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Tow Retreat on Lake Buchanan w/ Dock & Kayaks!

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Tow Vacation Rental | 3BR | 2BA | 1,550 Sq Ft | Step-Free Access
Parking | Driveway (6 Vehicles)
Lake Buchanan Access | Dock
Living area
Sunroom | Dining Table

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 121550 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue

Explore the area

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Tow, TX
  • Place, Lake Buchanan
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Colorado River
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake LBJ
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Additional Sleeping (Sunroom)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

+1
2 Single Beds, 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Tow Retreat on Lake Buchanan w/ Dock & Kayaks!

Enjoy the simple life in Tow when you stay at this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom Texas vacation rental! This home away from home boasts lake views, a breezy sunroom, and a private dock. Outdoor enthusiasts will fall in love with the outdoor space featuring patio furniture and a porch swing. With a ping pong table, 3 kayaks, and access to Lake Buchanan right outside the door, this home is the perfect place for large groups of friends or family who want to escape the bustle of life!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Washer/Dryer | Sunroom w/ Lake Views | Gas Grill

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Twin Beds | Bedroom 3: 2 Twin/Full Futon Bunk Beds, Queen Futon | Living Room: Queen Futon | Sunroom: 2 Futons

INDOOR LIVING: Flat-screen TV, DVD player, a wood-burning fireplace (wood not provided)
OUTDOOR LIVING: Patio furniture, 1 two-person kayak, 2 one-person kayaks, life vests, beach towels, beach chairs
KITCHEN: Dishwasher, fridge, stove/oven, microwave, coffee maker, dining table, cooking basics
GENERAL: Ceiling fans, central air conditioning, central heating, linens, towels, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, iron/board, trash bags, paper towels
FAQ: Step-free access, pet fee (paid pre-trip), no WiFi
PARKING: Driveway (6 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

OUTDOOR RECREATION: Lake Buchanan (on-site), Cedar Point Recreation Area (1 mile), Paradise Point Fishing Dock (2 miles), Vanishing Texas River Cruise (35 miles), Eagle Eye Observatory (37 miles)
THINGS TO SEE & DO: Fall Creek Vineyards (6 miles), Torr Na Lochs Vineyard & Winery (21 miles)
DAY TRIPS: Llano (18 miles), Fredericksburg Historic District (56 miles)
AIRPORT: Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (88 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $75 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The backyard is not fenced. There is an area near the back steps to tie your pet if needed. Water and food bowls are provided
- NOTE: Wood for the wood-burning fireplace is not provided. It is recommended that you bring your own
- NOTE: This property serves as a remote escape; therefore, it does not include WiFi

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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

Tow

Located in Tow, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Llano Red Top Jail and Llano County Jail are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake LBJ and Inks Lake State Park. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking and power boating adventures can be found near the property.
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Tow, TX

What's nearby

  • Lake Buchanan - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Colorado River - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Inks Lake - 29 min drive - 32.5 km
  • Lake LBJ - 33 min drive - 36.7 km
  • Longhorn Cavern State Park - 40 min drive - 43.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Bluffton Store - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Krab Kingz On The Lake - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Templeton's Tavern - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪Shadow & Light - ‬49 min drive
  • ‪The Eagles Nest - ‬58 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tow Retreat on Lake Buchanan w/ Dock & Kayaks! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Tow Retreat on Lake Buchanan w/ Dock & Kayaks!?

As of 18 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tow Retreat on Lake Buchanan w/ Dock & Kayaks! on 1 Aug, 2026 start from S$278, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Tow Retreat on Lake Buchanan w/ Dock & Kayaks!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tow Retreat on Lake Buchanan w/ Dock & Kayaks!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tow Retreat on Lake Buchanan w/ Dock & Kayaks!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tow Retreat on Lake Buchanan w/ Dock & Kayaks! located?

This family-friendly Tow holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Lake Buchanan and Colorado River. Llano County Park and Black Rock Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 72 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Patricia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay. The only down fall was the lights on the dock didn't work, so once the sun went down you couldn't see to fish.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

david e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place on the lake!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house for our annual (immediate) family reunion. All 8 of us had our own bed. Loved being directly on the water. Experienced beautiful sun rises while throwing out a fishing line. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patty J.

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

Great for family weekend

This was a very cozy house, clean and great for a family weekend. The host was very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teri L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation. Excellent cove. Owner kept us in the loop with regard to the weather. With recent flooding she was proactive about making sure we were aware of changing conditions. Comfortable home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Prasanna G.

