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SPECTACULAR LODGE ON PRIVATE RANCH. PERFECT FOR SMALL AND LARGE GATHERINGS!

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Beautiful Home with Central AC/Heat
Refreshing Natural Spring Fed Pool..Too Wonderful to Put in Words!!!!
Rope swing fun for hours of fun!
Front porch for relaxing and taking in the breathtaking views
Stocked kitchen w/ all you need to do the cooking. Just bring the food & foil.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 16232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pool
  • Gym

Explore the area

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LEAKEY, TX
  • Frio River
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Garner State Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Lost Maples State Natural Area
    ‪64 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom

2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

Sunroom

4 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

SPECTACULAR LODGE ON PRIVATE RANCH. PERFECT FOR SMALL AND LARGE GATHERINGS!

Circle H Lodge, an historic house from the early 1900's, is near Leakey in an area of the Texas Hill Country noted for magnificent scenery. Yes, we're close to Concan, TX, too. The lodge is located in a lovely, secluded valley on Circle H Ranch. This is a working ranch devoted to the preservation of wildlife and is home to many species of both native and non-native animals. The lodge is decorated in Cowboy High Style with antiques and Cowboy -Indian memorabilia. There is a natural rock swimming pool in front of the lodge which is only accessible by LODGE GUESTS. During the evening hang out with family or friends at the old cantina located behind the lodge.

This two-story lodge has been completely renovated. It has central heat and air-conditioning and provides all the amenities. There is a large living and dining area. The five bedrooms and additional sleeping sunroom (fully enclosed with AC/HEAT) will sleep up to 16 people maximum. Rates are based on up to 8 people. Additional people up to 16 can be accommodated for an additional $50 per person per night.
LODGE has 2-KING ROOMS, 1 -FULL/TRUNDLE & TWIN ROOM, 2-TWIN BEDS ROOM and 1-ADDITIONAL SLEEPING SUNROOM with 2 TWIN TRUNDLE DAYBEDS upstairs as well as 1-FULL SIZE BEDROOM downstairs perfect for elderly parents or anyone with mobility issues. There are two full baths with one on each level of house. The sunroom upstairs is air-conditioned and heated and provides a comfortable place to relax while enjoying the beautiful view or provides extra sleeping accommodations.
*******For Larger Groups of 15-30 people, INQUIRE OR CALL for pricing on our additional GUEST HOUSE (Sleeps 6 WITH 2 BATHROOMS) with option to Add-On BUNKHOUSE (Sleeps 8 WITH 1 BATHROOM).*******
Please note that our Guest House and Bunkhouse are only available to add-on with the rental of LODGE.

The well-equipped kitchen includes a large side-by-side refrigerator, convection double oven, microwave, dishwasher, crockpot and all cooking essentials. A barbecue grill and a fire pit are provided for outdoor cooking. The spacious yard that surrounds the lodge is perfect for picnics. Hang out at the old cantina behind the lodge for anytime fun.

MOST OFTEN ASKED QUESTIONS:
-What kind of coffee pot is there? Regular 10-12 Cup Coffee Maker
-Is there an ice machine? The fridge has a built in icemaker for drinks at house. You may want to bring along ice for icing down your canned beverages in a ice-chest. There are many places in town to pick up ice. :)
-Are day guests allowed? We allow day guests for $25 per person per day to have access inside property. However, all guests must agree and sign our liability release prior to moving about the property.
-Is wood available for firepit? You are provided one full rack of wood for your stay which is ample for many nights of campfires. :) If you need additional wood, our staff can restock the wood pile for $100.
-What kind of grill is available? Charcoal.
-What should we bring? Food, seasonings, drinks, Ziplocks, foil, charcoal, POOL TOWELS and WATER SHOES would all be wise to bring along. If you forget something...no worries because LEAKEY, TX, is a short drive from the ranch.
-What can we do during Off-Season? Go hiking on ranch (miles of trails), site-see exotic animals, sit by the beautiful springs to relax, catch and release fish in fishing tank, star gaze and hang out at the Cantina behind the LODGE.

What Other Activities are Available in Area?
Other activities in the area include hiking, swimming, photography, summer rodeos, or floating the Frio River. The numerous migratory routes, which cross this area, provide almost limitless opportunities for bird watching. There are several restaurants in the area. Garner State Park is 8 miles from the lodge. Lost Maples Natural Area is a 30- minute drive. The city of San Antonio is approximately 1 1/2 hours away. It is 6 miles to the county airport.

Smoking outside only please. Dispose of butts in appropriate trash receptacles to avoid excess cleaning fee.

No pets.

Cancellation Policy: No refunds given, but credit is given to re-book within one year. $250 re-booking fee.

Float/Tube rental available nearby. Complementary pool floats are available for lodge pool use during your stay.

