Sage Hill Inn & Spa

I had a wonderful stay at Sage Hill Inn & Spa. The property is calm and beautifully maintained, offering a perfect blend of cottage charm and breathtaking views of the Hill Country. The setting is serene—ideal for relaxing and unwinding. One of the highlights was the delicious farm-to-table dinner included with the stay. Every dish was fresh, flavorful, and thoughtfully prepared. The continental breakfast the next morning was also very enjoyable and a nice way to start the day. Overall, it was a lovely escape, and I’d highly recommend it to anyone looking for a peaceful retreat with great food and stunning surroundings.

Fantastic hidden gem in the hill country. Very well maintained and spacious, comfortable rooms, outdoor pool and hot tub. Spa massage was excellent. We tried pickle ball for the first time with an instructor the Inn booked for us and it was a great experience. Food was really good as well. I especially liked how they thought of the smallest details for comfort: cold water by the pool, sunscreen and towels. Binoculars in the room to use on the hikes. Marked trails with guide pamphlet to the plants in the area. Best place ever, will definitely be back!

An absolutely magical weekend with my daughters. Easy hiking, outdoor games like corn hole and pickleball (gorgeous courts!), and lazing by the pool were the perfect way to spend some time grown-up time together. And the scenic views and Texas Hill Country Sunset blew me away. And compliments to the chef and the staff! Delicious food and every single member of the staff was amazing and went above and beyond. Could not give it a stronger recommendation!

My friend and I came to Sage Hill Spa yesterday for the day. It was beyond a 5* experience. The staff was very kind, grounds and pool were amazing and the massage was great. The GM Brad was such a wonderful caring host. I can't wait to come back for another day in paradise!

Amazing getaway at Spa Hill Inn! The staff was wonderful and helped us anytime we needed anything. Our Mountain Laurel cabin was so great as it was secured and so comfy. The amenities like pickleball, hiking the trails, and even cornhole were so fun. The beautiful property near Wimberley was so peaceful. The included dinner was tasty although the restaurant team needs to work on desserts as the cheesecake and the cobbler were fails (but the cookies are amazing). Special shout out to the staff (Cassandra and Julius) they were so wonderful. We will be back!

Lovely place in the hill country with. relaxing rustic vibe. It's set out in the country. The entrance is about a mile down a private lane so it feels like you're really getting away from it all. We stayed in a little cottage and walked to the main building/inn for dinner and breakfast. They have a cozy library and long back porch with rocking chairs as well as pickleball and a pool. We enjoyed the walking trails on the property. The spa services we received were wonderful. At first I'd wanted to stay closer into Wimberley but decided I liked the quiet and privacy of Sage Hill. The only improvement I would recommend is the quality of the dinner meal.

We enjoyed every minute of our stay at Sage Hill Inn. We stayed in one of the Casitas and felt relaxed the entire time on property. The dinners were outstanding, food was fresh and delicious. I highly recommend for a couples weekend, girls get away, or just treat for yourself. We will be back and will be referring everyone we know in the hopes they enjoy themselves like we did. A serene piece of Texas Hill Country hidden away, thank you for protecting the land and beauty of Texas.

Everything about this place is absolutely 5 stars. They went above and beyond to give me great service. I was late to check in because I was conducting business. They let me know via text about their complementary dinner (which ended at 7:30) and the food options. I told them I would not be able to make it in time for dinner, and I politely asked them if they could box a dinner for me and put it for my room for when I made it back. Not only did they accommodate my request, but they left my key in a safe place so I could get into the room. I also must say, the dinner was OUTSTANDING and exactly what I needed after a long day. The campus was breath-taking. So beautiful. The staff was also super kind. I am a chiropractor buying the Kyle Family and Injury Chiropractic office in Kyle, and anytime I have family come to visit, I will surely be booking them a room at the Sage Hill Inn.

Wow wow wow....went for only one night with my husband and another couple. Stayed at the Live Oak cottage, and it was absolutely great. If you like seclusion, this is your place. We took a nice hike when we arrived, walked the grounds. We had a 3 course meal with our stay as well as a complimentary continental breakfast (you can also order off of their menu). They offered free water around the grounds...it was hot and humid outside. We played washers, swam (only one other couple their), sat on the porch, and watched the sun set and played pickle ball. Enjoyed our fantastic cottage. It was big enough for 2 couples with a small kitchen, fireplace, and plenty of outdoor sitting or relaxing. Staff is super friendly and accommodating. Before we left, we were thinking of when we can come back. If you want a romantic getaway or a place to really relax this is it. I almost didn't want to write a review so we could keep it to ourselves.

