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ishing gear. Tarpley and Bandera are both nearby, and Lost Maples and Garner State Park are within a day trip.Inside, the house is bright, with central air, ceiling fans, a living room with a smart TV, a dining table that seats eight and a bar with stools. The kitchen is fully equipped, with a dishwasher. The primary suite has a queen bed, a TV and a bath with a double vanity, a shower and a garden tub. Two more bedrooms have full beds and share a bath with a tub and shower, and a futon in the living room sleeps two more. Wi-Fi and a washer and dryer are here too.There are two decks. The small one in front faces the hills and works for morning coffee. The larger covered deck out back overlooks the creek, with seating and string lights. A private dock with seating sits on the water, and catch-and-release fishing is allowed. There is a charcoal grill, covered parking and plenty of room for more cars.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 ITWhat we tell people about Hondo Creek Hideaway is to look at the back deck. It is large, covered, overlooks the creek and has string lights, so it is where evenings end up. There is also a private dock with seating on the water. The dining table seats eight, which suits a family that wants to eat together.— Spencer and Jess, Backroads Hill CountrySLEEPINGPrimary bedroom: queen bedBedroom 2: full bedBedroom 3: full bedLiving room: futon for twoTwo full bathrooms, one with a garden tubGOOD TO KNOWThe tap water is fine for bathing, but a water dispenser is provided for drinking and cooking.Cell service is low, so Wi-Fi calling is recommended.Creek levels depend on rainfall; ask us when you book.Up to three pets are welcome; any pet fee is shown when you book.Check-in is 3 PM and check-out is 11 AM.

s in the old limestone buildings around town, and the Medina River, local restaurants and shops are close by. San Antonio is near enough for a day trip.The house was built of limestone in 1853. Inside, the stone walls are exposed and wooden beams cross the ceilings. In the additional living space at the back of the house, an old well has been preserved beneath a glass covering instead of being filled in. There are three bedrooms, each with a king bed, two and a half baths and two living rooms, with Roku TVs in both primary bedrooms and one living room.Two primary suites each have their own bathroom, one with a walk-in shower and one with a tub and shower. The third bedroom has twin bunks above the king, which works well for children, and board games, toys and a pack-and-play are provided. The kitchen is fully equipped, with an electric stove and oven, a dishwasher, a stand mixer, a blender, a slow cooker, a toaster, a coffee maker with coffee, place settings for twelve and an under-counter ice maker.Outside there is a deck for morning coffee, a patio, a hot tub with towels provided, and an outdoor grill. A hair dryer, an iron and an ironing board are in the 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 ITWhen people ask about Iltis Hus, we tell them about the well. An old well was kept during the renovation and sits under glass in the back living room, where you can look down into it. The house itself is limestone, built in 1853, with exposed stone walls and wooden beams. Two primary suites, each with its own bath, make it an easy fit for two couples.— Spencer and Jess, Backroads Hill CountrySLEEPINGBedroom 1: king bed, with its own bathBedroom 2: king bed, with its own bathBedroom 3: king bed with two twin bunks aboveTwo full bathrooms and a half bathGOOD TO KNOWThe fireplace is decorative and not usable.Up to two pets are welcome; any pet fee is shown when you book.Check-in is 3 PM and check-out is 11 AM.

aking and tubing. Deer and wild turkeys share the land, a deer feeder draws them close, and there is room to walk the grounds.The house has been remodeled. There are two living areas, a dining area that seats eight with three more at the island, a full kitchen with a dishwasher, and a laundry room with a washer and dryer. Four bedrooms and three baths sleep up to fourteen, including a bunk room that suits kids. The downstairs suite has a pedestal tub and a separate shower. Central air and heat, mini-split units, ceiling fans, smart TVs with Roku and Wi-Fi are throughout, and cell service is reliable.The deck off the upstairs primary bedroom overlooks the lake, and there is a shaded patio downstairs. Near the house are a fire pit circled with seating, picnic tables and a charcoal grill. Guests are welcome to bring their own kayaks and tubes. A carport covers parking.Pets are welcome. Two 48 by 30 by 33 inch wire kennels are provided, one in the TV room and one in the upstairs primary bedroom.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 ITWe usually suggest Indian Springs for big groups who want water of their own. The house sits on 35 acres with a private five-acre lake and a dock, and it sleeps fourteen. The deck off the upstairs primary bedroom overlooks the lake. For anyone bringing a dog, two large wire kennels are already in the house.— Spencer and Jess, Backroads Hill CountrySLEEPINGBedroom 1 (upstairs): king bedBedroom 2 (upstairs): queen bedBedroom 3 (downstairs suite): queen bedBunk room: two full-over-twin bunks and one twin-over-twin bunkThree full bathroomsGOOD TO KNOWThe first two bedrooms are upstairs and share a full bath.The lake has its own fishing rules, with size and catch limits by species and catfish released; ask us for the details before you go.Water activities depend on lake levels.The fireplace is not usable.Stays of 30 nights or longer are not available.Up to three pets are welcome; any pet fee is shown when you book.Check-in is 3 PM and check-out is 11 AM.

