View of the River House, Fire-Ring, and Backyard Shore, from the Guadalupe River
Location: New Braunfels, Hill Country, Texas, USA (1/2 Mile to Gruene Histonc District, ON the Guadalupe River)
Accommodations: Country House / Chateau, 7 Bedrooms + Detached Unit, 4.5 Baths (Sleeps 1-28)
Keywords: River House w/Detached Cabin
Walk, paddle, or float to Gruene!
This secluded custom-built Hill Country Home and Cabin are located on a wooded one-acre lot, (1505 Edwards Blvd., New Braunfels 78132), just half a mile upstream from the Historic Gruene District, on a 140-foot span of the Guadalupe Riverbank.
Over 100 feet of deck/patio space are available with the large upstairs deck, and an equally large downstairs patio, both of which overlook the Guadalupe River with an unobstructed view of the opposing riverbank and undeveloped cliffs. The yard is shaded by huge Cypress and Pecan trees, and is perfect for outdoor gatherings, especially with the group seating areas and the large stone fire ring.
The upper level includes two bedrooms, the huge Great Room, and the large fully furnished kitchen. The large Master Bedroom has a private full Bathroom, and will accommodate up to four, with the king-size bed, and two-twin beds in the form of a pop-up trundle. The second upstairs bedroom has a queen-size bed. The Great Room has vast expanses of River Views, and is open to the kitchen containing the shared fireplace. Additionally, two can be accommodated in the Great Room, by using two large sofas as sleepers.
The downstairs has three bedrooms. two of the bedrooms will accommodate up to three, each with a king-size bed and a pop-up trundle. These also have private full bathrooms, and sweeping views of the River. The center downstairs bedroom will accommodate up to four, with two bunk beds, and two twin beds with the pop-up trundle.
The detached Rustic Cabin can accommodate two, with a king-size bed and a private full bathroom. The cabin also has it's own private deck.
The property can easily accommodate five couples in private bedrooms, and can accommodate an additional 11 people, for larger family/group outings.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Main House has A/C-Heatpump, with the additional option of an Attic Fan for fresh air, for the cooler months. The Detached Cabin contains a new A/C-Heater wall unit, as well as an Electric Fireplace with optional heat.
- Linens Provided : All new Pillows, Cases, Bedding, Towels, and Linens are provided.
- Washer : Located in the Attached Garage Rec Room. Detergent, etc. provided.
- Dryer (2) : 2 Heavy Duty Dryers are located in the Attached Garage Rec Room.
- Garage : Attached Garage has been converted into the Rec Room and Laundry area. Includes a Half Bathroom, Washer and Dryer, Telephone, TV, Seating, Stereo/Entertainment System, Music Library, and Recreational Equipment.
- Off Street Parking : Overflow parking areas are available at street level. This will accommodate 4 additional cars/vehicles.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : Depending upon the size of the Recreational Equipment, parking is available in the Large Front Parking Area, or on Street Level, a short walk downhill to the Main House.
- Wood Fireplace (3) : A double-sided, walk-around Fireplace is available in the Great Room, facing into the Gourmet Kitchen and Bar area. Additionally, a Larger Stone Fire-Ring is in the Backyard, next to the Riverbanks, with a large Adirondack seating area. Firewood is provided for both.
- Beds
- King Bed (4) : New Pillow-Top, King-Size Matresses and Beds are each located in the Master Bedroom with Private Bathroom, the Detached Cabin, and 2 of the 3 Downstairs Bedrooms.
- Queen Bed (2) : 1 New Pillow-Top Queen-Size, 4 Post Bed is located in an Upstairs Bedroom. A new Leather Queen Sleeper Sofa is located in the combination Bedroom/Rec Room.
- Twin/Single Bed (9) : All New Pillow-Top, Twin Matresses and Beds are located in the following areas: (2) in the Master Bedroom with Private Bathroom Upstairs (in the form of a Daybed, with a Pop-Up Trundle-Bed), (1) in each of 2 Downstairs Bedrooms with Private Bathrooms (in the form of a Pop-Up Trundle-Bed, beneath each King-Size Beds), and (5) in the additional Downstairs Bedroom (in the form of a New Bunkbed, a Daybed with a Pop-Up Trundle-Bed, and an extra Cot with pillow and bedding, located in the large closet).
