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Exterior
Living room w/fireplace
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 15325.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Fredericksburg, TX
  • National Museum of the Pacific War
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Enchanted Rock Fissure
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Chisholm Trail Winery
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Cabin - Living Room

1 Double Futon and 1 Single Bed

CABIN MASTER

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Queen Room

1 Queen Bed

Queen Room 2

1 Queen Bed

Twim Room

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Cabin Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Book 3 nights/ 4th night FREE! Perfect for gatherings.

* RANCHO DEL SOL WILL BE SHUTTING DOWN TEMPORARILY FROM SEPT 1, 2025 - MARCH 2026 FOR REMODELING. WE PLAN TO REOPEN BY SPRING BREAK 2026 BETTER THAN BEFORE!!


Rancho Del Sol is nestled in the beautiful hill country of Fredericksburg, Texas. The ranch comes complete with central a/c and heating, comfy beds, linens & pillows, dishes, BBQ pit, Television, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, washer, dryer, and huge stone fireplace. Kitchen, living, and dining room areas are large and spacious. The dining table seats 10 people. The couches are over sized and cozy enough to sleep in. The front porch is a great place for that morning cup of coffee while sitting on a rocking chair savoring the rolling hills, scenic vistas, and abundant wildlife which include white-tailed deer, turkey, dove, axis, black buck antelope, fallow, elk and zebra. It's a 232 acre TEXAS SAFARI. Great for hiking and biking, or take the kids arrowhead searching near the pond.

The main lodge/house has beds for party of 8 (1 queen king bed, 2 queen beds, and 2 twin beds), plus 4 twin air mattresses available for use.

The cabin (2nd building) located approximately 100 yards from the main house has an additional beds for 5 (queen bed, 1 queen sleeper sofa, 1 twin bed,) with its own bathroom, kitchen sink and mini fridge. There is no additional charge for use of the cabin, but there is an additional $125 housekeeping fee for housekeeping.

The ranch has a gorgeous private pool with grotto and water fall that is perfect for those hot Texas summer days. Natural springs feed the creek and fishing pond and is stocked with catfish and perch. Don’t forget to bring your own tackle and bait!!!!

The town of Fredericksburg has great food, quaint shops, and several wineries. If your adventurous, then we suggest taking a hike up Enchanted Rock, or watching the daily immersion and return of bats at the Old Tunnel Management Area , or possibly a visit to The Wild Seed Farm. If you don't mind the drive, then San Antonio, Texas is just 1 hour away!!!

Kubota ATV available for rent at $69 per day, and must be rented for the total number of nights in reservation.

The pet fee of $200 is for 2 pets. Case by case basis on pets.

Please note: Base lodging rate is for double occupancy (2 guests), there is an additional charge per additional guest per night. A 7% Gillespie County sales tax added to all reservations in addition to the state tax. NO REFUNDS FOR CHANGES 14 DAYS OR LESS PRIOR TO ARRIVAL. THIS INCLUDES NO SHOW GUESTS OR CABIN USE.

Property manager

LANETTE MARTINEZ
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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, birthday parties, weddings
Events allowed on a case by case basis.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Pets allowed on a case by case basis.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Visitors can smoke outside.

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: 15
Note from host: Events allowed on a case by case basis.
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Fredericksburg

Fredericksburg is home to this holiday home. Pioneer Museum and Artisans At Rocky Hill are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Hye Meadow Winery and Fredericksburg Winery. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Fredericksburg, TX

What's nearby

  • St. Mary's Catholic Church - 39 min drive - 27.4 km
  • National Museum of the Pacific War - 40 min drive - 28.2 km
  • Enchanted Rock Fissure - 41 min drive - 29.3 km
  • Hye Meadow Winery - 46 min drive - 26.6 km
  • Chisholm Trail Winery - 54 min drive - 32.7 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 108 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hill Top Cafe - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Book 3 nights/ 4th night FREE! Perfect for gatherings. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Book 3 nights/ 4th night FREE! Perfect for gatherings. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Book 3 nights/ 4th night FREE! Perfect for gatherings.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Book 3 nights/ 4th night FREE! Perfect for gatherings.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Book 3 nights/ 4th night FREE! Perfect for gatherings. located?

