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Secluded 140-acre ranch.Walk to river. Fish boat swim. Feed exotics. Visit Bend.

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Exterior
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81300 sq ft

Popular amenities

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  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
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  • WasherWasherWasher

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Lometa, TX
  • Popular LocationColorado River11 min walk
  • Popular LocationColorado Bend State Park44 min drive
  • Popular LocationGorman Falls53 min drive
  • AirportKilleen, TX (GRK-Killeen-Fort Hood Regional)61 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Lometa

On river.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Colorado River and 12 miles (20 km) of San Saba River Golf Course. Rylander Memorial Library and Wedding Oak Winery are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Colorado River - 11 min walk
  • San Saba River Nature Park - 17 min drive
  • Fiesta Winery - 27 min drive
  • Colorado Bend State Park - 44 min drive
  • Gorman Falls - 53 min drive

Getting around

  • Killeen, TX (GRK-Killeen-Fort Hood Regional) - 62 min drive

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 140-acre ranch.Walk to river. Fish boat swim. Feed exotics. Visit Bend.

Looking for a GREAT HUB for hill country adventures
or
A beautiful ranch GETAWAY to hike, fish, boat, cycle, birdwatch, take walking safaris, feed exotic animals, or just hang out? Redbird Landing has you covered.

INSIDE:
🌼 Comfy beds for 8 in 4 separate rooms
🌼 King size bed in master bedroom
🌼 Two full bathrooms
🌼 Natural fiber sheets & hotel quality
pillows
🌼 Extra linens
🌼 William Roam toiletries
🌼 Roku smart TV with fast wifi (140+mpbs)
🌼 Turnkey kitchen with dishwasher
🌼 Laundry room with washer/dryer
🌼 Game room w/games for all ages
🌼 Essential oil infusers
🌼 Incidentals you may hold have forgotten

Once you're settled, step outside and embrace adventure at our Colorado Riverside retreat, about a quarter-mile walk.
WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER:
→1/2 mile of private river access a few minutes’
walk from your lodging
→ Acres of hill country beauty
→ Fishing, boating, rock hunting in the shadow of
our historic red bluff
→ Exotic wildlife grazing outside your window
→ Ranch and riverside trails for walking and gravel
biking
→ Spectacular birdwatching along the eastern
edge of Edward's Plateau
→ Outdoor games
→ Swing-away charcoal grill, Blackstone griddle
with propane, large picnic table, fire pit & wood

A GREAT HILL COUNTRY HUB. Within easy driving distance of
😄 San Saba, Lampasas, Llano, Fredericksburg,
Burnet, Marble Falls, Kingsland
😄 half a dozen wineries
😄 Colorado Bend State Park, Inks State Park,
Enchanted Rock, Longhorn Caverns
😄 Regency Bridge
😄 Historical markers in every direction
😄 the oldest distillery in Texas (Garrison Bros.)
In season, you're close to rodeos, wildflower trails, festivals (the hill country loves them!), barbecue cookoffs, and concerts.

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOUR COMFORT
Expect nothing less than personalized hospitality at Red Bluff Guest Ranch--for details, check our reviews. From insider tips to thoughtful surprises like freshly baked cookies or a bottle of local wine, every moment is tailored to exceed your expectations.

Experience a unique vacation at Red Bluff Guest Ranch. Take pictures of the famous Red Bluff from our property. Fish or boat in its shadow. Hike in pastures and along the river where Native Americans once planted and hunted.

Property manager

Karen Sloan

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free breakfast available
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: No vaping indoors. Proper disposal of butts.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Heated pool on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: Owner's written permission required prior to stay
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12. Note from host: Owner's written permission required prior to stay Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Frequently asked questions

How close is Family vacay! Walk to river. Fish boat swim. Feed exotics. Visit Bend. to the airport?

This mobile home is 54.2 mi (62-min drive) away from the Killeen, TX (GRK-Killeen-Fort Hood Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Family vacay! Walk to river. Fish boat swim. Feed exotics. Visit Bend. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this mobile home.

Does Family vacay! Walk to river. Fish boat swim. Feed exotics. Visit Bend. offer free breakfast?

Yes, this mobile home offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Family vacay! Walk to river. Fish boat swim. Feed exotics. Visit Bend.?

No, there is no casino at this mobile home.

What time is check-in at Family vacay! Walk to river. Fish boat swim. Feed exotics. Visit Bend.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Family vacay! Walk to river. Fish boat swim. Feed exotics. Visit Bend.?

Free parking is not available at this mobile home.

Does Family vacay! Walk to river. Fish boat swim. Feed exotics. Visit Bend. have a pool?

Yes, there's a heated pool.

Does Family vacay! Walk to river. Fish boat swim. Feed exotics. Visit Bend. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this mobile home.

How close is Family vacay! Walk to river. Fish boat swim. Feed exotics. Visit Bend. to downtown Lometa?

