Turn-of-the-century charm (we're talking 20th century here, of course), modern comforts and amenities, and the breathtaking b ...
eauty of the Texas Hill Country, all come together here in one of the best country cottage getaways in the Lone Star State! The roomy and inviting Mighty Oaks Retreat will fill the bill, whether you're looking for a family getaway or a romantic weekend away from the daily grind. It's remote, yet just down the road from the charming towns of D'Hanis and Hondo.Built in 1904, the Mighty Oaks Retreat has been beautifully maintained and restored, evoking both its 100+ years of history and a sense of modern luxury. This kid-friendly and pet-friendly cottage ranks up there as one of our most popular country house vacation rentals-one look, and you'll see why!Behind the cottage, under the cooling shade of the trees, are country rockers for you to kick back in-and, should you need more space, there's also a shaded veranda with a comfy conversation pit for larger gatherings. A charcoal grill is also on hand for open-air dining. The property has 352 acres with a seasonal pond and the wide-open rural setting is ideal for hiking, bird and wildlife watching, and stargazing, and the property is surrounded by miles of country roads that are a sightseer's delight-perfect for a motorcycle tour! The rugged and scenic countryside is the perfect backdrop for a calming and authentic Texas vacation.Inside, central air and heating assures comfort, and there's a spacious living room to socialize in-with a wood - burning fireplace, too. There's also a cozy little alcove that would serve equally well as a kid's play space or romantic snuggling spot. The kitchen's fully equipped with both appliances and basic utensils, and its centerpiece is a wood-topped island with stools. Mighty Oaks has two bedrooms-one with a King-sized bed, the other with two queens, and a sun room with a sofa pull out-sleeping up to six guests. Both bathrooms are equipped with roomy vintage tubs and the master also has a shower. All bathroom and bedroom linens are provided, as well, and there's a combo washer and dryer on site. Rounding out your modern tech needs are satellite TV, Wifi, and good cell coverage.If you're looking for a guest house for rent in D'Hanis, convenient to miles of picturesque rural roads and the town of Hondo, too, the Mighty Oaks Retreat is your Hill Country hideaway! Give us a buzz at Backroads Reservations, and you'll be on your way to a peaceful holiday.The House==========Master bedroom one with king bedSecond detached bedroom with 2 queensMaster bath with tub and showerOpen kitchen with all needed utensilsRegular and K-cup coffee maker, range top, oven, refrigerator, microwave, toasterLiving area with a couch, two chairs, wood-burning fireplace and TV with RokuCentral air and heatSun room with a queen pull out couch and small dining table and split mini ACAmenities=========WIFI and Roku TVWood -burning fireplace in the living roomWasher and dryerCeiling fansOutdoor veranda seatingCharcoal grillFirepitOther Details==========House sleeps 6 guestsThe nightly rate is for 2 guestsChildren under 2 stay freeChildren welcomeExtra guest fee is $25, per day, after 2 guestsPets allowed (maximum 2 allowed) at $20 per day, per petA pet fee discount may be available for longer term staysLlamas and chickens on property. No agressive pets allowedCleaning fee of $75Smoking outside onlyNo discharging of firearms, fireworks or ATVs allowed Hill Country river and lake water levels vary depending on rain Approximate distance to the following sites:==============Frio River: 35 milesMedina River: 45 milesGuadalupe River: 85 milesLost Maples State Natural Area: 55 milesGarner State Park: 45 milesHill Country State Natural Area: 35 miles D'Hanis========Step back in time in this historic little Medina County village! The majority of D'Hanis' buildings are from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and they give the town the aura it had when it was originally founded by French and German settlers. This unique and scenic village awaits, perched with the Hill Country as a scenic backdrop!Backroads ReservationsBandera, TexasAsk us at Backroads Reservations about our Hill Country Travel App, the best resource for traveling to the Hill Country! Find thoroughly researched and up-to-date information about dozens of towns, local businesses, events, parks, scenic drives, eclipses, swimming holes, and much more. Now on the web and mobile! Copyright 2023 - Backroads Reservations in Bandera, Texas. Hill Country Travel App is a trademark of Texas Backroads, LLC
BEDROOMS: 2
Beds: 4
Baths: 2
Pets: Yes
Children: No
GUESTS: 6
Minimum Nights: 2
Miracle Springs Ranch Homestead
Leakey , TX / US
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Rental rate based on 4 guestsEach addition guest costs $75 each, per dayChildren must be over 12 years old. If you hav ...
