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9.0

Wonderful

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Breakfast available

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Air conditioning

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Boerne, TX

River Road Park10 min drive
Boerne City Lake Park14 min drive
Tapatio Springs Golf Club26 min drive
San Antonio, TX (SAT-San Antonio Intl.)39 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Very beautiful, very peaceful, and overall a great experience very genuine host very polite and respectful and always tr...

Mathieux

Jul 4, 2023

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Butterflies Cabin @ HomeAway Ranch

$75 cleaning fee/ $50 pet fee per pet/ horse prices may differ/ $20 per guest after first 2 (fees are not included in base rent)

Only 10 minutes from main street Boerne & close to San Antonio, Fredericksburg and Wine Country, yet feels like you're a million miles away in this wonderful wooded ranch where great views of beautiful nature from your private deck or screened-in porch + great amenities like BBQ pits, smokers & grills, pick-nick areas, fire pits, horseback riding (additional discounted fee) & the best darn cooking you ever had, cooked fresh by 2 resident Chefs (meals and horseback riding optional add-ons) converge to create your own custom-crafted vacation.

Sleeps up to six with free babies & toddlers; We have discounts for military, teachers/professors & law enforcement; please contact us for more info.

Bedroom has "smart" HD TV and "smart" HD DVD player as well as big closet, the living room makes into a cozy queen-sized bedroom at night (just let us know what time you want your turn down - we come and make it for you :-) and twin beds for the kids to camp out in the little loft.
Full kitchen with complete cooking utensils including pots & pans, full sized stove and oven, big microwave, large refrigerator, coffee maker, toaster, free coffee and all the basics for dinning: dishes, cups and mugs, glasses, wine glasses, silverware, etc. if it's not there, just ask for whatever you need to cook and we will get it for you - or don't feel like cooking? We can make you and your loved ones a lovely continental breakfast with fresh baked French pastries every morning,
Location? Great hub for your San Antonio, New Braunfels, Fredericksburg, Comfort, Fiesta Texas, Sea World, the Rivers and any other Hill Country vacation fun: 5 minutes away from Main Street Boerne (& I-10) where there are tons of fun things to do, 10 min. to FM 46 (road to to Bandera & New Braunfels), 20 minutes to San Antonio's Fiesta Texas & all the restaurants, movie theaters & shopping at The RIM (I-10 and 1604) with many entertainment, shopping and fine dining options, 30 min. from Fredericksburg... To sum it up, even though we are 'in the woods', we're in a very convenient location for whatever you may feel like doing.

Go to for full property info and pics. For our reviews and ranch pics you can check our main listing here (vrbo/homeaway) #678194...

On a 30 Acre Horse Ranch (list#678193); Fully Equipped, 10 Minutes to Main Street

Property manager

Vicky and Micky

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Gym

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 98 total

$50 pet fee per pet horses may differ

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

Optional extras

Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Boerne

This cabin is located in Boerne. Dienger Building and Kuhlmann-King Historical House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Guadalupe River and Cibolo Nature Center.

Boerne, TX

What's nearby

River Road Park - 10 min drive
Nelson City Dance Hall - 12 min drive
Boerne City Lake Park - 14 min drive
Tapatio Springs Golf Club - 26 min drive
Six Flags Fiesta Texas - 30 min drive

Getting around

San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

‪Barrelman Brewing - ‬11 min drive
‪Mary's Tacos - ‬9 min drive
‪PoPo Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
‪Cibolo Creek Brewing Co. - ‬8 min drive
‪The Dodging Duck Brewhaus & Restaurant - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Butterflies Cabin @ HomeAway Ranch pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 98 total). There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What time is check-in at Butterflies Cabin @ HomeAway Ranch?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Butterflies Cabin @ HomeAway Ranch?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Butterflies Cabin @ HomeAway Ranch located?

Set in Boerne, this family-friendly cabin is within 6 mi (10 km) of Northside Community Park, Herff Park and Northside Neighborhood Park. River Road Park and Roeder Memorial Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.0

Wonderful

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Mathieux

4 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Very beautiful, very peaceful, and overall a great experience very genuine host very polite and respectful and always trying to help. They care about there guest.

8/10 Good

Jim L.

