The Container Retreat at 290 Wine Trail

08/28/2026

It's a beautiful morning at The Container Retreat @ 290 Wine Trail. Book your getaway today!

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08/20/2026

🔥🐖 Craving some good ole Texas BBQ on the Wine Trail? Say less.

If you’re exploring the heart of the Texas Wine Trail and your taste buds start hollering for something smoky, juicy, and downright delicious, Pig Pen BBQ is your spot.

🍖 Juicy brisket that melts in your mouth
🌭 Sausage that hits all the right notes
🍕 Pizzaque — yes, BBQ‑inspired pizza magic

Make it a full Hill Country weekend: sip the wine, savor the BBQ, and book your stay with us for the perfect getaway combo.

🍷🔥 Wine + BBQ + Cozy Container = Texas perfection.

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Enjoy the rustic-industrial charm and spacious outdoor seating, perfect for gatherings and casual dining. 🌿

08/20/2026

✨🍷 Mark Those Calendars, Wine Adventurers! 🍇🔍

The Hill Country is calling and the clues are waiting. Another epic winery scavenger hunt is happening soon, hosted by some of our absolute favorite spots on the Wine Trail.

🎟️ Tickets are already moving, so snag yours while they’re still up for grabs…
🏡 And of course, make it a full weekend by booking your stay with us. Your cozy container retreat + a wine-fueled scavenger hunt = the perfect getaway.

Let the games (and pours) begin! 🍷😉

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⏰🍷 WHAT IF YOU COULD TRAVEL THROUGH TIME… ONE GLASS AT A TIME?

Prepare for an adventure unlike any other!

Join Hye Meadow Winery for Time Travelers of the Lost Vintages on September 26th, 2026 — a Hill Country wine scavenger hunt featuring wineries from across the region!

🕰️ Explore
🍷 Taste
🔎 Hunt for clues
🎁 Compete for grand prizes
🏆 Discover lost vintages

Choose your adventure:

✨ Dr. Who — $25
✨ Dr. Two — $40

Featuring wineries from across the Johnson City area, plus Hye Springs Ranch as our lodging sponsor and Black Chapel Brewing Co. as our food sponsor.

And yes… there will be GRAND PRIZES! 🎁

Grab your crew and prepare to step outside the ordinary.

The journey begins September 26th. Where—or WHEN—will you end up?

08/09/2026

🍕🍺 Beer lovers + pizza fanatics, this one’s for you.

If y’all haven’t made your way over to Black Chapel Brewing Co., you are seriously missing out. The pizza? Next-level. The beer? Straight-up heavenly.

Do yourself a favor and grab my go‑to pour — the Neapolitan Complex — it’s the kind of beer that makes you rethink what beer can be. Pair it with a hot, fresh, ridiculously good pizza and you’ve got a perfect Hill Country evening.

Make it a whole vibe and book your getaway with us, then roll over for beer + pizza bliss.

🍕🍺🌄 Your stay awaits:
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Cheers to good beer, great pizza, and even better weekends.

08/09/2026

🎡🐂 Blanco County Fair & Rodeo is almost here, y’all!
If you’ve been waiting for a sign to plan that Hill Country escape… this is it.

Kick up some dust at the rodeo, sip your way through Texas Wine Country, and treat yourself to a getaway that won’t break the bank. There’s still time to snag your stay with us and save some serious $$$.

🍷🌵 Book your weekend adventure today:
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Giddy up — the Hill Country is calling! 🤠✨

📣 OOPSIE - Amy here! The Chamber Newsletter has one big correction!
My excitement for rodeo season got the best of me, and I accidentally listed the parade one day early in our newsletter. 💁🏻‍♀️
Good news, the newsletter has already been updated with the correct information! I apologize for the confusion!

✅ The correct date is: Saturday, August 15 at 10:00 AM

Thank you for your understanding, and thank you to everyone who helps me/us keep things accurate. 😎 (it takes a village!)

