The silo and its four acres at golden hour, seen from above

Ember & Oak Retreat, Wimberley, Texas Hill Country

Opening Fall 2026 Ember & Oak, crafted for quiet rituals and restoration, est. 1984

Grain bin silos in the Texas Hill Country, lovingly transformed into a space for stillness, grounding, and restoration.

Wimberley·Texas Hill CountryEst. 1984
There is a quiet that arrives only when nothing is asked of you.
The porch of the silo under live oaks Design rendering of the pool and hot tub on the finished deck

A Symbol of Return

Ember & Oak is an invitation to come home to yourself.

Nestled among the trees of Texas Hill Country, this private oasis offers space to slow down, reconnect with nature, and find restoration in the simple moments, morning coffee on the deck, relaxing swims in the pool, and long soaks in the hot tub beneath the stars.

The legacy

Forty Years On

1984, where it began

Built by hand

The original owner assembled the grain bin panel by panel, building it by hand atop Hill Country limestone.

Timber steps rising to the entry deck of the silo
The transformation

Metal and wood, married

What began as a simple grain silo was thoughtfully transformed into a home, where warm oak and handcrafted details softened the curves of steel.

A timber boardwalk crossing the meadow
A new chapter

The legacy continued

More than forty years later, the silo enters its next chapter as a place of rest & retreat, carefully restored while honoring the craftsmanship, vision, and spirit of its creator.

Design rendering of the restored living area around the stone chimney
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The property at dusk from above
Opening Fall 2026

The Silo Is Being Readied

Reservations open in Fall 2026. If you are planning a day gathering for up to twelve, get in touch now.