Hideaway Round Top officially opens at 2600 Hwy 237 as a 21-acre retreat and event space just two miles south of Round Top’s historic town square. The elevated property blends rolling hills, live oaks and thoughtful design into an experience that feels equal parts creative sanctuary and intimate gathering space. For travelers visiting during antiques season or simply seeking a refined countryside escape, Hideaway offers both privacy and proximity.

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Rooted in preservation and intention

Texas natives Emily and Rick Seiders purchased the property in 2020 after it had been slated for a 128-unit condominium development. Instead of expanding density, the couple chose restoration, returning the land to its natural state and preserving its character.

The property sits adjacent to The Compound and near Marburger Farm, placing guests within reach of Round Top’s most iconic destinations while maintaining the feel of a secluded ranch.

For Emily, founder and creative director of Studio Seiders, the project reflects both personal history and professional vision. With her family roots in Texas spanning more than two centuries, the design of Hideaway draws from authentic farm life while elevating the experience through layered, modern details.

“We’re thrilled to open our doors to the creative community of Round Top,” Seiders says. “This retreat is a dream come true for us. Our family has been in Texas for over 200 years, and I’ve drawn on many of my own personal experiences growing up on and around farms and ranches –  from riding horses to picking wild blackberries – to deliver both a unique destination for visitors, and a place our neighbors could be proud of.” 

An elevated farm stay experience

The 3,321-square-foot main farmhouse features three uniquely designed bedrooms, complemented by two 692-square-foot guest cottages. Together, the accommodations host up to 19 guests.

Inside, guests will find:

• A custom chef’s kitchen and bar
• Expansive porches with sweeping countryside views
• An outdoor kitchen and dining pavilion
• Thoughtfully curated communal spaces

Outside, walking trails wind across the 21-acre property, leading to a spring-inspired pool, communal fire pit, yoga deck and fishing pier overlooking a large pond.

The atmosphere encourages both gathering and reflection, whether for family stays, creative retreats or milestone celebrations.

Designed with heritage in mind

A collaboration between Studio Seiders and Sam Burch Architect, the property’s design reinterprets Round Top’s cultural history through a contemporary lens.

Vintage textiles and antique quilts are transformed into art installations. Kitchen tiles reflect regional flora and fauna. Local stone anchors the chef’s kitchen. Subtle nods to traditional German architecture appear in modern silhouettes.

The result feels distinctly Texan without leaning into cliché. Grounded, warm and intentionally crafted.

Looking ahead

A second phase of development, scheduled for 2027, will add two tiny homes and a 3,409-square-foot event space featuring a full-service bar, catering kitchen and expansive steel-and-glass windows overlooking the pond.

Hideaway Round Top is now accepting reservations. To learn more, visit hideawayroundtop.com.