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Rio Cantando offers a serene retreat in Wimberley, nestled along the Blanco River. Enter through solid wood doors to an open living space with high ceilings and enormous windows overlooking the pool and river. Enjoy fantastic views from every room, savor meals in the gourmet kitchen, or unwind in the game room equipped with a flat-screen TV and pool table.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 12279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

Rio Cantando I Blanco River, Pool, Hot Tub, Game Room

Rio Cantando truly is a state of the art, upscale fully furnished vacation retreat. This amazing two level house sits right on the roaring rapids of the Blanco River minutes from our downtown Wimberley square. As you pull through the gated entrance and make your way to the back of the property where the house rests, you will take pleasure in the peaceful scenery of the superbly maintained surrounding lands. As soon as you pull into the circle driveway you will know you’ve reached the correct place as the sounds of the humming river rapids bring you to a calming state of mind.
Enter through the large, solid wood front doors to an open living space with high vaulted ceilings, sparkling wood floors, and enormous windows overlooking the swimming pool and Blanco River. You will definitely enjoy fantastic views from every room in the house. As you make your way to the gourmet kitchen, you will find granite counter tops, two ovens, two refrigerators, and a separate ice maker. These amenities will all come in very handy while preparing those large scrumptious meals for the whole group! There is also two large dining tables so everyone gets to enjoy their food comfortably. As you make your way to the back half of the home, you will discover what may quickly be your favorite room of the whole house, the game room! Equipped with a flat screen TV, nice beautiful pool table with all the proper accessories needed for some competitive games with one another. This is paradise!
Rio Cantando is extremely spacious and can comfortably accommodate up to twelve guests.

The master suite is absolutely breath taking with access to the outside covered deck and an abundance of windows providing lots of natural lighting. Rest comfortably at night on the plush king size bed or take a quick nap on the futon. This spectacular room also features two separate his & her bathrooms each having its own shower, toilet, and walk in closet for complete convenience. Downstairs you find the three more spacious bedrooms each having a walk in closet and direct access to the beautiful back yard. All of the bed furniture in the home is made from stunning hand carved wood that will blow you away.

The backyard is filled with endless opportunities of fun for everyone. From the very well maintained landscaping to the gated blue waters of swimming pool and river, it is a very surreal hill country setting. The covered patio is where the fun begins. A gas grill and a large table and chairs to dine at on the days that are just to beautiful to dine indoors. After dinner relax in the eight person elevated hot tub or a cool swim in the in ground pool. The rock fire pit has benches with enough room for everyone to gather round and roast some yummy marshmallows. Follow the stone walk way all the way down the river where you will find some eye catching rapids and a perfect natural swimming hole.

This uniquely enchanting home is filled with fine furnishings and immaculate scenery. With all the bells and whistles imaginable, this fine home will provide you with everything you are seeking for vacation that will be remembered without ever having to leave. For those who have a taste for the “finer things”, look no further, Rio Contando will meet your every need.

**The health and safety of our guests is paramount. Cleanliness is always our top priority. We offer a 24-hour guest service contact number for emergencies and messages will be answered promptly. Arrive after four o’clock when it is convenient for you with an easy and contactless check-in and out process for our guests.

Please note – Rates are based on the number of guests entered in the reservation quote – any additional guests may incur additional charges. The occupancy listed is the max occupancy this property can accommodate.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fishing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Administrative fee: USD 1 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

Rio Cantando Has It All Blanco River pool hot Tub Game Room
Rio Cantando Has It All Blanco River pool hot Tub Game Room
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Rio Cantando Has It All! Blanco River pool hot Tub Game Room
Rio Cantando Has It All! Blanco River pool hot Tub Game Room

About the neighborhood

Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in Pleasant Valley Crossing, a neighborhood in Wimberley. Jacob's Well Natural Area and Blue Hole Regional Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Island and Central Texas Bonsai Exhibit at Jade Gardens. Hill Country Lavender Farm and The Heritage Museum of the Texas Hill Country are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Water tubing and fishing adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Wimberley travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Beautiful place, need to book reservation for swim. 10 minutes hike to the place easy one. Free for visit and 10$ for swimming
    Jacob's Well Natural Area
    11 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Old Baldy
    11 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Wimberley Lions Market Days
    12 min drive - 14.6 km
  • The Island
    14 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Blue Hole Regional Park
    15 min drive - 16.8 km

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station
    36 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)
    62 min drive

Restaurants

  • Wildflour Artisan Bakery & Grill North
    14 min drive
  • Domino’s Pizza
    18 min drive
  • Dairy Queen
    12 min drive
  • Lucky's Sports Bar & Grill
    18 min drive
  • Mima's Kitchen
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rio Cantando I Blanco River, Pool, Hot Tub, Game Room pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rio Cantando I Blanco River, Pool, Hot Tub, Game Room?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rio Cantando I Blanco River, Pool, Hot Tub, Game Room?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rio Cantando I Blanco River, Pool, Hot Tub, Game Room located?

Located in Pleasant Valley Crossing, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Jacob's Well Natural Area, Old Baldy, and Wimberley Lions Market Days. The Island and Blue Hole Regional Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Rio Cantando I Blanco River, Pool, Hot Tub, Game Room Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 74 reviews

9.0

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

8/10 Good

Amanda K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

This place was fun for my family. The pool was a plus for my grandkids. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Memories were made…

This beautiful home was very accommodating for our big family… everyone enjoyed themselves, our adult kids and grand babies alike.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it!

Great place to stay for a weekend guys trip. Floated the river and beat the heat. concert at Whitewater was close enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerstin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A real gem!

