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Backbone Vista Cabin I Hot tub I Views

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4920 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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San Marcos, TX
  • Canyon Park
    13 min drive
  • Canyon Lake
    15 min drive
  • Canyon Lake Marina
    16 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Canyon Lake

Located in Canyon Lake, this cabin is in a rural location, within a 15-minute drive of Central Texas Bonsai Exhibit at Jade Gardens and Canyon Park. .This cabin is 18.5 mi (29.8 km) from San Marcos Premium Outlets and 14.2 mi (22.9 km) from Texas State University.

What's nearby

  • The Island - 14 min drive - 9.1 miles
  • Blue Hole Regional Park - 14 min drive - 9.4 miles
  • Canyon Lake - 15 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Canyon Lake Marina - 16 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Whitewater Amphitheatre - 20 min drive - 11.9 miles

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 25 min drive
  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Canyon City Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Granny D's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Dam Red Barn - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Italian Garden Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Guadalajara - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Backbone Vista Cabin I Hot tub I Views

W.O.R.D Permit- L1350

Escape to the unspoiled serenity of the Hill Country at Backbone Vista Cabin, a romantic 2-bedroom authentic log cabin with a Texas style view! Enjoy the peace and quiet of the great outdoors, breathtaking sunsets, starry nights, and an array of wildlife, including deer, turkeys, birds, and the occasional fox. The cabin is located in a secluded location and provides an ideal getaway for a romantic couples hideaway or a small family escape. Relax in the hot tub and drink in the picturesque views or explore the 6 acres of hill country scape surrounding the property. With its beautiful views and peaceful setting, Backbone Vista is the perfect place to find seclusion and relaxation in the San Marcos/Canyon Lake/Wimberley area.

Backbone Vista features two tranquil bedrooms, one with a King bed and one with a queen bed, comfortable linens, spectacular views, and access to the upper or lower deck. The first bedroom located on the main level just off the living space offers a romantic retreat. Surrounded by log walls and pops of earth tones, ensuring a peaceful night's sleep. A second room on the upper level boasts high ceilings, a sitting area, and a private balcony with spectacular views. Guests will find a perfect space to enjoy a morning cup of coffee or a romantic evening stargazing with a favorite beverage.

Find a celebration of rustic charm in the open living and kitchen space. With rich color, and an excellent use of texture giving the space a rich Texan feel. Cowhide, leather, and metal make for a welcoming and comfortable space. The kitchen offers all the necessities to cook up favorite meals. A propane grill can also be found outdoors for those that enjoy a hearty steak or veggie kabobs. Choose to dine at the charming table just off the living area or outdoors on the deck and drink in the picturesque views.

Revel in the outdoor space with stunning hill country views off the back deck. With a lovely upper and lower deck, entertaining will be effortless with Texas size sunsets. Enjoy multiple outdoor gathering areas, equipped with dining and comfortable seating, grill favorites on the propane grill. Spend an evening under the stars relaxing in the hot tub.

Conveniently located only minutes from Wimberley Square, spend the day browsing the darling shops, dining in the delicious restaurants, or touring local wineries, and breweries. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy Jacobs Well and Blue Hole Regional Park for swimming, kayaking, and hiking trails. The legendary Devil’s Backbone Pub is always a lot of fun.

Looking for an outing for the day? Take a drive to Canyon Lake and rent a boat or jet skis for a fun afternoon on the water. Check out the music calendar at Whitewater Amphitheater for an outdoor concert! Explore New Braunfels and Gruene and enjoy fabulous restaurants and live music. A day of tubing, kayaking, and rafting on the Guadalupe River is always fun. Families and children will especially love Schlitterbahn Water Park and Landa Park. Visit the over 240 shops at the San Marcos Outlet for an endless day of shopping.

Blanco has several popular attractions for outdoorsmen, historians, and foodies. Blanco State Park offers fishing, swimming, and hiking. For those interested in the historical Old West, The Buggy Barn has over 140 covered wagons. Real Ale Brewing Company offers guided tours and a taproom tasting experience.

**The health and safety of our guests is paramount. Cleanliness is always our top priority. We offer a 24-hour guest service contact number for emergencies and messages will be answered promptly. Arrive after 4:00 pm when it is convenient for you for an easy and contactless check-in.

*Please note – Rates are based on the number of guests entered in the reservation quote – any additional guests may incur additional charges. The occupancy listed is the max occupancy this property can accommodate.

*NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features exterior security cameras on the exterior of the home. They do not look into interior spaces*
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a spa tub or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property manager

Hill Country Premier Lodging

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 920 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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 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

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Backbone Vista Cabin I Hot tub I Views Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 32 reviews" "
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9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Zack L.

Great view
Pros: amazing view, property management company was kind and helpful on the phone Cons: not so clean, getting hot tub working took some doing/waiting to get in contact with property management rep
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Darla H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful getaway
Cozy, authentic log cabin, with first and second floor balconies overlooking an amazing hill country vista. Comfortable bed in the downstairs bedroom, with door to back porch. Would return just for the view and to watch the sunset and stars come out.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Tatiana S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Some updates are needed
The view was amazing! It was cozy and relaxing. The hot tub is very old and no longer had markings for any of the dials and buttons. We tried to use it but we only figured out how to turn the jets on, it never got hot so we werent able to enjoy it. Also, the stove was outdated and the markings for the oven were no longer there so we had to guess for anything we cooked. Other than those things we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mischa L., Joshua

Disliked: Cleanliness
What a breathtaking view❤️
Thank you for sharing your home, the pictures do not do the spectacular view justice😍 My only suggestion would be to hire another cleaning company, or don’t charge such a high rate for a service that was not done.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Bryce B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing experience
The bathroom and tub needed a remodel 20 yrs ago but other than that everything was good. The view is as advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary
My wife and absolutely loved our stay. It was wonderful to get away from the busyness of life and slow down for a couple days. We loved the location, secluded yet close to things to do. We would stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jacob & Tanya W.

