Bandera Vacation Rental cabin

Riverfront Lodge, Bandera, Peace/Quiet in the Hill Country

Bandera cabin rental - The Medina River behind the lodge
See all 12 photos
Description Cabin, 3000 sq. ft.,
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8, 2 Bathrooms
Amenities river, rural, terrace, pets considered, air-conditioning, barbecue
Rates No rental rates available - please contact the owner
Cathy Dillon
512-353-3248
512-787-6294
Speaks: English
Contact the Owner

Photos and Description of the Bandera vacation cabin rental 4 BR, 2 BA, Sleeps 8

This is a rustic stone riverfront lodge on a bluff above the crystal-clear Medina River, with steps winding down to the water. Fireplaces, sleeps 8, 3 acres. This is an old house with quirks and character—if you want hotel perfection, this isn’t it. Awesome Hill Country atmosphere…swim, tube, canoe, fish, or sit on the patio or in the river and watch the water roll by. Near San Antonio, Austin, Fiesta Texas and Seaworld, Lost Maples State Park. Bandera is the 'cowboy capital of the world'...enjoy rodeos, horses, hayrides, and outdoor fun deep in the heart of the beautiful Hill Country.
Bandera cabin rental - swimming at the waterfall

swimming at the waterfall
Bandera cabin rental - View of river from patio

View of river from patio
Bandera cabin rental - Patio overlooking River

Patio overlooking River
Bandera cabin rental - Main House living room

Main House living room
Bandera cabin rental - Main House sunporch (4 twin beds)

Main House sunporch (4 twin beds)
Bandera cabin rental - Main House master bedroom

Main House master bedroom
Bandera cabin rental - guesthouse master bedroom

guesthouse master bedroom
Bandera cabin rental
Bandera cabin rental - view down to the river from back steps

view down to the river from back steps
Bandera cabin rental - lazy afternoon by the river

lazy afternoon by the river

Bandera cabin rental - nearby waterfall

nearby waterfall
Bandera cabin rental - The Medina River behind the lodge

The Medina River behind the lodge

Location: Texas < USA

Nearest Airport: San Antonio at 45 Miles
Nearest Train: San Antonio at 45 Miles
Nearest Motorway: Hwy 46 and Hwy 16, Bandera, Texas at 15 Miles
Nearest Ski: watershkiing/Lake Medina at 20 Miles
Car: necessary
Situated in one of the naturally beautiful areas of Texas, Bandera County beckons visitors to share a taste of the Old West set against a backdrop of the spectacular scenery of the Texas Hill Country. Bandera's title, 'Cowboy Capital of the World' originated when it became a staging area for the great cattle drives of yesteryear. When ranching fell on hard times in the 1930's, an enterprising rancher decided to take in 'dudes' to help him through the depression. An exciting new industry was born! It continues to flourish today with a number of excellent Dude Ranches operating throughout Bandera County, Texas. Confirming Bandera as the 'Cowboy Capital of the World', a bronze monument, honoring the many National Rodeo Champions who call Bandera, Texas, home, stands on the courthouse lawn. Enhancing the western character, a working blacksmith's shop on Main Street recalls the horse-and-buggy era when the forge was the center of every town's activities.
Zoom Level: City

Availability Calendar

Updated:
Jan 26, 2010
Changeover Day: Sunday
February 2010
s m t w t f s
- 1 2 3 4 5 6
7 8 9 10 11 12 13
14 15 16 17 18 19 20
21 22 23 24 25 26 27
28 - - - - - -
- - - - - - -
March 2010
s m t w t f s
- 1 2 3 4 5 6
7 8 9 10 11 12 13
14 15 16 17 18 19 20
21 22 23 24 25 26 27
28 29 30 31 - - -
- - - - - - -
April 2010
s m t w t f s
- - - - 1 2 3
4 5 6 7 8 9 10
11 12 13 14 15 16 17
18 19 20 21 22 23 24
25 26 27 28 29 30 -
- - - - - - -
May 2010
s m t w t f s
- - - - - - 1
2 3 4 5 6 7 8
9 10 11 12 13 14 15
16 17 18 19 20 21 22
23 24 25 26 27 28 29
30 31 - - - - -
June 2010
s m t w t f s
- - 1 2 3 4 5
6 7 8 9 10 11 12
13 14 15 16 17 18 19
20 21 22 23 24 25 26
27 28 29 30 - - -
- - - - - - -
July 2010
s m t w t f s
- - - - 1 2 3
4 5 6 7 8 9 10
11 12 13 14 15 16 17
18 19 20 21 22 23 24
25 26 27 28 29 30 31
- - - - - - -
August 2010
s m t w t f s
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
8 9 10 11 12 13 14
15 16 17 18 19 20 21
22 23 24 25 26 27 28
29 30 31 - - - -
- - - - - - -
September 2010
s m t w t f s
- - - 1 2 3 4
5 6 7 8 9 10 11
12 13 14 15 16 17 18
19 20 21 22 23 24 25
26 27 28 29 30 - -
- - - - - - -
October 2010
s m t w t f s
- - - - - 1 2
3 4 5 6 7 8 9
10 11 12 13 14 15 16
17 18 19 20 21 22 23
24 25 26 27 28 29 30
31 - - - - - -
November 2010
s m t w t f s
- 1 2 3 4 5 6
7 8 9 10 11 12 13
14 15 16 17 18 19 20
21 22 23 24 25 26 27
28 29 30 - - - -
- - - - - - -
December 2010
s m t w t f s
- - - 1 2 3 4
5 6 7 8 9 10 11
12 13 14 15 16 17 18
19 20 21 22 23 24 25
26 27 28 29 30 31 -
- - - - - - -
January 2011
s m t w t f s
- - - - - - 1
2 3 4 5 6 7 8
9 10 11 12 13 14 15
16 17 18 19 20 21 22
23 24 25 26 27 28 29
30 31 - - - - -
Available
  
