Private Cabin and Guesthouse Rentals on a 140-Acre Texas Wildlife Ranch
River access, exotic wildlife, and Bortle 2 dark skies—just 90 minutes from Austin.
Closer than you think. An easy drive from Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, and San Antonio.
Complimentary Tamron wilderness kayaks.​
MAKE TIME FOR NATURE.
LEAVE THE REST TO US.
Some things should be simple.
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Packing the car.
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Turning off your phone.
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Watching the deer wander past the porch.
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Staying outside a little longer because the stars are beginning to appear.
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That's the kind of time we hope you'll have at Red Bluff Guest Ranch. We've taken care of the details that make it easier to settle in and harder to hurry home.
Book your stay. Pack light. Enjoy the drive. We have the details covered.
RANCH AT A GLANCE
Photos of the river, wlldlife, and night sky were taken on the ranch. Gorman Falls is 25 minutes away in Colorado Bend State Park.
PRIVATE RIVER SHORELINE
Enjoy a half mile of private Colorado River shoreline with exclusive access via our ranch roads.
WILDLIFE PRESERVE
Explore 140 acres of working conservation land, home to rare and native wildlife.
BORTLE 2 DARK SKIES
Experience Bortle 2 dark skies: pristine views of the Milky Way far from city lights.
STATE PARK PROXIMITY
Take a short scenic drive to Colorado Bend State Park for hiking, caves, & Gorman Falls.
TEXAS HILL COUNTRY LODGING
Choose between two distinct ways to experience the ranch—each with its own setting, space, and pace.
Whether you prefer a cozy Southwestern style cabin or a more spacious family hideaway, your stay is centered around open skies, natural surroundings, and the rhythm of ranch life.
Book your stay; pack light. Enjoy the drive. We have the details covered.
Andi's Cabin | Cabin Rental Near Colorado Bend State Park | Red Bluff Guest Ranch
A thoughtfully designed Texas-rustic retreat perfect for couples or small families seeking an authentic ranch getaway, wildlife encounters, and easy river trail access by day with the comforts of home waiting at day's end.​
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• Sleeps up to 4 | 1 Bedroom & 1 Bath
• Private Hot Tub
• Outdoor Fireplace​
•Starlink Internet
• Private Laundry Room
• Full-size kitchen appliances
• 32-foot covered porch
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Redbird Landing | Cabin Rental Near Colorado Bend State Park | Red Bluff Guest Ranch
A spacious layout designed for larger families or holiday group gatherings wishing to share a classic Texas Hill Country ranch experience.
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• Sleeps 6 | 3 Bedrooms & 2 Baths
• Regulation Table Shuffleboard
• Game Room with 3-in-1 poker/ bumper pool/dining table.
• Fire Pit under Bortle 2 Dark Skies
• Large Kitchen for Holiday Gatherings
• Outdoor Grill, Blackstone Griddle
• Private Laundry
GUEST REVIEWS
HOW WE HOST
Red Bluff Guest Ranch is hosted by its owners, who live and work on the land. Guests value the balance here—privacy when you want it, and attentive help when you need it. From maintaining the ranch and wildlife habitat to preparing each lodging with care, the focus is on creating a relaxed, well-run stay that feels personal without being intrusive. Karen and John are generally nearby if needed, while always respecting each guest’s space and independence.
"We have been to Red Bluff Guest Ranch several times. The hosts, John and Karen, have always gone above and beyond to make our stay special." Donna H., Redbird Landing
AN EASY DRIVE -- A WORLD AWAY
Tucked into the Texas Hill Country near Colorado Bend State Park, Red Bluff Guest Ranch is an easy drive from the largest cities in Texas.
Austin — 90
Waco — 110
San Antonio — 150
Fort Worth — 160
Dallas — 180
Midland — 215
Houston — 250
Corpus Christi — 290
All via major highways. Most guests arrive in less than 4 hours.