Situated in Fredericksburg, this holiday home is within 16 miles (25 km) of Hye Meadow Winery, Main Street and Pioneer Museum. Artisans At Rocky Hill and Fredericksburg Winery are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 130 out of 141 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 141 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 141 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 141 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dusty M.

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

Always a great stay!

Love this place! Peaceful and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy D.

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

Great place to stay if you love the outdoors

25 mins from downtown Fredericksburg, you feel like you have the hill country to yourself. Great place with amazing views.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

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

Blown Away

This property was exactly what we had hoped for and truly even better than we expected. We are grateful for the experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

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

Great Property

This was our family’s second visit to this property and it didn’t disappoint. Love the animals, the pool, the house. Made for a very relaxing and enjoyable vacation. Easy drive to Fredericksburg. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caron G.

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

Paradise

We had the best time, everything you need is there. Just bring food and drinks. Will be back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

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

Beautiful Property

Our family had a wonderful time staying at this ranch. Lots of stuff to do! Beautiful scenery!!Fun getaway!! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

Hill country paradise

Beautiful high fence ranch. Lots of white tail, fallow and axis deer. Rams, zebras, and more. House was great and the pool was perfect for our four day getaway from Houston’s august heat. We had a blast. Awesome views, sunsets and we even had a lighting show. Overall a terrific place to visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate G.

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

Perfect getaway

Wonderful stay. Lots of nature, animals, and quiet time. The house was wonderful with all of the things you'll need.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M., Corpus Christi

We loved it!

This was a great trip! Perfect combo with the town close by and getting a way from everything. Everyone had a blast. We can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

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

Overall great experience

Very thoughtful and well organized house with great experiences for little ones and older kids. Trekking in the Kubota to see all the wildlife was the highlight of the trip. Will definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

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

Perfect Hill Country ranch setting

We so enjoyed being back in the Hill Country. My husband and I took our grandson on his first trip into the Hill Country. We all enjoyed the abundance of wildlife - both native and exotics. Lovely sunrises and beautiful night skys. The amenities provided everything we needed. Outside we loved the pool, the pond and exploring the ranch. We rented the ATV. There is a map of the ranch in garage. Worth checking out before you start exploring
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sam W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Mostly Splendid

Very nice property, great views of the hill country, cozy and comfortable accommodations, and getting the chance to see the wildlife including the Zebras was really nice. The only downside to this place was the scorpions that were found inside the main house and the cabin and the huge wasps that weren’t aggressive towards us but they were pretty scary and we were led to believe the pool would be usable but it wasn’t. It wasn’t heated and the pool filter system wasn’t working so it was pretty dirty. All in all, we had a nice time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcie W.

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

Perfect

This was a wonderful experience for our family. Thank you so much.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelli S.

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

Wonderful ranch for a large crowd

We had a wonderful girls weekend celebrating my friend’s upcoming wedding. The decor and setting is uniquely Texas Hill Country and the home is well-stocked with everything you need. We enjoyed sitting on the porch and watching all the animals.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

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

Great, Memorable Time

Home was beautifully decorated, fully furnished with everything needed, and extremely clean. Thoroughly enjoyed the shooting range, horseshoes, fire pit. Using Kobota was so much fun. Lots of animals to see. Just a great 3 days.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lesia S.

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

Great home and location

The home was very clean and had all the accomodations you could need. The pool are was great and we all really enjoyed it. There were a couple small hitches, but the owners we fantastic about taking care of them. I really felt at home and enjoyed our stay. I would definitely come again! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

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

Relaxing

My husband and I stayed here for a much needed time of rest. This home is absolutely lovely and very peaceful. We were visited each morning and evening by all of the natural wildlife. It is quiet and secluded which was great for us. The pool was a hit with us as well since it has been so extremely hot this summer. Would love to come back with family when we get the chance. The drive to town isn’t to far if you feel the need to do some shopping or sight seeing! Great place!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Goldie V.

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

Great experience

We were looking for a place to relax with our kids and grandkids. The ranch house was both roomy and comfortable. Tha swimming pool was amazing and a huge hit with the grandkids. But that was not all… Side by side available to drive the property Natural and exotic wildlife (zebra and Axis deer) Fishing pond Shooting range Just a short drive from Fredericksburg This was venue was a hit for everyone! Hope we can do it again next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle P.

