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4-bedroom house in Utopia with 450’ of private crystal clear Sabinal river front

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 20

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Utopia, TX
  • Frio River
  • Lost Maples State Natural Area
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Garner State Park
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Bunk Beds

Living Room 1

2 Queen Sofa Beds

Living Room 2

1 Queen Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

4-bedroom house in Utopia with 450’ of private crystal clear Sabinal river front

Nestled in Utopia on 10 private acres this Spanish Hacienda style house offers a tremendous stay for guests. Float, kayak or canoe the clear cold Sabinal for over a mile thru private, quiet and serene deep water to Utopia lake or let the kids splash and play in the shallow area on the south side of the property. Large firepit, hot tub and volleyball court. 4 bedrooms including a king bed, 3 queen beds, 2 bunk beds and 2 queen sleeper sofas. The 3 full bathrooms are equipped with showers for convenience. The house has a large master with a king bed, bedroom 2 and 3 have queens and bedroom 4 has a queen and an additional 2 bunk beds with fulls on bottom and singles on top. This is a Utopian Paradise where towering cypress trees line the banks of the beautiful spring fed Sabinal River with over 450 ft of private river frontage. Enjoy fishing, swimming, and the rope swing for the kid in you. Wonderful birding area; he trees are filled with birds; Tanagers, Phoebes, Bluebirds, Purple Martins, Swallows, Hawks, Kingfishers, Barred Owl! Sit on the covered porch in the mornings enjoying your coffee seeing axis and white tail deer in addition to hearing the sounds of nature. The house is 20 minutes from Garner State Park and 15 minutes from Lost Maples Park State Natural Area. The quaint little town of Utopia is a short bike ride away and bikes are provided. The town has unique shops, restaurants, grocery store and a town square that hosts frequent events. Additionally, there’s a park with a lake for fishing and boating with plenty of picnic sites along the water. Utopia Golf course is a 9 hole course just south of town. The Robert Duval movie “7 Days In Utopia” was filmed in Utopia and included scenes shot on the golf course. What guests are saying: I am writing to let you know about our stay at the beautiful La Hacienda near Utopia…..
The accommodations were perfect, the house was decorated with special touches both inside and outside. We thoroughly enjoyed the peace and tranquility. The stars were never brighter and saw fire-flies for the first time in years. We relaxed every evening in the hot tub listening to our favorite tunes.
Especially during this pandemic time, it was a much needed get-away! We took one day to head to Lost Maples Park for a family hike, played volleyball and went swimming.
The owners truly thought of everything, including a stocked kitchen! We hope to return next year with our family. Thanks again for a special weekend.
Lenora: San Antonio, TX

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We love this home. We brought my Mom here for her 70th, now we are bringing her back for her 87th!
Pam: San Antonio, TX
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Our 4th time here and each time it is special. Thank you for continuing to share your wonderful home! It was just the escape we needed.
The Pena Family
June 16th
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Thank you for sharing your home. We had a relaxing weekend.
Just the perfect getaway from busy city life!
We enjoyed every moment. The stars are indeed amazing out here!
The Whittles
November


Thank you so much! We had the BEST time at La Hacienda. We booked the house because it was my 30th birthday + my college graduation! It was the perfect place to celebrate!
I had a surprise there too as my boyfriend proposed to me!!! We sat down by the river as the fireflies were coming out when he pulled out the ring. It was literally perfect.
Some of our friends have said that this was the best vacation they had in a long time and that we should make this a yearly celebration and we agree!
Ellie: Euless, TX
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What a Beautiful house surrounded by gorgeous nature! The perfect escape from the day to day! Thank you so much for our mini vacay, one to remember!
Catie & Jonathon
Sept.27th
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We had the perfect girls weekend getaway here @ La Hacienda.
Lots of Laughs, drinks & memories made on our 8th annual glamping trip.
Your place was everything we were looking for - outdoors, fishing, grilling, relaxing & perfect location for visiting Garner State Park.
Belle, Rose, Annie, Jen
& Debbie - October 6
Corpus Christi
San Antonio & Santa Fe

