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PetFriendly | Fire Pit | River Access | Sleeps 16+

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Deck on The Jameson with River View
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Outdoor dining
Cabin view from the river

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
11 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 30

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Kyle, TX
  • Ascension Seton Hays
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Texas State University
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • San Marcos River
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

11 bedrooms (sleeps 30)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 2 Double Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

1 King Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 8

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 9

1 Crib and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 10

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 11

1 Queen Bed

6 bathrooms

Bs Bunkhouse Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Craddock Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Craddock Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Jameson Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

River Ryder Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

The LH7

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

PetFriendly | Fire Pit | River Access | Sleeps 16+

Summary:
★ “Good place for family gatherings.”

• 5 Homes on 9 Acres w/ 420 ft of Private River Frontage
• Spacious living areas for large groups (sleeps 30)
• Fully equipped kitchens in each home
• Beautiful outdoor lounge area w/ firepit & propane grill
• Smart TVs in every home
• Parking → gated property w/ ample parking space
• Onsite washer + dryer in each home
• WiFi included

5 min → Downtown Kyle Park
3 min → Stone Hall Wedding Venue

The Space:
The property features an open floor plan and modern farmhouse style, accommodating up to 30 guests across multiple cabins. Enjoy 420 feet of private access to the Blanco River for fishing and relaxation. Each cabin has a fully equipped kitchen, Smart TVs, and WiFi, making it perfect for large gatherings in the Texas Hill Country.
★”This place is amazing. All of the houses are beautiful and offer their own experience. The property has a large green area and the river access incredible.”
Sleeping arrangements:
The Craddock
Room 1: King bed
Room 2: Queen bed + Twin trundle
Room 3: Queen bed

River Ryder
Room 1: King bed
Room 2: King bed
Living Room: Sleeper sofa

B's Bunkhouse
Room 1: Bunk bed (2 Full beds + Twin trundle)
Room 2: Queen bed
Living Room: Sleeper sofa

The Jameson
Room 1: Queen bed
Room 2: Queen bed

The LH7
Room 1: Queen bed
Room 2: Queen bed

ATTRACTIONS:
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✰ Texas Old Town Wedding Venue (1 mile)
✰ Bunton Creek Park and Playground (8 mins)
✰ Hays City Store and Restaurant (10 miles)
✰ Texas State University (15 mins)
✰ San Marcos Premium Outlets (14 miles)
✰ Shopping in Wimberley (20 miles)
✰ Circuit of the Americas (34 miles)
✰ Kalahari Resort and Waterpark (46 miles)
✰ Natural Bridge Caverns (47 miles)
✰ Gruene/New Braunfels(25 miles)

Guest Access:
Our property is gated and there is a large hill down to the three lower cabins. Please be advised that you will need to climb a few stairs to get to River Ryder from the parking area. The Jameson and B's Bunkhouse have two stairs to access the deck to the front door. The LH7 and The Craddock are located at the top of the hill. There are no stairs going up to the LH7 or The Craddock..

The Neighborhood:
The property is located just outside the city limits of Kyle, Texas, along the Blanco River. Our property contains four cabins and a larger home with private river access to the Blanco River. All of the land in between the cabins and the river is available for your enjoyment.

We recommend the following local activities:
Shopping in Wimberley and Kyle, wineries in the hill country, relaxing/swimming with our private river access, shopping at San Marcos Outlet Mall or Cabela's, hiking, Circuit of the Americas, and more.

Getting Around:
A car is best suited for transportation to our property. Uber and Lyft are available, but they are not as reliable in recent months. We are approximate:
30 mins to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport,
55 mins to San Antonio International Airport, and
30 mins from New Braunfels.

There are several areas of interest in the surrounding area to explore in which a car would be necessary.
The cabins are approximate:
1 mile to Texas Old Town, and Thistlewood Manor,
3 mins to Downtown Kyle,
25 mins to Downtown Wimberley for great local shopping,
15 mins to the San Marcos Outlet Mall,
25 mins to The Salt Lick in Driftwood, and
30 mins to Downtown Austin.

Other Things to Note:
******************Please Note********************
• Smoking, of any kind, is strictly forbidden inside the home, and all trash needs to be properly disposed of.
• All pets must be approved prior to guests arrival.
• There is a pet fee of $100/pet.
• Quiet Hours: 10 PM - 8 AM. Please keep noise levels down to respect our neighbors.
• Any unauthorized pets at the property will be subject to a $400 fee
• Pets are not allowed on the furniture. If the guest leaves the house, the pet should be kenneled or taken with them. If any damage is caused by the pet, there will be additional charges assessed reasonable to the damage made. Pets are not allowed in the home wet. Cats are not allowed in any of the homes. Please be respectful of the rules set forth above. We love dogs, but also want to make sure our cabin stays clean for future guests. We will send you a $100 non-refundable pet fee if you agree to the above rules.
• We will email you a Rental Release Agreement after booking. This agreement must be signed within 48 hours of booking. This correspondence will occur through our Channel Manager Hostfully..

