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Little Ponderosa River Retreat- Luxury Guadalupe Riverfront Home!

Little Ponderosa River Retreat- Luxury Guadalupe Riverfront Home!

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Huge deck
Property grounds
Property grounds
River is up to the top of the bottom stone, perfect for fishing along the bank.
Property grounds

Overview of Little Ponderosa River Retreat- Luxury Guadalupe Riverfront Home!

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 112130 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

Check out the area

Map
New Braunfels, TX
  • Popular LocationWhitewater Amphitheatre8 min drive
  • Popular LocationGruene Hall26 min drive
  • Popular LocationSchlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark27 min drive
  • AirportSan Antonio, TX (SAT-San Antonio Intl.)54 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Little Ponderosa River Retreat- Luxury Guadalupe Riverfront Home!

Location, Location, and much more!! This waterfront home is the perfect vacation spot for fishing, tubing, kayaking, cycling, enjoying local activities or just relaxing. Close to local river outfitters, fishing guides, Gruene and New Braunfels antique and specialty shops, day spas, wine tasting, beer gardens, taverns and restaurants, annual Wurstfest festivals, and popular live music venues, including Gruene Hall and the Whitewater Amphitheater. This comfortable, well-furnished vacation rental property has river access and boasts a huge deck overlooking a backyard of pecan trees and one of the best fly fishing holes on the Guadalupe! The property has 9 beds and is ideally suited for large groups and family gatherings.

Roast marshmallows in the custom stone fire pit out back. Cook up your catch or BBQ on the charcoal grill. Rent a tube at the neighborhood water outfitters and float the river. Bring your bicycle or motorcycle and enjoy a scenic ride down River Road into New Braunfels. Head over to Gruene to be pampered at a day spa, browse the antique and specialty stores or grab a bite to eat at Mozie's or the Gristmill. Kick up your heels to live music at Gruene Hall, one of the oldest working dance halls in the country. Check out the music concerts down the road at the Whitewater Amphitheater. Enjoy at day at Schlitterbahn water park in New Braunfels. Spend a day boating or fishing on Canyon Lake. Plan a shopping spree to the Outlet Malls in San Marcus. Check out the local beer gardens, taverns and restaurants. Relax and enjoy the scenic surroundings and gentle breezes on the spacious deck. Whatever your pleasure, year-round fun awaits you at the Little Ponderosa River Retreat.

We have the best fishing hole on the Guadalupe river where one can catch trout, large-mouth bass and catfish from our 75' stone-terraced bank. Our property is on a deep part of the river in the Canyon Tailrace area below Canyon Dam. Texas Parks & Wildlife is stocking the Canyon Reservoir Tailrace with thousands of rainbow trout each week from early December through late-January. This area is one of the top trout-fishing destinations in the U.S. during the peak of the cool-weather trout fishing season-December through March. Bring your fishing poles and fishing license.

Book now for a place to stay during New Braunfels' Annual Wurstfest festival. This 10-day annual event every November celebrates the local German culture with dancing, music, food and beer. Tickets may be purchased online and go on sale in September. The Wurstfest craft beer festival takes place in March or April.

Keep us in mind for family get-togethers during the 2020 Texas and public holidays:
Washington's Birthday (Mon. Feb.17); Texas Independence Day (Mon. Mar. 2); Cesar Chavez Day (Tues. Mar. 31); Memorial Day (Mon. May 25); Independence Day (Fri. July 3); Labor Day (Mon. Sep. 7); Veteran's Day (Wed. Nov. 11); Thanksgiving (Thur. Nov. 26); Christmas Day (Fri. December 25) and New Years Eve (Fri. Jan. 1). We have a large refrigerator, a convection oven and everything you need to prepare and serve large dinners. Even better, you don't have to clean the house before and after your guests arrive and leave.

Book us for a place to stay during the annual Wurstfest Craft Beer Festival every March or April. Past Beer Festivals have been a huge success. By a ticket before they sell out and sample taste from over 80 craft beers while enjoying all day live music.

The home has a spacious and open cook's kitchen, dining, and living areas, outdoor BBQ grill, shaded backyard with picnic tables and seating for all. Indoor amenities and entertainment include: 3 flat screen TVs (2 are Sony HDTVs), DVD player, all major movie channels, board games and free WiFi.

The home has three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and 9 beds to comfortably sleep a large family. Two bedrooms down contain a queen bed and double down/twin top bunk beds. The upstairs master bedroom has one king and two queen beds. The master bath has a double vanity and walk-in shower.

Please come have a good time, but be considerate of our wonderful neighbors. Any complaints from neighbors about disrespectful or disruptive behavior may, at our sole discretion, result in your forfeiting your deposit and/or the remainder of your stay.

