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Private rare Medina River, views, greenbelt access! This home is a favorite!

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Guests love our huge dining table! 
It will seat up to 14!
Charming and eclectic1920s bluff-side river house over the Medina River!
Windows and views and comfy indoor/outdoor gathering areas!
Huge deck with very best direct Medina river/sunset/stargazing/wildlife views!
The house sits atop a huge cliff providing spectacular views and cross breezes!
Reviews
10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi
  • Washer
    WasherWasher

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Bandera, TX
  • Popular LocationMedina River1 min walk
  • Popular LocationMansfield Park7 min drive
  • Popular LocationBandera City Park12 min drive
  • AirportSan Antonio, TX (SAT-San Antonio Intl.)73 min drive

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Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

+2
2 Single Beds, 3 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Private rare Medina River, views, greenbelt access! This home is a favorite!

Our hill country vacation river retreat is right on the beautiful Medina river. And has one of the best, expansive views and direct river access from our back deck in Bandera, Texas!! No BS, you have direct, private river access right in our back yard!Featuring 3 bedrooms and 1 1/2 baths, we have sleeping accommodations for up to 14! Modern fully stocked cook's kitchen, and dining table seats up to 14 for your large family and friends gatherings! Relax on our huge 500 sf deck to enjoy amazing river views, sunsets, star gazing, bird and wildlife sanctuary. Our home sits atop a massive stone bluff overlooking the river and huge, ancient cypress trees. When you are ready to explore, you have direct riverfront access from our deck and back meadow. In addition, you will have a very rare access to 2 miles of greenbelt hiking and riverfront! Wow!

Our home was originally built as a 1 room stone cabin on the bluff in the 1930's, and was added on numerous times over the years so it has a lot of quirky charm! Exposed stone, walls of windows, and a funky yet fun layout. Window AC units, ceiling fans, and space heaters in each room.

Accommodation details of our home include:
Bedroom 1: queen size bed and the only direct bathroom access.
Bedroom 2: 1 full size bed and 1 full pullout futon sofa sleeper.
Bedrrom3: 1 full size bed, 1 trundle bed, one bunkbed.
Also, a very comfortable sofa in living room!

Fully stocked cook's kitchen includes modern high quality electric range/oven, fridge, dishwasher, microwave, coffeemaker, toaster, blender, grill, dishes, glasses, mugs, serving items, and all cookware necessary for even a very large holiday family meal! Cool concrete counter tops and hickory hardwood floors for easy cleanup. Our massive rustic 10' dining table is a favorite family and friend's gathering place with seating up to 14 people for meals, games, and great conversation!

For indoor entertainment, enjoy our record player and large vintage record collection. Sorry, no TV's or stereos here! Excellent 5G fiber wifi!

And the main attraction....THE RIVER! You will have a very exclusive 2 MILES of breathtaking neighborhood greenbelt riverfront for hiking, swimming, tubing, kayaking, rope-swinging, fishing, biking, dam-building or just sitting in the fresh, soothing water with a cold beverage. You are responsible for bringing your own river equipment/tubes, etc. Air pumps for your tubes are available for you!

When your reservation date is near, we will touch base with you regarding varying river conditions and recreational suggestions based on current river conditions.

If you do decide to leave our river oasis, you are only 5 minutes away from the "Cowboy Capitol of the World"-- Bandera Texas! Visit Arkey Blues, the oldest continuously operating honkytonk in Texas, And also the famous 11th Street Cowboy Bar and live music venue to catch the likes of Dale Watson and bring your own steaks to cook on their Texas size BBQ pits! FUN!!




Property manager

owner/property manager
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Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed
ABSOLUTELY NOT.

Pets

Pets allowed
Please contact us regarding pets.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking in house or deck. No butts on property.
No day guests, or guests/vehicles over your agreed group/quantity are allowed on property at any time. This will lead to termination of your rental.
We do not provide river gear. You are responsible for your own kayaks, tubes, pumps, beach towels, etc. Provided bath towels are not for river use.
Cleaning fee is primarily for sanitizing house/laundry, etc. You are responsible for leaving the house/property in same condition as upon arrival.

Important information

You need to know

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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: ABSOLUTELY NOT.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Bandera

Located in Bandera, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bear Springs Blossom Nature Trail and Albert and Bessie Kronkosky State Natural Area, while Frontier Times Museum and The Museum of Western Art are cultural highlights. Bandera Beach Club Tubes, Kayaks & Shuttle and Love Creek Orchards Cider Mill and Country Store are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bandera, TX

What's nearby

  • Medina River - 1 min walk
  • Mansfield Park - 7 min drive
  • Bandera Beach Club Tubes, Kayaks & Shuttle - 12 min drive
  • Bandera City Park - 12 min drive
  • Longhorn Ranch and Golf Club - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ost Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Snowflake Donuts - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Tj's at The Old Forge - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private rare Medina River, views, greenbelt access! This home is a favorite! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private rare Medina River, views, greenbelt access! This home is a favorite!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private rare Medina River, views, greenbelt access! This home is a favorite!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private rare Medina River, views, greenbelt access! This home is a favorite! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Medina River and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Ranger Crossing Park. Bandera Sports Complex and Tarpley Crossing Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short Birthday Getaway
This property is so charming and being right on the river is a bonus. Everything was easy- communication, check in, check out. We celebrated my daughter’s birthday and explored town. People are wonderful and there is a lot to see. We would love to come back and stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oscar P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Great scenic views as you drive through the neiborhood. Wildlife roaming freely along the river. Hummingbirds were great to sit and watch flying around the feeder.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Siria S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect getaway
The best place we could have been, it was an amazing Can’t wait to go back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Drew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time had by all
The property was everything we could have wanted. We enjoyed our time and the process was easy and the host very helpful. We didn’t have a single issue or bump along the way and it was a great weekend. Thanks Alan!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S., BELTON