If Yelp allowed half stars this boutique inn would have absolutely garnered a 2.5 but alas, I'll be generous and say 3. My husband booked this "staycation" for us mainly because we love bubble baths and this inn advertised casitas (think tiny houses spread out over the property) with large bathtubs. Well, fast forward to night one of our two night stay and the bath we were looking forward to was an absolute fail. The water in the tub wasn't working (apparently a storm in the area compromised a "breaker"). So, a total bust for night one's bubble bath experience. Additionally, after putting in a complaint that first night about the water not working, the inn sent a service provider to our casita at 9am the following morning (loud knocks on our door let us know someone was trying to get in - obviously, we were thankful someone was sent to look at the issue but it would have been better had the inn attempted to coordinate with our schedule instead of sending someone out at a time I'd seem fairly early when you're trying to enjoy a nice lazy morning). More on the "casita" - the property has a large home and an adjacent building with rooms while other private casitas are dotted around the property. We stayed in the mountain laurel casita and upon first glance it was nicely appointed but the more closely you looked the more issues became apparent. The biggest issue of course was our non-functioning bathtub but the other major issues included a lot of uninvited additional guests - think a lot of creepy crawler bugs. Some dead, some alive in every area. This included large nests of daddy long leg spiders above the awning of the casita entrance which always brought about a lot of concern when entering and exiting the space. The room did have a double sided fireplace that was nice and allowed for a good ambiance. Lots of outdoor seating if you wanted to really get close to the land and its creepy crawly inhabitants. Another disappointment considering the per night price is that the casitas/rooms are not serviced daily (a note says they can be serviced upon request). Again, for the cost of spaces per night it seems that having the bed made/space tidied up should be a given. Our casita also had a mini fridge with complimentary beverages (non alcoholic - some water and cokes). A coffee maker was also equipped with coffee for a morning sip. Breakfast was included but it was lackluster. Guests were provided a carb/sugar loaded continental spread (fruit, breads, butter, jam, sugar bombs aka cinnamon buns, coffee) and could have an actual breakfast for a $15 flat fee per dish (not worth the money). The grounds included a library for guests, a pool/hot tub, a really nice pickleball court (apparently, a pickball professional is available for private and group lessons - guests can also borrow equipment to use if desired). The pool/hot tub was OK - they both needed a vacuum as a lot of debris was in both (the double edged sword of a large tree near both that provided shade but also contributed to the debris in the pool). Guests had complimentary water available to them at the pool along with chairs, loungers and towels. We opted into a massage onsite - the massage house was nicely appointed and very clean. This was definitely the highlight of the stay - the providers were very kind and both of us thoroughly enjoyed the massages we received. Hiking paths and walking sticks are also available on site. The grounds are lovely with lots of wildflowers around. Overall, this boutique inn could be a good option if you're looking for a hill country getaway but they have to go back to basics to offer a 5* experience for guests. Better breakfast items, clean, bug-free spaces, and functioning bathtubs are a must for the per night price they charge. (Of note - upon check out we were offered a $150 refund because of our bathtub issues - this was appreciated but also expected as guests should have fully-functional rooms when staying onsite).

Had a great spa day by myself at Sage Hill Inn! I'll be going back with the wifey soon.

Really nice remote inn on a large plot of land. We stayed in one of the larger rooms with a view. Room was comfortable and bathroom was fine. Included dinner was good enough, but don't expect gourmet dining. Continental breakfast is included but fuller meal is available for a reasonable cost. Huge pool and very friendly hosts.

What a lovely inn one mile off the main road in Kyle. The grounds are serene and lovely. The staff are welcoming and friendly! We felt very well taken care of. We enjoyed a one night stay in the Juniper Cottage. What a beautiful place. The cottage a very clean, spacious and nicely decorated. The kitchen was equipped with cold drinks in the refrigerator and a nespresso coffee maker. We enjoyed the refreshing pool before dinner. Our meal consisted of fresh bread with oil and vinegar, pork chop, roasted vegetables, shrimp and bacon cheddar grits, mashed sweet potatoes, and quinoa. For dessert we enjoyed the cheese cake and berry crisp. High compliments to Alex, the chef! You should ask to sit at Ethan's table for 5 star service! There are many fire pits and benches around the grounds, which we enjoyed after dinner also. The next day after a morning walk along their many hiking trails, we had their continental breakfast which was a buffet of various breads, pastries, fruits, jams, cheeses, vegetables and granola. Hot meals can be ordered for additional cost. We did not use their spa services but the menu of services sounded wonderful. Also check out their pickle ball courts! We highly recommend Sage Hill for a place to relax and rejuvenate!

I chose Sage Hill Inn and Spa as a weekend getaway in finding my mojo. Sadly, my stay at Sage Hill did not help in quest. Nina called 4hrs prior to my arrival stating the Wallace Room was ready for me and to ask about my dinner choice. I submitted my dinner request for each night Wednesday but it was not received (although Google Forms sent confirmation of what was sent). The Wallace Room is on the 2nd floor. Upon entering, there is a staircase to get to actual room (3 flights of stairs). The first thing I noticed in the Wallace Room was the dirty tub. I chose room partially because of the whirlpool tub. I also had issues with the "rustic" front door. The deadbolt would not turn leaving me uneasy the entire night. I'm sure the cracks in the front door helped mosquito visitor in with ease. Overnight I discovered issues with the heater (front desk closed) so I froze entire night. The temperature went from 65 to 62 the following morning. I spoke with Caroline just after 8AM advising of heat issues. After assuring Caroline I had turned on heat (sigh), we agreed maintenance would have a look during my 3.5hr spa services as well as housekeeping clean tub. When I returned to my unlocked front door, I saw the thermostat read 61. I then read text from Caroline stating maintenance confirmed heat blowing from vent but, because of high ceilings, not warming up room. Maintenance increased fan speed to help (something I did night before). Housekeeping also informed her tub was not dirty just stained so no cleaning completed. Caroline did offer two rooms which she checked were warm. I gladly accepted the Hays room. Upon picking up lunch provided with spa services, Eric apologized for mishap and told me to call when I'm ready to move to other room so he could help with luggage. My plan was to eat, gather things and move to other room afterwards. I returned to Wallace Room only for the water to be off. Front office alerted of water issues throughout property 20mins prior as they were working on it but failed to mention when we spoke just minutes before. Odd and frustrating. Caroline helped getting luggage over to Hays Room (another building on 2nd floor). We also stopped by the kitchen to get utensils for my lunch as eating sandwich with unwashed hands was a bit troubling. Caroline did offer hand sanitizer (declined as had my own and nothing like soap/water before eating). At 4:15PM, Eric stated plumber was leaving property and water should be back on in 5mins. 3hrs after my spa session, I immediately showered only to notice the abundance of dead ladybugs. It was at that moment that I decided this place was not for me (housekeeping obviously does not clean). After relaxing for a bit, I called the office to arrange dinner to be delivered. At 7pm, I began to worry so called office and followed up with a text. Eric delivered my food and apologized for the delay. I told Eric of my plans to checkout a day early which he stated would not be a problem and apologized for everything. He also mentioned my credit card on file has been credited and not to worry about "any of this". I wasn't sure what "credit" or "any of this" meant. I just wanted to go home. I also spoke with Caroline Saturday night to reiterate my plan to checkout Sunday morning and get a rundown on their checkout procedure which I was told to just leave key in room. Sunday evening I received a call from the office asking if I would be dining with them. Whoever called apologized, mentioned credit from Eric and stated everything would be reviewed Monday. That statement had me confused as nothing to review as maintenance noted heating issue and obvious water issues which caused me to cut trip short. The only good part of my stay was the spa services and food. Shawn did a fantastic job with my scrub, massage, facial and wrap. The Garden Spa has a few private rooms along with a bathroom and shower. After my scrub, I showered, grabbed robe and slippers provided to continue the remainder of services. The food at Sage Hill is also surprisingly good. I won't return or recommend Sage Hill.

