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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 20195.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Leakey, TX
  • Frio River
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Garner State Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Lost Maples State Natural Area
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Downstairs Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Upstairs Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Upstairs Bedroom 4

2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Historic 1869 Whiskey Mtn. Home Great Location- Sleeps 15-22 Great Location

My place is close to Garner State Park (3 Miles), Lost Maples Park, Frio River, Concan, Utopia, Kerrville, & Uvalde. The famous three sisters (best driving roads in the USA) You’ll love my place because of the location, the ambiance, and the outdoors space. My place is good for couples, solo adventurers, families (with kids), big groups, and furry friends (pets), Pets are an additional $15 per pet, per night.
If you are wondering how we got our name Whiskey Mountain….Many years ago during the prohibition times, a whiskey distillery was developed in a cave in the mountain behind our property.  The Bootleggers were caught selling their production and the local population decided to call this “area” Whiskey Mountain.
It was built in 1869 and is a 1 ½ story German farmhouse with a lot of history and tales!  The stories written tell of families full of love with dances in the front rooms and horses tied up to the front cypress tree posts that hold up the 50 foot front porch!
Whiskey Mountain Inn is nestled in the Texas Hill Country off Hwy 83 about 3 miles South of Leakey, Texas.  We are convenient in location to many attractions in the Frio River area such as Garner State Park and Lost Maples State Natural Area and we are within a very short distance to river access.  GPS Coordinates: 29.671926,-99.758476

The Whiskey Mountain Inn House – Sleeps 15-20, was built in 1869, it is 2 stories, 4 BD & 2 Bathrooms.  It has a king bed, 1 queen bed, 3 Fulls, and 10 Twins & a queen sleeper sofa.  This cabin also features a full kitchen, heat & air, a covered front & back porch, BBQ grill, and picnic table.

Whiskey Mountain House includes the following:
Fully equipped kitchen with a refrigerator, stove, microwave, coffee pot, toaster, blender, kettle, cookware, dishes and utensils to prepare meals.
BBQ pit and picnic table with grilling utensils.
Covered front porch and back porch, patio furniture, fire pit, & rocking chairs to sit, chit chat, read or just do absolutely nothing but enjoy the beautiful Texas Hill Country views!
This house includes the following:
Each bed has a quilt, pillow(s) and a mattress protector.  You must BRING your own Towels, Sheets, & Pillowcases (King, 2 Queens, 3 Fulls, 10 Twins).
Free Wi-Fi - Country Wifi is for basic texting b/c phone service is not always great. It is not intended for working or downloading music/movies.
Satellite T.V.
This house Does NOT include the following:
Trash bags, zip lock bags, & paper products - To help get you started we supply One of each of the following: Toilet Paper, Paper Towel, Trash bag, coffee, and sugar.
You must BRING your own Towels, Sheets, & Pillowcases (King, 2 Queens, 3 Fulls, & 10 Twins).

Property manager

Cassie Hurles
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 5 total)
$15 per pet/per night & if not paid $100 penalty
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Interior smoke odor will result in loss of deposit
- Quiet Time 11:00 pm - Septic System - * PLEASE TREAT IT GENTLY* - We have ample parking - No vehicles are to be parked on the grass at any time
- Check-out is 11am - late check-outs will incur a late fee - Trash is to be disposed of in the onsite dumpster or you will incur a $10 per bag fee
- We provide Standard cleaning which does not include dirty dishes or excessive interior/exterior litter and incurs a min. additional $30 cleaning fee

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
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Leakey

Located in Leakey, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Frio River and Garner State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Leakey, TX

What's nearby

  • Frio River - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Garner State Park - 7 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Concan Golf Course and Country Club - 24 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Frio Bat Cave - 28 min drive - 30.3 km
  • Lost Maples State Natural Area - 54 min drive - 40.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Mill Creek Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bent Rim Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Hog Pen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Vinny's Italian Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lala's - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic 1869 Whiskey Mtn. Home Great Location- Sleeps 15-22 Great Location pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 5 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Historic 1869 Whiskey Mtn. Home Great Location- Sleeps 15-22 Great Location?

