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The Bird Nest- Bunkhouse, Sports Court, & Kayaks

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Located near Lake LBJ, The Bird Nest offers the perfect family getaway. With a pickleball court that converts to a basketball court, four kayaks for exploring the water, and an outdoor deck with dining area by the river bunk house.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Bird Nest- Bunkhouse, Sports Court, & Kayaks

Summary:
A DAY IN THE LIFE AT THE BIRD NEST
Start your morning with coffee on the patio, then hit the pickleball court or challenge the kids to basketball. Paddle out in one of the complimentary kayaks for lake front adventure before lunch. Spend the afternoon roasting s'mores by the fire pit, or hanging out in the river bunk house. Wind down with dinner on the deck and a peaceful evening by the water. The Bird Nest is made for memory-making, inside and out.

The Space:
INTERIOR FEATURES
• Free WIFI
• Washer and dryer available for guest use
• Pet-friendly (with applicable pet fee of $200 per pet & $10 credit card fee)
• TVs with Roku
• Soaking Tub
• Single Level Home

KITCHEN & DINING
• Fully stocked kitchen
• Keurig coffee maker available
• Drip coffee maker available

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
• Bedroom 1: Primary with Kind Bed with Ensuite Bathroom – Sleeps 2
• Bedroom 2: Queen Bed – Sleeps 2
• Bedroom 3: Twin over Full Bunk Bed – Sleeps 3
• Bunk House: Full over Full Bunk Bed – Sleeps 4

EXTERIOR FEATURES
• Propane BBQ Grill with 2 cans of propane provided per stay
• Outdoor Deck with Dining Area
• Spacious Lawn
• Pickle Ball Court
• Basketball Goal
• 2 Complimentary Adult Kayaks
• 2 Complimentary Youth Kayaks
• Fire pit (firewood not provided)

WATER ACCESS
• Lakefront Access

LOCATION
• Nestled along the upper arm of the Colorado River
• Perfect for swimming, boating, and paddle boarding
• Grocery Store within 3 miles
• Public Boat Ramp within 4 miles

At Hill Country Stays, we live here, we play here, and we make memories here—just like you. Want the best local eats, wineries, boat rental spots and more? Just ask—we’re happy to share our favorites!

We love sharing the Hill Country—ask us about current promotions or seasonal discounts when you book. Your perfect getaway might come with a little extra savings!

Guest Access:
Guests will have access to the entire house, sports court, and bunk house.

The Neighborhood:
It's located on an Inlet of the Colorado arm of Lake LBJ & close to local restaurants, wineries, a variety of local attractions such as Longhorn Caverns and Inks Lake State Park!

Getting Around:
You will need a vehicle to get to this property and to the local attractions.

Other Things to Note:
We are available by email, text, phone, or can be available in person if need be.

This is a now a pet friendly home. Pet fee of $200 per dog is required along with a copy of the vaccination records and pet agreement form.

In lieu of a security deposit we require a $75 damage waiver fee through Safely that covers guests up to $5000 in damages to the property.

As part of our effort to help you relax and enjoy your stay, we insure the property against guest-caused, accidental damage with the Safely Protection Policy. The cost of this protection has been included in a Fee on your reservation.

The Safely Protection Policy covers the cost of repairing damage to the property up to $5K for content and dwelling combined.

The fee for this protection is refundable if the reservation is canceled in writing at least twenty-four (24) hours prior to the arrival date. Any deductible, minimum claim amount, or cost of repair in excess of the coverage limits will be the responsibility of the Guest, and Hill Country Stays will process the payment using the form of payment on file for Guest.

Quiet Hours are from 10PM-8AM!

All refunds will exclude a 5% credit card service fee.

This home is at the end of a shallow cove. Please ask us prior to bringing a boat.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Pickleball
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please note renters must be 25 years or older to book. Pet Friendly additional fee is required to being dogs to the property with a max of 2 dogs ...

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Charge may apply

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Kingsland, TX

What's nearby

  • Lake LBJ - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • The Legends Golf Course - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Longhorn Cavern State Park - 8 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Inks Lake State Park - 11 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Inks Lake - 12 min drive - 14.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Buddies 1 Stop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪La Tequila Jalisco - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Dam Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bird Nest- Bunkhouse, Sports Court, & Kayaks pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at The Bird Nest- Bunkhouse, Sports Court, & Kayaks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Bird Nest- Bunkhouse, Sports Court, & Kayaks?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Bird Nest- Bunkhouse, Sports Court, & Kayaks located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Lake LBJ and Colorado River. Kingsland Massage Garage is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

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The Bird Nest- Bunkhouse, Sports Court, & Kayaks Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Gail S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We chose the property because it was close to a family member who hosted our family reunion.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan A.

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

Beautiful property on the water!

Loved the kayaks and the pickleball court!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Britni V.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay. They were very responsive with any questions or concerns we had re: the place! The water in the lake was dirty and stagnant but got better as you went down the lake. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family's whole experience here was great. The house was big enough for all of us and the bunk house was excellent for my oldest Sons family. They loved fishing off of the deck. The S'mores at the fire pit was very special. It was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margie F.

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

2025 Annual Bluebonnet Sitings

My family stayed here during SpringBreak. We had an amazing time. The property was on the water with available kayaks and a pickleball court that was used daily. The house was very clean and furnished very nicely, just about every kitchen appliance you could think of was available. We visit this area every year and have never enjoyed a property as much as we did here. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traci C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Plenty of room for our party of 8, plus some!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David C.

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

Cleveland lake trip

Lake access is good, but not able to swim down by dock and house is very accomodating and fun for sports and playing
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna j.

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

Weekend getaway

Excellent location to host a family weekend getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaylah K.

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

Seamless

We had a great time at the house - plenty to entertain the littles. Great communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

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

Weekend Getaway

We had a wonderful experience at The Bird Nest. Plenty of space for the ten of us with nice amenities. We enjoyed kayaking, pickle ball, basketball, and relaxing around the fire pit in the backyard. Thank you for such relaxing accommodations in a cute, safe neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy M.

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

Christmas 2024

We stayed here for a Christmas family gathering and it was perfect. Plenty of dishes to eat from and cook with, good countertop space, a clean fridge, and room for the coffee pot one of the families brought for Espressos. Enough clean towels for everyone and the separate cabin worked well for one family. So very pleased with our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Visiting Texas Family

The Bird's Nest was a pleasant place to call home for a few days. The house is well laid out. The kids loved the bunkhouse. Despite the normal humidity, we were able to play some basketball and pickleball on the sports court. The included kayaks were fun. All in all, it was a great getaway at a nice home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Nick D.

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

Birds nest

Overall clean and enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Troy P.

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

Family Fun Trip

Our family of six stayed for three winter nights. We enjoyed the pickleball court, basketball court, fire pit, boat house, and fishing from the deck. The fish were small. We caught bigger fish from the pier at Inks Lake State Park. The house had everything we needed. HEB is nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alice W.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025