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Hacienda del Rio | Historic Home on Medina River

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A living room with a leather sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a cabinet.
A dining room with a wooden table and chairs, a chandelier, and artwork on the walls.
A bedroom with a bed, two windows, a desk with a lamp, and a rug.
A two-story stone house with a porch and a small garden.
A living room with leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, a television, a fireplace, and a patterned rug.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Medina River
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Furnished balcony or patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Bandera, TX
  • Place, Medina River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bandera City Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Lost Maples State Natural Area
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Double Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Hacienda del Rio | Historic Home on Medina River

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



The antique gate behind the house leads to a tiered staircase that accesses the Medina below. Surrounding the home is the serene beauty of the Hill Country, where you can enjoy a hike or admire the local wildlife. The countryside is the perfect place to find peace and quiet, or to enjoy quality time with your family you might not be able to normally take advantage of. The scenic setting and amenities here make it the perfect riverfront vacation rental!



Just off the living room is a spacious and shaded patio, replete with outdoor furniture. It's a great place to soak in the scenery, enjoy a glass of wine, and catch up and reminisce. What better way is there to bond than good conversation around a perfectly grilled meal out in the fresh air? The charcoal grill on the property will help you make it happen! If any members of your party smoke, it's allowed here-but outside only.



The exterior stonework, and the grand living and dining room, evoke both comfort and elegance. Both floors are kept comfortable with central air and heating. The kitchen is fully appointed with appliances and cooking and serving utensils, and a washer and dryer are available for stays four days or longer. There are three full baths upstairs, and tucked beneath the staircase downstairs is an additional half-bath. Four bedrooms upstairs supply plush sleeping arrangements for up to ten people on a total of six beds. (Additional guests may sleep on air mattresses, which you provide; please inquire when booking.) The TV in the living room is hooked up with Roku service, and the one in the master bedroom has a DVD player. Wifi Internet access and good cell service are also on hand here.



The Hacienda del Rio is a gorgeous kid-friendly home where you and your family will create holiday memories you'll treasure for years to come. Get your dream vacation underway by contacting us at Backroads Hill Country today!



*Water may be low. Contact us about water levels at time of booking*



Property Overview: The House

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Master bedroom furnished with a Queen bed

Second bedroom equipped with a double bed

Third bedroom includes two double beds

Fourth bedroom features two twin beds

TV room with two sofas

Upstairs comprises three baths with tub/shower combination, shower only, and tub only

Additional half bath downstairs

Spacious living room and dining area

Fully equipped kitchen

Patio accessible from the living room

Complete with central air and heat



Amenities

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Private access to the river

Living room with Roku-enabled TV

WiFi connectivity

Upstairs den equipped with a DVD-enabled TV

Comprehensive whole-home water filtration and conditioning system

Kitchen equipped with pots, pans, dinnerware, cutlery, regular coffee maker and K-cup, oven, range top, microwave, refrigerator, toaster, and blender

All bed and bath linens provided

Charcoal grill available

Washer and dryer provided for bookings of 4 days or more

Good cell service

Fishing and hiking permitted





💵 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: $185

- Pets not allowed

- Release of liability required before check-in

- Non- standard cancellation policy



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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
AirBNB will send general check-out instructions the night before departure. You can also get these instructions earlier in the Hill Country Travel ap…
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1886490vb
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Bandera

Located in Bandera, this holiday home is on a river. Longhorn Ranch and Golf Club and Bending Branch Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit 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.
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Bandera, TX

What's nearby

  • Medina River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Mansfield Park - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Bandera City Park - 11 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Schreiner University - 35 min drive - 57.1 km
  • Lost Maples State Natural Area - 37 min drive - 71.0 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪OST Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Dough Joe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wild Horse Saloon - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hacienda del Rio | Historic Home on Medina River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hacienda del Rio | Historic Home on Medina River?

As of 3 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hacienda del Rio | Historic Home on Medina River on 21 February 2027 start from NZ$1,439, 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 Hacienda del Rio | Historic Home on Medina River?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hacienda del Rio | Historic Home on Medina River?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hacienda del Rio | Historic Home on Medina River?