e children under 12 please check out the Miracle Springs Lodge listingSee the Texas Hill Country at its astounding best in an elevated ranch setting! The Miracle Springs Ranch Homestead offers a cozy country home setting for up to six people in a private location-though not too private, since towns like Leakey and Vanderpool are just minutes away. There are two lakes on this 754-acre ranch, and natural attractions such as Garner State Park, tubing on the Frio River, and the Lost Maples State Natural Area are all within a 30-minute drive from your "home base" here.The Hill Country in all its splendor is yours! The Homestead is an ideal starting point for a motorcycle or auto tour, with miles of scenic, winding roads surrounding the property. For those who love nature, hiking, fishing, you name it-the spacious ranch, along with all the natural attractions close by, sets the stage for everything you love about the great outdoors. And even though the ranch setting is private and secluded, the shops and cuisine of Vanderpool and Leakey are conveniently close.The length of the Homestead is lined by a shaded porch, with patio chairs provided. Also on the property are a swimming pool with hot tub, and a gathering area with a BBQ pit, fire pit, and outdoor cooking station. Some of these outdoor features are shared with the Lodge next door; for a fully private experience with room for even larger groups, both the Lodge and Homestead can be booked together-just ask us for details! Feel free to hike the grounds, stargaze, and watch wildlife-and try your hand at fishing in the two private lakes here. The light-paneled interior has lots of windows, which let in the outdoor beauty and fill the space with a welcoming and airy ambiance. There is a roomy living space and dining area, and a fully equipped kitchen with serving and cooking utensils included. The three bedroom Homestead has sleeping accommodations for up to six people, and there are two full bathrooms with both tub and showers available. All bed and bath linens are provided. The house has cable TV with a DVD player, Wifi, and central air and heating for year-round comfort.The lofty perch of the Miracle Springs Ranch Homestead will give you a new appreciation of the Hill Country-and the fun features and amenities here will entice you to visit again! Get a hold of us here at Backroads Reservations; we'd be more than happy to help you book your next adventurous and relaxing vacation.The House========Bedroom with a king bedBedroom with a king bedBedroom with a queen bedMaster bath with claw foot tub and glass showerSecond bath with a shower/tub comboOpen kitchen, dining and living room areaBar area for mixing drinksLiving area with a large couch and two sofasLarge front patioFully equipped kitchen with regular and Krups coffee maker, range top, oven, refrigerator, microwave, toaster oven, electric skillet, air fryer, tea pot and spicesKitchen equipped with dishes, glasses, cutlery, utensils, pots and pansCeiling fansLinens and towels (no washer or dryer)Smart television with cable (or bring Roku or Firestick)WIFILand line telephone. Limited cell service Central air and heatCovered parking next to houseAmenities (some may be shared)========Over 700 acres to hike and exploreWaterfront propertyLarge swimming pool with stone diving boardHot tub Large BBQ areaOutdoor fireplaceFire pit Two beautiful lakes for swimming and catch and release fishingRates and Details========The other home on property may also have guests so common areas like the pool, hot tub, lakes and land may be shared. Optional exclusive property use fee. Inquire about availability Rental rate based on 4 guestsEach addition guest costs $75 each, per dayChildren must be over 12 years old. If you have children under 12 please check out the Miracle Springs Lodge listingExtra guest fee is $75, per day, after 2 guestsMaximum 8 guests allowed6 guests can sleep in beds2 can sleep on a provided air mattressCleaning fee is $150Well behaved pets welcome at $50 per day (limit 2 and pets must be approved)Pets must be leashed at all times when outside and not allowed to be kept outside at nightRefundable security deposit $500Host lives on siteAll events