[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Walk to Everything Round Top | Historic & Charming | The Bybee @ Round Top Motel Cottage in Round Top with patio ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102480000/102475500/102475496/0370e89c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102480000/102475500/102475496/e3636603.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102480000/102475500/102475496/5467efde.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102480000/102475500/102475496/d7abbe9e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102480000/102475500/102475496/ab215a2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Round Top's historic charm awaits at the 1880's Bybee Cottage. With a king bed, fully renovated bathroom with soaking tub/shower, and preserved patina, this cottage exudes warmth and character. Enjoy the French bistro table on the front porch with one of the best views in Round Top or relax by the gas fire pit in shared yard spaces. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Outdoor space - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Walk to Everything Round Top | Historic & Charming | The Bybee @ Round Top Motel The 1880's Bybee Cottage was purchased from the Bybee Foundation - an organization responsible for helping preserve German immigrant structures in Round Top. The cottage features a king bed, fully renovated bathroom with soaking tub/shower and preserved patina. The front porch includes a French bistro table and a great view of Round Top. Located in downtown Round Top and walking distance to some of our favorite local spots. This property is professionally managed by HOSTIE Vacation Rentals. They will be available during your entire stay! \*This is not an actual "motel" with a front desk. This is a stand alone vacation rental with contactless check-in. HOSTIE staff will be available to assist, if you have any questions. Just steps away from the center of town. You will have access to the entire cottage and yard spaces. Yard spaces are shared. When other units are rented, we ask that you give each other privacy and respect. 1 King Bed | 1 Bathroom with Tub | Mini Fridge | WiFi | Sleeps 2 THE SPACE: \- King bed, dresser \- There are no blackout curtains or room darkening shades \- Smart TV (no cable) BATHROOM \- Shower/Tub Combo + single vanity \- Shampoo, conditioner, body/hand soap, fluffy towels & hair dryer provided in bathroom KITCHENETTE \- Coffee: K-cup machine - coffee provided + sweetener, creamer \- Microwave & Mini Fridge Provided YARD+ FIRE PIT \- Gas Fire pit- shared with 3 other houses on the property Round Top Motel is in the heart of Round Top, walking distance from local shops and restaurants. Parking is available at local establishments if you choose to drive. \-Pre-arrival form & rental agreement: we do ask for a copy of your ID as part of our guest screening process after the reservation is confirmed. You will also be asked to sign a rental agreement. \- For liability and security purposes, there are external cameras at the front of the house. There are NO inside cameras. Hosts may monitor external cameras at any time via a smartphone app, and cameras are not to be tampered with or covered. \- When you stay with HOSTIE Vacation Rentals, you are covered for any accidents that might happen up to $1500 with the added fee of $39 in your total. Coverage details are spelled out in your rental agreement. This is applied to all bookings. \- It is possible for the other cottages on the property to be booked during your stay. If you would like to book the entire property, please send us a message! \-OPTIONAL FEES - We offer additional services that may be available for an additional fee (must be pre-approved by the host, non-refundable): \* Early Check-In - $35/hour \* Late Check-Out - $35/hour \- Concierge service available! Charcuterie Boards, dinner reservations, in-room massage, and more! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Microwave ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the city center ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83530000/83520100/83520083/de4747e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy 2 Bedroom Cottage - 3/4 Mile to Round Top Center! 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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 361c9b09-7949-49fa-b66c-c12f5a259e65 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C30.06435%2C-96.69838&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=FHWP3q-RvzovesF-cfamCMdgJ9U=) Round Top, TX #### What's nearby - Copper Shade Tree - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Henkel Square Market - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - The Round Top Historical Society - 8 min walk - 0.8 km - Festival Hill Concert Hall - 2 min drive - 1.9 km - Lake Fayette - 22 min drive - 22.7 km #### Getting around - Eagle Lake, TX (ELA) - 63 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Busted Oak Cellars - ‬20 min drive - ‪J W's Steakhouse - ‬12 min drive - ‪Ellis Motel - ‬6 min walk - ‪The Stone Cellar - ‬5 min walk - ‪Boon & Company - ‬3 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Walk to Everything Round Top | Historic & Charming | The Bybee @ Round Top Motel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Walk to Everything Round Top | Historic & Charming | The Bybee @ Round Top Motel? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Walk to Everything Round Top | Historic & Charming | The Bybee @ Round Top Motel? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Walk to Everything Round Top | Historic & Charming | The Bybee @ Round Top Motel located? > Located in the heart of Round Top, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Copper Shade Tree, Henkel Square Market, and The Round Top Historical Society. Festival Hill Concert Hall is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Walk to Everything Round Top | Historic & Charming | The Bybee @ Round Top Motel Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 11 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gabriel D. May 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Retirement getaway I was looking for a cozy getaway with great dining nearby and this perfectly fit the bill. ##### Gabriel D. Stayed 1 night in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Apr 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Perfect location for Round Top! Super cute, clean and comfortable! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roxanne L. Oct 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Roundtop 2024 Great in-town location. Close to everything. ##### Roxanne L. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tyler M. Nov 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Rustic Charm in Round Top Great rustic furnishings and an easy walk to everything in Round Top. Room was clean and comfortable. Good communication with host. ##### Tyler M. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Aug 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Will Definitely Stay Again Cute cottage! Close, basically walking distance ri almost everything, super clean, and cute. Loved the tub!! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Khaki L. Apr 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy and Great location We were in a perfect location for Round Top. It’s very cozy, clean and comfortable bed. A TV would be a nice addition. ##### Khaki L. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer T. Dec 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### So Cute! This cottage was exactly what I was looking for to celebrate our anniversary weekend getaway. It was within walking distance to all the shops and eateries and the cottage was decorated so cute as well. ##### Jennifer T. Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shawnea S. Nov 2, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved our stay!! Nicole was amazing! Property was better than described and great location! Definitely will rent this one again!! 🥰 ##### Shawnea S. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura F. May 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Precious cottage The PERFECT location for roundtop trade days! Can’t wait for next year and to hopefully stay here again. ##### Laura F. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scottcmu S. Mar 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute cabin This is a well-maintained and comfortable cabin. There is one living space and a separate bathroom, both of which are rustic but very nice. There is central a/c in the unit as well as windows that open. There is a small television, as well as a well-stocked snack/drink station. The bed was comfortable. Very well-located, walking distance to central Round Top. ##### Scottcmu S. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Timothy E. Sep 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Round Top Getaway A perfect stay for our romantic overnight. The Bybee was charming, impeccably maintained and showed attention to every detail from the fresh flowers, a hand-written welcome note, the water for the coffee maker, the snacks, the plush and ample towels to the sumptuous bedding and many other comfortable touches. The host made every touchpoint of our stay easy and enjoyable. ##### Timothy E. 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