Checkout is at 11:00 PM.

Where is Hacienda del Rio | Historic Home on Medina River located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is steps from Medina River and within 3 mi (5 km) of Ranger Crossing Park and Bandera Sports Complex. Tarpley Crossing Park and Mansfield Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good for a short term stay…
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 August 2026
Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad the property worked well for your short-term stay. We appreciate you choosing to stay with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host is great , we love the old country beautiful house . It was nice to have a house with plenty of restrooms and the location was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2026
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We are so glad you enjoyed the charm of the home and found the space and location ideal for your stay. We would be delighted to host you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place.

the home hade everything you needed, we loved staying there.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Peaceful getaway

Place takes you back in time and gives the perfect peaceful getaway. Plenty of space for family to gather inside and out
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2024
Thank you for your lovely review! We're glad the space offered a peaceful, nostalgic getaway for your family. Hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful!

We absolutly recommend this place for all types! Its beautiful, great location, and no issues at all! WONT be disappointed!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Motorcycle riding

Nice location to the hill country. Plenty of room for friends. No one being loud at night and easy to get to
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2024
Sounds like the ideal spot for a getaway with friends! Glad you enjoyed the peaceful surroundings.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful and beautiful

My family and I stayed for a couple days and cooked steaks on the grill and lit the fire pit outside and watched the stars come out while listening to nature. It was so nice and peaceful and the sunsets and sunrises are beautiful. We also explored the town and mer some friendly locals while country western dancing. It was a lot of fun. I’d recommend this place for anyone wanting to take a break for a bit and enjoy life. Thanks for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2024
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the grill, fire pit, and the beautiful sunsets and sunrises. It’s great to hear you had fun exploring the town and dancing. We hope to welcome you back for another relaxing break soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Perfect except for a couple of issues

Perfect except for a couple of issues. Very high mineral/sulfur content of the water which smelled and tasted terrible terrible. Also stained the bathtub making the bathtub look dirty although I’m sure it was clean. Also, couldn’t open the windows as there are no screens and the windows are old and painted shut. Would have loved to of turned off the air conditioner and enjoy the fresh air. Other than that the house is beautiful, the location is great, the hosts were wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2022
Hi, thank you so much for your feedback. We had a water system installed just prior to your visit, it just wasn't working properly due to a setting. Next time you come you wont have that issue.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect getaway

Beautiful older house in a gorgeous part of Texas
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice family getaway

The house is lovely; the area is beautiful; great getaway spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2022
Thank you Inna, please come see us again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming historic stay!

Our stay was wonderful for our women’s’ weekend in Bandera. The home has so much charm! We only wish we could’ve taken more advantage of the waterfront access. So we’d love to come back in the summer/spring. Check in and out was easy as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

was a great place to stay loved the antiques

we would go back
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Perfect getaway house

This house has everything we needed. Plenty of space and close to town. The river was also easy to access and was perfect for relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent place for r and r!

We had the best time watching wildlife, fishing, and just relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2021
Thank you for the fantastic review! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and were able to see so much wildlife!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

April 16 - April 18, 2021

We enjoyed our stay, however, we had some water pressure issues the first day, but they took care of it quickly. The floors in the upstairs bathrooms could of been swept a little better as there were dead bugs on the floor. It just looked like no one had checked the property before we checked in. Things like this happen, I would just suggest a quick look see before the guests arrive.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 April 2021
Hi, thank you for the feedback. We had a recent extermination so that may be part of it. But we will make sure the housekeepers check the home more thoroughly closer to guest's check-in. Thank you for staying with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous, don’t pass this place up.

Beautiful place and really an unforgettable atmosphere! Will be back.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 March 2021
We're glad that we could share the beauty of the Texas Hill country with you Casey. We hope to see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Texas hill country

This old house has its own charm and we found it comfortable, roomy, and interesting. This part of Texas is beautiful and the river out the back was picturesque
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hidden oasis

We loved the property, the home, the river and the property absolutely gorgeous! Perfect getaway if you’re looking to stay away from crowds.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

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