Utopia on the River

What a wonderful place to have discovered!! My husband and I made last minute reservation for our 32nd anniversary weekend. Let me tell you --- we are very happy they had a room available. The staff was awesome, the scenery amazing, and the room was extremely clean and comfortable. We had dinner at the Laurel Tree and came back to enjoy the hot tub on a cool evening. Will definitely be back and will tell all our friends and family:) Oh, forgot to mention the delicious breakfast --- just like home.

Tom and I have been visiting Utopia on the River for many years and have seen this wonderful bed and breakfast grow into a delightful getaway. In the past we have arranged for our church group to hold a retreat and we received great hospitality. Karyn and her team were very accommodating to the needs of our group. My husband and I make it a point to go once a year. The beds and linens are clean and comfortable, the breakfast is diverse with more than enough and the views of the hummingbirds, deer and river are peaceful. We like to eat dinner at Fiddlesticks and lunch the next day at Lost Maples Inn. There is antique shopping and fishing right there in Utopia and a great day of hiking 20 min up the road at Lost Maples Park. Schedule a visit today!!! Tom and Lana Sutherland

Our party of five adults stayed last week-end. I was so surprised to find such a clean and attractive inn . Check in and out was fast and effortless. The owners and staff could not have been more attentive. Parking was very convenient. The property is lovely, even in winter. We all enjoyed watching the deer feed at 8am and 5pm.daily. The hot tub was nice and the logoon pool is pretty. The room we had had a big walk-in shower similar to ours at home. The bed and pillows were comfortable and seemed new. There was too much light coming into our room from outside lighting. I know the lighting was for safety but it did interfere with my sleep. Next time I'll bring my sleep mask. We enjoyed our delicious breakfasts. I'll have to bring my own coffee maker next time because I like it really strong,but no big deal. All told we had a delightful time. The area has some fun activities like Love Creek Apple Orchard and The Lone Star Motorcycle Museum.

Great weekend away! Staff, Breakfast great - very relaxing in the hot tub in the stars at night. Great hikes at Lost Maples Park. We appreciated wifi access since our cells only worked on the way to Sabinal.

This was a most relaxing weekend. You can do as much or as little as you want. The rooms are great, the breakfast is delicious, and the scenery is inspiring. You can walk, explore the river behind the hotel, or visit one of the many eating places in the area. I can't wait to return.

We stayed 2 nights and loved it! The staff treated us like family! The grounds around the lodge are just beautiful with large very old trees and plenty of wildlife running around to view! The breakfast is great!

What an excellent place for a get away to the beautiful Hill Country in Texas. We enjoyed every minute of our stay. The workout room /fitness center was provided by God! We saw so much wildlife in the area and really enjoyed our morning breakfasts generously provided by Cheryl and Karyn. We would highly recommend this place to anyone. We plan to tell our friends.

We just stayed again and we will stay again and again. Kayrn spoils us all with the most delicious breakfast ever and each day it is different and special. We use the great room for getting together and playing games in the evening. We stroll the grounds and snap pictures of the deer feeding. A very special place for R&R

We had a wonderful time. Karyn Jones, the innkeeper, was very supportive of our group of 41 - 43 Porsche enthusiasts........housed over three lodging locations in Utopia. The great room where we enjoyed breakfast was a wonderful place for us to hang out in the evening and play Rumikubs and talk. Many deer visited in the morning and at dusk.. It's an idyllic location to come and rejuvenate yourself.

My wife and I and another couple spent two nights at Utopia on the River B&B. We had a super great time. Wow, what a beautiful place surrounded by huge trees and right on the Sabina. river. The owner are on the property and always willing to provide the best customer service. We loved watching family of Deers feed in the morning and again in the evening. Breakfast always served fresh and hot, just a great place to go for R& R and have fun while enjoying the surroundings. Joe Musco and Company.

Utopia on the River is a very quiet, peaceful and serene place to stay in the hill country. The room was large, clean and uniquely decorated. My husband and I enjoyed walking the well-manicured property filled with large cypress trees and sitting next to the river and just enjoying nature. This is a great place to relax at!

Our stay at Utopia on the River was wonderful. The room was large and very nice. The outdoor area was spectacular. Beautiful grounds along the river. A deer feeder brings in the deer in the mornings and the evenings. Even though the river was very low, it was a beautiful place to stay.

We purchased a Living Social offer several months ago. Our visit this week to Utopia proved to be everything that Utopia on the River offered. The natural beauty of the area and wildlife, although experienced by us for only two days, was very relaxing and refreshing. We love to ride our bicycles and found Garner State Park (about 17 miles away) to be a safe and beautiful park to indulge that activity. Great job all around, Cheryl, Karyn and staff!!!

My wife and I just spent two wonderful nights at Utopia on the River. The room was very comfortable and my wife loved the rocking chairs. The deer and turkey were feeding just yards from the room and we loved watching them interact. The breakfasts were great and we loved the homemade food. Out time there was too short but we plan to return next year.

Peaceful , friendly enviornment and totally comfortable . Sitting on the porch swing and having coffee in the morning was so nice. Deer and Turkeys were there to watch. Breakfasts were wonderful. Only wish we had more time to spend - this trip was just too short ! Thanks to all - we enjoyed it . Terry and Marilyn

Such a beautiful setting. Loved sitting by the river. Such fun watching the wild turkeys come through the property as well as the deer herd! Very comfortable room and great breakfasts. We were made to feel so welcome! Can't wait to return!

