Blanco Rapids Ranch in Wimberley

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New Outdoor Kitchen installed in 2018 on porch of main house and guest suite.

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

6 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 20713 sq m

Popular amenities

Gym

Pet-friendly

Hot tub

Washer

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Fischer, TX

Canyon Lake7 min drive
Canyon Lake Marina9 min drive
Whitewater Amphitheatre15 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 1/Guest Suite

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 1/Master

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Longhorn Suite

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

River Runs Through It Suite

1 King Bed

Safari Suite

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

San Miguel Suite

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Longhorn

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Main House Powder Room

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Master

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

River Runs Through It

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Safari

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

San Miguel

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Incredible ranch on Blanco River with Main Home, Guest Home and 4 Suites. Property is located on 136 acres with fabulous Blanco River frontage. This is an exceptionally spacious and private location perfect for reunions or retreats. The entire property is available or separate units are available. The Main House has very large living room with dining table with seating for 12. This living room also has new regulation shuffleboard table. The dining room has additional seating for 12 at two tables for six. The guest house shares the porch of the Main House overlooking the rapids on the Blanco River with newly installed outdoor kitchen. There is a great fire pit on the main patio. The four suites are approximately 150 feet across a large lawn area. The are two units with two suites each. The suites are each decorated beautifully and uniquely but all have the same floor plan including double sink in bathroom, rock shower and kitchenette with Keurig coffee, microwave, small cooktop, small convention oven and sink. There are nice outdoor patios overlooking the river for all spaces. The fishing is great in the deep part of the river upstream from the rapids. We request that you catch and release please. There is helicopter pad available. Newly installed pickleball court in 2021.

Property manager

Charlene Myers

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 32

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Longhorn, Safari and guest suites have 2 twin bed.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

One of the suites is designated pet friendly.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Outdoor smoking allowed

We own to the middle of the river and request that you respect the neighbors and stay on our side.There is plenty of river for all to enjoy.

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 credit cards

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Fischer

Located in Fischer, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Blue Hole Regional Park and Guadalupe River. Travelling with kids? Consider Central Texas Bonsai Exhibit at Jade Gardens and The Island. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Fischer, TX

What's nearby

Canyon Lake - 7 min drive
Canyon Lake Marina - 9 min drive
Whitewater Amphitheatre - 15 min drive
Overlook Park - 15 min drive
Comal Park - 33 min drive

Getting around

San Marcos Station - 31 min drive

Restaurants

‪Robert's By The Lake - ‬8 min drive
‪Italian Garden Cafe - ‬7 min drive
‪Granny D's - ‬13 min drive
‪River Rose Tavern - ‬17 min drive
‪Dam Red Barn - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Blanco Rapids Ranch in Wimberley pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Blanco Rapids Ranch in Wimberley?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blanco Rapids Ranch in Wimberley?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Blanco Rapids Ranch in Wimberley located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Canyon Lake, Canyon Park, and Canyon Lake Marina. Central Texas Bonsai Exhibit at Jade Gardens and Guadalupe River are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Virginia S.

18 July 2023

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

Fabulous vacation for large family!

We take our 4 kids, their spouses and our 11 grandchildren (ages 2 months to 12 years) on a family vacation every summer for a week. It is always a challenge to find a place that will accomodate our growing family. The house, cabins, waterfront and large property were beautiful. The grandkids had lots of space to play outside, and we all enjoyed our nightly, competitive pickleball tournaments. Wimberley and Canyon Lake also provide lots of fun activities. The adults and kids thought it was the "best vacation ever."

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

todd h.

27 June 2023

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

Great River property

Exactly what we needed. Easy access to a private portion of the Blanco river

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Agnes S.

17 June 2023

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

Family vacation

Something for all the grandchildren-ages 6-18, and adult children. Not always easy to find a place that accommodates all. Oversized hot tub, served as a mini pool for the young ones. Then swimming and fishing for all. Very amply supplied! Loved it❤️!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dru C.

19 Oct 2022

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

Rancho

Loved this property!! It is clean and beautiful!!!! Owners are amazing and the comfort was perfect!!!! I highly recommend this beautiful ranch!!!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna R., Angleton, U.S.

16 Sept 2022

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

This property is absolutely beautiful. There was something to to for all ages in our group.

The river was so much fun. We also played pickle ball, suffle board, shopped in Wimberly and barbecued on the massive patio and in the wonderful outdoor kitchen. The sunsets and sunrises were absolutely gorgeous. I would most definitely recommend a family vacation here. The beds in all suites are very comfortable, also. The owners are very nice and accommodating and their dog Lucy is super sweet. Best vacation ever!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

