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Rio Vista at Lightning Bug Springs

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Escape to Rio Vista at Lightning Bug Springs, nestled on 15 acres along the Dry Frio River. Enjoy a peaceful retreat with a swimming pool, hiking trails, and outdoor pavilion or watch deer graze in the field while you unwind by the large fire pit.

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8167 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space

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About this property

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

Rio Vista at Lightning Bug Springs

If you`re looking to escape the hustle and bustle of big city Rio Vista at Lightning Bug Springs is the perfect destination; 15 acres of beautiful property nestled along the banks of the Dry Frio. Don`t let the name `Dry` fool you, though. There is a swimming hole just steps away. The property offers a swimming pool, hiking trails, a large fire pit, volleyball net, outdoor pavilion, tire swings, horse shoes, soccer goals and large shade trees for enjoying nature. In the evening watch the sun set while the deer graze in the field.
Rio Vista offers 3 bedrooms; 1 king, 1 Queen & 2 Bunkbeds and 2 full bathrooms. It has a fully equipped kitchen with a full size refrigerator, range top oven, microwave, dishwasher and coffee pot. It has a living room with two couches and two chairs. The dining area has a large dining table for 6.
The home has central air & heat, washer & dryer and a smart tv.

Rio Vista is far enough from the noise of the main river to experience a peaceful retreat, but just minutes from Concan and its quaint restaurants, quirky shops or to float the Frio.
No Pets
No Parking or Driving on grass
No ATV`s or Off Road Vehicles
Pavilion Kitchen can only be used if approved by management
NO PARTIES

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

Communal pool

Internet

Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

Parking on site

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Microwave
Oven
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Fireplace
Living room

Entertainment

TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Patio

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Location highlights

On a river
On the waterfront

Things to do

Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher

General

Garden
Unit size: 1,798 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out

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

Rules

No Pets No Parking or Driving on grass No ATV`s or Off Road Vehicles Pavilion Kitchen can only be used if approved by management NO PARTIES

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

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

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

191660

About the area

Located in Uvalde, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Concan Golf Course and Country Club and Frio Valley Ranch 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 Garner State Park and Frio Bat Cave. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching. Visit our Uvalde travel guide

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Uvalde, TX

What's nearby

Frio River
15 min drive - 17.3 km
Garner State Park
23 min drive - 27.5 km
Concan Golf Course and Country Club
21 min drive - 22.2 km
Frio Valley Ranch Golf Club
21 min drive - 22.2 km
Frio Bat Cave
22 min drive - 26.8 km

Getting around

San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
112 min drive

Restaurants

Hippie Chic's River Shack
16 min drive
Joe Jimmys
16 min drive
Neal's Dining Room
16 min drive
Feed Rack Grill
16 min drive
Peachy Pochy
16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Rio Vista at Lightning Bug Springs have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Rio Vista at Lightning Bug Springs pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Rio Vista at Lightning Bug Springs?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rio Vista at Lightning Bug Springs?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rio Vista at Lightning Bug Springs?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rio Vista at Lightning Bug Springs located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 11.5 mi (18.5 km) from Concan Golf Course and Country Club and 11.5 mi (18.6 km) from Frio Valley Ranch Golf Club. Frio Bat Cave and Frio River are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10/10 Excellent

Martin V.

12 May 2024

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

Nice, Quiet, Roomy, Fun.

I enjoy the peace and quiet. Secluded, but close enough to Garner State Park. Kids enjoyed playing soccer. Plenty of room inside. It was nice having the entire place to ourselves.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn P.

7 Jun 2024

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

Enjoyed our stay

The house we stayed in was perfect for all 5 of us. There is just no water in the Frio River to float so loved that this place had a swimming pool. My granddaughters loved the tire swing. We played games in the evening and sat on the porch at night to look up at the stars. This is a great place to bring your family for a get away and enjoy relaxing

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rajatha R.

20 Mar 2024

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

Experience Hill Country at its best

We loved loved the location. Waking up to the sight of mountains, tranquil river and birds chirping from the hundreds of trees - we had a wonderful stay at Lightining Bug Springs. We stayed in the Rio Vista cabin in the spring season and it was rustic, cute, comfortable and has superb views of hills & river. The kids loved to play on the deck, climb trees, eat meals, paint rocks, collect wildflowers and splash in the river below - it was an amazing experience for everyone. When we were driving to the cabin, we thought its too remote and were skeptical, but once we entered the property, we saw the beauty of this place. Also, its one of the rare places in Concan/Uvalde where the owners provide you with linens and towels and kitchenware. The owner Dena was very responsive and also accommodated our change of plans last minute. We had a leisurely trip which is exactly wat we needed to escape the busy city life. We spent a day at Garner State park (really lovely during spring with fresh water in the Frio river and colorful wildflowers bursting everywhere), went for Frio Bat Cave tour and saw millions of bat zooming out at dusk, drove through misty hills to Lost Maples natural park and explored small town Concan with country music and cute cafes. This was one of the best places we have stayed in, little expensive given the remote location but totally worth it! Hope to come back in the Fall season.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Justin M.

12 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Was ok for what we needed.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

10 Jul 2022

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

Great overall stay

It was a great location , peaceful and quite will definitely book again in the near future .

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doris W.

4 Aug 2024

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

Fantastic

Beautiful and peaceful area

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Chaise S.

29 Jun 2025

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Rio vista

The location and swimming hole were awesome!!!! Super quiet, very peaceful! Bbq pits weren’t the cleanest and half way falling apart, or had no grates.Beds were as expected for a rental, had an outlet that was in the living room with a broken cover. Electric hazard for children. Dishes were put up but dirty, had to wash before we used them. Overall would come back just for location and swimming hole.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

20 Feb 2022

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

Family Reunion

We were looking for a place to spend time with our son, daughter-in-law and four grandchildren. This was perfect for us. The floorplan was perfect: separate bedroom for mom and dad, bunkroom with four bunks and bathroom on one end of the house, master suite for grandparents on the other end of the house. Beautiful deck overlooking the river. Soccer field and equipment, tether ball courts, horseshoe pits, fire pit--so many ways for an active family like ours to spend time together. Dena was a terrific hostess. Communication was immediate and accurate. We will definitely consider utilizing this property again next year.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

6/10 Okay

Laura K.

6 May 2022

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

Good option for near Garner

We stayed here for access to Garner. The location was amazing, the back porch was a dream, and the accommodations were good. Only cons we found: 1)Finding this particular house in the complex at night when we arrived was difficult. Would advise a little hand drawn map or something on the arrival instructions since this one is down a path and hard to see. 2)Parking seems limited. The only place to park for this unit is by the bunkhouses, which were empty while we were there but had someone been in them that drove I think this would have been an issue. 3)If you are taller than about 5ft you will have to squat to shower. My brother and I are 5'5" and 5'510" each and the shower head was below our faces, my poor 6'8" husband REALLY struggled since the shower stall was also compact width/length wise. Overall enjoyed our stay. Would probably try the log cabin looking unit next time.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022