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Secluded, Nature Trails, Dark Sky. Near Garner & Lost Maples State Parks.

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Nestled between the hills, this secluded home offers a serene escape with nature trails to explore and a private pool to unwind. Relax in the hot tub or take part in outdoor activities like ping pong, hammocking, or simply stargaze under Dark Sky conditions.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 25

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

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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.

Secluded, Nature Trails, Dark Sky. Near Garner & Lost Maples State Parks.

Rate is for 4 people, then $10 each additional person per night.
Sleeps 4 to 20 people, maximum is 25 people.
Up to 2 dogs allowed at $10 each, per night.

Fabulous secluded home on 250 acres with nature, hike, bike trails to explore. Private pool, hot tub, ping pong, Wi-Fi internet & TV, outdoor hammock & swings in the trees.
Nestled between Hills away from city lights makes this your perfect Dark Sky area for Star Gazing & Nature Experiences.
Nature Center & Tours available on ranch.
Located between Garner State Park & Utopia Texas, close to Lost Maples State Natural Area. Scenic drives & cycling thru our Hill Country roads. Local eateries and music.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and 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.
  • Accessible parking space
  • In-room accessibility
  • Single level property
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Splash pad
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Bring bath/pool towels, Toilet Paper, Trash Bags. Linens provided for beds/sofa beds Wash dishes before check out No fireworks, BB or other Guns
Be Good Neighbors Don't Disturb Wildlife - Keep Music Noise level down. Quite time is 11pm to 8am
Keep Dogs leashed on Trails. No Golf Carts, 4 wheelers or Vehicles on Hiking Trails. Hot tub timer for gas heater comes on from 7pm to 11pm.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Note from host: $10 ea. per night Kenneled when inside

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: 1 year or under free. Don't count them as guests.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
$10 per day guest per day they are on property

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
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: $10 per day guest per day they are on property
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Map
Utopia, TX

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
    109 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Secluded, Nature Trails, Dark Sky. Near Garner & Lost Maples State Parks. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Secluded, Nature Trails, Dark Sky. Near Garner & Lost Maples State Parks. pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Secluded, Nature Trails, Dark Sky. Near Garner & Lost Maples State Parks.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Secluded, Nature Trails, Dark Sky. Near Garner & Lost Maples State Parks.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded, Nature Trails, Dark Sky. Near Garner & Lost Maples State Parks.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded, Nature Trails, Dark Sky. Near Garner & Lost Maples State Parks. located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Garner State Park, Frio River and Concan Golf Course and Country Club. Frio Valley Ranch Golf Club is 7 mi (11.2 km) away.

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Secluded, Nature Trails, Dark Sky. Near Garner & Lost Maples State Parks. Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 34 reviews
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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

jimmy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very spacious,clean, everything you needed for several days was on site. The pool is beautiful, the canopy kept us all day at the pool. Plenty of tables and seating while we bar b Que.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruno M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was comfortable and perfect for a relaxing weekend. The family enjoyed the pool and ping pong table. Plenty of room for everyone to enjoy. We also enjoyed the family history displayed inside the home.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean A.

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

Lovely property

Great spot to stay for families. Wonderful proximity to both Garner and Lost Maples. The property is extremely scenic. Will likely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

becky s.

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

Perfect Location

This was a perfect location for our stay. Everything was exactly as described!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Gutierrez C.

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

Great Summer Break

We truly had a great stay. Spacious and had all the amenities needed. We had a great time and hope to go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Terry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfectly located close to Garner State Park. Easily accommodated our family of 13. We loved the history of the home. The night sky view was incredible! Lots of room to spread out for our family. Kitchen well equipped. Beds comfortable. We hope to visit this property again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carey S.

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

Excellent

The house has everything you need, beds are comfortable. The pool was clean and perfect. Will be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia A.

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

Vacation 2023

Our stay at Bluebird Hill was fantastic. We enjoyed our stay and all of the nature around us. So many beautiful birds all around the house. The pool was amazing as well. We definitely will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ricky B.

