--- title: "Family Cabins & Glamping Near Austin, TX | Son's Rio Cibolo" description: "Waterfront cabins, safari cabins, glamping cabins & bell tents 1 hour south of Austin via 130. Spring-fed Cibolo Creek, kayaks, heated pool. From $49/night." lang: en json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "LodgingBusiness", "name": "Son's Rio Cibolo", "description": "Family cabins, glamping cabins, and bell tents about 1 hour south of Austin on the spring-fed Cibolo Creek in Marion, TX. Kayak & Paddleboard Wristbands ($19.99/person), fire pits, heated pool. 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Family Cabins Near Austin ![Family cabins near Austin on the spring-fed Cibolo Creek at Son's Rio Cibolo](/assets/hero-riverfront-cabins-C2aWQ3jA.webp) # Family Cabins & Glamping Near Austin — Hill Country Creek 1 Hour South Waterfront cabins, safari cabins, glamping & bell tents on a spring-fed creek. An easy 1 hr drive south of Austin via SH-130 — no Hwy 290 weekend crawl. Check Availability & Pricing 100+ Acres on Cibolo Creek ~1 Hr South of Austin Open Year-Round for Families 1,000+ 5-Star Reviews ## Austin's Best-Kept Hill Country Secret — Cheaper, Closer, and Way Less Crowded Every Austin weekender knows the drill: Wimberley's parking lot is full by 10 AM, Fredericksburg is packed with wedding buses, and the Frio is a 3-hour drive west. Almost nobody outside the family knows about Cibolo Creek — and that's exactly why it works. Calmer water, smaller crowds, lower prices, about an hour south of Austin on SH-130 to I-10 East. No 290 weekend crawl, no I-35 nightmare. Grab groceries at the H-E-B in San Marcos or Seguin on the way down, roll onto 100 private acres, and let the kids loose on a spring-fed creek. Natural Bridge Caverns, Six Flags Fiesta Texas, SeaWorld, and the San Antonio Riverwalk are all a short drive from the cabin door — an Austin weekend that feels like a full Texas vacation. ## Pick the Stay That Fits Your Austin Crew From spacious waterfront cabins to bell tent glamping — every stay includes pools, hot tubs, kayaks, game room, and full run of 100 acres. Brand New ![Waterfront Cabins near Austin — photo 5](/assets/waterfront-cabin-10-eA6rfoUp.webp) ![Waterfront Cabins near Austin — photo 1](/assets/waterfront-cabin-row-deck-BstqebfU.webp) ![Waterfront Cabins near Austin — photo 2](/assets/family-activity-1-BtGRLaMu.webp) ### Waterfront Cabins Sleeps 6 · Full Bathroom · Full Kitchen · Private Deck · Firepit Our newest and most upscale accommodations — private bathrooms, full kitchens, and spacious decks that hang right over the spring-fed Cibolo Creek. From $199/night Summer pricing Learn More Most Popular ![Deluxe Safari Cabins near Austin — photo 5](/assets/safari-cabin-21-Dvk6J47J.webp) ![Deluxe Safari Cabins near Austin — photo 1](/assets/safari-cabin-7-AGOK0YUP.webp) ![Deluxe Safari Cabins near Austin — photo 2](/assets/safari-cabin-11-C9Fd5g2g.webp) ### Deluxe Safari Cabins Sleeps 7 · Full Bathroom · Full Kitchen · Large Deck · Firepit Our most-booked cabins — spacious inside with 3 full beds and a futon couch, full kitchen and full bathroom, plus a large covered deck where you'll spend most of your time. From $149/night Summer pricing Learn More Best Value ![Glamping Cabins near Austin — photo 5](/assets/glamping-10-CTRrBSnc.webp) ![Glamping Cabins near Austin — photo 1](/assets/glamping-1-CoV8SHPZ.webp) ![Glamping Cabins near Austin — photo 2](/assets/glamping-2-Cdkl9iF7.webp) ### Glamping Cabins Sleeps 4 · Kitchenette · A/C · Fire Pit · Hammock The whole front wall opens to the outdoors — the best of both worlds: cozy inside, connected to nature outside. From $99/night Summer pricing Learn More ![Bell Tents near Austin — photo 5](/assets/bell-tent-8-CLEpsVBM.webp) ![Bell Tents near Austin — photo 1](/assets/bell-tent-riverside-DrC1jGUS.webp) ![Bell Tents near Austin — photo 2](/assets/bell-tent-2-Bwr8ILtZ.webp) ### Bell Tents Sleeps 5 · Furnished · A/C · Fire Pit Real beds, electricity, A/C, and all the resort amenities — but you're sleeping under canvas. We set the whole thing up for you. From $79/night Summer pricing Learn More \* All rentals include water, electricity, firepit, BBQ grill & Picnic Table. Summer pricing shown — rates vary by season. [Book Your Overnight Stay](/book-now?intent=overnight#sons-rio-cibolo) ## A Weekend at Son's Rio Cibolo ### Friday - Check in at 3 PM — unload, settle in - Kids explore the creek while you set up - Fire up the grill at your private firepit - S'mores and stargazing under Hill Country skies ### Saturday - Slow breakfast at the cabin - Kayaking and paddleboarding on Cibolo Creek - Afternoon fishing at the dam - Sunset cookout and campfire stories ### Sunday - Easy morning — coffee on the porch - One more dip in the creek - Quick hike through the trails - Check out by 11 AM or extend your stay with a cabana rental ## Kayaking & Paddleboarding Right Out the Cabin Door No shuttle line like the Comal or Guadalupe, no crowds like the San Marcos. Just 2 miles of calm, spring-fed creek — unlimited