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Lake Buchanan Lodge is waterfront with an optional Pavilion for events.

Lodge in Buchanan Dam

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pavilion party
Pavilion bathrooms
great room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
£361
avg per night

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Buchanan Dam, TX
  • Place, Black Rock Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Buchanan
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Inks Lake State Park
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Loft

4 Single Beds

Loft

4 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
The current price is £361
avg per night

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About the area

Buchanan Dam

Located in Buchanan Dam, this lodge is on the waterfront. Fall Creek Vineyards and Kingsland Massage Garage are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Inks Lake State Park and Longhorn Cavern State Park. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Black Rock Park - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Lake Buchanan - 8 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Inks Lake - 17 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Inks Lake State Park - 17 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Longhorn Cavern State Park - 25 min drive - 26.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Krab Kingz On The Lake - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Bluffton Store - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Dam Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Reverend Jim's Dam Pub - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Tamale King - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Lake Buchanan Lodge is waterfront with an optional Pavilion for events.

The lake is full again and we have vacancy.
Lake Buchanan Lodge is a rustic lodge in the heart of the Texas hill country on Lake Buchanan. Lake Buchanan Lodge is built from 170 year old hand hewn beams moved from Wisconsin. This vacation rental comes equipped with a fully loaded kitchen, 2 bathrooms, 4 bedrooms with queen beds, and 2 upstairs lofts that sleeps 4 in each loft. 16 guests total. Optional pavilion is available for weddings, reunions and events. Relax at this beautiful house on the covered porch, swim in the lake, or fish on the banks. Hike the nature trails, rent kayaks or canoes to complete your stay at this beautiful vacation home. This property also has a boat dock to tie up your boats and a boat ramp has been added in 2021. A separate laundry room was built for tenants convenience. When the lake is low, bring your 4 wheelers and cruise the sand dunes' miles of trails.
A fishing guide is available at an extra cost. He can pick you up right from the property.
Check out the video in the video section of VRBO. It's a fly over drone view of the lodge.
On Jan 7th 2017 the movie was released (Cabin Crew). This movie was shot on site at Lake Buchanan Lodge. Check out the video trailer in our video section on VRBO.
Lake Buchanan Lodge has added a pavilion complete with stage for weddings, family reunions and events.
Next door there is now a bar called Hooks. Very relaxing outdoor venue with lots of fun and games for the family.
Be sure to check out special rates if you book 7 days or more.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Please check with us on events.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 3 pets total)
The pet fee is 100 per stay and per pet
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The pet fee is for 1 dog. You will need to pay extra for more than one pet. It's $100 per pet.
If you are just booking the lodge then the pavilion is off limits. The pavilion is only for people that book it. It is an extra fee.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site
Note from host: Please check with us on events.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Buchanan Lodge is waterfront with an optional Pavilion for events. pet-friendly?

Yes, this lodge allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-out at Lake Buchanan Lodge is waterfront with an optional Pavilion for events.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake Buchanan Lodge is waterfront with an optional Pavilion for events. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this lodge is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Colorado River and within 6 miles (10 km) of Lake Buchanan and Llano County Park. Black Rock Park and Inks Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

Lake Buchanan Lodge is waterfront with an optional Pavilion for events. Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 77 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David W., Abilene, TX, USA

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

Great Family Getaway

Super easy all the way through. Dave was great and super responsive. The whole family had a nice relaxing time. Will definitely come stay again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chandler C.

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

Great place to see old friends

Thank you so much for such a great stay! The Lodge was a great place to reunite with friends and spend time on the lake. Dave was so helpful throughout our stay. He lives on the property next door, so he checked in with us every day to make sure everything was going well. He even helped us navigate the pontoon boat we rented up to his dock. All 20 of us enjoyed our stay and would come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Patrick K., Austin

Great house and a great time

On site management helps tremendously. Plenty of space to enjoy. House was great. Need to work on wifi...pretty sketchy. Buchanan is so peaceful compared to the other highland lakes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis N.

