A rare opportunity to own a truly exceptional Frio Canyon retreat, offered fully furnished and turnkey. Beautifully remodeled and shaded by huge mature trees, this remarkable property encompasses both sides of the crystal-clear Cold Springs as well as the Frio River, creating a breathtaking setting unlike anything else in the area. With private river access, a hot tub, and a deck overlooking the water, this property is perfectly suited as a continued short-term rental, private second home, or full-time residence. Conveniently located just 3 minutes from Garner State Park and 12 minutes from Leakey and Concan, the home combines peaceful seclusion with easy access to area attractions. Inside, the inviting layout includes 3 bedrooms, 2 bathroom, a loft reading space, spacious living area, and open kitchen and dining area designed for gathering and relaxing. A new survey is available, along with documented short-term rental history, making this an outstanding turnkey investment in the heart of the Texas Hill Country.
For sale
$885,000
12 Cold Springs River Drive, Rio Frio, TX 78879
3beds
1,386sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1990
0.33 Acres Lot
$829,600 Zestimate®
$639/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Loft reading spaceHot tubPrivate river accessBeautifully remodeledInviting layoutDeck overlooking the water
- 101 days |
- 93 |
- 3 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Shannon Richardson TREC #681114 (210) 288-1971,
Keller Williams City-View
Source: LERA MLS,MLS#: 1949739
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 10 x 9
Bedroom 2
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shower Only
- Area: 50
- Dimensions: 10 x 5
Dining room
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 15 x 14
Kitchen
- Area: 224
- Dimensions: 16 x 14
Living room
- Area: 204
- Dimensions: 17 x 12
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Washer, Dryer, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Cooktop, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Connection
Features
- One Living Area, Kitchen Island, Utility Room Inside, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, High Speed Internet, Master Downstairs, Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier
- Flooring: Laminate
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: One, Living Room
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,386 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: None, One Car Carport
- Carport spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: First Floor Bath, Full Bath/Bed on 1st Flr, First Floor Bedroom
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Covered
- Exterior features: Barbecue
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: County VIew
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, River Front, Improved Water Front, Water Access, Water Front Improved
Lot
- Size: 0.33 Acres
- Features: 1/4 - 1/2 Acre, Sloped, Level
- Residential vegetation: Mature Trees, Mature Trees (ext feat)
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 26152
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Pre-Owned
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1990
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Bandera Elec
- Gas: N/A
- Sewer: Septic, Septic
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: Cold Springs
Location
- Region: Rio Frio
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $639/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $6,192
- Price range: $885K - $885K
- Date on market: 3/18/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 101 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,VA Loan,Cash
Estimated market value
$829,600
$788,000 - $871,000
$1,456/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $885,000$639/sqft |
Source:  LERA MLS #1949739 Report a problem | ||
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 78879
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GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Leakey SchoolGrades: PK-12Distance: 4.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Leakey
- Middle: Leakey
- High: Leakey
- District: Leakey Isd
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