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Brazos River View Large Covered Private Deck with Hot Tub and Fire Pit

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All new landscaping noticeable only upon arrival. Then deck will steal the show!
Relax in the hot tub with the amazing view!
Inspiration Point - Amazing Home with  Spectacular Views, Brazos River and More!
Covered deck and convenient back stairs
Covered deck with table, lots of seating and hot tub

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Rio Vista, TX
  • Cleburne State Park
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Dinosaur Valley State Park
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Fossil Rim Wildlife Center
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest 1

1 King Bed

Guest 2

1 King Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Brazos River View Large Covered Private Deck with Hot Tub and Fire Pit

Whether you are looking for a change of venue with the kids, romantic getaway or just time away from your concrete city-scape, come on out to relax and to be truly inspired by the spectacular view from every room in our well- appointed, 3 king-bedroom, 2 bath vacation home. Upon stepping inside the front door of Inspiration Point, you will be greeted by a wall of windows and awe-inspiring view. Your stay at Inspiration Point will provide you with a memorable experience, indeed!

Inspiration Point is often enjoyed as a delightful girl friends' getaway in a luxurious country home away from home. Or, many find it a perfect setting for an intimate couples retreat. Families with children come to enjoy the river from sun-up to sun-down. In the evenings you are still 'at the river' in luxury, peace and quiet. The large covered deck with hot tub, outdoor fireplace, gas and smoker grills offers an out-door experience for you and your family -- under the stars while having all the comforts of home in comfortable king-size beds. Renters must be 25 years or older. Your dogs are welcomed but you must notify the property manager and there is a one time fee per dog of $25.

Bring your boat or jet ski! If your family, or that special someone, loves boating, fishing or, skiing or just enjoys basking in the Texas sun, you'll be 5 minutes from Hamm Creek Park and boat launch on the Brazos River. Our property allows for easy boat parking, too.

Spend a couple nights or a week or two.

If you allow yourself the luxury of time, Inspiration Point will melt away all traces of stress as you relish each moment gazing from high above, over hundreds of acres of green space, farm land and Texas mesas surrounding the Brazos River.

And, oh my, the opportunity for spectacular sunrises and sunsets from the spacious covered deck will be the only reason to consider 'time' while at Inspiration Point. You will set your clock by the beauty that only nature can provide.

Our guests enjoy a fully furnished kitchen with an array of staples. Bring your own food and drink preferences and make yourselves at home. Prepare your meals in the kitchen or at the gas or smoker grills out on the covered deck. Eat at the dining table situated in front of the wall-of-windows, or take your meals out onto the lovely deck for a luxurious country picnic-in-the-sky.

If you can bear to pull yourselves away from Inspiration Point to look for other things to do, there are a variety of small towns just a short country drive away. Glen Rose, Texas offers an abundance of antiquing, unique restaurants, Fossil Rim Wildlife Park, Dinosaur Valley, and more. If you prefer a lake to the river, Lake Whitney and Lake Granbury are also a short drive from Inspiration Point. Another excellent choice would be to visit the historic town square in Granbury, Texas. Should you long for live theatre and think you're too far away from big city life to find such entertainment, set your worries to rest. The Plaza Theatre in Cleburne is a no-traffic, 25-minute country drive north of Inspiration Point.

Inspiration Point vacation home boasts a spectacular Texas Hill Country experience, and a totally unique ambience; all located unexpectedly close to Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas.

Come be inspired to just relax, read, play, or just ...BE, and breathe ...deeply.

Fine Print!
I’ve had a couple of guests asked why I charge a refundable deposit in addition to the VRBO insurance.
The insurance provided by VRBO is for damage only! The refundable deposit is for additional cleaning if required. I have managed Inspiration Point since 2013 and I have had to keep the full amount once and $25 of it twice for the cleaning service. If you have any questions please let me know!
Karen


Keywords: Fisherman's Paradise vacation home, country house, romantic Hill Country setting, river house, luxury home, exquisite Hill Country view like no other near Dallas/Fort Worth Texas, boating, skiing, canoeing, fishing, peace and quiet, big Texas sky, spectacular sunrises and sunsets, Brazos River, Hamm Creek Park, Kimball Bend. Lake Granbury, Lake Whitney, Cleburne, Rio Vista, Blum, Wedding Venues, Hot Tub, Pet Friendly

Property manager

Karen Eschliman, Property Manager
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We welcome families!
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Manager must be notified/one time $25 per dog
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely NO Smoking Allowed

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
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 not indicated whether 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