Great Stay & Views
Nice getaway and the views are awesome. The only drawback was cleaniness around bathroom & kitchen sinks, closet floors could have been better.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Chris W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Get away not so good
As arrived on Friday hot tub was broke, after two voicemails and multiple emails no one ever called back. Will never deal with this property management company again. They are terrible and will never recommend anyone to stay in any of these properties managed by them. We have to pay a cleaning fee when it was dirty when we arrived. Not happy and never wanted to make it right either just an apologies that's it....
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Haley W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
My friend and I rented the house for a long weekend away and it was perfect. The views were great and it was a great place to reset and recharge. It was only a 15 minute drive to Wimberley where we spent most of our time.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin B., Fort Worth

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Cabin
My husband and I enjoyed our stay here. Everything is as listed, making for a perfect stay without any surprises!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beau H., League City, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Peaceful Get-Away
This is exactly what we (my wife and I) needed: peace, no rooftops, no neighbors, very little to no noise, greenery, natural landscape, and a perfectly cozy, comfy, country interior that met all of our needs. We'll be back very soon, I hope.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dustin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place for a getaway!
Property was well maintained and absolutely beautiful inside and out. The view was breathtaking both from the upper balcony and the first floor balcony would definitely stay here again and look forward to staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Allison C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place
Overall: property was great! My sister and I had a great time and loved the location. Quiet area with great view. Did not like the late check in and early check out times. Kitchen is a bit outdated but other than those things we had a great experience Pros: Loved the property and the location- it seems like you’re out in the middle of nowhere but still close to civilization. The view is definitely downplayed in the description and photos- it’s absolutely amazing. The hosts are great communicators during our stay and helpful with the property. Cons: very late check-in and very early check-out times with little flexibility. I contacted the host a month before our dates to request an earlier check-in time but was told they could not accommodate so early in advance, that we would need to contact them in the afternoon day of arrival to see if cleaning was complete to arrive early. When I checked in with the host in the afternoon day of arrival we were told at 2:30pm the cabin was ready (1.5 hrs early) however since the cabin is far out it gave us little wiggle room to make it out early. Also tried to arrange late check out however we were told that we needed to leave at 10 am (reg checkout time) so that they could get ready for the next guest (assuming to arrive at regular arrival time of 4pm). Kitchen is outdated- particularly the stove. One burner doesn’t work and the writing on knobs that control the temperature of the oven are worn off but we made it work
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julio A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Getaway
Everything was great! We stayed here for our anniversary. This location is very peaceful & the cabin was perfect! It was clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
The cabin is small but just perfect for a couple's getaway. Was very clean and check in and out was easy. We did have an issue with the hot tub but I contacted the owner and they helped us right away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Holly H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Older cabin
It is an older cabin with very squeaky floors, nice view excpet it was horribly cloudy the whole time we were there. Hot tub was hard to figure out but we got it to work. The only bathroom is downstairs from the master and the stairs are steep. It was a nice quiet anniversary weekend for us for sure. Also its down a 3 mile dirt road which is very bumpy
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christi G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome weekend getaway!
I booked this trip for my boyfriend’s birthday. We had an amazing time!! Everything at this cabin was great!!! Great customer service from the rental agency. Just be prepared to be in the country, the road isn’t paved and it’s bouncy. But the cabin is worth it!! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean cabin with an incredible view!
You are paying for the view and it's an awesome view! Close to Wimberly which is nice. The house was very clean which we loved but definitely is not luxurious. If we rented again, we would bring a couple camp chairs because the wooden chairs on the deck were uncomfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Sunsets
Beautiful sunsets in Hill Country. Close to the charming town of Wimberly. We enjoyed the hot tub and watching movies with our kids. The oven is old and the knobs don't work properly, but that's our only complaint.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

alyssia r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a fun cabin vibe
i do not typically stay in places that are seemingly in the middle of nowhere but i would do it again and again at this property. it was cozy, the property management was so helpful when it came to operating the jacuzzi. THE VIEW was my favorite part!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mason B.

Liked: Cleanliness
10 year anniversary.
Absolutely amazing!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Tim H., Brazoria Tx.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
The views are so amazing. The house is just perfect for two people to get away from it all with complete privacy. Will definitely be back. Just a couple of things need attention. Only one control works on the hot tub works. Instructions would be nice to show how to heat it up. Also ceiling fans in the living room need to be replaced. One does not work and the other only works in reverse only. Other than that the place was awesome. Oh.. we had a grey fox visit nightly.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Branndon F.

Liked: Cleanliness
A view with a room!
Quaint and subtle explodes into a view of serenity. Copious kitchen amenities ensures everything youd like to cook is possible. A/C can freeze you if you arent judicious with its use. Ample couch space to enjoy the football game is afforded. Be careful to wear shoes as some nails on the decking can peirce your feet. The hot tub is soothing and sufficient. It is a private space with an observation deck above the treeline so bring your telescope. Wimberly is 12 minutes away. Sunsets are majestic here and we are blessed to have stayed.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Renter
Property was great and exactly as described in Vrbo. Enjoyed star gazing sitting in the hot tub. Would definitely return to this location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023