Charming Riverfront Cottage on 25 Acres W/ Deep Swimming Hole
- House1000 sq. ft.
- Sleeps: 5
- Bedrooms: 1
- Min Stay: 2–3 nights
House, 1 Bedroom + Extra Sleeping Area, 1 Bath, (Sleeps 2-5; 3 adults max)
Bedrooms
Amenities
Featured
- No Smoking
- TV
- Satellite or cable
- Children Welcome
- Internet
- Pets Welcome
- Air Conditioning
- Heater
- Parking
- Hot Tub
Safety features
- Deadbolt lock
- First-aid kit
- Exterior lighting
- Fire extinguisher
- Smoke detector
Location Type
- RuralWhile we're in the Wimberley city limits, you feel that you're in the country with large acreage, deer, foxes, birds and our own cows.
- TownWe are 1.5 miles from the Wimberley town square along with its great shops, restaurants and parks to enjoy.
- RiverWe are on the spring fed Texas Hill Country Blanco River. We own 513 feet of riverfront that only our guests can use. Bring kayaks, canoes, fishing poles and other water toys to enjoy your time.
- Waterfront513 ft of Private Blanco Riverfront with deep 4+ ft deep swimming hole. We have two stone patios with steps into the river as well as many easy access points.
General
- TelephoneLong distance calls can be made with calling card.
- Air ConditioningFull air conditioning provided and guests can control the thermostat.
- HeatingFull healing is provided and guess can control the thermostat.
- Linens Provided300+ thread count sheets are provided for both beds and air mattresses. Blankets and extra pillows are provided on the bed and/or in the closet.
- ParkingSpace available for 2 cars if needed.
- InternetWifi and ethernet cable connections available.
- Towels ProvidedBath towels, hand towels and wash cloths provided. Please bring along river towels for use at the river.
- Wireless InternetModem located on the desk next to the kitchen area.
- Iron & Board
- Hair Dryer
- Paper Towels
- Shampoo
- Basic Soaps
- Toilet Paper
- Living RoomRegular leather sofa, leather love seat, coffee table, side tables and lamps and TV with DirecTV cable.
Kitchen
- RefrigeratorFull sized refrigerator and freezer.
- StoveElectric stove.
- Oven
- Microwave
- Grill
- Coffee MakerLarge pot coffee maker provided as well as Folgers coffee, creamer and sugar.
- Toaster
- Blender
- Pantry ItemsBasic spices, ziploc bags, Pam spray, coffee, sugar, etc. provided so that all you need to bring your food and more specialized spices.
- Dishes & UtensilsAll plates, bowls, glasses, utensils, pots, pans, cookie sheets, etc. provided.
- KitchenFully stocked kitchen with dishes, glasses, utensils, etc. We also provide filtered water through a separate spout next to the kitchen sink.
Dining
- Dining Area
- Child's Highchair
- DiningDining area next to kitchen and positioned to look out on patio and outdoor grounds. Large wooden table wish 6 chairs provided with plenty of space for a family of 5.
Entertainment
- TelevisionFlat screen TV with DirecTV.
- Satellite / CableDirecTV with sports package.
- StereoMusic player with CD and Bluetooth connection is available.
- DVD Player
- BooksBooks for both adults and children are provided.
- GamesSome board games provided.
- ToysBasic stash of children's toys provided for their enjoyment.
- Video LibraryVarious DVD's of Box Office Hits provided in the cabinet underneath the TV.
Outside
- Kayak / CanoeFeel free to bring along a kayak or canoe to explore the river.
- Deck / PatioCovered patio with table and chairs and outdoor string lights.
- Water Sports GearWe provide water toys such as tubes, noodles and rafts. Our supply comes and goes based on what guests leave behind or take with them.
- GolfQuick Sand Golf Course is located within 15 minutes of the property.
Pool / Spa
- Hot TubOutdoor hot tub next to patio and house. Hot tub is treated twice/week.
- Spa Whirlpool
Notes
- House is well maintained and has a number of Latin American art pieces throughout the house. Located on private 25 acres with private riverfront. A picnic table located along the bluff overlooking river. A stone fire pit and stone benches are just outside of the house for guest use.. We provide sheets, towels, shampoo, liquid soap, paper products, hair dryer and all kitchen dishes and utensils.
Policies
Cancellation Policy
- 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.
- 50% refund (minus the service fee) if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
- No refund if you cancel less than 30 days before check-in.
Damage and incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
House Rules
Children allowed
Pets allowed - $100 pet fee. Limit of one dog.$100 pet fee. Limit of one dog.
No parties/events
No smoking
Max guests: 5 (sleeps up to 4 adults)
Minimum age of primary renter: 25
- We ask that dogs be house trained, kept off of furniture, clean them up before entering the house if they get wet and pick up messes outside.
239 Reviews
Perfect getaway!
We can’t say enough great things about our stay on the Blanco river! The cabin was lovely, clean, and a perfect home for us with two small kids. The river was beautiful, and having shallow and deep water available made it easy with the kiddos. With just a short drive from our home in Austin we definitely plan to come back again and often. Thank you for the lovely stay!
Little House on the Blanco is a GEM!