ver are about eight miles away, Camp Verde about four, and Kerrville about seventeen. It is motorcycle-friendly, with parking for vehicles and trailers.The house has a large living room with big windows and a smart TV. The kitchen is fully equipped, with a stove and oven, a dishwasher, a microwave, a toaster, both a drip coffee maker and a Keurig, and reverse osmosis water. The dining area looks out over the ranch. Three bedrooms and two baths sleep up to seven, and one bedroom has a twin-over-full bunk bed for kids. Central heat and air, Wi-Fi, a washer and dryer and board games are here too.Outside are a covered porch and deck, a charcoal grill and a large stone fire pit with wood provided. Guests can hike the ranch trails and see the donkeys and exotic animals. There is a seasonal fishing pond; check with us before planning to fish.Pets are welcome; keep them mindful of the ranch animals. A Tesla charger, a playpen and a high chair are available on request.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 ITWe usually suggest Josietta's for people who want a real ranch around them. It sits on a 444-acre working ranch, with trails to hike, a small herd of donkeys, exotic animals and horses on the property. The house and yard are private, and the ranch is there to walk. Bandera and the Medina River are a short drive.— Spencer and Jess, Backroads Hill CountrySLEEPINGBedroom 1: queen bedBedroom 2: queen bedBedroom 3: twin-over-full bunk bedTwo full bathrooms, one with a step-in shower and one with tub and showerGOOD TO KNOWThis is a working ranch, so you may see staff or other guests on the property, though the house and yard are private.Horses live on the ranch, but riding is not allowed and guests cannot bring their own.Two more guest rooms are available in a separate building; ask us for details.No discharging of firearms, and no fireworks or ATVs.Up to two pets are welcome; any pet fee is shown when you book.Check-in is 3 PM and check-out is 11 AM.

Cowboy Capital are a short drive away, the tubing outfitters are close, and cars can drive down to the river access.Inside, the living room has a big sofa and recliners. Two bedrooms, one with a king and one with a queen, sleep four. The kitchen has a stove, a refrigerator, a microwave and a Keurig, though no dishwasher. Central heat and air, high-speed Wi-Fi, a TV with Roku, a landline phone and good in-town cell coverage are all here, and linens are provided.The large covered porch and a yard about the size of a football field face the river. There are porch swings, outdoor furniture, a fire pit, and a combination charcoal grill and smoker. A hammock hangs on the riverbank, fishing is allowed, and deer and other wildlife are around the property.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 ITWe usually suggest Lambert Park for people who want the town and wildlife in the same trip. It sits in a cypress-lined cove on the Medina, with plenty of deer around the property, and the shops and Wild West history of Bandera are a short drive away without leaving town. The yard facing the river is about the size of a football field, with porch swings and a hammock on the bank. There is also a charcoal grill and smoker for cooking outside.— Spencer and Jess, Backroads Hill CountrySLEEPINGBedroom 1: king bedBedroom 2: queen bedOne full bathroom with a showerGOOD TO KNOWThe Medina here is often low or dry. If you are hoping to get in the water, call ahead and we will tell you the current level.There is no dishwasher.Up to two pets are welcome; any pet fee is shown when you book.Check-in is 3 PM and check-out is 11 AM.