19 Feb 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hosts that Truly Care

Although things with our booking didn't go as planned, we can't say enough good things about our hosts. They went above and beyond to make things right for us. If you're looking for a quiet getaway that gets you up close with nature you may want to book here.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M., Houston, Texas

11 Jan 2023

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

Getaway from the Big City

We wanted a few days away from Houston and this was the right answer. It was so relaxing. It was wonderful to get up, drink coffee on porch, and watch the goats wander by. Boerne is only 8 minutes away and it is a darling little town. Also Luckenbach is 30 minutes down the road if you want to hang with Waylon, Willie, and the boys. The ranch is great and the hosts are very gracious and helpful. We got to feed the horses in the morning and there is a little playground on site. Highly recommend staying at Home Away From Home Ranch.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

April T.

24 Oct 2022

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

Cozy Cabin

Really cute, cozy cabin surrounded by 40 acres with goats, donkeys, and more. We loved our stay and the hospitality of the host was greatly appreciated.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

5 Sept 2022

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

Very nice. We wish to arrive earlier Vicki was very gracious when we met. Before we left we drove a

Was easy enough reservations. Can't get Vrbo to load on my phone but it is the phone. Had to use e mail to communicate

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

22 Feb 2022

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

Heaven for parents & kids

We booked the cutest little tiny & perfect “Butterfly” cabin with a loft that brought squeals of excitement from our two sets of twins (ages 6 & 8). We did all the activities on the ranch during our long weekend & left with fresh eggs that we plan to hatch!!! The amount of surprises & animals was completely unexpected. It’s truly a special place that takes amazing care of their animals & it shows. Right before we left we were able to see something completely amazing: 1 hour old twin Nigerian Dwarf goats still getting birth goop licked up by momma goat! This place is truly a great experience for kids! The first night we did the night adventure hike & walked through splendid & quiet darkness, we were amazed at the tranquility & abundance of stars filling the sky. We found deer poop & learned about venomous spiders, & cacti while finding a live vulture looking down at us! We met super friendly donkeys & horses that didn’t want to leave us, they were so super friendly! Our kiddos were allowed to chase a couple of Emus (yeah, that’s not a sentence I ever expected to ever write in my life!), those things are so magestic it was amazing to see them running with such easy while our kiddos were so chaotic running behind them lol All this happened in the dark, really cool & such a unique experience! The mornings were exciting because of the fresh eggs & lively chickens. There is a wonderful array of feathered friends that roam free with the goats through the day, greeting us randomly. We loved how all the animals were given so much free range & were so happy & super friendly! All these rescues truly found the best sanctuary, they are so well cared for! The exotic bird adventure was so much fun, we got to interact with all the birds as they talked & walked all over us, all so very exciting! Our labradoodle was able to run off-leash safely behind a huge fenced open space while our kiddos explored the grounds, finding bugs, bones & delighting their imaginations while mommy & daddy relaxed on our lawn chairs so happy for the down time! We left with amazing memories & would recommend this ranch to anyone, especially to those with kids! Vicky & Micky were super accommodating to our constantly changing plans & worked on rearranging our schedules depending on kids’ needs. We kept constant communications via text & made sure we had everything we needed & had the most magical experience throughout our 3 night stay, especially with our random goat visits!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

4 Dec 2021

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

Always a pleasure!

I have visited A Home Away From Home Ranch several times and it never disappoints! Whether I'm looking for a quiet getaway for myself, or to vacation with my family, it is our go to spot. This trip out was just an overnight with my four kids as we were visiting family in San Antonio and wanted to stay somewhere familiar and comfy. We've stayed in several of their cabins but this time we chose Butterflies. It was just what we needed - plenty of space for everyone to sleep comfortably, a cozy kitchen where we were able to enjoy a home cooked dinner and a hot breakfast, a screened in porch for late night card playing, and beautiful views all around. I did run into one issue when trying to book the cabin: I was trying to make a last minute reservation around 3pm on the day I wanted to check-in but VRBO did not offer this option. I messaged the owners with my request; they replied promptly and within the hour they had called VRBO to resolve the issue and I was able to complete the booking. And even with such short notice, we arrived to a tidy, well stocked cabin, complete with fresh linens and the thermostat set to a comfortable temp. Vicky and Micky are always a pleasure to visit. They are attentive, engaging, gracious hosts, and we will be returning to visit their ranch every chance we get. :)

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

2/10 Terrible

Teresa N.

29 Nov 2021

Liked: Location

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Disappointed!!!

The stove was broken so we had to cook our food in a rusted grill that was provided. We had to put all dirty towels in a Walmart plastic bags because we were only given one trash bag. The screened in porch the screens were broken and my husband had to fix the lock to the patio. This is not what I expected . I at least expected a stove that worked so we could of cooked our thanksgiving dinner and it wouldn’t of tasted like charcoal. All around stay was very disappointing. Definitely not worth the money I just lost .

