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

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Outdoor pool
Outdoor pool
Exterior
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 25

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Utopia, TX
  • Place, Garner State Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Frio River
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Concan Golf Course and Country Club
    ‪20 min drive‬

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About the area

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When you stay at this vacation home in Uvalde, you'll be on a river and 10 minutes by car from Garner State Park. .This family-friendly vacation home is 6.6 mi (10.7 km) from Frio River and 6.9 mi (11.2 km) from Concan Golf Course and Country Club.
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What's nearby

  • Garner State Park - 7 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Frio River - 8 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Concan Golf Course and Country Club - 20 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Frio Valley Ranch Golf Club - 20 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Frio Bat Cave - 29 min drive - 37.3 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪GARNER GRILL - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪House Pasture Cattle Company - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Frio Valley Ranch Cantina - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Frio Tubing Company - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Joe Tom's Catering - ‬23 min drive

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.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a private pool. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including an outdoor pool and a hot tub. This vacation home also features an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

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

Pets

Pets 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.

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 there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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 elevators

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Olga K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely amazing property and host. One of the best places we've ever stayed!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thein

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kitchen was well equipped with everything needed. Pool was great. Overall amazing experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruno M.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

jimmy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Gwen R.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Aaron M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Frio pool house

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Best Kept Secret!

Our family of 5 adults and 9 kids spent 3 wonderful days and nights at Bluebird Hill and Indian Blanket Ranch. The house is sprawling and incredibly comfortable with a unique floor plan. We especially enjoyed the well stocked kitchen, game room, and ping pong table. There was plenty of room for everyone. The yard and views were absolutely beautiful with blooming flowers (in July!). There are outdoor tables and chairs at every turn, a hammock, a great deck, and the sound of the creek below was heavenly. We spent a lot of time in the incredible pool and hot tub; it’s the perfect place to stargaze!We also enjoyed the ranch trails every morning and evening—for easy strolls or more strenuous climbing. This place is comfortable, inviting, quiet, secluded, and absolutely unforgettable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Gina W.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

brandie m.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

8/10 Good

Alyssa A.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Judge G.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolina C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean A.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Carey S.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Oscar L.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Dawn B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Graduation

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

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Ricky B.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Drew B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Here for the twisted sisters?

I’ll start off first by praising the property owners on setting up a well established property. Every step of renting here was served on a silver platter. I organize a car club and regularly come out to drive the hill country roads and this place checks every box! Lots of space, covered parking, simple instructions, short distance to our favorite roads, and a property with everything you could want. I loved my stay here and look forward to many more years of partnering up for my events. You won’t regret staying here I promise!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

becky s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Location

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

10/10 Excellent

Aimee H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

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