Cedar Break at Howard Ranch

Hotels
9.4 (20 reviews)
23461 Ranch to Market Road 150 , Driftwood , us

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Family rooms
Hiking
Laundry
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Relaxed atmosphere
Charming little cottage
Cons:
Wasps on the porch
Multiple wasp nests/maintenance needed (electric box)

Categories

Cleanliness
8
Negative due to wasps and nests found on the porch and starting in the electric box cover; detracts from otherwise tidy cottage.
Service
9.4
Standard quality for this hotel tier
Location
10
Guest explicitly praised the location as 'Great location' for a Hill Country getaway.
Room Quality
10
Described as a 'charming little cottage' with a very relaxed atmosphere—strong positive on room quality.
Amenities
9.4
Standard quality for this hotel tier
Value for Money
9.4
Standard quality for this hotel tier
Food and Beverage
9.4
Standard quality for this hotel tier
Overall Experience
9.6
Overall stay called 'the perfect Hill Country get away' despite the pest issue; very positive overall impression.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-06-03 23:17

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation: Indulge in 5-star comfort at Cedar Break at Howard Ranch. Each unit is equipped with top-notch amenities like air conditioning and premium toiletries.

Scenic Surroundings: Explore the beautiful landscape of Driftwood with hiking trails just moments away from the hotel. Enjoy the tranquility and natural beauty of the area.

Convenient Location: Situated just 40 km from Austin Convention Center, Cedar Break offers a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

To experience luxury in the heart of Driftwood, book your stay at Cedar Break at Howard Ranch now.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 20 reviews
Cleanliness: 8
Service: 9.4
Location: 10
Room Quality: 10
Amenities: 9.4
Value for Money: 9.4
Food and Beverage: 9.4
Overall Experience: 9.6
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Hugo couple fr
10
Le meilleur logement du Texas !
Pros:

Tout ! L’emplacement, l’accueil, le charme du logement. Tout était parfait !

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Yuko couple us
8
Pros:

Great location

Cons:

Cabin J shower head was leaking water and little water came put

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
L
Lorena couple us
9
Excelente
Pros:

El lugar está limpio

Cons:

No es tan fácil que alguien te ayude

2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Lauren solo_traveller us
9
Very cute, private and cozy cabin. With a few small changes it would be perfect.
Pros:

Nice spacious cabin, with a full fridge, stove, microwave and dishwasher. Comfortable bed and hot shower. Parking was easy to find and check in and check out instructions were clear and easy.

Cons:

Parking was very far from my cabin and no side walks, the gravel made it difficult with a rolling suitcase. Also there were gunshots constantly. Must have been a shooting range near by, which would have been nice to know ahead of time. Also the base of the toilet was leaking water on the floor. My cabin was right next to the general store which started playing loud country music at 8am on Sunday even though it wasn't even open. The bedroom was a little warm at night.

2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Marlin couple us
10
Our stay made for the perfect Hill Country get away!!
Pros:

Great location! Very relaxed atmosphere and charming little cottage!

Cons:

Wasps on the porch. We tore down two wasp nests. They are starting to build a nest in the electric box cover- just wanted to make you all aware.

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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David solo_traveller us
9
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Ramon young couple us
8
We did enjoy the stay…would have enjoyed sitting outside or watching TV in late evening…
Pros:

Quiet…clean…

Cons:

parking, a/c did not feel like it was cooling enough., we can only assume that with the strong winds we were located cabin O near the gate an it would push the gate back an than slam back making a sound all night long which I wasn’t able to sleep most of the night…also there was wasps under the porch so we were unable to sit outside… we’re not told until the day of that there was no TV’s in the cabin..

2025-05-27 via Nuitee
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Richard family
8
Pros:

This is a newer property, very clean and fun. The tiny homes are decorated very cute and the beds are pretty comfy. The bed pillows, not as comfy. The property communication is easy and responses are fast. The small kitchen has most things needed for minimal food prep.

The A/C was the only area of concern. It never cooled as needed. There is a split unit in the loft area and that does not get air down to the living room or bedroom. To keep it almost cool on a warm 90-80 degree day/night you must keep the ceiling fan on high in the bedroom, bedroom door open and the A/C unit below 70. It still had a hard to getting it done. We tried to lower it to 68, still no cooling. No ceiling fan in living area to help move air down. Hopefully they get this resolved.

There are was no useful mirror in the bathroom. I’m 5’1” and my husband is 6’1” and neither of us could see in the mirror. See photo- cute mirror but not made for bathroom use.

There are only 1/2 window coverings in the living area and all porch lights are on all night. So if you are bothered by light or warm temps, this will not offer you a good night of sleep as you must keep the bedroom door open for the air issues.

Parking was easy, a short walk. Good walking trail. The general store was not opened on the weekend, not sure when it’s open.

This place has great potential as they finish getting some details in place.

2025-05-26 via Nuitee
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Ginger partner
10
Pros:

This is the cutest property! I’m glad we found it and were able to stay here. Next time we will try the airstream. Would be a great place for a large group or gathering! The location is great!

2025-05-04 via Nuitee
M
Matthew family
10
Pros:

This was awesome!

2025-04-08 via Nuitee
F
Frode solo traveller no
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Enjoyed both the cabin and the surrounding area very much. Highly recommended staying here

2025-03-20 via Nuitee
J
Joseph
8
Pros:

Great facility! Very good stay

2024-11-15 via Nuitee
A
Aspen review category business travellers us
10
Cute, rustic stay
Pros:

Gorgeous property, great location, and super clean room.

Cons:

How sheer the curtains are on the windows.

2024-10-29 via Nuitee
S
Sarah partner
10
Pros:

We stayed in an air stream on the property. It was a fun and comfortable option for us to stay in the area. We were attending a wedding in Dripping Springs. We were able to check in, have a beer at the brewery that is across the drive way and get ready for the wedding. Highly recommend!

2024-10-27 via Nuitee
P
Peter
10
Very nice cabin
Pros:

Amazing location, next to a brewery and little city center 5 min away.

2024-10-21 via Nuitee
B
Brandon
10
Pros:

Quiet little property.

2024-09-22 via Nuitee
K
Kristina friends
10
Pros:

Such a cute place!! Will definitely stay there again!

2024-09-03 via Nuitee
S
Susan partner
8
Pros:

It was fun staying in an Airstream and the property manager was very kind.

2024-08-19 via Nuitee
F
Filipina family
10
Pros:

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2024-08-09 via Nuitee
J
Jensen
10
Wonderful facility and nice location
Pros:

Unique experience due to the type of accommodation. Good for vacation or relaxation but not ideal for business travelers who need to work, I suppose.

2024-05-11 via Nuitee