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River Ridge Cabin · Meadow Path to the Medina

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A covered patio with a wooden ceiling, a barbecue grill, and outdoor seating. - River Ridge Cabin · Meadow Path to the Medina (Bandera)
A cozy kitchen with wooden cabinets, a bar area with stools, and a stone accent wall. - River Ridge Cabin · Meadow Path to the Medina (Bandera)
A wooden-paneled bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a chair, and a window with curtains. - River Ridge Cabin · Meadow Path to the Medina (Bandera)
A hallway with a stone wall, wooden bench, and a wicker chair. There are framed pictures on the wall and a window with a view of trees. - River Ridge Cabin · Meadow Path to the Medina (Bandera)
A room with a desk, two chairs, a lamp, and a stone fireplace. - River Ridge Cabin · Meadow Path to the Medina (Bandera)
At River Ridge Cabin | Bandera Stay with River Access, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

River Ridge Cabin · Meadow Path to the Medina

  • River Ridge Cabin is about five miles outside Bandera on a quiet country road. The house overlooks a meadow, and a path leads across it and down rock stairs to the Medina River, where a metal ladder goes into the water. Covered parking holds several vehicles.



    The layout is unusual. A breezeway divides the cabin into two parts. Up front are the living room with a fireplace, the full kitchen with an island bar that seats ten, a king bedroom and a full bath with a tub and shower. In back are the primary bedroom with a king bed, a jetted tub and a separate shower, and a bunk room. Families can spread out and still meet in the middle.



    The big screened porch is where most of the day happens, and the deer come up into the yard. The breezeway has ping pong and outdoor games, and there is an open-air porch, a fire pit and a charcoal grill out back.



    There is a Roku TV with a DVD player, a washer and dryer, Wi-Fi and a computer workspace. Window units handle the cooling, with space heaters in several bedrooms.



    Early check-in may be available on request. Every stay includes the Texas Hill Country Travel App, a local guide for exploring the area.



    WHY WE LIKE IT

    We usually suggest River Ridge Cabin for families and groups up to ten who want their own space. The layout is split: the main house up front and a back section with the primary suite and bunk room, joined by a breezeway with ping pong and outdoor games. It sits about five miles outside Bandera on a quiet country road. The kitchen island seats all ten at once, which is rare.

    — Spencer and Jess, Backroads Hill Country



    SLEEPING

    Bedroom 1: king bed

    Bedroom 2: king bed

    Bunk room: two bunk beds, each a double below and a twin above

    Two full bathrooms, one with a jetted tub



    GOOD TO KNOW

    The river is about a five-minute walk, down semi-steep rock stairs that can be hard for young children and older guests.

    River levels vary; ask us when you book.

    Wi-Fi is strongest in the front section of the cabin.

    If you want to feed the deer, bring your own corn.

    Pets are not allowed.

    Check-in is 3 PM and check-out is 11 AM.

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About the area

Located in Bandera, this holiday home 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. Visit our Bandera travel guide
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Bandera, TX

What's nearby

  • Three ducks swimming in a green pond surrounded by trees.
    Bandera City Park
    13 min drive - 11.3 km
  • A calm river reflecting trees and rocks.
    Lost Maples State Natural Area
    39 min drive - 72.1 km
  • Medina River
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mansfield Park
    7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Bandera Beach Club Tubes, Kayaks & Shuttle
    12 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
    71 min drive

Restaurants

  • SONIC Drive In
    9 min drive
  • Burger King
    10 min drive
  • TJ's At the Old Forge
    10 min drive
  • Best Western Bandera Suites & Saloon
    10 min drive
  • Wild Horse Saloon
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River Ridge Cabin | Bandera Stay with River Access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at River Ridge Cabin | Bandera Stay with River Access?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at River Ridge Cabin | Bandera Stay with River Access?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Ridge Cabin | Bandera Stay with River Access?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is River Ridge Cabin | Bandera Stay with River Access located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home 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 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

River Ridge Cabin · Meadow Path to the Medina Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.4

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 13 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good stay

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

6/10 Okay

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
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in May 2026