Let's start by the absolute beauty and isolation that you have just by being at the Inn itself. We came for our 21yr wedding anniversary and decided on Sage Hill mainly for the qualities mentioned above. We were delighted when we were called a full two hours before check-in time of 3pm to let us know our room was actually ready and we were welcome to come. Upon arriving we were greeted by Aric-the operations manger and given a thorough tour of the property that came with a wonderful explanation of all the amenities and how the meals worked. We chose the Wallace room on the third floor (yes the third floor ) because of the view and whirlpool tub that was allotted the spectacular view. When we got up to our room we were greeted by two massive chocolate covered strawberries and a sweet sign that welcomed us and acknowledged our anniversary which was delicious and made even better because of them being complementary. Dinner each night was served in the dinning area with a beautiful fire place and each meal was delicious, our only complaint here was the amount of food we received was not substantial enough but the meals came with the room reservation. Aric was super accommodating and wonderful the entire three days we were at the Inn. We both had massages while we were there and they were amazing and super professional. We can't wait to go back to the Inn and would highly recommend it to anyone wanting a quiet and relaxing getaway.

I went to the spa on Sunday. Although the massage and facial were relaxing this is where the experience ended. After the treatment a shower was not offered and I was immediately escorted to the front desk. After paying I had to ask for the lunch that was included. I was told I could take it to go or sit anywhere I wanted. I had never been here before and the staff was less than helpful. After being pointed to the outdoor area I chose to sit outside and eat my lunch. I was not offered a nap of the property to explore and frankly I was tired of asking. After lunch I left and will not recommend to others or go back. Disappointing

I planned a spa day here for my birthday after deciding against staying at the property overnight. We booked a spa day which includes a massage, lunch and access to the property/amenities for the day. Now keep in mind this is a small property and not your typical Spa type experience. The only thing spa like was a small separate building where there were offices for workers to provide services, no extra services/pools included in the spa. When we arrived there were no staff to greet us, one arrived about 10-15 minutes after parking. They did not have record of the spa services we booked so there was confusion about that which wasn't horrible but not ideal, we had to wait another 30 minutes to start our massages. No problem we thought, we will just go to the pool. The pool clearly had an algae problem and the whole thing was green - albeit a couple of people still swimming in it. When we asked staff about why the pool was full of algae and not clean we got the response of "Oh well we had to deal with something else yesterday that wasn't planned so we didn't actually clean the pool." The day we booked as a weekend day in the middle of summer which is tourist high season. I didn't understand what their other problem had to do with the pool not being cleaned and they just said "well you have access to the rest of the property the whole day too." Um, it's 110 degrees outside so your lovely trails and outdoor dead garden are not selling points. The pool was the only saving grace and it was was not clean to the point I didn't feel comfortable swimming in it. The lunch was nothing more or better that you couldn't find at a convenient store deli section. Spa services were okay, no real complaints other than it wasn't really a spa, just a building with some rooms to do massages in. I will not be back and spend money elsewhere on a "spa experience" and hopefully a clean pool.

I recently had the unfortunate experience of staying at Sage Hill Sage. Despite specifically requesting a vegetarian meal when making my reservation, the hotel staff completely disregarded my dietary preferences and only served pork on my 2nd night. From the moment I made the reservation I required vegetarian meals due to personal and ethical reasons. The first night was perfect! However, on the 2nd night the only service pork products as the main dish. It was as if the staff didn't even bother to read my request or take it seriously. I found this level of negligence and disregard for my dietary needs to be completely unacceptable. Not only did this hotel fail to accommodate my dietary restrictions, but they also showed a complete lack of empathy and understanding when I brought up the issue. I was told that the reason for not having any other options is because I showed up late. I arrived at 7:15 instead of 7. The staff seemed indifferent and unapologetic, as if it was my fault for expecting them to fulfill a simple request. Their lack of professionalism and customer service was truly disappointing. The fact that they completely disregarded my dietary preferences and only served pork productis inexcusable. i strongly advise against staying at this hotel if you have any specific dietary requirements or expect a basic level of customer service.

My best friend and I spent Mother's Day weekend here. This was by far one of the most relaxing and enjoyable weekends I have ever had. The resort is beautiful! My friend stayed in the Hays Room which had fantastic views and beautiful amenities. I stated in Red Oak cottage. I loved the room, but wasn't used to so much light. I sleep in a very dark room. This room had so many windows it was difficult to keep the morning sun out. I'm sure this wouldn't be a problem for most, but I will book a different room for my next stay. The food was fantastic. After dinner, my friend and I walked to the fire pit way night and watched the deer and wildlife go by at sunset. It was an amazing experience. The spa experience there was one of the best I have ever had. Poy is amazing. Her magic hands had me drooling and falling asleep several times. I would strongly recommend her! The only minor negative I had was that it was difficult to reach a staff member on the phone and sometimes in person. I can say that is you leave a voicemail, staff return your call quickly and work to make sure you are satisfied. We loved our stay here and have already booked rooms for next year.

Utterly perfect. My wife came here for our anniversary weekend and we're overwhelmed with how serene, tranquil, beautiful everything was. The views of the surrounding area are among the best in hill country. We stayed in the casita and spent our nights in the swim spa looking at stars and listening to wildlife. The food was good and the service was beyond reproach. Absolutely top notch. Spa facilities were very nice. Unique pool setting. Great couples getaway location. Shout out to Aric who was beyond helpful and generous. Thanks for a great weekend.

