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Bandera River House · Private Medina Access

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Bandera, TX
  • Place, Medina River
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Bandera City Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Lost Maples State Natural Area
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the area

Bandera

At this holiday home you'll be steps from Medina River and 3.6 km (2.3 mi) from Ranger Crossing Park. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen and a washing machine. .Home features a sofa bed, a dining area and a TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A coffee/tea maker and an iron/ironing board are also available. Limited housekeeping is available. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Bandera holiday home include Tarpley Crossing Park and Mansfield Park.
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What's nearby

  • Medina River - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mansfield Park - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Bandera City Park - 10 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Schreiner University - 34 min drive - 56.7 km
  • Lost Maples State Natural Area - 37 min drive - 70.6 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪TJ's At the Old Forge - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Best Western Bandera Suites & Saloon - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wild Horse Saloon - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bandera River House · Private Medina Access

Bandera River House sits on three acres of meadow and old trees, with its own frontage on the Medina River. A track on the property runs from the house right down to the water. It is quiet out here, with more deer than neighbors.



The cabin started small and was added onto, and the newer living and dining room is the heart of it: one wide, open room with warm woodwork, a long table for group meals and a game table. The kitchen is fully stocked. Kids will find board games, toys and a craft station. Beds throughout the house sleep up to twelve, and there is a washer and dryer, A/C and heat. A TV with a DVD player and movie library, a satellite TV option and strong cell and Wi-Fi coverage cover the evenings indoors.



Evenings belong to the yard, with a fire pit, a chimenea for roasting marshmallows, picnic tables and shaded seating under the trees.



Pets are not permitted at this house.



Early check-in may be available on request. Every stay includes the Texas Hill Country Travel App, a local guide for exploring the area.



WHY WE LIKE IT

Bandera River House is one of the few places where we tell guests to load the cooler and drive it right down to the water, without leaving the property. There is a river swing at the bank. And because the house is part of a river community, you can walk up and down the river along the banks. For a family that wants a whole day on the Medina, it is hard to beat.

— Spencer and Jess, Backroads Hill Country



SLEEPING

Bedroom 1: queen bed and double bed

Bedroom 2: queen bed and double bed

Den: sleeper sofa and twin bed

Living room: twin bed

One bathroom



GOOD TO KNOW

Sorry, no pets at this house.

Check-in is 3 PM and check-out is 11 AM.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
You can find your checkout instructions in the Hill Country Travel app. A link to the app was sent to you by text when you booked.
Please leave beds unmade, hang towels, dispose of trash, clean up after pets, set AC to 78 or heat to 60, and clean/cover BBQ.
Please leave beds unmade, hang towels, dispose of trash, clean up after pets, set AC to 78 or heat to 60, and clean/cover BBQ.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Review the Hill Country Travel App provided at time of booking for house rules, amenities, check-in details, and other important stay information.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Bandera River House on the Medina
Bandera River House on Medina Bandera
Bandera River House on Medina Guesthouse
Bandera River House on Medina Guesthouse Bandera
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Frequently asked questions

Does Bandera River House | Bandera | Deer | Private have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Bandera River House | Bandera | Deer | Private family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, a BBQ and children's books, it's no surprise that Bandera River House | Bandera | Deer | Private is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bandera River House | Bandera | Deer | Private?

No, Bandera River House | Bandera | Deer | Private does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Bandera River House | Bandera | Deer | Private?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Bandera River House | Bandera | Deer | Private?

No, pets are not allowed.

Bandera River House · Private Medina Access Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Plenty of room, nice house

Enjoyed it, would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice country home

We enjoyed our stay. The property has such history, and it was so fun to see all the family pictures around the house!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great little cabin!

This property was described well. Beds are comfortable and cabin has everything you need. You can walk or drive to the river. The river is beautiful. Bandera is a cute little town with cute shops and good food.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just Beautiful ❤️

Our first time ever in Bandera. We went for our annual birthday party bash for the thin blue line motorcycle club. The home is right off the medina river, the different types of deer, hummingbirds, the singing of the birds. Seating on the patio in the mornings with our friends drinking coffee and enjoying the outdoors. The owner called to check in with me and to give us some pointers on where to go and eat. She was very pleasant to speak to. Spencer Forrest Backroads Reservations was very attentive to my needs and answered all my questions. I definitely will book again for next year 2022 Birthday Bash!!! Thanks for the beautiful nature and home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot for fun with friends and kids

We chose this property because it was both large enough for our group of 10, and out of town. I highly recommend it if you're looking for a quiet spot to reconnect with family or friends. The cabin is as cute in person as it looks in the photos. The original structure is a lovely little antique cottage with a stone fireplace. The addition wraps around two sides of the cottage and makes it an appropriate space for a larger number of people. The kitchen is in the original area and it looks small in the photos, but we were able to bake, cook meals for 10, and clean up after with no problems at all, so don't let that worry you. Obviously, the back path to the river is the main attraction, and we spent a lot of our time outdoors. If we were there for a longer stay, there are a lot of things I would have liked to check out in the nearby towns. Since we were only there for a weekend, we will have to leave it at wanting to come back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cabin with a family feel

The cabin started much smaller than it is now. It had a cute living room with a kitchen, 2 bedrooms and a bathroom. They added a huge living /dining space. It is nicely furnished and comfortable and was great for our small family of 4. It would easily accommodate a larger group. The beds were comfortable and everything was clean - very appreciated in these Covid times. The kitchen was well equipped, though some of the pots and pans were old as you would expect. The coffee pot marked "regular" didn't work but there was another to use that was fine. The property managers were responsive so I'd bet they have that replaced by now. Outside there were plenty of comfortable chairs and tables to hang out, play games and eat at. There are lots of trees so there was good shade. To get to the river you walk out back, down a small hill and across a small field. (Drive down if you need.) You can go straight through some bushes and hit the river - there is a bank you can climb down - or head to the left or right and find easy access. We explored up and down the river both in the water and on the banks. The water went from ankle deep to waist deep, very clear water. The night sky was wonderful. We saw several deer and plenty of birds, some fish. There are no cabins right by the river or on the other side so you felt you had plenty of space to play. There is a cabin close to this one on one side of the property but everything is situated so that you have privacy. There is nothing near on the other side. It was a quick drive into Bandera. We enjoyed the shops and restaurants there. The cabin is not a fancy place but an old family get away. Cozy feeling and comfy. We would definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

weekend by the River

It was a fun weekend getaway for us. Casual and cute cabin, well situated and rustic views, lots of deer. The kids loved walking through the short pasture to the river which was lovely and cool, and we saw hardly a soul.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Perfect getaway Plenty of privacy

Host are very attenative, you can contact at any hour of the day, they always respond. House has everything you need. Kitchen, bathroom fully stocked. Plenty of games, arts and craft for kids. Beds are comfy. Short walk to the river. Very quiet and no one around. Just what I needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018