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This is THE place for big groups.

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Exterior
6 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Dining
Escape to The Ranch Lodge at The Riv, a serene retreat on the exclusive Nueces River. Big groups or multiple families can unwind in the spacious floor plan featuring a large kitchen and dining area that seats 16+ people. Previous guests have loved this lodge for its unique vacation experience.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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About the neighborhood

Located in Uvalde, this lodge is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Nueces River and Garner State Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Uvalde, TX

What's nearby

  • Frio River - 53 min drive - 39.1 miles
  • Garner State Park - 58 min drive - 42.6 miles

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Canyon BBQ and Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Casa Falcon - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Corner Store Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kios - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Casa Sifuentes - ‬7 min drive

About this property

This is THE place for big groups.

Lodge by the lake
A firepit, a garden, and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at This is THE place for big groups.. Adventurous travelers may like the kayaking at this lodge. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities.
Additional perks include:
  • Tennis courts, water sports equipment, and barbecue grills
  • Outdoor furniture, beach towels, and a dock
  • Smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at This is THE place for big groups. boast comforts such as air conditioning and separate dining areas, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and dining tables.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • 4 bathrooms with showers and shampoo
  • Balconies or patios, separate dining areas, and kitchens

Property manager

Zach

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Playground
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 18
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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Frequently asked questions

Is This is THE place for big groups. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at This is THE place for big groups.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at This is THE place for big groups.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is This is THE place for big groups. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this lodge is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Nueces River.

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This is THE place for big groups. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Juli L.

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

Amazing getaway

Wonderful place for large group!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca H.

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

Clean and roomy

We enjoyed our stay at the Riv!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

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

Great 4th of July experience!

We enjoyed a family 4th of July away as an extended family group at the Ranch lodge and had a fantastic time! The accommodations were spacious and there was a room and a bed for everybody. The casita was brand new and the lodge had everything we needed. We were able to cook and enjoy time together, play in the water, and enjoy a few games of pickle ball as well. We would definitely recommend this location for groups of 10 or more! Also, the fireworks were spectacular and right there within view of our lodge backyard.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Saurin S.

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

Solar Eclipse viewing party

We had 17 in the group mostly family and few friends. This place is about 30-min from Uvalde in a remote area by the river. We stayed in the Ranch Lodge that accommodate upto 18 people. Overall, the group enjoyed viewing the Solar eclipse, playing pickle ball, kayaking, s'mores and golf carting. Cyndy, the facilities manager and her partner Pat were extra nice, met our requests promptly and gave us good guidance about nearby restaurants. We enjoyed our stay and the viewing solar eclipse (awesome experience) on a party cloudy day.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

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

Team Bonding Trip

Everyone had a great time. This place is beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024