As of 18 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic 1869 Whiskey Mtn. Home Great Location- Sleeps 15-22 Great Location on 21 Apr 2025 start from AU$586.66, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Historic 1869 Whiskey Mtn. Home Great Location- Sleeps 15-22 Great Location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic 1869 Whiskey Mtn. Home Great Location- Sleeps 15-22 Great Location?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic 1869 Whiskey Mtn. Home Great Location- Sleeps 15-22 Great Location located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Frio River and 4.9 mi (7.8 km) from Garner State Park. Concan Golf Course and Country Club and Frio Valley Ranch Golf Club are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 43 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Desirae R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our spring break stay.

Accommodated all of our guest comfortably. The kids especially enjoyed our stay. Would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marla S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

The owner had great communication and allowed us to bring our dogs. She was very helpful. The property was so clean and was nice and quiet. We really enjoyed our stay and would recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kent M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Leaky Tx 4th July

Really enjoyed our stay at the historic house. Plenty of room for the whole family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

AMBAR A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great Place to Relax

Nice property very spacious
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Family Getaway

This was the perfect stop for our entire family. The location is so close to eveything Garner State Park, Utopia, Frio River, and our favorite Lost Maples. The place has the old country feel but with all the modern necessities. It was so peaceful with all the beautiful trees. So much room to explore around the big home. The beds were very comfortable. Lots of activities for us to do. My family loved hanging aroung the firepit at the end of the night sharing great stories. The cabins are very soaced aoart. So you have room to explore. You are close to a few stores if you forget something. We definitely will visit again. We enjoyed traveling through the roads with the beautiful trees as a backdrop.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lacy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Had so much fun!

Over all we had a great stay. Nice property but a little cramped for our big Ol’ Family. One small issue with a door but nothing that kept us from enjoying our stay:)
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Jaser d.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great Locations but extra visitors

Great location but we had to cut our trip short. Every night you could hear rats running around. The in-laws saw some on the restroom and you can heard them trough the walls.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kayla B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great historic house on the Frio!

Great historical house with an amazing property! Plenty big enough for the entire family. Only cons for us were having to bring your own towels and sheets plus no washer and dryer. So if your staying longer period of time with the whole family not having this amenity can be a bummer. Also having an actual shower would be nice! Overall great house, great host and plenty to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jesse R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Disappointed

We checked in at 4:00pm. Storm hit at 7:00 and by 7;20 we had no power. We waited around to see when it was gonna come back on. 21/2 hours we left for a motel because of our lil ones. When emailed the next day we got one short email and it said “ there is nothing we can do, we have no control over the storm! They didn’t respond to anything after that…
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jessey S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

sewage issues

The location and communication with the host was great, however there was an issue with the sewage system over following into the yard. This caused one of the bathrooms to be out of order which was inconvenient with 18 people staying in the house. Other than that it was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Helen S.

Lovely historic home

Our family stayed at Whiskey Mt.over the July 4th holidays. Lovely home with everything we needed. We were looking for a spot that would sleep 15-17 . Overall it worked well. There are a/c window units in each bedroom , kitchen , and living room. The bathrooms do get a bit hot in the summer during the day but it was not a big deal. Porches were wonderful in the late summer evenings, we could see fireworks around the area from the fire pit area. Really spectacular. We also chose this location because we were really close to Garner state park and the Frio River. While Garner is a great park it is really crowded in summer, so we only went one day , you have to go before 8 a.m. and get in a long line ( 1 1/2 hour) to get in for the day. They close the gates when all parking is full. We actually enjoyed the Frio river more. Very clean and natural. The Happy Hallow was suggested by owners for floating and it was great. You can shuttle your self or use theirs. This was a great spot for the Frio floating. Owners were helpful and easy going. If we had been right on the river it would have been perfect, but it was just a short drive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Brandi B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacay

We have been coming to the Frio every summer since 2008 and we love it , This was our first time to stay at Whiskey Mountain Inn and we really enjoyed our stay it was very roomy for our big family
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Taylor B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Was great!

