Hill Country Estate on the Blanco River - 'the Great Escape'
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- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:Yes
Beautiful Hill Country home called 'The Great Escape at Wimberley' is directly on the crystal clear Blanco River in highly desirable Wimberley, Texas. You will be in a private 3300 square foot home on three lush acres with almost 300 feet of direct river frontage. There is a separate Gameroom with an 8' pool table, foosball, and double french doors opening to a 250 sq ft deck overlooking the river. Country gazebo with 9' farm table, great for outdoor dining.
River Suite - We recently added a new master suite with queen bed, twin bed, full size washer and dryer, and a private bath with a tile shower and granite countertops.
The rock bottom river runs continuous through the year and is almost always at a very leisurely flow, great for kids. The covered back porch provides a beautiful view of the river and the 100 year old Cypress trees. Easy to watch the activity in the river directly from the porch.
Sit in the back yard and BBQ your dinner for the night. Enjoy a glass of ice tea, or a glass of wine, as you watch the deer and the river move through the back yard. Sit in the hot tub and watch the deer and the river. Enjoy a fire out by the outdoor firepit. Go into Wimberley for the great shopping, fine and casual dining, or enjoy the many festivals that go on throughout the year. Try Wimberley's outdoor walk-up movie theatre, or take in a live performance at one of Wimberley's live theatre groups. Drag our chaise lounges directly into the river, sit in the shade of the Cypress trees, enjoy your drink, and read your book. Your daily stress is a thing of the past.
We are only 25 minutes from New Braunsfuls, an hour from San Antonio, less than 25 minutes from Austin and Lake Travis. Within one hour you have tubing, Schlitterbahn, San Antonio river-walk, Lake Travis, Canyon Lake, caves, and all of the wonders that the Texas Hill Country has to offer.
Outside we have a large covered porch overlooking the river, a hot tub, a new 250 sq foot deck connected to the gameroom and overlooking the river, over 2500 sq ft of rock sidewalks and patios. There is also a large outdoor fire pit. A large covered Country gazebo with an 9' farm table, perfect for outdoor dining.
The house is completely furnished and comes complete with all linens, towels, cooking utensils, BBQ pit, etc to make your stay as comfortable as possible. We have cable TV, Hi-Speed Internet, a computer for your use, Free Wireless network, and phones with free domestic long distance.
Give us an e-mail or a call with any questions. We hope that you take the opportunity to enjoy our beautiful Hill Country home. Our calendar is always updated, and take a look at all of our guest comments ( not always updated from the book at our house ).
2013 Pricing:
Off Season: Jan, Feb, Mar( 26-31 ), Apr, Sept, Oct, Nov, and Dec
• $450/nt for 1st 6 guests for Thurs, Fri, and Sat nights
• $375/nt for 1st 6 guests for Sun, Mon, Tues, and Wed nights
• Two night Minimum, except holidays, which are three night minimum
• Holidays at $675/nt for up to the first 12 guests
• Additional guests at $25/nt
• 6% tax on the total
• River Suite included at no charge when paying for at least 10 guests/nt ( $60/nt otherwise ), No charge for the River Suite on Holidays when paying for 14 guests.
• Holidays are New Years, Good Friday, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Season ( Dec 22 – Jan 2 )
High Season: Mar ( 1-25 ) May, June, July, and August
• $575/nt for up to the first 8 guests
• Two night Minimum, except holidays, which are three night minimum
• Holidays at $675/nt for up to the first 12 guests
• Additional guests at $25/nt
• 6% tax on the total
• River Suite included at no charge when paying for 14 guests/nt ( $80/nt otherwise )
• Holidays are Memorial day, and July 4th
Keywords: House
Property Type
- 2 story
- House
- 3000 sq. ft.
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Suitability
- Children Welcome
- Pets Not Allowed
- Non Smoking Only
Bedrooms
- 5 Bedrooms, Sleeps 14, Beds for 14
- Detached Unit
- Bedroom 1
- 1 king
- Master Bedroom upstairs with Private Bath.
- Bedroom 2
- 1 queen, 2 twin/ single
- Upstairs
- Bedroom 3
- 1 queen, 2 twin/ single
- Twin beds are day bed and trundle bed
- Bedroom 4
- 1 queen
- Bedroom 5 in River Suite
- 1 queen, 1 twin/ single
- Optional River Suite.
