10 Unique and Creative Airbnbs in Texas
Texas is the second-largest state in the US and features diverse attractions and destinations to inspire creativity. Here are 10 unique and creative Airbnbs to stay at in Texas.
The best part of planning a creative vacation or creative retreat in Texas is the diversity of locations to stay. Are you looking for a spot in solitude and connected to nature, a place with beach access, or somewhere close to the unique attractions to inspire creativity? Whatever your creative goals are, there are many unique places to stay for all types of creative travel and budgets.
When it comes to unique Airbnbs for creative retreats, luxury treehouses like this one are a great way to support creativity. Perfect for many types of getaways, Ryders Treehouse in Baird is located in the middle of an 800-acre working ranch.
With plenty of space for privacy, you can relax, connect with nature, and even work in peace. The space comes with all necessary supplies, a kitchen, and a screened-in semi-private outdoor shower and toilet.
- Sleeps: 2
- Minimum Stay: 2 Nights
Creative Retreat
- Best For: Solo Retreat, Creative Couples
- Workspace: Small Indoor Table, Outdoor Seating, Small Outdoor Table, Large Outdoor Table
- Amenities: No Wifi, Coffee Maker, Patio/Balcony, Hammock, Fire Pit, BBQ, Waterfront
Camping doesn’t always have to be rustic and challenging. It can be a luxurious experience of comfort and relaxation. Habibi in Marble Falls is a luxury glamping treetop dome with a dip pool inspired by the Moroccan geodesic dome that will make you feel like you’re floating in the treetops.
Wake up to panoramic views, cool down in your own plunge pool, work on your creative project in privacy, and be immersed in nature while still having the comforts of home.
- Sleeps: 2
- Minimum Stay: 1 Night
Creative Retreat
- Best For: Solo Retreat, Creative Couples, Wellness Travel
- Workspace: Desk, Outdoor/Indoor Seating
- Amenities: Wifi, Coffee Maker, BBQ, Patio/Balcony, Fire Pit, Pool
This exquisite and handcrafted home, the Extraordinary Treehouse in Dallas is the perfect escape from the city. Blending Bauhaus contemporary with warm rustic elegance, you can bathe in the beauty of the forest and listen to a running brook as light shimmers through Japanese maples in this secluded setting, perfect for a creative retreat.
- Sleeps: 4
- Minimum Stay: 2 Nights
Creative Retreat
- Best For: Creative Families, Small Creative Groups, Creative Couples
- Workspace: Dining Table, Outdoor Seating
- Amenities: Wifi, Coffee Maker, Bathtub, Patio/Balcony, Forest, Pond
This off-the-grid adobe eco-friendly dome in Terlingua will be giving you the Star Wars vibes as you enjoy this creative space near Big Bend National Park.
Featured on HGTV’s Mighty Tiny Houses, this off-grid living opportunity makes a good base for creative retreats and travel. Take day trips to different sites, towns, and hikes around the Big Bend Region. Work on your creative project in peace and be inspired every day by the majestic sunrises, sunsets, and unmatched views of the night sky.
The dome is an earthen structure with a cob (adobe) barrier providing shelter from the desert elements such as heat, cold, winds, and rain. The small but functional dome kitchen provides a two-burner propane stove and oven, as well as a refrigerator that is powered by solar power.
- Sleeps: 3
- Minimum Stay: 1 Night
Creative Retreat
- Best For: Solo Retreat, Creative Couples
- Workspace: Dining Table, Outdoor Seating
- Amenities: Wifi, BBQ, Hammocks, Mountain Views, Desert Views
Relax and enjoy the views of Spring Branch, Texas, at this private guesthouse set on a cliff above the Guadalupe River. Enjoy the sweeping vistas in this Hill Country getaway that features a private pool, space, outdoor grill, a relaxing courtyard with a stone fire pit with plenty of outdoor seating, and more.
This home was designed for rest, relaxation, and fun. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and outdoor activities although you may never want to leave the peace and quiet. Use it as your launching pad to visit the Hill Country, New Braunfels, and San Antonio, or just stay and work on your creative project in peace.
- Sleeps: 5
- Minimum Stay: 2 Nights
Creative Retreat
- Best For: Creative Families, Creative Groups
- Workspace: Large Dining Table, Breakfast bar, Kitchen Table, Outdoor Seating, Balcony Table
- Amenities: Wifi, Coffee Maker, Fire Pit, Private Pool, Hot Tub, Pool Table, Patio/Balcony
Do you have a large group of creatives that need a break from the world to get some work done?