Unavailable
Special Offer

Rental Rates for this vacation cabin rental in Bandera, Texas

No rental rates available - please contact the owner

Additional information about rental rates

  • $400 per weekend; $850 per week
  • $400 per weekend; $850 per week

Fees

Tax Rate:
12.0%
Cleaning:
$25

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation cabin rental in Bandera, Texas

Property Type:
  • cabin
Floor Area:
  • 3000 sq. ft.
Location Type:
  • river
  • rural
Theme:
  • adventure
  • away from it all
General:
  • alarm clock
  • ceiling fans
  • local maps
  • paper towels
  • toilet paper
  • air-conditioning
  • central heating
  • accept credit card
Kitchen:
  • cooking utensils
  • coffee maker
  • toaster
  • grill
  • refrigerator
  • freezer
  • oven
  • microwave
  • blender
  • spices
  • stove top burners
Living Room:
  • fireplace
  • comfy seating for 8 people
Dining:
  • dining area
  • seating for 10 people
Bathrooms:
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Shower
    Bathroom 2 - Toilet, Shower
    Outside - Outdoor Shower
  • there is also an outdoor shower good for rinsing off when you come up from the river.
Bedrooms:
  • 4 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 8 people
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 King
    Bedroom 2 - 1 King
    Bedroom 3 - 2 Twin/ Single, trundles--sleeps 4
    Bedroom 4 - 1 Queen
  • The house actually sleeps 10, not 8.......but we charge extra for any number in excess of 8.....and 8 is more comfortable than a larger number.
Entertainment:
  • VCR
  • radio
  • CD
  • audio tape player
  • books adult
  • games adults
Outside:
  • patio stone/concrete
  • walkway to water
  • terrace
  • barbecue
  • outdoor grill
  • child's swing
  • 12 garden chairs
Suitability:
  • long term renters welcome
  • unsuitable for elderly or infirm
  • pets considered
  • children welcome
Local Activities:
  • scuba diving or snorkeling
  • hunting
  • antiquing
  • swimming
  • tennis
  • walking
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • horseback riding
  • golf
  • mountain biking
Attractions:
  • autumn foliage
  • churches
  • eco tourism
  • equestrian events
  • groceries
  • museums
  • theme parks
  • water parks
Leisure Activities:
  • fly fishing
  • freshwater fishing
  • hiking
  • hunting small game
  • rafting
  • sight seeing
  • water tubing
  • whitewater rafting
Nearby Attraction / Facility:
  • coin laundry
  • restaurants
  • scenic drives
  • winery tours
Nearby Activities:
  • golf privileges optional
Nearby Services:
  • massage therapist
  • medical services
Notes: This is a semi-rustic lodge 5 miles out in the country - no real amenities, guests bring their own! Lots of uneven steps, rock and concrete floors, so not ideal for crawling babies or the orthopedically challenged.

Further details for this vacation cabin rental in Bandera, Texas

We want all our guests to be happy! : Please read all the reviews before deciding to book, as they are quite enlightening. Most people love our place, but the ones who do not.....are typically expecting a more upscale, updated facility. It is quite comfortable, but it is an old house, and there will be 'issues' from time to time. So, we really love flexible people who will be cooperative and understanding when maintenance needs arise!

Other Activities: Tubing, kayaking, canoeing, swimming, snorkeling.....all things 'river'!

Reviews for this vacation cabin rental in Bandera, Texas

Rating
5 out of 5

Great getaway!

