[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Happy House on the Blanco River Riverfront vacation home in Wimberley with kitchen ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76160000/76150200/76150101/4468b65d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76160000/76150200/76150101/bd1607c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76160000/76150200/76150101/b82642d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76160000/76150200/76150101/fa9e817f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76160000/76150200/76150101/10ac22e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Happy House at Blanco Rapids Ranch sits by the Blanco River, offering a peaceful getaway. Relax on the private patio with a BBQ grill and lounge chairs facing Devil's Backbone ridges. Enjoy morning coffee on the covered porch, and unwind by the old stone fireplace. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 21 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Mountain view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Happy House on the Blanco River We are close to Wimberley and Canyon Lake on the beautiful Blanco Rapids Ranch right on the Blanco River. You'll enjoy a picturesque setting with river access, walking trails, pickle ball court and relaxation. We are well stocked, excellently decorated and wonderfully comfortable. We are good for couples, families with kids, solo adventurers and anyone looking to recharge. The Happy House at Blanco Rapids Ranch is a historic farmhouse in a very private and peaceful setting. Happy House has a king bed and optional air mattress for additional guests. The bathroom has a full-size tub/shower combo. The kitchen has a full size refrigerator, coffee maker, microwave, convection oven and induction burner. The most beautiful place to cook is on the private patio with optional charcoal/propane BBQ grill. There is a table for dining and 2 iron lounge chairs to enjoy. There is an old stone fireplace near the house that is a stunning place to sit and relax. The covered porch is perfect to enjoy coffee in the morning with the sunrise coming over the Devil's Backbone ridges. There’s a beautiful lawn surrounding the Happy House and a new dog fenced area with shade for your pup. It is just a short walk to a gorgeous part of the Blanco River. Please bring river shoes as the concrete slab near the river and the rocks in the river are slippery. Please do not go with bare feet or flip flops. Please no glass at the river, foam and plastic cups are available for your use. Happy House is Pet Friendly. However we only allow 1 pet per stay. Please don't leave pets unattended in the house. There is a Dog Run available for your use on the property. A car is needed to get to/from the ranch. The Happy House is past the suites and the big yellow house. It is the farmhouse at the far end of the property. Property is located 2.5 miles down a private road on a beautiful part of the Blanco River. The property is in Wimberley, Hays County but the entrance is in Fischer, Comal County. My husband and I live on the ranch as well as the caretakers. This ranch is in the former Boy Scout Ranch on the Devil's Backbone. It is very private yet an easy drive to Wimberley, Canyon Lake, Gruene or San Marcos. You are welcome to bring bikes to ride the Devil's Backbone and Hill Country. It is best to pick up supplies at the Brookshire Brothers in Canyon Lake or the H-E-B in Wimberley before coming out. There are restaurants in the area, but you'll want to have some food on hand. Dominos has recently started delivery in our area, and Uber eats has 1 driver but its not consistent. See our other listings at BLANCO RAPIDS RANCH: San Miguel Suite Safari Suite River Runs Through It Suite Longhorn Suite ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains - On a river ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 1 square foot ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33750000/33749300/33749231/1a2081d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Water Front, Cypress Creek...spring fed and flowing... 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C29.95666%2C-98.16127&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=vb_Wd-BIOc061ahN-rn0F-qKkKM=) Fischer, TX #### What's nearby - The Island - 17 min drive - 11.6 km - Wimberley Zipline Adventures - 17 min drive - 11.6 km - Wimberley Lions Market Days - 18 min drive - 12.0 km - Blue Hole Regional Park - 18 min drive - 12.0 km - Jacob's Well Natural Area - 23 min drive - 15.4 km #### Getting around - San Marcos Station - 30 min drive - Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 89 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Domino’s Pizza - ‬14 min drive - ‪Lucky's Kitchen & Cocktails - ‬14 min drive - ‪SUBWAY - ‬15 min drive - ‪Mima's Kitchen - ‬21 min drive - ‪The Leaning Pear - ‬20 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Happy House on the Blanco River pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). ### What time is check-in at Happy House on the Blanco River? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Happy House on the Blanco River? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Happy House on the Blanco River located? > Situated on a river, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Canyon Lake, Canyon Park, and Canyon Lake Marina. Jacob's Creek Park and Central Texas Bonsai Exhibit at Jade Gardens are also within 12 mi (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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