all day. ### 2-Mile Paddle Long enough to enjoy, short enough to repeat ### No Shuttle Needed Grab a kayak or paddleboard and go — repeat all day ### Family-Friendly No rapids, little current — safe for all ages ### Unlimited Floats One wristband = unlimited kayaking & paddleboarding all day ## Skip Wimberley Weekend Traffic — Book Direct from Austin Waterfront cabins from $199, deluxe safari cabins from $149, glamping from $99, and bell tents from $49/night. Real dates, real availability. Book Your Overnight Stay ## Things To Do With the Family ![Paddleboards on Cibolo Creek](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Paddleboarding Paddle & explore 2 miles of calm, spring-fed creek. ![Boy fishing on Cibolo Creek](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Fishing Cast a line from the bank or dock — bass and perch in season. ![Kayaking on Cibolo Creek](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Kayaking Kayak our spring-fed creek, double or single kayaks available. ![Hiking trails in the Hill Country](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Hiking Explore 100 acres of trails through live oaks and wildflowers. ![Kids swimming in the creek](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Swimming Shallow wading areas for little ones, deeper pools for bigger kids. ![Campfire at sunset](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Campfires Every cabin has its own firepit — perfect for s'mores and stories. ![Family game room with arcade and pool table](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Game Room Air hockey, pool, foosball, and arcade games — perfect for rainy afternoons or after-dinner fun. ![Hot tub under the stars](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Hot Tubs Soak under the stars in our hot tubs — the perfect way to wind down after a day on the creek. ![Sand volleyball court](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Volleyball Sand volleyball court ready for a match — gather the crew and serve it up. ![Heated swimming pool](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Pool Cool off in our heated swimming pool — open seasonally for guests of all ages. ![Outdoor basketball court](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Basketball Shoot hoops on our outdoor court — bring the family for a friendly pickup game. ![More family activities at Son's Rio Cibolo](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### And More Picnic spots, lawn games, feed the longhorns... with plenty of room to roam — there's always something to discover on 100 acres. ## What Families Get Cabins That Sleep Groups Private Creek Access Kayaking & Paddleboarding On-Site Hammocks, Fire & BBQ Pits at Every Cabin Heated Pools & Hot Tubs ~1 Hr South of Austin ## Location & Getting Here Son's Rio Cibolo sits on over 100 acres along Cibolo Creek in the heart of the Texas Hill Country. Close enough for a quick escape from Austin, far enough to feel like a real vacation. Downtown Austin — 1h 15min South Austin / Buda — 55 min San Marcos — 35 min Round Rock — 1h 30min ## What Families Are Saying "An excellent choice for a weekend getaway. The room was exceptionally clean, comfortable, and well maintained. The game room was organized and offered a wide variety." — Ruchi Shukla Verified Google review · 3 months ago "This place is amazing. We stayed in a waterfront cabin. Place was well cleaned up — clean towels, blankets and sheets. Sleeps a whole family of 6. Property is well cleaned up as well as the game room. Highly recommend this place." — Jesse Cantu Verified Google review · 5 months ago "A fun get away with family and friends. The cabins are clean and well equipped. Good place to rest after a full day of activities. They have lot of fun options like kayaks, game room." — Abdul Majeed Sultan Verified Google review · 4 months ago ## Just Doing a Day Trip From Austin? Reserve a creekside cabana or covered picnic table for the day, or grab a Kayak & Paddleboard Wristband ($19.99/person) — no overnight stay required. Overnight guests get 25% off day rentals. [See Day Rental Options](/day-rentals) ![Son's Rio Cibolo — Family Cabins & Glamping Near Austin](https://img.youtube.com/vi/tMQPQIwO0Sg/maxresdefault.jpg) ## Frequently Asked Questions ### How long is the drive from Austin? ### How is it different from Wimberley, Fredericksburg, or the Frio? ### What's the creek like compared to the Blanco or Pedernales? ### What overnight options are there and what do they cost? ### Are cabins kid-friendly? ### Do you allow pets? ### Where do Austin guests grocery shop on the way? ## The Easier Hill Country Family Trip from Austin Son's Rio Cibolo gives Austin families a quieter, simpler Hill Country getaway than the usual Wimberley or Fredericksburg weekend — about an hour south on SH-130 / I-10. 100 acres, spring-fed Cibolo Creek, unlimited kayaks and paddleboards, heated pool, hot tubs, fire pits, and a game room. Pet-free and smoke-free. 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