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Casa del Rio River House
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 123000 sq ft
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Bandera, TX
- Place, Medina River3 min walk
- Place, Bandera City Park8 min drive
- Place, Lost Maples State Natural Area38 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bunk Room
1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
Queen Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Queen Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
Hall Bath 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Hall Bath 2
Toilet · Shower only
Master Bath
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Casa del Rio River House
Enjoy the Medina River at this large river home with lots of indoor and outdoor living space and separate casita.
Riverfront Getaway | Pet Friendly | Free Hill Country Travel App
Casa del Rio River House is a roomy, riverfront hacienda-style home on the Medina River, perfect for families and groups up to 12. With three shaded decks, private river access, two living rooms, a full kitchen, a bluff-top setting, and an optional 1930s Casita add-on, this property delivers comfort, space, and classic Hill Country charm.
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What You'll Love!
Direct Medina River access for swimming, floating, or relaxing
Spacious home with 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, and sleeping for up to 12
Outdoor living with three shaded decks, seating, and a charcoal grill
Two living areas-great for large families or multi-generation groups
Full kitchen with cookware and a regular drip coffee maker
WiFi, central A/C and heating
Pet friendly (with fee)
Free Hill Country Travel App - insider's guide to rivers, parks, restaurants, and attractions
Trusted Host Since 2001 - Backroads Reservations, longtime Hill Country Superhosts.
Interior Comforts
Bedroom 1 - king bed with premium linens
Bedroom 2 - queen bed
Bedroom 3 - queen bed
Bedroom 4 - twin/double combination plus extra futons for group flexibility
Living Areas - two separate living rooms with plenty of seating and room to spread out
Kitchen - full kitchen with stove, refrigerator, microwave, cookware, dishes, and a drip coffee maker
Bathrooms - three full baths with showers, towels, toiletries, and essentials
Comfort Features - central air & heat, WiFi, good cell service
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 6 guests
- $20/person/night for each additional guest (up to 12 total)
- Cleaning fee: $ 300
- Pet fee: $20/pet/night (2max)
Good to Know
o Sleeps up to 12 guests
o Pet friendly (fee applies)
o Children must be 5+ years old
o Home sits on a bluff with multiple interior levels
o Steps leading down to the meadow/river are uneven and lack consistent handrails
o Guests must be able to navigate stairs
o Not ideal for guests with mobility limitations
o No smoking anywhere on the property
o Parking available in driveway only
o River access depends on rainfall/water levels
o Release of liability required to stay
Casita (Optional Add-On)
A charming original 1930s cottage located on the property grounds.
Includes a queen bed, private bath, sitting area, and refrigerator.
o $90/night
o 2-night minimum
o Must be booked with the main house
o Maximum 2 guests
Booking platforms will automatically calculate your total based on guest count, pets, and stay dates
.
Booking policies:
=============
Two night minimum September 1 - May 31.
Three night minimum June 1 - August 31.
Three night minimum for holiday weekends (Easter, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving).
Children must be at least 5 years old.
Check in time is 3 PM.
Check out time is 11:00 AM.
Parking on driveway area only.
No smoking permitted on property - inside or out.
No fireworks, discharging of firearms or ATVs.
Fires in designated areas only.
Distance from this home:
==================
The Frio River is 60 miles.
Immediate access to Medina River.
The Guadalupe River is 30 miles.
The Lost Maples State Natural Area is 40 miles.
The Garner State Park is 50 miles.
The Hill Country State Natural Area is 15 miles.
Riverfront Getaway | Pet Friendly | Free Hill Country Travel App
Casa del Rio River House is a roomy, riverfront hacienda-style home on the Medina River, perfect for families and groups up to 12. With three shaded decks, private river access, two living rooms, a full kitchen, a bluff-top setting, and an optional 1930s Casita add-on, this property delivers comfort, space, and classic Hill Country charm.
