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LIVE WATER LODGE on Johnson Creek<br>5 Bedrooms sleep 11, 4 1/2 baths

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Entry sitting area with limestone fire place.
RELAX to the sound of running water-spring fed Johnson Creek.
Falling Rock Lodge-4505 Junction Highway
Sit and chill in clear running spring fed Johnson Creek.
Guadalupe Bass fishing, swimming & relaxing away from the crowds.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 16371.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Ingram, TX
  • Stonehenge II
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Peterson Regional Medical Center
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Schreiner University
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

3 Single Beds

Garage apartment

1 Double Futon

Master 1

1 King Bed

Master 2

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bath #3

Toilet

Bath #4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bunkhouse

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath #1

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath #2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

LIVE WATER LODGE on Johnson Creek<br>5 Bedrooms sleep 11, 4 1/2 baths

EXCLUSIVE WATERFRONT HOME
5 BEDROOM - 4.5 BATH HOME (SLEEPS 11+) in the beautiful Texas Hill Country on the bank of Johnson Creek. PRIVATE gated property provides the comforts of home while relaxing under the stars and enjoying the big Texas sky. LARGE open living room and GOURMET KITCHEN make entertaining family and friends a breeze. Wrap around rock patio with GAS GRILL for family cookouts. FIRE PIT of native rock on the hillside overlooks Johnson Creek with built in seating . Large majestic pecan and oak trees shade the property.

Johnson Creek flows into the Guadalupe River and is spring fed, clear and flowing, with easy access to swim, fish, kayak, float or just sit and relax away from the crowds.

Less than 10 minutes to the Guadalupe River.

Saltillo tile floors in common areas. Granite counters and large eat-in island in the gourmet kitchen. Includes double oven, large refrigerator, electric cook top and built-in counter ice machine. Fully furnished with dishes and utensils. Crystal glassware and China available too. Hand scraped rustic dining table seats 12. Vaulted 24 foot ceilings with wood beams and a native rock wood burning fire place give the home the warm feel of a resort lodge. In the living room are all leather sofa, recliners and chair, a 65” flat screen TV, and indoor and outdoor airplay built-in speakers that allow guests to personalize their stay with their own play lists.

Windows that are floor to ceiling provide an open and panoramic view of the water and nature that make every one say, “Wow! What a view.” White tail, axis and red deer, blackbuck antelope, albino water buffalo, wild turkey, tobiano paint horses and wild birds can all be seen from inside the home.

Kari and Jake Short welcome you to sit deep and stay long as you relax in our Hill Country Lodge at Falling Rock.


Property manager

Jake Short
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 1:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
3 pull out beds for kids
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
During Eclipse 4/8/24 no additional unpaid guests.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
There’s plenty of outdoor space. Pickup your butts
During Eclipse 4/8/24 additional guest fee $1000/each per night of reservation

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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Ingram

Located in Ingram, this holiday home is on a river. Kathleen Cook Art Studio and Hill Country Arts Foundation are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bella Luz and H.E.B. Municipal Tennis Center. Consider Inn Conference Center for a night out or Riverside Nature Center if you're travelling with kids. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ingram, TX

What's nearby

  • Hill Country Arts Foundation - 9 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Stonehenge II - 9 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Louise Hays City Park - 16 min drive - 20.0 km
  • Peterson Regional Medical Center - 18 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Schreiner University - 19 min drive - 21.6 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hunt Store - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Hunter House Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Ole Ingram Social - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪River Cafe - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does LIVE WATER LODGE on Johnson Creek<br>5 Bedrooms sleep 11, 4 1/2 baths have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is LIVE WATER LODGE on Johnson Creek<br>5 Bedrooms sleep 11, 4 1/2 baths pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at LIVE WATER LODGE on Johnson Creek<br>5 Bedrooms sleep 11, 4 1/2 baths?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LIVE WATER LODGE on Johnson Creek<br>5 Bedrooms sleep 11, 4 1/2 baths?

Checkout is at 1:00 PM.

Where is LIVE WATER LODGE on Johnson Creek<br>5 Bedrooms sleep 11, 4 1/2 baths located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Kathleen Cook Art Studio, Hill Country Arts Foundation and Copper Cactus. Riverside Nature Center and Guadalupe River are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Time Place

We loved everything about this place, view, river, and would come back
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice House/Great View

House was as described and had great views. Thx.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon A., texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family fun

Great location just outside of town. Super property. We had kids from 1 to 14, 2 sets of parents, and one grandparent (and two dogs). Everyone had a great time playing in and around the creek and sitting around the fire. Dogs loved exploring. House is well laid out and very accommodating. Easy communications with owner before and during stay. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nothing short of Amazing!

