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Stay Among the Pines in Bastrop’s Striking New Mirror Cabins

About an hour from Austin, these Nordic-inspired mirror cabins offer a quiet, modern retreat at Lake Bastrop South Shore Park

Guests can now book one of two Nordic-inspired ÖÖD Mirror Houses, The Hideaway and The Bloom, at Lake Bastrop South Shore Park in Bastrop, Texas.
Guests can now book one of two Nordic-inspired ÖÖD Mirror Houses at Lake Bastrop South Shore Park in Bastrop, Texas. (Photo by Kristian Alveo)

Just about an hour away from Austin, two striking new additions to Lake Bastrop South Shore Park invite visitors to see themselves—literally—reflected in nature. The park’s new accommodations, The Hideaway and The Bloom, are luxury ÖÖD Mirror Houses: gleaming, floor-to-ceiling glass cabins that blend seamlessly into the wooded surroundings while providing a stylish and comfortable place to unwind.

“LCRA Parks is always looking to add new accommodations and amenities to continue modernizing and diversifying opportunities available at our parks,” said Margo Richards, Vice President of Community Resources at LCRA. “We loved the idea of intertwining the beauty of the mirror houses with the beauty of the Lost Pines region.”

The Bloom features a chic queen-size bedroom with floor-to-ceiling windows that reflect the surrounding pines.
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The Bloom features a chic queen-size bedroom with floor-to-ceiling windows that reflect the surrounding pines. (Photo by Kristian Alveo)
The Bloom cabin at Lake Bastrop South Shore Park includes a dining area and kitchenette.
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The cabin’s dining area and kitchenette. (Photo by Kristian Alveo)
The Bloom’s living area features a record player
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The living area has a dining table, record player, and a dresser. (Photo by Kristian Alveo)
The Bloom cabin's outdoor living area with rattan chairs.
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The cabin’s includes outdoor seating and a private fire pit. (Photo by Kristian Alveo)
The front entrance of The Hideaway cabin at dusk.
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The front entrance of The Hideaway cabin at dusk. (Photo by Kristian Alveo)
The mirrored cabins reflect the surrounding pines while offering modern, boutique-style accommodations about an hour from Austin.
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The Hideaway (Photo by Kristian Alveo)
The cabin’s bedroom features functional, modern details like a reading light above the bed frame.
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The cabin’s bedroom includes modern touches like a built-in reading light.
An aerial view of Lake Bastrop, located nearby the mirror cabins at South Shore Park.
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An aerial view of Lake Bastrop. (Photo by Kristian Alveo)

Cabin amenities

The pet-friendly two 221-square-foot cabins, operated by Cameron Ranch Glamping, each sleep two guests.

Inside, each cabin includes:

  • A queen memory foam bed
  • Walk-in shower
  • Kitchenette with cookware and tableware
  • Dining area for two
  • Record player and games
  • Heating and air conditioning for year-round comfort

Outside, guests can enjoy:

  • A charcoal grill
  • A fire pit
  • A private seating area

The addition of the ÖÖD Mirror Houses reflects a growing trend at LCRA Parks to bring elevated experiences to its natural spaces. Richards noted that Cameron Ranch Glamping, operated by Garrett Brown and his team, was a natural partner. “Cameron Ranch Glamping not only offers beautiful stays but also shares our focus on customer service and attention to detail to provide unique visitor experiences,” she said.

Richards described the guest experience as “modern Nordic design structured to allow people to experience and embrace the outdoors with all the luxury of a boutique hotel.”

A bird’s-eye view of The Bloom, one of two Nordic-inspired ÖÖD Mirror Houses just minutes from the lake.
A bird’s-eye view of The Bloom, one of two Nordic-inspired ÖÖD Mirror Houses just minutes from the lake. (Photo by Kristian Alveo)

Things to do at Lake Bastrop South Shore Park

The cabins are tucked within South Shore Park, which features:

  • 176 acres of shaded day-use areas
  • Picnic tables and a sand volleyball court
  • A nine-hole mini golf course
  • Access to the 900-acre Lake Bastrop
  • Hiking and biking trails
  • Kayak, canoe, paddleboard, and bike rentals

The Hideaway and The Bloom are available to rent starting $350 per night. Entrance into the park is $5 for adults and free for children under 12. LCRA Parks Pass holders get in free.

Richards hinted that more could be on the horizon. “Early reviews of the ÖÖD houses have been extremely positive,” she said, “and we look forward to exploring opportunities to add additional glamping options at LCRA Parks.”

For those seeking a romantic getaway, a solo retreat, or a peaceful weekend in nature, these mirrored cabins offer a quiet escape just a short drive from the city.

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