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Hill Country Bed and Breakfast: Scenic Fall Drives Along the Devil’s Backbone

September 17th, 2012 by Blair House Inn

Take a road trip into the Texas Hill Country and enjoy the beautiful vistas of WimberleyValley. The Village of Wimberley is in a valley shadowed by The Devil’s Backbone, a large uplifted ridge that hooks around the area. Visiting the Devil’s Backbone is a must when visiting the area in the Fall, the hill sides are ablaze in reds, yellows and oranges.

It is easily accessed from the Blair House Inn by taking Ranch Road 12 east towards San Marcos until RR12 intersects with FM 32. Just turn left on FM 32– it snakes atop Devil’s Backbone.

About seven miles into the drive there is a rest area that offers a fantastic view of the entire valley, a true Hill Country site. If you continue down FM 32, you will arrive at Fischer Store Road. Fischer was once a bustling ranching and farming community and is still the site of many of the most interesting off-the-beaten-path adventures in the Hill Country. Start with the old Fischer store; a tin-clad, 1880s western-style building that now is home to an antiques and mementos from the community’s rich history. If you go a little further you will discover what Willie Nelson referred to as a “national treasure”, old Fischer Hall. The country singing and songwriting legend used Fischer Hall as a backdrop for some of his music videos. This historic Hill Country dance hall is over 130 years and has been a gathering place for the community for years and has hosted thousands of dances featuring virtually every Texas-based musician of note, including iconic Nelson.

If you venture just a couples miles further you will land in the little town of Blanco. Be sure to stop by Real Ale Brewing for a tour and tasting of their newest beers “The Devil’s Backbone” named for the scenic ridge that runs between Blanco and Wimberley, Devil’s Backbone is a Belgian-style tripel.

Take a leisurely drive along the picturesque Devil’s Backbone located just minutes from the Blair House Inn. The Hill Country is wonderful place to take in the view and enjoy the ride.

Tags: Fall foliage, hill country getaway, scenic drive, Texas Hill Country, texas hill country brewery
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Wimberley Bed and Breakfast: Fall Weekend Getaway!

September 5th, 2012 by Blair House Inn

The Texas Hill Country is one of the most popular tourist areas in the southern United States. The prime reason for the region’s popularity is its unique natural beauty and many natural attractions. Enjoy nature’s bounty and all that Wimberley has to offer this Fall. Wimberley is the perfect weekend getaway this September for those of you that like to get outside. You won’t have to venture too far from theInnto enjoy the natural attractions of the Hill Country. The Blair House Inn is located on 22 beautiful acres with a mile long nature trail that has gorgeous of Wimberley Valley. The Blair House property is home to white-tail deer, foxes, several species of birds and lizards. We are also located about 3 miles from the Wimberley Hike and Bike Trail which is perfect for late evening walks and early morning hikes. The trail is 6 miles in length and runs through the center of Wimberley, perfect for stopping off in town or talking a dip in the Blue Hole on Cypress Creek.

Blair House Inn is conveniently located in Wimberley which is within a hour from several state parks. Enjoy the beauty of Hamilton Pool or the vastness of the LBJ Ranch. Take a drive over to Blanco with a picnic lunch and enjoy the river as it quietly flows past. As October and November roll around you may want to venture out to Lost Maples State Park just south of Austin. Most people relate fall foliage and the “changing of the leaves” to the eastern portion of the United States. However, portions of Texas actually see dramatic changes in foliage coloration as fall draws near. New Englanders aren’t the only that get to enjoy watching the fall foliage change, Lost Maples Natural Area in Central Texas offers Texans and visitors to Texas a breathtaking palette of colors every fall.

Book your Wimberley Weekend Getaway for this Fall! Enjoy the changing of the seasons at the Blair House Inn, a perfect Wimberley retreat.

Tags: Autumn Getaway, Fall Getaway, hill country getaway, picnic, weekend getaway, Wimberley activities, Wimberley TX
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