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Charming Blanco Riverfont Cottage

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2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Aerial view

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 493 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming Blanco Riverfont Cottage

Little House on the Blanco @ Shade Ranch is a one bedroom one bath stone house on 40 acres nestled along the Blanco River among the mighty oaks of the TX Hill Country. The house is fully stocked with kitchen supplies, linens and paper products and soap. The house is set up for a couple or a small family of no more than 4 people. We ask that no more than 3 adults stay given space and septic constraints.

I provide guests with all of details needed for check in along with a list of items provided at the house. Guests are not required to meet with anyone upon arrival, but rather will be given access codes to let themselves into the house. I am available by phone, text or email before and during your stay to help with any questions or issues that may arise.

We are 5 minutes away from the Wimberley square with all of the local shops, restaurants and the grocery stores. So, while you feel that you're out in the country the conveniences of Wimberley are very close.

Guests have full access to the house and our 40 acres and 600+ feet of Blanco Riverfront. You can feel free to explore the land to hike, bird watch or look for other wildlife.

Gaze at a gorgeous sunset or sunrise on the river or from the picnic table on the bluff above. Grab your rod and discover what Flyfishing magazine called 'one of the best fly fishing spots in Texas, on the Blanco River.'

Take a swim in the clear blue waters of the Blanco River. Enjoy a picnic or a nap or a book along its banks. Dine in the covered porch watching the deer graze and maybe see the rare violet-ear hummingbirds that have been known to visit. Get cozy on the couch to watch a movie or just listen to music on the Sonos speakers. You will find a wonderful, large outdoor hot tub right off the covered porch. It is a private place to unwind while admiring the brilliant stars above and the quiet solitude of Shade Ranch.

Little House on the Blanco @ Shade Ranch has so much to offer with its 40 peaceful acres, private river access, a fully equipped kitchen, open dining areas inside or on the covered porch (with Weber propane grill), and a large bedroom with a queen size comfortable bed. The house is intended for couples or a small family with young children. We ask that there be no more than 3 adults given space and septic constraints. There is also a great outdoor stone fire pit with stone benches, perfect for roasting marshmallows or warming up on a cool Hill Country evening. Located only 5 minutes from Wimberley Square, this home completes the perfect hill-country getaway without sacrificing any of the charm (or shopping opportunities) that Wimberley has to offer. And with high-speed/wireless Internet and satellite TV, you won't sacrifice the conveniences of modern technology, either.

There is also a larger 3 bedroom house on the same property. The houses are completely separate and don't share anything other than the acreage. The houses sit approximately 100 yards apart and have a bank of cedar trees and a large cedar privacy fence that sit between the houses and create separate areas for privacy.

You'll need a car to get to and from the property. You can walk to town, but it will take you approximately 20 minutes.

Shade Ranch consists of 40 private acres and 600+ feet of Blanco riverfront land. There are two houses on the property that we make available, the Little House and Casa Grande. Casa Grande is a 3 bedroom/2 bathroom home of 2800 square feet. The two houses are completely separate and don't share anything other than the land. They each have their own hot tubs, patios, grills and fire pits. The houses sit approximately 100 yards apart and are separated by a bank of cedar trees and a cedar privacy fence.

Property manager

Roby Norvell

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Charming Riverfront Cottage 25 Acres W/ Deep Swimming Hole House
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Charming Riverfront Cottage 25 Acres W/ Deep Swimming Hole
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About the neighborhood

Map
TX, Wimberley

What's nearby

  • Wimberley Zipline Adventures - 6 min drive
  • The Island - 6 min drive
  • Wimberley Lions Market Days - 7 min drive
  • Blue Hole Regional Park - 7 min drive
  • Jacob's Well Natural Area - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 23 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wimberley Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mima's Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Community Pizza & Beer Garden - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Durango's Mexican Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Blanco Riverfont Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Charming Blanco Riverfont Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Blanco Riverfont Cottage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Blanco Riverfont Cottage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Jack Glover's Cowboy Museum and within 3 mi (5 km) of Wimberley Zipline Adventures and The Island. Wimberley Lions Market Days and Blue Hole Regional Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Charming Blanco Riverfont Cottage Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 346 out of 374 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 374 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 374 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 374 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 374 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Saad M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Hill Country Getaway!
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful property. The house is cozy, well-equipped, and perfectly situated among the Texas Hill Country. The private access to the Blanco River and the stunning views made our trip extra special. We enjoyed peaceful mornings with the deer grazing nearby and relaxing evenings in the hot tub under the stars. The location is convenient, just a short drive to Wimberley Square, but still feels secluded and tranquil. Highly recommend this place for a quiet, relaxing retreat! We would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patti C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
We had a great relaxing time. So peaceful and quiet. Hope to visit this cabin again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

