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River Ridge Cabin | Bandera Stay with River Access

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River Ridge Cabin on the Medina provides amenities like a firepit and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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About this property

River Ridge Cabin | Bandera Stay with River Access

  • 🌊 Riverfront | Wildlife | 👥 Sleeps 10 | ⏰ Free Early Check-In (when available) | 📱 Free Hill Country Travel App



    There are plenty of cabins for rent in Bandera County, but none with the room, ambiance, river access, and amenities like you'll find here! This kid-friendly getaway is the perfect spot for your next family gathering, with sleeping room for up to ten people, and entertaining space for more. The River Ridge Cabin offers breathtaking views indoors and out, with its riverside setting and vibrant Hill Country vistas.



    Your perch overlooking the banks of the Medina-complete with private river access-provides the perfect setting for tubing, fishing, wildlife watching, and just relaxing. (please note; there are semi-steep rock stairs leading down to the meadow and the river is a 5 minute walk from the house). With an open-air porch, screened-in porch, breezeway, and fire pit gives you almost endless entertainment options, and there's a charcoal grill out back, too. This location is a perfect jumping-off spot for scenic tours of the surrounding Hill Country, and there's covered parking available for several vehicles.



    The layout here is unique; the porch divides the cabin into two sections. Up front, there's the comfy living area with a fireplace; a full kitchen; a bedroom with a king-sized bed; and a full bath with a tub/shower combo. In the back, you'll find the master bedroom with a king-sized bed, a full bath with a shower and Jacuzzi tub, and a double bunk bed bedroom. There's restful sleeping space for up to ten guests here, and clean bed and bath linens are provided. The kitchen is generously appointed, and there's even an island bar that seats ten. Rounding out your amenities are a Roku TV and DVD player, a washer/dryer combo, and window AC units and space heaters. While there is Wifi Internet service available, please be aware its strongest in the front section of the cabin.



    One call to Backroads Hill Country, and you'll soon be enjoying one of the most beautiful riverfront cabins in Bandera! One visit, and you'll want to come back again and again to this peaceful and spacious Medina River hideaway.



    *Water photos were taken in May 2024. Water may be low. Contact us about water levels at time of booking*



    The House:

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    Master bedroom furnished with a King bed.

    Master bath equipped with a Jacuzzi tub and a separate shower.

    Second bedroom furnished with a King bed.

    Third bedroom featuring two bunk beds (double beds down and twin beds up).

    Second bath with a tub and shower combination.

    Spacious screened porch for leisure and relaxation.

    Breezeway game area for entertainment including ping pong and outdoor games.

    Living room with a fireplace for added comfort.

    Dining island bar with seating for 10.

    Fully equipped kitchen featuring a microwave, regular coffee pot, range top and oven, refrigerator, and a toaster

    Window units for A/C and portable space heaters in multiple bedrooms.



    Amenities:

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    Riverfront location, a 5-minute walk to the water with semi-steep rock stairs that might pose a challenge for young children and the elderly. Please inquire about water levels at time of booking.

    In-house washer/dryer facilities.

    Roku TV with DVD player.

    Internet access available.

    A vast meadow leading to the river, with rock stairs leading down to the water.

    Private river access, ideal for fishing and wildlife/bird viewing.

    Amenities include a fireplace, charcoal grill, fire pit, and a large covered parking area.

    Computer workspace for remote working needs.

    Abundant deer come up to the house. Guests are required to provide their own corn.



    💵 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

    - $20/person/night for each additional guest (up to 10 total)

    - Cleaning fee: $150

    - Pets not allowed

    - Non - standard cancellation policy



    👉 Airbnb will automatically calculate your total based on the number of guests/pets you include in your booking and your stay dates.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

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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

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

Pets

Pets not 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Located in Bandera, this guesthouse is on the waterfront. Bear Springs Blossom Nature Trail and Albert and Bessie Kronkosky State Natural Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Bandera Beach Club Tubes, Kayaks & Shuttle and Bandera Natural History & Art Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bobcat Stadium or Cree Family Tennis Center. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, water tubing and fishing adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Bandera travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Three ducks swimming in a green pond surrounded by trees.
    Bandera City Park
    13 min drive - 11.3 km
  • A calm river reflecting trees and rocks.
    Lost Maples State Natural Area
    39 min drive - 72.1 km
  • Medina River
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mansfield Park
    7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Schreiner University
    36 min drive - 58.2 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
    71 min drive

Restaurants

  • SONIC Drive In
    9 min drive
  • Burger King
    10 min drive
  • OST Restaurant
    10 min drive
  • The Dough Joe
    10 min drive
  • Wild Horse Saloon
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River Ridge Cabin on the Medina pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at River Ridge Cabin on the Medina?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Ridge Cabin on the Medina?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is River Ridge Cabin on the Medina located?

