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Secluded wildlife ranch • Walk to river • Kayak, fish, hike, stargaze

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A wooden deck with a railing, string lights, and trees in the background.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a black refrigerator.
A laundry area with a washing machine and dryer, a drying rack, and a shelf with a bag.
Queen bedroom
A wooden sofa with a colorful blanket, a framed picture on the wall, and a lamp on a side table.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area
At the waterfront, this cabin accommodates 4 guests with 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. It includes 1 bicycle and 1 hot tub. Enjoy outdoor activities like game walks, hiking, and motorboating. The patio offers a great space to relax after a day of adventure. Nearby attractions include the Colorado River and San Saba River Nature Park.

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Colorado River
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Playground on site
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Lometa, TX
  • Place, Colorado River
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Wedding Oak Winery
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Colorado Bend State Park
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Common Spaces

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Secluded wildlife ranch • Walk to river • Kayak, fish, hike, stargaze

A short walk down quiet ranch roads takes you to half a mile of private Colorado River shoreline—where guests can kayak, paddle boat, fish, swim, picnic, explore the gravel bars, or simply sit beside the water.

Back at the cabin, relax in the private hot tub after dark for an evening with the stars, watch the sunset from the 32-foot covered porch, or spot exotic and native wildlife grazing just beyond your fenced yard.

Andi`s Cabin sits on our private 140-acre wildlife ranch, where there`s plenty to do without ever leaving the property. Walk the ranch roads and trails, birdwatch, photograph wildlife, stargaze under exceptionally dark Hill Country skies, or spend an afternoon on the river.
Two complimentary single-person kayaks and a paddle boat are available for guest use by arrangement; age and safety requirements apply.

Colorado Bend State Park is an easy drive away—but increasingly, our guests tell us the ranch itself becomes as much a part of their trip as the park.

Inside, the air-conditioned two-bedroom cabin is thoughtfully stocked for a comfortable stay, with a full kitchen, washer and dryer, Wi-Fi, and the little extras that make it easier to pack light.

Come for the Hill Country. Stay for the river, wildlife, quiet—and time to enjoy all three.
Total number of guests: 4
Minimum age of primary renter: 22
House policy is no smoking. However, we provide a small outdoor area with ashtray stand for smokers. To prevent dangerous grass fires, please do not smoke elsewhere on the property. $250 cleaning fee for smoking indoors.
Events: Require preapproval of host. Events = individuals not included in booking party.
Maximum 4 additional guests.
Children 0-18 allowed.
TERMS OF GUEST RELEASE AND WAIVER must be accepted prior to arrival.
Hunters: Guided hunts only; must reserve entire ranch.. Contact host if interested.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Towels: in plastic hamper in laundry room
Trash: leave aluminum and glass inside cabin. Place burnable trash in outdoor can.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Total number of guests: 4 Minimum age of primary renter: 22 House policy is no smoking.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2090720vb
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 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Lometa

Located in Lometa, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. San Saba River Golf Course and Wedding Oak Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Colorado River and San Saba River Nature Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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Lometa, TX

What's nearby

  • Colorado River - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • San Saba River Nature Park - 20 min drive - 22.4 km
  • Wedding Oak Winery - 20 min drive - 23.2 km
  • Colorado Bend State Park - 41 min drive - 52.7 km
  • Llano County Jail - 59 min drive - 84.1 km

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded wildlife ranch • Walk to river • Kayak, fish, hike, stargaze pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Secluded wildlife ranch • Walk to river • Kayak, fish, hike, stargaze?

As of 29 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Secluded wildlife ranch • Walk to river • Kayak, fish, hike, stargaze on 28 Jan 2027 start from AU$833, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Secluded wildlife ranch • Walk to river • Kayak, fish, hike, stargaze?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Secluded wildlife ranch • Walk to river • Kayak, fish, hike, stargaze?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded wildlife ranch • Walk to river • Kayak, fish, hike, stargaze?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded wildlife ranch • Walk to river • Kayak, fish, hike, stargaze located?