A hidden jewel in the hill country. They could not have been more accomodating. The breakfast was AWESOME! Wildlife was abundant: hummingbirds dashing over your head as you rocked on the front porch, deer grazing so close you could touch them, little hidden places to sit, relax, drink a glass of wine. Jacuzzi to ease the tiredness of hiking Lost Maples State Park. Enough to do for 3-4 days. Save our room. We will return!!

Great place to go and see all the deer,turkey,squarrils,and birds. The hosts are great. They are GOOD COOKS.

This was suppose to be a getaway for my husband and I, but trouble in our marriage kept him from joining me. I ended up going alone and am so glad I did!!! AMAZING!! Cheryl was incredible and the place breathtaking! Love, loved it!! Carla Shaffer

Cheryl and Mack the owners are the most friendly people I have met in a long time! The room was clean and spacious. The food was great! The property was epic with the deer and turkey walking around. Super tranquil! Can't wait to go back and visit my new friends! Thanks again Cheryl and Mack! The Hanseler's

We had a wonderful stay and the people are Awesome! We fell in love with the area!

My husband and I just returned from UOTR. We had such a great time and hated to leave. You will not find innkeepers than this family. The will go out of their way to please you. The area has so much to do and three days was not enough. Don't go without visiting Garner State Park. Absolutely beautiful as is this entire area. I'm already planning a women's retreat and can't wait to return to UOTR! Cute, very clean and wonderful cooking. What else could you want? I can't say enough about this place!

A group of us came up in July and had a blast. The owners are so friendly and make you feel right at home. Having the river right behind the place was icing on the cake as we hung out down there most of our visit. Coming back in Sept. for our anniversary. The group of friend that came with us in July have already booked the whole place for a long weekend in July 2013.

My wife and I just stayed there one night on the first stop of a quick Texas tour and wished every night was as nice. We really enjoyed the property and the people and look forward to going back with our kids. While sitting on the porch having coffee I met lots of the other guest and everyone seemed to be happy and relaxed. This is a great place to relax !

We just stayed in this beautiful place for 2 nights and I hated to leave. It is quiet, beautiful and the perfect getaway. We enjoyed sitting around the pool and wading in the river (COLD!). The food is great and the owner and her family are very, very nice. Rooms are nice and big and the A/C is nice and cool. We are definitely planning to stay again and again. Thank you, Karyn, for the relaxing stay and good food.

Since I lived in Utopia until I went off to college, I love going "home"and staying at Utopia on the River. I want my children and grandchildren to love Utopia for the crystal clear water, abundance of deer, friendly people, and beautiful scenery. I book three rooms at this wonderful lodge each summer so that my family can have privacy but still spend quality time together. Next summer there will be five rooms booked since our extended family will be coming, too. The wonderful breakfasts each morning make a person want to jump out of bed and be first in line to get the mouth-watering biscuits, pancakes, or whatever is on the menu for the day. What a wonderful place! I tell my friends about it almost daily. Oh, no, maybe I had better stop telling people so that I can always get my Room #6! Janice Tampke Teinert

This is our second trip to Utopia on the river. This is the perfect get away for couples or family. The property is breath taking and the lodge was as cozy as cozy can get. Very nice and very clean. Karen, the inn keeper, makes a spectacular breakfast. She can whip up a meal in no time. Piping hot coffee right at 0730. There are humming birds all over the place. They get so close to you, you can feel the wind vibrating from their wings. There are so many different things you can do when you stay there. Gardner state park is about 20 miles away and the drive is so very pretty. The river there at Gardner was so pretty and clear. We swam and tubbed until the late afternoon. Came back and then bbq our dinner there at the lodge. They have a sparkling pool and hot tub just waiting for you to jump in. Right outside the lodge you can walk and see beautiful horses all up and down the road. This is the perfect Texas get away. No doubt, we will be back!!

Visting this B&B in Utopia is very much for those looking for peace and quiet. If you are looking for daily excitement, Garner State Park is very close. We went to escape. Deer and hummingbirds were everywhere. Room was very spacious and so was bathroom. Breakfast was good country comfort food. Loved it! We enjoyed the drive because it is truly Texas Hill Country. We took our convertible with the top down and cruised. We went to all the surrounding towns and found it quite restful.

My husband and I recently celebrated our 30th wedding anniversary at Utopia on the River. It really seemed like a little piece of heaven. The surroundings were absolutely beautiful. We hiked at Lost Maples, fished on the river, hot tubbed, star-gazed and so much more!!!

My fiancé and I went to Utopia on the River and were very pleased!! The management and staff were very friendly and made our stay one to remember. The breakfast was great and the hospitality was even better!!! We are definitely ready for next year, when we plan to go again!! It is in the middle of a lot of different towns and sites. It is very quiet and the stars are great to look at and the sound of nature is at its best. If you have ever wanted to know what a small town feel is all about, go to Utopia on the River!!!!

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Thank you for your review. I am glad you enjoyed yourself and look forward to your next visit.

This is a marvelous place to stay. It's quiet, comfortable, easy to find, and hits the spot!

Utopia on the River was the perfect weekend for my family, visiting from other parts of the country.

our stay was very enjoyable and relaxing.

We spent our 'after Christmas' Christmas at this inn and it was lovely. We rented all of the rooms for our family and it truly was 'Utopia on the River!'

This bed and breakfast exceeded my expectations.

This bed and breakfast was outstanding.

What a peaceful stay! Everyone was super helpful and pleasant. We loved the homemade breakfast & the beautiful clean, peaceful facilities.