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Guest suite in Buchanan Dam
Ranchette Suite; small lake view; beach access
Right across the street from Black Rock State Park and beach/lake access with kayak and paddleboard rentals! This is a great place and super convenient walk from the Suite. Small lake view (we will be trimming some trees to make it better from the outdoor entrance small patio). High end Suite that sleeps 2-4 comfortably with full kitchenette stocked for making a basic meal (fridge, microwave, mini oven/stove, pots/pans) kitchenware. 50'' RokuTV w fast WIFI & dedicated workspace / dining area!
$76 per night
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Cottage in Burnet
Cottage & Covered Dock/Boat Lift on Lake Buchanan
* 5/12/23. Lake Buchanan water level is extremely low. Currently, the dock is dry. The water is about 15 feet from end of the dock. Our cottage is located on Lake Buchanan, close to mountain biking at Reveille Peak Ranch and Spider Mountain Bike Park. Along with the cottage, there is a large covered dock to swim or fish off of. Kayaks are also available for your use. Ask about availability of the boat lift or double jet ski lift. A hot tub and fire pit are also located by the water.
$206 per night
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Cabin in Burnet
LBJ lakefrnt view stuns. More waterfowl than boats
Private, just an hour from Austin. TNL & Perrissos wineries, Longhorn Caverns, Inks Lake SP close by. Amazing wildflowers this year! For => 4 day stays, we’ll pick up your pre-ordered HEB groceries and stock the kitchen for you, gratis! Spoil yourself, you deserve it! Renovated 1950 a-frame fronts Lake LBJ & has a stunning view of nature & wildlife. Granite boulders discourages fast moving watercraft. Canoe, SUP, floats, & fish gear provided Fastest internet in the area.
$183 per night
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Lake houses in Lake Buchanan

Home in Cottonwood Shores
BRAND NEW HOUSE * Lakewood Retreat * Quiet getaway
$184 per night
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Home in Burnet
Renovated 2BR Lakefront Dog Friendly | Dock
$295 per night
Home in Buchanan Dam
Waterfront on Lake Buchanan *Hot Tub*Dog Friendly*
$304 per night
Home in Buchanan Dam
Private Home | Pickleball Court Coming Soon
$464 per night
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Home in Burnet
SpiderMountain-2Bed/2Bath-Hottub-Gameroom.
$229 per night
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Home in Burnet
Waterfront-Best Views on Lake-Brand New HUGE Dock!
$450 per night
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Home in Kingsland
Waterfront, 2 boat slips, pool (heated optional).
$535 per night
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Home in Burnet
Sans Souci on Lake LBJ
$154 per night
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Home in Kingsland
Waterfront House on Canal w/Pool - Lake LBJ Access
$583 per night
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Home in Burnet
Cottage at Lake Buchanan, Hill Country Getaway
$169 per night
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Home in Burnet
2BR Lakefront | Balcony | Firepit | W/D
$245 per night
Home in Kingsland
Retro Lakehouse - A Touch of Cabo Vacation Lakefront Rental
$217 per night
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Lake Buchanan house rentals

Home in Bluffton
Lake Buchanan Island Hideaway w/ Private Beach!
$269 per night
Home in Round Mountain
Hill Country Hammock House
$335 per night
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Home in Fredericksburg
Jumping Goat Ranch-Cashmere, Amazing Views!
$200 per night
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Home in Burnet
Lakeview Lodge on Spider Mountain
$257 per night
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Home in Burnet
Lake Buchanan Escape | Burnet TX
$105 per night
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Home in Burnet
Eagles Nest At Spider Mountain with Hot Tub
$168 per night
Home in Fredericksburg
Wine country stay, private courtyard - The Cora
$122 per night
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Home in Burnet
Stunning 3BR Lakeview | Private Pool | Hot Tub
$411 per night
Home in Burnet
Lakefront Escape w/ Game Room & Private Beach
$230 per night
Home in Tow
Pet-Friendly Buchanan Lake Vacation Rental!
$131 per night
Home in Burnet
Lake Buchanan Cabin Getaway Spider Mt. / Lake
$90 per night
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Home in Kingsland
*New Listing* Independence Point | Covered Patio
$206 per night

