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River Ridge Cabin on the Medina

Travelers find the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure in this peaceful Hill Country hideaway, where scenic river views meet outdoor fun

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River Ridge Cabin in Texas Hill Country offers scenic views and amenities. Families love the spacious living area with fireplace, kitchen for 10, and three cozy bedrooms for up to 10 guests. Enjoy private river access for tubing, fishing, or wildlife watching.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

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. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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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
  • Longhorn Ranch and Golf Club - 10 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Lost Maples State Natural Area - 38 min drive - 71.0 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪OST Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪TJ's At the Old Forge - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Best Western Bandera Suites & Saloon - ‬10 min drive

About this property

River Ridge Cabin on the Medina

Guesthouse by the river
River Ridge Cabin on the Medina provides amenities like a firepit and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Charcoal grills, table tennis, and games
  • Smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at River Ridge Cabin on the Medina have thoughtful touches such as fireplaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like separate dining areas and internet access.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • 2 bathrooms with jetted tubs and showers
  • TVs with DVD players
  • Porches or lanais, separate dining areas, and kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Things to do

  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Table tennis

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • On a river

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Phone

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

Property is also known as

River Ridge On The Medina
River Ridge Cabin on the Medina Bandera
River Ridge Cabin on the Medina Guesthouse
River Ridge Cabin on the Medina Guesthouse Bandera
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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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Reviews

River Ridge Cabin on the Medina Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.0

Cleanliness

9.4

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 12 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Good stay

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

6/10 Okay

WILLIAM D.

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

2/10 Terrible

Jordan E.

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

10/10 Excellent

Jim W., Sweeny, TX USA

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

10/10 Excellent

Mike A.

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

10/10 Excellent

Schaefer B.

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

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

8/10 Good

Keith P.

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

6/10 Okay

Gregory D., Dallas, Texas

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

8/10 Good

Angie P.

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

10/10 Excellent

Nathan K., Dallas USA

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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.