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3-Acre Hilltop | Lake Views | 5 Kings | Pool

House in Buchanan Dam, TX

16 guests·5 bedrooms·3 bathrooms

Why you'll love this stay

Outdoor Living

Outdoor Living

Soak in panoramic Hill Country sunsets from private decks.

Entertainment & Amenities

Entertainment & Amenities

Private plunge pool and fire pit create resort-like gatherings.

Location & Accessibility

Location & Accessibility

Quiet hilltop location with easy drive access and lake nearby.

Property details

Welcome to Black Rock Ranch (5 beds / 3.5 bath) — Hosted by Texan Resorts, a small, locally owned family business. Escape the crowded vacation neighborhoods and unwind on 3 secluded Hill Country acres overlooking Lake Buchanan. Wake to breathtaking colors of lake sunrises, relax beside your private plunge pool and shaded cabana, and end the day with colorful Hill Country sunsets on our covered decks. Quiet hours: 21:00 to 09:00. Pets: Allowed (maximum 1). Smoking: Not allowed. Events: Allowed. Suitable for: children and infants. Additional rules: **This is not a party house** - If you want to party without consideration for noise complaints, click on my profile or request the link to the full 6 bedroom listing. The 6 bedroom listing removes any potential neighbors you may have. By booking, I acknowledge, there is an apartment adjacent to the Main house that shares 2 walls with the Main House. The Apartment shares no amenities except a parking space in the parking area, and Apt guests do not have access to the backyard. Noise Ordinance is 9pm - 9am. $100 fee for excessive noise violations (reserved for inconsiderate, disrespectful guests or party throwers). Dynamic Pricing per group size: Please enter accurate guest counts and travel dates when booking.. We are a small local family business committed to providing a five-star experience. If anything during your stay does not meet expectations, please reach out right away — we respond quickly and genuinely value the opportunity to resolve issues during your stay. We highly appreciate respectful communication and private, constructive feedback ASAP so we can continuously improve for future guests. Please do not wait until the reviews; we make every effort to rectify things for guests as soon as humanly possible. Rental Agreement Required: A short e-rental agreement will be sent immediately after booking and must be signed by the primary guest to receive access codes. Noise Monitoring: For neighborhood compliance, the property uses exterior and common-area noise monitoring devices that measure decibel levels only. No audio is recorded at any time, and there are no recording devices inside the home. Pet Policy: For a fee (per pet, per stay), well trained, indoor dogs are welcomed. No cats or other animals please. Dogs must be crated when unsupervised, and we kindly ask they not get on couches, bedding, etc which makes it very difficult for our cleaning staff & future guest allergies. On a case by base basis, when our cleaning staff encounters additional charges, we reserve the right to charge for excessive pet hair, uncleaned pet messes, and damages. Cleaning & House Rules: Standard cleaning is included in your reservation. For excessive cleaning, smoke or vape smells, pet messages, pet hair, damages we reserve the right to charge on case by case basis. There's something special about having room to spread out and enjoy the surroundings. Take in sweeping Lake Buchanan views from the elevated decks without neighboring homes crowding the scenery. Explore the natural Hill Country grounds, gather outdoors with family and friends, or find a peaceful spot to relax. At Black Rock Ranch, there's room to slow down, unwind, and reconnect. The Main House offers 5 king bedrooms, sleeping accommodations for up to 16 guests, and 3.5 bathrooms. With inviting living spaces, a well-equipped kitchen, and multiple indoor and outdoor gathering areas, it's designed for memorable getaways with family and friends. LAKE ACCESS - JUST MINUTES AWAY Black Rock Ranch overlooks Lake Buchanan but is not directly waterfront. Enjoy easy lake access at Black Rock Park, just a 5-minute walk or 1-minute drive away! The park offers public swimming, beach access, and kayak and paddleboard rentals. A small park admission fee applies, and equipment rentals are available for an additional fee, subject to availability. Boaters will appreciate the nearby FREE Llano County public boat ramp, plus multiple local boat rental options that can arrange boats on the lake of your choice throughout the surrounding Highland Lakes. BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS Five KING beds and three queen sleeper sofas provide sleeping accommodations for up to 16+ guests. All bedrooms include memory foam mattresses, quality linens, and pillows of varying firmness. Bedroom 1 - Primary Suite: King bed, ensuite bathroom with lake-view soaking tub, spacious shower with bench, double vanity, and separate toilet room. Opens onto a private upstairs deck with panoramic lake views. Bedrooms 2, 3 & 4: One king bed in each. Bedroom 5: King bed and queen sleeper sofa. Office: Queen sleeper sofa and dedicated workspace. Living Room: Queen sleeper sofa. For Little Ones: Travel crib / Pack 'n Play provided. Bathrooms: Primary ensuite as described above; second bathroom with tub/shower and double vanity; third bathroom with tub/shower and single vanity; plus a downstairs half bathroom. KITCHEN, DINING & LIVING The well-equipped kitchen includes a full-size refrigerator, oven, microwave, dishwasher, ice maker, toaster, blender, cookware, dishes, utensils, cooking oil, salt, pepper, and basic spices. Coffee: Keurig and traditional drip coffee makers are provided. Please bring your favorite coffee! Dining: Table for 8, kitchen bar for 3, covered outdoor dining for approximately 6-8, and 4 additional cabana seats. Living Room: 50-inch Roku Smart TV, gas fireplace, and comfortable seating connected to the kitchen. Classic games include Uno and Phase 10. Office: Dedicated workspace and fast Wi-Fi for remote work. Also provided: Full-size washer/dryer, Wi-Fi throughout the house and pool area, starter household supplies, basic toiletries, generous parking, and a Level 2 EV charger. OUTDOOR LIVING & 3 ACRES TO EXPLORE Enjoy our open Hill Country grounds, panoramic Lake Buchanan views from 3 decks, and the freedom to find your favorite place to relax. Cool off in the private 10 x 6-foot plunge pool, unwind in the shaded lake-view cabana, share a meal at the covered outdoor dining area, or grill on the Weber BBQ. As evening arrives, gather around the propane fire pit and enjoy the Hill Country sky. The grounds include natural terrain, where native wildlife may occasionally be present. Please explore with care, especially in grassy areas and after dark. FAMILY REUNIONS & GROUP GETAWAYS Black Rock Ranch is well suited for family reunions and group retreats. With advance approval, private gatherings of up to 25 people total on the property may be considered, including overnight guests, day visitors, and any separately booked Guest Suite occupants. This limit reflects septic capacity and is subject to property rules, applicable regulations, and booking-platform policies. Message us in advance with your group details to discuss suitability and pricing. OPTIONAL 6TH BEDROOM - PRIVATE GROUND-FLOOR KING GUEST SUITE Need additional room? Send us an inquiry and ask for our "6 bedroom Lake Buchanan listing"! The optional suite adds a ground-floor king bedroom, full bathroom, and kitchenette. When both accommodations are booked together, a short interior hallway can connect the suite to the Main House - particularly convenient for multigenerational families. PRIVACY & SEPARATE GUEST ACCOMMODATIONS If you book only the 5-bedroom Main House, the Guest Suite is NOT included and may be separately occupied by up to 2 other guests maximum. Both accommodations are designed for privacy and independence. Suite guests have their own exterior entrance on the left side of the property and reserved parking, with no access to your Main House, backyard, plunge pool, cabana, patios, or decks. Only the front driveway and Level 2 EV charger are shared. When rented separately, the short connecting hallway is secured by two locked exterior-grade security doors, one at each end, preventing interior access between accommodations. Thanks to the separate entrances, secure interior separation, and private outdoor amenities, most Main House guests barely notice when the Guest Suite is occupied. Both groups can enjoy their own private spaces throughout their stay. Guest have exclusive, non-shared access to the advertised 5 bedroom listing. The 3-acres is not shared by the Private Guest King Suite guests (except for driveway, their reserved parking spot, and the Level 2 EV charger). Self check-in at any time after earliest check-in time. We have a online Guest Guide with all the details to plan your trip & a Guest Services team available 24/7 to handle basic questions or they can escalate to the small local family business owners who stay engaged to assist. If you need anything, please just message us in the app or call the emergency line for more critical urgent situations. EXPLORE THE HIGHLAND LAKES & HILL COUNTRY 3 MIN: Local grocery/convenience store; FREE Llano County public boat ramp on Lake Buchanan. 12 MIN: Kingsland - H-E-B, restaurants, shopping, gas stations, Lake LBJ access. 15 MIN: Inks Lake State Park - swimming, kayaking, fishing, hiking, Devil's Waterhole; Longhorn Cavern State Park - guided cave tours. 20 MIN: Llano - BBQ, downtown shops, music, Llano River, Badu & Grenwelge parks; Burnet - dining, Bluebonnet Festival; Spider Mountain - lift-served biking; Reveille Peak Ranch - shooting range/scheduled events. 