Property manager

Jen Harwood

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Day Guests may enter ranch for $25 a person/day.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside smoking and vaping is allowed.
Cancelled Bookings are Given FULL CREDIT to APPLY to a FUTURE BOOKING for 1 year from date of original reservation. A $250 RE-BOOKING FEE applies.
***IF AVAILABLE... We're more than happy to offer an EARLY CHECK-IN at 12 PM or LATE CHECK-OUT at 2 PM (EXTRA 4 HOURS) for $250 EACH.​

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 16
Note from host: Day Guests may enter ranch for $25 a person/day.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Leakey

Located in Leakey, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Frio River and Garner State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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LEAKEY, TX

What's nearby

  • Frio River - 13 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Garner State Park - 19 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Concan Golf Course and Country Club - 36 min drive - 26.9 km
  • Frio Bat Cave - 39 min drive - 36.4 km
  • Lost Maples State Natural Area - 64 min drive - 45.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Mill Creek Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bent Rim Grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Hog Pen - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Vinny's Italian Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Lala's - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does SPECTACULAR LODGE ON PRIVATE RANCH. PERFECT FOR SMALL AND LARGE GATHERINGS! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is SPECTACULAR LODGE ON PRIVATE RANCH. PERFECT FOR SMALL AND LARGE GATHERINGS! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at SPECTACULAR LODGE ON PRIVATE RANCH. PERFECT FOR SMALL AND LARGE GATHERINGS!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SPECTACULAR LODGE ON PRIVATE RANCH. PERFECT FOR SMALL AND LARGE GATHERINGS!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is SPECTACULAR LODGE ON PRIVATE RANCH. PERFECT FOR SMALL AND LARGE GATHERINGS! located?

Located in the heart of Leakey, this holiday home is 4.6 mi (7.5 km) from Frio River and 8.7 mi (14 km) from Garner State Park. Concan Golf Course and Country Club and Frio Valley Ranch Golf Club are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 41 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carin J.

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

Wonderful Getaway

Beautiful property and house with plenty of privacy; we really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rita T., Baytown, TX

I highly recommend the Circle H Ranch lodge. Privacy, swimming, hiking.

We enjoyed our stay at the Circle H Ranch lodge and it accommodated our family of 10 very well. The hiking, swimming, and relaxing in the hammocks made it a perfect vacation get away.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

teighlor m.

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

The best river house we've stayed in YET!

This property is more than what is listed, there are so many trails and PERFECT walk to the pool. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay can cant wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tara H., Houston

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

Fun Frio location

Great property with lots to do for all!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Fermin C.

Home away from home

This place was awesome and owners are very friendly, helpful, and available. Everyone wants to come back next year to stay at this awesome lodge, and the ranch is beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rachel T.

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

loved it

wonderful stay. we enjoyed it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Marcy T.

Beautiful

Absolutely beautiful property!!! We enjoyed every moment wished we were able to stay longer
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

keisha r.

Circle H ranch was wonderful!!

We had a great time and really enjoyed the ranch! I got sick the first day there and wasn't able to enjoy the swimming hole or the river but my family did and we will defintely be back!

10/10 Excellent

Travis F., Laguna Vista

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

We will be back next year.

Great pace for the family. Private and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S.

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

Beautiful

Lovely home, fabulous surroundings, wonder people caring for this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

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

Birthday

Amazing property. Had a wonderful time with family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mikki M., Odessa, Texas

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

Slice of Paradise!

We had such a wonderful time! John and Jen were so accommodating and the property is absolutely breath taking! There was plenty for everyone to do (ages 16-73 were with us). This is a MUST GO location! We will certainly be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

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

Amazing Summer Vacation

Circle H Ranch is the perfect getaway from the Big City. Circle H Ranch is quiet, well kept, and beautifully set in the hill country. There is fun for all ages with a big yard, a swimming hole, and a well stocked kitchen to make delicious meals that bring family and friends together in fellowship. The owners are very responsive and wonderful hosts. We hope to be back again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelley T., Victoria, TX

Aw-inspiring

I am so grateful my children get to experience our great state of Texas here. It is truly a reason to adore our Texas. It is fun. It is joyful and so relaxing. A true escape from it all.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Rentors

Great house, The Lodge,! Roomy, well Decorated, furnished, and stocked! Cantina and fire pit and lanai make the stay wonderfully fun! Scenery spectacular. Walking trails great. Can’t think of where else would be better! In summer add the swimming hole and river floating you’ve got,it all. Even great owners!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Scheli B., Houston

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

Breathtaking Nostalgia

This is the perfect place to get away from busy life and enjoy Texas history. The lodge is pristine and we enjoyed celebrating our son’s 13th birthday in the Cantina out back, playing cards, listening to music, grilling and making a fire in the massive firepit. The animals on the property took our breath away, so majestic and peaceful. The owner, Jen, went above and beyond to help make our stay and our son’s birthday the most memorable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Candice A.