I would like to give you a big thank you for letting us go look in January before reserving it; to see how it was laid out for our Autistic granddaughter, Elena. She really loved the place and you will be happy to know La Hacienda gave her the opportunity to learn how to swim in the river. She did not want to get out of the river towards nighttime.
Us having the privacy of the property was a bonus because Elena likes to wonder throughout and she had plenty of room for that.
Now my grandson Abner (2 year old) did not want to leave this morning because he wanted to go back into the river. He had a blast and was able to enjoy the outdoors. He loves being outside, and being able to observe all the wildlife was awesome for his young eyes.
Being in the city we do not have the opportunity to see deer in our backyards in the morning, or seeing a hummingbird feed from the feeder or plants.
You gave these two (Elena and Abner) a special break in their young lives, and that is a special thank you; because you make this property available to rent. (words cannot express the happiness/smiles on their faces) I am deeply appreciative with our vacation results.
"La Hacienda" was very special to us and my son is saying he would like to make plans to return next year.
Once again thank you very much for a memorable vacation for me and my family and hopefully if we have the opportunity to pass by your place of business I will stop in to meet the person responsible for making this vacation very special for my family!
Sylvia: Spring, TX
*They have returned every year since!
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
No smoking indoors or on porches.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Please put trash into outside bins located at side of house.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
If using bikes please return to parking stand in shed, lock and cover with tarp. Thanks!

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 80
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Utopia

Located in Utopia, this holiday 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 Lost Maples State Natural Area. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Utopia, TX

What's nearby

  • Lost Maples State Natural Area - 26 min drive - 31.6 km
  • Garner State Park - 41 min drive - 31.6 km
  • Bandera City Park - 48 min drive - 69.4 km
  • Concan Golf Course and Country Club - 53 min drive - 34.2 km
  • Frio Valley Ranch Golf Club - 53 min drive - 34.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Lost Maples Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Laurel Tree - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fiddlestix - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Saint Jo's Picnic - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Big Ern's BBQ - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 4-bedroom house in Utopia with 450’ of private crystal clear Sabinal river front pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 4-bedroom house in Utopia with 450’ of private crystal clear Sabinal river front?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 4-bedroom house in Utopia with 450’ of private crystal clear Sabinal river front?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 4-bedroom house in Utopia with 450’ of private crystal clear Sabinal river front located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 20 mi (32 km) of Lone Star Motorcycle Museum, Garner State Park and Lost Maples State Natural Area. West Trail and East Trail are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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10/10

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10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gabby A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pictures don’t do this place justice! La Hacienda in Utopia was everything we needed for a perfect vacation. It’s the kind of spot where you never have to leave to eat, swim, fish, play, relax, and sleep all in one place.Our group ranged from ages 13 to 75, and everyone had a great time. Within the first five minutes, the family fisherman caught a 2.5 lb bass! The water was clear, flowing, and perfect for private swimming, kayaking, and paddle boarding. The property is beautifully landscaped with shady cypress trees and wide green lawns for relaxing or playing catch.The adults loved the hot tub, the big kitchen made family meals easy, and the four bedrooms had plenty of space for everyone to sleep comfortably. Best of all it was just a short drive from San Antonio. Truly a 10/10 stay. Something for the whole family to enjoy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Steve Maier

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What makes this property unique

450’ private deep clear spring fed river, shaded by towering cypress trees. 10 acres, Peaceful and secluded. Can walk to town. Town is historic with quaint shops and restaurants. Local 9 hole golf course and the highly rated Laurel Tree Restaurant, a renowned destination restaurant that offers a unique dining experience with its weekly changing menu featuring fresh seasonal ingredients and a blend of classic French and Texas Hill Country cuisine. Make reservations in advance, they’re open Saturdays only.
Utopia is where the Robert Duval movie “7 Days In Utopia” was filmed. Mr Duval enjoyed Utopia and the people so much that he has returned to visit several times since shooting the movie.
The night skies are so dark that on clear skies you can see fantastic stars and the Milky Way galaxy. In the summer months firefly’s light up the river area.

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