The Cochise Tipi sits on a wide deck built among the oaks above the creek on Bandera Stronghold, a small property outside Bandera shared by just three stays, with 500 feet of creek frontage between them. Bandera's restaurants and live music are a short drive back into town.

The tipi itself is heavy canvas, roomy inside, and comfortable in any season, with air conditioning for summer and heaters for cold nights. There is a queen bed and a seating area inside, and a private full bathroom, with a tub and shower, in its own small building right next to the tipi. The kitchenette has a mini-fridge, a microwave and a K-Cup coffee maker, with coffee and tea provided. Wi-Fi is provided.

The deck is where the stay happens: a private hot tub, shaded seating, a picnic table, a fire pit and a charcoal grill. Wildlife comes right up to the edge of it, and the birding is good. The creek is below for wading and catch-and-release fishing when the water allows, and floats and lawn chairs are available if you ask.

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
There is nothing else quite like the Cochise Tipi in anything we book. It sits on a big deck built in and around the oaks, right above the creek, and that deck is half the stay. It is camping without the camping: a real bed, air conditioning, and a private full bathroom of its own right next door.
— Spencer and Jess, Backroads Hill Country

SLEEPING
Tipi: queen bed, plus a twin rollaway for a third guest
One full bathroom with tub and shower, in its own building beside the tipi

GOOD TO KNOW
The bathroom is a private full bath in a separate building right next to the tipi, used only by tipi guests.
Sleeps up to 3, with the third guest on the twin rollaway. Guests must be 13 or older.
The rate covers two guests; a third guest is $20 per night.
The host lives on site, and there are three stays on the property.
Cell service depends on your carrier.
Fishing is seasonal and depends on water levels.
Smoking is allowed outdoors only.
Sorry, no pets at the tipi.
Check-in is 3 PM and check-out is 11 AM.