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

Country living at its best

This placed fulfilled all our county living fantasies. As my kids put it as we drove through the backroads to the property, “we are out in the boonies!” We loved the peace of sitting on the porch watching wildlife and listening to birds as we took in the views of rolling hills. Renting the kubota is a must! We saw the zebra multiple times and they even came through by the front porch one night. The kids enjoyed the pool and running around the land. Freedom! The house is big, comfortable, very clean and well stocked! We’re glad we stocked up at Walmart before we arrived because we ended up not wanting to even go into Fredericksburg as planned once we arrived.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

oliver g.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Not Quite ‘It’

Biggest problem was the electronic gate code. The gate does not work as programmed. You literally have to pull the pin then manually open the gate and then manually close it and fight the closer until you can pin it again. Needs serious work. REAL pain. Pool nice but needs cleaning. Atmosphere very far like as advertised and many animals. Probably not suited for couples but plenty so for families. We would not choose to go again because of the gate hassle
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Donnie C.

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

Ranch

Nice country/ranch atmosphere with deer, turkey, and even zebra, and beautiful pool. The property manager, Danny, was outstanding. The only drawbacks were the house had a really bad mice problem and the promised ATV which we were charged $70 per day was out of order. the second day the property manager let us use the owners but we were never reimbursed for the first day of not having one. Also, the grass was not mowed. With that kind of fee being charged, very disappointing. Also the VRBO host manager, Lanette Martinez, never answered any of our questions. Very poor communication from her. All she responded was demanding payment, seemed to be all she was interested in, did not answer one question. Will never deal with her again, no matter the property.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Patty G.

Outstanding

Rancho Del Sol is the place to go. My husband's cancer is in remission and he was given a second chance. I wanted to celebrate with a special getaway. I searched over 400 rentals in Fredericksburg. Rancho Del Sol is like opening the magazine "Cowboy and Indians" with its western décor. Your ranch foreman, Danny was exceptional. He directed me to Walmart and HEB. He is the best, he is definitely an asset to your ranch. I would wake up early and go sit out on the huge front porch facing east and watch the beautiful sunrise, reflect on my many blessings and enjoy my coffee. At night the millions of stars were beautiful. Your ranch was exceptional with the large kitchen, huge freezer, washer, dryer and watching programs from our childhood "Roy Rogers" and "The Lone Ranger", wonderful memories. Riding the John Deere "Gator" on the property was a plus. Enjoyed seeing the vast array of wildlife on your ranch. This wonderful man I married 44 years ago and had endured 24 months of surgeries, chemo and radiation had a GREAT TIME. Your ranch provided a special quality time for just the two of us and created special memories forever. We didn't want to leave. Your ranch provided an experience of a lifetime. We thank you so very much......

10/10 Excellent

Leigh B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki C.

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

This is an amazing place for a getaway in the TX Hill Country.

Our stay was outstanding. House was clean, spacious, comfortable. Property is dog friendly. A great place just to get away and relax in the TX Hill Country not far from quaint Fredericksburg. Rent the Kubota and scout the property. You will be enthralled at the exotic animals and the rugged terrain!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josie D.

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

Rancho del Sol

A true Texas experience! Very quiet location. Tons of stars and interesting animals.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by LANETTE MARTINEZ

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Denise is the owner of a delivery, moving, & storage company in the Houston, TX. She visited Fredericksburg, TX over 20 years ago and fell in love with quaint little town. She first purchased the property as a private getaway but could not visit as much as she would have liked. As she shared the property with friends and family, Denise realized how much they enjoyed it. She then decided to make it available to the public to enjoy.

Why they chose this property

Here at Rancho Del Sol we pride ourselves in making our house your home away from home that you and your family with want to return to regularly. Many customers become regulars. They tell us about the memories and good times they had which is what vacationing should be all about. Even with all the town of Fredericksburg has to offer, many people don't want to leave the ranch during there stay. They love it!!

What makes this property unique

Many properties as large as ours (232 acres), have multiple houses or cabins to book more than one party at a time. When you book Rancho Del Sol you have the property all to yourself!! There are daily visits from our friendly ranch foreman to feed the animals, answer questions ,or provide assistance to our guests.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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