•Weather: No refunds for weather/natural disasters/power outages/other things that are outside our control. Please purchase travel insurance for coverage.

• A Security Deposit, of $300, must be paid before check-in and is refunded within 7 days of check-out, provided there are no damages to the property. Security deposit & rental agreement will be sent after the booking is confirmed.

• We can host a maximum of 30 guests (including all adults, children & infants)- for safety (fire & insurance) reasons, we cannot hold any additional guests.

• We look forward to hosting all our upcoming guests. Our cleaning team is going above and beyond to provide top-notch services, giving special attention to high-touch areas, using commercial-grade anti-microbial agents, and having bed sheets and bath towels professionally laundered between each guest's stay. However, no guarantee will be made that our properties are "completely sterile" or "COVID-free", just as no other business can reasonably make that claim. Guests are advised to travel and stay with us at their discretion.

• We do not offer rescheduled stays or refunds on cancellations outside of Airbnb's extenuating circumstances policy. We strongly encourage you to purchase travel insurance at the time of booking if you are concerned about the possibility of canceling your trip last minute. Travel insurance is inexpensive and a great way to protect your funds in the event of an unforeseeable cancellation. We understand that last-minute cancellations for guests who choose to not purchase travel insurance can be a burden, however, we are required to uphold our owners' cancellation policies to protect their only sources of income and keep their properties in the business. Please book responsibly and we appreciate your understanding.

• Please note that we’re using a residential refrigerator, which can take several hours to cool, especially if it’s fully stocked.

• Any noise complaints or law enforcement calls to the home will result in immediate termination of your stay without a refund. A NoiseAware noise monitoring device is used to monitor external decibel (DB) levels as outlined per City/County Ordinance.

Interaction with Guests:
We urge all guests to communicate via their booking platform as our entire team monitors these 24/7 and it will be the quickest way to get in touch..

Property manager

J. Boyd and Kelsea Vaughan
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Charge may apply
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non Smoking, Maximum of 8 guests, No Events.

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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

About the area

Kyle

Located in Kyle, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Quail Creek Golf Club and Three Dudes Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore San Marcos River and Blanco Shoals Natural Area. Travelling with kids? Consider Kyle Railroad Depot and Heritage Center and Meadows Center for Water and the Environment. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.
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Kyle, TX

What's nearby

  • Ascension Seton Hays - 10 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Texas State University - 15 min drive - 13.0 km
  • San Marcos River - 15 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Bobcat Stadium - 15 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Rio Vista Park - 16 min drive - 15.5 km

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 16 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is PetFriendly | Fire Pit | River Access | Sleeps 16+ pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at PetFriendly | Fire Pit | River Access | Sleeps 16+?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PetFriendly | Fire Pit | River Access | Sleeps 16+?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is PetFriendly | Fire Pit | River Access | Sleeps 16+ located?

This family-friendly Kyle holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Kyle Public Library, Kyle Railroad Depot and Heritage Center and Gregg-Clarke Park. Mary Kyle Hartson Park and Kyle City Hall are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne C.

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

Family Gathering

Our family gathered for a wedding. We rented all 4 cabins and the house. All were beautifully decorated and the house was much larger than I expected and a great gathering place for all of us. Pictures don’t always depict what the property really looks like but not on this case. My family stayed in the Craddock house and it was absolutely spectacular. We had an A/C issue the first evening there. I messaged the owner and he had his handyman there within 15 minutes to fix the issue. He cleared the plugged drain line and we were back up and running within 15 minutes of his arrival. Great customer service! Everyone in the family is already trying to figure out when we can do it again. The kids enjoyed going down to the river and yes there was still some water in the river. Definitely would recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by J. Boyd and Kelsea Vaughan

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Howdy! We are James and Kelsea Vaughan. Together with our parents, Phyllis and Clayton, we own Blanco River Lodges, a 5-home short-term rental property on the Blanco River. We love the outdoors and can't wait to share our home away from home with you..

Why they chose this property

We are close to all the action. With 6 wedding venues in a 2-mile radius, Circut of the Americas, and San Marcos Outlets we have so many adventures to offer your family and friends. No matter what brings you to town we can offer a quiet and relaxing getaway.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests