Lucky Arrow Retreat

In recent years the Texas town of Dripping Springs has exploded as a tourist destination for travelers across the state, and beyond. Officially declared the Wedding Capital of Texas in 2005, the township has grown to boast a bevy of enticing attractions, from wedding venues to BBQ joints, to an ever-growing array of wineries, distilleries, and breweries. Dripping Springs’ most breathtaking resources, however, are its natural wonders. The majestic Pedernales Falls State Park is fewer than 30 minutes away, and the cool, cerulean waters of Hamilton Pool are so popular that it requires a reservation to visit. But in a town booming with tourism, there are surprisingly few places for visitors to stay. Lodging for larger groups, like weddings or retreats, is even more scarce.

Out of this need, the vision was born for Lucky Arrow Retreat, a basecamp for adventure in the Texas Hill Country. A design-forward hideaway retreat, Lucky Arrow features a variety of idyllic lodging options including a luxury ranch house, glamping yurts, and breezeway cabins. Clustered around communal courtyards, plunge pools, and bonfire pits, each is designed with the perfect combination of rustic charm and modern aesthetics. Tucked in a thicket of decades-old oak trees, a beer garden shares complimentary tastings of local wines and beers, along with a chance to kick back in the shade — or under the stars — with a beverage and some old (or new) friends. The highest point on the property wears the crown of the retreat, a striking multi-story event center with sweeping views of the Hill Country. Scarcity, meet abundance.