Beautiful Lodge with a great view

Loved our stay with family in this beautiful lodge. Dave the owner, was awesome and everyone loved his friendly manner and great personality. He told us the history of the Lodge and moving the wood from Wisconsin. His Grandfather would be proud and the kids were so glad they could sleep in the loft. He was an excellent host and we all enjoyed our time in the country. There were so many things to do as a group and we enjoyed the entire week fishing from the pier, boating along the shoreline, grilling out, campfires, roasting marshmallows and eating s'mores. A great place to celebrate Thanksgiving. We definitely will be back. It doesn't get better than that.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Iris M.

What a great weekend!

Our great experience started when we booked the property. The owner, Dave, told us everything we needed to know prior to arrival. We arrived on Friday and met Dave, and he was nice enough to show us the cabin and tell us some history. (He asked if we wanted him to and we did.) We really appreciate the details that are put into this property and the stories behind it. He and his adorable dog also took us down to the water since it is low so we could get a view of the lake. Our group of 11 had everything we needed for the weekend including plenty of our own space as well as a great common area to get together. The property is very peaceful and we will definitely stay here again when we come back to the area. Thanks for being a gracious host, Dave!

6/10 Okay

Betty Jo R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Poppy birthday

Beautiful architecture. Excellent kind host. Nice plentiful towels. Extra touches, shampoos, lotions. Well stocked kitchen. Very dirty: many dead bugs, spiderwebs covering windows, walls, scorpions that we had to stomp & stung a pet leading to serious injury. Uncomfortable worn, lumpy mattresses. Cigarette odor (1bd).
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

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

Family reunion

We really enjoyed our stay this house. It was quiet and had a peaceful setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darla P.

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

Easter getaway

This property was amazing. When they say fully stocked they werent kidding. Coffee maker. Tons of silverware, plates, cups, wine glasses, shot glasses, measuring spoons and cups, knives, towels, etc. Property owner was very friendly. Read previous reviews of uncomfortable beds and couches and this was not the case. Couches were great even had throw blankets on them. Only thing to make the stay better would be the water levels for the lake to be up. But out of anybodys control and was mentioned to us by the owner so we left boat and jetskis home. We could have driven half a mile for lake boat ramp access but when we got there we didnt want to leave. Pictures does not show how big the cabin really is. When we arrived we were surprised how much open space was available. Also had a cool spot to have some drinks and bbq about a 5 minute walk from the property. Would definitely recommend staying here as we will visit back in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Misty K.

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

Wonderful place to stay!

This is our second time to stay at this property and we enjoyed everything about it. Even with the lake levels down, we had a wonderful time and my kids are already wanting to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Ryan V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Shortfalls of a potentially great vacation venue

The owner was not entirely up front with the lake level issue; he failed to mention that the lake was 30% down from normal pool and that "waterfront/mud front" access was 1/8th mile away on the exposed lake bottom (while on-line photos still depict lake water in the cove no more than 100 feet from the front door step). Swimming in the lake was virtually impossible. He also failed to send me pictures (worth 1000 words) reflecting this issue even though he said he would. We understand that he has no control over the lake level or the weather; however, a more forthright response would have been appreciated. The "queen-size" bedding in each of the four (4) bedrooms downstairs was deplorable; it is way beyond anything remotely comfortable and should be replaced. The bed frames had no head or foot boards, would not remain in place, and would move across the floor during the night. None of the six (6) adults in my party got a single decent night's sleep. The furniture suffers from the same malady........overstuffed couches with little stuffing left. The two (2) restrooms have no ventilation and no means to acquire it. Normal use made for sweaty conditions before one could finish drying off after a shower. I have no doubt that our experience would have been much better had we not had to deal with extremely low lake water levels and extreme heat, again not the owner's fault. However, even if the lake was back to normal and the weather was warm and balmy, the other deficiencies would still remain. Even the owner's addition of a nice laundry room was diminished by the fact that it is attached to the owner's residence, not the lodge (approximately 200 feet away). Unfortunately for us, this is one vacation destination that we won't soon forget and for all the wrong reasons. The owner's cordial nature, and the great potential that the venue still holds, was overshadowed by circumstances and conditions that the owner could/should address.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn T.

