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The Ella Norah. A Luxury Retreat. Pool and Spa. Steps to Main Street.

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A spacious room with a large bed, a wooden door, and a chandelier. - The Ella Norah. A Luxury Retreat. Pool and Spa. Steps to Main Street. (Smithville)
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A spacious dining area with a large table and chairs, a chandelier, and a staircase with a black railing. - The Ella Norah. A Luxury Retreat. Pool and Spa. Steps to Main Street. (Smithville)
A spacious living room with a fireplace, a dining area, and a kitchen visible through an archway. - The Ella Norah. A Luxury Retreat. Pool and Spa. Steps to Main Street. (Smithville)
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with chairs, and a view of the outdoors through large windows. - The Ella Norah. A Luxury Retreat. Pool and Spa. Steps to Main Street. (Smithville)
You can look forward to a garden, laundry facilities and a hot tub at The Ella Norah. A Luxury Retreat. Pool and Spa. Steps to Main Street. . Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

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About this property

The Ella Norah. A Luxury Retreat. Pool and Spa. Steps to Main Street.

  • Welcome to The Ella Norah, a 1910 Cyprus Greek Revival, that has been fully restored to modern day luxurious glory while still retaining its historic charm. A relaxing & gorgeous haven surrounded by large Magnolia & Oak trees. A bird lover's paradise.This unique place has a style all its own & is in the central historic district of quaint charming, Smithville, Texas where many movies and TV shows have been filmed including Beneath The Darkness, that was filmed at The Ella Norah. Just a short walk to restaurants, art galleries, antique shops. and the Colorado River. A fabulous place to gather with family & celebrate special occasions. We are dog friendly and allow events. Dogs must be pre approved in advanced, paid for and able to follow our strict dog rules. Please do not bring your dog if you plan to leave it alone. Smithville is very dog friendly. Our rates are designed to accommodate 10 guests. Guests over 10 will require pre approval, an event agreement and fees. Please inquire about event pricing. All unauthorized events will be charged a $2500 fine and the reservation will be cancelled.

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About the area

Downtown Smithville, a neighbourhood in Smithville, is home to this holiday home. Buescher State Park and Bastrop State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include James H. Long Railroad Park and Museum and Scarlet Maze. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Cotton Bowl Speedway, or consider a night out at Lumberyard Music Hall. Visit our Smithville travel guide
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Smithville, TX

What's nearby

  • A large building with the sign "Circuit of the Americas".
    Circuit of the Americas
    47 min drive - 76.4 km
  • World's Largest Gingerbread Man
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • James H. Long Railroad Park and Museum
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bastrop State Park
    9 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Sherwood Forest Faire
    32 min drive - 51.7 km

Getting around

  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
    46 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dairy Queen
    18 min walk
  • El Mexicano Grill
    20 min walk
  • Comfort Cafe
    7 min walk
  • Quinto Patio Restaurant
    7 min walk
  • Mexico Lindo
    20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does The Ella Norah. A Luxury Retreat. Pool and Spa. Steps to Main Street. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Ella Norah. A Luxury Retreat. Pool and Spa. Steps to Main Street. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at The Ella Norah. A Luxury Retreat. Pool and Spa. Steps to Main Street. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Ella Norah. A Luxury Retreat. Pool and Spa. Steps to Main Street. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Ella Norah. A Luxury Retreat. Pool and Spa. Steps to Main Street. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Ella Norah. A Luxury Retreat. Pool and Spa. Steps to Main Street. located?

Located in Downtown Smithville, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Colorado River and James H. Long Railroad Park and Museum. World's Largest Gingerbread Man and Ascension Seton Smithville are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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The Ella Norah. A Luxury Retreat. Pool and Spa. Steps to Main Street. Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

This house was clean, well stock and we all slept comfortably! House is well situated for the area! I recommend this house highly!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was the perfect location for our girls reading weekend! The house had everything you could possible need and hosts were responsive. House is in amazing condition and the attention to detail with the renovations are impressive.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome place to stay

Property is a trip back in time with all the modern amenities!!! Really easy to kick back and relax!!! Owner is perfect with communicating with.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional experience!

We were in town for a wedding and stayed at the Ella Norah. What an amazing home! Every detail is perfect and well thought-out for beauty and comfort. The hosts could not have been more gracious or helpful. This is hands down the best place we have ever stayed and we hope to return one day.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a wonderful time at the Ella Nora in Smithville, TX! We were impressed as soon as we opened the front door. The home was spotless, beautifully decorated, and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The kitchen was well-stocked, the beds were super comfortable, and the little touches made all the difference. The home was very spacious with ample parking onsite. Everything featured in the photos and property description was perfect.Incredible location for exploring the area! We loved being able to easily walk to the downtown shops and restaurants. All communication with the host was excellent. I received prompt replies, and they were always very courteous. The host made us feel right at home.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a group of ten and we enjoyed our weekend so much. There was enough room for us all to gather and eat together in the kitchen, soak in the hot tub, or hang out on the porch or balcony. In addition there was enough space and activities for everyone to break off and do their own thing, whether it was laying by the pool, walking to antique stores, watching tv, frisbee golf, or taking a nap. The house is beyond beautiful and we took lots of great family and group photos. I’ve started a tradition of doing the Tejas Trails Wild Hare with friends and family every year for my birthday. Since this was my 50th, we splurged for The Ella Norah and it was worth every penny. You definitely will want to stay longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible House - Beautiful & Clean

My family stayed here for a family reunion. The house is even better than the pictures on VRBO. We've stayed in lots of VRBO's and this is right at the top. I literally have nothing negative to say, all positive. The house was clean, kitchen well stocked, everything worked (including the pool and hot tub), etc. Also, communications with the property manager was awesome. Response was usually within 8 hours of my question. If you're ever looking for a unique and awesome place to stay, this is it!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time to stay here. Very enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House

The place is great and the host is very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was my favorite rental yet for my birthday celebration. The neighborhood was great, and the aesthetic of the house was beautiful — it honestly inspired me to rethink parts of my own interior at home. We had such a great time and truly enjoyed every minute. The host was quick to reply and very communicative, which made everything seamless. I would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house and fun area

The house is great for 9 people. It’s well appointed and had everything we needed. We enjoyed the charm of the house and area. The house is very updated but has the charm of a stately mansion.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girl’s Weekend

This property is more amazing than the photos. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025