[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # EV Charger + Fire Pit + Grill — The Water Retreat at Element Ranch Vacation home in Round Top with private pool and kitchen ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109520000/109512000/109511959/47b7163f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109520000/109512000/109511959/a3f5fee3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109520000/109512000/109511959/5997e7c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109520000/109512000/109511959/36466f3c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109520000/109512000/109511959/689ecd23.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to the serene Water Retreat at Element Ranch in Round Top, Texas. This 3-bedroom oasis boasts a shared pool, private dining area with grill and fire pit perfect for up to 6 guests. Reconnect with nature and indulge in modern comforts like Smart TVs in every bedroom. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Pool - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### EV Charger + Fire Pit + Grill — The Water Retreat at Element Ranch Immerse yourself in the Water Retreat at Element Ranch, a 3-bedroom, 2-bath oasis in beautiful Round Top, Texas. Enjoy a balance of modern comforts and rural charm with a shared pool, private dining area, grill, and fire pit. Perfect for up to 6 guests, it’s one of three retreats that can host 18 together. Unplug, reconnect, and indulge in the peaceful surroundings of Element Ranch, designed for your ultimate relaxation. The Water Retreat is the only retreat with an EV charger. This property is professionally managed by HOSTIE Vacation Rentals. They will be available during your entire stay! Guest will have access to The Water Retreat and the Water Retreats outdoor dining seating, grill, and firepit. The pool is shared between all 3 retreats. Please note there could be other guests sharing the pool at the same time. BEDROOMS: \- Bedroom: King bed with en-suite bathroom \- Bedroom 2: King bed \- Bedroom 3: King bed \*Adjustable blinds in each room for blackout or room darkening \* Smart TVs in every bedroom BATHROOMS \- Primary Bath: Walk-in shower + single vanity \- Bathroom 2: Tub with glass doors + double vanity \*Provided: Public Goods shampoo, conditioner, body/hand soap, fluffy towels, and hair dryer KITCHEN \- Fully stocked with ample counter space \- New stainless steel appliances, including gas stove \- Coffee Station: Keurig K-cup machine with coffee, sweetener, and creamer provided \- Cookware: Pots, pans, baking dishes \- Microwave DINING \- Indoor dining table with seating for 6 ENTERTAINMENT \- Smart TV in the living area and each bedroom \- Access a variety of streaming apps with your login OUTSIDE + POOL + PATIO \- Pool: Shared pool with poolside chairs and umbrellas; pool towels provided \- Pool cannot be heated. \- Patio: Each retreat has a dedicated patio with outdoor dining, wood burning fire pit (wood not provided), and a propane grill (propane provided) \- EV charger for Water Retreat guests use only. \- Parking: located behind each unit for up to 4 vehicles LAUNDRY \- In-unit washer and dryer with laundry detergent and dryer sheets provided You'll need a vehicle to get from the home into Round Top and the surrounding area. Consider renting HOSTiE's chauffeured luxury sprinter van during your stay. Ride sharing apps, like Uber/Lyft, aren't available in this rural area. \-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.  \- Must be over 25 to rent this home. \- When you stay with HOSTÎE Vacation Rentals, you are covered for any accidents that might happen up to $5000 with the added fee of $79 in your total. Coverage details are spelled out in your rental agreement. This is applied to all bookings. \-This property may have other guests on the property at the time of your stay in the Earth and Air Retreats. The pool is shared between the three retreats. \-It is possible for the other two retreats to be booked during your stay. If you would like to book the entire property, please send us a message or find the additional listing! \-Concierge service available! Private chef, grocery delivery, in-room massage, and more! \- For liability and security purposes, there are external cameras at the front, sides, back of the house and facing pool. 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. \- The property does have an EV charger. 220v outlet. \-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 ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Electric car charging station on site - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### 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 ### General - Electric car charging station ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30530000/30523100/30523004/96dcce5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Classy Cattle Farm Experience-Wine and Bovine Round Top - Air conditioning - Gym - Parking available - Laundry 10 Exceptional 34 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=30523004&PinnedHotelID=30523004&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109520000/109512000/109511951/f085bfa3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Relax & Recharge | 5 Minutes to Round Top | The Air Retreat at Element Ranch Carmine - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=109511951&PinnedHotelID=109511951&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100830000/100822600/100822594/6f19431f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fun, eclectic Round Top home w/POOL! 5 min to town Fayette County - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 87 reviews CA $419 CA $828 total includes taxes & fees Nov 2 - Nov 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=100822594&PinnedHotelID=100822594&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102480000/102475600/102475583/1f3d8561.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Secluded Group Stay Only 6 Miles to Round Top | Modern Country Retreat Carmine - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 6 reviews CA $880 CA $1,785 total includes taxes & fees Oct 23 - Oct 24 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=102475583&PinnedHotelID=102475583&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101290000/101281500/101281459/1d3c1929.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Round Top entertainer's oasis w/POOL, Pond & more! 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No glitter, party sprinkles, confetti, body oil or re-arranging furniture. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited 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 first aid kit 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 ### Property is also known as d78881cf-3493-4e23-b40c-5548bc83e930 ## 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%7C30.11119%2C-96.66302&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Z1yRiAq3XlWqpOp09U3wbCBoda8=) Carmine, TX #### What's nearby - Festival Hill Concert Hall - 8 min drive - 7.1 km - Henkel Square Market - 9 min drive - 8.6 km - Copper Shade Tree - 9 min drive - 8.6 km - The Round Top Historical Society - 10 min drive - 8.6 km - Somerville Lake - 40 min drive - 40.4 km #### Getting around - College Station, TX (CLL-Easterwood) - 60 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪J W's Steakhouse - ‬7 min drive - ‪Busted Oak Cellars - ‬17 min drive - ‪Ellis Motel - ‬8 min drive - ‪Boon & Company - ‬8 min drive - ‪Manditos - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is EV Charger + Fire Pit + Grill — The Water Retreat at Element Ranch pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is EV Charger + Fire Pit + Grill — The Water Retreat at Element Ranch located? > Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Big Red Barn Event Center and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Winedale Historical Complex. Festival Hill Concert Hall and Henkel Square Market are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## EV Charger + Fire Pit + Grill — The Water Retreat at Element Ranch 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) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anjeanette C. Sep 22, 2025 #### Always outstanding Hosties manages the best properties! Our experience with them is always EXCELLENT!! The Element Ranch is one of the best properties in Round Top! Stayed in the Water Retreat this trip. WOW! Incredible accommodations, great pool, comfy beds! ##### Anjeanette C. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kris P. Jan 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing property! What an amazing place to stay! The furnishings and appointments are beautiful! We will never stay anywhere else!!! ##### Kris P. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim T. Apr 8, 2025 #### Beautiful property We loved our stay at the Water retreat. This is a beautiful, new property. Perfect location for RT shopping. Very nice decor and furnishings. Our only suggestion would be some mirrors in the bedrooms. We had a group of 5 women and more mirrors would be helpful. ##### Kim T. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim T. Apr 8, 2025 #### Beautiful property We loved our stay at the Water retreat. This is a beautiful, new property. Perfect location for RT shopping. Very nice decor and furnishings. Our only suggestion would be some mirrors in the bedrooms. We had a group of 5 women and more mirrors would be helpful. ##### Kim T. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Silver Reef Casino Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Bellingham-Hotels-Silver-Reef-Casino-Resort.h16231932.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton Inn Vernon](https://www.expedia.ca/Childress-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Vernon.h4525899.Hotel-Information) > > [Canad Inns Destination Center Grand Forks](https://www.expedia.ca/Grand-Forks-Hotels-Canad-Inns-Destination-Center-Grand-Forks.h1713856.Hotel-Information) > > [Margaritaville Lake Resort, Lake Conroe/Houston](https://www.expedia.ca/Conroe-Hotels-Margaritaville-Lake-Resort.h28407.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Waikoloa Village](https://www.expedia.ca/Waikoloa-Hotels-Hilton-Waikoloa-Village.h19640.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Vacation Club at Desert Oasis](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Welk-Resorts-Palm-Springs.h1140793.Hotel-Information) > > [Horseshoe Bay Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Marble-Falls-Hotels-Horseshoe-Bay-Resort.h1094405.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton Inn Victoria](https://www.expedia.ca/Victoria-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Victoria.h1184075.Hotel-Information) > > [Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth](https://www.expedia.ca/Saginaw-Hotels-Bavarian-Inn-Of-Frankenmuth.h9809515.Hotel-Information) > > [Morning Star Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Anson-Hotels-Morning-Star-Inn.h12988751.Hotel-Information) > > [Isla Bella Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Marathon-Hotels-Isla-Bella-Beach-Resort-Spa.h24101706.Hotel-Information) > > [C'mon Inn Hotel & Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Grand-Forks-Hotels-Cmon-Inn-Hotel-Suites.h1510580.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairfield Inn & Suites Victoria](https://www.expedia.ca/Victoria-Hotels-Fairfield-Inn-Suites-Victoria.h28368.Hotel-Information) > > [Angel Of The Winds Casino Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Everett-Hotels-Angel-Of-The-Winds-Casino-Resort.h9689970.Hotel-Information) > > [Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort and Players Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Hogansburg-Hotels-Akwesasne-Mohawk-Casino-Resort.h6009138.Hotel-Information) > > [The Brook at Turning Stone Resort Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Utica-Hotels-Turning-Stone-Resort-And-Casino.h1684407.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Orchid](https://www.expedia.ca/Kamuela-Hotels-Fairmont-Orchid.h25190.Hotel-Information) > > [Tulalip Resort Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Everett-Hotels-Tulalip-Resort-Casino.h2161524.Hotel-Information) > > [The Breakers Palm Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Beach-Hotels-The-Breakers-Palm-Beach.h8479.Hotel-Information) > > [Courtyard by Marriott Victoria](https://www.expedia.ca/Victoria-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Victoria.h8206987.Hotel-Information) > > [Come Friday Cottages on the Bay](https://www.expedia.ca/Galveston-Hotels-Come-Friday-Cottages-On-The-Bay.h23207328.Hotel-Information) > > [Darien Lake Lodge on the Lake](https://www.expedia.ca/Corfu-Hotels-Darien-Lake-Lodge-On-The-Lake.h13279584.Hotel-Information) > > [Marriott's Shadow Ridge I-The Villages](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Marriotts-Shadow-Ridge.h853695.Hotel-Information) > > [Shooting Star Casino & Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Thief-River-Falls-Hotels-Shooting-Star-Casino-Hotel.h28874246.Hotel-Information) > > [Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island](https://www.expedia.ca/South-Padre-Island-Hotels-Pearl-South-Padre.h21996.Hotel-Information) > > [JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Desert-Springs-Resort-Spa.h17123.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-The-Westin-Desert-Willow-Villas.h3304313.Hotel-Information) > > [Six Flags Great Escape Lodge & Indoor Waterpark](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-George-Hotels-Six-Flags-Lodge-Indoor-Waterpark.h1385446.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Plus Midland Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Midland-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Midland-Suites.h5388884.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Garden Inn Midland](https://www.expedia.ca/Midland-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-Midland.h6036563.Hotel-Information)