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique little gem in Bandera!
What a cool place to stay at during our time in Bandera! We spent a good chunk of time at the Hill Country State Natural Area watching our son complete the 50k so we didn't really spend too much time at this extremely unique home. But this place has so much to offer: Great location! Direct access to the river! Love that dining table! Screened in porch! Deck that overlooks the river! Big fenced yard! Communication was top notch from the host (thanks!) I would definitely come back to stay here again, specifically to hang out and and enjoy all this place has to offer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

pauline d., Cognin

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Logement typique
Jolie maison typique du texas proche de la riviere. Vous aurez de quoi vous amusez en familles et profitez de la faune environnante. La riviere est un plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

LAURIE P., La grange

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
We spent a long weekend having a mini family gathering. The house was charming and unique. We played in the river which was in our backyard. The stairs going to the river was a bit of a challenge. I would recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Reid C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As advertised
Everything was great and as described (probably better).
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Lovely property so nice and close to the river. Beautiful and comfortable!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bandera cottage
My family stayed here for three nights on our way to Burnet. Owner was extremely helpful with access information, things to do around the property, etc.... It is truly a unique property. The pictures don't tell half of it. Probably the coolest place we have ever stayed in Texas. We would all highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alma N., Midland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Escape
The pictures of this place dont do it justice.. its a great calm location and the views were spectacular making this our annual go to.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Very nice place to stay. The kids loved the river. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luke O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Had a great time! Great property
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great long weekend
We had the best weekend at this house! 4 adults, 7 kids, and a wiener dog, the house slept us all perfectly. Beautiful riverfront views and the river is perfect for just sitting and hanging out. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cristina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for families
We really enjoyed our stay. The cold water was perfect during the heat wave. The kids had fun. The property owner was very responsive when we had any questions. The record collection was great. Lots of wildlife: deer, birds, fish, porcupines, etc. The screened porch was a wonderful place to enjoy the sunrise. Would highly reccomend for families wanting quality time and relaxation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gayle A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful experience!
What a charming home on the river! Exceptionally clean when we arrived and the home was so comfortable and well equipped. We had everything we needed for meal prep and comfy sleep. We loved the views from the house and the river and green belt access was fantastic! The art and decor in the house was so fun to discover and enjoy! Vintage albums were a great change from the everyday.!! An overall exceptional experience … can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Magical!
This property is everything and more than is described. This is a little secret hidden gem and we will be booking again asap! This home was spotless, comfortable and ideal for dogs with all the yard, space and concrete floors you could dream of. Alan was extremely responsive and helpful. The private river and trail access is something out of a fairytale, once you make it down the stairs of the property- accessing the river from the upstream trail is easy for anyone. Our 14 year old dog even made it down and back up the stairway herself! Not a single person was around and it felt like we had our own private river for the entire 2 miles of green belt. Highly recommend this place to unplug! Wonderful experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely stunning
Great place to get away, perfect for groups! You can tell Alan really cares. The backyard is awesome.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt R., Austin, TX, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just the relaxing time we needed
Our kids were home from college for winter break, and we wanted to get away for a few days. But no one had the energy to travel far, so the Texas hill country came to the rescue. We were so pleased to find such a clean, comfortable house on beautiful river-front property. We spent the days hiking up and down the river and sitting on the deck. Evenings were spent cooking and playing games. Alan was great to work with -- very kind and responsive and ensured we had everything we needed. We'll have to go again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Home with Room to Roam...
The home is nicely furnished and very comfortable. The open kitchen and dining area are perfect for family meals and game nights. I think we played every album in their collection on the record player. The kids were impressed. :) Beautiful view off the back deck for morning coffee and evening cocktails and the river access could not get any better. The cypress trees are gorgeous. We loved hiking along the beautiful neighborhood greenbelt. Alan checked-in on us multiple times and was incredibly accommodating. This place has everything you could want to create fun family memories! We'll be back in the summer for sure...
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carol C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Excellent location for secluded getaway yet close enough to town. House very comfortable and clean. No need to leave property, as river located right in backyard. No complaints.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Getaway
What a fantastic property for a family getaway. Alan was super easy to work with and the property was amazing. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hector L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Hill County on the River Experience
This place was super cozy and relaxing. We loved the house because it was well furnished with everything we needed and had pretty cool layout to it. The property own was super helpful and checked in on us several times to see if we needed anything. The outside was one of the best things about it because it had private river access and it felt peaceful. The whole time we were there no one was on the river with us except for some kayakers passing by. The other cool feature about this place was the hike along the river. It was nice to hike any time during the day. We have put this place in our list of places to revisit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

2/10 Terrible

Grace D.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Completely Disappointing
Stay was decent until we realized the property manager has unrealistic expectations of guests. For a property with a septic issue and mold, the wonders are quick to come after your money if you do something as simple as move furniture or, god forbid, fill up the outdoor trashcan while you’re there. Beware, they are treating their not-so-nice River house like it’s the Ritz Carlton. Save your sanity and book elsewhere
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Noel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and quiet
If your looking for a quiet getaway with some fishing, back porch over looking the river drinking yoir favorite beverage and if your looking for a place with close proximity to town for some great great breakfast at O.S.P then hurry and book. You wont be disappointed. Cozy and great for relaxing and destressing. The owne alan is fantastic and he's always a quick message away. Super nice and we now look forward to coming back. Unwind at this 5 star place!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

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