pond. Deer come in daily to the feeder, wild birds work the grounds, and the sunsets fall across the water.The owner milled the lumber for the lodge himself, and the furniture, the bed frames, the deck, the pond dock and the covered bridge are his work too. Antler chandeliers hang in the living room, with a mounted quilt and a hand-carved totem pole nearby. The living area has couches, a wood-burning fireplace for the cooler months, a game table, a large smart TV with Roku and two workstations. The dining table seats twelve, with eight bar stools besides. The kitchen is set up for large groups, with a gas stove, a Keurig and a drip coffee maker, and the utility room holds a washer and dryer, a deep freeze, a commercial ice maker and a half bath. Central air and heat, ceiling fans, Wi-Fi, good cell service and an indoor and outdoor Bluetooth speaker system round it out.Three bedrooms, the Whitetail Room, the Cowboy Room and the Indian Room, each have a queen bed, a full bath and their own door to the back patio. Two queen bunks in the living area, along with a daybed, trundles and queen chair-beds, bring the lodge up to sixteen.Outside, two covered patios run the length of the lodge. A concrete ramp puts the seven kayaks and the rowboat into the pond, which is stocked with bass and perch for catch and release, and the fire pit sits at the water's edge with firewood supplied. A stone walkway leads to a small concrete wading pool fed by a waterfall, just right for young children. There is a six-person hot tub with an outdoor TV, a charcoal grill and smoker, and horseshoes, cornhole, oversized Jenga, washers and tailgate golf. A pack-and-play is available, and kids and pets are welcome.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 ITWhat we tell people about Lantana Lodge is that one man built most of it with his own hands. The owner got a sawmill, sought out the trees, and made the furniture, the bed frames, the deck, the pond dock and the covered bridge himself. That woodwork is what you live inside all weekend. Out back, seven kayaks and a rowboat sit beside a private pond stocked with bass and perch for catch and release.— Spencer and Jess, Backroads Hill CountrySLEEPINGWhitetail Room: queen bed, with its own bathCowboy Room: queen bed, with its own bathIndian Room: queen bed, with its own bathLiving area: two queen bunks, a daybed, two trundle beds and two queen chair-bedsThree full bathrooms (showers only) and a half bathGOOD TO KNOWThe three bedrooms have showers only, no tubs.Beyond the three bedrooms, much of the sleeping space for a large group is in the open living area.The main renter must be 25 or older.Up to three pets are welcome; any pet fee is shown when you book.Check-in is 3 PM and check-out is 11 AM.

three miles away for hiking, riding and wildlife, and Lost Maples State Natural Area, Garner State Park and the Frio, Medina and Guadalupe rivers are all within about an hour. Bandera and Hondo are both an easy drive.This listing is all three cabins, Starlight, Stargazer and Shooting Star, so the ranch is yours. Each was recently renovated, and each is a studio with golden woodwork and natural light: a queen bed, a dining nook, a kitchenette and a full bath with a shower stall. The kitchenettes have a fridge, a hot plate, a microwave that also works as an oven, and regular and K-cup coffee. Every cabin has a Roku TV and central heat and air, and Wi-Fi covers the property.Each cabin has a shaded front porch with rocking chairs. The ranch grounds, all yours with this booking, have picnic tables, a charcoal grill, a large fire pit with firewood supplied, outdoor games and walking trails, and laundry is on site. The goats, chickens and ducks are friendly, and the nights are dark enough for stargazing. The owner lives on the property and is there if anything comes up.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 ITWe usually suggest Lucky Star Ranch for families and small groups who want to be together but not in one room. Booking the whole ranch means three separate cabins, each with its own porch, bath and kitchenette, and the grounds to yourselves. Kids can visit the goats, chickens and ducks, including Baby, the dwarf Nigerian goat who won the Bandera 4th of July Pet Parade. The Hill Country State Natural Area is three miles away.— Spencer and Jess, Backroads Hill CountrySLEEPINGStarlight: queen bedStargazer: queen bedShooting Star: queen bedThree full bathrooms with showers, one in each cabinGOOD TO KNOWThe three bedrooms are in three separate cabins.One pet per cabin is allowed; it must get along with farm animals and stay leashed on the property. Any pet fee is shown when you book.Bring your own charcoal.Check-in is 3 PM and check-out is 11 AM.

he Hill Country State Natural Area is three miles away for hiking, riding and wildlife, and Lost Maples State Natural Area, Garner State Park and the Frio, Medina and Guadalupe rivers are all within about an hour. Bandera and Hondo are both an easy drive.The cabin is a studio with golden woodwork and good natural light, laid out as a sleeping area, a dining nook and a kitchenette. The queen bed sleeps two, and a rollaway is available on request for a third. The kitchenette has a fridge, a hot plate, a microwave that also works as an oven, basic cookware, and both regular and K-cup coffee. There is a full bath with a shower stall, a Roku TV, central heat and air, and Wi-Fi.Each cabin has a shaded front porch with rocking chairs. The ranch grounds, shared by the three cabins, have picnic tables, a charcoal grill, a large fire pit with firewood supplied, outdoor games and walking trails, and laundry is on site. The goats, chickens and ducks are friendly, and the nights are dark enough for stargazing. The owner lives on the property and is there if anything comes up.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 ITWe usually suggest Shooting Star for people who want the animals to be part of the trip. The ranch keeps goats, chickens and ducks that like attention, and Baby, a dwarf Nigerian goat, took first place in the Bandera 4th of July Pet Parade. A pet of your own can come along, as long as it gets on with farm animals. The Hill Country State Natural Area is three miles down the road.— Spencer and Jess, Backroads Hill CountrySLEEPINGStudio: queen bedRollaway bed for a third guest, on requestOne full bathroom with a shower stallGOOD TO KNOWThe grounds, grill, fire pit and games are shared with the other two cabins.One pet per cabin is allowed; it must get along with farm animals and stay leashed on the property. Any pet fee is shown when you book.Bring your own charcoal.Check-in is 3 PM and check-out is 11 AM.

