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Private Home & Frio River Front - 2 Main BR + Optional extra BR - max 19 guests

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This river is barely outside the back yard gate for swimming or C/R fishing.
View of East Frio Estate from the front roadway.
Enjoy cooking burgers or making smores on the fire put or BBQ Grill.
Eat outside and enjoy the hummingbirds or watch the family splash in the Frio.
Sip your morning coffee and enjoy the view of the beautiful Frio River.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 123000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Leakey, TX
  • Place, Frio River
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Garner State Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Lost Maples State Natural Area
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds and 1 Child Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Living Room 2

2 Double Sofa Beds

Optional Annex/Bunkroom (extra fee applies)

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2 Double Beds and 3 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Private Home & Frio River Front - 2 Main BR + Optional extra BR - max 19 guests

Don't miss this opportunity to enjoy an established "retro" home on the banks of the East prong of the Frio River. This estate has a lawn that extends all the way to the banks of the Frio where you have private access to that area. Although it is not a recently constructed home, it features two bedrooms with newly installed tile floors. Both bedrooms have two queen-size beds. A toddler bed is available upon request. There is a fold-out queen size couch and queen sized futon in the living area. Maximum Capacity of 12 people + a toddler in the main house and the annex/bunkroom can be rented at an additional charge of $150 per night. It adjoins the kitchen and sleeps an additional 7 guests. This quaint home is nestled on the banks of the Frio just below the headwaters. There is a minimum nightly stay depending on the season. So whether your thing is floating in a tube, snorkeling, or a little catch and release fishing this is a place for you.
We supply bedroom linens and beds for up to 12 guests in the main house and 7 guests in the annex and a toddler but don't forget your bath and kitchen linens as well as personal toiletries.
We have our own personal well water but not chlorinated. We suggest that you bring bottled water if you are not accustomed to nonchlorinated water. The kitchen is furnished with a large supply of cookware.
All refunds are based on a full calendar day from check in time and day booked. 60-Day cancellation policy for full refund. 30-day cancellation policy for 50% refund. No refund after 30 days prior to stay or for early check out. $1000.00 deposit for damages.
No Smoking inside the home. No pets except for service animals with credentials.


Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Deep water - use caution with children
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Events

No events allowed
Special events have different rate.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
No smoking allowed inside and no butts on ground.
For parties of over 12 people the attached annex may also be rented for an additional $150.00 dollars per night. It sleeps 7.
A payment request will be sent for Real County Occupancy Tax of 4% after the booking is confirmed.

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
Note from host: Special events have different rate.
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

About the neighborhood

Leakey

Located in Leakey, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Concan Golf Course and Country Club and Frio Valley Ranch Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Garner State Park and Frio River. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Leakey, TX

What's nearby

  • Frio River - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Garner State Park - 19 min drive - 28.6 km
  • Lost Maples State Natural Area - 28 min drive - 49.9 km
  • Concan Golf Course and Country Club - 31 min drive - 43.7 km
  • Frio Bat Cave - 38 min drive - 55.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Cup Of Joy - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mama Chole's Mexican - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lala's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Hog Pen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Leakey Drug - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Home & Frio River Front - 2 Main BR + Optional extra BR - max 19 guests pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Private Home & Frio River Front - 2 Main BR + Optional extra BR - max 19 guests?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Home & Frio River Front - 2 Main BR + Optional extra BR - max 19 guests on Jun 22, 2026 start from $317, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Home & Frio River Front - 2 Main BR + Optional extra BR - max 19 guests?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Home & Frio River Front - 2 Main BR + Optional extra BR - max 19 guests?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Home & Frio River Front - 2 Main BR + Optional extra BR - max 19 guests located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Frio River and within 25 mi (40 km) of Garner State Park and Concan Golf Course and Country Club. Frio Valley Ranch Golf Club and East Trail are also within 32 mi (52 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 51 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our trip was very relaxing. The views were beautiful. It rained a lot but there were plenty of games and puzzles. The younger generation were amazed by the old phones. This is a beautiful little town and home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua C.

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

Beautiful property

This is the 3rd time we've stayed here. We love this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan J.

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

Great stay

we enjoyed our trip. Elizabeth is a great host! We hope to be back soon
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Brandy C.

A great place to stay!

The property is an excellent choice for a get away. It is very spacious with some of the best waterfront & wildlife views around, from the hummingbirds to the deer. The owners are very nice & knowledgeable about the area as well. Even though its a lil retro, its just an all around great choice!
Verified

8/10 Good

Peggy B.

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

Very peaceful setting.

Very peaceful and relaxing.. Right on river, but away from the crowds. Really enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Frio River Eclipse Stay

Accommodations were comfortable for a large group. The kitchen is big, good for us folks who like to cook. The back patio was the chief attribute to our enjoyable stay, for eating outside, enjoying the river, and hanging out.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Relaxing for the parents, fun for the kids

We had a great time. Loved that the river was in the backyard. Great place to get the kids to unplug a be outside!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emberly H.

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

Great river house

The property is exactly as it is pictured. The river is right in the backyard and beautiful. This was a great place for hour family to relax for a few days.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

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

Beautiful location

House is adorable. I personally love the classic look. The pictures do not do the river justice. It's a beautiful, peaceful spot !!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua S.

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

Wonderful River getaway

We had a blast at this beautiful location. The kids didn’t want to leave. Will definitely be coming back again. Thank you for everything Beth!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Haley M.

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

Perfect getaway

Our party consisted of 4 adults and 5 children under 10. Water was perfect, clear cool and wonderful. House was exceptionally clean and owner was very attentive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monique L.