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Zey B.

29 Nov 2021

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

A Great Family Farm Vacation

Wonderful cabin on top of a small hill surrounded by lots of land to wander around on a private property that is fenced and very safe. During the daytime, lots of farm animals such as goats, chickens, roosters, a pig, donkeys, horses, and dogs wander around looking for food or someone to play with. Mickey offers 4 optional activities: Horseback riding, Friendly Farm Animal Adventure, Exotic Birds Adventure, and a Night Hike. We did all 4 activities and enjoyed them all. Stock up on all your groceries at the local HEB-Plus in Boerne and you will be set for an extended stay here. My kids and I are looking forward to going back again to see what's new there. New animals I'm sure as the animal sanctuary is a 501-3c non-profit. The animals who get to live here are very lucky indeed.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Josie E.

4 July 2021

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

Great Cabin

The cabin had everything we needed. The kids had a lot of fun with all the animals (goats, chickens, horses, donkeys). The owner was very responsive to questions…and the horseback ride was worth it 😊

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Gaye Chance L.

29 June 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Birthday Trip

We decided to stay here to be able to visit with our family. We love the area there so I rented the “Wildflower” cabin. The day we were to arrive, they messaged and said they “upgraded” us free of charge to a “newer, nicer” cabin (The Lonestar)for my birthday…which I thought was nice. However, it didn’t seem like a newer, nicer cabin. The couches were so worn they had attempted to cover them with covers which fell down every time you sat down. One window had no blinds at all (we found an old throw in a cabinet and tried to cover it with that). The blinds were not in good shape in general. There were no washcloths nor paper towels. We had to buy our own. The internet and tv did not work the whole time we were there except for 1 hour when we first arrived. The orginal cabin we rented had other people staying in it before we even left which was odd. From the looks online The Wildflower was larger at least and had a screened porch. On a positive note, The owners did stay in contact with us. I didn’t want to leave a negative review……… however I feel like they could improve some things there.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

24 July 2019

The site was a great location . The cabin was excellent. Enjoyed the. Animals. And country setting

It was a great experience

Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Vicki F.

7 July 2019

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

Enjoyed our stay

We enjoyed our stay in the cabin. The owners are very kind and friendly. Easy to check in and very accessible if we needed anything. The Donkeys and goats are entertaining. The locals good for exploring Boerne, Comfort, Guadalupe State Park and Fredericksburg. The AC worked great. This cabin is in the shade all day long so it is very comfortable sitting on the screened porch. The porch is a huge plus.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Connie V.

25 Oct 2017

Property is serene and conveniently located. It was a great place.

Enjoyed our stay and down time. Vicky and Micky are great hosts. We'll be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

MIGUEL S.

30 Jan 2017

Vacaciones perfectas

Ademas de rentar esta cabana también rente la Hansel and Gretel misma que tambien estaa en VRBO. Para mi reservacion, tuve la fortuna de hablar con Vicky y me dio un precio especial en donde me incluyoo inclusive la montada a caballo, fue una experiencia unica y estaremos regresando muy pronto para el cumpleanos de mi esposo.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Chau L.

26 Jan 2017

The perfect gateaway

My family and I spent the weekend at this cozy cabin it was a great experience my children fed the goats and we took pictures of the baby goats, we roasted marshmallows and made s'mores in the fire pit, next day we rode Zeus and Montasha and took pictures also. The staff was always there to take care of our extra needs. We will be back soon!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Patrick R.

19 Oct 2016

Wonderful cozy cabin

My girlfriend and I had a fantastic stay at this cozy cabin, Vicky and Micky prepared for us some roses, wine and a love card beautifully displayed on our room, I will always remember Betty's face when she saw the display when she stepped in the room; next day we rode Zeus and Montasha throughout the beautiful 30 acre ranch. Thanks so much to Home Away from Home Ranch, we will be back soon.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Dianne D., Austin, TX

14 Apr 2016

Charming cabin for two

The cabin was clean and charmingly decorated in a butterfly theme, and the owners were very nice. My son enjoyed cooking in the kitchen. We enjoyed watching Netflix on the living room TV, but we could not locate a TV in the bedroom, nor could we locate a DVD player anywhere in the cabin. The sofa bed was broken, and the steps to the loft were very steep. The cabin was comfortable for two people, but I cannot imagine 8 people there. All in all, we enjoyed our trip, and I recommend visiting the historic bowling alley in Boerne, and the two local caves – Cascade Caverns and Cave Without a Name.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

25 Jan 2016

Do not miss the opportunity of a private dinner.