This mobile home is 10 mi away from Lometa.

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Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ILIOS L., Austin, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot, Great Hospitality
Our group really enjoyed our stay. Karen was very sweet and accommodating. She left us a lot of nice treats! Fresh baked cinnamon rolls and cookies! Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany W., Austin, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Place!
John and Karen are the nicest, most considerate hosts we have ever encountered when renting a home. They truly went above and beyond to make our stay a memorable experience, especially for our three-year-old. They provided snacks, including homemade cookies, and the house was very well-stocked with anything you could need. They also provided food so that we could feed the various types of deer on the property. Shortly after we had arrived, we learned that John had brought by a turtle which my son then named Pickle (a real highlight for my son!), and the next day John took us around on his “tractor” which was also a lot of fun. If the amazing hosts weren’t enough, the property is incredible and teeming with wildlife. At this time of year there were also beautiful wildflowers everywhere. We walked around several times, including to the river (next time we will bring our canoe!), but it was also nice to just relax in the backyard. This really is a special place! I am probably forgetting a lot of stuff, but I will say if you are considering booking this place (or Andi’s Cabin next door), then do it! You won’t regret it!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
2023 Thanksgiving
Was absolutely amazing from start to leaving. Bunkhouse was perfect for our family, everything we needed plus lots of extras! Our city kids & grandkids loved the quiet, wildlife, hikes, s’mores and spending time together! John & Karen, owners are a special treat !
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Haley S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Gem
What an amazing stay! Never have I ever stayed at such a wonderfully hosted location and this was probably our 20th VRBO since Covid. Really the trip began before we even got there Karen reached out to make sure we had everything we needed for our 1 year old, and she purchased a high chair in advance of us arriving. She met us at the gate and showed us all the details we would need for our time at the ranch. We drove up to the cutest cottage with a fun and whimsical yard, and a fantastic porch. Once we got inside there were fresh cookies and a sign welcoming us 😊 The cottage has everything you could possibly need or think up needing. All 7 of us slept very comfortably on high quality mattresses. There were games for all ages, indoor games, cornhole, ladder all and more. The cottage is very spacious and has the most well stocked kitchen I have ever seen. We roasted marshmallows by the fire pit, and Mr John even had firewood and starter ready for us. The stars were beautiful and after feeding the deer we watched the sky. It’s so peaceful and bright, you can see the Milky Way. We booked 3 nights thinking this would be a place to sleep after spending the days at Colorado bend - but really I wish I had booked a few more nights just to stay at the ranch. The private river access - the cliffs and trees were so lovely reflecting off the water and we even got to paddle boat in the river. It was hard to leave! It felt more like staying with family than a rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was an amazing stay
It was a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun with friends!
My old friends and I really enjoyed our get together at Redbird Landing. We took morning and evening walks on the property to enjoy the wildlife, shared good chats and laughter on the covered patio for coffee-time and evening rainfall, cooked several delicious meals in the well appointed kitchen, and were able to take quick trips for shopping in San Saba, hiking in Colorado Bend State Park, and sipping and dining at Fiesta Winery. Our hosts were wonderful, so thoughtful, and the caravan was perfect for our happy visit- highly recommend, and hope to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luke H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family retreat!
Karen and John were extremely hospitable. Fresh cookies we’re waiting for us when we got to the house. John made sure we had plenty of feed for the deer. They set out age appropriate games/activities for our kids. The river was fun. We kayaked and fished each day. We will definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy L., Austin, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect country getaway
Our family had a perfect stay at the ranch. Karen and John are amazing hosts. Their communication is great and they are very accommodating. Karen went above and beyond to make sure we had the best time and experience. The caravan is immaculately clean and very well stocked and organized. It's a perfect spot to relax, disconnect, and enjoy the surrounding nature and wildlife. The wildflowers were incredible this early June! We will definitely come back when we can.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Abundant star gazing
My husband and I had the most amazing time during our stay at this beautiful property. It was peaceful, quiet and the animals were so much fun to watch graze. We walked down to the river and saw all sorts of animals, including a huge jack rabbit who seemed to really love munching on the cacti and grass. The fields were full of gorgeous wildflowers. We ventured to Colorado Bend State Park and hiked to see Gorman Falls, it was absolutely beautiful! It was a very rocky hike, but very rewarding. The night sky is stunning! You could see every star in the sky. We highly recommend staying here as Karen and her husband are so friendly! We will definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Like staying with family, maybe better ;)
John and Karen were the very best hosts that I have ever encountered. The attention to details, the thoughtful comfort items and welcoming personalities are exactly what stood out verses just a place to stay. We loved learning the history of the land, Karen brought down homemade goodies that we eagerly devoured! John brought over extra charcoal and made sure we had everything we needed. The property was top notch, but John and Karen were the real jewel of our stay. Can’t wait to go back! I hope the young folks in my family will be just like the Sloan family when they grow up. Thank you for being you KAren and John!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023