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Dark Skies & Private Frio River Access. Dogs Welcome! Book Now for Fall Foliage!

Riverfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81008 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Dark Skies & Private Frio River Access. Dogs Welcome! Book Now for Fall Foliage!

Riverfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony
Laundry facilities and barbecues are available at this smoke-free holiday home. The holiday home has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a sofa bed. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation is furnished with sofa beds and dining tables. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Christy Almond

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking outside the cabin.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,008 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: There is a $100 non-refundable pet fee per stay.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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, a first aid kit 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

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Leakey, TX

What's nearby

  • Frio River - 33 min drive - 20.3 km
  • Garner State Park - 47 min drive - 40.3 km
  • Lone Star Motorcycle Museum - 58 min drive - 59.7 km

Frequently asked questions

Is Dark Skies & Private Frio River Access. Dogs Welcome! Book Now for Fall Foliage! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dark Skies & Private Frio River Access. Dogs Welcome! Book Now for Fall Foliage!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dark Skies & Private Frio River Access. Dogs Welcome! Book Now for Fall Foliage!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Dark Skies & Private Frio River Access. Dogs Welcome! Book Now for Fall Foliage! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 32 miles (52 km) of Garner State Park, Frio River and Nueces River. Lost Maples State Natural Area and Frio Valley Ranch Golf Club are also within 32 miles (52 km).

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Dark Skies & Private Frio River Access. Dogs Welcome! Book Now for Fall Foliage! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 122 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 122 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 122 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 122 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 122 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10

This cabin was a great location for our stay. Very centralized and nice view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10

Everything was great! Quiet peaceful place with private access to the river to relax for a few days and close to other activities we wanted to try. Just what we were looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Great location, amazing views, and perfect river access for little ones. The house had everything we needed for us to enjoy our stay. The private river access was clean and clear, our kids had a blast and it was perfect for us adults to sit and relax. Looking forward to returning next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Second time staying here and we just can’t get enough. My daughters request for her birthday and we all enjoyed it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

We enjoyed our time during our recent stay. Quiet, peaceful and beautiful surroundings. Impressed by how well stocked the rental was which was very convenient. It was nice to have the items available that I forgot to purchase on our way to the rental. Very much appreciated!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

We had a great time on our stay! Property was amazing and our girls enjoyed s’mores every night from the fire pit!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

This was such a special place! Quiet and isolated. The views were beautiful, and the sunrise amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10

River access is just down the driveway which made it easy and enjoyable. House had all the things to make it home for our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10

Nice cabin in excellent shape. The deck has an amazing view and you have private access to the river. A grill and coals are provided. I would return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

6/10

The location is absolutely beautiful stunning and relaxing. The house was fully stocked for preparing meals. The drive is peaceful and beautiful to town. Only con is since it’s a pet friendly place there was tons of dog hair on surfaces, pillows, beds, towels, I swept several times and was still pulling dog hair off me and out of my mouth. The host was very responsive and communicated very well
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Great communication with Property Manager. Great views. There is a little walk to the swimming hole/river access, but still very close!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10

My family of 5 stayed here for a week and absolutely loved it. The house was perfect for us. We had access to the river which we used multiple times a day. The surroundings were quiet and allowed for us to unplug and do things together. Great area to walk or hike.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10

We had a great time at this property. The view is amazing and the location is very peaceful. Very close to the Frio river access and we had the river all to ourselves. The property was also very well equipped in the kitchen and the charcoal grill and fire pit were great. WiFi was great too.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020

10/10

The place was nicely located in Leakey area with a great view of the river valley. Only complaint was sink light in kitchen was burned out and made it a bit dark on the countertop.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10

Our family went for New Years and it was perfect. We enjoyed being away from the city and loved the quiet. We enjoyed walking to the river, skipping rocks, sitting on the porch and building a fire. I don't think I appreciated the remoteness of the house, it was a pleasant surprise.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10

Property, as described and the view is amazing! I wish I'd packed hiking shoes to explore the property more! Love the proximity to GSP but not the crowds you'll find in Concan. The moon was nearly full but I can imagine the sky is dreamy on a dark sky night! House is clean and roomy. Kitchen is well equipped. I would suggest a smart tv for guests to be able to cast to. Other than that, no concerns. We'll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

This property was fabulous, clean, spacious and very accommodating. There were beautiful views. The owner had excellent communication skills. She responded almost immediately, if you had a question. We absolutely loved that we could bring our two dogs with us. There was a perfect little lagoon to take them to. We set up our shade tent and just let them lay in the water next to us, when they didn’t want to play frisbee or ball. We also thought it was fabulous there were dog toys present. Our younger dog found a toy to play with. We also thought it only appropriate to add another toy to the collection.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