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

Great Thanksgiving getaway

We, our kids and grandkids had the best time ever hiking through the trails, enjoying the colorful foliage and nature, spotting tracks and being startled by a buck while taking some sunset pictures. The home was great for our huge family and very interesting collections of all sort. We didn’t use the pool, but a few weathered it and enjoyed the hot tub one evening. We are definitely looking forward to coming back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

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

Comfortable spacious

We stayed in house and studio apartment above. Lots of room and lots of outdoor spaces to spread out. House is comfortable and laid back. Lots of birds, and best of all dark sky’s. Make sure you read what to bring carefully. It’s reasonable though and stores nearby .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

A beautiful retreat

The house was a hidden treasure. Nestled among the hills giving us great privacy yet so close to Garner State Park, Utopia, and Leaky. We stayed mostly on the property since there was so much to do. Really enjoyed looking at the family collections, artwork, and photos throughout the house. Our grandkids spent a lot of time in the pool or at the ping pong table. Mornings on the deck watching the sunrise and recording bird songs was so inspiring. The kids are already looking forward to returning next summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Oscar L.

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

Family time in the Hill Country

We had a great time at Bluebird Hill. Leann was pleasant to work with and was responsive to our inquiries. The house was comfy and the a/c worked great. The pool was great and we enjoyed hikes in the country on the 200+ acre ranch. There were 15 of us and we had a blast. The deck and bbq grill are in very good shape. The trees on the property are gorgeous. Lots of wildlife to see. Located just a few miles from the entrance to Garner State Park. This is a beautiful part of Texas and we will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Olga K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely amazing property and host. One of the best places we've ever stayed!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Aaron M.

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

Frio pool house

Place was near everything and family had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Aimee H.

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

Great place

We all enjoyed this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

brandie m.

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

Graduation vacation

We had a very relaxing stay. Would definitely recommend and will come back in the future! Beautiful property and excellent host .
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen was well equipped with everything needed. Pool was great. Overall amazing experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Alyssa A.

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

Our Stay at the Blue Bird house

We had an amazing stay! We were there celebrating my Bachelorette party! I used to go to Garner with my family every summer as a kid and this place brought back so many memories, and we got to make so many new ones! My only note, they do not provide any shampoo, conditioner, towels, hand soap and only two trash bags, but other than that we had a 10/10 time and would stay again!!
Outside of the house
Main bedroom
Outside of the house
Living room
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

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

Family Vacation

Great place with plenty to experience. Close to the Frio and Nueces River for tube floating. The pool, hottub and interesting artifacts are really neat. Our large family love it and will definitely book again!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda G.

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

Our favorite place so far!

We’ve been vacationing at the Frio for years now, and this was our favorite place to stay by far! We love that it’s off the beaten path, and honestly, we only left to go to the river once the entire stay. The hiking trail was fun and perfect for taking the kids on. The entire place was just so beautiful and relaxing! We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gwen R.

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

Totally relaxing vacation

Our family arrived from 4 different Texas cities. Check in was trouble free. Two fridges allowed space for everyone's favorite foods and beverages. There we so many spots to set up activities for two or seven! The pool was so relaxing. Hummingbird watching with morning coffee was great. Easy access to Garner State Park and river. We hated to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina W.

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

Home Away From Home

This house is by far the best with all the special homey touches and very clean. Well supplied kitchen too. Mostly, the owners response time to any questions or requests was at the top of the list of accommodations. Our teens loved the pool and ping pong table after the river trips. We enjoyed the spa at night under the starlit sky. Stop scrolling and book Bluebird!! You won’t be disappointed!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn B.

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

Graduation

Loved all the outside seating and the sunroom with ping pong table.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal H.

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

Peaceful Getaway

The house was awesome, plenty of room for 12 adults. Would be a nice getaway for a family gathering. Nice yard. I seen quite a few hummingbirds (my favorite). The house was easy to find, paved roads and not too far from town. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judge G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time staying at this charming, secluded property near Garner State Park. The pool area and hot tub were perfect for relaxing with the family. The house itself is full of character, with unique artifacts and historical archives that give it a really special feel.We did have a brief issue with the running water, but Leann was incredibly responsive—she personally delivered water within 30 minutes and had the issue fully resolved in about an hour. Her kindness and quick action really made a difference and allowed us to enjoy the rest of our stay worry-free.We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025