River Bend Hideaway on Medina

If you're looking for a beautiful place where a large group can enjoy the best the Hill Country has to offer, we've got the perfect kid-friendly, pet-friendly, and budget-friendly family weekend getaway! The River Bend Hideaway is right on the Medina River, where you'll have private access to the tubing, fishing, and swimming this area's famous for. This countryside roost is also close to great towns like Bandera and Medina, so you'll be close to great food, shopping, night life, and events!

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There's space here to accommodate up to 13 guests, but this spacious home is perched on ten gorgeous Hill Country acres, so everyone will have plenty of elbow room! It's easily one of the best guest houses in the Bandera area, a waterfront cabin getaway loaded with amenities and extras, all in a rural setting that's relaxing and exciting all at the same time. The grounds are ideal for wildlife watching, hiking, and stargazing, too!

The River Bend Hideaway has two shaded porches, both with comfy outdoor furniture, where you can rest and savor views of the mountainous countryside and the nearby Medina River. The charcoal grill on-site allows you to test your BBQ skills; there's nothing like a hearty meal after a day on the river! While bed and bath linens are included during your stay, your hosts at River Bend ask that guests bring their own towels for use on the river. If there are smokers in your crew, they're allowed to light up, but outside only, please.

Gleaming light and dark woodwork makes the interior shine, along with plenty of natural light. There's an enormous living area and dining area, a bar island with stools, and a generously equipped kitchen, including a washer and dryer alcove right next to the kitchen. Cutlery, glasses, cookware and serving ware for your meals are included, too! Both full bathrooms in the home have showers, and the three bedrooms with seven plush and restful beds provide great sleeping arrangements for up to a baker's dozen. Ceiling fans, and central air and heating throughout the home, guarantee a comfortable indoor environment. There are satellite TVs in the master bedroom and living area, Wifi Internet service is available, and cell phone coverage in the area is good, too.

Call Backroads Reservations today to book this popular Hill Country vacation retreat! You'll get riverside luxury and extras at great and affordable rates.

Water photos were taken in May, 2022

*Water may be low. Contact us about water levels at time of booking*

The Cabin
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Master bedroom with king bed and satellite TV  
Master bath with shower, sinks and large closet
Work station desk in master
Second bedroom with two full beds
Third bedroom with a queen and a bunk bed
Second bath with a shower
Dining area with seating for four
Living room with 2 couches, one of which is a sleeper sofa
Kitchen equipped with oven/range top, refrigerator/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, coffee maker (Kuerig and regular), blender, mixer, toaster
All pot, pans, cutlery, flatware, utensils, baking sheets, dishes and glasses provided
Island and bar stools

Amenities
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700 feet of private access to clear Medina River for swimming and fishing
Satellite TV
WIFI with internet and good cell service
Washer and dryer
Front porch with seating for four guests
Side covered porch with seating for 4 guests
Wildlife viewing, birding and hiking
Charcoal grill
Firepit
Guests must bring their own river towels
Carport for covered parking
Crystal clear river for swimming and fishing
Wildlife viewing, birding and hiking
Deer feeder with lots of wildlife

Rates and Details
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Extra guest fee is $25, per day, after 4 guests
Maximum of 13 guests
Children welcome
Pets allowed (maximum 2 allowed)
Pet fee is $25 per day, per pet
A pet fee discount may be available for longer term stays
Max two pets and size limit is restricted, message us at time of booking. At no times are pets allowed on leather couches and pets must be crated when the home is unattended
Smoking outside only
No hunting permitted on the property
No discharging of firearms, fireworks or ATVs allowed
Property is on a water well. Bottled water is recommended
Backroads reserves the right to increase the nightly rate and fees within 5 days of all local event announcements
Event and holiday weekends may have a three night minimum requirement
Hill Country river and lake water levels vary depending on rain  
This house has a non-standard cancellation policy

Approximate distance to the following sites:
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Frio River: 65 miles
Medina River: immediate access
Guadalupe River: 45 miles
Lost Maples State Natural Area: 28 miles
Garner State Park: 55 miles
Hill Country State Natural Area: 25 miles

Medina
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The orchards here earned Medina the title of "Apple Capital of Texas," but there's more here than that! Ride the challenging Twisted Sisters Motorcycle Trail through the Hill Country, or take a more relaxing tube ride down the Medina River. Get your fill of satisfying barbecue and other American fare during your visit, too!

Backroads Reservations
Bandera, Texas