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Secluded, Nature Trails, Dark Sky. Near Garner & Lost Maples State Parks.

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Refreshing private pool & hot tub
Bluebird Hill with upstairs Star Suite
Refreshing private pool & hot tub
Front door & yard
Front door entrance

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 25

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Utopia, TX
  • Place, Garner State Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Frio River
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Frio Valley Ranch Golf Club
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 25)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed and 1 Single Bed

Living Room 2

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Futon

Living Room 3

1 Queen Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Secluded, Nature Trails, Dark Sky. Near Garner & Lost Maples State Parks.

Rate is for 4 people, then $10 each additional person per night.
Sleeps 4 to 20 people, maximum is 25 people.
Up to 2 dogs allowed at $10 each, per night.

Fabulous secluded home on 250 acres with nature, hike, bike trails to explore. Private pool, hot tub, ping pong, Wi-Fi internet & TV, outdoor hammock & swings in the trees.
Nestled between Hills away from city lights makes this your perfect Dark Sky area for Star Gazing & Nature Experiences.
Nature Center & Tours available on ranch.
Located between Garner State Park & Utopia Texas, close to Lost Maples State Natural Area. Scenic drives & cycling thru our Hill Country roads. Local eateries and music.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
1 year or under free. Don't count them as guests.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
$10 per day guest per day they are on property
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
$10 ea. per night per dog, Kenneled when inside
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Bring extra Toilet Paper and Trash Bags. Towels and Linens provided (for beds/sofa beds) Wash dishes before departing No fireworks, BB or other Guns
Be Good Neighbors Don't Disturb Wildlife - Keep Music Noise level down. Quite time is 11pm to 8am
Keep Dogs leashed on Trails. No Golf Carts, 4 wheelers or Vehicles on Nature Trails. Hot tub timer for gas heater comes on from 7pm to 11pm.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3214236vb
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
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: $10 per day guest per day they are on property
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Uvalde

Located in Uvalde, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Garner State Park and Frio River. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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Map
Utopia, TX

What's nearby

  • Garner State Park - 10 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Frio River - 11 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Frio Valley Ranch Golf Club - 19 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Concan Golf Course and Country Club - 19 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Bushong Mountain Park - 26 min drive - 27.5 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪House Pasture Cattle Company - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪GARNER GRILL - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Frio Valley Ranch Cantina - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Yellow Rose Eatery - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Frio Tubing Company - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Secluded, Nature Trails, Dark Sky. Near Garner & Lost Maples State Parks. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Secluded stay with private pool, spa pool?

As of 7 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Secluded stay with private pool, spa pool on 13 Nov 2026 start from AU$880, 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.

Is Secluded, Nature Trails, Dark Sky. Near Garner & Lost Maples State Parks. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Secluded, Nature Trails, Dark Sky. Near Garner & Lost Maples State Parks.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Secluded, Nature Trails, Dark Sky. Near Garner & Lost Maples State Parks.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded, Nature Trails, Dark Sky. Near Garner & Lost Maples State Parks.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded, Nature Trails, Dark Sky. Near Garner & Lost Maples State Parks. located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Garner State Park, Frio River and Concan Golf Course and Country Club. Frio Valley Ranch Golf Club is 7 mi (11.2 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was my third trip to this property. As usual we enjoyed it very much. Probably was clean and properly stocked. Excellent swimming pool.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2026
Glad you enjoy your stay once again! We enjoy sharing our part of paradise with others that appreciate it too! LeAnn
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olga K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely amazing property and host. One of the best places we've ever stayed!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Dec 2025
So happy you enjoyed your Christmas Holiday staying with us at Bluebird Hill & Star Suite. It is a wonderful place to enjoy family time, a dark sky and nature! Every season is a new adventure here. Hope you can escape to Indian Blanket Ranch again soon! LeAnn
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron M.

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

Frio pool house

Place was near everything and family had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2025
Thanks for 5 Stars! So glad your family enjoyed your stay at Bluebird Hill/Star Suite on Indian Blanket Ranch. We enjoy sharing our piece of heaven with others! LeAnn
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aimee H.

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

Great place

We all enjoyed this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2023
Glad to hear you enjoyed your stay at Bluebird Hill/Star Suite on Indian Blanket Ranch! We like sharing it with others! Fall is a wonderful time for hiking & seeing Fall Foliage on scenic drives! Hope you can return again soon! LeAnn
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brandie m.

