


On Beautiful Lake Buchanan
Looking for a beautiful lakeside resort? This is it! Picture yourself on the shore of beautiful Lake Buchanan, surrounded by tree covered hills, a magnificent rock bluff, on shady landscaped acreage, and you having the most memorable vacation you have ever had! That describes your fun-filled, stress-free stay at Thunderbird Resort in the heart of the Texas Hill Country.
Do away with alarm clocks, telephones and pagers. Awaken to the sound of birds and allow nature to set the pace for the day. Relaxation comes easy at Thunderbird Resort. Stay a weekend, a week, or longer. Our motto is "If you come once, you will come back again!"
The owners, Donna and John Williams and Janice and Richard Burrage welcome you to their little piece of paradise and want to make your stay at Thunderbird Resort a pleasurable and memorable one.
Thunderbird Resort's Boat MarinaLake Buchanan is famous for boating, fishing and other water sports. Our convenient, covered marina will give you easy access to your boat. We also have some slips to accommodate larger boats.

Don't have a boat? No problem. We have canoes, kayaks, paddle boats, and power boats for our guests. Gas for boats and fishing bait are available at our marina. For the avid fishermen in your family, ask about the fishing guide service.

| Type of Boat | Half Day Rental 5 Hours |
Full Day Rental 10 Hours |
| 18 Ft. Pontoon Boat with 50 H.P. - Seats up to 8 |
225.00* | 355.00* |
| 18 Ft. Four Winns Ski Boat with 130 H.P. - Seats up to 7 |
225.00* | 355.00* |
| 21 Ft. Sprint Deck Boat with 130 H.P. - Seats up to 10 |
225.00* | 355.00* |
| 20 Ft. Glasstron Ski Boat with 220 H.P. - Seats up to 10 |
275.00* | 400.00* |
| *The price of gas and oil need to be added to the prices above. Thunderbird rents only clean boats in very good condition. Thunderbird supplies all life jackets and skis. Tube equipment is additional. Guests who rent from us are responsible for damage or losses. |
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Enjoy your family picnic or barbecue in the shade of the large oak trees. Swim or sun yourself in our 20x40-ft. swimming pool with a shaded terrace for relaxing and enjoying the activities.
Our playground has swings and slides for the younger children. We also have basketball, volleyball and other games.
Thunderbird Resort Amenities:
- Outstanding Lake Views
- Clean updated Cabins
- Direct Satellite TV
- Picnic Tables and Weber Grills
- Relaxing Laid-Back Atmosphere
- Large Swimming Pool
- Children's Playground
- Great Fishing and Boating
- Volleyball
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- Basketball
- Horesehoes
- Covered 15 Slip Marina
- Boat Launch
- Canoes, Kayaks, Power and
Paddle Boat Rentals- Gas and Oil
- Fishing Bait
- Fishing Guides Available
Local Attractions:
- Wide Variety of Golf Courses
Delaware Springs - Burnet
Pack Saddle - Kingsland
Hancock Park - Lampasas
Meadowlakes - Marble Falls- Vanishing Texas River Cruise
- Longhorn Cavern State Park
- Post Oak Farms Horseback Riding
- Colbert Ranch Hosrseback
Adventures- Cypress Valley Canopy Tours
- Fall Creek Vineyards and Winery
TourFree and Fun:
- Hike and nature trails
- Enjoy the wildlife
- Experience the spring wildflowers
- Watch the beautiful sunsets
- Star gazing at its best.
No city lights.
LodgingWe have a total of 23 units for lodging including: A large, luxury log cabin, cabins, cottages, mobile homes, and a large Lodge to suit every group's needs. Everyone from a honeymooning couple to a group of 20 can be comfortably accommodated under one roof.
The Texan Log Cabin
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The Texan is a two-story, four bedroom, three bath, (jacuzzi tub for two in master bath) log cabin. It has a beautiful wrap around porch and adjoining gazebo. The patio is flagstone rock and it is in a very private setting. It will sleep a maximum of 18 people. The house is fully equipped and supplied with luxury furnishing and linens.Summer Rates - June 1st thru August 31st:
Weekdays - $465 per night
Weekends - $500 per nightSpring and Fall Rates - March 1st thru May 31st and September 1st thru October 31st:
Weekdays - $400 per night
Weekends - $450 per nightWinter Rates - November 1st thru February 28:
Weekdays - $360 per night
Weekends - $400 per nightHoliday Rates:
Easter, Memorial Day, 4th of July and Labor Day - $525 per night
Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years - $450 per nightOther fees and information:
- A one-time cleaning fee of $125
- A refundable security fee of $300 (refunded after inspection)
- The rates are based on the first 10 people - additional guests $10.00 per night per guest.