andee m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint home on beautiful property
Quaint home on beautiful property. Perfect for a river getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just What We Needed
We loved watching the deer, turkey, and foxes from the breakfast table in the mornings and again from the patio at night. Bass, catfish, and birds galore from the river seating area. We walked up and down the river quite a ways and could always see the bottom regardless of depth. Not even the rain deterred us from a delightful time both in the river just staring out of the house of the trees.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family bacay
Beautiful house. Close to Main!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful spot on the Blanco River
Cozy and clean with all necessities. Comfortable bed!! Enjoyed my coffee every morning in a peaceful spot with a beautiful view of the river.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tori C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Shade Ranch
First time stayers, and we will be back! The house was very clean, well stocked, so much to do on property; fire pit, hot tub, horseshoes. Our young kids loved the river, shallow and deep spots for all to enjoy. Very close to town to shop, eat, explore. Can’t recommend the “little” house enough!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

J.T. W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful and Relaxing
This was our second year staying here, and it didnt disappoint. The owner was incredibly responsive, and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samuel C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent weekend getaway
My wife and I loved this place. The location is excellent and the property is incredible. Being close to the river is so nice and we loved the fire pit and hot tub. It was perfect for the two of us.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Romantic getaway
Great place for me and the wife to get away and reconnect. Serene 22 acres, great views and fire pit, and private hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven on the Blanco
Lovely! Peaceful! Wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Nice stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharel G., Plano, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable Little House
We absolutely loved this property and can't say enough about how clean everything was. The owners thought of every detail. The closeness to the river was awesome! We would love to come out again and stay with a larger group renting both houses. Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve E., Friendswood

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great stay in Paradise
This was one of several trips we have made to Little Shade Ranch and we loved every minute of it. The home is well-stocked with all the amenities one might need, and the queen bed we slept in is so comfy! Beautiful and bucolic surroundings make this the perfect place for us. A+
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janean N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location to the river and town.
Me, my spouse, and our dog enjoyed the proximity to the river and town. The fire pit and hot tub were amazing as well. The choose is much more equipped than most rentals and the checkin/out process was no-nonsense perfect. I would definitely return to this property and plan to check out the larger one nearby as well. Also, the nearby property doesn’t feel close and the privacy is perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, quiet property
The place was beautiful and peaceful, tucked way back in the woods and built right along the Blanco river. Perfect place to get away from it all while also being very close to the shops in downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashlea P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
We came for a short weekend getaway. The small house was cute and charming and the ranch itself was amazing. We enjoyed exploring the acreage and walking down by the river. Wimberly was a cute fun town and we will be back. The only issue with the property was the fact there was some sticky residue on the floor as if it wasn’t cleaned thoroughly. I reached out to the owner and they were apologetic and stated they would address it with the people who cleaned the property. Other than that we had zero issues or complaints. Would highly recommend this property to anyone who is interested in getting away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Logan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
If you’re looking to escape from the hustle and bustle of life, this is the place you’re looking for. The River access is second to none. Perfect for a family of 4 and very kid friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jvirga J.

Liked: Cleanliness
As described, close to everything yet appeared to be off the beaten path.
Bed was great, fire pit and hot tub were perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing week away
We had a wonderfully relaxing week. We so enjoyed all of the amenities. Beautiful spot!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyler T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly as Advertised
Just Go. Dont need to look at other properties. Just go here.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven on Earth
Our second time to stay here and it was just as perfect as the first. Everything inside is perfectly appointed and we did not lack for anything. The setting is ideal, as well! Love the crisp clean air and beautiful woods to roam. The river was low this time, and we enjoyed exploring all around the area. Thank you, Roby for an A+ experience. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin for our family getaway!
We had a great time staying at the cabin! It was perfect for our family! We loved hanging in the hot tub, making a bonfire, and watching all the deer around. This house was great - very clean and had everything we needed for a great weekend. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meagan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a great stay!
The property was peaceful, clean, had everything that you needed and felt safe and really convenient in proximity to town but especially the river and so much nearby to take advantage of and really loved seeing the wildlife and how comfortable they were as if we weren’t even there. Instructions were all very thorough and made it so easy from check-in to check out. Overall a great stay and so nice to get out of the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Russell V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing getaway
My wife and I were looking for a place to go for a relaxing weekend. We had such a great time. This place was really peaceful and quiet. We enjoyed relaxing in the river and hot. Wimberley has some very cool and unique shops to visit. We will definitely be back to Wimberley and Shade Ranch is our first choice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023