Local Host Support |?Free Early Check-In (if available) |??Free Hill Country Travel App
What You'll Love!
Direct Medina River access for swimming, floating, or relaxing
Spacious home with 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, and sleeping for up to 12
Outdoor living with three shaded decks, seating, and a charcoal grill
Two living areas-great for large families or multi-generation groups
Full kitchen with cookware and a regular drip coffee maker
WiFi, central A/C and heating
Pet friendly (with fee)
Free Hill Country Travel App - insider's guide to rivers, parks, restaurants, and attractions
Trusted Host Since 2001 - Backroads Reservations, longtime Hill Country Superhosts.
Interior Comforts
Bedroom 1 - king bed with premium linens
Bedroom 2 - queen bed
Bedroom 3 - queen bed
Bedroom 4 - twin/double combination plus extra futons for group flexibility
Living Areas - two separate living rooms with plenty of seating and room to spread out
Kitchen - full kitchen with stove, refrigerator, microwave, cookware, dishes, and a drip coffee maker
Bathrooms - three full baths with showers, towels, toiletries, and essentials
Comfort Features - central air & heat, WiFi, good cell service
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 6 guests
- $20/person/night for each additional guest (up to 12 total)
- Cleaning fee: $ 300
- Pet fee: $20/pet/night (2max)
Good to Know
o Sleeps up to 12 guests
o Pet friendly (fee applies)
o Children must be 5+ years old
o Home sits on a bluff with multiple interior levels
o Steps leading down to the meadow/river are uneven and lack consistent handrails
o Guests must be able to navigate stairs
o Not ideal for guests with mobility limitations
o No smoking anywhere on the property
o Parking available in driveway only
o River access depends on rainfall/water levels
o Release of liability required to stay
Casita (Optional Add-On)
A charming original 1930s cottage located on the property grounds.
Includes a queen bed, private bath, sitting area, and refrigerator.
o $90/night
o 2-night minimum
o Must be booked with the main house
o Maximum 2 guests
Booking platforms will automatically calculate your total based on guest count, pets, and stay dates
.
Booking policies:
=============
Two night minimum September 1 - May 31.
Three night minimum June 1 - August 31.
Three night minimum for holiday weekends (Easter, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving).
Children must be at least 5 years old.
Check in time is 3 PM.
Check out time is 11:00 AM.
Parking on driveway area only.
No smoking permitted on property - inside or out.
No fireworks, discharging of firearms or ATVs.
Fires in designated areas only.
Distance from this home:
==================
The Frio River is 60 miles.
Immediate access to Medina River.
The Guadalupe River is 30 miles.
The Lost Maples State Natural Area is 40 miles.
The Garner State Park is 50 miles.
The Hill Country State Natural Area is 15 miles.
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 2
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Bandera
Located in Bandera, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Longhorn Ranch and Golf Club and Bending Branch Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Lakehills Center and Viking Center. Bandera Beach Club Tubes, Kayaks & Shuttle and Bandera Natural History & Art Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.

Bandera, TX
What's nearby
- Medina River - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Mansfield Park - 4 min drive - 5.7 km
- Bandera City Park - 8 min drive - 10.2 km
- Lost Maples State Natural Area - 38 min drive - 71.0 km
- National Shooting Complex - 47 min drive - 81.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- OST Restaurant - 11 min drive
- TJ's At the Old Forge - 10 min drive
- SONIC Drive In - 9 min drive
- Wild Horse Saloon - 8 min drive
- Dairy Queen - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
22 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kevin M.
9 Nov, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
nice place
Kevin M.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
8/10 Good
Beverly P.
27 Nov, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hill Country Thanksgiving
Beverly P.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020
10/10 Excellent
scott s.
27 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect Bandera eclectic river house
scott s.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Emily T.
26 Nov, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, unique home
Emily T.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
10/10 Excellent
Joseph D.
16 Aug, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Joseph D.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Fernando B.
16 Dec, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fernando B.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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