Lake Buchanan waterfront vacation rentals

Cottage in Tow
Quiet Peaceful Lakefront Cottage.
$130 per night
Cabin in Burnet
Historic 1BR Lakefront | Patio | Firepit | W/D
$224 per night
Cabin in Burnet
A-framed waterfront cabin with private deck
$284 per night
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Hotel room in Bluffton
Oasis Lake Buchanan Cabin 6
$146 per night
Guesthouse in Cottonwood Shores
Rainbow House II On The Lake w/Kayaks and Firepit
$219 per night
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Cottage in Burnet
Cozy Bunkhouse w/dock, deep water, dog-friendly
$247 per night
Cabin in Tow
Rose @ TX Hills RV Haven on Lake Buchanan
$125 per night
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Hotel room in Burnet
Charming Lakeside Room On Lake Buchanan!
$148 per night
Hotel room in Bluffton
Oasis Lake Buchanan Cabin 5
$141 per night
Tiny home in Burnet
Charming 1-Bdrm Tiny Home- HOT TUB*SUPs*KAYAK
$110 per night
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Tiny home in Kingsland
Tumbleweed Tiny Home on Gorgeous Private Lake
$134 per night
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Camper/RV in Burnet
Waterfront Jayco RV on Lake Buchanan!
$172 per night

Your guide to Lake Buchanan

All About Lake Buchanan

Created in 1939 with the building of the Buchanan Dam on the Colorado River in Texas Hill Country, Lake Buchanan is a reservoir in Texas located 60 miles northwest of the capital Austin and 95 miles north of San Antonio. It is the first and one of the largest of the Texas Highland Lakes at thirty miles long and just under five miles wide. Visitors are drawn to the area for its extensive 124 miles of shoreline, making it an excellent destination for recreational boaters, fishing fans, and seekers of other leisure activities. The lake sits over 1,000 feet above sea level and the Colorado River flowing into Lake Buchanan winds its way through pristine undeveloped ranch land. There are also four unique waterfalls and cliffs where bald eagles soar high above you. Granite gravel shores along portions of the lake also provide peaceful spots for swimming, observing nature, or just relaxing in peaceful surroundings.


When is the best time to stay in a vacation rental in Lake Buchanan?

The best time to visit Lake Buchanan is in the spring and fall, when temperatures are pleasant and there is limited rainfall. Fishing striped bass, the primary activity on the lake, is also best in the spring and the fall. Summer is quite hot, with the highest average temperatures almost hitting the 100 mark Farenheit in July. Despite the heat, locals enjoy summer events such as concerts, boat races on the lake, and local art shows without too much regard for a little sweat here and there. Winter months are temperate, with lows not daring to go below the 50 mark even in January.


What are the top things to do in Lake Buchanan?

Fishing on the Lake

Fishing for striped bass is the most popular activity on the lake, and there are a number of tours and rental boats available. You will need a Texas Parks and Wildlife fishing license, which can easily be purchased online for a small fee. Most boat tours will offer equipment, ice chests and will even clean your fish for you before you head back to your cabin in Lake Buchanan.

Texas Hill Country Wineries

Take a tour of the Texas Hill Country wine trail. Although Texas isn’t necessarily known for its wines, there are three well-regarded wineries near the lake that are worth the visit. In fact, Texas Wine Country is often compared to California's Napa Valley. The verdant Colorado River Valley and Lake Buchanan provide an excellent environment for growing a variety of grapes, which produce a number of wonderful local wines.

Longhorn Cavern State Park

Developed in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), the park’s star attraction is Longhorn Cavern, an underground wonder created by the dissolving and cutting action of an ancient river. Descend 130 feet below the surface, following the path of an ancient underground riverbed through room after room of geological wonders. Take a guided cave tour, hike a Hill Country trail, and admire some of Texas’ best examples of historic CCC architecture.

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