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

Unique property

Vintage house, love that the river was in the backyard!!’
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joey C.

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

Shade!!

Great swimming hole, rope swing and plenty fishing. Cypress canopy cover most of the riverbank. Stays cool and shady. We plan on booking again next summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Dennis M.

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

Garner vacation

Property location was great and convenient. House was aged but comfortable with a very good AC system. House was in need of a good cleaning but nothing alarming that would raise any eyebrows.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Brandy C.

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

Great stay!

Love the retro look. Would have been even better with WIFI. No cell service at all. House was very spacious. River are was very nice, would have been more enjoyable with out door lights and rope swing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly F.

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

Felt like home!

We had an amazing stay this weekend! We had plenty or room(13)! Everyone slept very comfortable!! Owner was awesome! She and her husband meet us there and very very nice ppl! The kids had so Much fun in the water off the rope Swing! We fished and caught a Huge Bass!! We definitely will be returning!! Next year a few times!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon L.

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

Frio Fun

We had a great time staying at this property. There was plenty of room for everyone. Owner replied quickly to all questions. House is exactly how it is advertised. If you are looking for something fancy then this is not the house for you. It was clean and spacious and met all our needs. Thank you Beth.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noel C.

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

Blast to the past

So the house is beautifully furnished, the decor is very nice. My family said it's a nice 70s style house with a touch of modern, and the appliances work very well. There are no laundry appliances. River access in the back yard, is good, over grown with lily pads. But still very nice and great vacation spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Peggy B.

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

Leakey vacation

Second year to stay here. Nice house and fits our purpose. Some nice update have made this year. Needs curtain on bathroom window. Microwave needs replacing. Very noisy neighbors. On a whole, we enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen W.

Fun for the Whole Familiy

Great time at the house and in town -- enjoyed kayaking in the river, fishing and just floating where the wind took us. Spent most of our time outside and taught the kids about the rotary phones and retro-features. Elizabeth is a great host -- and thankful for her expertise of the surrounding communities when a quick trip to the ER was needed for some stitches thanks to an adventurous little one.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan C.

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

Family Weekend

The river here is absolutely perfect for us. We swam, canoed, had a great time with the rope swing and my granddaughter loved jumping from the tree stump. The house has plenty of room and the yard and back patio are lovely. The kitchen floor was filthy. I'm not impressed with the location of the fire pit. It is too close to the AC unit. It was too hot to want a fire anyway. My other disappointment was the amount of road noise.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

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

Good fun

Nice deep hole for swimming had more Lilly pads than we expected but was clear and beautiful. We kayaked up and down and it was soo beautiful and peaceful. Not much sun shines through the trees though. the house was spacious definitely never felt under each other’s feet. The retro vibe was cool to the older people and gross to the teens and 20 somethings lol. I only have 2 suggestions; I would remove the non potable water signs or at least don’t have the scary no ingestion pic on the sign. I know it’s a legit name for well water but it makes it seem dangerous and Non drinkable. I grew up on well water so it didn’t phase me at all but the others in our group were scared to even use it to brush their teeth lol. I have rented many other properties in the past who were on well water and none had a non potable sign. With the reviews stating that the water stunk I was expecting a sulfur smell because some wells are that way but ur water just smelt like iron not gross or unpleasant just Normal hard water smell. Second suggestion would be to add curtains (u can’t see through) or blinds to the back windows of the rooms and bathrooms because when some of us were still outside on the patio or in the yard we could see everyone in the rooms and one or 2 of our group were seen changing. Other than that everything was great thank you for sharing your home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Melissa J.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Creepy Owners, Roach Feces, HVAC Refrigerant Leak in House,

We thought things were strange when the owners showed up to “turn off the sprinklers” but stayed and talked to my family that beat us to the rental. The husband and wife began to tell them all about the houserules. The river fish are their “grandchildren’s pets” and “catch and release” fishing only, even though they advertise their rents as “perfect for fishing”. The owners spent 30 minutes “waiting for us to arrive” to accept cash on the side of VRBO for an extra night because VRBO “has too many fees”. They finally left my family members to enjoy their stay while we continued to make our way to the property. Upon arrival, we saw that there was dried food on the “clean” silverware, not enough cups for 8 people to have coffee when the description reads that it can seep 18 comfortably. We saw dying tree cockroaches in the cabinets, and roac feces on the plates. Everything from the cabinets had to be washed. We realized quickly that the house is advertised as having whole home WiFi, however it only works well in the Master bedroom, which was inconvenient for us, as we operate a business remotely, and like to be able to sit with our kids while they are playing outside. Second night, the ac was blowing hot air. owner came over and tripped the breaker, which didn’t make sense because the blower was running prior to that. A tech was called out and told my husband the he “topped off” the unit with refrigerant, which was leaking into the house, making us sick.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ray S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Host was awesome,house was great. VRBO wasn't truthful about the charges for the house and guest.

Ok
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris V.

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

Loved this house and the location,further up river away from crowds to relax

We stayed here a week and loved it! beautiful location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Elizabeth R Manglberger

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I have lived in Leakey my entire life. Met my husband at college in Alpine, Texas and brought him back home with me. Eventually he also moved his mother here.

Why they chose this property

My mother-in-law bought this property in 1991 as her retirement home. My husband inherited it so since we already had a home in Leakey, we decided to create a vacation rental. I lost him in 2017 so I acquired partners that do rentals professionally. We have worked hard to gradually update the property and create a comfortable place for your vacation on the banks of the East Branch of the Frio River.

What makes this property unique

The home is located 7 miles north of Leakey with the Frio River as its back yard.

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