A short, but relaxing weekend. The owner was quick to respond and help with a hot water question Overall we had a great time
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great escape in the Hill Country

My family and I had a fantastic time at the Whiskey Mountain Cabins. The main house was very quaint and provided a great place for everyone to gather. Our host, Cassie, was also very helpful while we were planning for the trip. We will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

2/10 Terrible

Rene G.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Rental did not match the high price per night

At first glance it’s beautiful but then you stay the first night and notice….The doors don’t close, the furniture is falling apart, the restrooms are dirty one restroom doesn’t have a stand up shower, only an old fashion tub with a hand held shower attachment, only the two children took a bath in that restroom, the adults took a shower in the upstairs bathroom we had to put a towel to stand in tub because it was filthy and it had mildew around tub, the sinks are old and dirty, one room doesn’t have a door, the twin beds are low end that they make so much noise at night, some mattresses are comfortable but other mattresses were so bad that we had to go buy air mattresses to be able to sleep, the window units were loud and had a musty smell and the septic system is so bad, WiFi is weak even when there is an emergency the phones are useless. Yes, I understand that it’s a cabin in the country and it should be rustic and it is used to relax but it shouldn’t be dirty and falling apart. Expectations are high for the price and it should match the rental house. We won’t come back.

8/10 Good

Amanda M., Fresno, tx

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location

We had a family stay at whiskey mountain inn. All together there were 15 people who stayed including toddlers, adults, my grandma and 6 dogs. The house accommodated us all very comfortably. There was plenty of room for everyone. The location was excellent! We were so close to the river and to garner state park. We definitely enjoyed our stay. From visiting the rivers and tubing to making s’mores in the backyard, everything was very enjoyable. This house has a huge front patio where everyone can sit and relax and also a cute patio in the back where we would play games and hangout and look at the stars. The kitchen is huge! Plenty of space for everyone to cook and eat. However, there are many signs all around the house that let you know you will be charged if something is damaged. Although it is good to know these things, it makes you feel a little worried the entire trip that you’ll get charged for something in the end. Overall though, it was a very fun and pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Ashley D.

Liked: Check-in, communication

Disappointed. Not worth it.

Overall our stay at Whiskey Mountain Inn was pretty good. The value for what we paid was not competitive. I did not feel the love or welcome ness from the host, but rather an over lurking sense that the host wanted me to screw up so I could be charged more money. The property has a mishap mash of decor that was confusing and seemed to be compiled of left overseas, hand me downs, and/or garage sale thrift finds. Example the old pots, pans, and kitchen utensils, the dining table, the couch in the living room, the high bed...etc. There were a couple of major issues. 1) Cleanliness. Especially of kitchen, remarkably the stove, pans, and utensils. The upstairs bathroom shower. If I'm going to spend this much, I expect a clean place. 2) Bathrooms. Unable to flush toilet paper. With 8 guests in our party, we were fearful of plumbing issues since warning signs that the septic system cannot handle top flush indicated old pipes and faulty system which we could be charged for. 3) Warning signs of being charged all over property. $500 if we didn't cIean, $200 or more if septic problems, etc... I was so fearful of what my final bill would be and worried the whole trip. 4) Breakables all over property. Especially in kitchen. Kitchen hutch and bakers racks were covered in breakable dishes, decorations, glass jars, etc. I was so worried something would get broken and we would be charged. Filled storage spaces and did not leave room for the supplies we thought we were going to need based on the listing. The listing made it sound like hardly anything would be available so we packed way more than we needed to bring. Host might consider taking out breakables and replacing with paper/plastic goods as we had no Tupperware/storage containers. 5) All air conditioning is through window units. House has a musty smell. Upstairs bathroom was especially hot and uncomfortable. There is mold growing due to the humidity in the room. 6) Store on property was only open one day during trip for a few hours. It would have been nice to access more. 7) WiFi was horrible. 8) If you are a Verizon cell phone user, you will have no cell phone service for about a 30 - 40 mile radius of this property and you will not be able to rely on the WiFi at the property. I was disappointed. We definitely overpaid. The friends who stayed with us were astounded by the rent and showed me much cheaper options available on waterfront. We will be smarter next time and will not be staying there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cheri L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

