The River Rock Retreat | House in Bandera

9.8 (14 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   3 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  8 Guests
Bandera House | The River Rock Retreat

3 Bedroom House in Bandera

You'll enjoy private Medina River frontage here, with a stunning view of the bluffs overlooking the Medina River. Fish, swim, and float to your heart's content!.
Break loose from the day-to-day grind with an amazing riverside holiday retreat in the picturesque Hill Country! Even though the River Retreat is a few miles from downtown Bandera, you'll find a peaceful country setting with private access to fun water activities on the Medina River. Bring along the kids, and even the family dog, to this charming, clean, and modern guest home. From relaxation to rowdy adventure, this great vacation rental fills the bill no matter what's on your holiday schedule!
The three-acre property features private Medina River access at the back of the lot (5 minute walk), with a stunning view of the bluffs overlooking the river. For those hankering for "in-town" time, the nightlife, food, and antiquing of Bandera is right down the road.
Relax in three outdoor gathering spaces: a second-story deck off the master bedroom; a lower-level deck with built-in benches, and a side patio furnished with rocking chairs. The upper deck is a prime location to take in the wide-open Texas skies, day or night. Nothing tastes better than BBQ in the fresh air, and there's a charcoal grill for just that. While away a quiet night and admire the starry skies above the fire pit out back. One of the kids' favorites here is the giant-sized checkerboard, a fun twist on a family favorite. The property also has an enclosed dog run (dogs only, please; no cats). Smoking is allowed, but in the fire pit area only.
The fully remodeled Retreat has a bright, cheerful atmosphere that exudes its own refreshing energy. All sleeping spaces are upstairs, with king, queen, bunk, and roll-away beds that sleep up to eight guests (upper bunks and roll-aways are specifically for kids) and Roku-enabled TVs in each room. There's a full bath with a shower/tub combo upstairs, and a half-bath with a washer and dryer on the main level. All the bed and bath linens you'll need are included. The open-concept living, dining, and kitchen areas are furnished with modern furniture and appliances, and tech pluses like smart TV and Wifi. The entire guest home is kept comfortable year round with central air and heat, and ceiling fans throughout.
*Water may be low. Contact us about water levels at time of booking*
The House:
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Master bedroom featuring a King bed and an outside deck furnished with chairs and a table.
Second bedroom equipped with a Queen bed.
Third bedroom with full-sized bunk bed with two beds (upper bunk intended for children only).
Upstairs bathroom featuring a shower/tub combo, supplemented by a half bath downstairs.
Workspace included in the Master bedroom.
Spacious living room with seating for three on the couch.
Dining table with seating for four.
Large bar area complemented by four barstools.
Well-equipped kitchen inclusive of an oven/range top, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, Keurig coffee maker, and all essential pots, pans, cutlery, flatware, utensils, dishes, and glasses; central heat and air conditioning available.
Amenities:
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Private access to the Medina River, situated behind the property.
Three outdoor patios furnished with seating.
Large flat screen TV with some free Roku channels available.
Roku TVs installed in each bedroom.
WIFI with internet access provided.
Washer and dryer facilities available.
Spacious outdoor porch adorned with string lights and ample seating.
Firepit with six chairs for outdoor gatherings.
Charcoal grill available for outdoor cooking.
Full-sized outdoor checkers game and a selection of board games.
Opportunities for wildlife viewing, birding, and hiking.
Outdoor lights enhancing the ambiance.
Flexible Pricing for every group
Our rates adapt to make sure smaller groups don't overpay ; but bigger getaways still get full value.
- Base rate includes up to 4 guests
- $25/person/night for each additional guest (up to 8 total)
- Cleaning fee: $150
- Pet fee: $25/pet/night (3 max)
- Release of liability required before check-in
Booking platforms will automatically calculate your total based on the number of guests/pets you include in your booking and your stay dates.
Distance from this home:
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The Frio River is 60 miles.
Immediate access to Medina river.
The Guadalupe River is 25 miles.
The Lost Maples State Natural Area is 45 miles.
The Garner State Park is 55 miles.
The Hill Country State Natural Areais 15 miles.
Bandera:
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Welcome to the Cowboy Capital of the World! With museums, rodeos, horseback riding, motorcycle rallies, and boot-scootin' live music venues, Bandera's got it all for fans of the Hill Country and the Wild West! Celebrate this uniquely American heritage, and take some time for a trip down the scenic Medina River.

The River Rock Retreat is located in Bandera. The River Rock Retreat provides accommodation, featuring Balcony/Terrace, Fireplace/Heating, Laundry, among other amenities. This House features Balcony/Terrace, Fireplace/Heating, Laundry, to make your stay a comfortable one.

The River Rock Retreat has 3 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 8 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Bandera has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Bandera, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
Bathrooms
  • 1+ bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
Bedroom
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Parking
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
Entertainment
  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games
General
  • Unit size: 1500 sq ft (139 sq m)
  • On the waterfront
  • On the river
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Firepit
  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill
  • Walkway to water
Security/Safety
  • 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Outdoor lighting

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

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Greg C.
Jul 11, 2025 09:17:37 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Clean and nice
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