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

Perfect for family time

It was very nice to unplug and enjoy being a family, communication was perfect with owners and we had everything we needed. Loved seeing all the animals on the property and really enjoyed sitting outside at night with the wind that blows on the porch. Thank you for opening your place to us! FYI my son is now asking for a baby zebra lol
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen H., Victoria, TX

Unforgettable Experience

This property was amazing. A beautiful natural spring creek runs alongside the house and ends in a crystal clear swimming hole. We enjoyed every minute hiking, swimming, and taking in the natural beauty of the ranch. Our children had a wonderful experience they won't soon forget as well. Even the young children enjoyed playing in the ankle deep waters where the creek enters the pool. Thank you to the Harwoods for sharing this unique and beautiful property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

jim w., Austin, TX

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

Perfect downtime place

The location is great. The owners and managers were super easy to deal with. The place actually looks better than the pictures, and the pictures looked great. We will be back, and appreciate that the kitchen had everything we could have ever wanted. We grilled outside, (there is a great charcoal grill btw) and burned a fire each night. The rooms are laid out great, and absolute peace and quite out there is hard to find anywhere. The Zebra, Gnu, Red Stag and other wildlife roaming the property was a great added bonus. Jim
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Matthew F., Austin, USA

Absolutely Breathtaking

This weekend could not have been more perfect. The lodge was located at the end of the ranch drive in a nice and private area. We were able to stay on the ranch and enjoy the amazing spring fed pool. We were told the river wasn't a very enjoyable float this memorial day weekend so I daresay we had the best spot in all of Real county. Jen and her husband were incredible hosts and made the stay even better. We will most definitely be back and may even make this a yearly ritual. The location and beauty of this area was only surpassed by the loveliness of the home and the hospitality received. Due to this specific house I will probably never opt to stay at Garner State Park again, well as long as this place is available.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

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

Relaxing vacation!

Super nice quiet vacation. Kids loved the swimming and walking along the rio frio. They enjoyed seeing the zebras, exotic deer, and especially the wildebeast. Campfire with smore's of course! and spend evenings using an app to find the constellations in the night sky! House was comfortable and clean. Mattresses were in good condition which is always important for us due to back problems. Employees were on hand quickly when a storm blew in and sent things flying! We appreciated their attention to detail and they arrived before we could even contact them! We really enjoyed the relaxation of this trip! Much needed this covid summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Candy C.

Mother's Day Weekend

We met our daughters and their families here for Mother's Day and had an incredible weekend! We never had to leave after arriving because everything we could have wanted was right there. The house was very nice and the property was just gorgeous. The kids ran barefoot through the grass and played outdoor games that we brought. The tv was not turned on and MOST of the time, phones were set aside. The owner came by to check on us a time or two, which was nice, but we didn't need a thing. And of course, the pool! That is where we spent our time. We enjoyed every minute of this vacation and are already talking about next year!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Maarten v., Houston, TX

Amazing getaway for young urban professionals

I booked the Circle H Lodge for my group of young urban professionals and it was everything we wanted for a Texan Memorial Day weekend. The ranch is majestically tucked away between sets of steep hills next to Garner State Park, the perfect setting for an escape from the city. We were appreciative of the upkeep of the animal ranch, trails, natural spring pool, the cantina, and of course the lodge itself. We had 10 guests and still had plenty of room for more. The lodge was spacious, extremely clean, well-appointed, and had plenty of room for indoor and outdoor activities and big group dinners. Although it rained for much of the weekend, we still managed to hike one of the steep hills, swim in the natural pool, explore the property, barbecue, and play yard games. Because of the rain, we made good use of the cantina at night. This is a very special property and Jen made the booking and preparation processes flawless; she was amazingly helpful and thoughtful, especially considering the historic flooding this area had to deal with during Memorial Day weekend.

10/10 Excellent

Jo Beth B.

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

Beautiful Property!

Very beautiful property with nice amenities. Very comfortable house for our group of 14. Loved the swimming hole and the exotic animals all around. Will definitely plan on returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom R.

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

Tom's 70th

Perfect place for family gathering to celebrate my 70th B'Day. Beautiful Texas Hill Country setting. Totally private. Spring fed rock lined pool was what you dream about. Fire pit, smores, cantina, and star gazing were fun night time activities. Plenty of bedrooms, rustic western ranch decor, and all the kitchen stuff you need for a family gathering are there. Jenn was very helpful and made sure you knew what they provided and what they didn't. The optional pool package waqs worth every cent. Will go again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

About the host

Hosted by Jen Harwood

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John and I are blessed to get to live on and be the caretakers of such a beautiful place. John's dad and mom first started coming to the area for vacation back in the 60's. They fell in love with the property Circle H Ranch sits on and decided to make it theirs. John started the business Circle H Ranch, Inc. shortly after graduating college and has successfully run an exotic animal breeding operation for over the last 20 years. The lodge was renovated and made available to guests back in the 80's. Over the years thousands of guests have come through and shared our little slice of heaven with us. We hope you too will get to come for a visit soon. Best Wishes, Jen and John

Why they chose this property

Experience a one of a kind vacation at this exotic animal ranch. The lodge is nestled among the hills and perfect for the ultimate family vacation in the hill country. Why fight the crowds and noise at the river when you can have your very own secluded natural spring-fed pool that keeps a consistent water level year round. If you care to venture out to the river, it's only a 10 minute drive down the road.

What makes this property unique

Not only are you getting a great house with all the amenities, you also get to experience an exotic vacation right here in Texas. Your kids will love to see and learn about the many different species of exotic hoofstock that we have on the ranch. In addition, we have great hiking and glorious colors on our hills when the seasons change.

Languages:

English, Spanish