Welcome To The Outpost!
Enjoy this unique limestone and log cabin honoring U.S. Military Service Members and U.S. First Responders!
About Us
Where America's Heroes Meets Texas Rustic Charm!
If you're looking for a Texas hill country vacation home that offers true peace and quiet, then look no further than The Outpost. Our unique limestone and log cabin with hot tub is constructed from various military, historical, and first-responder buildings from all across Texas, and is only 14 miles away from the heart of downtown and only 8 miles from Enchanted Rock State Park. Nestled 2,000 feet high on a private mountain top, these 15 secluded acres are here for you, your family, and your dogs to explore. There are no other cabins and no other renters in the area. The owners do not live on-site, and you do not have any close neighbors. Kick off yer boots and enjoy the freedom!
Outside Description
We have huge large front and back porches with plenty of space. Each porch has 2 large rocking chairs, a barrel table to rest your items, outdoor sockets, 96 feet of string lights for each porch, spotlights, and porch lights. The back porch has a large dining table and a large lounging couch. There are outdoor blankets in the footlocker on the porch for chilly nights. The 6-person hot tub and the 15’ fire pit are to the left of the back porch, and we stock firewood for you to use. The fire pit has a wood rack, ash bucket, long fire pit forks, 6 polywood Adirondack chairs, plus more spare chairs at the barn, plus plenty of log stumps to sit around the fire pit and make s’mores, roast hot dogs, or have plenty of cocktails. The area’s roadways and trails are ideal for walking, biking, hiking, ideal for UTV/ ATVs, both on and off the property (Keese Rd. is perfect for a long UTV tour). Because of the open land, there is a great biodiversity throughout the area. We are also super-dog friendly!
Inside Description
With almost 2,330 covered square feet (includes the cabin, porches, and the barn), The Outpost sleeps 8 with 1 California king bedroom, 1 queen bedroom, 1 pullout full bed, and 2 rollaway cots. We have 2 full baths, and the guest restroom has a bathtub. All restrooms and baths are equipped with ADA grab bars. Each room has extra linen, luggage racks, floor fans, space heaters, ceiling fans, smoke detectors, satellite TV, and are WIFI enabled along with a WIFI booster. Our full kitchen has a large granite island, a dishwasher, a farmhouse sink, a five-burner gas stove/ oven, a microwave, toaster oven, wine fridge, and a bread toaster. We provide all of the dishes, pots, pans, cooking utensils, cups, and all appliances. The large double-door refrigerator has an icemaker and a filtered water dispenser inside the refrigerator. The living area has a wood-burning fireplace for winter-time snuggling. A full washer & dryer, ironing board, iron, clothing steamer, and hangers are all provided. The restrooms are fully stocked with bathing towels, make-up towels, hairdryers, and toiletries.
The Barn
A 330 square foot covered barn is available for your use. Comes with a nice elevated concrete slab, fenced in, with a large outdoor TV, nighttime overhead lighting, large propane grill, a portable grill table, a large foldable table, plenty of extra chairs, beer ice-tin, grilling spices, and grilling utensils. The view to the north from the barn is picturesque!
For Your Children & Your Dogs
We have four children, so we know you need some activities to keep them busy. We provide the following to make your vacation a little easier: An inflatable pool in the barrel on the back porch, a fan sprinkler to jump through, a bathtub, sketch pad, colored pencils, eraser & sharpener, high-chair, portable pack-n-play playard, baby bath, board games, and a Nintendo Wii with plenty of games. Also, The Outpost has hidden rooms, trap doors, secret treasures, clever riddles, and many puzzles -- who knows what might be discovered?
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And in consultation with Dogologie off Main Street in downtown Fredericksburg, we are pleased to offer the following goodies for your furry family members: 2 dogs any size and breed are welcome -- additional dogs will require approval, an entire guest room dedicated to military & first responder dogs, fully fenced with an additional 2 – 4 ft. high metal panel, 15 acres for walks on-site; unlimited off-site, nearby Crabapple Creek for cooling off, regular flea & tick lawn spraying, dog sleeping blankets, gray dog drying towels, dog waste station with bags & scooper at the barn, 3 different size steel water bowls, 4 water hose stations, super large shaded front & back porches to escape the sun, extra-large collapsible crate under guest bed, and dog treats in the kitchen – yay, dogs love The Outpost!
Goodies Just For You
Chocolate halloween candy (seasonal)
Coffee. creamer, sugar
Dog biscuits
Firepit color packs
Firewood
Honey
Hot cocoa powder (seasonal)
Mini marshmallows (seasonal)
Movie candy
Orange juices 10oz
Peppermints (seasonal)
Popcorn
S’mores kit 2 per person
Spices
Tea bags
Water (bottled and filtered)
Wine 1 bottle per stay (sometimes another!)
...and much more!
Meet The Owners
Why Build The Outpost?
The Carews, who are the designers and owners of The Outpost, come from a long line of veterans and first responders – you could say it’s, ‘in their blood.’ They have a long history of service to our country with the military, law enforcement, nursing, firefighting, and emergency services. In fact, the Owners of The Outpost are a combat infantryman (Michael Carew), and a tough-as-nails registered nurse (Lori Carew). So, it came very naturally to build and décor the cabin to that end.
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Lori Carew has a lifelong passion of wanting to help others which led her into the career of being a registered nurse. It is important to her that first responders find a place of refuge and relaxation - to be able to rest, reset, and take care of themselves. For Lori, that is The Outpost. Lori believes in taking time to get away from the hustle and bustle, which ultimately makes her a better nurse, a better leader, and a better person overall. Sharing this with others, so that they may also reset, is part of Lori’s mission to help her fellow nurses and first responders through respite care.
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Michael Carew served his country for a total time of 30 years, including the U.S. Army, U.S. Army Reserve, U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs, and the U.S. Postal Service. Michael joined the U.S. Army as an Infantryman and was stationed in Europe in Friedberg, Germany. After his deployment in Europe, Michael was stationed with the 24th Infantry Division in Fort Stewart, Georgia, and soon deployed for the Persian Gulf War from 1990 -1991, where he served as the Pointman in all combat operations. After witnessing too many terrible outcomes of PTSD with military veterans and fellow soldiers, Michael was motivated to create a sanctuary for all active duty, veterans, and military retires. To Michael, The Outpost is a place of peace, tranquility, and reflection, and it is his hope to bring some comfort and rest to all those in need.
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You too can also become part of The Outpost -- there is a patch wall if you wish to leave a memento (bring your insignia or patches), a coin challenge, and an on-site fundraiser with souvenirs for sale including engraved bricks.
Partnerships
Eat Fredericksburg Texas
Texas Tours & Transportation
Texas Tours & Transportation
Don’t feel like cooking? No problem - we sponsor Chel Leo Aguirre and he will make the trip to cook you an amazing meal! Book him in advance by calling 830-383-9224, or by visiting Eat Fredericksburg Texas at: https://www.eatfbgtx.com/.
Texas Tours & Transportation
Texas Tours & Transportation
Texas Tours & Transportation
Don't feel like driving? We got you covered! If you need a ride, give our partner a call, Texas Tours & Transportation, at 830-733-8169, or by visiting their website at: https://texastourco.com/.
Dogologie
Texas Tours & Transportation
Dogologie
We are doggone happy to have Dogologie help us prepare our cabin for your canine family members! Give them a visit downtown at 148 E. Main Street, call at 830-997-5855, or visit them at: https://dogologie.com/.