must be pre-approved. Additional fees may applyYou must bring your own charcoal, fluid and firewood, pool and water supplies, floats, kayaks, canoes, life jackets etc. Smoking outside in designated areas only No fireworks, discharging firearms or ATV usage permittedRelease of liability is requiredNo off roading. Vehicles only allowed on crushed black asphalt areas. Rock trails for hiking and mountain biking only. Renters may also be able to bring an RV (on approval only) No dump site and no hookups Leakey========"The Swiss Alps of Texas" is nestled in the Frio River Valley, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding Texas Hill Country. Two museums offer a local historical perspective, and one of the most famous trees in Texas-the Rio Frio Landmark Oak, is just down the road. Test your bike on the Twisted Sisters Trail!Approximate distance to the following sites:========Frio River: 20 milesMedina River: 50 milesGuadalupe River: 70 milesLost Maples State Natural Area: 20 milesGarner State Park: 10 milesHill Country State Natural Area: 55 miles
BEDROOMS: 3
Beds: 3
Baths: 2
Pets: Yes
Children: No
GUESTS: 8
Minimum Nights: 3
Miracle Springs Ranch Lodge
Leakey , TX / US
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Rental rate is based on 6 guestsEach additional guest is $50, per day, after 6 guestsPets cost $50, per pet, per day ...
r />17 guests can sleep in beds (room for up to 20 if you bring air mattresses), the Miracle Springs Ranch Lodge is the ideal location for your next family Hill Country getaway with a spacious configuration that can comfortably sleep up to 20 guests! The 754-acre ranch is a stunning waterfront property, perched on a high-elevation setting that offers some of the most panoramic views available in all of Texas. With the Lost Maples State Natural Area, Garner State Park, and tubing on the Frio River all within half an hour's drive, this scenic and well-appointed hideaway is the ultimate in adventure, fun, and luxuryThis is one of our roomiest and amenity-packed rentals available, and it's perfect for your next large gathering! The scenic roads surrounding the ranch make for awesome motorcycle and auto tours, and the ranch itself has two lakes for you to enjoy. This, with all the parks and natural areas in the vicinity, make the Lodge a nature lover's paradise! Even with its remote and private location, Hill Country towns like Leakey and Vanderpool are very close by.The amenities start even before you step inside! There's a long, shaded porch along the front of the lodge, complete with patio furniture; an outdoor patio with fire pit, BBQ pit with smoker. Nearby there's an outdoor pool-side cooking station; a pool and hot tub; and well-stocked lakes to fish in. Canoes and kayaks are provided for guest enjoyment as well! The grounds here are fantastic for hiking, wildlife-watching, and stargazing! The interior here is absolutely huge, with a living area (complete with fireplace), dining area, and enormous and fully-furnished kitchen-with all the cooking and serving utensils you'll need. Entertain yourself with the pool table, Smart TV with DVD player and Wifi is available for you to use your Roku or Firestick. Four bedrooms comfortably accommodate up to 20 people and 2 more can sleep on the comfortable sleeper sofa. And there are two full bathrooms, one with a shower tub combo and another with 2 stall showers. All bedroom and bathroom linens are provided, and the entire space is climate-controlled with central heating and air conditioning.Some of the most beautiful views wait you here, along with entertainment options and modern conveniences that combine to make this one of the most amazing holiday rentals in Texas! Your memorable gathering all starts with a call us; book this amazing vacation spot today!The Lodge========Bedroom 1: Queen, 1 Full/twin bunkBedroom 2: Queen, 1 full/twin bunkBedroom 3: Queen, 1 full/twin bunkBedroom 4: Full/twin bunk, 1 twin bunkTwo baths with sinks and showers Open kitchen, dining and living room areaFully equipped kitchen with regular & Krups coffee maker, range top, oven, 2 refrigerators, microwave, dishwasher, blender and mixer, electric skillet, crock potKitchen equipped