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

Nice get away!

Our family had a very relaxing time at the lake cabin. Everything we needed at the home was there and allowed us to enjoy our time together. Though temperatures were extreme, the porch was a perfect place for us to relax and enjoy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Cathleen L.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Family reunion

This place is lovely, but does not accommodate 16. We booked when web site said 20 then it was changed to 16 persons by owner. Accommodates 8 persons easily but not 20 persons, not 16 persons not 12. persons The lofts are not accessible safely due to straight up 90 degree ladders. Mattresses were terrible. Wont stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam B.

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

Great spot for a retreat.

Location is great - better than the photos. Only downside is water level right now, but that's out of the owner's control. Would love to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doug N.

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

Very nice.

Had a great stay. Will definately consider staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria G., Sugar Land, USA

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

Perfect Getaway To Relax

Property is a great place to relax and enjoy the quiet. Very serene and lovely. We stayed during winter month so weren’t able to enjoy the water but it was perfect for what we were looking for. This place would be a blast during summer months. Owner was very welcoming and went out of his way to lay deer corn so the children can see them up close. Overall a great place for a retreat. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

kelly w.

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

Awesome

Thank you Dave, we all enjoyed our stay at your Lodge
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ramon

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was incredible!!! The family and friends all LOVED it, especially the kids!!! Incredible lake front home with beach like lake. The kids spent all day in the water, plus there was kayaks and paddleboards on property for rental!!! Owner was incredibly helpful and courteous!!! The home was also very unique and provided tons of room for all the guests. The kids also loved the large acreage property to run around and also played lots in the playscape. Highly recommended!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo S., Houston, US

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

Cozy, quiet, and fun

We were first welcomed onto the property by the sight of cows and deer. Once you drive up to the lodge you get a nice view of the lake. We made sure to borrow some of the provided life vests, kayaks and canoes to enjoy some fun time on the water. Dave made sure to stop by and check in to make sure we were situated and found everything we needed. We enjoyed a night of stargazing thanks to the clear night sky, and got to enjoy some quiet time away from the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jenny S.

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

Great place and great hosts!

The house was great, and property very beautiful and relaxing. David was a great host as well. Would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect relaxing vacation

Beautiful views and excellent area to let kids use kayaks and paddle boards. Just enough luxury to be comfortable while still enjoying nature. Large enough for 3 families and kids loved loft area!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Elizabeth R.

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

Family Retreat

This was a really fun place for our first big family get together. The property is beautiful and the lake access is immaculate. The house is awesome and my kids loved the loft spaces. For sleeping such a big group, we needed a bigger table or more chairs to play board games at night! We did have zero wfi the entire trip (yes, it was fine to unplug, but also, the only way I was able to come was the promise of sending some work emails while I was away - so I had to go into town for this). There are also several charges not included in the VRBO price. I was told this is normal, but have never experienced this before, so want others to be aware. Overall, we had a great trip and I look forward to many more!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elena W.

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

Lake trip with family

Great location on the lake. Has a wonderful time with the family boating and swimming! Lots of deer and land for the kids up run and enjoy!

10/10 Excellent

Staci C.

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

great getaway for family gatherings

the property was very beautiful and private. Everything we needed was available to us. Enjoyed the closeness of the lake to the cabin, the play area for the little ones, the wildlife and the accommodations. It was perfect. Could have used a little more communication on where the washer/dryers were and where the oars/lifevests were, other than that they provided everything we needed and the place was beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Philip A.

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

The Lodge is a great place for family and friend gathetings. Clean and cozy get-a-way cabin.

It was the perfect place to gather and reconnect with family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

kim g.

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

Lewis Family Vaca Summer 2021

The property is stunning! Accommodations were clean, comfortable and the kitchen had just about everything we needed. You can walk right down to the lake and walk in using the boat ramp. Clean lake. We saw many deer, birds, and hummers on a daily basis. Our adult kids enjoyed the fire pit. Host was gracious and friendly. The Lodge pup, Buffalo, was just about the cutest thing ever. We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021