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

Cooperative Host and cool property

We had a good time at this property as the Host was very cooperative and responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kerry T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No fault of the homeowners, there was burs down to the lake whichwas painful. Other than that spot on. The lake level was a little down and we still had open access.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Curtis H.

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

Relaxing Visit to Lake Buchanan

We really enjoyed our visit to this nice, peaceful location on a cove of Lake Buchanan. The house is charming, clean, and secluded, with a beautiful backyard where you can sit and look out at the cove. The lake level is low now, but it's still fairly easy to take the kayaks down to the shore and paddle out as far as you want into the lake. The property owner is very courteous and responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SUSPA C.

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

Relaxing Stay

We enjoyed our stay at this lakeside property. We saw deer and flock of geese at our backyard. Old house but very clean, the sunroom seems new. We spent most of our time in the sunroom overlooking the lake. All kitchen appliances are new. Will recommend for family and large group.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S.

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

Great Getaway

Lovely, peaceful setting with so much to distract you from your cares. Kayaking, ping pong, comfy spots to nap and sleep. Well cared for and well loved home!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

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

Cute retro house

The house was just like the pictures and had everything we needed. We had all age ranges and the house worked for everyone. The ping pong table and kayaks were a great bonus that we really enjoyed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal F.

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

It was so relaxing

It was so relaxing! We never left the property. Kitchen was well equipped
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cora

Incredible

We visited this place a few years ago and had an amazing time together. It was the perfect lake vacation for my kids and grandkids to bond over fishing, kayaking, swimming, hiking, and playing games. The house was wonderful and had everything we could possibly need, including a high chair and pack and play, which I was incredibly grateful to find. My youngest daughter had forgotten hers, and my grandbaby is a ball of energy at bedtime, so having the kids disconnected from WiFi and able to play games together was a huge relief. This place felt like home away from home. We loved the decor and all the small things that made it so special. Especially the essentials you never realize you need until it’s too late, like a potato peeler or a blender. Luckily, this place had you covered with so many life savers and extra things you could ever possibly need! You can feel a sense of peace and relaxation in this house. Thank you and God bless! I highly recommend this place.
Verified

4/10 Poor

april k.

Decent lake house.

Upon arrival while putting away groceries I found the fridge and freezer very dirty and a lot of old mildew food inside. When going to bed my husband was shocked by a faulty extension cord next to the bed. I have a 1 year old who was there so I'm glad he didn't touch it first. This place would have been outstanding without these issues. My kids loved the canoes and fishing dock.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2020
April, we're sorry that your stay fell flat of your expectations. The homeowner takes great pride in providing exceptional guest experiences. As part of their intensive cleaning routine to prepare the property for guests, they clean and sanitize the interior and exterior of the refrigerator. We can assure you it meets high standards and doesn't show signs of any mildew or mold. As we understand, the extension cord was used before your arrival and was in perfect condition. However, upon your departure, it was found damaged and not working. We apologize if you encountered a problem with it but for this reason, encourage guests to reach out while in residence so the owner can take care of the matter promptly. As evidenced in past reviews, we're confident this home will continue to host many satisfied guests! Best, the Evolve Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruben M.

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

Just to Relax

Our stay was very relaxing. We are sad the water line is down 20 feet. But that is just the way it is sometimes. We had everything we needed at the house, kayaks, table tennis, plates, utensils, towels etc. You only need to bring clothes and food. Easy to get to. Very quiet neighborhood tucked away from the world. If you are looking for a fun place with lots to do if you want to... or just to sit around and do NOTHING... this is a great economical place. Our property owner was very quick to answer questions, make suggestions, and take care of anything we needed. Very happy with the overall experience, and will do it again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Lesley A.

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

Terrible not as advertised

The kayaks all had holes. I had to unload dishes and laundry that were not mine. There was glass on the floor from a broken window that did not get cleaned up right. The dock has no electricity running to it. The dock is no where near the water. Its not a private cove as advertised. The owner did nothing to make our stay the way it should have been. TERRIBLE EXPERIENCE. WILL NOT BE RETURNING.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug, 2023
Hi Lesley, we’re sorry to hear your stay did not meet your expectations. We followed up with the homeowner after reading your feedback, and they wanted to share the following: - We strive to provide our guests with a great guest experience, so we were disappointed to hear your feedback and want to take a moment to address your concerns. - After making us aware of your concerns, upon further inspection, we did discover one of the three kayaks had a leak that we were previously unaware of as we had not received any complaints from previous guests. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused you. - During the previous guest stay we had a severe storm that produced large hail. While there was some damage done and glass broken, we were unable to remove all of it in it's entirety from the flower beds. We proactively reached out to make you aware and requested that no one go into the flower beds. We're truly sorry this happened for your stay. - We choose not to have electricity running to the dock for safety reasons and do not advertise as such. During this period of severe drought, the lake is substantially lower than in an average year, which is completely outside of our control, but we're sorry this had a negative impact on your stay. - We take our listing accuracy seriously and do not advertise the property to be on a private cove, however, it is a secluded cove and there is not a public boat ramp. We do all we can to make the best possible stay, and we look forward to this property hosting many satisfied guests.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Stacey R.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Infested with SPIDERS

