This property checks all the boxes for everything youâd want for a relaxing getaway. Home and grounds are immaculate. Calm, quiet and serene and the added bonus of random wildlife makes being in or outside in the rocking chairs awesome.
Very easy family getaway, the kids loved the fishing. Used string cheese and caught a little perch every 5 minutes or so. Water was a little low but still very enjoyable!
Immaculate property, very clean, well provisioned, great communication from owner, quiet and secluded location, amazing clear creek teeming with fish, lots of wildlife and family fun....great family getaway!
This was one of the most beautiful properties weâve ever stayed at. The creek was crystal clear and the views were breathtaking. We loved watching all the birds and deer from the porch. We will definitely be back!
Look forward to going back, super clean inside and out. The creek was awesome, view during the day was amazing and night time deer! They were great to watch. Well taking care of property and worth the drive and cost. Thanks and look forward to next time!
What a gem! Green everywhere. Serenity with nature watching the birds and squirrels from the porch. The water is crystal clear. The little fish swam around us peacefully. The house was clean and comfortable. So many good amenities. Spacious and several sitting areas. We felt rejuvenated for sure over the weekend.
This place is a gem. We had plans to explore the area but just ended up hanging out by the water, fishing, swimming and playing with kayaks and paddle boards all day. One of the most relaxing trips we've had. We will definitely be back!
Glorious tranquil get-away! Little slice of heaven
What a magical little private oasis! We loved every minute of our secluded get away... the quiet mornings, humming birds, live water and all the kayaking and paddle boarding we could squeeze in. Definitely plan on returning! Kids ages 7 and 8 couldnât stop talking about all the simple fun we had!
Nice retreat and break for Doctor's Visit Road Trip
We stayed at Tortuga Frio on a return road trip to MD Anderson for my Dad. The property was perfect for some quality time cooking and sitting down by the water fishing with Dad. The property is well maintained, stocked with all the needed amenities and had special touches from a caring host. It is the small things sometimes; extra toilet paper, salt and pepper, coffee and a sense that the hosts want you to feel at home in their home. Thank you for sharing your home with us and helping us create memories.
My husband, two grandsons and I had a wonderful time while staying at this property. The house had everything we needed. Sitting on the porch and watching the rain was so relaxing. The creek was so clear and beautiful. My youngest grandson spent a lot of time fishing. The oldest grandson enjoyed the paddleboard. We all loved swimming. The surrounding area is breathtaking. We voted this property as our favorite place!
We had the best time staying at Tortuga Frio. The home was lovely and well-stocked. The owner, Lori, was very sweet and thoughtful. The property is beautiful and we did not lack for entertainment. We caught fish after fish on the dock using a fly rod and regular fishing pole. We enjoyed exploring the creek on the paddle boards and kayakâall provided by the host. The fireflies put on quite a show for us as did the hummingbirds. Lovely, lovely time.
This property was perfect for children ages 3 and 9. The swimming dock in the middle of the creek is ideal for that age. Fishing was fun for that age as most of the fish were small. Catch and release worked well. Serious fishermen will want to be on deeper water. Great lawn leading down to a nice creekside patio.
The house was cozy and comfortable and well stocked. The host was very responsive and helpful.
We arrived to this sweet, quaint river house and were immediately greeted by hummingbirds and deer. It could not have been more perfect. The cliffs overlooking the water are beautiful
and the entire property is extremely well-kept and clean. My family enjoyed catch and release fishing off the dock, swimming in the crystal clear water, and spending time together in the peacefulness of this sweet home. The host was super friendly with many suggestions. The home itself was clean and had everything we needed and the beds were comfortable! This home had a very comforting and welcoming feel. We will absolutely be back to recharge when we visit TX again.
What a wonderful property! The pictures don't do it justice. The porch provides an excellent spot to hang out and view the creek which is crystal clear, teaming with fish and over 7 feet deep in the middle! My kids loved the floating dock, feeding/catching the fish and hanging out in the camping themed kids' room. The Browns showed us excellent hospitality by providing a very thoughtful welcoming present as well as Mr. Brown checking up on us to ensure we had everything that we needed. This house is well stocked and has all the comforts of home. We'll be back!
Tortuga Frio is the most peaceful, beautiful get away we have taken this summer! The creek side area was so much fun and so well planned.
We really enjoyed the nature as well as the water. The house is just perfect for a family with children. It was a sensationally good time for all and we will be back. If you are looking for a vacation in the Kerrville area this is the place to stay! We were picking up a camper just up the road
and when we told the owners the reason for this stay they were so kind to offer should our camper need anything at camp prior to our stay they were close by and available to help. I don't think you find many people like that these days so on top of a wonderful facility you have exceptional owners. I hope you visit this wonderful destination soon.
Bobi
Very impressed with the cleanliness and comforts provided with this property. The house was more than enough room for my wife and I with our two children (10 and 7). The house and the views are better than the pictures provided. The views from the house, porch, and by the creek were wonderful. It was warm enough the first day for the kids to go for a swim in the creek. The fishing was great for the kids as well with non-stop action in the mornings and evenings (catch and release small perch). We enjoyed a thunderstorm one evening on the porch and woke up to turkeys in the yard the next morning. A very quick and scenic drive to Kerrville can be made as well as a short drive to Fredericksburg. Lori was a pleasure to deal with and clearly cares about the experience of her guests. We had a great time and hope to return.
Heath C.
10/10 Excellent
David L.
19 mars 2018
A Peaceful Retreat
A nicely remodeled, cozy retreat. As others have noted, the water is beautiful, and teeming with fish. Mostly blue gill, with a few nice-sized bass, and a big ole catfish. Good-sized yard, great for the kids! Even though it's an easy drive to HEB and Kerrville in general, its location makes it seem further. No visible neighbors across the creek = a great sense of solitude. No traffic noises, plenty of birds! MINOR tweaks to consider? The family room has a love seat, but there's room (in my opinion) for a couch, which would accommodate another sleeper (2 if it was a pullout). Note that the master suite is right off the kitchen, which doesn't lend itself to the folks in that room sleeping late if others are in the kitchen. We had a blast, thoroughly enjoyed ourselves!
The owner, Lori Brown, goes the extra mile to make your stay as memorable and enjoyable as possible. If the dates you are looking for are not available we have three other river properties in the area! VRBO # 474066, VRBO #729896 and VRBO #731951.