Pedernales River Guesthouses - PONDER

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10Outstanding
(18 Ratings)
"Wonderful property; absolutely gorgeous "
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10 / 10
Outstanding(18 Ratings)

Cottage in Rio Grande

4 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

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About this cottage rental

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.

Amenities at Pedernales River Guesthouses - PONDER

Non-smoking
No pets allowed

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Ratings and reviews

10 / 10
Outstanding(18 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2025
Wonderful property; absolutely gorgeous
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2025
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!
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2025
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.
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2025
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.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this cottage?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Pedernales River Guesthouses - PONDER. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Pedernales River Guesthouses - PONDER pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Pedernales River Guesthouses - PONDER?

We found 2 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, and no pets allowed.