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Shooting stars, Campfires, Whispering Winds

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10157 sq m

Popular amenities

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  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • WasherWasherWasher

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Smithville, TX
  • Popular LocationBastrop State Park7 min drive
  • Popular LocationBuescher State Park8 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake Bastrop18 min drive
  • AirportAustin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)44 min drive

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About the area

Smithville

On waterfront.A stay at this vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Colorado River and 3 miles (5 km) of Buescher State Park. Bastrop State Park and World's Largest Gingerbread Man are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Bastrop State Park - 7 min drive
  • Ascension Seton Smithville - 7 min drive
  • Buescher State Park - 8 min drive
  • Lost Pines Golf Club - 15 min drive
  • Lake Bastrop - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • Texas Coffee Works - 8 min drive
  • El Mexicano Grill - 8 min drive
  • Dairy Queen - 8 min drive
  • Comfort Cafe - 8 min drive
  • Fat Cat Lounge and Cafe - 7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Shooting stars, Campfires, Whispering Winds

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

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1689.9 sq ft (157 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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: 20
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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Shooting stars, Campfires, Whispering Winds Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 70 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

shawn y.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

virgil I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Awesome place, nice and quiet, clean with a fantastic location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time!
Perfect getaway! We enjoyed the home. I would recommend the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

8/10 Good

Hunter H.

Liked: Cleanliness
April 2023 stay
The house was fine for a quick stay and the property manager was responsive when called. Of important note, the listing is misleading in that there are only 2 bathrooms (not 3 as listed) and the home is not 1700 sq ft (it was around 1200-1300).
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

John J., Center point, Kerr

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Becky C.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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

10/10 Excellent

Sam H.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Kasey W.

Liked: Cleanliness
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