Charming Blanco Riverfont Cottage

This property did not disappoint! The house was super cute, very clean, well-kept, stocked, and overall unique. Every item we used was in working order. The river was peaceful and pefect for swimming or relaxing along the shore. We enjoyed watching the deer casually walk past as we sat in the hot tub. The location was central — we tubed in San Marcos, hiked at Pedernales Falls, and shoped at Wimberley. Seriously, not a single complaint or inconvenience. We will 100% book at Shade Ranch again!!

I am so pleased with everything about this trip. From booking, and the communication between the property owner and I, to the property itself and the sweet little town it's located in. The property was very clean and well maintained. Older home but with definite Hill Country charm. The river is as clear and pretty as pictured online and there are an endless amount of things to do in the area. The steps to the river make it easy to get to the PERFECT chill spot for kids and adults. I really feel like my family lucked out when we found this place and plan on going back in the future.

My family loves the little house. It is the best part of our stay in Wimberley.

If you’re looking for a charming, secluded place to stay; yet a quick drive into Wimberley, this is the place for you! The smaller river front cottage was the perfect size for 3 adults. The cottage had everything we needed for our week long stay! The clear waters of the Blanco River was just a short hike from the cottage; and we enjoyed floating in the river on a couple of hot afternoons. The hot tub on the property was also a plus. Had a small issue with the hot tub heating up to the correct temp initially; but that was resolved within a day or two. The host informed us that they are replacing the hot tub with a new one very soon. The host was incredibly gracious and responsive to our questions in a very timely manner. We would definitely recommend this home if you’re looking for some peace, quiet and relaxation among the beautiful trees, deer, birds and other wildlife that make their home in this area. We are definitely hoping to stay here again, if we’re back in this area!

This property is amazing. It has all of the comforts of home with modern furnishings and appliances, a well stocked kitchen including many extras not offered (coffee, tea, sugar/ceeamer, seasonings, large selection of pots, silverware, cooking utensils, etc), and ample room. The pictures on the website are accurate. And the scenery around the “little house” is beautiful and relaxing. The fire pit and horseshoe pit were so much fun as well as seeing the many deer on the property. My family cannot wait to return for another wonderful stay.

This was a lovely and secluded spot. The cottage is beautiful and comfortable, and Wimberley is only a short drive away.

We stayed as Snowbirds for 4 weeks. The quality and cleanliness of the home, the provided amenities, and the location are all absolutely a 10/10. Drive through the automatic gate and you are wonderfully secluded on your own 40 acres yet just a few miles from Wimberly and an hour from either Austin or San Antonio. Our dog loved her daily walks on the property and going swimming every day in the river. Just a few things to note: both the kitchen and the bath each have an unusual step up into the room - only a concern if there are mobility issues; and the hot tub - while it ran great was terribly loud during its filtration cycles and could be heard throughout the house. The owner worked diligently with us to reduce its effect and we understand they are in the process of buying a new one. The owner was great to work with throughout our extended stay - very responsive.

Great getaway-had a lovely time!

The was our 7th visit to the house and as always we loved our time there. It was so nice to see the addition of a dishwasher in the newly remodeled kitchen and a new washer/dryer. The bathroom also has great updates. All of our needs were met and the place was spotless. Lots of friendly deer gathered in the mornings and evenings which was a beautiful experience. Can’t wait for our next visit! Roby is a great host and communicator.

This property is absolutely beautiful! We had a perfect anniversary weekend. The river was very close (short walk) and we thoroughly enjoyed the hot tub, fire pit, BBQ grill, and horseshoes. It's also very close to town with lots of restaurants. There's a BBQ restaurant even closer that had live music and an outdoor area - We loved it! We would definitely stay here again - It was the perfect slice of paradise. Note: The path to the river runs right next to the larger house on this property, and the river access is shared with any guests staying at that property as well. We didn't run into anyone during our stay but just FYI as I had this question before we booked and didn't see it in earlier reviews. Thanks for making our weekend memorable!