We loved staying here! The property is beautiful with access to the river. Large windows with gorgeous views from every room. Every room has a balcony or terrace! Hot tub after a cold Plunge into the river! We played pool and bocce, horseshoe, did puzzles!!!! A great fireplace outside! Kitchen fully stocked! Bedrooms have large comfortable beds. A true gem! We want to come back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Hill Country Getaway for Extended Family or Friends

This property was perfect for our group of six. The house is very spacious, and spread out. You never felt like you were imposing on others space. All the beds were very comfortable and big. The views to the river were gorgeous. The sunrise and sunset do not disappoint. There were deer in the backyard, and lots of birds to watch. The river noise was so peaceful. We were able to jog and run the 3/4 mile paved entrance for exercise. The location was perfect for hopping in the car and going to the town square. We enjoyed family dinners and puzzle making. The fire pit was great for evening time. We highly recommend this property to get away and enjoy the noises of the quiet hill country.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Doug W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Secluded River/Pool Spot

Overall the stay was amazing, the location and the river access being right there with running water - actually ended up catching a river bass doing a little fishing (I’d recommend water shoes or old sneakers). The house was very clean and actually they have a new L sofa in the living room that’s got outlets and reclines. Grill was great - cleaned it up a bit for them and had a great burger / chicken thigh dinner our last night.The ONLY reason I would say 4 instead of 4 stars is with it being on a septic system. There was a pretty strong sulphur odor - especially at first, then it would come and go. Also door code wasn’t working, but we fortunately found an unlocked door to one of the patios. The host fixed the lock and was VERY responsive, so this was a non-factor but could have been an issue if there was no unlocked door.They have a reverse osmosis water filtration system so 10/10 on that (pic included).
The reverse osmosis filtration system - for those who do their research like me.
Enjoying a cup of coffee overseeing the pool and river and just taking in the view
View of the river - short walk down
Deer on the property - as I mentioned it’s very secluded and relaxing (but only 15-20 min from town)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

DANE B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location and Amenities

Our extended family enjoyed our stay and would return. The pros include four bedrooms with four bathrooms, plenty of space for everyone to have time together and solitude, the home was on a swimming hole on the river that wasn't dry, and plenty of activities and tubes on the property. What I wish I had known before arriving is that there was not a working ice machine, which made it inconvenient since the home is 15 minutes from a grocery, the pool was too hot to be comfortable to use in late June, and the security system chimes every time the doors leading outdoors are opened in the master bedroom which makes napping almost impossible in there during the day and the kitchen table only sits six. Our family had a wonderful weekend and enjoyed playing the ball after the sunset. The lighting on the court made it possible to play as it got dark. One of my highlights was having my morning coffee on the grounds overlooking the bluffs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Rae R.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Beautiful property but feces in the closet!!!

I love this house and the property! We are a family of 5 — 15 month old, 8 and 10 year old daughters. This house was a great escape and on our first day…my middle daughter found the biggest pile of feces I. The closet. We didn’t know about it until a couple of hours after checking in — we arrived, enjoyed the outdoors, sorted out dinner and then when we started to unpack..bam! We called the property manager around d 7-8pm…no one can clean it up until the next day!! The listing stated 24 hour call service; the property manager’s customer service is an offshored service and they stated no one from the local office could be contacted! We had to wait until the next day when someone contacted us at 10AM that someone would be at the house in a hour. We arrived after lunch, A LOT of bleach/chemical fumes. We had to air out the downstairs floor and it took until at least the next day to be decent. You could still smell undertones of feces and bleach. I mean seriously, how does the cleaning crew leave a pile of feces in a closet!!!!!!! Again, house is beautiful but I think the homeowner should find a dedicated property manager.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the quietness of the property and the access to the river. Children loved the pool, river, and ability to have their own space in the game room. Clean, comfortable beds, and outside space is what to come for.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely getaway

We loved our stay. The house is spacious and comfortable, the pool was so nice, and we loved the extra land/outdoor space to relax and explore.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darren D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family B-day weekend

Great Property - Great Location Perfect spot on the river
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome family spot

Stayed with a group of 7 and had the best time! The house is amazing the pictures don’t even do it justice. The rooms are huge, and each room has a private bathroom. We spent one whole afternoon down at the river swimming and going down the chute behind the house. We really had a great time and I know we will be back. I reached out to the property managers multiple times before we checked in and they were always so fast to respond and helpful with recommendations and suggestions. 10 out of 10
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzi F., Houston

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

BEST VRBO EVER!!!

Quiet, wildlife everywhere, River access, too many amenities to mention!! We are a multi-time visitor and look forward to coming back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ann C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for family

Beautiful, spacious home on a magical stretch of the Blanco River.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Second time!

Had a great time as a repeat guest. Great spot on the river for the family!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Charles M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property

Beautiful property, has all of the amenities but needs some updating/repairs. Overall great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helene S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving family getaway

We had a wonderful time!! The property was clean and beautiful!!! We will definitely come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

gisela g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family/Birthday Trip

The home was beautiful and clean. Private pool and river was a huge plus. Very peaceful place to relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Second stay and we’ll likely be back for another!

Beautiful socially distant property! Very well stocked, clean, and plenty of space for our group - One of our favorites for a relaxing hill country getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Will definitely be visiting again! Great amenities. Stocked kitchen. Very clean and comfortable. Overall great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Bachelorette getaway!

This home was so perfect for our college friends getaway! Everyone had a bed, all the amenities you could need were there and everyone had a bathroom which was perfect! Such a beautiful and serene location!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome property.

Amazing location. Private and secluded. River access was great. Entire property was just great. Would love to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Nice and Quiet

Nice and quiet. Really neat place and, where the hike up from the river was ample, the serenity and cool water were well worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Larry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Made my wife homesick from Sabina, where she grew up at.

It was more then when could imagine.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024