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Hill Country Hideout

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 356 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Hill Country Hideout

The Hill Country Hideout isn't just a run-of-the-mill rental property; it's a genuine home away from home! It's everything you'd want for a perfect tucked-away hideaway for your next visit to the Texas Hill Country.

The Hill Country Hideout is without a doubt among the best Hill Country cabins for this or any weekend; it's a genuine home away from home! It's everything you'd want for a perfect remote and private hideaway, or your next romantic weekend getaway. Located just a few miles east of Pipe Creek, it's situated in a wonderfully private and scenic wide-open space, but is still located close to several fascinating locales in the most picturesque region of the Lone Star State.

You'll never feel as at home in a hotel or motel room as you do in this gorgeous and affordable rental home! This cozy space easily accommodates two to three-it's the perfect vacation rental for a romantic getaway! It's furnished with a queen sized bed, plush and comfy living room area, functional kitchen, and cable TV. It's also decked out with both heat and air conditioning, to assure your comfort any time of year. All basic bed and bath linens are included.

As nice as the inside is, you'll want to savor the outdoors when you're our guest here! Out back is a shaded deck, which is accented by an outside lounging and dining area, complete with table and chairs. All this overlooks the spacious lot, replete with colorful Hill Country views and local wildlife. There's even a picnic table provided, so you can enjoy your meals in the fresh air and the cool shade of the trees that grace the property. For nighttime relaxation, farther out back there's a stylish stone-construction fire pit, perfect for those romantic and quiet moments, stargazing, or however you'd like to spend your time in the remote and serene scenery.

No matter your mode of transportation, we've got you covered! This property is horse-friendly, with a private arena, private 40-foot round pen, private turn out area and stalls for your equine friends! The area is also great for motorcycle enthusiasts, with ready access to miles of paved roads that wind through the views that only the Texas Hill Country can provide. It's removed enough from civilization to give you that away-from-it-all feeling, while still offering access to events and attractions in the towns nearby.

Do yourself a favor: don't box yourself in a hotel room, cramped and crowded next to absolute strangers, when you can stretch your legs and live in home-style luxury in The Hideout! There's no better way to relax and let the stress of everyday life melt away than in this spacious Texas cabin rental for this weekend.

The Cabin:
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Queen bed.
2 couches.
Dining table.
Full kitchen (excluding an oven).
Full-size refrigerator.
Shower.
Roll away bed for the third guest.

Amenities:
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Satellite TV with 200 channels.
Fiber service with WiFi.
Good cell service.
Charcoal grill.
Regular coffee maker.
Outdoor seating.
Firepit.
Complimentary 5 bundles of firewood provided by the host; additional bundles available at $15 each.
Horses allowed; contact for pricing and details.
Washer and dryer accessible for guests booking 4 days or more.
Access to 10 acres of property.

Other Details:
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Nightly rate is for 2 guests.
Complimentary stay for children under 2.
Extra Guest Fee of $25 per night after the first 2 guests.
Pets permitted (maximum 2) at $20 per pet per day.
Potential pet fee discount for longer-term stays.
Pets must be leashed outdoors to prevent interaction with horses.
Motorcycles welcome.
Smoking allowed only outside the cabin.
Host resides on the property.
The horses on the property are named Fancy (mare) and Coda (gelding).
Prohibition on discharging firearms, fireworks, or ATVs.
River and lake water levels in the Hill Country vary based on rainfall.

Sole-use Horse Boarding:
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$50 per day per horse, minimum 2 days with hideout rental.
Maximum capacity of 2 horses (negotiable for extended stays).
Negative coggins/original certificate required as per State Law.
Water provided; owner supplies feed and hay.
Owner handles stall cleaning (wheelbarrow and shovel provided).
Facilities include a 40-foot private round pen with a sand floor, a 75x130 private arena with a sand floor (no lights/floor tilled daily), and a 4-acre private turnout area.
Free horse trailer parking available.
Emergency farrier available on weekends; vet within 4 miles.
RV hookup available upon request for an additional fee of $40 per day.

Distance from this home:
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The Frio River is 70 miles.
The Medina River is 15 miles.
The Guadalupe River is 35 miles.
The Lost Maples State Natural Area is 55 miles.
The Garner State Park is 65 miles.
The Hill Country State Natural Area is 25 miles.

Pipe Creek:
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The natural splendor of the Texas Hill Country is on full display in this handsome little town! It's surrounded by a nature preserve, a high-in-the-hills winery, and their locally-famous pumpkin patch and Christmas tree farm. After you go antiquing, you can cut a rug at Pipe Creek's renowned dance hall!

Backroads Reservations
Bandera, Texas

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Property manager

Backroads Texas Reservations

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 600 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Hill Hideout Pipe Creek
Hill Country Hideout Pipe Creek
Hill Country Hideout Private vacation home
Hill Country Hideout Private vacation home Pipe Creek
1309

About the area

Map
Pipe Creek, TX

What's nearby

  • Tapatio Springs Golf Club - 16 min drive - 11.3 km
  • University of Texas at San Antonio - 27 min drive - 37.6 km
  • The Rim Shopping Center - 28 min drive - 40.0 km
  • The Shops of La Cantera - 30 min drive - 41.9 km
  • Six Flags Fiesta Texas - 32 min drive - 41.1 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Backyard Bistro - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Jake's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy Burgers - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Timber Ridge Winery - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Las Mananitas - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hill Country Hideout pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hill Country Hideout?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hill Country Hideout?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hill Country Hideout located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Albert and Bessie Kronkosky State Natural Area and within 9 miles (15 km) of Bear Springs Blossom Nature Trail and Walton Lake. Tapatio Springs Golf Club and Medina River are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Hill Country Hideout Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Russ L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
So relaxing!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Monica T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin in the country
A quiet and relaxing property. Lovely porch to sit and enjoy the outdoors and wildlife. Host was very nice. Quaint cabin. Had all the necessary things needed for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason L., Seabrook

Liked: Cleanliness
Great disconnect from the city
This is a good place for a couple to retreat for a weekend getaway if your looking to get out of the city. The horses were very friendly and the host was really accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricky W., Henderson, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Really enjoyed sitting on the deck early morning drinking coffee and watching the sun rise!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allen D.

