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Waterfront homes with INCREDIBLE VIEWS of the Arroyo & La Paloma Wildlife Refuge
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 15
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 15)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Futon
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Futon
Living Room 1
2 Single Beds
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Waterfront homes with INCREDIBLE VIEWS of the Arroyo & La Paloma Wildlife Refuge
Waterfront vacation spot on an acre with INCREDIBLE VIEWS of the Arroyo Colorado & La Paloma Wildlife Refuge! Accommodations for up to 15 guests. Main house, plus two casitas provide plenty of room for large families & groups. Enjoy the scenery from the covered patio with views filled with natural wildlife habitat, birds, & beautiful waterway. Play outdoor games in the large, fenced-in yard. Kayaks, lighted fishing pier, & covered parking, PLUS space to park boat trailers & RV hook-up.
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Rio Hondo
Located in Rio Hondo, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Treasure Hills Golf Club and Rollie Melville Community Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Narciso Martínez Cultural Arts Center and Texas Conjunto Music Hall of Fame and Museum. Nature Park Retention Garden and Nature Park Rain Garden are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Rio Hondo, TX
What's nearby
- Texas Air Museum - 17 min drive - 21.4 km
- Valley Baptist Hospital - Harlingen - 34 min drive - 42.7 km
- Harlingen Medical Center - 34 min drive - 45.0 km
- Brownsville Sports Park - 36 min drive - 54.4 km
- South Padre Island Beach - 54 min drive - 72.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Chilly Willies - 7 min drive
- Boats & Bikers - 5 min walk
- Pizza Express - 8 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
5 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth S.
2 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for big families
Elizabeth S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christian G.
16 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family stay!!! Nos gusto mucho
Christian G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Keith S.
30 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway
Keith S.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michael A.
6 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bday getaway
Michael A.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tom C.
29 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Retreat
Tom C.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bob P.
3 March 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bob P.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Chris T.
12 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chris T.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Isidro D.
8 December 2024
Isidro D.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
About the host
Hosted by Lisa Graves
I grew up in Harlingen, TX, and live on South Padre Island. I remember coming to the Arroyo as a child with my family. It brings back a such happy time in my childhood. I want to offer families and groups the opportunity to create lasting memories of their own.
Why they chose this property
Arroyo Casitas is located directly across the river from the Las Palomas Wildlife Management Area. This is part of the Texas Parks & Wildlife Dept. and is one of the most diverse areas in the Valley, It makes for an ideal location for birders and wildlife viewers in South Texas. The back patio and living areas offer an excellent vantage point for watching the waterbirds that crowd these waters. Look for Least Grebe, several species of ducks including resident Ruddy Ducks and Black-bellied Whistling Ducks, flycatchers, the Great Kiskadee, Osprey, and so many more!
What makes this property unique
Location! Waterfront homes on an acre with plenty of room and privacy for large groups and families.
Languages:
English
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