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

Graduation vacation

We had a very relaxing stay. Would definitely recommend and will come back in the future! Beautiful property and excellent host .
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2025
Wonderful to hear you enjoyed your stay at Bluebird Hill & Star Suite! Thank you for the special Bluebird Plaque you left for me to hang in the house ; ) We love sharing our little paradise escape with others! LeAnn
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jimmy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very spacious,clean, everything you needed for several days was on site. The pool is beautiful, the canopy kept us all day at the pool. Plenty of tables and seating while we bar b Que.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2025
Wonderful to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Bluebird Hill & Star Suite! We love sharing our paradise with others that appreciate the relaxing atmosphere!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen was well equipped with everything needed. Pool was great. Overall amazing experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct 2025
Great to hear you enjoyed our Bluebird Hill & Star Suite! You were so quiet, couldn't even tell you were there. Thanks for respecting nature & enjoying the quietness out here! Come back again, Fall & Holidays are a wonderful time for hiking too! LeAnn
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruno M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was comfortable and perfect for a relaxing weekend. The family enjoyed the pool and ping pong table. Plenty of room for everyone to enjoy. We also enjoyed the family history displayed inside the home.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2025
So glad to hear how much you enjoyed your stay! And that you appreciated the old family photos, my grandparents purchased this land in 1916. And we are sharing it with others, in hopes we can keep it in the family for people to enjoy for years to come! LeAnn
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean A.

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

Lovely property

Great spot to stay for families. Wonderful proximity to both Garner and Lost Maples. The property is extremely scenic. Will likely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan 2025
We enjoy sharing our piece of paradise near utopia with others! Glad to hear you enjoyed our property! Every season holds special experiences! LeAnn
Verified

10/10 Excellent

becky s.

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

Perfect Location

This was a perfect location for our stay. Everything was exactly as described!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2023
Great to hear you enjoyed your stay at Bluebird Hill! This is also a wonderful place to visit in the fall/winter for fall foliage & hiking! LeAnn
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gutierrez C.

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

Great Summer Break

We truly had a great stay. Spacious and had all the amenities needed. We had a great time and hope to go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2023
We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay! We enjoy sharing our nature & piece of heaven with others! Fall is a wonderful time to come hiking & exploring the ranch! We are getting a nice soaking rain today, all the wildlife will benefit! Happy Trails! LeAnn
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

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

Family Vacation

Great place with plenty to experience. Close to the Frio and Nueces River for tube floating. The pool, hottub and interesting artifacts are really neat. Our large family love it and will definitely book again!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 June 2023
Jennifer, we are so pleased you enjoyed our Bluebird Hill/Star Suite & Indian Blanket Ranch. We want to provide a relaxing and adventurous experience for our guests! Fall is also a wonderful time of year for fall foliage & hikes! We look forward to your next visit! LeAnn
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfectly located close to Garner State Park. Easily accommodated our family of 13. We loved the history of the home. The night sky view was incredible! Lots of room to spread out for our family. Kitchen well equipped. Beds comfortable. We hope to visit this property again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2025
Wonderful to hear how much guests have enjoyed their stay at Bluebird Hill with Star Suite. We love sharing our property with others! This is a great place to escape to any time of year! LeAnn
Verified

8/10 Good

Alyssa A.

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

Our Stay at the Blue Bird house

We had an amazing stay! We were there celebrating my Bachelorette party! I used to go to Garner with my family every summer as a kid and this place brought back so many memories, and we got to make so many new ones! My only note, they do not provide any shampoo, conditioner, towels, hand soap and only two trash bags, but other than that we had a 10/10 time and would stay again!!
Outside of the house
Main bedroom
Outside of the house
Living room
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2025
So glad you enjoyed your stay at Bluebird Hill & Star Suite. And thank you for respecting our property & leaving it in great condition even though you were celebrating. Our list of what to bring explained what was supplied & what was not, sorry if you did not understand this. Summer is a busy time with guests sometimes arriving the same day that guests depart. With a large home like this it is difficult to supply towels & toiletries for 11 to 20 people. Also, we have to conserve water during this long drought, it's all we can do to wash all the bed linens. Thanks for your understanding.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda G.

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

Our favorite place so far!

We’ve been vacationing at the Frio for years now, and this was our favorite place to stay by far! We love that it’s off the beaten path, and honestly, we only left to go to the river once the entire stay. The hiking trail was fun and perfect for taking the kids on. The entire place was just so beautiful and relaxing! We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2023
Amanda, I'm so glad to hear you loved it here at Bluebird Hill/Star Suite on Indian Blanket Ranch as much my family & I do! We enjoy sharing our paradise with others, so they can have an escape from their stress & relax in the Texas Hill Country! Fall is also a wonderful season to see fall foliage, hike & enjoy the nature trails! Enjoy the rest of your summer, LeAnn
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carey S.

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

Excellent

The house has everything you need, beds are comfortable. The pool was clean and perfect. Will be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2024
We love sharing our property & ranch trails with others! So glad you enjoyed your stay & look forward to returning! Fall is also a wonderful time to come hiking & to see the Fall Foliage at Lost Maples State Natural Area! Happy Trails, LeAnn
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia A.

