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The Boulderdash Bird House studio apt! Wonderful tree top setting, in nature!

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A wooden deck with a round table and two chairs.
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A two-story building with a covered porch and a flagpole.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a ceiling with a ribbed design.
A kitchen with a black stove, a utensil holder, and a clock on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
At the waterfront, this 2-bedroom apartment accommodates 4 guests and features 1 bathroom. It offers mountain views and is pet-friendly, making it suitable for adventure travelers. Enjoy nearby activities like hiking, biking, and tubing, while Medina River and Medina Lake provide additional attractions for exploration. Golfing opportunities are also available nearby.

Highlights

  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Medina River
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Bandera, TX
  • Place, Medina River
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Bandera City Park
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Mansfield Park
    ‪23 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

The Boulderdash Bird House studio apt! Wonderful tree top setting, in nature!

Welcome to the Bird house Studio Apartment nestled on the second floor of our Boulderdash Barn! You will feel perched on top of the Oak trees while relaxing on the covered gated patio enjoying the birds eye view of this hidden gem. The studio apartment has a queen bed and a full sized pull-out sofa bed. All linens, kitchen essentials, & a small BBQ Pit are provided for a comfortable stay. Open floor plan with a full-size kitchen and a spa rustic en suite bath. The shower features a Rainhead shower system. The apartment is also pet-friendly! Bird Enthusiasts will love bird-watching Cardinals, Hummingbirds, Doves, Robbins and many more! The Bird house is the perfect love birds getaway. Boulderdash has a lot to offer! Texas Hill Country nature and abundant wildlife, Feed the deer with the complimentary jar of corn we provide our guests. Frolic in the crystal clear Median River or hike the River banks and massive boulders. Be aware that river levels vary widely. Sometimes we have a lake, sometimes a river, and sometimes a stream. Check for recent photos on our FB page or on Google to get an idea of the river levels.Please note, the apartment has stairs to access. not suitable for small children, bad knees, or other impairments that will prevent you from climbing the stairs.check our home page for current river/lake levels and local events and area things to do. Bandera "the cowboy capital" is just 10 minutes away and offers great eateries, music, and shops! The Bird House Apartment is super popular so secure your getaway quickly!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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
Max 2 pets
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Basic fee is for 6 guests, Cabin guests above 6 will be charged an extra $5.00 per guest per stay.
No Smoking inside

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3643662vb
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

Bandera

Located in Bandera, this apartment is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bear Springs Blossom Nature Trail and Medina River, while Frontier Times Museum and Bandera Natural History & Art Museum are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and rock climbing.
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Bandera, TX

What's nearby

  • Medina River - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Medina Lake - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Longhorn Ranch and Golf Club - 15 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Bandera City Park - 17 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Mansfield Park - 23 min drive - 21.1 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The 4 Way Bar & Grill - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Bob’s Burger Barn - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪La Cabana Cafe - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Backyard Bistro - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪jimmy's burgers - ‬27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Boulderdash Bird House studio apt! Wonderful tree top setting, in nature! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Boulderdash Bird House studio apt! Wonderful tree top setting, in nature!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Boulderdash Bird House studio apt! Wonderful tree top setting, in nature!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Boulderdash Bird House studio apt! Wonderful tree top setting, in nature!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Boulderdash Bird House studio apt! Wonderful tree top setting, in nature! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is steps from Medina River and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Medina Lake. Longhorn Ranch and Golf Club and Bandera City Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Smooth check in, attentive hosts, very clean, well stocked and comfortable apt. Thanks for your hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2026
Thank you so much Rob, we appreciate the review and hope to see you again sometime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My daughter my granddaughter and I had a wonderful weekend it was relaxing it was an easy walk to the river pet friendly all kinds of Deer birds squirrels. Very relaxing deck to sit on and watch mother nature do her thing. I will most definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

What a way to unplug and recharge

Very clean & peaceful. I really enjoyed all the birds and how close of a walk it was to the water. The host was very attentive and friendly. I hope to be returning soon. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2025
Thanks so much!! We appreciate the review!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
I truly enjoyed my stay here. I loved having the river there, the peacefulness, and all the wildlife. I also love the dog friendly environment. Sorry one of my dogs wasn't very friendly. She is a rescue I just got maybe two months before we went and still needs more socialization. I wish I would have taken more time to see all the activities they offered, but I was there to spend time with family who lives in Bandera. This was still a wonderful stay and I plan on returning soon. However, I feel the listing is a little misleading. The pictures and phrasing, in the listing, make it sound like there are two small bedrooms. If you really pay attention, you catch a small sentence referring to it as a studio, but that seemed to be about it. Just know The Birdhouse is one open studio, not a two bedroom like the pictures made us expect. Other than that, thank you for the wonderful stay!!! Everything else was wonderful! The hosts were very kind, polite, and keep everything clean and tidy. I will be back for another stay. Hopefully sooner than later.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 November 2025
Hey Nicholas, thanks for pointing out that there are not 2 bedrooms. I have tried multiple times on the platform to correct that without success, we have gone ahead and added more notes so that people are aware that this is indeed a "Studio". Thanks so much for staying!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife and I really enjoyed our time at Boulderdash and will definitely stay again if we are in the area. The Medina River had plenty of water flowing to enjoy a nice relaxing get away and our dogs enjoyed playing in the cool water. The place was exactly as described and we really appreciated the promptness and clarity of communication with the owners and the camp host Anna, who was super friendly and informative. Thanks again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2026
Thank you so much for the stars!! We are all glad you guys enjoyed your stay!

About the host

Hosted by Carol-anne & Lyn

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Lyn Is from Iowa & Carol-anne is from Alberta Canada, we bought this property in 2017 with hopes of retiring here which we did in 2021! We are both pretty social and really love meeting new people. This property has been such a blessing that we couldn't help but share it with others!

Why they chose this property

The neighborhood is not what sold us, and you will understand that when you come. Lyn and I are always looking for a diamond in the rough, and I believe we found it here! We are both very involved in trying to get this area cleaned up, and back to its previous glory! Lyn is very involved with the POA as well as our local VFD. I run a community facebook page and organize trash pick ups & fund raise for our dirt roads. We both have a vision and see Lake Medina Shores only getting better in the next 5 years! The area is truly beautiful.

What makes this property unique

Boulderdash has very unique topography! It is 2 level, our Barn and RV sites are up on top of the limestone cliff, and our cabin and tent sites are on the lower "river level". The property is beautiful with mature Oak, Pecan, Cypress, and Cedar trees. The property sits beside the crystal clear Medina River that has a limestone and white rock riverbed. The Huge boulders out front are where "Boulder"dash got its name!

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