[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Pedernales River Guesthouses - PONDER Riverfront cottage with kitchen and patio ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106460000/106450300/106450238/561fcb0d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106460000/106450300/106450238/a21a1a15.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106460000/106450300/106450238/46589f20.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106460000/106450300/106450238/776b21db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106460000/106450300/106450238/466e18fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Pedernales River Guesthouses - PONDER provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4650 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Fireplace - Air conditioning - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Pedernales River Guesthouses - PONDER Unique luxury one-bedroom guesthouses on the Pedernales River in Johnson City. Spectacular views. Perfect for a memorable getaway to the Texas Hill Country and wine trail. Each house is ~650 sq. ft., with king bed, a modern bathroom, a living room/fully equipped kitchen, and an outdoor patio. One queen or two twin airbeds can be provided to sleep up to two more, or two couples could rent both houses. (The other house is in a separate listing: Pedernales River Guesthouses - BLUE.) Stairs take you down to the river. No pets. Free Level 2 EV charger for Tesla or J1227. The two guesthouses are on 15 acres overlooking the Pedernales River. The view from the houses is gorgeous. We (your hosts) live on the property with our cat and golden retriever. We share the environment with an abundance of wild creatures. The river is clean and when the water is high it's good for swimming. When the water is low you can explore on the rocks. We also have two friendly horses and a dozen chickens you can visit. This listing for PONDER. There's a separate listing for an identical adjacent house named BLUE. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Electric car charging station on site - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - 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We make specials provisions so that guests 3 and 4 will be comfortable. Maximum stay is 14 days without pre-approval. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Children need to be supervised carefully outside. ### Events No events allowed ### 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited This property uses solar energy Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C30.31326%2C-98.42746&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=9HApYbUQSQgAlSJnA5meaOiq3lQ=) Johnson City, TX #### What's nearby - Highland Lakes - 7 min drive - 6.0 km - Exotic Resort Zoo - 7 min drive - 6.8 km - Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park - 11 min drive - 10.5 km - Texas Hills Vineyards - 12 min drive - 12.4 km - Texas Hill Country Wineries - 15 min drive - 12.4 km #### Getting around - Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 79 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪7-Eleven - ‬8 min drive - ‪Dairy Queen - ‬9 min drive - ‪The Jittery Biscuit - ‬9 min drive - ‪Pecan Street Brewing - ‬9 min drive - ‪Pig Pen BBQ Johnson City - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Pedernales River Guesthouses - PONDER pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Pedernales River Guesthouses - PONDER? > As of Oct 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pedernales River Guesthouses - PONDER on Oct 28, 2025 start from CA $413.59, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Johnson-City-Hotels-Pedernales-River-Guesthouses-PONDER.h106450238.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Pedernales River Guesthouses - PONDER? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Pedernales River Guesthouses - PONDER? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Pedernales River Guesthouses - PONDER located? > Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 3 mi (4.7 km) from Highland Lakes and within 6 mi (10 km) of Exotic Resort Zoo and TASTE Wine Art. Texas Vintage Motorcycle Museum and Science Mill are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Pedernales River Guesthouses - PONDER Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 9 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brianna K. Oct 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Sights! Beautiful sights, amazing lodging, and peaceful! ##### Brianna K. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim Y. Mar 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect stay! Such a great experience from start to finish. Even before booking the host was very respectful and responsive. After they supplied numerous great suggestion and tips on local places to try. Very grateful for the hospitality and stay. ##### Tim Y. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robbie T. Oct 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect getaway…nature at its best!! The Pedernales River guesthouse is amazing as it sits on the banks of the river with great views and plenty of wildlife. The house is modern and sleek, with every convenience to make your stay perfect. Loved everything about our stay and would definitely return. The owners were overwhelmingly accommodating and quick to answer questions! Easy access and 100% clean. Great spot! ##### Robbie T. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vinny B. Mar 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A smooth rental at a beautiful property I can't say enough good things about this property. The owner was very communicative and made the check in process buttery-smooth. The design of the unit is very unique, and opens up onto a stunning view of the river below. We really enjoyed sitting on the patio in the evening watching the wildlife. The deer are literally everywhere, and the birding was excellent. The owner was accommodating in loaning us an air mattress for our son since there was only 1 bed-- and it was a very well made one.Inside the rental, the kitchen was fully stocked with anything you could want. The room was immaculately clean and comfortable. We only stayed for one night... but honestly, I could have done a week without flinching.If you want peace and quiet in a beautiful bit of nature, this is for you. ##### Vinny B. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Mar 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sweeping Views overlooking the Pedernales River We stayed two nights at “The Ponder.” It was a perfect spot for us. We were in the area for some family business, so we were sad that we didn’t get to spend as much time at the property as we wanted. We could have sat for hours on the deck overlooking the river. Just so beautiful and relaxing. We did work in a hike; down to the river and along about a mile along the riverbed. We had planned to go for a short hike in a nearby park, but why? When you have your own park to enjoy peacefully! Entry instructions were clear and easy to follow and everything was in order in the house. The home is the perfect size for a couple to enjoy some time together. We have to be back that direction again later this summer and are hoping that the event we are attending is close enough to stay here again…if it works logistically, we will definitely be back… Highly recommend! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### K J. Jul 6, 2025 ##### K J. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brett K. Jun 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Brett K. Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexandria T. Apr 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Anniversary Stay Wonderful property; absolutely gorgeous ##### Alexandria T. 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