Sinya on Lone Man Creek
Sinya is a secluded and luxurious retreat for two located atop a ridge overlooking Lone Man Creek in Texas Hill Country.
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​Serafina is our new deluxe, authentic,custom-designed safari tent from South Africa offering 735 square feet of refined, fully enclosed space. With insulated canvas walls and climate control, it is a sanctuary of comfort and tranquility.
Serafina is a dream in the making, just as Sinya. In October 2025 a storm destroyed Sinya causing a complete rebuild...introducting Serafina.
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Serafina rises from a deep love and respect for Sinya, inviting you into a realm of luxury and graceful restoration. Here intentional living and holistic well-being flourish in a sacred space – one where you connect more deeply with yourself and with the loved ones you cherish.
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The structure of Sinya was an authentic, custom-designed safari tent from South Africa and embodies the resilient spirit of its namesake, an orphaned baby elephant rescued by the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust in southeastern Kenya.
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In 2009, Lynn Gallimore brought a little piece of Africa to Wimberley, Texas following a trip to Tanzania. Soon after, Sinya was opened to guests and “the magic of Sinya” was shared. Sinya is a hidden gem. Since then, it has evolved into an exclusive, highly sought-after retreat and now under the ownership of Susan Weems Smith.
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Susan Weems Smith
Owner & Operator
Sinya is about the experience and creating meaningful memories. It is a sanctuary where you can find peace within yourself and revive your spirit. You can simply relax all day in its quiet seclusion or choose activities like fishing, kayaking, and bird watching from the hammock on the veranda or a refreshing dip in one of the local swimming holes, such as Wimberley's famous Blue Hole. Or, visit the quaint town of Wimberley known for its great shopping and wonderful restaurants, wineries, breweries, and distilleries.
My wish is that you, too, experience “The Magic of Sinya”
- Susan
Susan Weems Smith, Owner & Operator (left)
Lynn Gallimore, Founder & Creator (right)
2021
Rescued elephant Sinya,
our retreat's namesake