Bathrooms
- 5.0 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 5
- toilet, shower
- In Optional River Suite
- Bathroom 4
- toilet, shower
- Bathroom 3
- toilet, combination tub/shower
- Bathroom 2
- combination tub/shower, toilet
- Bathroom 1
- toilet, combination tub/shower, jetted tub
- 4 in main house, with additional full bath in optional River Suite.
Kitchen & Dining
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Catering Available
- Cooking Utensils
- Dishes & Utensils
- Coffee Maker
- Toaster
Amenities
- Wood Fireplace
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Towels Provided
- Living Room seats 0
- Iron & Board
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- Foosball
- CD Player
- Stereo
- VCR
- Pool Table
- DVD Player
- Television
- Games
Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- Broadband Access
- Internet
Pool & Spa
- Sauna
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Grill
- Balcony
Theme
- Away From It All
- Family
- Luxury
- Romantic
Location & View
Activities
- Live Theater
- Kayaking
- Mountain Biking
- Sailing
- Cycling
- Rafting
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Spelunking
- Jet Skiing
- Water Skiing
- Fishing
- Rock Climbing
- Swimming
- Golf
- Hunting
- Tennis
- Fitness Center
- Shopping
- Boating
- Wildlife Viewing
- Miniature Golf
- Horseback Riding
- Horseshoes
- Sight Seeing
- Sledding
- Theme Parks
- Restaurants
- Museums
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Zoo
- Cinemas
- Antiquing
- Hiking
Other Activities
- shopping at outlets malls, antique shopping, Market Days at Wimberley
Reviews
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Wonderful Girls trip.
Guest comment entered by ownerWonderful Girls trip.
- Guest Susan, Gina, ...
- Date of stay 05/20/12
- Review Submitted 06/30/12
WE had a Wonderful girls trip to your home. We loved your home, especially the back porch looking over the river. We had lots of plans, but ended up not being abale to leave. Thanks for helping us make great memories.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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This vacation has been Awesome!
Guest comment entered by ownerThis vacation has been Awesome!
- Guest Mike & Veronica
- Date of stay 06/08/12
- Review Submitted 06/30/12
Thanks for a Great house! We had a wonderful family visit with 15 adults and 5 children. Plenty of room for all of us! I am amazed that there was plenty of towells, and sheets, for all of us. Thanks for the memories!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 1/1
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Wonderful!!
Guest comment entered by ownerWonderful!!
- Guest The out of state bunch
- Date of stay 06/17/12
- Review Submitted 06/30/12
Your "Great Escape" was Wonderful!! We came from Ohio, OK, Colorado, and Penn. Your home is sooo well equiped! You have thought of everything we could need. Beautiful location. Love the rocking chairs.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Great Time, once again.
Guest comment entered by ownerGreat Time, once again.
- Guest Destiny
- Date of stay 06/20/12
- Review Submitted 06/30/12
Once again our Family had a wonderful time here at The Great Escape. Our kids came and had a blast. We will be back next year for sure!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Hill Girl Trip
Guest comment entered by ownerHill Girl Trip
- Guest The Hill Girls
- Date of stay 06/20/12
- Review Submitted 06/30/12
Our group of 11 hill girl trips ( all cousins ) from Barbers Hill, Tx. Enjoyed our stay here at the Great Escape. Every year we take a trip and we loved your beautiful home. Thank you for sharing your place with us. The Hill Girls PS - Just a little piece of heavan.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Our whole family had a Great Time!
Guest comment entered by ownerOur whole family had a Great Time!
- Guest E & L
- Date of stay 07/17/11
- Review Submitted 11/04/11
Thank you Phil & Peggy for your "Great Escape". Our whole family had an amazing time. The game room was a huge hit, as well as everything else. We all voted this is the best place, and we want to return every Year!!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 1/3
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We had a Wonderful Time!
Guest comment entered by ownerWe had a Wonderful Time!
- Guest Labay Family
- Date of stay 08/26/11
- Review Submitted 11/04/11
We had a Wonderful Time!! The water was low this year, but good enough to have lots of fun. can't wait to come back next year.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 1/3
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An Amazing Adventure. Too much to list.
Guest comment entered by ownerAn Amazing Adventure. Too much to list.
- Guest Wright +
- Date of stay 06/12/11
- Review Submitted 11/04/11
The Great Escape was an amazing adventure. Too much to even list! Loved the deer, the river, EVERYTHING! I'm blessed to have had this opportunity. Thank you for a beautiful vacation spot. When I found out I was coming here, I was so excited. The Great Escape is the best time that I have had in years. Every single thing was perfect! I can't wait until next year.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/2
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Loved the River! Family vacation at it's finest.