Our overall experience was good. Room was beautiful even though we were not prepared for the three flights of stairs. Views were amazing. Hiking was excellent. Spa services were exceptional! The staff in the spa are excellent. The overall staff is hands-down some of the best I have ever seen. we were celebrating our anniversary and we're greeted warmly. Roses and treats in the room. Loved it! The little thoughts and touches all around we're so good. Cudos to Eric and McKenzie! They are excellent. Overall Our stay was lovely and very positive.. Only slight downside was the food. . For the experience it felt like an afterthought which was disappointing. Husband had risotto which was lukewarm and gummy. Entree was good Steak and chicken were well prepared on first night, but we skipped second night. Entree and side didn't come out together which was odd. We skipped Continental (which looked great btw) and ordered hot breakfast next day. I had oatmeal and it was great! Husband had Biscuit & gravy and egg. The breakfast next day was a cold biscuit under lukewarm gravy. Egg was requested over medium but came out hard. Our server did take the charge for breakfast off the bill.

I am a tiny bit biased because my fiancé and I got engaged here, but the Sage Hill Inn was lovely. We stayed in Thelma's Loft and found it to be a very easy walk to the Inn, even in the dark. The Loft had a really comfortable bed and a powerful heater for those chilly evenings! The Inn served dinner and breakfast every day. The duck tostada and chicken were absolutely incredible, and service was so warm that I had to stop myself from having longer conversations with the waitstaff. The coffee was also incredible. We also got massages in the spa, which was pure serenity. What makes the Sage Hill Inn special is the little touches. From the great tour we got when we checked in, to the coolers of water placed around the grounds, to the fire pits strewn about, you're sure to have an absolutely lovely time. One tip - if you are a hiker, the trails on the grounds can be a tad bit confusing and a little unmaintained. Wear your long pants!

Just got back from an amazing girl's weekend at the Sage Hill Inn and Spa!!! From the moment we arrived everybody made sure our stay was exceptional! We stayed in the Schlemmer room (2 queen beds)...this room was in the main building and so cute...there are also options on the property for larger accommodations. Eric helped check us in and went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect! We also had amazing spa services with Rebecca and Poi! The best massage I've had!!!! In my opinion this property is perfect for most everyone....if you want to escape the city you can stay on property and relax with spa services, beautiful pool, hiking, star gazing and laughing around the fire pit. If you want to shop you're a short drive to the outlet mall or a little further is the music and entertainment of Gruene. I highly recommend this Inn!!!

This place is amazing. We did not indulge in the spa, but very peaceful and relaxing. There is a chef on site. We stayed in the Nance King Suite. Sex in front of the fireplace. Gazing out the window with champagne across the country side. Tour of the garden, firepit, animals, and the list goes on. The food is legit farm to table. Like the food is outside minding its business, and then it ends up on your plate. You can taste the freshness. We love this place. Fellas, you will officially be out of any dog house after a few days here. Do it!

Loved my stay, sad that a couples message was not allowed even though I am married and the two people massaging us were also married, the couples massages should be allowed. My room had expired creamer and when I asked for new creamer I was told it was all expired. When housekeeping came to My room it would have been nice to have some fresh milk delivered to my fridge. Also regular water would have been nice instead of sparkling. But it was so kinda of you all to have the sparkling water and soda in the fridge. The view was amazing, loved the delicious food. Especially the tuna steak. I would have liked to have different options for my Saturday night meal though. The trails are a great addition, my husband and I had the best time and can't wait to come back.

The Sage Hill In & Spa is absolutely wonderful. I was lucky enough to spend one evening there last Spring and I wish it was longer! The grounds are gorgeous. I regret I did not have more time to explore them. I really loved watching the sun set after our gourmet dinner. I did not take advantage of the spa but would love to next time. This is a perfect place for a romantic get away, a girl's weekend or simply a quiet retreat.

Oh man, after losing a close family member to Covid and having to postpone our wedding for a year, we really needed to find a place to get away and recharge. Nervous about the current state of things, we called Sage Hill, told them of our situation, and they assured us that we would be well taken care of. We were told they would not have anyone service the rooms unless we explicitly asked and even told us they were limiting occupancy and no one would be in the room next to us. Excited, we booked. The first night we went through the spa menu, picking out what treatments we would get on our hopefully annual trip. Well, apparently what they told us were both complete lies. The next day a couple cheerfully rolled their suitcases into the room next to us. Ok, fine. Saturday we came back to our room to find someone had been in it, halfway 'cleaning' and moving our personal items. We called to ask about this. No apology. Nothing. I mean, if they hadn't told us these things were definitely not going to happen it wouldn't be such a big deal. It's the fact they lied. Now we are currently waiting on the breakfast they simply forgot to deliver to us this morning. Nice property. 1 star service. Between the anxiety attack I had and the fact that I'm hungry this morning, we definitely won't be returning. Update: for as expensive as this place is, and the fact that they forgot our breakfast, was kind of hoping for something other than the bottom part of a bagel.

Our stay at Sage Hill was exactly what we needed! The trails down to the overlook were breathtaking. We reserved the private cove at sunset and the incredible staff brought us a cheeseboard and wine for us to enjoy while soaking in the beautiful view of the sunset. All of the staff are attentive to every detail, to our unique specifications, from the drinks in the room to s'more kits available in the office. The food was so delicious, we felt that we had our own personal chef for the weekend! The vegetables are fresh, coming right out of the garden on the property. Truly, a weekend to remember. We are already planning to return soon!

This place is awesome!! This has been the second time my girlfriend and I have come here, and their service is always top notch!!! We drove in from Houston and we're going to be late.. they left the fireplace on for us and dinner in the room! They truly know how to make you feel special during your getaway. We were treated great the last time we were here and this time around, and we definitely plan on coming back every time we come to the hill country for some R&R! Thank you staff at the Sage!!!

