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Hondo Creek Hideaway · Dock & Deck on the Creek

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A wooden staircase leading to a modern house with a covered porch, surrounded by natural vegetation. - Hondo Creek Hideaway · Dock & Deck on the Creek (Tarpley)
A wooden deck leading to a body of water, surrounded by greenery and trees. - Hondo Creek Hideaway · Dock & Deck on the Creek (Tarpley)
A wooden deck with a bench and a chair overlooking a body of water, surrounded by greenery. - Hondo Creek Hideaway · Dock & Deck on the Creek (Tarpley)
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a bull skull decoration. - Hondo Creek Hideaway · Dock & Deck on the Creek (Tarpley)
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, and a ceiling fan. - Hondo Creek Hideaway · Dock & Deck on the Creek (Tarpley)
Hondo Creek | 3BR Cabin with Creek & Fishing Spot provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Hondo Creek Hideaway · Dock & Deck on the Creek

  • Hondo Creek Hideaway is near Tarpley, on four acres along Hondo Creek, a tributary of the Frio River. Bring tubes, kayaks and fishing gear. Tarpley and Bandera are both nearby, and Lost Maples and Garner State Park are within a day trip.



    Inside, the house is bright, with central air, ceiling fans, a living room with a smart TV, a dining table that seats eight and a bar with stools. The kitchen is fully equipped, with a dishwasher. The primary suite has a queen bed, a TV and a bath with a double vanity, a shower and a garden tub. Two more bedrooms have full beds and share a bath with a tub and shower, and a futon in the living room sleeps two more. Wi-Fi and a washer and dryer are here too.



    There are two decks. The small one in front faces the hills and works for morning coffee. The larger covered deck out back overlooks the creek, with seating and string lights. A private dock with seating sits on the water, and catch-and-release fishing is allowed. There is a charcoal grill, covered parking and plenty of room for more cars.



    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

    What we tell people about Hondo Creek Hideaway is to look at the back deck. It is large, covered, overlooks the creek and has string lights, so it is where evenings end up. There is also a private dock with seating on the water. The dining table seats eight, which suits a family that wants to eat together.

    — Spencer and Jess, Backroads Hill Country



    SLEEPING

    Primary bedroom: queen bed

    Bedroom 2: full bed

    Bedroom 3: full bed

    Living room: futon for two

    Two full bathrooms, one with a garden tub



    GOOD TO KNOW

    The tap water is fine for bathing, but a water dispenser is provided for drinking and cooking.

    Cell service is low, so Wi-Fi calling is recommended.

    Creek levels depend on rainfall; ask us when you book.

    Up to three pets are welcome; any pet fee is shown when you book.

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

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About the area

Located in Tarpley, this cabin is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tarpley Crossing Park and Bandera Sports Complex, while Frontier Times Museum and Bandera Natural History & Art Museum are cultural highlights. Love Creek Orchards Cider Mill and Country Store and Bandera Beach Club Tubes, Kayaks & Shuttle are also worth visiting. Visit our Tarpley travel guide
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Tarpley, TX

What's nearby

  • Three ducks swimming in a green pond surrounded by trees.
    Bandera City Park
    29 min drive - 26.8 miles
  • A calm river reflecting trees and rocks.
    Lost Maples State Natural Area
    33 min drive - 33.4 miles
  • Medina River
    21 min drive - 23.1 miles
  • Tarpley Crossing Park
    22 min drive - 23.3 miles
  • Mansfield Park
    23 min drive - 24.0 miles

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
    99 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mac & Ernies Roadside Eatery
    10 min drive
  • WCD West
    10 min drive
  • Steel Horse Cafe
    10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hondo Creek | 3BR Cabin with Creek & Fishing Spot pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

How much is parking at Hondo Creek | 3BR Cabin with Creek & Fishing Spot?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hondo Creek | 3BR Cabin with Creek & Fishing Spot?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hondo Creek | 3BR Cabin with Creek & Fishing Spot?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hondo Creek | 3BR Cabin with Creek & Fishing Spot located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 20 miles (32 km) of Tarpley Crossing Park, Bandera Sports Complex and Mansfield Park. Ranger Crossing Park and Bandera Beach Club Tubes, Kayaks & Shuttle are also within 25 miles (40 km).

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Reviews

Hondo Creek Hideaway · Dock & Deck on the Creek Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Cabin for the stay

We enjoyed staying here. This is a really nice cabin with great amenities. We rented this in winter, but I feel like it would be an even better and fun place in the summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Texas hill country getaway!

Loved the very private location, amazing water just steps below the cabin that was perfect for swimming (the dogs and me!), and even caught quite a few fish! Already thinking about the next visit here!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

36th Anniversary

Brought our paddle boards and went up and down Hondo creek fmany times rom the steps of our private dock. Great location to visit Garner for the day. So private and peaceful that we extended our stay two more days.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hidden Gem

This property is a perfect place to get away and enjoy nature. The water was peaceful and a joy for my entire family. We will definitely be back! Thank You!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property, peaceful & remote.

We had a great stay overall, cute cabin with all the basic necessities. The location is very remote and private, we unfortunately had some noisy drunk neighbors to contend with during the weekend. I'm glad we brought a doggy dock with us, as the shore line is steep and inaccessible. It worked well for our Lab, but was still too deep for our pug. We found a nice accessible water crossing in Tarpley to take the pups to. Watching thunderstorms roll in on back porch was the highlight of the trip, truly beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

We had a lot of fun on the river and fishing was awesome and the stay was nice very clean very well prepared secluded loved it all
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I'm pretty sure this is the cleanest VRBO we have ever stayed at. Nice and secluded. Great for the family who wants some peace and quiet. The kids had a great time in the water. Now the wife wants to go back with just the two of us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful area with great views. Perfect place to unwind, so quiet and peaceful. Great place to swim and fish, though don't tell too many people, I want there to be a vacancy for me next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

JULY 4TH VACATION

Really loved the environment! Great experience! Loved the water right behind the house ! Loved the house groups of friends and me had a great time !
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view off the back porch is AMAZING. Right along the river and across from the property is a rock face, not another home or dock so it's an unobstructed view of nature. Home was clean and uncluttered. Smelled a little musty when we arrived by opening the windows aired it out. Master bedroom mattress wasn't super comfortable but one of the other bedrooms had a more comfortable mattress available.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025