25 MIN: Marble Falls - dining, shopping, wineries, lake recreation; Horseshoe Bay - golf, dining, lake activities. 35 MIN: Hidden Falls Adventure Park - ATV/UTV, dirt bike and 4x4 trails. SUMMER CAMPS: Camp Longhorn (Inks Lake, C3, Indian Springs) and Camp Champions (Lake LBJ) - convenient for family drop-offs, pickups and scheduled visits. SCENIC DAY TRIPS: Vanishing Texas River Cruises - cliffs, waterfalls, wildlife and seasonal bald eagles; Canyon of the Eagles - hiking, birdwatching and stargazing; Colorado Bend State Park - Gorman Falls, spring-fed pools and hiking; Enchanted Rock - granite-dome hiking, climbing and stargazing. MORE ADVENTURES: Lake Buchanan, Lake LBJ, Inks Lake, Colorado River, boat rentals, fishing guides, wine tours, scenic drives, Llano Crawfish Open, rodeos, live music and holiday events. Drive times approximate; check hours, reservations and access. Private Ground-Floor Guest King Suite & Privacy - Black Rock Ranch has a separate Private Ground-Floor King Suite that may be occupied by other guests when booking the 5-bedroom Main House. Want exclusive use of both accommodations? Just ask us for the link to our 6-bedroom listing! - The Guest Suite has its own private exterior entrance on the left side of the property and reserved parking. Suite guests have no access to the Main House, backyard, plunge pool, cabana, patios, decks, or other private amenities. - The only shared areas are the front driveway and Level 2 EV charger. The interior connecting hallway remains securely closed off by two exterior-grade security doors when the accommodations are rented separately. We simply ask that guests maintain considerate indoor noise levels. You're welcome to enjoy the backyard and decks throughout the evening while keeping noise at respectful levels. Guest Counts, Visitors & Pets - To keep Black Rock Ranch affordable for both smaller and larger groups, our pricing varies based on overnight guest counts, approved day visitors, and pets. - All overnight guests, day visitors, and pets must be disclosed and approved by the host. Changes to your guest or pet counts may affect your reservation price. - Private gatherings require advance approval, with a maximum of 25 people on the property at any time, including overnight guests and day visitors. Rental Agreement - Within booking platform allowances, the booking guest is required to sign our straightforward, plain-English rental agreement. Security Cameras & Noise Monitoring - For everyone's safety and property security, exterior security cameras are positioned at the front and rear entrance areas. Footage is reviewed when needed for security, safety, or potential house-rule violations. There are no indoor security cameras. Noise-monitoring devices are located in the Main House's common areas. - These measure sound levels over time only—they do not record conversations or audio. We respect your privacy and want everyone to have a comfortable, relaxing stay at Black Rock Ranch. 3-Acres to Explore - As with any natural Hill Country setting, native wildlife may occasionally be present, so please explore the grounds with care.

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

1 Sofa Bed

Livingroom

1 Sofa Bed

Livingroom

1 Sofa Bed

What’s included

  • Self check-in

    Self check-in

  • Parking

    Parking

  • EV charger

    EV charger

  • Pool

    Pool

  • Washer

    Washer

  • Dryer

    Dryer

  • Air conditioning

    Air conditioning

  • Heating

    Heating

Guest reviews

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Jennifer

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October 2026

Such a beautiful place to stay. Chuck was quick to let us know about the storm that was coming our way and was ready to help. We will definitely return when back in the area.

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Ruth

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September 2026

Beautiful views. It was clean and the beds were comfortable. All bedrooms are upstairs. It has double porches on the back of the house and large windows across the back of the house so Lake Buchanan is always in view. It would be a great place for like a family reunion or get together.

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Daniel

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September 2026

Thank you guys for having us we had a great time

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Carlos

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September 2026

A very nice house with all the amenities in good condition and clean. The pool is very nice.

Know before you go

Self check-in

House rules

Check-in: 4:00pm

Checkout: 11:00am

Pets allowed

Min. age to rent: 18

No smoking

No parties

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