An 1847 cabin, among the area's oldest homes

Some places you visit. This one you step into. Built in 1847, the Kusenberger Log Cabin is said to be the oldest house the settlers raised outside Fredericksburg - a single room of hand-hewn logs and stone that has kept its footing for the better part of two centuries. It went up when Texas was barely two years into statehood, put up by German families who built with what the land gave them, and built to last. The floors are the original stone, worn smooth by generations who came before you.

Inside, it's small in the way old cabins are small - and warm for the same reason. The sitting room gathers around a large stone fireplace, the kind that was once the whole point of a house. There's room for two, and not much more, which is exactly what makes it feel like a retreat rather than a rental. Couples fall for it. So do people who just want to be quiet for a while.

The porch is the cabin's best hour - stone, running the full length of the house, with rockers set out to catch the evening and the view of the Hill Country beyond. Friendly farm animals graze the grounds, and the wildlife comes and goes on its own schedule: deer at dusk, birdsong at first light. Nights come dark, the way they should this far from town. When you want to go deeper, our Fredericksburg AI Historical Guide can walk you through the cabin's past and the families who built Settlers Crossing.

Accommodations Detail:

One bedroom for two guests, with a large stone fireplace in the sitting room.
One full bathroom with a shower.

Features Description:

Air conditioning
A large stone fireplace, original stone floors
A television, inside authentic 1847 log-and-stone construction.
A full-length stone front porch with rockers looks out over the Hill Country
An outdoor grill on the grounds.

Unique Benefits:

- Said to be the oldest settler-built home outside Fredericksburg (1847)
- Original stone floors and a large stone fireplace
- Full-length stone porch with rockers and Hill Country views
- Intimate, romantic, and deeply quiet - built for two
- History available through the Fredericksburg AI Historical Guide

Location Activities:

There's no shortage of Hill Country to explore. Fredericksburg's Main Street has shops, galleries, German bakeries, and some of the best dining in the region.
The surrounding wine country is one of the largest in Texas, with dozens of tasting rooms within a short drive. Luckenbach - just down the road - is a legendary little dancehall town with live music and cold drinks.
Enchanted Rock offers hiking and famous stargazing, the Willow City Loop is a classic scenic drive (spectacular in bluebonnet season), and Old Tunnel State Park draws crowds for its nightly bat emergence.
For quieter days, the grounds of Settlers Crossing are a destination all their own - a walking trail winds through the oaks and pastures, and Paco, our resident donkey, is usually out to say hello.

Flexible Pricing for every group

Our rates adapt to make sure smaller groups don't overpay ; but bigger getaways still get full value.
- Base rate includes up to 2 guests
- Cleaning fee: $160
- Pet fee: $35 per pet per day (maximum- 1)

Booking platforms will automatically calculate your total based on the number of guests/pets you include in your booking and your stay dates.

Fredericksburg  :
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Nestled in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, Fredericksburg is a charming destination known for its German heritage, award-winning wineries, unique boutiques, local dining, and scenic beauty. Whether you're exploring historic Main Street, visiting nearby wineries, or enjoying the area's parks and attractions, Fredericksburg offers the perfect blend of relaxation, history, and Hill Country charm.

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