Location: Wimberley, Hill Country, Texas, USA (A Beautiful 30 Minute Hill Country Drive from Austin, Texas)
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6)
Keywords: House
Rio Casita (Little River House) is located in the middle of a beautifully wooded acre of land on the pristine Blanco River. The clear, cool, spring fed river is ideal for kicking back, relaxing, and enjoying nature. Enjoy the abundant wildlife (deer, birds, racoons, and other critters) and get back to nature. Or drive the short three miles along River Road that flanks the Blanco into Wimberley, and take a shopping spree through some of the most unique shops you will see anywhere.
Rio Casita is ideal for lovers and families alike. This is a very romantic spot with plenty of privacy. The kids will love it also. Walk down the easy sloping hill from your back porch and directly into the river.
The portion of the river on this property is perfect for wading and sitting. It is approximately one to two feet deep in most areas. So the kids and dogs can play with no worries and the adults can enjoy an ice cold adult beverage and just sit in the cool waters of the Blanco and let their cares drift away. Life really doesn't get better.
Night time brings a quiet, peaceful darkness that is only interrupted by the shine of the stars away from the city lights. Keep your eyes open in all that star-light because you just might see the ghost of a wandering Apache or Comanche Indian, or even a Spanish Conquistador, both of whom used to roam these magical hills. It's all here, come and enjoy!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer : Available for guests staying one week or longer. If you want to use this facility, request it at the time of booking.
- Dryer
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2)
- Twin/Single Bed (2)
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (4) : Satellite TV in every room
- DVD
- Video Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Everything you need to make any gourmet meal, except for the food.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details : Directly on Blanco River.
- Water View : View of the river from the house.
- Communications
- Telephone : Local calls only
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Large garden tub for two in master bedroom, Awesome hammock by the river
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : $50 per pet nonrefundable deposit required.
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : Must be over 18.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Swimming
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseshoes
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$195-$295 nightly (two night minimum).
$25/night each extra person after two.
6% State Hotel Tax
A One Night Deposit is Required.
Please Call or Email for All Rules, Regulations and Cancellation Policy.
$25 Per Pet, per night Non-Refundable Fee maximum of 2 pets
3 night minimum stay on holidays
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Property Photos
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- Rio Casita "Little River House" - Wimberley Vacation Lodging
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- Full and complete kitchen for all of you gourmets - Wimberley Vacation Lodging
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- Living area with seatiing for 6. - Wimberley Vacation Lodging
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- A stone fireplace for enjoying cozy Hill Country evenings.
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- Master bedroom with large garden tub for two and view to river
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- Kitchen Table Area. Additional dining on the back porch...steps away.
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- Guest bedroom w/queen bed
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- Guest bedroom w/twin beds
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- Bambi and his friends like to hang out at the river too.
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- Could there be a better place for a picnic?
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- Back of the house with a great back porch
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- Relax in your private hammock right on the beautiful Blanco River
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- We're a pet friendly property
Traveler Reviews (16)
The Rain Came!
Guest: Julie Pickett
(Arlington, TX)
Date of Stay: 09/29/11
Review Submitted: 10/10/11
Upon our arrival at Rio Casita, the thunder started to rumble and the clouds opened up to some much needed rain! We took it as an omen that this was going to be a wonderful getaway and we weren't disappointed. After the rain cleared, the nights were cool and so enjoyable on the back porch and the dogs loved seeing all the birds, deer and even a random turkey walk by. The rooms are all decorated so nicely, yet comfortable enough to feel like a home away from home. We shopped the Wimberley trade days since it was the first Saturday of the month; get there early though as parking can be a little hectic later in the day. We highly recommend the Cypess Cafe and tried to go to the Leaning Pear but it was just too crowded-oh well, maybe next time. My favorite thing was definitely pulling the chair out into the middle of river and enjoying the cool water flow across my feet. I sat out there for hours reading and soaking up the sunshine. Thank you Connie and family for sharing your quaint rock home with us; we hope to visit again some day in the not too distant future.
Owner response:Thank you for the great review and am so glad you enjoyed your stay. We would love to have you return...especially since you brought us some much needed rain.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children.
Great Place !!
Guest: LufkinGuest
(Lufkin, Tx)
Date of Stay: 06/26/11
Review Submitted: 07/02/11
We thoroughly enjoyed the house during our week here in Wimberley. The house is just perfect and very comfortable in all aspects. Can't wait to come back again and do nothing but watch the deer and the river run !!!
Owner response:thank you for the review. We really appreciate it.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Perfect Getaway
Guest: Cathy
(Houston, TX)
Date of Stay: 05/23/11
Review Submitted: 05/29/11
Rio Casita was exactly what we were looking for - quiet, relaxing, extremely clean and up to date. Just like a brand new home. They are right when they say all you need to take is food. The fenced yard was perfect for our lab, who also had a great time. The river depth was perfect for him. I love to take pictures and we spent hours just sitting on the back porch taking photos. Wildlife everywhere - especially deer. We felt isolated yet in a few minutes there we were on the square in Wimberly shopping. What fun. We highly recommend Rio Casita and look forward to returning.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, age 55+, families with young children.
My Dogs Want To Come Back!!
Guest: Diane
(South Padre Island)
Date of Stay: 04/06/11
Review Submitted: 04/18/11
To heck with the dogs, we want to come back! This is a great house - very inviting, lots of privacy and a great deck to sit out on. Our dogs are inside dogs and only go out for walks so this was a real treat for them to be able to sit outside on the deck and roam in the fenced in area. When we took them to the river, they were in heaven playing around. Sadie even chased a wild turkey! We would recommend this place to anyone - elderly, with or without children, girls getaway. You are close but not too close to everything.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
We didn't want to leave!
Guest: bookgirl53
(Dickinson, TX)
Date of Stay: 10/11/10
Review Submitted: 10/14/10
We had a wonderful time. The house was confortable and homey. We loved the back covered porch area for sitting in the evenings and watching the deer come out and the fireflies (which I have not seen since I was a kid). Our dogs just loved it and it was perfect for them because the back yard was fenced in. The walk down to the river was great and the river was just right for sitting out in your chairs with your feet in the river. It was peaceful and the water clear. We are already planning our next trip to Wimberley and we will definitely want to return to Rio Casita. Wimberley is a beautiful little town, with nice little shops and good restaurants.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
So relaxing!!!
Guest: tiffany
(Kingwood, TX)
Date of Stay: 07/09/10
Review Submitted: 07/27/10
We stayed for a week and it was perfect! The river is perfect for putting chairs in the water and hanging out. We have a toddler, so it was perfect for her. It was very private, so there wasn't alot of river traffic, which was nice. The house had everything we needed. The back porch was cool and comfortable, even in July! We will definitely visit again!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, pet owners, girls getaway, families with young children.
Guest: Nancy Williamson
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Date of Stay: 09/23/07
Review Submitted: 09/23/07
A relaxing few days after our wedding w/family as "pre-honeymoon" escape. A little Bocci Ball in the yard, lots of porch time and great times just hanging our and visiting. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home.
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Guest: Lynn von Sternberg
(Austin, Texas)
Date of Stay: 09/13/07
Review Submitted: 09/13/07
Staying at Rio Casita was one of the most enjoyable and relaxing vacations we have had in a long time. The house and grounds are inviting, the river cool and clear, and the ammenities all one could ask for. Thank you owners!
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Guest: The Girls
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Date of Stay: 08/03/07
Review Submitted: 08/03/07
WOW. We absolutely had a blast. It was our annual girls weekend (with the kids). The river was awesome. Thank you for providing some floaties! We will absolutely be back.
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