Title: Hondo Creek Hideaway - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=84305080&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Hondo Creek Hideaway Lakefront cabin with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Hondo Creek Hideaway ![Property grounds - Hondo Creek Hideaway (Tarpley)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84310000/84305100/84305080/8a13c9c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV - Hondo Creek Hideaway (Tarpley)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84310000/84305100/84305080/w1920h1280x0y1-8e161f83.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Hondo Creek Hideaway (Tarpley)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84310000/84305100/84305080/f06a05ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Hondo Creek Hideaway (Tarpley)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84310000/84305100/84305080/89d35abc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Hondo Creek Hideaway (Tarpley)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84310000/84305100/84305080/594e4b89.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Hondo Creek Hideaway, nestled in the heart of Texas Hill Country, offers a serene escape with its private waterfront and scenic views. Unwind on one of two shaded decks, take advantage of your own private dock for fishing or kayaking adventures, and enjoy comfortable amenities like central air conditioning and WiFi service. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Hondo Creek Hideaway The Texas Hill Country is an amazing setting for the best holiday getaways! Hondo Creek Hideaway near Tarpley is a shining example of this; it's kid- and pet-friendly, in a peaceful country setting right on the banks of Hondo Creek. You'll enjoy those inspiring Hill Country views, your own private waterfront, and comfortable amenities, too! If you'd like to step out of the countryside and head into town, you can enjoy the cuisine, shopping, and nightlife of Tarpley and Bandera, both of which are nearby. Bring your tubes, kayaks, and fishing gear! Hondo Creek Hideaway is a scenic riverside vacation rental, on the banks of a tributary of the Frio River. You'll want to take advantage of your private access; after all, the Hill Country is known for its water-based adventure! The property includes a private dock with seating right on the water, and there's four acres of Hill Country beauty to explore here. The vacation home has two shaded decks, and both include comfortable outdoor furniture. The smaller deck out front is the perfect place to sip morning coffee and enjoy the Hill Country views, and the larger deck out back overlooks the creek, and has ample room for everyone to gather. Glittering string lights add a fun and magical sparkle to evenings on the back deck, too! In the mood for BBQ? Take advantage of the charcoal grill! Comfort is key inside Hondo Creek Hideaway, and this bright and airy vacation rental has central air and ceiling fans for just that purpose. For tech and entertainment, there's Wifi service and a smart TV in the comfy living area (you can also bring your own Roku for additional viewing options). The dining area has bar stools and a big dining table that seats eight, and the kitchen has all the appliances, cooking ware, serving ware, and prep space you'll need! Laundry's a snap with a washer and dryer combo, too. Hondo Creek Hideaway features three comfortable bedrooms: the master suite includes a queen bed, a double-vanity bathroom with both a shower and a garden tub, and a TV for added relaxation. The two additional bedrooms each have full beds, and one of them also includes a TV. These two rooms share a bathroom equipped with both a shower and a tub. For extra sleeping space, the futon in the living area comfortably sleeps two, bringing total accommodations to up to eight guests. Fresh linens are provided for all beds and bathrooms to ensure a comfortable stay. An important note about the water system at Hondo Creek Hideaway: The safety of our guests is our highest priority! The water here is perfectly safe for bathing and other non-internal usage. For drinking and cooking purposes, a Culligan water dispenser is provided. Water pictures taken 8/31/23\. Water levels may be different than the pictures. Inquire at time of booking The Cabin: \======== Master bedroom furnished with a queen bed, TV, and an attached bathroom featuring a large garden tub and shower. Bedroom two includes a full bed and a TV. Bedroom three has a full bed. Bedrooms two and three share a hallway bathroom with a tub and shower combination. Living room equipped with seating, entertainment, and a Smart TV. Large futon in the living room accommodating 2 guests. Dining table with a total of eight chairs and a bar with barstools. Fully equipped kitchen containing a dishwasher, oven, stove, refrigerator, microwave, and a regular coffee maker. Central air conditioning and heating. WiFi connectivity. Washer and Dryer facilities. Charcoal grill available. Amenities: \======== Front deck providing picturesque views of the hill country. Spacious covered back deck with scenic water views, ample seating, and charming string lights. Covered parking space for added convenience. Culligan drinking water provided for quality hydration. Catch and release fishing available for outdoor enthusiasts. Private dock access for a serene waterfront experience. Smart TV in the living room and two TVs in the bedrooms for entertainment. All towels and linens supplied for a comfortable stay. Water levels may vary from the pictures; inquiries are welcome at the time of booking. Limited cell service; use of WiFi calling is recommended for communication. Flexible Pricing for every group Our rates adapt to make sure smaller groups don't overpay ; but bigger getaways still get full value. \- Base rate includes up to 2 guests \- $20/person/night for each additional guest (up to 8 total) \- Cleaning fee: $165 \- Pet fee: $25/pet/night (3 max) \- Release of liability required before check-in Booking platforms will automatically calculate your total based on the number of guests/pets you include in your booking and your stay dates Distance from this home: \================= The Frio River is 40 miles. The Medina River is 20 miles. The Guadalupe River is 45 miles. The Lost Maples State Natural Area is 25 miles. The Garner State Park is 30 miles. The Hill Country State Natural Area is 20 miles. Tarpley: \====== Some say tiny Tarpley is easy to miss; those folks just don't know what they're missing! The Hill Country surrounds Tarpley, offering some of the most beautiful views in Texas. Check out Mac and Ernie's Roadside Eatery, which has been featured on two shows on the Food Network for their cuisine. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cabin: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Phone ### Location highlights - In a rural location - On a lake - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 1,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78760000/78752600/78752598/08351a31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pool + River + Hot Tub + Lakefront + Firepit Hunt - Pool - Hot tub - Pet friendly - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-17&endDate=2026-02-18&selected=78752598&PinnedHotelID=78752598&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78140000/78130100/78130052/176b30d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pool + Firepit + River + Lake + Hot Tub + Heat/AC Hunt - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Pet friendly 10 Exceptional 18 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-17&endDate=2026-02-18&selected=78130052&PinnedHotelID=78130052&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72990000/72983100/72983075/da4618d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pool l Firepit l River l Lake l HOT TUB l Cabin Ingram - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Pet friendly 10 Exceptional 26 reviews CA $250 CA $514 total includes taxes & fees Feb 9 - Feb 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10&selected=72983075&PinnedHotelID=72983075&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76460000/76458100/76458020/c5d591a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Roadside at 'Bout Dam Time - Cozy Lakeside Cabin, Nature Retreat, & Brew Pub! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as 1390 ## About the area Located in Tarpley, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tarpley Crossing Park and Bandera Sports Complex, while Lone Star Motorcycle Museum and Frontier Times Museum are cultural highlights. Love Creek Orchards Cider Mill and Country Store and Bandera Beach Club Tubes, Kayaks & Shuttle are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Tarpley travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Tarpley.dx6050693) [View more Cabin rentals in Tarpley](https://www.expedia.ca/Tarpley-Cabins.d6050693-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C29.68266%2C-99.35165&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=EWzgYSU2kptzh0qH8fqOeMupLwg=) Tarpley, TX ### What's nearby - ![Scenic View of the Bandera City Park, Texas, just before the solar eclipse of April 8, 2024](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/745774707590017024/458d3a21-9622-492b-9fee-19e67f32a2d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Bandera City Park 25 min drive \- 43.2 km - ![#TakeAHike in Texas!!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/169272/737522a3-5c78-4e8c-a537-d4e266997cc7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lost Maples State Natural Area 30 min drive \- 51.5 km - Medina River 20 min drive \- 37.2 km - Mansfield Park 21 min drive \- 38.7 km - Bandera Beach Club Tubes, Kayaks & Shuttle 24 min drive \- 42.8 km ### Getting around - San Antonio International Airport (SAT) 99 min drive ### Restaurants - Mac & Ernies Roadside Eatery 10 min drive - Steel Horse Cafe 10 min drive - WCD West 10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hondo Creek Hideaway pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Hondo Creek Hideaway? ### What time is check-out at Hondo Creek Hideaway? ### Where is Hondo Creek Hideaway located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Hondo Creek Hideaway Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 8 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nuwan B. Nov 27, 2024 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. ##### Nuwan B. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberly M. Sep 8, 2024 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! ##### Kimberly M. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Micah S. Sep 26, 2024 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. ##### Micah S. Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matt D. May 7, 2024 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! ##### Matt D. Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda K. Aug 6, 2024 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. ##### Amanda K. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Howard K. Jun 21, 2025 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 ##### Howard K. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim M. Sep 11, 2025 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! ##### Kim M. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### adamaris s. Jul 18, 2023 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 ! ##### adamaris s. 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