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Rio Vista

Located in Rio Vista, this holiday home is on a river. Cleburne Golf Links and White Bluff New Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Johnson County Sheriff's Posse and Splash Station. With jet skiing, waterskiing and power boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Rio Vista, TX

What's nearby

  • Johnson County Sheriff's Posse - 25 min drive - 24.5 km
  • Cleburne State Park - 29 min drive - 20.3 km
  • Lake Whitney State Park - 53 min drive - 44.1 km
  • Dinosaur Valley State Park - 53 min drive - 41.7 km
  • Fossil Rim Wildlife Center - 60 min drive - 47.5 km

Getting around

  • Cleburne Station - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dixon Bar And Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Retreat - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Fat Cat's Diner - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Redneck Grill - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Brazilian Estates Cafe - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Brazos River View Large Covered Private Deck with Hot Tub and Fire Pit pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Brazos River View Large Covered Private Deck with Hot Tub and Fire Pit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Brazos River View Large Covered Private Deck with Hot Tub and Fire Pit?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Brazos River View Large Covered Private Deck with Hot Tub and Fire Pit located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within 16 miles (25 km) of Cleburne State Park, Chisholm Trail Heritage Museum and Lake Whitney. Johnson County Sheriff's Posse and Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Cleburne are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

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

Stunning View & Total Relaxation!

Our stay at this property was absolutely perfect! Perched on stilts, the house offered breathtaking views of the river—truly a sight to wake up to. The peaceful and quiet surroundings made for such a relaxing getaway, and we felt completely safe the entire time.The home’s design was ideal for our extended family, providing both comfort and functionality. Working with Karen was seamless—she was responsive and helpful throughout.We only wish we had more time to enjoy the fire pit and hot tub, but that just gives us another reason to return. And we definitely will! This house is a gem, and we can’t wait to come back just to soak it all in again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

LATASHA M.

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

Loved it! Amazing Views

We stayed for my 42nd birthday. House was perfect! Loved the hot tub, firepit, and the view! We plan to come back in the summer. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seamus M.

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

Nice and quiet.

We really enjoyed it here. Since the house sits on the hill the birds are flying at the perfect porch viewing level.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

L R.

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

Amazing views & peaceful getaway!

This house is in the perfect location to relax and get away from the business of life. The view is outstanding and the deck is so spacious to spend time on. Beds were comfortable and kitchen was equipped well enough. We enjoyed the gas and pellet grills. The only immediate need is that the tv/sound system is terrible. The speakers are blown and the audio was horrible. This could be an easy fix. We were really looking forward to watching a movie after the sunset, but the sound was so terrible we had a difficult time. We all agreed we would absolutely stay there again, but would need to make sure this issue was addressed or bring our own tv/soundbar.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi P.

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

Nice house with beautiful view

We had a great weekend stay with friends. There is plenty of space for 6 adults whether sitting at the dining table, in the living room or outside on the deck.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheri W.

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

Beautiful!

Gorgeous location and beautiful home. Everything is in excellent condition and the property managers are the best. We keep coming back, it’s that great.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy M.

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

Great time at Inspiration Point

Everything was super! It was clean, had a well appointed kitchen and the deck was a perfect place to relax and unwind. It was a wonderful setting for our family holiday celebration!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathey S.

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

Our third stay!!

We love inspiration Point!! That view of the Brazos River valley from the huge back deck is just incredible!! A cozy & comfortable space for time with friends. Love having three bedrooms with king size beds for 3 couples!...& Excellent communication with Karen. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas H.

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

Thanksgiving Weekend

We had a lot of fun in the hot tub and utilizing the fully stocked kitchen to cook a thanksgiving dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis C.

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

Perfectly Named

Inspiration Point. Pictures did not prepare us for how beautiful property is. Absolutely wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian R.

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

Perfect View

The house has an unbelievable view and has everything you need to entertain and enjoy the beautiful surrounding area. Perfect stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

Perfect and Close

It was our second time here and on both occasions it was a nice relaxing peaceful time. We will be back 🍻
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

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

Gorgeous View!

What a beautiful and comfortable property! While not easy to get to, the stunning views are well worth the effort. This is a pack your groceries, your favorite beverage, and just sit for a few days sort of place.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kara R.

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

Beautiful View!

This is the 4th time we’ve stayed here. It’s the perfect place for my friends and me to relax, play games, watch a movie, and just rest on that amazing back porch with the incredible view!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vance R.

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

Great stay!