Jake's property is phenomenal! It's extremely spacious, clean, and is located on a beautiful creek. Jake was very accommodating and responsive. He even brought us more firewood each night. Hats off to Jake and his property. We'll definitely look to book this again next year! 5 out of 5 all the way!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved the Lodge

Great space for family and friends to gather. Host was extremely accommodating. We will visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving at the Lodge

The Lodge on Johnson Creek is a wonderful property for family or group gatherings. The accommodations are top notch. My family has spent two Thanksgivings there and each time it was a great experience. The setting is gorgeous, there is ample room for everyone, and the kitchen & great room is perfect. Highest recommendation!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Glenda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

Loved the house and river, need a rail around the right sidewalk of the patio, that step is a big one. But beside that it was great and would stayt there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dusti G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

This is our second time staying here and just as last year it was wonderful! Such a great experience and a beautiful property! Everything was so easy from checking in and checking out was so simple! We will for sure be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

PABLO C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Getaway

I was a bit nervous at first, but as soon as we drove up to the home we were blown away by the beauty of it. The outdoors was fantastic. Entering the home, was clean and open concept with enough room for all 11 travelers to be together at the same time, but not crowded. We had general questions and Jake responded quickly, he even went out to check the golf cart. We chatted and he’s a great guy! I can go on and on about how great the property and home was. Our family made great memories, and they are already making plans to visit the same home in a few months!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Annual family trip

Beautiful property with every possible amenity! One of our best vrbo experiences to date!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic getaway

We had a great time with our family ( seven adults and a baby). There was plenty of room to relax and play. The water water was cool respite from the summer heat. And the hosts made sure all was right.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allison R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous home and property

We had a great weekend and enjoyed this gem in the hill country. We plan to return for future family gatherings!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H., Houston

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

Wonderful property! Owner answered all my questions and then some! We had a great visit!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Jackie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

R&R down by the running Johnson Creek

Our family thoroughly enjoyed the home with all the big windows looking out onto the beautiful hills/valleys surrounding the location with Johnson creek running along backside of the property. The golf cart was a necessary bonus that we used to carry young & old alike around the property. Overall we really enjoyed our stay. But I would like to express to the property manager and/or owner that they severely need to replace mattresses on king sized bed in master. My husband & I experienced severe sleep deprivation sleeping on those mattresses. On the right side of mattress it was like it had seperated and had a deep hole. The left side of mattress was like sleeping on the side of a hill & almost drove me to go sleep on the couch. The trundle bed mattress in room with 3 twin beds also needs to be replaced due to it’s so soft there is no support. The fold out couch hideabed in the game room “Might” be okay for young kids, but not for adults. The other beds in the home were nice as told by my family. The rock creek side patio was a nice simple pleasure enjoyed by all. Also one of the patio furniture rocker/swivel chairs turned over backwards with me in it, I wasn’t injured. The houses heat/air unit went out the day before we got there & there were loud portable water coolers placed in living area and master bedroom which was a little disappointing. I believe this home could be a much desired property with investments listed above. We considered staying another night because of the beautiful eye appealing scenery surrounding the home, but couldn’t fathom spending another sleepless night on above mentioned mattresses. I’m sure that your return guest numbers would be increased with suggestioned upgrades. Sorry we couldn’t give better review, don’t take it personal, I’m being honest in effort to help you realize potential lost for return guests.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Special location for family reunion

this property is a great spot for relaxing among beautiful scenery in the Hill Country. Great kitchen for cooking and large family room. The fire pit is awesome, too! We enjoyed it thoroughly!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Weekend

We had a great stay for our family reunion weekend. It is a beautiful property and wonderful rooms, bathrooms, amenities. Wonderful place.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary M., Austin, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just fabulous!

Property was georgious! Spacious and very accommodating. No detail was over looked. Can’t say enough complementey things. Just great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Toni D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Amazing

I don’t even have words for this place. It was absolutely amazing …. Our only regret is that we did not have more time. Perfect for a large family, book club, retreat or anything. Everything you need is there. Our book club had a blast! We are coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dusti G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Womens ministry retreat

We stayed here for our womens retreat and it was more than we could have ever imagined! The host were so easy to work with and so nice! This property is beautiful and has everything you can ever imagine! There is absolutely no need to leave and go anywhere else! The perfect place for our weekend getaway! We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kambrah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning!

Was the perfect place for our family vacation! Amazing waterfront property. Couldn’t be happier!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Misty W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Private Paradise

Absolutely beautiful and private home on Johnson Creek! Perfect size for 3 families to spend a week together! Our teen kids loved having the bunk house for their own space. Creek was beautiful and great to sit and relax. Will definitely be returning for future trips!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nikul P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect GATEWAY PLACE - Well planned layout

If you are looking to spend a weekend doing nothing, then this is it !! This is one of the best places that we have rented in last several years. A very thought about setup. A perfect gateway place with great outdoor options - Covered patio, fire pit, creek / river in the back, picnic tables, in house sound system, etc. Cannot praise enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

kelsi p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Place

The house was very well cleaned, plenty of room, with beautiful views. Jake the owner was very nice, helpful and flexible with check in/out. Definitely saving this place for the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Jake Short

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Sixth generation Texans, we returned to the Texas Hill Country in 2010 and began raising Spanish Goats and growing a variety of fruit trees. In 2019 we ventured into vacation rentals with 3 cabins in Vanderpool, TX near Lost Maples State Park on our family ranch. Then in 2020 we added Vista Royale, Casita Corta and in 2021 the Lodge at Falling Rock in Mountain Home, Texas.

Why they chose this property

This 4000 +/- sq ft home sits on the banks of Johnson Creek. Shaded by centuries old oak and pecan trees, the rock patio provides a shaded and breezy place to sit and relax.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests