Unique Stay: Historic Home Along Blanco River

Blanco, Texas
$195 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 1

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Welcome to 'The Paper House,' a 1-bedroom, 1-bath cabin that boasts an abundance of history and no shortage of picturesque scenery. Some one-of-a-kind details you'll find on-site include original stonework sourced from rocks in the Blanco River, wood-beam ceilings from the surrounding cedars, and a stunning limestone fireplace. In your backyard, choose to paddle along the river, go for a leisurely stroll among the trees, or venture out and explore Blanco's parks, trails, museums, and wineries.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Built in the 1940s | Peaceful Wooded Setting | Direct River Access

Experience a stay like no other at this beautifully restored vacation rental, perfect for an inspiring artist’s retreat or a relaxing weekend outside the city.

Bedroom: Queen Bed | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa

THE PAPER HOUSE: Smart TV, wood-burning limestone fireplace, dining tables, gas grill, books, board games, cedar wood-beam ceilings (from trees on the property), original stonework (from stones in the river), newspaper roll details, retired Barnum & Bailey train doors
SHARED OUTDOOR SPACES: Riverside dining area, pavilion w/ picnic areas, kayaks w/ paddles provided, peaceful wooded acreage w/ riverside views
KITCHEN: Well-equipped, cooking basics, spices, dishware & flatware, Keurig coffee maker w/ K-cups, tea kettle, toaster, blender, rice & vegetable steamer
GENERAL: Free WiFi, towels/linens, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, central heating & air conditioning
ACCESSIBILITY: Single-story cabin, 4 steps required for access
FAQ: Exterior security cameras (2, facing out), beehives on-site
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles)
ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS: Two additional properties are available on-site, each with separate nightly rates: a 2-bedroom for 6 guests and a 1-bedroom for 4 guests. If you would like to reserve multiple rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking

-- THE LOCATION --

BLANCO (~3 miles): Shops, bars, restaurants, The Buggy Barn Museum, Old Blanco Emporium
WINERIES + VINEYARDS: Esperanza Winery (3.5 miles), Narrow Path Winery & Vineyard (17.0 miles), Texas Hills Vineyard (17.8 miles), Pedernales Cellars (21.4 miles), Kuhlman Cellars (21.5 miles), Arrowhead Creek Vineyard (25.0 miles)
BREWERIES & DISTILLERIES: Texas Cannon Brewing Company (3.2 miles), Real Spirits Distilling (4.8 miles), Andalusia Whiskey Company (8.7 miles), Rough Diamond Brewery (12.6 miles), Rock ‘Em Right Brewing Company (17.1 miles), Pecan Street Brewing (17.2 miles)
OUTDOOR ADVENTURES: Blanco State Park (4.0 miles), Lyndon B Johnson Historical Park (21.4 miles), Cypress Creek Nature Preserve (21.7 miles), Pedernales Falls State Park (24.8 miles), Natural Bridge Caverns (35.8 miles)
DAY TRIPS: Fredericksburg (36.7 miles), Austin (45.2 miles), San Antonio (52.0 miles)
AIRPORTS: San Antonio International Airport (43.8 miles), Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (49.1 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: There are other bookable vacation rentals on-site; other travelers may be present during your stay
- NOTE: This single-story cabin requires 4 steps to access
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras. Both cameras are located on the front of the main house and face the parking and front gate areas. The cameras do not look into interior spaces. The cameras may actively record video and/or sound while guests are in residence
- NOTE: Please note there are 2 beehives on the property; please do not disturb the bees

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  • School District Rates & Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 10226 Sq Ft (950 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Microwave Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Internet Access
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English French German Spanish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Kayaking Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    On The River On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Chris

    Submitted Dec 6, 2022

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    I’ll go again clean, nice, little place

  • Lee Ann A.

    Submitted Nov 3, 2025

    Stayed Oct 30, 2025

    Loved this place. Can't wait to stay again.

  • Nicole C.

    Submitted May 19, 2025

    Stayed May 16, 2025

    Great weekend getaway. The river was high enough to enjoy some paddling. We utilized one of the available kayaks and our inflatable SUP and went paddling south crossing the low water crossing road and a dam farther down. Really enjoyed the day on the water. The bed was very comfortable and the kitchen and bathroom were well furnished.We would definitely stay here again.

  • Tammie C.

    Submitted Feb 18, 2025

    Stayed Feb 13, 2025

    This is our second time staying here. Great location, comfortable, and cozy charm.

  • Tammie C.

    Submitted Jul 29, 2024

    Stayed Jul 26, 2024

    Perfect quiet getaway for a couple looking to relax and break away from the chaos of life. Blanco offers great food. Wish we had more time to spend there.

  • Katy C.

    Submitted Jun 7, 2024

    Stayed May 24, 2024

    This is the cutest little cabin with access to a the Blanco river. We wished we had had more time to explore the area and enjoy kayaking the river. The hosts were welcoming and friendly. And downtown Blanco has several really great restaurants and cute shops. We had intended not to spend much time in the town, but instead go visitng neighboring cities, but once we realized what Blanco had to offer, we decided to save the other cities for another trip and focus our time on Blanco. So lovely.

  • Steven R.

    Submitted Mar 24, 2024

    Stayed Mar 15, 2024

    Quaint little place in the hill country.

  • John A.

    Submitted Jan 29, 2024

    Stayed Jan 19, 2024

    A great location and a charming cabin. So peaceful and enjoyable.

  • Todd

    Submitted Nov 13, 2023

    Stayed Oct 20, 2023

    It was such a wonderful trip! The house was perfect and the grounds so beautiful! Waking up each morning to see the deer on the property was such a blessing! Highly recommend to any couple needing a relaxing getaway.

  • Renee

    Submitted Jul 6, 2023

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    the cabin is a wonderful get away. It comes fully stocked and ready for you to enjoy. we grilled some steaks out on the gas grill and just enjoyed the area. we were a bit disappointed that the river was so low, I would check on river flow if you were looking for water fun. we still managed to enjoy the surroundings. town is close by if you need anything and has a few restaurants. I defiantly would suggest the BBQ. If you are looking for a weekend get away this is a great option.

  • Susan B.

    Submitted Jul 3, 2023

    Stayed Jun 30, 2023

    Everything we needed

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$195+
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