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Beautiful View of our Whispering Winds getaway home.
High ceilings and lots of cute signs for entertaining you and your guests.
Beautiful wooden floors and beam work to admire.
Wonderful dining area open to the living room and kitchen with a fantastic view!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12157 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Smithville, TX
  • Bastrop State Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Buescher State Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Lake Bastrop
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Whispering Winds~ Kayaking, Tubing, Fishing and Fun!

As a locally owned and operated company, we give you peace of mind that your reservations are always protected and secure.

When you feel the need to getaway…book Whispering Winds located on the Colorado River between Bastrop and Smithville, Texas, just a little over an hour from Aggieland! Feel free to roam over three acres and enjoy the gentle breezes on your face, grab your fishing pole and catch giant catfish and bass. Sit in your chair to enjoy the sunrise while sipping on your morning coffee.

After lunch rent a kayak, tube, or canoe, and make your way down the river! Take out at the bridge or at River Bend Park after enjoying a few hours listening to the river waters flow, the trees whispering in the wind and the abundant wildlife. Rising Phoenix Adventures is close by, and you can rent kayaks, canoes, and tubes, they also provide shuttle services.

Back at the property enjoy a fire in the small firepit or make a fire down the hill while watching the sunset and grilling with family and friends.

Sleep comfortably in the three bedrooms and living area for overflow. One spacious bedroom is set up as a bunk room with two bunk beds featuring full-size mattresses on the bottom and twin-size mattress on the top. You will also find two additional twin mattresses under the bunk beds for overflow into the living area The other spacious bedroom features two full-size beds. The main bedroom features a queen-sized bed and a balcony with the best river view! Grab your coffee and enjoy the view while watching the sunrise. Sleep on the decks around the home if you dare or setup a tent down by the river!

After sunset, grab a book along with a glass of wine and read to your heart’s delight. Play games until midnight or stay up all night watching the shooting stars across the night sky.

Enjoy a short drive to Smithville, a picturesque and quintessential small town while grabbing lunch at Pockets Grille, Honey’s Pizza & Cocktails, The Front Room Wine Bar. Then check out Bone Spirits Distillery, Buescher State Park, Bastrop State Park for a hike, Bluff Creek Ranch or Rocky Hill Ranch for mountain biking enthusiasts, just minutes away, as well as Warda!

Don’t forget to check out the movie film sites used in Hope Floats, Tree of Life, Artois the Goat, Five Time Champion, Doonby, Natural Selection and Beneath the Darkness.
Whispering Winds will be adding amenities as time allows, so each time you return you find new surprises!

Check out some of the local shopping while in town including Mosaic Art & Home, Golden Girl Boutique, It’s a Goode Thing, CC Wine & Co. and Colorado River Winery. Enjoy some of the local favorites for dinner including El Mexicano Grill, Comfort Cafe, Neighbor’s Kitchen & Yard, Blazer Bar & Grill. If you’re looking for some live entertainment, check out the Fat Cat Lounge/Café for some Jazz music.

The property may have one or more actively recording cameras overlooking the entrance, driveway, and backyard areas which record audio and video. All devices are on the exterior of the property.

Property manager

Aggieland Vacation Rentals
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Languages

English

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Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
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
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Smithville

Located in Smithville, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Bastrop Tennis Center and ColoVista Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Buescher State Park and Bastrop State Park. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Smithville, TX

What's nearby

  • Bastrop State Park - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Buescher State Park - 8 min drive - 3.1 km
  • ColoVista Golf Club - 15 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Lost Pines Golf Club - 15 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Lake Bastrop - 18 min drive - 18.4 km

Getting around

  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Mexicano Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Texas Coffee Works - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Comfort Cafe - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Whispering Winds~ Kayaking, Tubing, Fishing and Fun! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Whispering Winds~ Kayaking, Tubing, Fishing and Fun!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whispering Winds~ Kayaking, Tubing, Fishing and Fun!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Whispering Winds~ Kayaking, Tubing, Fishing and Fun! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Colorado River and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Buescher State Park. Bastrop State Park and World's Largest Gingerbread Man are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andy H.

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

Great stay

Perfect little family getaway at the river!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimmi Kay C.

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

Great place on the river

This place was perfect for our trip of antiquing in Round Top and kayaking the river. The area was peaceful and full of wildlife. The house accommodated all of our needs and everyone enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

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

Gorgeous Views

We so enjoyed a relaxing weekends at WW. Great location, awesome amenities. Lots of room!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

virgil I.

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

Great stay

Awesome place, nice and quiet, clean with a fantastic location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suman Kumar S.

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

Very nice weekend gateaway

This place was very quiet and on the river bank. It also had a very large open field for children to play. There was everything available in the house for 3 families. It was a very nice weekend gateaway for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

shawn y.

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

Great stay

Very accommodating, got us in at the last minute after other plans fell through. Nice area and very nice place.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff J.

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

6 Grown Men

Very nice. Easy access, nice property, close to town. Downstairs rooms were very cool relatve to upsatirs. Beds were comfortable. Downstairs furniture was not the most comfortable but wasn't too bad. We stayed here 2 years ago and will again in the future. and will definitely staying in the the duture.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAMON S.

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

Quick country getaway

This was an outstanding trip! The house is in a great location outside of town and a short walk to the river. The living room and dining areas are roomy and comfortable and the beds were fantastic. The house is clean and the kitchen was well stocked with pots and pans. Plenty of outdoor seating to spend time talking and listening to the wind through the trees.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don K.