31 July 2022

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

Annual Family Vacation

Each year we rent a large venue for our annual family vacation. Blanco Rapids Ranch did not disappoint. This year we had two extra families, for a total of six, including 12 adults and 5 children. There was plenty of elbow room both inside and outside - large kitchen, two living areas and multiple dining areas. Everyone had a private bedroom, with the master in the main house, a separate guest house, and the four bedrooms in the (themed) casitas. The kitchen and bathrooms were well stocked, including dishes, spices and shampoo. The stars of the home are the enjoyable back patios, and of course, the Blanco river. Lots of time was spent in the river, and while there are numerous places to sit under the shade in the water, we also brought a shade canopy and set it up in the water. There are shallow areas for wading, rocky areas with small rapids for climbing around, and a deeper area for swimming. Bring your river shoes. Even though it was blue-blazes hot this summer we hung out on the patio that overlooked the river, watching the birds at sunrise and the bats at sunset. We visited the goat herd in the adjoining pasture, faithfully guarded by a Great Pyrenees. This was a nice remote-style getaway and the family vote is that we would come back.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

13 July 2022

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

Perfect river spot

We loved this house, the suites, the swings for the kids, the pickle ball(which we had never played but the game gave us many laughs) but the best overall was the gorgeous spot on the river!! Loved, loved, loved this property!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debi M.

18 June 2022

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

A Very Special Place on the Blanco

Our family of 11 spent a week at Blanco Rapids Ranch, more beautiful than expected. The accommodations capture the hacienda feel of the Texas hill country. Access to the river is just steps away from the fabulous patio, such a great space to relax and enjoy the wild life. The pickle ball court was huge hit for our family. The kitchen has everything a cook could possibly need. We have stayed many places along the Blanco, this is a very unique opportunity to enjoy such a large stretch of river front.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bruce B.

4 Jan 2022

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

Relaxing at Blanco Rapids Ranch

We loved out stay at Blanco Rapids Ranch. We rented it over the Christmas holidays because it was in a central location for our friends and family to get there easily. We didn't feel like cooking the night we arrived, so made a quick trip to Milagro's for Mexcian food. It's nice feeling like you are in a remote location with lots of space, but food, restaurants and town are nearby. There was also a trip to the local distillery and brewery. My favorite thing about the property was sitting on the patio or balcony and listening to the rapids. Most of our meals were outside on the patio. It was beautiful. The property had every amenity that we could have asked for. I have a few cooks in the family and there were plenty of cutting boards, knives, cookware and serving pieces for everyone to create their signature dishes with ease. I typically pack extra shampooo/conditioner, ziploc bags, garbage bags, paper towels, etc with rentals. None of that was necessary at Blanco Rapids Ranch. All was provided in more than sufficient quantities. There was plenty of room and privacy for my kids/spouses, extended family and friends to enjoy their stay without feeling crowded. The casitas were great. The owner was wonderful and even took my adult kids on a hike with them. They loved it! I'm a photographer and enjoyed taking pics around the property and by the water. We definitely want to come back again.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tony R.

3 Jan 2022

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

Amazing Place

Truly enjoyed the stay and the property!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tim C., LEAGUE CITY (Houston suburb)

8 Aug 2021

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

Amazing Property

Family of 14 (1y to 87ys) enjoyed our stay. Fishing for some, spending all day on the river and the new pickle ball court is professional. The large patio is incredible for cooking on the grill and conversation overlooking the Blanco. Enjoyed this property for 2 years now.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

28 July 2021

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

This lovely home exceeded my expectations!

This beautiful home and property is well stocked and well cared for. The property is beautiful and just steps away to cool off in the Blanco River! We were able to watch our older children from the outdoor patio that is attached to the main home! The owners and caretakers went above and beyond to make our stay a wonderful experience! We will be returning to this lovely home!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Doug L.

9 July 2021

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

Beautiful Ranch!

Great family vacation area. Spending time down at the river, pickleball, swings and the outdoor kitchen/grill were favorites. Our older folks enjoyed sitting out on the patios off the main bedroom and the one by the grill and bar area. The beds in the suites are really high, pretty, but with several older folks they couldn't get in/out of those beds and the sofa sleeper in the main bedroom was very uncomfortable. Other than that, we had a great stay! Thank you for your hospitality!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

michael s.

14 May 2021

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

just plain WONDERFUL

this is a five star ranch ! the online description doesn't do this property justice. we were 4 families-8 adults and 5 children and we never lacked for activities to do. the owner was available thru the whole process but everything was so well maintained that little help was needed. (steve had to reset the router once and that was about it) we have stayed at a number of high-end properties thru vrbo in the past and the blanco river ranch is by far the best.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diana T.

28 Oct 2020

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

Resort-like Property on the Blanco

We thoroughly enjoyed our second stay at Blanco Rapids Ranch. The house is luxurious and well-stocked, with many nice touches. The property is amazing -- we fished up and down the river, ran on the trails, swung on the swings, played pickleball and frisbee golf, and enjoyed the beautiful views. We can't wait to go back.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

jeston d.

10 Sept 2020

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

Perfect Stay.