Had a Blast Corpus Christi, tx
Review Submitted: August 26, 2009 Date of Stay: August 2009
My family and I had a great time out here. Just what the kids needed before heading back to school. The guest house had no a/c, but most of the time was spent swimming in the water holes or grilling. At night time though, it is very cool and comfortable with the windows open.
We are in a drought, and the river is low, but there are a couple of water holes deep enough to swim in and even jump off of a rope with. We had a blast in the water, as we spent most of the time out there. Its a nice little walk, but it is beautiful, with large trees giving off shade. At night time, we all sat around the picnic table and observed the deer in the yard. Overall , we had an awsome time and would love to go back.
Recommended for:  Families with Teenagers
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 1/1
Rating
5 out of 5

Another Great Stay!

Beautiful Week Brownsville, Texas
Review Submitted: August 4, 2009 Date of Stay: July 2009
We enjoyed another great stay this summer at the Bandera House! The river was a little low, but we still spent many hours exploring and playing. Most evenings we simply grilled outside and watched the deer. We love the rustic and quirky house! It was a beautiful week. Thank you!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 1/1
Rating
1 out of 5

Barely Habitable

YIKES! Stillwater, Oklahoma US
Review Submitted: July 28, 2009 Date of Stay: July 2009
Our experience was very much like that of "Female Sherry": we found that the place needed some serious attention. The day before we drove to Bandera, Cathy informed us that the shower in the main house should not be used. When we got there, we found that the toilets had serious limitations. The "Annex" is not air conditioned, and that means that in summer heat, no matter what the myth is about the Hill Country being cooler, no one can sleep in it. A hundred-dollar window unit would have gone a long way in making the Annex livable. The kitchen in the main cabin was grimy. We had reserved the place for a week, but fled after one night. -- Perhaps this could be made into a charming vacation cabin if the owners invested a little money and elbow grease, but as it now stands I would encourage people to look elsewhere.
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 2/2
Rating
5 out of 5

Bandera house

amyrvw Buda
Review Submitted: July 5, 2009 Date of Stay: May 2009
What a wonderful place! My husband and I took our 2 and 4 year old children to this magical little cabin. The kids had the most amazing time exploring every inch of the grounds. We had our breakfast with the deer every morning and spent most of the day down by the water. With nothing more than a basic cane pole and some leftover hot dog, my 4 year old caught over a dozen fish:) We will be coming back every year. This place is truly special and the owner is a real gem. It is not a 5 star hotel and does not claim to be. Perfectly quaint and quirky. My kids will remember playing in the water and watching the wildlife. They could care less about the funny shower....me too.
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 2/2
Rating
5 out of 5

Fantastic river getaway

Frequent Flyers from FL Safety Harbor, FL
Review Submitted: July 2, 2009 Date of Stay: June 2009
While visiting my sister in the Texas Hill Country, she recommended a rustic, river getaway. She had sent me the website and many photos so I felt like I knew the place before we arrived for a two night retreat. What I didn't expect was the overall tranquility I felt getting away from home and the phones, computers and the overall hectic-ness of life. The house had everything we needed and was very comfortable. We, my sister and her husband, my 14 year old son and I had a blast in the river. The waterfall and the rope swing was all the entertainment we needed for daytime. We talked and play games in the evening. We definitely plan to return.
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Families with Teenagers
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 3/3
 

Reviews are the subjective opinions of HomeAway travelers and not of HomeAway, Inc.

See All Reviews
Write a Review

Contact the owner or property manager

Contact Details
*
*
*
*
*
When are you traveling?
How many are in your party?
Your message to the owner

Speaks: English

(Maximum 500 Characters.  characters remaining.)
 
* Required

Cathy Dillon

Telephone: 512 353-3248 (don't call after 11 pm)

Alt. Phone: 512 787-6294 (don't call after 11 pm)

International: 512 353-3248
Help dialing internationally

Speaks: English

This advertiser has been with HomeAway.com since 2006


The contents of this form will be sent direct by e-mail to the advertiser. It is only to be used to inquire about booking this property. Any other use constitutes an abuse of HomeAway.com systems. You may also receive our email newsletters targeted to your interests by HomeAway. You can reference our privacy statement for more information.

Privacy Statement
This email goes direct to the advertiser. You should be notified within 30 seconds that it has been sent. HomeAway also keeps an archive copy as a back-up for advertisers. HomeAway will also add your email address to its mailing list. This list is used exclusively by us for newsletters and notification of special offers. The HomeAway mailing list is not given, sold, or lent to any third party. If you wish to have your email address removed from the HomeAway.com list, please click remove. See our privacy policy for more information.

Sending your request....
Link To This Page
Close this window

Please use the html code below to create a simple text link to this page from your website or blog. When you click in the box, the code will be highlighted for you. Then you just right-click with your mouse or go to your browser's Edit menu and choose "Copy" to copy this code. Then paste it into the code of your web page where you'd like the link to appear. Thanks for linking to HomeAway!