My wife and I chose this place to go stay at Sage Hill for our honeymoon instead of our cruise due to Covid. On our drive there, we were told someone would call us and let us know the new check in procedures...no one called, we were probably an hour away so we tried to call 3 or 4 times and no one answered so my wife sent them an email and they called us back in response to the email...not the phone calls. We arrived and we were still very confused so we asked the front and directed us to our room (Nance Suite). The room was very nice. Beautiful bathtub and scenery. Because of Covid-19, we optioned to have our meals from hotel restaurant delivered (We chose our breakfast and dinner meals a couple days before we left). We arrived around 4:30 and dinner was suppose to be delivered to our room in between 5:30-6:30..it was 7 and we still didn't have our dinner. We tried to call front desk multiple times, no one answered. I had to go downstairs and ask, they finally brought it up around 7:30 and forgot our desert, tried to call and again, no answer. The next day, we spent the day out of town. When we got back around 3:00 we hung out in the room for a while until dinner (It was delivered on time). I had left the room to grab some water bottles and when I tried to get back in the room, the door was stuck and jammed. When I asked the front desk for help they said that that specific door gets tricky...in my opinion that shouldn't be something paying guests should have to deal with. Luckily, there is a side door to the room but it was on the other side of the building and had to go up another round of stairs. They fixed the door the next day (Temporary fix if you ask me). There were several instances where we went to ask the person at front desk for something and there was no one there, had to have one of the waiters go find someone and they had to tell another person then another...I understand it's Covid times but come on. But, the food was awesome! They had a chicken coup so we had fresh eggs in the morning. A vegetable garden so fresh veggies at dinner. We chose this place because the reviews were good and some friends of ours enjoyed their stay there a few years back. But was really let down on service. If Covid wasn't going around I'm sure it would've been different but we still payed a lot of $$$ to stay there and customer service goes a long way. 3 starts

This place was absolute heaven. For our 6th Anniversary the hubs and I decided to really celebrate. Enter SHIAOC. We arrived midafternoon to be greeted warmly by a staff member. The grounds were beautiful and our room was perfect for us (Kyle Room). The food each day seemed to be better than the day before. I really enjoyed the amazing breakfasts with really good coffee. The hubs and I spent most of our time just lounging around. One glorious morning I even laid in the hammock for two hours and read. That is perfection for me. They've got a game room with tons of games and books that can be borrowed. The hubby and I like to play a mean game of dominoes. They don't serve alcohol at SHIAOC, so you'll need to bring your own. I was fine with that. We probably saved a lot of money bringing our own wine to dinner each night. I can't wait to go back.

An epic, ultimate, beautiful destination to unwind, relax, and generally take some time off from the world. I booked here on a lark because I had an extra day before SXSW (it's far enough away from Austin not to jack up the prices) and a suite was open. Had no idea that an excellent chef-prepared _dinner_ was included, not just the breakfast. In every possible way they go the extra mile for the guest. I had a discussion with the proprietor, who mentioned she had been in big hotel hospitality for a decade or two -- no wonder they know what they're doing here. Everything here, from the furnishing to the lighting, toiletries, services, decoration, food, is solid. The grounds are pleasant and rustic, just on the border of hill country so rolling hills and a creek. Some big trees. The grounds like like a late 1800s frontier mansion, and furnished with rustic (but clean and solid) antiques -- but the buildings are actually fairly new. There's a vegetable garden and plenty of places for a nice stroll and exploration for kids and adults. A sweet getaway.

"Affordable luxury" is used quite a bit on the website to describe the experience at Inn Above Onion Creek. When you take a look at the room rates, you'll quickly realize that it commands some luxury prices. The "affordable" spin in my mind is that they provide a hot breakfast AND a 3 course dinner. If you do the math in your head for the cost per meal per person and nightly room rate, the rates are a bit more reasonable, but your wallet will still feel considerably lighter by the end of the stay. The grounds are quite handsome. The winding 1 mile road into the property is a nice way to shed yourself from the busy lifestyle you just escaped from. We stayed in the Nance Suite, which is a cozy, yet spacious top floor room with tons of windows. The decorations are whimsical and Texas chic. Don't expect leather seats and stuffed animal heads in this room. The whirlpool bath has a commanding view of the hill country and the king size bed is incredibly comfortable. If you wanted to stay cocooned in your suite and never leave the grounds it's certainly possible here. Breakfast and dinner is served out of the kitchen. Meals on the most part were a very average 3 star in my opinion. I have to agree with Georgette that for all of its fanfare I was expecting a bit more whiz bang out of our meals. Had the meals been higher caliber I certainly would have felt that the high prices for a stay at the inn were more justified. Still, there were some highlights. I was addicted to their peach ice tea and Reese's peanut butter cookies. After a cool, refreshing dip in their swimming pool with a fantastic view of the hill country, the iced tea hit the spot. No doubt everyone was friendly and accommodating. Booking a massage at the on-site spa was a challenge, but I guess it was partially our fault for waiting until our stay to book a reservation. I could certainly be convinced to come back and stay here, especially in the colder months when you could enjoy a hearty Merlot in front of a fire. But, I would still want to see some upgraded food coming out of the kitchen to feel ok paying the higher than normal B&B rates.

Very disappointed with how they handled our reservation doing this freeze. I called to tell them we are planning to come but if we can't make it (due to the weather) what is the policy to cancel. Answer: you have to cancel by 3 pm today and you can't get a refund. Arrogantly I am told they have a waitlist, so backfill is not a problem (for them). Can I book in two weeks? It's not available. Ok, I would like a refund. No our GM does not allow that. This is customer service at its worst!. I'm beyond disappointed.

