Rio Cantando offers a serene retreat in Wimberley, nestled along the Blanco River. Enter through solid wood doors to an open living space with high ceilings and enormous windows overlooking the pool and river. Enjoy fantastic views from every room, savor meals in the gourmet kitchen, or unwind in the game room equipped with a flat-screen TV and pool table.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 12279 sq m
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
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About this property
Rio Cantando I Blanco River, Pool, Hot Tub, Game Room
Rio Cantando truly is a state of the art, upscale fully furnished vacation retreat. This amazing two level house sits right on the roaring rapids of the Blanco River minutes from our downtown Wimberley square. As you pull through the gated entrance and make your way to the back of the property where the house rests, you will take pleasure in the peaceful scenery of the superbly maintained surrounding lands. As soon as you pull into the circle driveway you will know you’ve reached the correct place as the sounds of the humming river rapids bring you to a calming state of mind. Enter through the large, solid wood front doors to an open living space with high vaulted ceilings, sparkling wood floors, and enormous windows overlooking the swimming pool and Blanco River. You will definitely enjoy fantastic views from every room in the house. As you make your way to the gourmet kitchen, you will find granite counter tops, two ovens, two refrigerators, and a separate ice maker. These amenities will all come in very handy while preparing those large scrumptious meals for the whole group! There is also two large dining tables so everyone gets to enjoy their food comfortably. As you make your way to the back half of the home, you will discover what may quickly be your favorite room of the whole house, the game room! Equipped with a flat screen TV, nice beautiful pool table with all the proper accessories needed for some competitive games with one another. This is paradise! Rio Cantando is extremely spacious and can comfortably accommodate up to twelve guests.
The master suite is absolutely breath taking with access to the outside covered deck and an abundance of windows providing lots of natural lighting. Rest comfortably at night on the plush king size bed or take a quick nap on the futon. This spectacular room also features two separate his & her bathrooms each having its own shower, toilet, and walk in closet for complete convenience. Downstairs you find the three more spacious bedrooms each having a walk in closet and direct access to the beautiful back yard. All of the bed furniture in the home is made from stunning hand carved wood that will blow you away.
The backyard is filled with endless opportunities of fun for everyone. From the very well maintained landscaping to the gated blue waters of swimming pool and river, it is a very surreal hill country setting. The covered patio is where the fun begins. A gas grill and a large table and chairs to dine at on the days that are just to beautiful to dine indoors. After dinner relax in the eight person elevated hot tub or a cool swim in the in ground pool. The rock fire pit has benches with enough room for everyone to gather round and roast some yummy marshmallows. Follow the stone walk way all the way down the river where you will find some eye catching rapids and a perfect natural swimming hole.
This uniquely enchanting home is filled with fine furnishings and immaculate scenery. With all the bells and whistles imaginable, this fine home will provide you with everything you are seeking for vacation that will be remembered without ever having to leave. For those who have a taste for the “finer things”, look no further, Rio Contando will meet your every need.
**The health and safety of our guests is paramount. Cleanliness is always our top priority. We offer a 24-hour guest service contact number for emergencies and messages will be answered promptly. Arrive after four o’clock when it is convenient for you with an easy and contactless check-in and out process for our guests.
Please note – Rates are based on the number of guests entered in the reservation quote – any additional guests may incur additional charges. The occupancy listed is the max occupancy this property can accommodate.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
4.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Games
TV
Outdoor areas
Firepit
Gas grill
Patio
Yard
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
On the waterfront
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Fishing 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)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Unit size: 3,000 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Administrative fee: USD 1 per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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
About the neighborhood
Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in Pleasant Valley Crossing, a neighborhood in Wimberley. Jacob's Well Natural Area and Blue Hole Regional Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Labyrinth and The Island. Central Texas Bonsai Exhibit at Jade Gardens and Hill Country Lavender Farm are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Water tubing and fishing adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Wimberley travel guide
Is Rio Cantando I Blanco River, Pool, Hot Tub, Game Room pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Rio Cantando I Blanco River, Pool, Hot Tub, Game Room?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Rio Cantando I Blanco River, Pool, Hot Tub, Game Room?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Rio Cantando I Blanco River, Pool, Hot Tub, Game Room located?
