Luxury Chalet On Remote Ranch With Crystal Clear Creek, not near crowded Leakey

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4167 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Air conditioning

Water view

Explore the area

Barksdale, TX

Frio River53 min drive
Garner State Park61 min drive
Uvalde, TX (UVA-Garner Field)78 min drive
Lost Maples State Natural Area91 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

About this property

This private ranch is on the upper Nueces River, located at the headwaters of Bullhead Creek. Behind the cabin runs a spring which flows into the creek. The fishing and swimming are off the chart, deep clear water entered by rock steps. Two story restored log cabin/chalet with fireplace, upstairs deck with view of canyons and cliffs. Two bedrooms, two baths, full up to date kitchen and dining, lovely rock work, outdoor fire pit and barbecue grill, overlooking crystal clear spring-fed Bullhead Creek. Remote location miles from neighbors. WiFi available, Cell phones don't work. Land line for local calls. Fishing, hiking, bird watching, photography. The view from the upper deck is reminiscent of Colorado, the bubbling spring some 30 feet below, running down through the canyon. This luxuriously furnished chalet is not suitable for small children.

Property manager

Sonja Rose Klein

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Amenities

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Barbecue grill

Water view

Fireplace

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 12:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 12

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17

Not suitable for children

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Pets not allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking allowed outside

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Barksdale

Located in Barksdale, this chalet is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Local points of interest include Nueces River and Devil's Sinkhole State Natural Area. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Barksdale, TX

What's nearby

Frio River - 53 min drive
Garner State Park - 61 min drive
Devil's Sinkhole State Natural Area - 68 min drive
Concan Golf Course and Country Club - 78 min drive
Lost Maples State Natural Area - 91 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Chalet On Remote Ranch With Crystal Clear Creek, not near crowded Leakey pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Chalet On Remote Ranch With Crystal Clear Creek, not near crowded Leakey?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Chalet On Remote Ranch With Crystal Clear Creek, not near crowded Leakey?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Luxury Chalet On Remote Ranch With Crystal Clear Creek, not near crowded Leakey located?

Situated on the waterfront, this chalet is 8.8 mi (14.2 km) from Nueces River and within 32 miles (52 km) of Garner State Park and Frio River.

9.8

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Manny D.

30 Oct 2023

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

Annular Eclipse !

We stayed here for the annular solar eclipse. Our host was generous and allowed us to setup our telescope equipment, etc where ever we wanted. The property was lovely, and the house spotless. We did use the gas outside grill.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susanne B.

23 Jul 2023

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

Quiet Weekend Getaway

Beautiful Lodging with peaceful surroundings. Sonia Klein is a gracious Hostess.! Amazing drives in area.!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

April P., Cleveland, Tx

8 Aug 2022

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

Great Escape

Just what we needed to get away from the outside world a few days in a very beautiful cabin. Relaxing on the porch watching all the birds was the best. Can't wait to do it again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

gwendolen n.

16 Jul 2021

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

Great place to completely disconnect.

My husband and I took our nieces over the 4th of July weekend, just to get out of the city, and had an amazing trip. We had the entire property to ourselves, so we were able to float in the river, hike the old dry creek beds, explore the hills and valleys, all by ourselves. We brought an outdoor projector and did an outdoor movie night with s’mores and popcorn that we popped on the fire that we built on site. The house is very well equipped with anything you could ever need. You can tell that Sonja takes extreme joy in beautiful artwork and furnishings. She was a wonderful host!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Nicholas S.

6 Aug 2020

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

Great Property

We had a great stay at the property, and the owner was responsive when the A/C wasn’t working by allowing us to use the other house. The swimming hole was great and you’re truly secluded. If you’re looking for a beautiful hill country hideaway this is a fantastic choice. I called back a few days later to ask about staying there again and we were informed we weren’t welcome there again because I had a dog there. She is my service animal and very well trained and behaved, but I found out we left a puddle of pee in the back. I’m guessing she was marking. I know laws prohibit discrimination against someone who has a service animal and per VRBO I am not required to disclose that I am bringing a service animal. All things considered I’m at fault for not seeing a puddle of pee so I will not leave a negative review. I would be upset if someone left dog pee in my house, even if it were a service animal, so I cannot blame the owner for being upset.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

About the host

Hosted by Sonja Rose Klein

Sonja Klein is a native, fifth generation Texas. She has traveled the world and is an award winning author of two books. She resides on the ranch where she writes, gardens and raises a few good sheep.

Why they chose this property

Ambush Hill is an end of the road property, located in the rough lands west of the Hill Country. The cabin/chalet is built around an old trapper's log cabin and is exquisitely furnished with all modern conveniences as well as unique artwork. The views are breath taking, the atmosphere is clear of pollution and the quiet can be unsettling.