We came here for my daughter's birthday. The private dinner they made for us was unbelievable. It was one of the best dinners we have ever had. It was completely awesome how they catered to us. The cabin we stayed at was accommodating for three people. It is not a fancy cabin but perfect for where we were at. The sleeping area upstairs is mainly for small to average people. We hope to come back and go horseback riding.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

John K.

14 Oct 2015

Wonderful!!!

Wonderful food, very charming accommodations, truly superior hospitality. They even made a birthday cake for my daughter, which made her feel so special! Thanks for a great experience during our weekend getaway!!!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

D W.

4 Sept 2015

Excellent Experience

Our family of 6 plus a dog stayed here for 3 weeks while waiting to move into our new house. We absolutely loved the rustic environment. Our kids were outside everyday feeding the goats and horses and playing around instead of camped out in front of the TV. The best part of the whole experience was Micky and Vicki, these are 2 amazing people. We had a couple of minor problems in the first day and they bent over backwards to make sure we were taken care of and happy. It was great getting to know them and we now consider them friends. When friends and family come to town that won't fit in our house, this will be our first recommendation for them. Thank you so much Micky and Vicki, we need to schedule that dinner at our house soon.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Nadia P., SAVANNAH

15 June 2015

Tiny cabin, beautiful setting

The host family was friendly and accommodating. While the grounds were effected by the recent floods, it was still picturesque. The cabin was smaller than expected and the additional charge for additional guests made the cost inappropriate for the accommodations provided. Allowing guests for only one night was a huge benefit. Fredericksburg was fun but I cannot imagine spending more than one night in the area. We did not eat on the grounds or participate in the activities but I am interested in returning for that purpose.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amanda A., Austin TX

11 June 2015

We will return!

My husband and I have been VRBOers for many years. This property wasn't just an anniversary getaway for us - "Micky and Vicky" made it a celebration! This cabin is one of several on a large, beautiful property. Whether you prefer a social B&B experience or a private getaway, adventure or peace, a weekend retreat or an extended stay, a large family gathering or a romantic event - this property has it all. Miguel and Victoria love to spoil their guests. I felt like an absolute queen. Brunch was unbelievable. The food was fantastic, and the stories entertaining. Miguel and Victoria are kind, fascinating people. We left inspired (but never hungry!). Thank you, M & V!

About the host

Hosted by Vicky and Micky

We are a happily married retired couple with a Special Forces and business professional background. Now making our dream come true.
With over 15 years of preparation developing our gorgeous ranch, creating an environment to care over wild-life and rescuing beautiful, and at times endangered, defenseless animals all over the country. We have experiences set up for our guests to learn and enjoy.
We have horseback riding, guided trail rides, friendly farm animal safari or exotic animal adventures, night hikes and delicious cooking options for any special occasion.

In short, we want to help generate happy times for all our guests. Come celebrate special occasions, anniversaries, birthdays, weddings or precious family vacations.

We live on the property (35 acres) and are available 24/7 to personally cater to you and ensure everything on our property is the place. We do have staff that's very dedicated and ready to assist. Whatever you need - just give Micky and Vicky a call :-)

Why they chose this property

Location convenient to whatever you want to do, yet so private and this manicured 30 acre horse ranch, with baby goats, ponies, puppies, etc., is quite a lovely vacation destination all on its own - Once you get here, you may not want to leave :-))

What makes this property unique

You found “The Great Escape”: The ideal place to just run away & forget about the world, relax and enjoy your stay in any of our 9 unique Guest Cabins on a Gorgeous 35-acre Certified National Wildlife Preserve, Exotic Animal Rescue & Horse Ranch.

Whether it's a fun-filled vacation for all ages, a lovely place needed to chill out surrounded by beautiful, majestic woods in the heart of the Hill Country or watch all the animals throughout the property… We literally have it all. You won’t want to leave!
Our ranch is a great place for your special occasions such as; reunions, weddings, anniversaries, or that special someone's birthday…

We are equipped to pamper you or extend the invite up to 50 guests! We provide super comfortable spaces, the option to have our resident Cordon Bleu Chef cook up anything you want, and we are able to help you plan everything to make this a real 1-stop destination! Just talk to us and tell us what you would like and we will make it happen.