I could not have asked for a better place to celebrate our 2 year anniversary. This place makes you feel like you are hours away from austin, instead of just around the corner. We stayed in the Wallace room. Loved everything about it from the lovely decor and pops of color, to the jetted tub ( which now I will covet for the rest of my life!), the books everywhere, binoculars, games, hammocks, firepit with blankets, beautiful pool and floats, incredible views, rocking chairs, delectable meals ( allergy SUPER friendly), coffee, tea and cookies 24/7, hiking trails with water and hiking sticks and maps, lotion and soap that was out of this world. If there was a detail that could have been considered, Sage Hill considered it and made it happen. It's not cheap, but it is worth every penny. Loved reading the couples who returned year after year in the guest book. Thank you for an incredible anniversary weekend.

We came for our 28th anniversary. We try a different B&B every year, but our stay here may convince us to change our mind and just keep returning. Everyone was extremely helpful, friendly and accommodating when I made reservations. Planning ahead a bit definitely makes it easier - I called a few weeks before our stay and they were able to accommodate all of my request. The long winding drive to the lodge sets the stage for a unique and wonderful facility. The roses and chocolate covered strawberries I'd ordered for my wife were in the room when we arrived. Dinner the first night was fantastic - very tasty and filling. Most of the vegetable and spices are grown on-site in the garden. Our room was perfect. We stayed in the Michaelis room which is a second story room. The private balcony overlooking the hill country was great and the rocking chairs made for a relaxing late night. The bed was superb - the down cover would keep you warm in the artic! Very comfortable. The gas fireplace in the living area was a very nice touch. The very large whirlpool tub was great and the shower was nice as well. All the little things were thought of by the inn keepers - the cd player/stereo was nice. The tv w/satelite and DVD player are tucked into the armoir and are perfectly viewable from the comfort of the bed. We opted to have our breakfasts brought to our room both mornings and our food arrived hot and fresh within ten minutes after we called the office. The orange juice is fresh squeezed. The first day was Belgian waffles with home canned peaches, scrambled eggs and sausage - all tasty and filling. Our second breakfast was jalapeño sausage, quiche, biscuits and homemade raspberry jam, and cooked cracked wheat with fruit - again very tasty and filling. I arranged for our second dinner to be a private dinner in the library, which was great - fireplace burning was a nice touch. The steak and rolls were very good, although we didn't care for the greens. Our couples' massage Saturday afternoon was great and very easy to book (again, I booked the time a few weeks early). A very nice touch. The Inn is designed so that if you don't want to come out of your room for the weekend, you'll have a great weekend. If you want to stay on the property you'll have a great time - the view from the porch by the dining room was also great and there are plenty of rocking chairs. There are also several walking trails which we will explore next time (it rained all weekend). Nearby is Wimberly or, a bit further but not too far, Austin. Bottom line - great Inn; great service and amenities, great location, great scenery and great room!!

This place is amazing. The rooms are very clean with a rustic feel. All of the food is amazing. The staff are all super nice and accommodating. The massage and facial were the best I've ever had. Walking trails down to the creek are beautiful. My friends and I are definitely coming back. We've already decided this will be our annual girls trip destination.

We absolutely loved this amazing place. From the room to the grounds & the food... everything was amazing & exceeded our expectations. Looking forward to returning!

For my wife's Birthday this year and our 3rd Anniversary we decided to go big and spend the entire weekend from Thursday night to Sunday morning. We never had a true honeymoon so I promised her that no cost was too high. This place hit everything she had been looking for privacy, relaxing feel,and top notch staff!! Derrick helped her plan and organize the entire weekend and not a single detail was missed. The relaxation spa treatment are totally worth everything and then some. Meals where amazing and all of the wait staff are extremely professional and top of the line in customer service and hospitality. This will not be the last trip for us to Sage Hill. We enjoyed every minute. Additionally the fact that it's an adult only retreat makes it that much more enjoyable.

Oasis. Heaven. Treasure. Another world. Diamond. How we found this place was a fluke, but I'm so glad we stumbled upon it. Romantic doesn't even begin to explain how this place makes you feel. Even though there were other guests, it felt like we were alone. So private, and peaceful. The grounds are just breathtaking. The room (Porter room) was spacious and immaculate. That tub....ridiculously amazing. And that bed...a cloud of marshmallow heaven. The food was ok, and their produce was the freshest I've had. I wasn't focused on the food as much, but knowing it was there if we needed to eat was very comforting. We did the Grapes & olives tour as well. Very nice! Lunch at trattoria lisina was amazing (if willing to leave the inn)! All in all...just a perfect weekend, perfect gem of an inn, perfect location.

Ultimate Hill Country bed and breakfast (and dinner), just a 30 minute drive from Austin. The property is well appointed and no detail is overlooked. The owners and staff really make you feel at home. You can help yourself to the kitchen if you need anything at all. The rooms are also very well done- just wait until you see the bathrooms! Breakfast and Dinner are included in the price of the room. Both meals were excellent. Hot breakfasts included french toast and eggs benedict. If you are going in the summertime, the pool is where you'll want to be if you are staying on the property during the day. Other bonuses: Delicious cookies and drinks are left out 24/7 in case you get the munchies or the thirsties. At dusk, you can watch the bats zooming around over head. Oh, and Emeril Lagasse stayed here recently too!

Loved loved loved this inn ! Old combined with modern . The rooms are modern and very nice . The grounds are old cozy quaint feel . There w a group and we enjoyed everything about this weekend stay !

" I LOVE this place!!! "I repeated this over and over again on my most recent trip to Sage Hill Inn last weekend. This was my third time staying at Sage Hill Inn and it is just the best place. The grounds are stunning and peaceful, the rooms are beautiful, the customer service is top notch, and the food is excellent! The spa was amazing and the massage I had by Greg was one of the best massages I've ever had! Derrick at the front desk was helpful and informative and helped make our stay wonderful. Thank you to everyone at Sage Hill Inn for an unforgettable weekend!

A Magical Place for A Magical Event! Sherri and I celebrated our 25th Anniversary and were trying to find a place not too far out of Austin... but a World away! We stumbled upon Inn Above Onion Creek's website and were lucky that they had 1 room left, The Kuykendahl. And boy were we lucky! Upon checking in, Amy, Don and the entire staff could not be friendlier. They helped us to our Suite, showed us the grounds, and basically have us access to the entire place! What was truly special was the way they accommodated our dietary needs, and prepared us special gluten and dairy free meals. The Kuykendahl Suite is to die for. It's a 2 story, with front and back balconies overlooking the magnificent Hill Country. Everything is completely first class... but the topper is the Master Bath. Undoubtedly, the coolest, richest we have ever seen! A HUGE 2 person Jacuzzi in front of a picture window with the Hill Country beyond, and shower that could comfortably handle 6 (but we kept it to just the two of us)! Dinner was delicious. The camaraderie with other guests was wonderful, and the entire evening couldn't have been better. Thank you IAOC for making our 25th Anniversary as perfect as we always imagined!

The in room fireplace helped create a wonderful evening curled up in one of the most comfy beds. The tub and shower were top notch along with toiletries . The view from our room was postcard perfect. The food was excellent as we had waffles and thick sliced smoky bacon and hand squeezed orange juice for breakfast. The pork tenderloin we had for dinner was succulent and the accompanying sides were a real treat(I think my grandmother might have been cooking that night, lol!). Dinner was shared with other guest as was two bottles of wine we brought. You are free to bring your own adult beverages. The grounds were a welcomed escape from the laptop and tv. We spent about two hours getting away near the dry creek bed and enjoyed the silence of nature. Oh, we took some cookies on our walk (oatmeal/cranberry) from the all you care to eat option. Amy and the rest of the staff were great along with the guest we met. We will be back to escape the busy world of our lives.

My husband and I just finished a staycation visit to the Texas Hill Country. The Inn Above Onion Creek was our last stop but we wish it had been first...we never would have bothered to go elsewhere. The setting was lovely, offering great views of the Texas sunset, a glorious and newly rebuilt pool deck where we swam after dark watching the bats swooping around. The food was delicious and significantly better than the other B&B's we stayed at while out. The dinner was roasted quail, swiss chard from their gardens and sauteed mushrooms. Bring your own bottle of wine to dinner, relax and enjoy the natural and pleasant conversation with your tablemates. We met some lovely people! Our room (Kuykendahl) was two stories which was perfect since I go to bed earlier than my hubby...he was able to read without disturbing me. The shower in the room was larger than the entire bathroom of my first apartment! It had a front and back porch that enabled us to enjoy the gardens as well as the sunset. Perfect setting. We will be back!

Stayed here with girlfriends for a weekend away to the hill country. It was a great experience. We partook of some of the spa activities available and just relaxed. We got in very late the first night and they had kept our plates ready for us to take to our rooms and eat. That was much appreciated. The food was very good and made the rates of the rooms much more palatable. The most enjoyable part of the stay other than simply relaxing was getting to visit with the other guests in the morning and evening around the community table and getting to know people we normally would not have spoken to over dinner if we had been at separate tables. It was a nice feeling and good camaraderie and connection to other human beings, strangers even. I hope to return.

The Inn is a lovely place in the Texas Hill Country. We were in the Ranch House for a family girls weekend and it was beautiful. Beds were like clouds. Great decks, wonderful trails, awesome pool. Perfect place for a relaxing family gathering. However, the food ranged from mediocre to really not great. I had the best choices because I asked for vegetarian fare. But for the meat lovers, it was really bad. We were there 4 nights and were served chicken twice, an indistinguishable fish dish and pork tenderloin. You would think in Texas, on a cattle ranch, there would be beef at least one night. Starters were uninspiring, main vegetarian entrees included nice fresh veggies but the meat entrees were not great. One night, the chicken was so salty, no one in our party could eat much of it, similarly the fish was largely uneaten. The pork tenderloin seemed fine but the bacon it was wrapped in was completely raw. Desserts were also nothing to write home about- Chocolate cake was dry. We saw lots of roadside stands with fresh peaches, tomatoes, squash, greens but not much of that ended up at the table. It was too bad really, as it was a lovely setting and first class in every other way. Hope it is a brief and temporary problem.

Dinner: 6.5/10 - not stellar but good (lemon risotto, shrimp succotash, pink peppercorn ice cream w/ grilled peaches) Breakfast: 7.5/10 solid (pecan waffles, bacon, fresh OJ, assorted breads) Room: 8.5/10 clean, nice, very comfy Grounds: 10/10 beautiful, great for hiking, AWESOME pool, incredible views

Location is absolut beautiful!!! I mean eveything is perfect!!! Super clean! The rooms are amazing! If you want to get disconnect from your busy work this will be the right location for you! They have 5 differents trails for hikking. Which you have to try! Or just relax at the pool. Get treatments at the Spa which is in the middle of the beautiful garden. The garden you have to visit too!! Check the vetetable selcetion!! So beautiful!!! The entire staff is super friendly and helpful! I loved to get a fresh nespresso coffee in the morning in our suite!! It is super quiet!!! I woke up during the night because i wasn't use to that!!! The view? Don't ask you have to see it by your own!!! Just saying!!! Breakfast and Dinner simple but perfect!! We love everything which we got!!! The salad fresh from the garden with a beautiful herb dressing. Smoked quail breast for the main course!!! We are looking forward to return!!!

This is a magical place!!!Whatever might be the reason for you being stressed out, Sage Hill is the cure. From start to finish this was an exceptional experience, everyone from reception, service and housekeeping was super friendly and welcoming! The rooms are super cozy and clean.my husband who is a chef was very impressed with the food, and so was I. Before we arrived I called and asked if we could have some lunch, the answer was a straight yes and once we got there we were directed to the beautiful patio with an amazing view. Make sure you walk around on the property, go down to the creek and have a swim it is magical! we will be back. As very hard-working people in the hospitality industry we appreciate it even more what sage hill has to offer! Thank you

Just spent some time last week at the Inn with close friends. It was absolutely fabulous! We stayed at the Ranch House, which was wonderful and super comfortable for the 4 of us. We spent hours talking outside by the fire pit and catching up! The dinner was truly lovely - a fabulous carrot/ginger soup, grilled black drum and home made ice cream for dessert. The breakfast was equally delicious and totally unexpected at how much effort was put in preparing a very generous spread plus fresh squeezed orange juice! Cheers to the chef! I must also say, all the new landscaping and renovations really blew me away! The Inn is so charming and has the perfect Hill Country feel. Great job to the staff!