- The fee for Day Guests is $5.00 per person, per day.
- It is a non-smoking and no pets rental.
- A two day minimum is required except for holidays, which are a three night minimum.
Each of the units listed below have a fully equipped kitchen, linens, cable TV, barbecue grill and a picnic table. Everything has been provided for your convenience.
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| Holiday Rates apply on these holidays: Memorial Day, Independence Day - 4th of July, and Labor Day |
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| Rates Per Night Cottages 1 thru 4 |
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Spring |
Summer |
Holiday May 22-25, July 2-5 Sept. 4-7 |
| Motel room with kitchen and bath. 2 Beds - Max. 4 People. Front
Porch, View of the pool. Unit No. 4 is Non-Smoking. Rates are per night for up to 2 people, $10 each additional |
Weekday 75.00 Weekend 80.00 |
Weekday 80.00 Weekend 90.00 |
Weekday 100.00 Weekend 110.00 |
120.00 Christmas & |
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| Rates Per Night Cottages 6 thru 9 |
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Spring |
Summer |
Holiday May 22-25, July 2-5 Sept. 4-7 |
| Motel room with full kitchen and bath. 2 queens - Max. 4 People.
Front Porch. View of the lake. Rates are per night for up to 2 people, $10 each additional |
Weekday 80.00 Weekend 85.00 |
Weekday 85.00 Weekend 95.00 |
Weekday 105.00 Weekend 115.00 |
125.00 Christmas & |
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| Rates Per Night Cottages 5 & 10 |
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Spring |
Summer |
Holiday May 22-25, July 2-5 Sept. 4-7 |
| One Bedroom with living room. 3 queens & 1 Futon-
Max. 8 People - Living Room, Bath, Bedroom, Kitchen/Dining. Lake view. Rates are per night for up to 2 people, $10 each additional |
Weekday 100.00 Weekend 105.00 |
Weekday 115.00 Weekend 125.00 |
Weekday 125.00 Weekend 140.00 |
150.00 Christmas & |
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| Rates Per Night Cottage 11 |
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Spring |
Summer |
Holiday May 22-25, July 2-5 Sept. 4-7 |
| Lakefront Cottage 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, 4 queens & 2 futons - Max. 12 People. Covered Deck overlooking the lake, Living Room, Yard Rates are per night for up to 4 people, $10 each additional |
Weekday 170.00 Weekend 185.00 |
Weekday 185.00 Weekend 200.00 |
Weekday 210.00 Weekend 225.00 |
240.00 Christmas & |
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| Rates Per Night Cottages 12 & 15 |
Winter |
Spring |
Summer |
Holiday May 22-25, July 2-5 Sept. 4-7 |
| 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath with 4 beds & 2 Futons- Max 12 People
- Stone Cottages with Full Living Room, Kitchen & Bath.and with lake
view. Cottage 12 is Non-Smoking. Rates are per night for up to 4 people, $10 each additional |
Weekday 120.00 Weekend 135.00 |
Weekday 135.00 Weekend 150.00 |
Weekday 150.00 Weekend 165.00 |
180.00 Christmas & |
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| Rates Per Night Cottage 14 - Non Smoking |
Winter |
Spring |
Summer |
Holiday May 22-25, July 2-5 Sept. 4-7 |
| 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths - Max 16 People - Stone Cottage with lake view.
Living Room, Dining Room Rates are per night for up to 4 people, $10 each additional |
Weekday 145.00 Weekend 160.00 |
Weekday 160.00 Weekend 175.00 |
Weekday 175.00 Weekend 190.00 |
210.00 Christmas & |
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| Rates Per Night Cottage 16 - Non Smoking |
Winter |
Spring |
Summer |
Holiday May 22-25, July 2-5 Sept. 4-7 |
| 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths - Max 16 People - Stone Cottage with limited
lake view. Living Room, Dining Room. Rates are per night for up to 4 people, $10 each additional |
Weekday 145.00 Weekend 160.00 |
Weekday 160.00 Weekend 175.00 |
Weekday 175.00 Weekend 190.00 |
210.00 Christmas & |
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| Rates Per Night Cottage 17 - Non-Smoking |
Winter |
Spring |
Summer |
Holiday May 22-25, July 2-5 Sept. 4-7 |
| 2 Bedrooms with King, Twin w/trundle, and Futon - Max 6 People. Honeymoon Log Cottage with Living Room , Kitchen & Bath. Rates are per night for up to 4 people, $10 each additional |
Weekday 120.00 Weekend 135.00 |
Weekday 135.00 Weekend 150.00 |
Weekday 150.00 Weekend 165.00 |
180.00 Christmas & |
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| Rates Per Night Cottage 18 - Non Smoking |
Winter |
Spring |
Summer |
Holiday May 22-25, July 2-5 Sept. 4-7 |
| 1 Bedroom with 2 Queens, Max 8 People Living Room has 2 Futons.