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

Vacation 2023

Our stay at Bluebird Hill was fantastic. We enjoyed our stay and all of the nature around us. So many beautiful birds all around the house. The pool was amazing as well. We definitely will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2023
Wonderful to hear how much you enjoyed your stay at Bluebird Hill & Star Suite! My family loves sharing the nature & tranquility of our piece of hill country heaven with others!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal H.

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

Peaceful Getaway

The house was awesome, plenty of room for 12 adults. Would be a nice getaway for a family gathering. Nice yard. I seen quite a few hummingbirds (my favorite). The house was easy to find, paved roads and not too far from town. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2023
Crystal, I am so pleased that you were able to come relax at our Families Ranch! And that you enjoyed the property and our nature as much as we do! Any season of the year is a great time to be here, the Fall is nice too! Thank you for choosing to stay at Bluebird Hill/Star Suite on Indian Blanket Ranch! Happy Birding, LeAnn
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn B.

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

Graduation

Loved all the outside seating and the sunroom with ping pong table.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gwen R.

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

Totally relaxing vacation

Our family arrived from 4 different Texas cities. Check in was trouble free. Two fridges allowed space for everyone's favorite foods and beverages. There we so many spots to set up activities for two or seven! The pool was so relaxing. Hummingbird watching with morning coffee was great. Easy access to Garner State Park and river. We hated to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2025
So great to know you enjoyed relaxing at Bluebird Hill/Star Suite & wished you could stay longer! We enjoy helping folks find their Happy Place! LeAnn
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacie M.

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

Awesome place for family

Loved the house and property! Soooo much room !! The house is really big and has everything you need. LeAnne is a sweetheart and a pleasure to talk to. We also loved the location. So close to Garner 😍😍 This will definitely be our first choice next time we go to the Frio !!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2023
Great to know how much our guests are enjoying Bluebird Hill/Star Suite on Indian Blanket Ranch. We are continuing our parents legacy since 1985, of using our land to provide guests a comfortable retreat from city life! Where guests can relax, enjoy nature, and reconnect with family! Happy Trails, LeAnn
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina W.

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

Home Away From Home

This house is by far the best with all the special homey touches and very clean. Well supplied kitchen too. Mostly, the owners response time to any questions or requests was at the top of the list of accommodations. Our teens loved the pool and ping pong table after the river trips. We enjoyed the spa at night under the starlit sky. Stop scrolling and book Bluebird!! You won’t be disappointed!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2025
Wonderful to hear how much you enjoyed your stay at Bluebird Hill & Star Suite! We enjoy sharing our family property with others that appreciate it as much as we do! Fall is also a nice time to visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judge G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time staying at this charming, secluded property near Garner State Park. The pool area and hot tub were perfect for relaxing with the family. The house itself is full of character, with unique artifacts and historical archives that give it a really special feel.We did have a brief issue with the running water, but Leann was incredibly responsive—she personally delivered water within 30 minutes and had the issue fully resolved in about an hour. Her kindness and quick action really made a difference and allowed us to enjoy the rest of our stay worry-free.We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ricky B.

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

Great Thanksgiving getaway

We, our kids and grandkids had the best time ever hiking through the trails, enjoying the colorful foliage and nature, spotting tracks and being startled by a buck while taking some sunset pictures. The home was great for our huge family and very interesting collections of all sort. We didn’t use the pool, but a few weathered it and enjoyed the hot tub one evening. We are definitely looking forward to coming back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov 2023
Bluebird Hill & Star Suite on Indian Blanket Ranch is a wonderful holiday experience with family & friends! So glad you enjoyed your Thanksgiving stay with us! LeAnn
Verified

10/10 Excellent

judy l.

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

Fun

House was wonderful. Pool too. No problem at all air conditioning was wonderful
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay at Bluebird Hill/Star Suite! Thanks for your review! Come again in the Fall for great hikes & cooler temps!! LeAnn

About the host

Hosted by LeAnn Garrison

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LeAnn Garrison owns promotes and leads Hill Country Adventure Tours since 1999. She was the Vice President of the Texas Bluebird Society from 2003 thru 2010.
LeAnn teaches Bluebird & Other Small Cavity Nesting Bird Programs for Schools, Nature Centers, Civic Clubs, Master Naturalist and Audubon meetings.
She leads Bluebird Trail tours and is a nature interpreter.
LeAnn created and runs Hill Country Adventures Nature Center & Tours and manages her family’s Indian Blanket Ranch. She has been in the lodging business renting out private vacation homes and cabins along the Frio River and Utopia area since 1987, and in the Nature Tourism business since 1999.

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