with dishes, glasses, cutlery, utensils, pots and pansLarge dining table Smaller dining table with bar stoolsLiving area with a large sectional couch and large pull out sofa WIFI Smart TV (no cable, bring a Roku or Firestick)Limited cell service Land line telephone for local calls only. Cell service only available at ranch entrance and top of the main drive hillPool tableCentral air and heatAmenities ========754 acres to hike/exploreWaterfront propertyLarge private pool with stone diving boardPrivate hot tubLarge BBQ areaBBQ smokerWasher & dryer access (must bring soap)Outdoor fireplaceSwimming, canoing & catch & release fishingRates & Details========The minimum age to rent the house is 25 years old. Well behaved pets $50/day (limit 2, must be approved)Strict pet policy: pets must be leashed at all times when outside, kenneled when alone inside, not allowed to be kept outside at night and never allowed on beds or furniture. Guests may be asked to take the pet(s) off the property for any violation of this policy or pay $100 extra cleaning fee17 guests can sleep in beds20 max guests allowed (you will need to bring air mattresses)Each addition guest is $50 each, per day after 6 guestsPets allowed (maximum 2 allowed)Pets $50 per day, per pet.A pet fee discount may be available for longer term staysCleaning fee is $250Security deposit $500Wildlife management propertyHost lives on siteSteep road, motorcycles trailed or left at the top of the mountain Events must be pre-approved. Fees applyBring charcoal, fluid and firewood and water suppliesHost provides a small selection of complimentary rentals of boats and tubes. Guest owned canoes, kayaks, paddleboards or any other kind of watercraft, including inflatable tubes and watercraft are strictly prohibited from being used on the ranch Smoking outside in designated areas onlyNon-standard cancellation policy. No refunds given within 30 days of check inNo off roading. Vehicles only allowed on crushed black asphalt areas. Rock trails for hiking and mountain biking only. No discharging of firearms, fireworks. ATVs allowed with proof of insurance and separate liability form signed. ATVs must maintain ranch speed limitsHill Country river and lake water levels varyThis property requires a release of liabilityThis house has a non-standard cancellation policyApproximate distance to:========Frio River: 20 milesMedina River: 50 milesGuadalupe River: 70 milesLost Maples State Natural Area: 20 milesGarner State Park: 10 milesHill Country State Natural Area: 55 milesAsk us at Backroads Reservations about our Hill Country Travel App, the best resource for traveling to the Hill Country! Find thoroughly researched and up-to-date information about dozens of towns, local businesses, events, parks, scenic drives, eclipses, swimming holes, and much more. Now on the web and mobile!
BEDROOMS: 4
Beds: 11
Baths: 2
Pets: Yes
Children: No
GUESTS: 20
Minimum Nights: 2
Miss Kitty’s in Bandera
Bandera , TX / US
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Miss Kitty's has two bedrooms, both with Queen beds and a Queen sleeper sofa in the living room to accommodate up to six guests. T ...
here is one bath with a tub and shower combo, a fully equipped kitchen, dining area and large living room. The house was totally renovated in 2015 so it's very fresh and updated. Amenities include all bed and bath linens, a charcoal grill, ceiling fans, central air and heat, satellite TV in the living room and excellent cell phone coverage. Pet friendly. Master bedroom with Queen bedSecond bedroom with Queen bedBath with tub/shower comboDining areaLiving room with Queen sleeper sofaFully equipped kitchenFront porchWith easy walking distance to Main Street and Bandera's shops, restaurants, honky tonks and the best water on the Medina River.Kitchen equipped with oven, range top, refrigerator, microwave and coffee makerAll pots, pans, dishes, glasses, cutlery and utensilsSatellite TVWasher and dryerCharcoal grillCentral air and heatExcellent cell coverageMaximum of six guestsTwo night minimumChildren welcomeOne well behaved dog allowed at $16 per daySmoking allowed outside only** Reservation must be within the next three months to be considered**