The Melvin

The Melvin is a stunning, ranch-style guest suite nestled in nearly 10-acres of Hill Country farmland. It boasts style and elegance with a luxurious bathroom, fireplace and a private courtyard. Soak in the outdoor hot tub with a glass of wine or cozy up with a book by the fireplace — a unique retreat awaits you.

At The Melvin, you’ll discover understated luxury in the country.

This spacious studio-style layout offers a seamless blend of modern minimalism and high-end amenities including a private courtyard with a hot tub and firepit, a king-sized bed with high-thread count linens, a kitchenette, a fireplace and more. The Melvin is one of four exclusive guesthouses on nearly 10-acres of farmland that comprise Behrends Family Homestead. The property is surrounded by wineries and is a short 15-minute drive to Fredericksburg Main Street.

Plush reading chairs beside the fireplace offer comfortable seating, making it the perfect spot to delve into a good book or sip on your morning coffee. A dining nook provides a cozy space to enjoy meals or graze on snacks.

The unit is equipped with a flat-screen TV featuring Roku, ensuring you have access to a variety of entertainment options during your stay.

The kitchenette includes a mini-fridge for storing the goodies you picked up from Main Street, a microwave for heating up meals and a coffee-maker for brewing your morning pick-me-up. Basic dinnerware, glassware and cutlery are provided for your convenience.

The spa-quality bathroom features a spacious walk-in shower with a rainshowerhead and a double vanity. Finishes are elegant and chic.

Step outside to relax in your private courtyard. The centerpiece of this outdoor space is a luxurious hot tub, inviting you to soak your cares away after a day of exploring. While you unwind in the hot tub with a glass of tempranillo, you can stream your favorite show on the outdoor flat-screen TV. Hey, why not? You’re on vacation after all.

An outdoor shower, fire pit, lounge seating and a bistro table round out the amenities. The Melvin is a romantic Wine Country escape like no other.

Each guesthouse is named after a family member who spent time cultivating the land and shaping it into what it is today.

The Melvin is named after the owner’s uncle who manned the family tractor at age five.