River Bend Lodge Vacation Rentals — Hotel in Davis

I wanted a fancy-camping getaway that was Covid-safe, safe for a woman traveling alone, and no more than 4-5 hours from home. Having been back and forth between Kansas and Austin on I-35 for decades, I had never stopped to explore Turner Falls and the Arbuckle mountains, so I started my Google search from there. I'm so very glad I did, and that I chose River Bend Lodge's Tree House! The land is gorgeous and had everything I love most all in one place: forests of trees, wide open prairie grass meadows, mountains, a river, and trains! No highway noise in the background; only the sounds of nature and the occasional train, which I've always found soothing. The Tree House was neat as a pin, so simply and beautifully built, comfy and homey without the clutter and fuss of excessive knick-knacks and decorations. I spent one day just hiking around the property. The next day, it was a quick drive over to hike around Turner Falls (gorgeous) and to drive through the Arbuckle Wilderness Park (a delight - buy lots of food and enjoy feeding the animals). The last day, it was an easy drive to explore the Chickasaw National Park (huge, with lots to see). Each evening, it was back to the Tree House, sitting by the campfire and watching the moon rise over the hills, then relaxing in the luxurious bubble tub. I was glad to be able to bring my own food to cook for myself, and though I was prepared with my usual camp-kitchen basics, the Tree House kitchen had everything I needed. I'll definitely...

My wife and I enjoyed our 2 night stay at the Treehouse. it was the perfect way to spend our 25th anniversary. The location near the Washita River provided a great view of a railroad crossed hillside in the distance and gorgeous sunsets with geese softly honking in the distance as they flew over. The elevated cabin is tucked away from view from the 3 other cabins on the property for a nice secluded feel. I was impressed with the combination of steel frame and wood construction. the two materials are tied together very well. Inside, the accommodations were cozy yet plentiful. We enjoyed the jetted tub and spacious shower after a long hot day hiking. The wood cabin interior has beautiful wood trusses that were wonderful to stare at while laying on the soft king size bed. Outside, there is plenty of deck space with multiple seating areas to choose from and just be alone with nature. Our stay was relaxing and reinvigorating, calming and energizing. This will be our 1st choice when we return to visit the...

Here's the things about the River Bend Lodge. I wanted to like it so much! I saw the reviews, did all my research and headed out with my family mid-week in the early Fall for some fun. We had the place to ourselves for 2 whole days...though you wouldn't know that by how we were approached by the owner. Robert HATED that we arrived just prior to their stated 4pm time. But Robert didn't have a crying baby in the back of the car. He didn't even let me get out of my car before he approached me with the issue. Another thing, you pay $300 per night and there is not one once of soap, shampoo or conditioner. Here it was...this enormous shower that we never set foot in. What there was plenty of was signs and rules. MY GOODNESS. Finally, my wife left her North Face jacket on the rack downstairs. I contacted Robert multiple times requesting him to look for it. CRICKETS. I cannot recommend this place and will...