When the whole crew's coming, you want somewhere with room to spread out — and a little grandeur doesn't hurt. The Richland Estate is the big one: a home built in the 1790s on the banks of the Ohio River in western Kentucky, moved to Settlers Crossing in 1989 and restored, rising three full stories with four bedrooms for eight, plus a barn apartment out back that opens for groups of nine or ten. It carries the allure of a bygone era in every corner — original character, generous rooms, and the presence that only comes with age — while modern comforts make it easy to actually live in. Each floor tells a little more of the story.



This is the property built for gathering. The living areas are spacious enough that a big group can be together without being on top of each other, and private enough that everyone still gets a corner to themselves. There's a full kitchen, air conditioning and a TV. And then there's the pool — the natural center of gravity on a warm Hill Country afternoon, where the day slows down and nobody's in a rush.



The grounds match the house. Set within Settlers Crossing, the estate looks out on the open, unhurried landscape that makes this part of Texas what it is. Friendly farm animals graze the property, and the wildlife rounds out the scene. Between the pool, the porches, and the space, there's a version of the day for everyone in your group. And for the curious ones, our Fredericksburg AI Historical Guide can walk your group through the estate's history and the wider story of Settlers Crossing.



Early check-in may be available on request. Every stay includes the Texas Hill Country Travel App, a local guide for exploring the area.



WHY WE LIKE IT

The Richland Estate is the one we suggest for reunions, celebrations and groups of friends. It is the only large-group home at Settlers Crossing, with four bedrooms on three stories, a barn apartment for two more, and its own pool. And the house itself dates to the 1790s.

— Spencer and Jess, Backroads Hill Country



SLEEPING

Primary bedroom: king bed

Bedroom 2: queen bed

Bedroom 3: queen bed

Bedroom 4: two twin beds

Barn apartment (opened for groups of nine or ten): two twin beds

Main house: two full bathrooms and a half bath

Barn apartment: a shower and sink, but no toilet



GOOD TO KNOW

Important: the barn apartment has a shower and sink but no toilet. Guests sleeping there use the bathrooms in the Richland main house, a short walk away.

Groups of eight or fewer stay in the main house; the barn apartment is opened for groups of nine or ten.

Settlers Crossing is about 35 acres, five minutes from downtown Fredericksburg. The house and the pool are yours; the grounds, trails and farm animals are shared with guests in the other historic houses.

This is a historic building, so expect the quirks that come with its age.

Up to two pets are welcome; any pet fee is shown when you book.

Check-in is 4 PM and check-out is 11 AM.