Cassie is amazing to work with and very responsive. The property is cute, has lots of charm and served all of our needs. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

joseph t., Cypress, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great spot near Garner State Park and Lost Maples. Nearby town in case you need anything. Our only issue was the water would get extremely hot even when only the cold faucet was turned. Turned out to not be too big of a deal but in summer heat this could of been a bigger problem. Other than that it was a great stay and would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice getaway

We really enjoyed our stay at Whiskey Mountain! Watching hummingbirds from the porch in the mornings, making s’mores in the fire pit at night, and being able to do it with the entire family (17 people) under one roof made for great memories! Only very small issue was that there is only 1 shower. But overall a great stay! Thanks!

8/10 Good

Cynthia A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay there on the property. It was such a cozy home with plenty of space for all of us. We especially enjoyed the outside areas to just sit, talk and relax. The only things I would recommend would be to focus on the cleanliness of the kitchen and bathroom areas. We would definitely love to come back and I would recommend anyone to stay there. Thank you for your hospitality.

10/10 Excellent

Sarina F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home with easy access

We loved this rental and definitely plan on trying to rent again for next year. It was close to all the river spots and large enough for our family with plenty of room!

10/10 Excellent

Wendy A., Laredo

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it!!!

We enjoyed our stay! I must say this home was perfect for our big family. Everyone enjoyed the front and backyards. From making s’mores in the back pit to sitting in the front yard on the rocking chairs and the tree swings. Only thing I would suggest is for the owner to install a second full shower in the restroom downstairs. Other than that we enjoyed this cozy home. The river was less than a 15 minute drive away.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for family to gather

Cassie and her mom, Kathy, were very helpful. Place was nice for a large group. Close to area attractions, but quite at night.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mayra F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our family had so much fun!!! And the at home feeling of the property is the best!!!!

The best experience.

About the host

Hosted by Cassie Hurles

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My name is Cassie Hurles, I have always lived in Texas (Dallas & Houston Areas) and all my summers were spent at the Frio River area. I met my husband, Darren (Daz) in 2001 while he was working here in the states. He moved here from Scotland in 2001. We then had our son, Connor in February 2004 and our daughter, Isla in May 2008. The first time I took my husband to the Frio River he fell in love and we kept the family tradition going with our kids, making it a must every year. Then we moved to the beautiful Texas Hill Country in April 2015 & bought Whiskey Mountain Inn on July 22, 2016. We are looking forward to this new adventure.

Why they chose this property

My place is close to Garner State Park (3 Miles), Lost Maples Park, Frio River, Concan, Utopia, Kerrville, & Uvalde. The famous three sisters (best driving roads in the USA) You’ll love my place because of the location, the ambiance, and the outdoors space. My place is good for couples, solo adventurers, families (with kids), big groups, and furry friends (pets), Pets are an additional $15 per pet, per night.

What makes this property unique

Only 2 miles - There is Happy Hollow tube rentals & shuttle. You take a right out of property & You park there and they shuttle you for tubing.
Only 2 miles - The Washbarn is open 24 hrs - 7 Days a week, you take a left out of the property & it is on the right.
1/2 mile to Buckhorn Bar & Grill
For your convenience, there is a binder in the cabin with a map of all river access and parking details.

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