What better way to unwind from the day then a tasty beverage and warm relaxing hot tub? Nothing! The hot tub is cleaned, drained, shocked, and treated on a regular maintenance schedule with a certified professional. We use bromine tablets because they have less odor than chlorine and are not as irritating. There is also a small skimmer net in the stairs for surface particles. Please note you will be charged an extra $40 if you befoul the hout tub and it requires a draining / sterilization. Let us know IMMEDIATELY so we can send our tech up there right away to clean it. If you befoul the hot tub and leave without notifying us, you will be charged $40 plus full remediation costs, plus any other fees from damage, labor, or inconveience to the next Guest. Call or message us for any questions.

Fun Facts:

A few guests have commented on the teal color of the hot tub water (and even the indoor tub water in the guest bathroom) so we wanted to provide you with some fun facts about Texas Hill Country Water – we promise the beautiful teal color is not from algae!

Iron, manganese, and calcium carbonate from limestone are all common minerals that can cause water to range in color from red and orange to green and blue. You may have noticed the lakes and rivers in the Texas Hill Country have a stunning teal / turquoise / emerald color – that’s because of the limestone that is so prevalent throughout the area!

We have a well that goes deep underground about 300 feet into the Hickory Sandstone Aquifer. The water from this aquifer runs over ancient limestone and granite. As the water passes over the limestone, the rock is worn down over time, and the minerals from the limestone are dissolved into the water causing it to turn into a beautiful teal / turquoise / emerald color which you may notice in the hot tub.

Also, these same minerals cause the water to have a sweet taste – go ahead and try some from the water dispenser in the refrigerator – you will not taste better water!

 And Here Are The Hot Tub Rules:

1.     Unfasten all clips before removing the hot tub lid.

2.    No eating, bleach, soaps, sun block, detergents, makeup, lotions, or oils in the hot tub.

3.    No animals  in the hot tub.

4.    Children are not allowed in the hot tub unsupervised.

5.    Always use the buddy system while in the hot tub.

6.    Do not use the hot tub if you are pregnant.

7.    Bubbles are provided, please do not contribute yours.

8.    Because of entrapment possibility, remove cover completely before entry of bathers.

9.    To avoid injury, exercise care when entering or exiting a spa or hot tub.

10. No sitting on the lid. Do not allow people or pets to stand or sit on the cover. Do not use the lid as a table. You will be charged full replacement costs (about $550) if you bend, crack, or otherwise damage the lid.

11. The hot tub can take up to 24 hours to reheat up to 103 degrees if it was drained for cleaning purposes.

12. Do not open the access panel – you could get electrocuted.

13. Do not bring small objects in the hot tub – they can clog the jets.

14. Do not drain the hot tub – call the owners if there is a water issue. 

15. No diving, jumping, or dunking in the hot tub.

16. Prolonged immersion in hot water may induce hyperthermia (several degrees above the normal body temperature of 98.6°F).

17. People with infectious diseases should not use the hot tub.

18. Do not use the hot tub immediately following strenuous exercise.

19. If you light the firepit, make sure the firepit screen is in place. This cuts down on ash going into the hot tub.

20. When not in use, put the hot tub lid on, fasten all 4 clips, and place rocks on all 4 corners.

21. If the water drops below the jets, please refill until 1 inch above the jet. 

22. Scorpions like the hot tub – remove the lid cautiously. We spray regularly but some get through. There is a net in the hot tub stairs along with scorpion spray – use the spray for the sides of the hot tub if needed.

23. Please do not adjust or turn the waterfall dial (the one close to the waterfall). It is preset for filtration purposes.

Try These Steps If The Hot Tub Is Not Heating Up:

1.    Do not heat the hot tub past 103 degrees.

2.    If the water is changed it will be about 70 degrees, and it takes about 20 hours to warm up the tub to 100 degrees.

3.    Make sure the lid is secure. The hot tub will cool off if the lid is left open.

4.    During winter months the hot tub will take longer to heat up.

5.    We have an immersion heater stored in the barn to speed up the heating process. Please call us if you need this item and we will make the necessary arrangements.

6.    Look at the display – do you see the temperature? If not, push the up arrow and the temperature setting will display.

Display Screen:

7. Air injection into the massage jet water flow may be controlled by turning the venturi dials located on either side of the spa:

Water Level:

If needed, please add water so that the water level is always above the top jet. Operating jets without water pressure can break them. Add water 6 to 8 inches below the top edge of the hot tub. Do not overfill, as the hot tub's water level will rise as each person enters.

Legal Disclaimers:

1.  We recommend that all pregnant women consult a physician before hot tub use, particularly in the first trimester.

2.  The use of alcohol, drugs, or medication before or during spa use may lead to unconsciousness with the possibility of drowning.

3.  Persons suffering from obesity or with a medical history of heart disease, low or high blood pressure, circulatory system problems, or diabetes should consult a physician before using a spa.

4.  Persons using medication should consult a physician before using a spa since some medication may induce drowsiness while other medication may affect heart rate, blood pressure, and circulation.