Now let's get ready for an incredible 95th Blanco County Fair & Rodeo Parade! 🤠❤️

08/07/2026

Who says wine pairings have to be fancy?

At our place, the perfect pairing is:
🍷 A bold red + 🔥 Pig Pen Bbq Johnson City TX + 🏡 a stack of containers full of your favorite humans.

Book a few and let the feast begin. https://tcrat290winetrail.lodgify.com/

Cater your birthday party, holiday party, corporate event, wedding festivities, and more! https://shspt.sh/qgGyEE

08/07/2026

🌞🍷 Summer in Texas Wine Country = unbeatable deals + unforgettable experiences! 🍇✨

There are so many amazing events happening all around the Hill Country right now — and you do NOT want to miss out. 👀🔥

💸 Our summer rates are low low LOW, which means it’s the perfect time to book your getaway, sip your way through the wineries, and soak up everything the 290 Wine Trail has to offer.

🏡 Book your stay here ➡️ https://tcrat290winetrail.lodgify.com/

🍷✨ Whether you’re here for the wine, the vibes, or the adventure, The Container Retreat is your home base for the perfect Hill Country escape.

🎉 A few events worth experiencing:

Blanco County Fair, Rodeo, and Wine Festival (August 14–15, 2026). https://www.bcfra.org/

The Grand Pour in Johnson City hosted By: Vinovium August 15, 2026, 7:00 pm-11:00 pm. The grand reveal you’ve been waiting for, finally here. https://www.vinovium.wine/pages/the-grand-pour

Lunar Eclipse Viewing Party (August 27, 2026): A nighttime stargazing event hosted weather-permitting by park rangers at Pedernales Falls State Park.

Saturday Grape Stomp & Tour at Hye Meadow Winery: Running every single Saturday afternoon in August (August 8, 15, 22, and 29). The $39.99 ticket includes a production tour, wine tasting, and a feet-on grape stomping session.

William Chris Vineyards features live music on the patio every single Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Notable upcoming shows include Phil Hurley and Friends on August 8 and Andie Kay Joyner on August 29.

Escape to the beautiful Texas Hill Country and it's world class wineries, breweries and distilleries. Enjoy state parks, festivals, shopping and relaxing under dark, starry skies.

07/30/2026

When you are in the area, you have got to check out The Local Bull. Book your getaway now and be sure to stop by.

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07/30/2026

If you are looking for something to do in August, why not volunteer to help with the grape harvest at Coordinates Vineyards? We are just down the road and have a comfy bed and warm shower available for your after harvest wine down. Book you getaway today!

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🍇 Harvest Season is finally here. 🍷

Our Estate Tannat vineyard reached 20.5° Brix today, which means harvest is getting closer!

If the weather cooperates, we’re currently expecting harvest to happen on a Saturday or Sunday in August, with Sunday, August 16 or Sunday, August 23 looking like the most likely dates. Mother Nature will have the final say, so the exact date won’t be known until the grapes are ready.

We’re looking for 20-25 volunteers to join us for one of our favorite days of the year.

Right now we’re simply building an interest list.
There is no commitment required.

Harvest begins early, around 7:00 AM, so the grapes stay cool before heading to the winery. Most years we’re finished between 10:30 and 11:30 AM. No problem if you need to leave early, but we will have a short info session before we start.

We’ll provide:
☕ Coffee
🥐 Breakfast snacks
🥂 Mimosas
🍷 A bottle of Coordinates wine to take home
📸 Plenty of opportunities for photos in the vineyard

No experience is necessary. We’ll provide the harvesting scissors, buckets, gloves, and a quick lesson before we begin.

If you’d like to receive harvest updates and be notified once the date is confirmed, email us at [email protected]

We’ll keep everyone updated as the grapes continue to ripen.

There are very few opportunities to experience harvest from the inside. We’d love to share ours with you.

See you in the vineyard!