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RIVER IS YOUR BACKYARD!

Escape to a peaceful haven where you can swim, hike or simply sit back and soak up Texas Hill Country sunsets by day and stargaze at night.

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Golf
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, free WiFi
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

RIVER IS YOUR BACKYARD!

CHECK OUT OUR LOW OFF-SEASON RATES! The most peaceful views can be found at Howdy's!

***WE NOW HAVE WIFI***

***COME ENJOY OUR NEW UPDATES! We've been busy in January of 2024, replacing the original floors in the Main House as well as updating with new furniture.***

Howdy's on the Frio is a charming property located in Leakey, TX, RIGHT ON THE FRIO RIVER! Howdy's provides a beautiful, entertaining, and relaxing vacation spot for your family and friends. Howdy's sits on just under 2 acres of land and boasts breathtaking views of the river from its 400 sq. ft. deck. As you enter the river from Howdy's, you can enjoy a deep swimming hole that never goes dry, small rapids for the adventurous, and shallow water for the little ones- not to mention no across the river neighbors! Don't want to get wet? Then enjoy sitting on the large covered deck where you can watch your friends and family enjoy the river, while taking in the fantastic unspoiled views of the surrounding hills and Texas Hill Country sunsets. Once the sun goes down, light a fire in the fire-pit and roast marshmallows under the bright stars or play a game of dominoes out on the deck, all set to the sounds of the Frio.

Howdy's sleeps up to 12 people and consists of the main house (2 bedrooms/1 bath) and the guest house (1 large room/1 bath), which is just 10 yards from the main house. The main house bathroom has just been remodeled in 2021 and new kitchen counter tops and sink in 2022! The main house has steps with railings and a relaxation landing heading down to the river. With the river and huge outdoor entertaining space within your fingertips, you may never find yourself inside. The children are sure to love the swing set and the see-saw on property. But if you do find yourself inside, you will love the Texas-made-comfortable and cozy feel of the house and guest house. In charge of the evening's meal? Then you won't miss out on any conversation while cooking in our open, fully-stocked, kitchen. The view of the Texas hills through our beautiful new double French doors will make cooking seem like anything but a chore. Need to holler at your kids to come eat? Do so from the grill area overlooking the river. At the end of the day, bask in the warmth of the wood-burning fire place while reconnecting with family and friends within the spacious, high-ceiling living space. Open the many windows at night to enjoy the cool fresh air and sounds of the river running below.

Since the river is in your backyard, you may never need to leave the property. But the surrounding area has much to offer as well. Howdy's is only a mile to the main street of Leakey, TX and a few miles north of Garner State Park. The Three Sisters Drive is also only minutes away, with Lost Maples State Natural Area only 25 miles down the road.

There are year-round activities in the Frio Canyon area ranging from tubing/kayaking the Frio in the summer, enjoying the fall foliage in autumn, hiking/hunting in the winter, and viewing wildflowers in the spring. The bird and deer watching are fabulous year round. World Class Golf is available at Concan Country Club. Don't forget the outdoor summer time concerts at House Pasture Cattle Company and of course the dances at Garner! Made in Texas!

A vacation at Howdy's on the Frio is the perfect getaway for everyone!

One note: All beds have quilts/comforters and pillows. Guests provide their own sheets, pillowcases and towels.

Call Diane to learn more about Howdy's on the Frio. Please be sure to contact us if you'd like to stay for less than 3 nights during the summer season. Anytime there are less than three nights between other bookings, we are happy to make those nights available.

Come make memories at Howdy's on the banks of the river!

Also visit our property, Four Frio Sisters, #321679 in Leakey, TX. Instagram: @howdysonthefrio Facebook: Howdy’s on the Frio

Property manager

Owner

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Outdoor shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Mountain climbing 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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 not allowed

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
Onsite 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 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

Property is also known as

River IS Your Backyard! Leakey
River IS Your Backyard! Private vacation home
River IS Your Backyard! Private vacation home Leakey

About the neighborhood

Map
Leakey, TX

What's nearby

  • Frio River - 1 min walk
  • Garner State Park - 18 min drive
  • Concan Golf Course and Country Club - 30 min drive
  • Frio Bat Cave - 36 min drive
  • Lost Maples State Natural Area - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mill Creek Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bent Rim Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Hog Pen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Vinny's Italian Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lala's - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is RIVER IS YOUR BACKYARD! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at RIVER IS YOUR BACKYARD!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at RIVER IS YOUR BACKYARD!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is RIVER IS YOUR BACKYARD! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Frio River and 11.1 mi (17.9 km) from Garner State Park. Lone Star Motorcycle Museum and Concan Golf Course and Country Club are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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RIVER IS YOUR BACKYARD! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 140 out of 165 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 165 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 165 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 165 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 165 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kathleen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great River Location
Nice place on the river, property was as depicted on VRBO
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love it
We loved the porch and the view. the river
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Billy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Just as listed. Great back porch area to relax and catch up with old friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun adventures with kids
We loved this quiet space to getaway. We celebrated a 50th birthday and it was perfect for our two families.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

April N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place
Very nice property. We had a great family vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view and relaxing
Very enjoyable. The kids loved the river. Beautiful views of the hills and night sky. Had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reed M., Rockport

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Trip
The view was great, access and space was better than expected. We had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great start to our summer
Our friends and family had a wonderful time here! Diane and daughter went above and beyond to accommodate us. We look forward to our next visit. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time here and it was great again
We had a great time. The place is great for all ages. We will Be booking it for next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Avery W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Great
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Howdy’s
We had a great time
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

maria G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a wonderful stay hope to come back again
Beautiful ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

LUIS R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great outdoors!
If you're looking for a relaxed time and some fun activities outdoors...then this is the place. Great place to fish as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monica C., Portland,Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect get away
This place had everything you needed for a weekend getaway or longer ,from the amenities to the views everything was perfect. Best spot I have been to in all my years visiting the Frio area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

norma m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas Visit
We felt like we were in a christmas movie lol we loved the house and the outdoor view is amazing! definetly will be going back again for the summer
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bailey J B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Vacation
The group of us had a great time. It’s a really good property. Plus I lost my AirPods while there and Diane was able to find them and ship them to me when I had given up hope of finding them.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaime F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
Love it me and my family had a blast scenery was spectacular and water was beautiful stayed here before and will again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property-nothing better!
Beautiful property in a wonderful location! River is perfect for all ages. Lots of room for large groups. We had a great time and highly recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views
Had a small get away with my husband and family. It was great, enough beds and beautiful place to explore.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angela D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ahern family reunion.
We stayed here during our family reunion which was held just down river. We had a great time and we’re very comfortable. We enjoyed the river and the deck so much. Great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing and peaceful
We enjoyed our stay... it was so relaxing and peaceful... we are hoping to stay again during the summer... hearing the river from the porch was so calming...
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Laura D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Love Howdy’s
The location couldn’t be better. Easy access to grocery stores and (most importantly) the river!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Howdys on the frio
Great place. They had a drought all year but had a wonderful water hole right next to them. Wasn’t far from garner state park. Great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation 2022
Great location great view off the deck peaceful. Our son and his buddies that came and met us enjoyed it also
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Steve M., Houston, TX

Great location and very peaceful
We really enjoyed our stay at Howdy’s. Very nice being right on the river and close to town. House was well appointed and the view from porch was very nice. Diane was very responsive to any questions. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018