Spent the weekend last weekend here with my girl friend. We stayed in the Toalsen suite. The room was great. Enough space but still quaint. Felt like an up-scale ranch house. I was surprised that the food was pretty solid! I love that kids under 12 are not allowed. They always have snacks, iced tea, coffee, and home made sweets available in between meals. We enjoyed a couples massage immediately when we first arrived. The spa was quaint, but nice. The massage was affordable... $180 for 2 (1) hour massages for a couple plus tip. The nature trails and garden made for wonderful morning walks. We truly let our selves relax and enjoyed it. If you live in Texas, this is a great relaxing and drivable pit stop you shouldn't pass up on.

We were looking for a place to hold our company's annual retreat and we found Sage Hill Inn on a Tuesday and arrived on a Sunday for three nights. Now, I almost don't want to tell anyone about the place because we liked it so much we want to keep it a secret! The grounds, food, lodgings and service are exquisite. It's not inexpensive but for what you get it's a great deal, we felt. We are already planning to do next year's retreat there and we'll book 5 days instead of three as soon as we can get it scheduled.

Stayed here again, while in town for work. I have stayed here a few times over the last 10 years, and honestly haven't noticed any negative affects from the change in management. The staff was really friendly and even arranged for me to have dinner brought to my room each night since I had a lot of work to do and I was staying by myself. My only complaint, the last night I was there the dinner through brought up was ice cold. If I had been paying for my stay I would've definitely complained. But besides that the stay was fantastic.

This is a nice place just far enough outside of Austin to feel like you're "away" and still not be driving all day long. We stayed the night in the Porter Room to celebrate our first anniversary. The grounds are very pretty, with a cutting flower garden that provides fresh bouquets in the room as well as the dining areas. We strolled out to the overlook (no water in the creek but still very pretty) and enjoyed the nice weather. The inn is set up nicely with a kitchen you're free to roam in-- grab a soda or juice out of the fridge, pinch a cookie out of the jar. There's also a library with a (small) selection of books and a (larger) selection of DVDs and CDs to use in the rooms. The towels are huge, thick, fluffy and wonderful. The monster bathtub was big enough for a small family. I only tried the shower (wished it had one of those rain showerheads instead of the dinky one that only pointed straight down though.) I was really hoping for more in the food category, unfortunately. Dinner was duck confit with dried cherry salsa, mushroom risotto, braised greens and a caesar salad; dessert was pound cake with peaches and whipped cream. The caesar dressing was off-- watery and too tart-- and the portion was small. The duck confit was heavenly, but the risotto a tad undercooked and I could have done with more greens and risotto. Tough to mess up a pound cake, which was pleasant if uninspired. Breakfast was really disappointing. The fruit (sliced pineapple, cantaloupe and honeydew) was fine, but the freshly-squeezed OJ totally disappointed because the carafes contained ice, which substantially watered down the drinks as it melted. There was a coffeecake with cranberries or some sort of fruit which I didn't try. The hot portion of the meal was scrambled eggs (dry) and biscuits (dry, mealy, crumbly, bland) with sausage gravy. I'm a Yankee, raised in Chicago, and this sausage gravy looked like the stuff I would make. Watery, white, thin, with sausage PENNIES quartered in the mix. That's right-- not crumbled breakfast sausage, but something like hotdog slices cut in quarters. IMHO if you have a bed and breakfast, the breakfast should offer several CHOICES to accommodate a variety of guests. How about a slow cooker full of oatmeal or grits? some cold cereals and a pitcher of milk? some bacon or sausage on the side? How hard would it be to have a selection of bagels, bread, and a toaster? These are a few low-maintenance, low-demand-on-staff options I would have liked. I don't mean to be a downer, but for $250 for two people (one Sunday night stay) I think the food should be better. And the light fixture over the shower shouldn't be chock full of dead bugs.

My husband and I were looking to find a place close, has food, spa, cozy, etc...for our anniversary. This place was above and beyond what we asked! I'm not sure where to begin so maybe list form... 1. the room we stayed in (Porter) was totally updated, which the website does not reflect yet. Its modern-vintage (repros) without being cold; and truly cozy and inviting. 2. The attention to detail is the thing I liked the most. Water coolers along hiking trails, flash light on keychain, every shape pillow your head could desire, the love they give coffee (you can have 1/2 n' 1/2, whole milk, soy milk, almond milk, skim milk, agave nectar, honey, raw sugar, white sugar, etc...), homemade cookies out all day, use of kitchen all day/night, library, games, movies galore, comfy seating in every comfy nock of the place, root beer, cream soda and water in your room fridge, chocolate by your bed, and this list could go on and on. 3. The food. Totally and absolutely wonderful. I had quail. My husband had steelhead trout. All on greens from the gardens. And rice and mole sauce. And homemade buns. And homemade cinnamon ice cream. All perfectly done. And of course they cater to vegans and vegetarians. 4. Spa was great! We both had massages and I had a facial. The place it's located now isn't bad but they are moving closer to the main building and the spa will open up to the gardens. This will be done anywhere between Thanksgiving and the New Year. I highly recommend some kind of treatment while you're there. 5. The staff. They're what make the place. Super helpful and friendly when you need them but not up in your grill when you don't. This is getting too long I think:) I just can't say enough about it. I've been to Lake Austin Spa and to the Hyatt and to a few day spas in town- not one of these can touch on The Inn. Just go. For reals.

Great location, wonderful views, very comfortable and spacious room, welcoming common spaces, good food, excellent spa services. Worth every penny!