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

Short stay but nice

We were only in for 2 nights to attend a funeral. Although we were there for a somber reason the stay was nice. I would recommend to others
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

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

Beautiful Location

Beautiful house and location. River was perfect and the area was exactly what we needed for a relaxing vacation with friends and family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam H.

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

Great, quiet location

The property has a lot of space with direct access to the river and lots of things to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great time!

Perfect getaway! We enjoyed the home. I would recommend the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kasey W.

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

Great Place!

We had a great time! The house was clean and accomodating, and the property had plenty of room to enjoy outdoor activities. Would recommend!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christina H.

Wide Open Space!

We loved the wide open space and the river was so pretty. Great property!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ande W.

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

A relaxing family getaway

We had a great family trip here. The proximity to the river is awesome - we rented kayaks and swam/fished every day. Also thoroughly enjoyed all the land around the house. It’s quiet and beautiful and full of fireflies.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Paula R.

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

Great experience

A great experience in Smithville for a wedding weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Criss B.

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

Perfect Respite

The property was centrally located so that we could explore Austin, Bastrop and other towns in the area. We saw all kinds of wildlife which was a treat. Bastrop & Smithville have an eclectic mix of restaurants to try.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris & Stephanie M.

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

River house

Everything was great. Super cute house. Adorable decor.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rene R.

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

Family time well spent

What a great place to unwind. Our family enjoyed hanging porch side enjoying the evening breeze. Easy access to the river for fishing and kayaking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becky C.

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

Lovely, Peaceful Country Location

We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Whispering Winds with a family group in town for a wedding near Cedar Creek. We especially loved the peaceful nature sounds day and night, as well as the beautiful night skies. The house was very comfortable for a group, with lots of fun outdoor hang-out areas. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara P.

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

Getaway right in town

So close to city but still felt so secluded. Had friends from Austin and Elgin come meet us some spend night. Enjoyed swimming in river with kids and playing on huge hill. Kids loved the tree and stayed in it most of the trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

John J., Center point, Kerr

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

Short reunion

Enjoyed our stay. Down stairs living area was cold but everything else was great. I thought there were going to be kayaks bit didn't see any.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Shawn G.

Great place for big families

Place was great overall. We were able to swim with the kids and put in kayaks and a canoe without issues all weekend. Front door is hard to open and side kitchen door wont open. All in all, my family and I look forward to booking it again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Shawn W.

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

Quiet time

Spent a great quiet, intimate weekend with the family. We had some nice kayaking out the back door on the Colorado river, along with some lake paddle boarding in the nearby state parks. Topped off with s’mores for the grandkids under a starry night.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Men's Weekend

I recently went with a group of guys for a Men's Weekend and had a blast! We kayaked, cooked, drank, rode the brand new slip 'n slide down the hill, fished, and some of the guys even used the local airport to Paramotor around the area (with permission of course)! The house was perfect, the view was wonderful and the atmosphere was fantastic! Recommend it for anyone looking to get away for a week or weekend!

About the host

Hosted by Aggieland Vacation Rentals

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Thanks for visiting. We’re thrilled to see you here!
At Aggieland Vacation Rentals, we take the selection process of our properties very seriously. Our homes must meet only the highest standards in cleanliness, comfort and amenities for our guests. Choose from an assortment of vacation homes all over Aggieland, and enjoy top-quality amenities, such as fully equipped kitchens, lots of living space, privacy for everyone, and much more.
We’d like to express sincere appreciation to our attorney and CPA for their professional assistance in launching the first vacation rental booking agency in Aggieland. Whoop! Above all, we wish to thank our guests for their winning patronage that helped guide us through our first few years and helping us to provide first-class service!
Embrace a vacation state of mind…Book the luxuries of home!

Why they chose this property

One reason.... IT IS AMAZING!
Minutes away from Kyle Field: 1.21hr-1.27hr
Miles away from Kyle Field: 78.8-86.8
The main intersection near this property is: State Hwy 71 & Norma Jean Blvd

What makes this property unique

When you feel the need to getaway…book Whispering Winds located on the Colorado River just a little over an hour from Aggieland! Feel free to roam over three acres and enjoy the gentle breezes on your face, grab your fishing pole and catch giant catfish and bass. Sit in your chair to enjoy the sunrise while sipping on your morning coffee.

After lunch grab a kayak, tube, or canoe, and make your way down the river! Take out at the bridge or at River Bend Park after enjoying a few hours listening to the river waters flow, the trees whispering in the wind and the abundant wildlife. Rising Phoenix Adventures is close by, and you can rent kayaks, canoes, and tubes. We have a few you can rent for an additional fee, just ask for the details.

Back at the house enjoy a fire in the small firepit or make a fire down the hill while watching the sunset and grilling with family and friends. Bring a large tarp and make your very own slip and slide down the hills, so many things to do!

After sunset, grab a book along with a glass of wine and read to your heart’s delight. Play games until midnight or stay up all night watching the shooting stars across the night sky.

Enjoy a short drive to Smithville, a picturesque and quintessential small town while grabbing lunch at Pockets Grille, Honey’s Pizza & Cocktails, The Front Room Wine Bar or La Cabana Mexican Cafe. Then check out Bone Spirits Distillery, Buescher State Park, Bastrop State Park for a hike or Rocky Hill Ranch for mountain biking enthusiasts!

Don’t forget to check out the movie film sites used in Hope Floats, Tree of Life, Artois the Goat, Five Time Champion, Doonby, Natural Selection and Beneath the Darkness.

Whispering Winds will be adding amenities as time allows, so each time you return you find new surprises!

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English

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