The Skyhouse at Canyon Lake is an ultra-modern engineering marvel with sweeping views of Canyon Lake and the surrounding landscape that can house a large group.
Although shopping, dining, and outdoor recreation are within easy reach, you may find you never want to leave this bright, airy sanctuary high above the fray of everyday life. Soak in the views from the wraparound main deck, take a dip in the private pool, and catch some rays in a reclining lounge chair. Or fire up the grill for an alfresco meal as the sun sets over the hills below.
- Sleeps: 10
- Minimum Stay: 2 Nights
Creative Retreat
- Best For: Creative Families, Creative Groups
- Workspace: Large Dining Table, Large Balcony Table, Breakfast Bar, Bedroom Desk, Outdoor Picnic Table, Outdoor Seating
- Amenities: Wifi, Coffee Maker, Pool, Hot Tub, Bathtub, BBQ, Patio/Balcony, Lake View, Valley View
This Butterfly Cottage Airbnb in Red Rock is the perfect escape for a private creative retreat. This creative biophilic cottage, designed in collaboration with nature, sits on 67 private acres in the heart of Ardor Wood Farm, an oasis for wildlife. Located 20 miles from the F1 track & equidistant to the best TX BBQ in Lockhart or charming downtown Bastrop. 20-30 minutes to everything!
Take a break and refuel the creative juices by enjoying one of the several walking trails, a pond, view farm animals (pre-arranged visits/feedings with owners are possible), and experience a journey through the Chartres-style Medieval labyrinth.
- Sleeps: 2
- Minimum Stay: 2 Nights
Creative Retreat
- Best For: Solo Retreat, Wellness Retreat, Creative Couples
- Workspace: Small Table, Outdoor Seating
- Amenities: No Wifi, Coffee Maker, Patio/Balcony
Escape the city and seek some creative peace at this Hill Country Tower in Boerne is surrounded by beautiful country views.
Enjoy the calming nature, a night sky full of stars, and endless views from the unique perspective of this creative Airbnb. The 3 stories fully-outfitted tower, designed by a prestigious local architect, is topped off by a deck that overlooks over 100 acres of pristine, undeveloped Hill Country property. The Airbnb is a 5-minute drive to Downtown Boerne and a short drive to Fredericksburg and Kerrville.
- Sleeps: 2
- Minimum Stay: 2 Nights
Creative Retreat
- Best For: Solo Retreat, Wellness Retreat, Creative Couples
- Workspace: Balcony Table, Desk with View, Outdoor Table
- Amenities: Wifi, Coffee Maker, Hammock, Patio/Balcony, BBQ
The Kettle House in Galveston may look familiar to fans of the HGTV/DIY show “Big Texas Fix.” This newly renovated 1960s home was originally built as a steel storage tank and now includes all the comforts of home and environment for a creative retreat.
Work and relax on this large deck, perfect for catching rays and relaxing in the breeze. When you’re ready for a break, it’s only an 8-minute walk to the beach and a 12-mile drive to the historic Strand district, which is a great place to shop, dine, and be entertained.
- Sleeps: 2
- Minimum Stay: 2 Nights
Creative Retreat
- Best For: Creative Families, Creative Groups
- Workspace: Dining Table, Breakfast Bar, Outdoor Table, Outdoor Seating
- Amenities: Wifi, Outdoor Shower, Board Games, BBQ, Hammocks, Patio/Balcony, Beach Essentials
The Hill Country Hammock House in Round Mountain is a modern retreat located in the Hill Country, about an hour outside Austin (think rolling hills, green pastures, and breathtaking sunsets).
This secluded property is a unique, one-of-a-kind experience from the moment you enter the private gated ranch: the privacy you feel immediately upon entering, the Hammock Deck just off the bedroom balcony, a unique indoor shower, and an outdoor soaking tub. Designed for privacy, relaxation, and a little self-care.
If your creative travel goals include relaxation and self-care, even if it’s for the breaks in between creative work, this unique Airbnb makes all the stops to support you. The area is also surrounded by lakes and nearby adventures, making it a great central location to support different types of creative travel.
- Sleeps: 2
- Minimum Stay: 2 Nights
Creative Retreat
- Best For: Solo Retreat, Creative Couples, Wellness retreat
- Workspace: Small Table, Outdoor Seating, Outdoor Soaking Tub
- Amenities: Wifi, Coffee Maker, Hammock Deck, BBQ, Patio/Balcony, Outdoor Soaking Tub
Zach is an international writer, photographer, filmmaker, martial artist, and creator of Creative Enso, the Zen art of creative living. His goal is to empower and inspire creatives to live healthier, happier, and more creative lifestyles.
