Fredericksburg || “Off the beaten path” places to eat, drink & stay
Only about an hour and a half away from Austin, TX, Fredericksburg is the place to go if you want quaint small town vibes, wineries galore & German food. If you’ve been to Fredericksburg numerous times and are looking for NEW and UNIQUE experiences or an “off the beaten path” itinerary, continue reading on.
Where to stay:
Stonewall Country Cottage as seen on TV’s Cash Pad
Stay in this private, quaint farmhouse cottage in the Heart of the Texas Hill Country away from major roads and hustle and bustle of Fredericksburg and Johnson City. It’s been featured on the television show Cash Pad so every corner is insta-worthy and fabulous. Also, it has a hot tub! The on-site hosts are awesome and attentive, even providing s’more kits for the fire pit and a spa kit for the hot tub.
Where to drink:
Heath Sparkling Wines
There are so many great places to drink in Fredericksburg, but Heath Sparkling Wines at Grapecreek Vineyards stands out as a distinctive experience. 1) Amazing sparkling wines. 2) The tasting room is sleek, modern, & absolutely beautiful. It’s spacious and surrounded by a gorgeous 22 acres of vineyard landscape. 3) They offer brunch in their gorgeous backyard (start off your day with the most delicious sparkling wine & pastries!) What more do you need?
Open everyday from 11am-5:30pm
https://www.heathsparkling.com
Where to eat:
Emma + Ollie Restaurant and Bakery
Everything is scratch-made and inspired by their grandmother’s cooking. From homemade pop tarts to fried oyster nachos, they have dishes that are unique, comforting and will leave you wanting more. Also, the prices here are much more reasonable than many of the restaurants along Main Street.
Open Tuesday–Saturday for breakfast (7:30–10:30am) and lunch (11am–2pm). Closed Sunday and Monday.
https://www.emmaolliefbg.com
Unique or classic, no matter what you choose to do in Fredericksburg, you can’t go wrong! Add these to your itinerary if you’re looking to have some fresh experiences.