Guest comment entered by ownerLoved the River! Family vacation at it's finest.
- Guest El Campo Smith's
- Date of stay 06/26/11
- Review Submitted 11/04/11
family vacation at it's finest. My granddaughters ( 2, 3 and 6 months )loved the river as well as their parents. we pulled a canvas shade out into the river and stayed for hours. The house was extremely comfortable. We could spread out and have our space, but still be together. We hope to come again. Thanks for sharing your beautiful home with us.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/3
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No Better Place!
Guest comment entered by ownerNo Better Place!
- Guest Golden Girls - Class of 78
- Date of stay 07/11/11
- Review Submitted 11/04/11
Six lifetime and precious friends converged at the Great Escape to eat, drink, and be merry, and there is NO Better Place to do that than here. Such a beautiful house and grounds, and great extras like the game room, the sauna, and the firepit, allowed for a time of sharing and much needed "therapy" for all. We are thankful for such a lovely place and the comfort and ease of staying here. Thanks for sharing your home with us.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/2
Rates
Off Season 2013 Jan, Feb, March 26-31, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec $375/nt Sun-Wed & $450/nt Thur-Sat for 1st 6 guests, then $25 for each addl High Season 2013 - March 1-25, May, Jun, Jul, Aug $575/nt for 1st 8 guests, then $25/nt for each addl Two day Min, except holidays which are a 3 day minimum. Holidays are $675/nt for the first 12 guests, then $25/nt for each additional No cleaning or any other fees, except for 6% tax. Max 14 guests. River Suite is included at no charge for 10+ Off Season, 14 High Season
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Location
Owner info
Year Purchased: 2006
About the owner: Peggy and Phil Collins bought this house in 2006 to use as their Getaway from the city. We wanted it comfortable for us, so now everyone gets to enjoy The Great Escape. We are blessed that everyone seems to love this place ( we have had some groups back 7 times in 3 years, and our repeat guest rate is over 45% ). We continue to make investments in this property, so that it is better each time you come back. Photo is taken in Shanghai China.
Why the Owner Chose Wimberley:
This property is in a prime location. It is directly on the Blanco river, that has a steady flow all of the time. It is 3 acres on a lot that provides privacy for any size group. The cypress trees along the river's edge are beautiful and provide great afternoon shade that allows you to pull your chair into the river, relax, and sip a glass of wine. Wimberley is fun year round, and we enjoy the off season as much as high season.
The Unique Benefits at this House:
The furnishings are all unique and are not a throw down of mass produced items. Peggy and I enjoy shopping for antiques and unique pieces that give the home a lot of character. For the guests we provide paperback books, board games, bocci ball, horse shoes, jigsaw puzzles and a large library of videos for the little ones. We have high speed wireless, so you can work ( Ugh! ) on your laptop on the back porch ( if you have to work ). We have a large portfolio in the house offering details on the vast majority of attractions in the area.
Contact us
- Primary: (281) 252-8164
- Secondary: (713) 206-8675 (Texas, USA)
- Click Here to see All My Rental Listings
Photos
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Covered Back Porch with Ceiling Fans, Rocking Chairs and Chaise Lounges
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Hot Tub overlooking the River!
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Enjoy the peace and privacy of the crystal clear Blanco River
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Large Master Bedroom with King Bed and Whirlpool Tub in Master Bath
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Large Bedroom with View of the River - Queen, Twin Day Bed and Trundle
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Game Room withwet bar 8' pool table and foosball. Double doors open to deck
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Newly remodeled kitchen opened up to the breakfast room, with new countertops
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Rock Fire Pit, great for relaxing around in the evening, watching the stars
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Relax in the hot tub with your friends.
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Great double doors from the Game Room out to the deck overlooking the river.
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Outdoor Country gazebo. Great for entertaining.
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Living Room with Wood Burning Fireplace
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Gameroom with Deck overlooking the River!
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Large Deck off of the game room, overlooking the river
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Large Dining room with 9' Farm Table - Bring your whole Family!
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Sit in the shade of the Cypress trees, as you swing, and listen to the river
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Cowboy Bedroom with two twins and a Queen bed, overlooking the River.
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River Suite has a private bath and is included free for your group of 14 or more
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Game Room out to the deck.
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