- Bunk Bed : This new Bunkbed and Pillow-Top Matresses, is located in one of the three Downstairs Bedrooms.
- Convertible Bed (3) : 2 Large Leather Sofas, located in the Great Room common Seating Area, may be used as Sleeper Sofas. All bedding, pillows, and linens, are provided in the Great Room. Additionally, a cot is provided with all bedding, linens, and pillows, that can be placed anywhere.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (9) : All Bedrooms have Cable TV, as well as the Kitchen/Bar Area, the Great Room/Entertainment Area, the Detached Cabin, and the Garage Rec Room/Laundry Area.
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : Located in the Great Room Entertainment Area.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library (2) : Located in the Great Room Entertainment Area, as well as the Garage Rec Room/Laundry Area.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : A Full Gourmet Kitchen is located in the Main House, including a Microwave Oven, Glass-Top Electric Stove, and a Large Electric Oven. Additionally, a Bar Area is located adjacent to the Gourmet Kitchen and Double-Sided Fireplace, with a Commercial Blender, Barstools, and plenty of Barware.
- Shared Kitchen : The Full Gourmet Kitchen/Bar Area is adjacent to the Great Room/Entertainment Area.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Complete Gourmet Kitchen facilities are available, including an Automatic-Grind Coffeemaker and additional conventional coffee maker, with a total capacity of 24 cups. Both pre-ground and whole-bean coffee is provided, along with condiments, filters, etc. The Gourmet Kitchen also includes cast-iron and non-stick cookware, pyrex, bakingware, storage, George Foreman grill, popcorn-maker, crock-pot, and Food Processors, etc.
- Refrigerator (3) : All Bedrooms contain their own Mini-Refrigerator/Freezers, Coffeemakers (with coffee/condiments), and Microwave Ovens. Additionally, the Gourmet Kitchen contains a large Refrigerator with an automatic icemaker, and filtered ice/water through the door, as well as chilled Mugs in the Freezer.
- Dishwasher : All Dishwashing Liquid and Detergents provided.
- Microwave (3) : All Bedrooms contain their own Microwaves, TV's, Coffee-Makers (and supplies).
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill : A Large Weber Kettle Grill is located on the Back Downstairs Patio, facing the River. Charcoal, starter, and Cooking Utensils are provided.
- Deck/Patio (4) : There are a total of 4 Deck/Patio Areas on the property, in the following configurations: The Detached Cabin has it's own private/secluded wooden deck, facing the front of the Main House with direct access to the River. The Main House has a large (8x40') Front Porch/Breezeway seating area, that faces the large wooded Front Yard and drive/parking area. Additionally, the Main House has 2 outdoor areas in the Backyard, facing the Riverside and the beautiful private/undeveloped opposing Cliffsides: the Downstairs Covered Patio (10x40')with Adirondack seating areas and a barbecue grill, and the Large Upstairs Deck and Balcony (10x40'), also with Adirondack seating areas and an excellent view of the River and Cliffs. Additionally, there are many other seating areas, near the Riverbank, under the huge Cypress and Pecan trees, and a large Adirondack seating area near the Riverside Stone Fire-Ring (wood provided).
- Balcony : The Large Upstairs Deck and Balcony are connected to the Great Room/Entertainment Area through glass doors, and have steps down to the Backyard/Back Patio, for access to the Riverside.
- Lanai : The Downstairs Patio is covered by the Upstairs Deck and Balcony, and offers a shady retreat from the Sun, and is connected to all 3 Downstairs Bedrooms, as well as the Upper Deck/Balcony via stairs.
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details : This Property is located DIRECTLY on the low Riverbanks of the Guadalupe River, and is a short inner-tube or Kayak trip to the Main Rapids, just before you get to the Gruene river crossing bridge, right next to Gruene Hall, the Gristmill, and the rest of the Gruene Historic District.
- Communications
- Telephone (10) : Free Telephone Service, both local and Long-Distance, are offered in each of the Bedrooms, including the Detached Cabin, the Great Room/Entertainment Area, the Gourmet Kitchen, and the Garage Rec Room/Laundry Area.
- Free Long Distance (10) : Free Telephone Service, both local and Long-Distance, are offered in each of the Bedrooms, including the Detached Cabin, the Great Room/Entertainment Area, the Gourmet Kitchen, and the Garage Rec Room/Laundry Area.