Situated on the waterfront, this guesthouse is steps from Medina River and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Ranger Crossing Park. Bandera Sports Complex and Tarpley Crossing Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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River Ridge Cabin | Bandera Stay with River Access Reviews

Reviews

Excellent

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 13 reviews

9.0

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good stay

Great location for what we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Nice place just not on the river...

Upon arrival, our first impression was a nice, large property. We really liked the real bbq pit and full kitchen. Really, our only disappointment was the distance of the river. Yes, you have access but you have to carry that you want everything down some very steep stairs, across a field, and through a gate, , across a road (no access for guests) to the river. Then, reverse process to take it all back up. We enjoyed the river immensely but it was a trek! We may stay here again as it was a nice property but not if the river will be our focus as that is too far to walk with your gear.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Management was disrespectful and unprofessional, will nickel and dime you for anything they can.

I was going to rate this place a 3 overall until the manager said he is going to keep my deposit over some spots on towels, grass on the tiles, crumbs on the counter, and a spill in the fridge that one paper towel would have fixed. He said THAT and the washing of ALL the bedsheets forced him to hire a 2nd cleaning person. He also tried to accuse me of having unaccounted for guests because "all of the beds had been slept on" (there were 6 of us and 6 beds, only 4 beds were actually used - but if we all wanted to sleep in a bed alone that shouldn't have been an issue). So, BRING YOUR OWN TOWELS AND BE WARY OF THE BEDS - I was told over the phone they only wash linens on the ones that appear to have been slept in. Apparently, they do not regularly wash all linens between guests. He will also charge you $15 per towel if there is any dirt on it at all. River “access” means two blocks of walking (minimum) down steep ledges and ant-filled fields. The river access points are treacherous and have poison ivy near the ladder entrance and are much father than depicted. Would not recommend for small children. After leaving the river we were greeted by their neighbors saying (no joke) “Heil Hitler”. Also, within the first 30 minutes of being there we heard a knock on the door - it was a strange man holding an aerial photograph of the property where you could clearly see my and my 2nd guest's vehicles, trying to sell us a copy as some sort of souvenir. This made me super uncomfortable knowing that some random person was taking photographs of us without our consent. I would love to include the screenshots of this whole interaction, but unfortunately that is not an option. Overall, the phone and text experience was the worst I've ever had, and we take these trips multiple times a year - never have I had such an issue with a rental like I did with this one.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay in Bandera

This property is very well kept. It had plenty of comforts. The back yard and river access were outstanding. Being able to feed a deer each day was really fun. I would reccommend the property to families.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bandera cabin

Great place to stay. Loads of room, very clean. Quiet secluded neighborhood but close to Bandera. Loved the rustic feel of the cabin. The back and front porches were awesome coffee drinking deer watching spots.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Country cabin

We loved this place. Deer in the front yard to watch every day. very quiet and peaceful!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent spot

Very secluded with plenty of character! Cozy with lots of elbow room at the same time.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

We will use VRBO again

We really enjoyed our stay. The only issues we had were that the I’ve. Was a bit dirty and although we were given a gate code the gate was standing wide open when we arrived so we decided to leave it open when we left. The cabin was clean and very well equipped. It had adequate space but could have used a little more A/C than what the window units provided. All in all our experience was very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Great location, tired older home

Direct access to the beautiful Medina River was nice, but the home itself had some condition, layout, and insect issues
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Hill country riding

House was in a great location came with friends on motorcycles to enjoy the roads. River is accessible but not a supper easy trek down there. Good place to crash after a day on the bike
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love this property and location

We had a great experience and really enjoyed the house
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great

Was a great experience for my boys. Downfall was my parents couldn't experience their grandchildren by the river. We still had fun over the weekend.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in May 2026