We absolutely loved our stay. Christy was very responsive and helpful! We drove down to the river multiple times and stayed there all day. It was a perfect spot for the kids to play. There were a couple of holes about waist deep, but the rest of the water was perfect depth for sitting in lawn chairs and relaxing. The patio at the house was my favorite place to be at night. The stars were amazing! Definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

House was very clean and extremely well supplied. We had a 96 year old with us and she loved it all. The view was very nice from the large deck. We roasted marsh mellows each night and enjoyed the various wildlife. This was much further up river than we normally stay. Being in the thick of the hills was very pleasing. The river is mostly shallow this far up which would be great for small children. Look forward to returning!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10

Beautiful view off the patio, the river access was a little farther away then initial impression on the description. Host communicated well throughout visit. Very dog friendly but small area for dogs to safely wander in the yard, the patio gets very hot (burns) in the sun. Fully furnished and kitchen well stocked with pots and pans, ect. A/C struggled a bit in the heat of the day but was immediately addressed by host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

Cozy cabin with panoramic views. Very private and quiet location. Spent many hours on the porch relaxing in comfortable chairs with ottomons. We are a couple from Houston trying to detox from the big city. We watched the sunrise and sunset every day. If you are a birdwatcher, this place is for you. Humimngbirds came everyday and at 7:22 p.m. like clock work, these crazy birds came and flew in circles in front of us and went to bed in their mud nests. What a show! This cabin is extremely clean! Kudos to the maid service. You couldn't tell that dogs are allowed in the cabin at all.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

Property was exactly as advertised. We spent a lot of time just sitting out on the great deck watching the morning begin, the deer graze below and gazing at the stars at night. The property is comfortable. There are ceiling fans in every room, plenty of seating and the kitchen is well stocked. The days were unseasonably warm but the was no issue with the A/C keeping the rooms cool and comfortable. The location is good for hiking in Garner SP, Lost Maples and is not bad for South Llano River or Hill Country Natural Area. We also followed instructions to the river access from the cabin to soak our feet and enjoy the beauty! Our group was all adults including my parents who are in their late 80’s. The is one small step onto the deck and they had no trouble with access and mobility.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

8/10

Not a bad property, but the listing gave the impression you could at least see the Frio River from the new deck. You can not. Very quiet neighborhood with nice views of hills. Would be better if tree and bushes off front deck was trimmed to allow for a fuller view of the hill across the river. Cozy and comfortable with no insects. Master bath and kitchen has water damaged ceiling in need of painting. Perhaps I am more critical than others, but I also have a house I rent fifty weeks a year in the Smokey Mountains of North Carolina. The work and expense needed to bring this property up to the next level is minimal. If they rent it for the price we paid, I should think they would invest the time and money.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

2/10

This host will GHOST.We arrived Dec 24 and were greeted w a bad odor. Texted Christy and she said she didn’t know what could cause that and said to open the doors and windows—we opened the windows, but they don’t have any screens on any windows so in about 30 minutes we had huge horseflies, knats and moths inside. Don’t open the windows.Took a shower that night in primary bedroom—water pressure was nonexistent. Had to move to other shower that was being used by my girlfriend. Her shower was extremely hard to adjust the hot/cold water and almost scalded both of us. The hot water handle is stripped and the handle just spins around. I’m surprised w all the good reviews, no one has complained about this and that no children have gotten hurt by the extremely hot water that will come out if you move the cold water handle just a millimeter. I texted Christy again and told her that if she couldn’t get the pressure fixed we might consider going to a friends and would like a full refund—she said that would be ok if we left and would give refund. We then discussed the hassle of packing everything up and decided to stay. I then asked Christy if she could refund 1 night out of the 4 nights we were staying there---never heard back after 2 texts.Also, this listing claims to be “on” the Frio. On the Frio means to me, that you can see or hear the water. Not the case, it’s a long walk down a hill and cross the road and then to the public entry they have. I wouldn’t want to lug a lot of
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

The rental was absolutely amazing! On arrival, it was super clean, fully furnished, and the air was set at a comfortable 75 degrees with great air-flow from the high-speed ceiling fans throughout the cabin. The eastern-facing deck and patio allowed for a glorious view of the rising moon beyond the peaks of the Texas Hill Country. Enjoyed the serenading songs of the whippoorwill’s on a full moon night. Coffee on the patio allows for the entertainment of the playful mating dances of hummingbirds and swallows. And speaking of coffee, a fully furnished K-cup drawer will keep you upbeat during your stay, (we recommend the Texas Pecan). For the working vacationer or day-trader, the high-speed dedicated DSL far surpassed our own home rural hill country internet. Anything you might need, other than clothing and food, is pretty much provided at this rental — from a charcoal bbq and all needed grilling equipment and utensils, to extra towels for cooling off down by the river. We couldn’t think of a single item that we needed that we didn’t have access to. All in all, our stay was amazing and we plan to book this cabin again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022