- Broadband Internet : For those without WiFi cards on their laptops, direct connection via Cable Modem is available.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : High Speed (7 Meg) Wireless Roadrunner WiFi is provided free of charge, for those with a Wireless Card available in their laptops. This is Long-Range WiFi, and can be used at the seating areas next to the River, in the Detached Cabin, and throughout the entire property.
- Other Amenities
- (2) 2-person Kayaks are available, at the Riverside docking area with steps down to the water. There are 2 sets of rapids that just a short paddle upstream (in the direction of Canyon Lake/the 1st Crossing) or downstream (towards Gruene). Life vests are provided as well. Additionally, fishing equipment is provided to fish for the abundant Bass, Perch, Carp, and (occasionally) Trout, in the Backyard. Wildlife is abundant here, including Deer, Racoon, Armadillo, Fox, and the occasional Skunk. Birders will appreciate over 200 species of exotic birds, including the local Owl, Falcon, Egret, Cormorant, and Duck populations. Arrangements can be made with the local River Outfitters for group float/raft/kayak trips. Simply have youself picked up at the property, taken upstream with lunch provided on the River, and float/paddle to you own Backyard as an easy end to your trip. A simple phone call later, the River Outfitters will retrieve the equipment.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
2-Nite Min,Full Holidays/Wknds req. Excludes Cabin, req. for Holidays/Wknds/Summer
[2/1-3/1]:$299/Nt(Su-Th),$599/Nt(Fr&Sa) [3/2-10]:$299/Nt(Su-Th),$799/Nt(Fr&Sa)
[3/11-17]:$599/Nt(Su-Th),$799/Nt(Fr&Sa) [3/18-31]:$325/Nt(Su-Th),$899/Nt(Fr&Sa)
[4/1-12]:$349/Nt(Su-Th),$869/Nt(Fr&Sa) [4/13-26]:$349/Nt(Su-Th),$849/Nt(Fr&Sa)
[4/27-5/3]:$379/Nt,$899/Nt(Fr&Sa) [5/4-19]:$399/Nt(Su-Th),$1169/Nt(Fr&Sa)
[5/20-24]:$429/Nt [5/25-27]:$1479/Nt [5/28-31]:$689/Nt [6/1-2]:$1499/Nt
[6/3-7/2]:$1049/Nt(Su-Th),$1674/Nt(Fr&Sa) [7/3-7]:$1679/Nt [7/8-12]:$999/Nt
[7/13-19]:$1149/Nt(Su-Th)$1679/Nt(Fr&Sa) [7/20-8/2]:$1024/Nt(Su-Th)$1774/Nt(Fr&Sa)
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Property Photos
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- View of the River House, Fire-Ring, and Backyard Shore, from the Guadalupe River - New Braunfels Rental
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- View of Great Room, Dual Fireplace, Kitchen, and Guadalupe River, from Upstairs - New Braunfels Rental
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- Alternate View of the Great Room, Dining Area, and Historic Cabin in background - New Braunfels Rental
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- Upstairs Master King-Size Bedroom, with View of the Guadalupe River
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- Upstairs Queen Bedroom, with View of Wooded 1-Acre Location through windows
Traveler Reviews (95)
Boys Weekend - Perfect in every way!
Guest: Ken Hart
(Atlanta, GA)
Date of Stay: 05/19/11
Review Submitted: 01/27/12
We have stayed here with 20 guys two years in a row. The house has everything you could imagine and then some. The location is perfect - quiet spot on the river, large yard, huge fire pit, plenty of outdoor seating. As you might can imagine 20 rowdy guys around a fire pit late into the evenings... but we have never had a complaints from the neighbors or community. We are booking our 3rd year right now. If your looking for a place for your large party or group this house is it. I have looked at other places and none can compare. Chris is really helpful too.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.
What a great place!