Blanco Rapids Ranch was perfect for our large group! Plenty of space in each of the rooms, with flexible setups worked great for our 3 families. And the main house with new patio was the perfect hangout spot for meals, games and being lazy. Terrific views everywhere, coupled with wildlife and quiet sounds of the river. Just amazing! And Charlene is fantastic; super easy to work with. They had everything we needed there. We spent time in the river swimming, fishing, even floating one day from one end of the property to the other. The grounds are large and great for frisbee, volleyball, etc. They have a new outdoor kitchen that was fantastic for grilling. The ranch is also a short drive to floating the Guadalupe, Comal and San Marcos rivers, in addition to other hill country beauty. The suites, main house and all the grounds are very well kept and super clean. Highly recommend for families, friends, reunions, etc. Will go again!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tim C., LEAGUE CITY (Houston suburb)

28 July 2020

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

Family Gathering

Children, spouses and grandchildren all gathered at the river to enjoy a summer getaway at one spectacular property. Everyone had incredible accommodations including the casitas, guest and main house. Plenty of fun for the kids with outdoor games on the property and the river was steps away Thanks Charlene and Randy

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

2 May 2020

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

Much needed!!

This is our second time staying at this property and it blows me away every time! Perfect for our group of 4 family’s and the separate cabins are a unique bonus! This place has it all!! Thanks Charlene and Randy!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2020

10/10 Excellent

Diana T.

20 Mar 2020

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

Amazing property

We had three families at Blanco Rapids Ranch and had an incredible stay over Spring Break. The house and casitas are very well maintained and excellent for entertaining. The views of and access to the river are great and we enjoyed swimming, kayaking and fishing. Our dogs loved running around the gated in yard and playing in the river. We took peaceful walks along the river and enjoyed our trip thoroughly. The owners are very nice and easy to work with. We’d love to come back again.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan E.

23 June 2019

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

Family retreat

Our family of 13 - three generations- spent four magical days at this beautiful and serene property. Everyone, from the oldest to the youngest, found something to love here - and all voted to return next summer! Best VRBO ever! ♥️💕♥️💕

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

17 June 2019

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

Great home and location for a family getaway

We were celebrating our 50th anniversary with our children and grandchildren. The home and the suites were the perfect setting. The main house had a very large den with plenty of space for our whole group. It is a beautiful home, the beds in all of the bedrooms were very comfortable and it was nice to have amenities provided such as shampoo, conditioner, lotions In the bathrooms and a large kitchen. The suites had kitchenettes with Keurig coffee makers etc. The river and the area are very relaxing and the outside patio and bar were great for evening get togethers. We all plan to visit again.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

amelie s.

10 Jan 2019

Perfect spot for our family

Our family of 14 (ages 5-90) had a wonderful time at the ranch. Each room was carefully stocked with plenty of sheets, bedding etc. the main house is a gracious space with plenty of areas to eat, watch tv and relax. We especially enjoyed s’mores around the fire pit and searching for arrowheads along the riverbank.

10/10 Excellent

Aaron T. J., Albuquerque, New Mexico

29 July 2018

The estate is unbelievable! First class all the way!

The owners are just wonderful people. They make you feel welcome from the word go. The home and all the amenities are just first class. The scenery and things to do are wonderful as it is right on the river. Our family had a wonderful time!

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cheri S., Austin, Texas

4 May 2018

Great Property on the Blanco River!

Our group of 11 "mature" ladies was totally in awe of the setting of this property! Relaxing to the sounds of the gentle rapids of the river while sitting on the expansive patio, watching the birds and squirrels (we even saw a painted bunting!) and dining all together at the same table were just a few of the highlights for our weekend. The beds and the bed set up (kings and trundles) are very comfortable and work wonderfully for both groups and families. The property manager responded immediately to our minor issues and they were quickly remedied. The grounds and setting are park-like, serene and very well-manicured. The privacy is unequaled and yet you're still only minutes to downtown Wimberley. The kitchen is well equipped and spacious - worked great for our meal prep when we had 4 people working in the kitchen at once. Having the casita suites with their own private baths removed from the main house allowed those who wanted to retire early, a quiet retreat from those who wanted to stay up late. Cannot think of one negative thing except our time at Blanco Rapids Ranch went by much too quickly!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Joe R.

21 Mar 2018

Great weekend retreat!!

We went to the ranch for a spring break weekend with 3 other families and all of our kids. We all had a blast. The kids loved running around the massive yard as well as swimming and fishing in the river. The parents loved the perfect backyard bar/grill area for when the kids went to bed. The game room/tv room is an added bonus for both kids and adults. We will definitely be back.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

About the host

Hosted by Charlene Myers

My husband and I have been in Wimberley for 40+ years. We have managed our rental properties all of these years. We have enjoyed time on the Blanco River with our family and friends all of these years. We moved to this fabulous property after the 2015 flood and have worked to restore the riparian of the Blanco River. We are proud of our efforts and results and hope to leave the river in much better health than we we arrived in 2016.

Why they chose this property

Blanco Rapids Ranch is in the Devils Backbone area between Wimberley and Canyon Lake. It is centrally located for trips to Wimberley, San Marcos, Austin, San Antonio, New Braunfels and Canyon Lake. The privacy of this river property is exceptional. The seperate suites make it the perfect place for a gathering of family and/or friends where you can gather together and also have your private lodging.

What makes this property unique

This ranch is on the Devil's Backbone which has amazing views! The location of the ranch between Wimberley, Canyon Lake, San Marcos, New Braunfels and Blanco make it so accessible to so many wonderful activiites. However most often when folks get to the ranch they want to stay and simply enjoy the incredible property.