Located in Pleasant Valley Crossing, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Jacob's Well Natural Area, Old Baldy, and Wimberley Lions Market Days. Labyrinth and The Island are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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Rio Cantando I Blanco River, Pool, Hot Tub, Game Room Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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We loved staying here! The property is beautiful with access to the river. Large windows with gorgeous views from every room. Every room has a balcony or terrace! Hot tub after a cold
Plunge into the river! We played pool and bocce, horseshoe, did puzzles!!!! A great fireplace outside! Kitchen fully stocked! Bedrooms have large comfortable beds. A true gem! We want to come back!!!
Perfect Hill Country Getaway for Extended Family or Friends
This property was perfect for our group of six. The house is very spacious, and spread out. You never felt like you were imposing on others space. All the beds were very comfortable and big. The views to the river were gorgeous. The sunrise and sunset do not disappoint. There were deer in the backyard, and lots of birds to watch. The river noise was so peaceful. We were able to jog and run the 3/4 mile paved entrance for exercise. The location was perfect for hopping in the car and going to the town square. We enjoyed family dinners and puzzle making. The fire pit was great for evening time. We highly recommend this property to get away and enjoy the noises of the quiet hill country.
Overall the stay was amazing, the location and the river access being right there with running water - actually ended up catching a river bass doing a little fishing (I’d recommend water shoes or old sneakers). The house was very clean and actually they have a new L sofa in the living room that’s got outlets and reclines. Grill was great - cleaned it up a bit for them and had a great burger / chicken thigh dinner our last night.The ONLY reason I would say 4 instead of 4 stars is with it being on a septic system. There was a pretty strong sulphur odor - especially at first, then it would come and go. Also door code wasn’t working, but we fortunately found an unlocked door to one of the patios. The host fixed the lock and was VERY responsive, so this was a non-factor but could have been an issue if there was no unlocked door.They have a reverse osmosis water filtration system so 10/10 on that (pic included).
Our extended family enjoyed our stay and would return. The pros include four bedrooms with four bathrooms, plenty of space for everyone to have time together and solitude, the home was on a swimming hole on the river that wasn't dry, and plenty of activities and tubes on the property. What I wish I had known before arriving is that there was not a working ice machine, which made it inconvenient since the home is 15 minutes from a grocery, the pool was too hot to be comfortable to use in late June, and the security system chimes every time the doors leading outdoors are opened in the master bedroom which makes napping almost impossible in there during the day and the kitchen table only sits six. Our family had a wonderful weekend and enjoyed playing the ball after the sunset. The lighting on the court made it possible to play as it got dark. One of my highlights was having my morning coffee on the grounds overlooking the bluffs.
I love this house and the property! We are a family of 5 — 15 month old, 8 and 10 year old daughters. This house was a great escape and on our first day…my middle daughter found the biggest pile of feces I. The closet. We didn’t know about it until a couple of hours after checking in — we arrived, enjoyed the outdoors, sorted out dinner and then when we started to unpack..bam! We called the property manager around d 7-8pm…no one can clean it up until the next day!! The listing stated 24 hour call service; the property manager’s customer service is an offshored service and they stated no one from the local office could be contacted! We had to wait until the next day when someone contacted us at 10AM that someone would be at the house in a hour. We arrived after lunch, A LOT of bleach/chemical fumes. We had to air out the downstairs floor and it took until at least the next day to be decent. You could still smell undertones of feces and bleach. I mean seriously, how does the cleaning crew leave a pile of feces in a closet!!!!!!! Again, house is beautiful but I think the homeowner should find a dedicated property manager.
Loved the quietness of the property and the access to the river. Children loved the pool, river, and ability to have their own space in the game room. Clean, comfortable beds, and outside space is what to come for.
Beautiful socially distant property! Very well stocked, clean, and plenty of space for our group - One of our favorites for a relaxing hill country getaway.
Will definitely be visiting again! Great amenities. Stocked kitchen. Very clean and comfortable. Overall great.
Katherine B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
27 March 2019
Bachelorette getaway!
This home was so perfect for our college friends getaway! Everyone had a bed, all the amenities you could need were there and everyone had a bathroom which was perfect! Such a beautiful and serene location!
Gathered the family for Christmas here. Accommodations were great, the scenery is beautiful, and the location is perfect. Family enjoyed hanging in the game room playing, catching up while soaking in the hottub, and enjoyed being rejuvenated by the peaceful and beautiful surroundings.