Liked: Cleanliness
In the country
Peaceful and relaxing. Loved sitting on the porch and watching the deer while enjoying breakfast! It had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricky W., Henderson, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place!
We really loved this private “Hideaway” retreat. Butch was very accommodating and the place was perfect with great views and amenities. We will definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lezlee N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hideout
awesome; just what i was looking for
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hideout Cozy Cabin
We really enjoyed our stay at the Hideout. It was such a cozy relaxing place to come back to after hiking at State Parks in the area. Butch was very welcoming and even offered to help us after we told him we had had a flat tire earlier in the day! A wonderful respite away from the big city!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne and Doyle H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet
Great quiet in the country
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hideout
Great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hill country hidden gem if you enjoy peace and quiet
Perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

scott a., Hurst

Liked: Cleanliness
Hill Country Hideout is accurate
Absolutely a hideout. Very secluded. The host came by and introduced himself and besides that the only visitors were the horses. Hill Country Hideout was exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana F.

Liked: Cleanliness
R&R Perfection
What a great property for a low-key relaxing get-a-way! We were greeted by the owner & gifted a horseshoe. Such a friendly guy-he welcomed us & then left us to enjoy the cabin. We had everything we needed to take advantage of the beautiful scenery & nearby towns. The breezes on the porch were amazing & went perfectly with our iced drinks in the evenings. We got to feed cookies to the horses and our puppies enjoyed the acreage for roaming. Our cabin was large enough to accommodate us & we loved the comfy furniture. Lots of supplies were provided, including coffee, bottled water, paper goods, and utensils of all kind. There was a good Wi-Fi connection & Dish TV. Lots of peace & quiet, but close enough to Boerne, Pipe Creek & Bandera to go antiquing, enjoy the local cuisine, Putt-putt & the Corvette Show! We thoroughly enjoyed our accommodations & the time spent there!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenn F.

Liked: Cleanliness
What an amazing weekend!
You couldn't ask for a better place to enjoy your weekend. We had an amazing time! When we arrived, Butch (the owner) checked in with us and welcomed us with open arms and great hospitality. He gave us cookies to feed the 2 horses on the property in the morning, such a wonderful time having them walk up to you and feed them out of your hand. We made a total of 3 fires in the fire ring with the wood provided. Roasted some marsh mellows and had a few drinks under the stars with a great hot fire. Cooked breakfast both mornings and used the grill on the second day. Everything was supplied to us for the grill. I would totally come back again for another weekend and maybe stay 3 nights. The house was so clean and we had everything for our stay. Thanks to Butch (the owner) and Spencer (property manager) for such an enjoyable stay for me and my date, who was celebrating her 60 th birthday. Glenn and April Austin/Cedar Park Texas
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vickie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cabin was very comfortable, and seeing the deer everyday was awesome!
It was very comfortable and relaxing after riding all day on the bike! Loved our fire pit time in the evenings! It was all a great experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Beautiful location. Very quiet and relaxing. The horses coming over for cookies each morning was a treat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Jeremy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet little cabin
I really just needed a break from my camper life. So booked the cabin for the weekend with my girlfriend. It wasn't anything extravagant, but it's definitely a nice little stay-cation. My biggest gripe is finding the place. Instructions were never sent to me and the address on the website takes you to the owners front gate. Once I called the host and recieved what I needed to get there, the owner came introduce himself. He's a really nice guy and gave us plenty us space as other reviews mentioned. Hoping to get my house built soon. If not, I'll give this location another go.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Johnny S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Beautiful I enjoy it
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dustin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome 👌
It was amazing! Super cute cozy little place!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Margaret P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Weekend Get-away
Loved this cabin! Peaceful, clean, comfortable and the wildlife was a bonus! Butch is a terrific host and made us feel right at home! Check-in was a snap, and we had all that we needed for a great little getaway! The firepit was wonderful on a crisp November night and the deer and horses on the property were amazing! Wish we could have stayed longer! If you're looking for a place to vacate the hustle and bustle, you will love the Hideout!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

carla t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway
Good place to getaway for peace and quiet. Feeding the horses, watching deer and nice porch for dining outdoors.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy M., Pearland, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Enjoyed staying in nature vs a hotel. Nice to see deer running loose and the owner let's his horses run loose in the property. We were able to pet and feed the horses.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved The Hideout
Perfectly matched the description. Butch, the owner, lives elsewhere on the property and was very helpful. The horses were cool and loved to come get treats. We also saw Jack rabbits and a ton of deer in the property. The location is great and is between Pipe Creek/Bandera and Boerne. If you ride a motorcycle, it’s a great starting point to get to Hwy 16 and the Three Sisters motorcycle route.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Raviteja M., Irving

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Place to Visit
Butch was friendly, Warm and helped us getting the feel of rural area. Thanks for the experience. The place was calm, peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin
Everything was nice. The only issue is the tap water smells like sulphur in that area. The owner does supply a lot of bottled water for drinking. We had a nice quiet stay .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021