This family-friendly Lometa cabin is located on the waterfront, 3 mi (4.9 km) from Colorado River, and within 12 mi (20 km) of San Saba River Nature Park and San Saba River Golf Course. Rylander Memorial Library and Wedding Oak Winery are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 110 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Karen and John are the best. What an amazing place to come get away, couldn’t recommend more.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Extremely helpful getting us checked in and gave us as much space as needed the rest of the weekend. Ranch and wildlife were beautiful and enjoyed some fishing. Great weekend if you want some quiet!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay what an awesome place. Great people enjoyed visiting with John. He mowed a path for us to walk the property down to the river. Lots of interesting wildlife and great scenery. And you’re not far from the state park. We will be doing it again. Kyle and Gloria
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2026
We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay and had the opportunity to explore the ranch. The river path is one of my favorite spots as well—peaceful, scenic, and wonderful for birdwatching and enjoying nature. You were truly gracious and understanding guests, and it was a pleasure hosting you both. We’d love to welcome you back again someday.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
John and Karen were fantastic hosts! They thought of everything and went above and beyond to personalize our trip for us.
Beautiful views of the animals, nice walk out to the river.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Had a wonderful time enjoyed the property and widlife
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2024
It was great having you--thanks for sharing your super fish photos. Again, late happy birthday--and we'd love to have you back any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved absolutely everything about this place and the hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beyond expectations. The best I have stayed in.Owners were extremely nice and helpful. Everything needed was provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
John and Karen are the best!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property with the most gracious hosts! The attention to detail and the little extras that Karen and John give definitely put the experience over the top! The cabin is beautiful and well stocked and the animals are so fun to watch. We hope to be back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The most amazing stay we’ve ever had! Karen and John are the best hosts… bar none!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great little getaway

Great little cabin for a couple. Enjoyed our stay. Helpful hosts and very hospitable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May 2024
Thank you for being exceptional guests—you made the best of a rainy weekend by taking advantage of area attractions. We’d love to have you visit again when you can explore the ranch and enjoy the hot rub under a canopy of stars.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Sloans are such kind and welcoming folks. It felt like home and we will be going back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2025
We loved having you! Birthday celebrations are extra special and we’re delighted you spent yours on the ranch. It was especially fun to watch the two of you round the corner in your kayaks a half mile up the river and head back to our launch. I’m also glad clear skies let you enjoy the hot tub bathed in stars. Hope to see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Andi’s cabin

It was all good. The cabin, the owners, the wildlife were all great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2025
Thanks again for choosing Andi's Cabin. It was great hearing how much you enjoyed watching and feeding our exotics. I agree--watching the three oryx calves romp with complete abandon is a sight to behold. Your comment that you wished you could stay longer is something we love to hear--hope to see you back! Thanks for being such wonderful guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hidden Gem!

We loved this cabin, it’s amenities, it’s location, the river access, and the host! We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Mar 2025
We thoroughly enjoyed your stay at the ranch and are delighted to know the feeling is mutual. We'll look forward to your next visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was amazing! The hosts are so delightful and opening, we felt so at home! We will be back often! The property and exotics just made the trip even better! They also have thought of everything that you could ever need down to a flat iron, I had left mine at home!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!

This was a beautiful cabin and property!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2024
We were delighted that you chose Red Bluff Guest ranch and Andi's Cabin as headquarters for a special celebration. Glad you could explore our beautiful river overflowing its banks due to our wonderful spring rains.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Retreat

We cannot say enough wonderful things about the cabin & the hosts. If you want a quiet, out if the way place to refresh, this is a fantastic choice!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! We're thrilled you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Rental

This place was 10 times better than we expected. The hosts were so accommodating and went above and beyond to ensure we had a great stay. I can't wait to come back and book this place again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept 2023
Delighted to know you enjoyed your stay. We can't wait to have you come back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful get away! We arrived with a warm welcome to the property, we loved all of the animals and more. The fire place outside and the hot tub was an amazing nice relaxing addition to our stay! We will be back with the whole family to rent both properties!!Also they added a hook for our 3 month old to have her swing since that’s all she loves! We are extremely thankful for the outgoing little things that was provided to make our stay a little more peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful and Secluded

The property well over succeeded my expectations and the pictures do not do the cabin or property justice. So happy with our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept 2023
Thank you, Melissa. I’m so happy to know the cabin exceeded your expectations. Our goal is to give our guests all they expect and a little bit more. I hope you’re taking lots of happy memories home with you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a nice relaxing stay. In the middle of a gorgeous ranch with amazing wildlife to view. Great hot tub and outdoor fireplace to make your outside time fun. Hosts were very helpful and kind.Close enough to town that you can make a quick trip in and have numerous restaurants to chose from. Also made a trip to fiesta winery near buy for some amazing wine. 100% would recommend to anyone look for a nice cabin stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2025
So glad you found both the ranch and our area of the hill country a great place to get away. We hope you’ll come back again and make some more memories. Thanks for being great guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Hospitality

Excellent service. The host are the nicest folks. Cleanest place we have ever stayed and they supply everything you could possibly need and more. The property is gorgeous as well as the wildlife. Great place to stay if you are visiting the state park or just a weekend away.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept 2023
Thank you for taking time to share the highlights of your stay. We couldn’t have asked for nicer or more flexible guests. We hope to see you again sometime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great get away !