Kitchen and Bath. Rates are per night for up to 4 people, $10 each additional |
Weekday 105.00 Weekend 110.00 |
Weekday 115.00 Weekend 125.00 |
Weekday 130.00 Weekend 140.00 |
150.00 Christmas & |
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| Rates Per Night Cottage 19 |
Winter |
Spring |
Summer |
Holiday May 22-25, July 2-5 Sept. 4-7 |
| 5 Bedrooms with 2 Baths - Max 20 People Large Dining & Living Areas. Stone Fireplace. Ideal for large groups & reunions. Rates are per night for up to 10 people, $10 each additional |
Weekday 310.00 Weekend 335.00 |
Weekday 335.00 Weekend 360.00 |
Weekday 375.00 Weekend 410.00 |
430.00 Christmas & |
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| Rates Per Night Cottage 20 - Non-Smoking |
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Spring |
Summer |
Holiday May 22-25, July 2-5 Sept. 4-7 |
| 3 Bedrooms and 2 Baths - Max 10 People Mobile Home with deck overlooking resort. Kitchen and Living Room. Rates are per night for up to 4 people, $10 each additional |
Weekday 115.00 Weekend 130.00 |
Weekday 130.00 Weekend 140.00 |
Weekday 140.00 Weekend 150.00 |
160.00 Christmas & |
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| Rates Per Night Cottage 21 |
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Spring |
Summer |
Holiday May 22-25, July 2-5 Sept. 4-7 |
| 2 Bedrooms and 2 Baths - Max 12 People Four Beds and 2 Futons Mobile Home with Living Room, Kitchen, Large Porch with view of the lake. Rates are per night for up to 4 people, $10 each additional |
Weekday 120.00 Weekend 135.00 |
Weekday 135.00 Weekend 145.00 |
Weekday 145.00 Weekend 155.00 |
165.00 Christmas & |
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| Rates Per Night Cottages 25 & 26 |
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Spring |
Summer |
Holiday May 22-25, July 2-5 Sept. 4-7 |
| New Non-Smoking Lakefront Homes 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths with 4 Queen-size Beds and 2 Queen-size Futons. Max 12 People. Brand new units with large covered decks overlooking the lake. Rates are per night for up to 4 people, $10 each additional |
Weekday 170.00 Weekend 185.00 |
Weekday 185.00 Weekend 200.00 |
Weekday 210.00 Weekend 225.00 |
240.00 Christmas & |
. All units are fully equipped and have a BBQ grill and picnic
table. Cancellation Policy is 14 Days; 30 days for a reunion. |
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Thunderbird Resort Policies and Info:Senior Citizen Discount is for our guests over 60. The max discount is 10%. The discount is figured based on the # of seniors divided by the total # of guests.
Guests who are 6 years of age and younger stay free.
Boat Slips are $10.00 per night.
Cottages are fully stocked with linens on your arrival. Soiled linens may be exchanges for fresh at our cost.
Weekends have a 2 night minimum: March 7 through October 16.
Holiday Reservations have a minimum of 3 nights: Memorial Day, 4th of July, and Labor Day weekends.
All reservations require a one-night deposit at the base rate for each reserved unit.
Cancellation policy: A 14 day cancellation notice is required for individual reservations, and a 30 day cancellation notice is required for reservations which are part of a group or reunion. Late cancellations will result in forfeiture of deposit. There is a $15.00 fee for cancellations.
Check-In time is 3:30 p.m. Check-Out time is 12:00 noon
Day Guests are welcome. The fee is $5.00 per guest/per day. Please have day guests register at the office.
Pets are welcome. The fee is $10.00 per pet/per day. Please keep pets on a leash and never leave them unattended in the cottage.
Swimming in the pool or in the lake is at your own risk. No Lifeguard.
Please make all drivers aware that the speed limit on our entry road is 20 mph, and the speed limit on our grounds is 5 mph. We have many children present.
Cottages left excessively dirty or with dirty dishes are subject to a minimum of a $25 fee. Please sweep and pick up cottages and dont leave dirty dishes.
We are looking forward to your visit. For a Printable Map and Directions
to Thunderbird Resort, click here.
Family Owned and Operated200 Greenwood Hills Trail
Burnet, Texas 78611512-756-4878
800-210-7202
Fax: 512-756-0508
Email: tbirdres@tstar.netLooking for a Fishing Guide?
See Jerry Moore's Web Page by clicking here or
Clancy's Fishing Guide Service by clicking here.
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