Whether your much needed vacation is a celebration or just an excuse to get away, there are plenty of options within driving distance of San Antonio to take a quick trip and decompress. There are a number of cabins, casitas, cottages, and cozy getaways for you, your spouse, your kids and/or your dog to lay by the lake and relax.
Guests can visit wineries, float the river, and relax at Casa Carmen, a cozy Spanish Bungalow getaway in Kerrville. The property is pet friendly, but requires pre-approval.
Cabin on Canyon Lake on 0.8 acres with a lake view.
This cabin on Canyon Lake has a beautiful lake view that can be enjoyed in the water or afar from the screened-in porch. There is a fire pit and grill for barbecuing, and just minutes away from the marina and Overlook Park. No pets allowed.
Moondance Cabin at Abundance Retreat
A relaxing and quiet getaway in Wimberley that is in walking distance to Wimberley Square. The Moondance Cabin is one of two cozy spots at Abundance Retreat located on Cypress Creek. Pet friendly.
Casa Topo near Lakehills has private access to the Medina River
Casa Topo is a riverfront home in Sparrow Bend River Retreat near Lakehills. The property includes a private 300-yard stretch of the Medina River. Pet friendly.
The Casita at Madrona Ranch
The cozy casita at Madrona Ranch is a 14-acre waterfront property overlooking Red Bluff Creek and close to Boerne and Pipe Creek. Pet friendly.
This cabin is on the Guadalupe River
This riverside cabin on the Guadalupe River offers guests a relaxing getaway perfect for summer. The property's riverfront access is perfect for fishing, tubing and kayaking and comes with tubes, a paddleboard, and yard games. No pets allowed.
Tree House in walking distance from Lake McQueeney
This cozy house is nestled 14-feet in the air between two pecan trees in walking distance to Lake McQueeney. Pets allowed under 50 lbs.
A lake house that is literally steps away from Lake Lyndon B. Johnson with docks for those who wish to rent set skis or a boat for a weekend getaway. Pets allowed.
The most unique spot on the list is nestled in Odonata Escape near Fredericksburg. This retro chic container room pays homage to the 60's, offers a cozy retreat for two, is five minutes from Main Street, and less than 10 minutes from Fredericksburg Wine Road 290. Pet friendly.