y State Natural Area is three miles away for hiking, riding and wildlife, and Lost Maples State Natural Area, Garner State Park and the Frio, Medina and Guadalupe rivers are all within about an hour. Bandera and Hondo are both an easy drive.The cabin is a studio with golden woodwork and good natural light, laid out as a sleeping area, a dining nook and a kitchenette. The queen bed sleeps two, and a rollaway is available on request for a third. The kitchenette has a fridge, a hot plate, a microwave that also works as an oven, basic cookware, and both regular and K-cup coffee. There is a full bath with a shower stall, a Roku TV, central heat and air, and Wi-Fi.Each cabin has a shaded front porch with rocking chairs. The ranch grounds, shared by the three cabins, have picnic tables, a charcoal grill, a large fire pit with firewood supplied, outdoor games and walking trails, and laundry is on site. The goats, chickens and ducks are friendly, and the nights are dark enough for stargazing. The owner lives on the property and is there if anything comes up.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 ITWhen guests ask what we like about Stargazer, we start with the sky. The ranch is far enough out that the nights go properly dark, and the fire pit is a good place to watch them. In the daytime, the Hill Country State Natural Area is a three-mile drive for hiking, riding or looking for wildlife. Bandera and Hondo are both close when you want a town.— Spencer and Jess, Backroads Hill CountrySLEEPINGStudio: queen bedRollaway bed for a third guest, on requestOne full bathroom with a shower stallGOOD TO KNOWThe grounds, grill, fire pit and games are shared with the other two cabins.One pet per cabin is allowed; it must get along with farm animals and stay leashed on the property. Any pet fee is shown when you book.Bring your own charcoal.Check-in is 3 PM and check-out is 11 AM.

ill Country State Natural Area is three miles away for hiking, riding and wildlife, and Lost Maples State Natural Area, Garner State Park and the Frio, Medina and Guadalupe rivers are all within about an hour. Bandera and Hondo are both an easy drive.The cabin is a studio with golden woodwork and good natural light, laid out as a sleeping area, a dining nook and a kitchenette. The queen bed sleeps two, and a rollaway is available on request for a third. The kitchenette has a fridge, a hot plate, a microwave that also works as an oven, basic cookware, and both regular and K-cup coffee. There is a full bath with a shower stall, a Roku TV, central heat and air, and Wi-Fi.Each cabin has a shaded front porch with rocking chairs. The ranch grounds, shared by the three cabins, have picnic tables, a charcoal grill, a large fire pit with firewood supplied, outdoor games and walking trails, and laundry is on site. The goats, chickens and ducks are friendly, and the nights are dark enough for stargazing. The owner lives on the property and is there if anything comes up.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 ITWhat we tell people about Starlight is that it makes a good base for day trips. Lost Maples and Garner State Park are both within an hour, and the Hill Country State Natural Area is three miles away. The kitchenette's microwave doubles as an oven, which covers a simple supper after a long day out. And a dog can come along, as long as it is fine around goats and chickens.— Spencer and Jess, Backroads Hill CountrySLEEPINGStudio: queen bedRollaway bed for a third guest, on requestOne full bathroom with a shower stallGOOD TO KNOWThe grounds, grill, fire pit and games are shared with the other two cabins.One pet per cabin is allowed; it must get along with farm animals and stay leashed on the property. Any pet fee is shown when you book.Bring your own charcoal.Check-in is 3 PM and check-out is 11 AM.