Highly recommended! Little House on the Blanco was exactly what my family needed.
The property is beautiful and that stretch of the river is a gem! The little house felt like home. Great layout, very clean, well kept and stocked. Bonus that it’s a short drive to restaurants, shops, and groceries.
Looking forward to making it a yearly family tradition!
Fantastic Property
Great location and great property. Loved spending our vacation here. Located next to the Blanco river with a great swimming hole. Family enjoyed seeing all of the wildlife as well. Deers, birds, and lots of butterflies and fireflies. We highly recommend this place.
Nice cozy place with great Blanco River access
Great spot on the river, with limestone shelf for wading and a deeper spot for swimming. Lots of frontage with two points for easy access and separation from group from the other house on property. The river is wide enough at this point to give good separation from folks on the other side. The cabin was adequate and well stocked. However, for the price, I would have expected a washer/dryer and dishwasher. I would stay here again.
Fantastic Outdoor Retreat
We had a such a great time at this peaceful property on the Blanco River. We especially enjoyed getting outdoors on the 25 wooded acres and the excellent river frontage. The cabin had everything that we needed, and Roby is an outstanding host. We’ll definitely visit again.
Map
Shade Ranch is located just south of the Wimberley, TX town center on 513 feet of Blanco River Frontage. Wimberley sits 45 minutes southwest of Austin, TX and 45 minutes northwest of San Antonio.
Go boating and water skiing at Canyon Lake (20 mins) or at Lake Travis (40 mins).
Shopping: Shop to your hearts delight at the Wimberley Square by wandering through the shops which is a favorite activity of visitors and locals like. Travel 20 minutes to the San Marcos outlet shops and visit almost 150 different shops. Or schedule your stay to coincide with the famous Wimberley Market Days (April thru December) to find unique Hill Country crafts, furniture, artwork, textiles and more.
Visit Key State and County Parks all within an hour of our home: Hamilton Pool, Pedernales Falls State Park, Jacobs Well Natural Area, Blanco State Park, Natural Bridge Caverns and the Natural Bridge Wildlife Park.
Do a Hill Country Wine Tour: Duchman Family Vineyards, Driftwood Estate Winery, Wimberley Valley Winery, Texas Hills Vineyards and many others near and around Fredericksburg. Finish it off with some tasty Hill Country BBQ at the Salt Lick BBQ in Driftwood.
Enjoy the music scene by visiting Gruene Hall (20 mins away) or the famous Lukenbach, Texas on any weekend to catch live music. There are also special music events in Austin (Austin City Limits, etc.) or even in the town of Fischer.
Hit the Road: Travel along the Devil's Backbone on Highway 32 to take in the incredible Texas Hill Country views. Visit the various towns in the area like Blanco (19 miles from our home), Buda (17 miles away), Canyon Lake (15 miles away), Driftwood (17 miles away), Dripping Springs (16 miles away), Gruene (20 miles away), Kyle (22 miles away), San Marcos (15 miles away) and even New Braunfels (27 miles away), San Antonio (45 miles away) or Austin (45 miles away).
Owner
Roby Norvell
- Languages:
- english, spanish
About Roby Norvell
The Norvell family hails from Houston, TX where we, like most Americans, lead over-booked lives full of schoolwork, school activities, sports, civic, and work responsibilities. We enjoyed a most relaxing vacation at Shade Ranch in 2008. In fact, we loved it so much that we purchased it three months later. Our kids are young and our parents and family do not live nearby. We wanted a place for our extended family to get together to run, swim, climb, spend time as a family, and just enjoy the beauty of nature. We hope your family enjoys Shade Ranch as much as we do.
Roby Norvell purchased this House in 2008
Why Roby Norvell chose Wimberley
Shade Ranch in Wimberley Texas is a perfect location for us because it is 3 hours from Houston door to door and only 1 hour from the Austin or San Antonio airport. Our parents and extended family and friends often join us for vacations at Shade Ranch. We love the Little House and speak regularly of leaving the kids in Houston and enjoying a weekend there ourselves. With sleeping room for five we have plenty of room for our 3 kids or it's perfectly intimate for just a couple. We appreciate the seclusion of the 25 acres while making full use of the conveniences of the Village of Wimberley. We regularly utilize the nearby groceries, pharmacies, restaurants, wineries, hardware and other stores. We appreciate the many nearby state parks and towns that make up the Texas Hill Country!
What makes this House unique
The most obvious benefit of Shade Ranch is the beautiful, cold and clear Blanco River. One swim and you too will be sold as it is cool even in the dog days of August, and never crowded. The shallow area suits those wanting to wade or to sit and enjoy the flow of the river and also serves as entry to the adjacent deep swimming area. We think it is perfect and the kids do too. They and their cousins and friends can't get enough of the river when we are there. The river bank area is so spacious, and the sound of the river is so peaceful, it is our favorite place to picnic or enjoy a glass of wine. The kids also like to play games and sports in the grass along the river. They also enjoy fishing, climbing to the 'cave' by the river under the ledge, looking for arrowheads after a rain, having a family 'sleepover', and just exploring the 25 acres of 'forest'. We know you will find these wonders and more at Shade Ranch.