONEWALL VALLEY RANCH A Bed & Breakfast Guesthouse
Yearning to experience the life of the cowboy or the serenity of the Texas Hill Country? This ranch/guesthouse is located just 14 miles east of Fredericksburg and three miles north of the LBJ Ranch and Park near Stonewall. Guests lodge in the original 1927 homestead that was restored into the twobedroom, one-bath private guesthouse that sleeps 5 to 7. The guesthouse is outfitted with antiques, western decor, ch/a, wood-burning stove in the living room, and a full bath with claw foot tub and shower. The fully equipped country kitchen has a full assortment of breakfast fixings and goodies for guests to enjoy selfcatered breakfasts at their leisure. The sights and sounds of the Hill Country delight guests when they visit this real working cattle ranch. Guests enjoy viewing the many species of livestock, wildlife and birds that make the ranch their home including Texas Longhorns, horses, bison, deer, black buck antelope, red stag deer and exotic, big horn sheep. Guests also enjoy hiking or biking the ranch’s many trails (except during hunting season), fishing (catch & release) for trophy bass and catfish in one of the ranch’s 9 stock ponds, bird watching, star gazing at night, or just kicking back and relaxing on the large front porch of the guesthouse. Families, children, pets and horses are welcome. Ranch tours, horseback riding, weddings, chuck wagon cookouts and parties are available at nominal fees.
Recommended in Great Texas Getaways Your Hosts: “The Stonewall Jacksons” For reservations: 830-644-2380 or 800-460-2380 ~ www.stonewallvalleyranch.com
All rooms are on the ground level for easy access. Choose single king size or two queen size beds. Mini-refrigerator and microwave available upon request. Swimming pool, Hot tub, High speed Internet, Continental breakfast and gourmet coffee daily. Reasonable rates. Pet friendly. Specializing in Cleanliness.
1644 Hwy 290 West Fredericksburg (1 minute from downtown)
830-997-2185
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www.mycountryinn.com e-mail: countryn@ktc.com
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