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Pickled Pepper Cottage -Texas Hill Country History, Heritage & Hospitality

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A modern kitchen with a central island, white cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances. There is a dining area with a white table and chairs, and a living room with a fireplace and seating.
A bedroom with a large bed, a TV, a dresser, a desk, and a bathroom visible through a sliding door.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry, and a patterned rug.
A kitchen with grey cabinets, a coffee station, and a white tiled backsplash.
A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, white chairs, a sofa, and a fireplace.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Kerrville, TX
  • Place, Schreiner University
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Kerrville City Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, The Schreiner Mansion/Hill Country Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Kerrville

Located in Tivy within a short walk of Kerrville City Park, this cottage is within a mile (2 km) of Schreiner University. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Schreiner University - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Kerrville City Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Louise Hays City Park - 4 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • The Schreiner Mansion/Hill Country Museum - 4 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Kerr Arts and Cultural Center - 4 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Casa - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bumdoodlers Lunch Company - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Pickled Pepper Cottage -Texas Hill Country History, Heritage & Hospitality

Niki's Country Cottages - Oktoberfest is here! 20 minute drive to Fredericksburg where the fun has already begun - don't miss out on Texas Boot Stompin' fun in one of Texan's favorite vacation & shopping spots!

We hope you visit Kerrville, enjoy the town/activities/the wonderful resilient residents and see how quickly this town has turned around an unexpected flooding disaster.

This area of the Hill Country is known for their 279+ wineries, shops, restaurants/bars, music, dancing, unique boutiques, large ranches, German heritage with fabulous bakeries/restaurants. Enjoy Texan's History, Heritage and Hospitality..........

Driving into Kerrville will remind you of the European countryside with rooftops "peeking" out of the trees in rolling hills. Guadalupe River meanders through Kerrville and is abuzz with people swimming, kayaking, biking, walking along the river trail.

Many amenities nearby & short drives to Canyon Lake for boating, Boerne (darling town!), San Antonio is less than an hour drive. Unique towns each offering Texas world-renowned hospitality to visitors in their communities.

Enjoy the beautiful decorations, music, lights, Market Plaza, shopping & ice skating rink in downtown Fredericksburg during your winter stay in Kerrville.

We maintain our home continually & each season, we schedule larger projects. This spring/summer we installed a new HVAC system, new floor tile in the master shower, new roof and new front/back gutters, We want to assure our guests are comfortable and enjoy their stay at our cottage. Thus sometimes we block our calendar to complete a project - however, we always welcome inquiries, just in case we can open dates that may be blocked for an upcoming project - we'll "flex" our project, if possible!

Welcome to another one of our unique cottages, homey, comfortable, warm - we look forward to having you as our guests.

We welcome extended-stay guests (30+ days & no lodging taxes), as we have at all of our cottages, since 2013. Niki
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a fenced private yard.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: No puppies, no dogs perceived to be vicious;

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Home is NOT child proof

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 6
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 23

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 6.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of this cottage?

This cottage is situated in Tivy within a short 13-minute walk of Kerrville City Park. You'll also find Guadalupe River and The Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center within a short drive.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Pickled Pepper Cottage -Texas Hill Country History, Heritage & Hospitality Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of the nicest rentals I’ve stayed in! All details were thought about, and the host was extremely pleasant to work with! If in Kerrville next time, I’m definitely staying at thePickled Pepper Cottage!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was beautiful and even better than the pics. We hope to stay again next year. Everything was perfect
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s really a great place to stay. Very comfortable and modern. Kitchen is fantastic with everything a cook would want. Location is wonderful close to downtown, the river walk, Water Street and Schreiner University.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
comfortable stay, wish I could have enjoyed it more but we were busy
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Lovely home, kitchen well stocked, so much space! 3 bedroom, 3 bath home is hard to find. Owner/host was great to work with.
Stayed 30 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great house. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

The house was beautiful and perfect for our weekend in Kerrville for our daughter's wedding.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and very roomy and close to a lot restaurants, groceries, and bars in town.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very responsive
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice stay in Kerrville

Nice well stocked location
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was warm and welcoming. Home was very comfortable and clean in a quiet walkable neighborhood. We had everything we needed and enjoyed the birds and deer in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great accommodations & host

Enjoyed an extended stay over the Thanksgiving holiday with family. Accommodations & host were both great. Would stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Place

Well maintained house. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

3 generation getaway

Great place for us to get away together as a family. We were visiting family in Kerrville and location was perfect for our family to stay and be able to run out and meet.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kerrville trip

The house and the hosts were great! We had a wonderful time and hope to be back before too long!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable

Great place.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hill Country

Perfect location to visit Kerrville and surrounding areas
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect house for two couples, two kids, and an infant. We loved having three bathrooms with showers. The king bedroom was spacious. The neighborhood was quiet and safe.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little House

Everything you need is there So very clean
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rick Albany NY

Great people to deal with We would stay again if we come back to Kerrville
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice property

We had plenty of room for the four of us! The house was very nice and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kerrville stay

Beautiful cottage. Easy location to everything we did. Saw deer in the neighborhood every day. Would love to stay here again sometime.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house

Easy check in. Deer all over neighborhood. House had everything, was so nice! Would rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Helped out with our stay

Nicely done
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet & Charming

Nikki’s Place was clean, spacious and peaceful. The house was decorated beautifully - we could tell the owner took great care in making it look and feel just right. It was a perfect stay for our quick trip.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023