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

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Relax by the pool surrounded by natural rock formations and a soothing waterfall.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a central island, sink, and ample counter space.
Stroll through the serene garden, surrounded by lush plants and a majestic tree, to the charming house with a distinctive blue door and a cozy porch.
Surrounded by lush greenery and mature trees, this serene setting features a naturalistic water feature perfect for relaxation.
Couples can exchange vows under a picturesque tree canopy with a serene atmosphere.

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 25

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Utopia, TX
  • Garner State Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Frio River
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Concan Golf Course and Country Club
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

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.
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be close to Garner State Park. Enjoy features like an outdoor pool, 1 hot tub and laundry facilities. The holiday home offers free WiFi and a private pool.
  • Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen and washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a car charging station
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 4.7 miles (7.5 km) from Garner State Park and 6.6 miles (10.7 km) from Frio River
Secluded, Nature Trails, Dark Sky. Near Garner & Lost Maples State Parks. offers its guests an outdoor pool and Access to hot tub. Barbecue grills, an arcade/games room, and a garden are also featured at the family-friendly Secluded, Nature Trails, Dark Sky. Near Garner & Lost Maples State Parks..

Property manager

LeAnn Garrison

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • In-room accessibility
  • Single level property
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 24

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: $10 ea. per night Kenneled when inside

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: 1 year or under free. Don't count them as guests.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Best Kept Secret!

Our family of 5 adults and 9 kids spent 3 wonderful days and nights at Bluebird Hill and Indian Blanket Ranch. The house is sprawling and incredibly comfortable with a unique floor plan. We especially enjoyed the well stocked kitchen, game room, and ping pong table. There was plenty of room for everyone. The yard and views were absolutely beautiful with blooming flowers (in July!). There are outdoor tables and chairs at every turn, a hammock, a great deck, and the sound of the creek below was heavenly. We spent a lot of time in the incredible pool and hot tub; it’s the perfect place to stargaze!We also enjoyed the ranch trails every morning and evening—for easy strolls or more strenuous climbing. This place is comfortable, inviting, quiet, secluded, and absolutely unforgettable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Gina W.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

brandie m.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

8/10 Good

Alyssa A.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Judge G.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolina C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean A.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Carey S.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness

A beautiful retreat

The house was a hidden treasure. Nestled among the hills giving us great privacy yet so close to Garner State Park, Utopia, and Leaky. We stayed mostly on the property since there was so much to do. Really enjoyed looking at the family collections, artwork, and photos throughout the house. Our grandkids spent a lot of time in the pool or at the ping pong table. Mornings on the deck watching the sunrise and recording bird songs was so inspiring. The kids are already looking forward to returning next summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oscar L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family time in the Hill Country

We had a great time at Bluebird Hill. Leann was pleasant to work with and was responsive to our inquiries. The house was comfy and the a/c worked great. The pool was great and we enjoyed hikes in the country on the 200+ acre ranch. There were 15 of us and we had a blast. The deck and bbq grill are in very good shape. The trees on the property are gorgeous. Lots of wildlife to see. Located just a few miles from the entrance to Garner State Park. This is a beautiful part of Texas and we will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Graduation

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

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable spacious

We stayed in house and studio apartment above. Lots of room and lots of outdoor spaces to spread out. House is comfortable and laid back. Lots of birds, and best of all dark sky’s. Make sure you read what to bring carefully. It’s reasonable though and stores nearby .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricky B.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Drew B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Here for the twisted sisters?

I’ll start off first by praising the property owners on setting up a well established property. Every step of renting here was served on a silver platter. I organize a car club and regularly come out to drive the hill country roads and this place checks every box! Lots of space, covered parking, simple instructions, short distance to our favorite roads, and a property with everything you could want. I loved my stay here and look forward to many more years of partnering up for my events. You won’t regret staying here I promise!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

becky s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Location

This was a perfect location for our stay. Everything was exactly as described!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aimee H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

We all enjoyed this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gutierrez C.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Patricia A., Portland, TX

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Virginia B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

There were 20 of us, ages 13 months to 72 years. More than enough places to sleep. All of the kitchen appliances & utensils you could want. Everyone loved the pool. Even the children enjoyed being outside watching the hummingbirds at the fountain and in the flowers. Everyone had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda G.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

judy l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun

House was wonderful. Pool too. No problem at all air conditioning was wonderful
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness

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