We provide free WiFi.

No smoking inside the property. There is a bowl provided on the patio for butts. Please do not leave butts, cans and trash in the yard.

For the safety of our guests with pet-related allergies, we cannot allow any pets on this property. However, you will often see deer, squirrels, and ducks wander into our yard.

Plan your getaway now or contact me so I can help you plan your next vacation.

Come see us Y'all!

Property manager

Joyce
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Toys available upon request

Events

No events allowed
Only with prior written notice and approval

Pets

No pets allowed
No pets due to allergies

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only
See our Rental Agreement and Common Sense Rules
In order to honor the reservation a copy of the drivers license or ID will be required.
No Bachelor or Bachelorette parties,

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Only with prior written notice and approval
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

New Braunfels

Located in New Braunfels, this vacation home is in the city center and on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out San Marcos Premium Outlets, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Guadalupe River and Comal River. Consider Whitewater Amphitheatre for a night out or Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark if you're traveling with kids. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
Map
New Braunfels, TX

What's nearby

  • Whitewater Amphitheatre - 8 min drive
  • Canyon Lake - 11 min drive
  • Overlook Park - 11 min drive
  • Gruene Hall - 26 min drive
  • Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 40 min drive
  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 14 min drive
  • Tacos Don Chente - 6 min drive
  • Wildflour Artisan Bakery & Grill - 7 min drive
  • Granny D's - 10 min drive
  • Sweeties Donuts - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Little Ponderosa River Retreat- Luxury Guadalupe Riverfront Home! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Little Ponderosa River Retreat- Luxury Guadalupe Riverfront Home!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Little Ponderosa River Retreat- Luxury Guadalupe Riverfront Home!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Little Ponderosa River Retreat- Luxury Guadalupe Riverfront Home! located?

This family-friendly New Braunfels vacation home is located on the waterfront, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Guadalupe River, and within 6 mi (10 km) of The Heritage Museum of the Texas Hill Country and Overlook Park. Canyon Lake and Whitewater Amphitheatre are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R., Surfside Beach TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
We loved your place! Everything was perfect! Thanks so much We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing river access, awesome house!
This is the 2nd time we’ve stayed here with our girls group. We love that there are comfortable beds for everyone, plenty of room in the living areas, a huge deck with lots of chairs (with a gorgeous view), and a large kitchen with plenty of counter space for everyone’s things. The house is stocked well with tons of cups, plates, glasses, and cookware. Bathrooms had ample supplies, as did the kitchen. The owners are super nice, and showed us how to work all the lights and fans upon arrival. Right off the property, the steps are easy to get up and down to the river even with the lower water. And since this is a deeper part of the river, we never touched the bottom when we connected our numerous floats to the dock. It’s been nice with the slow flow of the Guadalupe that we can just hang out off the dock and not fight the current. We met the next door residents and they were very nice as well. The house was comfortably cool for a hot summer, but the deck in the mornings and evenings was amazing as well with the two fans they have out there. The deck is always shaded, and the river gets sun mid day out back, but gets somewhat shady in the afternoons (which we loved!). Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl G., Rosenberg Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bikers Get Away in Cool Water
Great location - outstanding property all the way around inside and out! Everything you need for cooking included! Lots of room for memories and laughs. We will be booking this property again!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing on the River
My family really enjoyed our time at Little Ponderosa. The house is on a quieter stretch of the Guadalupe, which was perfect for us! It wasn't flowing much, but had plenty of ice cold water for us to tube downstream. The house was great and well stocked!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tanya O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
So welcoming and all the comforts needed. Can’t wait to go back to lil Ponderosa … best place on the Guadalupe
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Joyce

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The Little Ponderosa River Retreat is not your typical vacation rental property. The Owners purchased this property in 2009 as a second home. After spending tons of money on fresh paint, high-end furniture, state of the art appliances, name brand faucets and fixtures, Fiestaware dishes, high-end cooking pans and utensils, Sealy Posturepedic mattresses and linens, matching bedding and curtains, and Native American rugs, blankets, and decorations, they opened their vacation home to family and friends. They now offer you and your family the same hospitality!!

Why they chose this property

Little Ponderosa is the perfect getaway for our family and friends. There is a deep fishing hole in front of our property where the trout wait for us to drop a line. The property backs to the Guadalupe river and the famous River Road, a tree-lined drive perfect for motorcycles and bicycles. The house and large yard are nestled among large pecan trees providing shade from the Texas sun. You can rent tubes from the river outfitter down the street to float the river or bring your own tube and float in front of our house.

What makes this property unique

No host will work harder to make your vacation special. If you need anything during your stay, please do not hesitate to ask.

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