The Birdhouse on the Rio - A South Texas Retreat for Nature Lovers & Families! | House in Pharr
3 Bedroom House in Monte Alto, Pharr
Located in Pharr, TX, the Birdhouse on the Rio is a three-bedroom two-bathroom birding retreat that can sleep up to 12 guests. Situated in one of the most popular birding and butterfly watching hotspots in the world, the home is surrounded by over 200 acres of farmland, towering tree canopies, and a peaceful lake. Come stay and wake up to the songs of local birds, explore scenic trails along the property, and enjoy the serenity of the lush surroundings with friends and family.
Rooms & Beds:
Primary Bedroom aka Bird Room - Option for 3 twin beds OR 1 king and 1 twin
Guest Room #1 aka River Room - king bed, twin over double bed
Guest Room #2 aka Safari Room - two twin over twin bunk beds
Ideal for:
Birders
Groups
Families with Kids
Reunions
Dove Hunting
Location:
10 miles from McAllen International Airport
90 minutes from South Padre Island
Within close proximity to several other world birding sites such as Santa Ana Wildlife Refuge, Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley in Mission, the Edinburg Scenic Wetlands, Estero Llano Grande in Weslaco, Harlingen Arroyo Colorado, the Old Hidalgo Pumphouse, Quinta Mazatlan in McAllen, Resaca de la Palma in Brownsville, Roma Bluffs, and the South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center
Birding:
Some of the birds you can expect to see at The Birdhouse include:
American Kestrel, Black Vulture, Black-crowned Night Heron, Black-crested Titmouse, Blue-gray Gnatcatcher, Clay-colored Thrush, Cliff Swallow, Common Ground Dove, Couch's Kingbird, Double-crested Cormorant, Eastern Pheobe, Golden-fronted Woodpecker, Great Blue Night Heron, Great Kiskadee, Great-tailed Grackle, Green Jay, Grey Hawk, Hooded Oriole, Kentucky Warbler, Lesser Goldfinch, Mourning Dove, Northern Mockingbird, Northern Rough-winged Swallow, Orange-crowned Warbler, Painted Bunting, Purple Martin, Roseate Spoonbill, Ruby-crowned Kinglet, Ruby-throated Hummingbird, Scarlet Tanager, Snowy Egret, Turkey Vulture, Western Cattle Egret, White-eyed Vireo, Yellow-crowned Night Heron, and the Yellow-throated Warbler
The Birdhouse on the Rio - A South Texas Retreat for Nature Lovers & Families! is located in Monte Alto. The Birdhouse on the Rio - A South Texas Retreat for Nature Lovers & Families! provides accommodation, featuring Security/Safety, Child Friendly, Kitchen, among other amenities. This House features Security/Safety, Child Friendly, Kitchen, to make your stay a comfortable one.
The Birdhouse on the Rio - A South Texas Retreat for Nature Lovers & Families! has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 12 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Monte Alto has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Monte Alto, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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Air conditioning
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Towels provided
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Hair dryer
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Toilet paper
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2 bathrooms
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Bathtub or shower
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Soap
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Shampoo
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3 bedrooms
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Bed sheets provided
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Dining table
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Living room
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Dining room
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Stovetop
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Coffee/tea maker
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Dishwasher
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Refrigerator
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Microwave
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Blender
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Paper towels
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Oven
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Washing machine and dryer
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Laundry facilities
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Onsite parking
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Pet friendly
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1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
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Welcoming dogs only
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Smoke-free property
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Birdwatching nearby
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Hiking nearby
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Fishing nearby
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Wildlife and game walks nearby
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Hunting nearby
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Games
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Arcade/game room
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Smart TV
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On the lake
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In a rural location
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Near a zoo
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Children's books
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Travel crib
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Children's dinnerware
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Children's games
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Children's toys
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Highchair
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Playground
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Iron/ironing board
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Housekeeping (on request)
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Free WiFi
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Patio
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Outdoor furniture
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Garden
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Barbecue grill
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Firepit
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Deadbolt lock
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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First aid kit
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Fire extinguisher
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
