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The Lodge
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10 out of 10 Exceptional
12 bedrooms10+ bathroomsSleeps 401114 sq m

Popular amenities

  • DryerDryerDryer
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Mountain viewMountain viewMountain view

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

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Uvalde, TX
  • Popular LocationConcan Golf Course and Country Club21 min drive
  • Popular LocationGarner State Park22 min drive
  • Popular LocationFrio River24 min drive
  • AirportSan Antonio, TX (SAT-San Antonio Intl.)109 min drive

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Rooms & beds

12 bedrooms (sleeps 40)

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10 bathrooms, 11 half bathrooms

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About this property

Lightning Bug Springs Retreat

Whether you want to splash in the river, play some volleyball or just relax by the pool Lightning Bug has something to offer everyone.
Lightning Bug Springs Retreat is the perfect destination; 15 acres of beautiful property nestled along the banks of the Dry Frio. Don't let the name "Dry" fool you, though. There is a quaint swimming hole just steps away. The property has LOTS to offer with an outdoor pavillion that has a fully equipped kitchen. The kitchen has a concession style window and a big screen TV, swimming pool, a large fire pit, volleyball net, tire swings, horse shoes, soccer goals and large shade trees for enjoying nature. In the evening watch the sun set while the deer graze in the field.
The entire retreat sleeps 46; with 37 beds & 10.5 baths. There are 2 houses; The Lodge & Rio Vista, 2 cabins; The Lone Star & Gone Fishin' along with the Cowboys & Indians Bunkhouse.
The Lodge is a 3 bedroom, 2 bath house that sleeps 6 (1 king, 2 doubles) with a fully equipped kitchen, a large dining room and living room. It is beautifully decorated and has a large front porch over looking the river.
Rio Vista is a 3 bedroom 2 bath house that sleeps 8 (1 king, 1 double & 2 bunks). It has a fully equipped kitchen, large living room and large dining table. Rio Vista has an amazing deck that overlooks the river.
The 2 cabins on the property, Lone Star & Gone Fishin' both offer 2 bedrooms and 1 bath. The Lone Star Cabin sleeps 6; 2 Doubles & 1 Bunkbed. The Gone Fishin' Cabin sleeps 6; 2 Doubles and 1 Bunkbed. Both cabins have fully equipped kitchens, livings rooms with Tv/satellite.

The Cowboys & Indians Bunkhouse both offer 5 bunks (10 total) Sleeps 20 and 1 bath. Each bathroom has 2 showers and 2 toilets.
Amenities include a large pavilion, perfect for a large gathering. The pavillion has a fully equipped kitchen with a concession style window for easily serving food. It also offers a large screen TV with satellite and several picnic tables.
The pool is a perfect place to hang out on a hot, sunny day. The pool is shared with 3 other houses that are on the property.
After a day in the sun, the large fire pit is a wonderful place to gather around for a night under the stars. Tire swings can be found throughout the property. If you're up for a game up volleyball or soccer we have you covered. If volleyball or soccer isn't your thing maybe you can try your hand at horseshoes. Lightning Bug Springs has a little something for everyone.
Lightning Bug Springs Retreat is a wonderful place to host a family vacation, family reunion, corporate gathering, wedding or church retreat.
The property is far enough from the noise of the main river to experience a peaceful retreat, but just 8 miles from Concan and its quaint restaurants, quirky shops or to float the Frio.
Please note: We will provide Linens/ Towels for The Lodge, Rio Vista & the Cabins.
We DO NOT provide linens or towels for the bunkhouse.

Lightning Bug Springs has 4 homes and 2 bunkhouses on the property; it sleeps a total of 48; with 39 beds and 10.5 baths.

There is so much to do you don't even have to leave the property. With hiking trails, a pool, soccer goals, volleyball net, tire swings, THE RIVER with a quaint swimming hole just steps away, the pavilion with a fully equipped kitchen and big screen tv, large fire pit and beautiful trees to just grab a book and relax under.
In the evening watch the deer roam the field. Lightning Bug Springs is a peaceful place in the hill country that I am sure you will love.

When you arrive you will be greeted at a private gate where you will put in a pin # to enter. Once you enter you can drop off all of your belongings in the cabins. We ask that once you have unloaded that you park in the designated area. No parking on grass, please.

Lightning Bug Springs is located at the end of a dirt road. The property is privately gated.

Lightning Bug Springs is only 8 miles to Concan where you can float the Frio river, visit one of the local shops or eat at one of the quaint restaurants. We highly suggest visiting Joe Jimmy's for a night of dancing. The kids will have a blast.

Property manager

Dena Krailo
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Amenities

Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Mountain view
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property accepts cash
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 75
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

About the area

Uvalde

Located in Uvalde, this vacation home is 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 Bat Cave. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Uvalde, TX

What's nearby

  • Concan Golf Course and Country Club - 21 min drive
  • Frio Bat Cave - 22 min drive
  • Garner State Park - 22 min drive
  • Frio River - 24 min drive
  • Lost Maples State Natural Area - 88 min drive

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Neal's Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Hippie Chics River Shack - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Neal's Dining Room - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Joe Jimmy's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Foothills Motorcycle Stop & Campgrounds - ‬21 min drive

Reviews

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Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Totality 2024
Fantastic experience for the eclipse!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gloria P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoy 😉
Very pleased with everything we all enjoyed very much having a swimming pool was a +
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherri G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous family reunion!
We had a great time! The property is very well equipped and the property manager is very attentive. I highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay we will possibly be back this summer for our annual company retreat!
Beautiful hill country, by the water, slept up to 50. Great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Dena Krailo

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Hi, we are Mike & Dena Krailo

Lightning Bug Springs holds a very special place in our hearts as we watched our children grow up here, splashing in the river, dancing the night away under the pavilion or playing games with all of their friends in the bunkhouse. Our children are grown but the memories last forever.

When we were given the opportunity to manage Lightning Bug we were beyond excited. We want to watch other families make memories here too.

We hope you love Lightning Bug Springs as much as we do and will continue to come back year after year.

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