Get to the home and the code for the door does not seem to work. Turn the knob and the house is unlocked, it never locks through out our stay. The house smells like it’s been closed for months. Turn on the lights to the house and it has cobwebs everywhere . The dining room fan is dripping with dust. Go to plug my phone in and find our first spider. The linens smelly musty, so I decide to call the manager. This house has no WiFi, and between five cell phones we have no service. I could not call text or even email for help. Making the best of it we go to bed and wake up to a day filled with killing spiders, they were everywhere. I go to the grocery and buy food and spider spray. I spent the afternoon vacuuming and spraying. That’s how I know the house was not cleaned, because the vacuum left lines everywhere, and I never saw vacuum lines when we arrived. Next I go to make burgers and fire up the grill. It’s filled with dirt, debris, leaves. Clean that out, replace the tank with a new one furnished by the owner and the grill is dead. Dead Dead, can’t ever get it working. Next day my kid almost rips her toe nail off on the transition between the carpet and the tile. A huge metal white transition is not nailed or screwed down it’s just sitting between the two floors and my kid was lucky enough to find that. My three year old wakes up screaming from her nap and she was bitten by a spider. An hour later it turns out she was bitten by a brown recluse spider. Later I was trying to figure out why a burner would not work on the stove, pull the burners off and lift off the top of the stove To find it filled with solid grease. The last night we stayed in our Class A RV to avoid anyone else from being bitten. I have documented photos of how filthy this house was. Would have loved to call for help, could never get service to call for any.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2020
Stacey, we're sorry to hear your stay fell short of your expectations. While spiders can slip inside homes in this area at this time of year, we can confidently confirm that the home is not infested with spiders and the homeowner regularly sprays the entire property. Additionally, while we do not advertise WiFi for this home, cell service has never been an issue for any guest in the past; however, we're sorry that you were unable to reach out and voice your concerns. Cleanliness is of the utmost importance and this owner has extremely high standards for her housekeeping team and her home. As evident by past reviews, the owner goes above and beyond for all her guests and would have immediately addressed any issues in the home. We're confident this was an isolated incident and we'll continue to host many satisfied guests moving forward. Best, the Evolve Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Anniversary Family retreat

We had a very good time at Ruthies getaway. The family cooking and serenity of the area was very enjoyable. The house layout for the family was good, fully supplied utensils. Plentiful supply of towels, paper products The only negative is the listing does not say the boat dock was out of water due to low water level or that the lake was low. We had no idea. We adapted. Other than that, the time was fantastic.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marielle D.

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

Cozy Home

Excellent communication with host. All linens clean and plenty of space. Everything you’d need in the kitchen. Nice quite property and neighborhood. We’ll rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica N.

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

Amazing!

This place was even better than pictures. It's on a private cove with no boats coming through, the beachy walk-in was great for the kids and the water was so clear. The house was stocked with anything you would need! We are already planning to book here again for next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russell S.

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

Peaceful getaway

This was a great little get away from the big city. We were able to fish off the dock and catch some nice sized catfish. The boys kayaked all over the lake and had a great time. Look forward to coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana A.

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

Great stay

This listing was great - it was a quiet property right on the water with a dock for the kids to swim off of. All around awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in

Lake 2021

House was nice very clean and lots of room. Yard needs a lot of help. Trees need to be trimmed. You listed 2 bathrooms but one was so hot you could not use it. Screen doors need to be fixed the were all torn. The handle inside the front door kept falling off. We did enjoy our stay. The dock was awesome kids had fun fishing. Price was good as well.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Wonderful Getaway!

Myself, my two best friends, and our seven children all fit comfortably and had an absolutely wonderful time. We hope to be back again soon!! Every detail was lovingly thought of and the amenities were perfect.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful getaway!

Absolutely wonderful. Every detail was perfect. Enough room for our large party, excellent amenities, and wonderful scenery. Hope to be back again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

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