The house had everthing we needed. Comfortable beds and amazing view from the huge deck. We knew there were other houses nearby but the way the house is situated we felt like we were the only ones on the point. Quiet. Private. Karen, thank you! Will stay again. situated in the cliff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomasina L.

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

Wedding Weekemd

Our son gotarried in Blum over the weekend and we picked this house for the weekend festivities. This was a wonderful location to escape and relax at the end of each day. My young kids, husband, and FIL were all able to enjoy different elements of the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

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

Wine cork

Great
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clannad D.

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

Getaway With the best view

We had an amazing stay at this property! We needed a place to live as our house had water damage and we came soon this house. The pictures do NOT do it justice as you will find as soon as you walk in the door! Very spacious, clean, cosy and truly a place to relax and reset. I had my wife , 5 month old and 2 dogs with me, Host was amazing and very communicative and understanding of our early check in/ out needs. Would highly recommend this property for you and your family as it’s a best kept secret with an amazing view. Will be returning soon !
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael E.

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

Amazing home to get away from it all

Inspiration Point was an absolutely amazing weekend getaway. It was exactly what the doctor ordered. Comfortably furnished, quiet and relaxing. The back deck and hot tub are exactly what you need to unwind and get away from it all. Karen is a most amazing host. She is easy to communicate with and she make sure that everything is perfect. We will be coming back soon, I promise you that.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James Y.

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

Scenic glory!

The photos did not do justice for this! Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

No doubt this house has a great view

Wonderful view. Quiet street. Perfect for the quiet weekend we were looking for!! Closest restaurants/grocery are either Rio Vista (limited) or 30 minutes to Cleburne (less limited). Kitchen has basic pots/ pans/utensils - what you need to cook. Outside grill is great! There is even a Traeger. Hot tub was nice. Though it does lean to one side, and will over flow. Be careful. The tub seemed level, so not sure if issue is tub or deck. TV has Dish. We brought our Roku to stream. Easy hook up as the TV was not very big and easy to move to find the port. Beds were comfortable and the sheets/towels were nice quality. We didn’t use the master bedroom as the picture window was blocked by a dresser. Another room has a similar window that is not blocked so we used that room. Lots of ceiling fans and good aircon airflow! House stayed very cool in the heat of the day and at night! Intake vents need a vacuum; most likely the reason for the dust spread in the house. We travel with Clorox wipes and put those to use. Loved the map of the area painted mural on the wall. Nice old world style that fit the decor of the house. The pictures don’t fully reveal the taxidermy on the walls, in case this isn’t your jam. Reminder that you do have to pay a refundable damage deposit. Not sure how damage is assessed or fixed when the renter leaves as there is obvious prior damage. Our deposit was refunded. Overall, house had a great view. We will return to the area, just not to this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charley B.

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

Relax

Great
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Casey S.

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

3rd Time

Beautiful property. Third time there. Will continue to go.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy C.

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

Views

We had a great time and spent most of it on the beautiful patio with amazing views.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Karen Eschliman, Property Manager

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We're a family of long-time skiers and hunting, boating and nature enthusiasts. We have spent many vacations on the Brazos River north of Lake Whitney and not too far from our permanent home just south of the Dallas area. Everyone who visits is delightfully surprised by the stunning view, peaceful surroundings and simply inspiring experience. We hope you will make Inspiration Point your next vacation or retreat spot. Once you do, we know you will come back again, and again.

Why they chose this property

FIsherman's Paradise is situated just West of Rio Vista, TX with a view of the Brazos River. It’s less than a mile to Hamm Creek Park for fishing, boating, walking and picnics. It’s about 30 minutes north of Lake Whitney and Lake Granbury..

With a long career in general contracting of residential and commercial properties, we knew that this lovely river house known as Inspiration Point in Fisherman's Paradise, to be one of the most unique and beautiful places on the Brazos River.

What makes this property unique

Fisherman's Paradise is a little-known area in Johnson County, TX, just West of the small town of Rio Vista and about 30 minutes north of Lake Whitney. Our vacation home offers a gorgeous, country getaway or intimate retreat destination convenient to the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex.

Our property sits high on a hill overlooking the Brazos River and provides convenient access to the new Hamm Creek boat launch. In addition to boating and fishing activities offered by the river, we most enjoy the spectacular view and peacefulness surrounding us, especially from our porch. The property is lovely year round and is accented on some winter mornings (in addition to the beautiful sunrise) by a ribbon of fog running the curvature of the river with soft clouds hovering just above the valley creating a surreal experience that makes every sip of our morning coffee even more delicious.

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