This rental had it all. Close to town if you wanted that experience. Private and surrounded by so much nature if you are needing a little rest and rejuvenation. The wildlife was so fun to watch . We had such a lovely time that we would love to come back sometime. The cottage had everything you needed and was updated and very comfortable. 5 Star for sure.

Everything about this trip was easy and relaxing. We loved the cabin and enjoyed watching deer in the mornings while drinking coffee on the back porch. I give it all the stars!

The cottage was perfect for our family of 3. We spent hours in the river fishing, floating and playing with the rocks during the day. We grilled and watched the wildlife from the hot tub and patio in the evenings. The long drive is great for peaceful walks morning and evenings too. Everything is updated and looks very nice. I was thankful for a full washer and dryer so we came home with clean clothes ready to unpack. Town isn't far away if you need anything. Thanks again Roby for sharing your property. We would love to visit again.

Very peaceful and serene. We will be going back

We loved the cottage, it was beautifully designed, decorated, and better than we expected. The owner was very responsive and we only had one minor question. The walk to the river was easy and we had a blast lounging in the water. It was a great spot and I absolutely recommend.

Everything was excellent

We loved our stay at the Cottage. Upon our arrival, my first words were “ Oh how cute”! Everything was extremely clean and the location was perfect. We highly recommend this property.

The house offered great location with a short path to the Blanco River. House is nicely remodeled and included a well-equipped kitchen, comfortable mattress and bedding, a recently remodeled bathroom, and featured a laundry room. Also included a covered porch off the kitchen, a hot tub, fire pit, and horseshoe area. The only caution I would have is the rather sizable step-up into the kitchen and the bathroom that may cause issues for elderly or very young.

My wife and I stayed in the Little House on this property that is shared with a larger house that is around 100 to 200 yards away. Their was another group in the other house celebrating a bachelor party, but they thankfully did not make too much noise. Both houses have access to the Blanco River which was such a peaceful place to sit by. Definitely will consider coming to this property again for a peaceful getaway that is less than 10 minutes from Wimberly!

It was perfect getaway for us. We enjoyed walks up and down the long drive and the trail/stairs down to the river. We also enjoyed the great WiFi and satellite TV to enjoy the Bowl Season. We’re looking forward to coming back soon.

Pictures don't do justice to this beautiful home and property! My only recommendation for improvement would be to have lights up by the fire pit near the little house.

The place is awesome and exactly as portrayed. Hosts are fantastic

As always, we truly enjoyed our stay and loved every moment. The solitude, the river, the walks in the woods, and spotting the deer were magical! Our little dog sure had herself a good time, as well! The house was immaculate and had everything we needed. Communication with Roby couldn’t be better. Thank you again for the wonderful getaway!

The property was beautiful and close to town! The cabin was perfect for me and my friend. Very clean :)

Visited the area for hiking, retreat, peace.

Loved the weather sitting on the back porch (where most of my time was spent) watching the deer and grey fox. Ventured down to the Blanco River where we walked on the rocks looking into the clear water. nice area to sit down in the shade and relax! Went to Wimberly for food and shopping. Had an awesome time! Want to make this an annual trip.

This was our second stay on this property...1st stay was at the large house. Just two of us this time, so we thought we'd try the cottage. It was perfect for two! Clean, convenient and had everything we needed for our stay. Roby made check-in seamless and made sure we knew how to contact him if necessary. We very much enjoyed watching the deer and foxes that visited nightly. Would definitely recommend!

We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful property. The house is cozy, well-equipped, and perfectly situated among the Texas Hill Country. The private access to the Blanco River and the stunning views made our trip extra special. We enjoyed peaceful mornings with the deer grazing nearby and relaxing evenings in the hot tub under the stars. The location is convenient, just a short drive to Wimberley Square, but still feels secluded and tranquil. Highly recommend this place for a quiet, relaxing retreat! We would definitely return.