Guest: Anonymous
(McAllen, Texas)
Date of Stay: 11/20/11
Review Submitted: 12/15/11
What a great place! The house was amazingly well stocked with comfortable towels and pillows, and a kitchen better equipped than we have ever seen in vacation rental! Everything was organized, labeled, and easy to find. The home and the balcony had a stunning view of the river, highlighted with beautiful fall colored leaves (what a gorgeous time to visit). We had a blast with the kayaks..what a neat ammenity! This was a vacation enjoyed by all...Thanks!!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
BEST house for BIG groups
Guest: Brian
(Colorado Springs)
Date of Stay: 10/05/11
Review Submitted: 12/15/11
We had about 20 adult males stay for four nights. Very comfortable. Everything was well stocked i.e. bathrooms, towels, soap, shampoo. Kitchen had everything you could possible need. Coffee pots in several rooms. Decks had lots of lawn funiture, ideal for sitting outside telling lies. Plenty of water toys to use in the river after a long day of riding. We stay in different VRBO's all around the country every year, and this was the best one yet. I can't think of anything that could be done to make it better. It was pretty much perfect.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Great place, lots of beds, huge yard, PRIME location!
Guest: Derek
(Dallas, TX)
Date of Stay: 09/23/11
Review Submitted: 12/08/11
Great place, lots of beds, huge yard, PRIME location!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
We have never seen a more well appointed and beautifully kept home.
Guest: Brennan Mars
(Boulder Colorado)
Date of Stay: 11/11/11
Review Submitted: 11/29/11
My husband and I are longtime VRBO renters. We have never seen a more well appointed and beautifully kept home. We came to enjoy the Wurstfest weekend with friends that we have known for 25 years. It has been a tradition to camp and attend the festivities at Wurstfest for the last 25 years. We loved the peaceful beauty of this home so much, we only made it to Wurstfest one night and spent the rest of the time hanging out on the deck or by the river. Thank you Chris for your wonderful southern hospitality. We particularly loved that you had a fire built in the fire pit for our arrival. Hanging around the camp fire has also been a tradition for 25 years. We will definitely be back. Many of us are already planning other excursions, family reunions etc. Thanks
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Our family had a wonderful 5 day reunion in the Gruene House and Cabin.
Guest: George Whaley
(San Antonio, Texas)
Date of Stay: 10/24/11
Review Submitted: 11/18/11
Our family had a wonderful 5 day reunion in the Gruene House and Cabin. A super house in a beautiful setting. Well stocked and well maintained. The manager obviously wants his visitors to have a good time. Several months before checkin I asked if the game room had croquet and bocce sets. Answer was yes on the croquet and no on the bocce. When we checked in there was a new bocce set waiting for us. We enjoyed it and every other aspect of our visit. We have reunions in different parts of the country every year and this was the best home by far.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Highly recommended!
Guest: Marcus
(Waco, TX)
Date of Stay: 09/09/11
Review Submitted: 09/15/11
Highly recommended! An amazing home that sits on a beautiful stretch of the Guadalupe. The home owners have provided everything necessary to have a memorable vacation! Can't wait to come back!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Excellent accommodations and customer service.
Guest: Beverly L.
(Lindale, TX)
Date of Stay: 07/31/11
Review Submitted: 09/12/11
We stayed at the property on a three day "girl road trip". The house went far beyond our expectations and I agree with comments submitted by others, the photos do not do it justice. Everything was as neat as a pin and very clean and tidy! All of the details were very well thought out down to the spices left in the cabinets and the tubes and noodles left for the river frollicking! Excellent accommodations and customer service. Thanks to Chris as well as the cleaning crew for making our trip a huge success!! PS: The kitchen is outfitted extremely well....plan on cooking at least ONE meal!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Excellecent vacation. Would recommend house to others.
Guest: Kyle Smith
(Dallas, TX)
Date of Stay: 06/17/11
Review Submitted: 08/10/11
We were a group of 18. We stayed in both houses. They were very nice. Kitchen completely organized, has everything needed to cook. Huge balconies upstairs and downstairs. Huge waterfront property. Hung out in the water, listened to music. No one close enough to bother with large group. We found a tube rental company that came and picked us up at house, dropped us at river, picked us up at crossing right by house and took us home. Excellecent vacation. Would recommend house to others.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
It is one of the best equiped and most organized rentals I have ever stayed in.
Guest: Dana
(The Woodlands, TX)
Date of Stay: 07/24/11
Review Submitted: 08/05/11
Our group of 18 ladies had the best time in this lovely house. It is one of the best equiped and most organized rentals I have ever stayed in. But the best feature is the beautiful Guadalupe River right outside the back door.
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
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