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Frog Cottage on the Blanco River - Charming 2 Bedroom Close to Downtown

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61621 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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Wimberley, TX
  • Place, Blue Hole Regional Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Corral Theatre
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Central Texas Bonsai Exhibit at Jade Gardens
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Wimberley

Located in Wimberley, this vacation home is on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Blue Hole Regional Park and Willow Lake Watering Hole & Mercantile. .This vacation home is 13.3 mi (21.4 km) from Texas State University and 15.3 mi (24.6 km) from San Marcos River.

What's nearby

  • Blue Hole Regional Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Willow Lake Watering Hole & Mercantile - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Corral Theatre - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Central Texas Bonsai Exhibit at Jade Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Jacob's Well Natural Area - 12 min drive - 5.8 miles

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 21 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Blanco Brew - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Wimberley Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Mima's Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Willow Lake Watering Hole & Mercantile - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Frog Cottage on the Blanco River - Charming 2 Bedroom Close to Downtown

Nestled on the beautiful banks of the Blanco River is Wimberley’s Frog Cottage. This charming cottage is the perfect riverfront getaway. Enjoy stepping out onto your very own back porch to beautiful oaks and stunning views of the river. Frog Cottage offers the peacefulness of the hill country and the tranquility of the river. Only a hop skip and a jump away is Wimberley's town square with its charming shops and restaurants.

Enjoy the beautifully decorated french country cottage that will host up to six people. This property has all the amenities one could possibly need. Beautiful wood floors,unique rock work and stunning furnishings along with views of the river throughout the cottage.

Revel in an inviting full kitchen stocked with all the necessities one could need. There you will find state of the art appliances and plenty of counter space as well as a spacious dining area to enjoy your meals with family and friends as well as the views of the Blanco river.

In this darling cottage there are two large bedrooms each with their own pleasing design. The master hosts a king size bed and full bath with shower and has a beautiful fireplace, (decorative only - sorry no indoor fires here). The fireplace kept from the original house dates back to the early 20’s is a unique piece of history. This room was expertly decorated with a great mix of old and new decor. Sleep soundly in this retreat with designer linens and the peaceful sounds of the hill country. Be greeted with a burst color in the second room with its beautiful sunny decor and soft linens. In this room you will find a queen size bed and one trundle bed perfect to sleep four. The second bathroom is also very roomy, with a bathtub and shower combo and lots of counter space.

Outside this cottage is where you will want to spend most of your time. With your own spectacular private river access, spend the day swimming, tubing, canoeing, kayaking, fishing or just relaxing on the large porch that looks out onto the river. Grill up your favorites on the large outdoor grill. This space hosts a roomy dining area with lots of fun, unique seating. It is the perfect place to relax and enjoy a meal or just kick back and read a book.

With Wimberley only a few minutes away, enjoy the delicious restaurants as well as the charming shops. Blue Hole Regional Park is also located very close as well as many wineries. If you enjoy hiking there are many trails in the area. Take a drive to Canyon Lake and rent a boat or jet skis for a fun afternoon, or explore New Braunfels and Gruene for a fun day trip.

If you are looking for a charming riverfront getaway, Frog Cottage is the perfect sunny escape. Located only a hop skip and jump away from Wimberley and all the excitement of the Hill Country visit Frog Cottage.

*The health and safety of our guests is paramount. Cleanliness is always our top priority. We offer a 24 hour guest service contact number for emergencies and messages will be answered promptly. Arrive after four o’clock when it is convenient for you with an easy and contactless check in and out process for our guests.

**Please note, security cameras are in use at the entrance of the property**

Please note – Rates are based on the number of guests entered in the reservation quote – any additional guests may incur additional charges. The occupancy listed is the max occupancy this property can accommodate.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony or patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,621 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Administrative fee: USD 1 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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Frog Cottage on the Blanco River - Charming 2 Bedroom Close to Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 103 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 103 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 103 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 103 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 103 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was very cute, comfortable, and in a great location in Wimberley. We enjoyed the patio and the river access. The one downside was the spotty wifi so had to use my hotspot to do any work with my laptop.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dana C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was amazing and the view was beautiful. Very clean and had all the essentials we needed. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

PAMELA W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you, we enjoyed our stay. Clean rooms and close to center of Wimberly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jill V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin!! Excellent location to the square for all the fun but also a peaceful morning and evening spot on the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Esequiel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great home!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

greg k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
all good but need a wine bottle opener... couldn't find one in the home. enjoyed our stay will do it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Tracy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very disappointed with river which is not hosts fault the internet was totally frustrating and never did come in never got my 100 rebate for signing up for a credit card i didnt need kinda felt like it was over priced but over all it was a nice clean place and host did communicate
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and cute set-up. We had plenty of room to spread out and also to cozily be together. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kirk D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
River and patio were amazing. House was very clean and bed was comfortable. Squirrels and lots of deer. We even saw several frogs!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

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

Perfect getaway

Great location and perfect for a family getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara D.

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

Lovely Cottage

Nice cottage with beautiful light and yard. We saw several deer while staying here, and it was quite peaceful. Good proximity to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brandi M.

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

Awesome place

The house was beautiful, peaceful and great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria A.

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

Great location

Loved the location on the river. It was perfect for my family weekend getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Derek S.

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

Great place for a Hill Country experience

Beautiful situation, deer in the garden early in the morning, easy access to all of hill country locations, clean. quiet and comfortable, would like to stay again on another visit to this part of Texas
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristina L.

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

Great spot

Loved the location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

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

Outstanding location

This place has the best of both worlds. Relatively secluded with river access and yet just 10 min walk into of Wimberley. Lovely home for a few nights stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

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

Great location

Close to the square, very private and peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michele A.

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

Cozy house

The property is great we will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lorette W.

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

Second visit

We stayed at Frog Cottage for the second time and it does not disappoint. We had a great time with our 18-month old granddaughter watching the birds, deer and squirrels. Great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clark S.

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

Spring Break

We had a great time and the river access was wonderful. We really enjoyed the house and the proximity to the town.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julia D.

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

Wonderful Getaway!

Property is amazing, so beautiful and feels remote even though you could actually walk to the town square. Everything is as pictured and check in/check out was easy. Would highly recommend and would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dewawn W.

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

Quick, Restful Family Getaway

The view and river access were fantastic! Kids enjoyed the available Wi-Fi when they weren’t playing in the water, so everyone left happy.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shelbi M.

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

Second Stay at Frog Cottage

We love the location and views at Frog Cottage. During our stay we made quick trips to the Guadalupe River and Schlitterbahn along with enjoying Wimberley. It was a perfect central location. We will stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Great river stay

Really cozy, beautiful property on the river. We enjoyed seeing deer around the house in the morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022