asonal pond, and miles of quiet country roads run through the surrounding land, good for a drive or a motorcycle ride.The house was built in 1904 and has been restored with care. The living room has a couch, two chairs, a wood-burning fireplace and a Roku TV, and a small alcove off it works as a reading nook or a place for kids to play. The kitchen is built around a wood-topped island with stools, with an oven, a range, a microwave, a toaster and both regular and K-cup coffee makers. There are two bedrooms, one of them detached, plus a sunroom with a queen pull-out couch, a small dining table and its own mini-split. Both bathrooms have vintage tubs, and the main bath has a shower as well. Central air and heat, ceiling fans, satellite TV, Wi-Fi, good cell coverage and a washer and dryer are all here.Behind the house, country rockers sit under the trees. A shaded veranda has a conversation pit for a larger group, and there is a hot tub, a charcoal grill and a fire pit. The acreage is open for hiking, bird and wildlife watching, and stargazing.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 ITWhen guests ask what we like about Mighty Oaks, we start with the land. The house was built in 1904 and sits on 352 acres with a seasonal pond, open for walking, birding and stargazing. Miles of country roads surround the property, which suits people who came to drive or ride. And the second bedroom is detached, so two couples each get some privacy.— Spencer and Jess, Backroads Hill CountrySLEEPINGBedroom 1: king bedBedroom 2 (detached): two queen bedsSunroom: queen pull-out couchTwo full bathrooms with vintage tubs, one with a showerGOOD TO KNOWThe second bedroom is detached from the main house.Up to three pets are welcome; any pet fee is shown when you book.Check-in is 3 PM and check-out is 11 AM.

ble) | Free Hill Country Travel AppRental rate is based on 6 guests- Each additional overnight guest is $50 per night after 6 guests- Each additional day guest is $25 per day- Pets are $50 per pet, per nightSleeping up to 20 guests in beds, this incredible 754-acre waterfront ranch is the perfect destination for family reunions, group retreats, hunting trips, motorcycle groups, and unforgettable Hill Country getaways. Perched high above the surrounding countryside, the ranch offers some of the most spectacular panoramic views in Texas while providing privacy, comfort, and endless opportunities for adventure.Located within easy driving distance of Lost Maples State Natural Area, Garner State Park, and the Frio River, guests can enjoy hiking, tubing, swimming, wildlife viewing, scenic drives, and some of the most beautiful landscapes the Texas Hill Country has to offer. The winding roads surrounding the ranch are especially popular with motorcycle enthusiasts and sports car drivers seeking unforgettable Hill Country touring routes.Even before stepping inside, you'll discover why guests love this property. A long shaded front porch provides the perfect place to relax and take in the views. Outside you'll also find a private swimming pool, hot tub, fire pit, smoker, BBQ area, outdoor cooking station, and two lakes stocked for fishing. Canoes and kayaks are provided for guest enjoyment, while the expansive acreage offers excellent opportunities for hiking, bird watching, stargazing, and wildlife photography.Inside, the lodge features a spacious open-concept design with a large living room, dining area, fully equipped kitchen, fireplace, pool table, Smart TV, and central heating and air conditioning. The kitchen includes everything needed to prepare meals for large groups, including two refrigerators, oven, cooktop, microwave, dishwasher, blender, mixer, electric skillet, crockpot, cookware, dishes, utensils, and both regular and K-Cup coffee makers.Sleeping Arrangements=================King Suite- 1 King Bed- Private En-Suite Bathroom- Bathtub- Steam Shower- Sleeps 2Queen Bedroom- 1 Queen Bed- 1 Bunk Bed (Twin Upper / Full Lower)- Shared Bathroom with shower and bathtub- Sleeps up to 5Queen & Bunk Room- 1 Queen Bed- 4 Bunk Beds:- Three Twin Upper / Full Lower Bunks- One Twin Upper / Twin Lower Bunk- Shared Bathroom with shower and bathtub- Sleeps up to 13Bathrooms- Private bathroom in the King Suite featuring a bathtub and steam shower room- Shared full bathroom with tub/shower combination serving the additional bedroomsInterior Amenities=============- Open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area- Large sectional sofa- Sleeper sofa- Pool table- Smart TV (bring your own Roku or Firestick)- WiFi- Central heating and air conditioning- Washer and dryer- All bed linens and bath towels provided- Limited cell service (landline available for local calls)Outdoor Amenities==============- Private swimming pool- Private hot tub- Fire pit- BBQ grill and smoker- Outdoor cooking station- Two private fishing lakes- Canoes and kayaks- Wildlife viewing- Hiking trails- Stargazing opportunities- Covered porch with seating- 754 acres to explore* Due to the road conditions from the recent rains, we are not allowing motorcycles to be driven down the hill to the property. We are requiring motorcycles to be trailered to the bottom, or they can be left at the top of the hill.Rates & Policies=============Our pricing structure is designed so smaller groups don't overpay while larger groups receive the space and amenities they need.- Base rate includes up to 6 guests- $50 per person, per night for each additional guest- Maximum occupancy: 20 guests in beds- Cleaning fee: $ 275- Pet fee: $50 per pet, per night (maximum 3 pets)- Non-standard cancellation policy appliesBooking platforms will automatically calculate all guest and pet fees based on the number of guests, pets, and nights included in your reservation.