We had the best time at Andi’s Cabin ! The property is gorgeous, quiet and clean . The cabin has everything you need for a relaxing trip. The hot tub was amazing for watching the stars at night. It was fun watching all the exotics that roam the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Feb 2024
Thanks for taking time to review your stay. We are always grateful to hear that the ranch and cabin met or exceeded our guests' expectations.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Celebrating in Creation

Beautiful and comfortable cabin, thoughtfully outfitted and decorated. We enjoyed exploring the property and the wildlife there. Hosts went above and beyond southern hospitality to make us feel welcomed and cherished. Can't wait to come again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2024
Thank you for your kind words about our hospitality. We're delighted you enjoyed the cabin and the property, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent

It was peaceful and relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept 2023
Thank you for taking time to share your experience. We loved having you here and hope you'll consider another trip to Andi's Cabin sometime.

About the host

Hosted by Sloan Carpe Diem Ranch, LLC

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We’re John and Karen, and we’ve saved the best adventure for last.

We met in college, married at 21, and have just rounded the corner on 50 years together. Along the way we raised two daughters, gained a wonderful son-in-law, and are now lucky grandparents (and great-grandparents!)—a role we embrace joyfully.

Our professional lives have taken many paths in five different states: decades of university teaching, running an extended-stay wellness business in Park City, research leadership for a regional hospital, and six months of off-grid living and teaching in San Juan National Forest.
In 2014, we bought Sloan Carpe Diem Ranch with a simple plan: retire, ride horses, and immerse ourselves in the natural beauty of the Texas Hill Country. The ranch had other ideas. What began as a personal retreat grew—thoughtfully and organically—into a place we now love sharing with guests who value nature, outdoor adventure, and comfort in equal measure.

Andi’s Cabin holds special meaning for us. It’s a tribute to our daughter, whose life experiences were the catalyst for our move from East Texas to the Hill Country. The cabin reflects some of that journey—simple, grounded, and intentionally designed to be a place of calm, restoration, and connection to the natural world.

Today, we live onsite and host hands-on. We’re here to help if you need us and happy to fade into the background if you don’t. Our goal is simple: to offer a stay that feels personal, unrushed, and quietly special—one you’ll still be thinking about long after you’ve gone home.

Why they chose this property

We chose this ranch because its western boundary is the Colorado River—a rare and beautiful find in the Texas Hill Country. Once we settled in, we realized just how lucky we were: we’re only a mile from the nearest highway, yet it feels worlds away. At the same time, the charming town of San Saba is just a short drive down the road.

We later discovered something extraordinary—the eastern edge of the ranch sits along a major route of the Central Flyway, one of North America’s key bird migration corridors. Combined with the river, this location brings an ever-changing parade of birdlife to our doorstep—from tiny hummingbirds to majestic bald eagles.

What makes this property unique

True seclusion is rare, and this ranch has it—nearly a mile from the nearest highway and almost half a mile from the closest neighbor. Surrounded by rolling Hill Country terrain, the land stretches west to the Colorado River, creating a setting that feels expansive, quiet, and deeply connected to nature.

What truly sets the property apart is the closeness of wildlife. This is a working conservation ranch where animals move freely across the land. Native wildlife—white-tailed deer, foxes, raccoons, armadillos, and abundant birdlife—are part of everyday life here. In addition, several exotic species, including axis deer, blackbuck antelope, fallow deer, scimitar oryx, Urial sheep, and Pere David's deer, often graze within yards of the lodging. Guests regularly experience wildlife at distances close enough to take detailed photos.

Across the river, the historic Red Bluffs rise nearly 100 feet above the water, forming a dramatic, timeless backdrop that gives this stretch of river a distinctly wild character.

We live onsite and care for the land ourselves, which allows us to offer discreet hospitality—available whenever you need us and comfortably out of the way when you don’t. Our greatest pleasure is sharing this quiet, natural place with guests who value privacy, nature, and a stay that feels genuinely personal.

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