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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 163000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Wimberley, TX
  • Corral Theatre
    7 min drive
  • Blue Hole Regional Park
    9 min drive
  • The Island
    9 min drive
  • Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    58 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

The Great Escape-Luxury Hill Country Estate on the Blanco River - Pool

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. This home has 6 bedrooms and 5 baths. There is a separate Game room with an 8' pool table, shuffle board, and 3 large windows overlooking the river.

River Suite/Game Room - master suite with queen bed, twin bed, full size washer and dryer, and a private bath with a tile shower and granite countertops. The River Suite is always included when renting the main house.

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 surrounding hills. 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 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. Take in a live performance at one of Wimberley's live theater groups.

We are only 25 minutes from New Braunfels, 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, over 2500 sq ft of rock sidewalks and patios. There is also a large outdoor fire pit. A large covered Country gazebo with an 8ft pic nic table perfect for outdoor dining.

Added in 2015 is a pool with a free standing hot tub for 8 people. A large lounging area around the pool with table and chairs for 6. The pool is fully fenced in with a new walkway to the back of the house facing the Blanco River. The pool has two areas one for wading and swimming for the whole family to enjoy. Plenty of privacy!

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.

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.

Sleeping Arrangements:

Main House:
* Bedroom #1- Downstairs - Queen bed uses detached full bathroom
* Bedroom # 2 - Upstairs - Queen Bed and twin bed uses detached full bathroom with room #3
* Bedroom # 3 - Upstairs - Queen Bed uses attached full bathroom with room #2
* Bedroom # 4 - Upstairs - Queen Bed and 2 twin beds uses detached full bathroom
* Bedroom # 5 - Master Suite- King bed with private full bathroom

* River Suite/ Game room -1 Queen Bed and Twin Bed - Private Bath door for privacy from game room.

Keywords: House on the Blanco river great escape estate private pool hot tub fire pit River

Property manager

Shiloh Collins
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Wimberley

Located in Wimberley, this vacation home is near theme parks and on a river. Charles S. Cock House Museum and Kyle Railroad Depot and Heritage Center are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Blue Hole Regional Park and Jacob's Well Natural Area. Traveling with kids? Consider The Island and Central Texas Bonsai Exhibit at Jade Gardens. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Wimberley, TX

What's nearby

  • Blue Hole Regional Park - 9 min drive
  • The Island - 9 min drive
  • Central Texas Bonsai Exhibit at Jade Gardens - 10 min drive
  • Wimberley Lions Market Days - 11 min drive
  • Wimberley Zipline Adventures - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 28 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wimberley Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mima's Kitchen - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Community Pizza & Beer Garden - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Durango's Mexican Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Blanco Brew - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Great Escape-Luxury Hill Country Estate on the Blanco River - Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Great Escape-Luxury Hill Country Estate on the Blanco River - Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Great Escape-Luxury Hill Country Estate on the Blanco River - Pool?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Great Escape-Luxury Hill Country Estate on the Blanco River - Pool located?

This family-friendly Wimberley vacation home is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Corral Theatre and Blue Hole Regional Park. The Island and Central Texas Bonsai Exhibit at Jade Gardens are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Courtney D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Spot to enjoy the Hill Country
We rented this home for our yearly family vacation and it was excellent. The home is spacious, clean, and beautiful. It was close to downtown Wimberley and about a 20 minute drive to Canyon Lake. The pool was nice and it was great to be able to walk down to the Blanco River behind the property. We were there mid-July and there wasn't a lot of water running through the river but it was fun for the kids to see the little fish, etc. There was also a few families of deer that crossed through the back. The bathrooms appeared to all have been semi-recently remodeled and were super nice. Everyone agreed that we would love to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ericka B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent for families
Our extended family stayed at Great Escape for the weekend and had the best time. If you’re looking for an excellent house with tons of space and fun activities this is the place for you. We would absolutely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect accommodations
We gathered for a family reunion and this property was perfect for us. Relaxing vibe and we grilled or ordered out our meals. We enjoyed seeing the river and the wildlife. Rooms were comfortable with just the right amount of privacy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Great Escape. Is perfect!
House was lovely with a beautiful yard, pool, cooking patio, and wrap around porches with plenty of amazing rockers to enjoy the Blanco river. Which was a little dry due to Mother Nature. Lots of wildlife travel though the yards awaiting for a treat. The house has plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms to accommodate a large group. There is even a bonus game room with yet another bedroom and bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darlene M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family time
This was everything we hoped for and more. We cannot wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect River spot
The house is roomy and comfortable. Just as advertised. Kitchen is so well stocked and lots of space for our groceries. Plenty of dining space and even a game table. Nice big comfortable bedrooms and updated and sleek bathrooms upstairs. The pool and bbq area are perfect for evening cookout and swim. The real kicker is the view of the river and the river spot. Perfect for kids to play in, and adults to lay in. Nice beach area to set up a tent and chairs and spend the whole day there. And the deer and foxes and birds are just mesmerizing. 6 out of 5 stars. I see why people hook the Great Escape over and over each year. We will come again too!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Willard j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
RRC 2024
We have a friend’s trip every year in Texas and this year we stayed at the great escape. House is comfortable and well stocked. Plenty of space of 15 of us. Pool was clean and well maintained. The river is a short walk from the house which is great with little ones. It wasn’t flowing very quickly but not the properties fault. We even had a little grey fox playing around on the rocks near the house.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

debbie b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s a Great Escape!!
10 of us loved our getaway to The Great Escape!! Lots of room for us to hang out and enjoy each other’s company. About 10 minutes to downtown Wimberley. Lots of beds and bathrooms!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Property on the River in Wimberley
This place has it all! Many bedrooms (and beds!) with comfortable mattresses and bedding. Great tvs and big room kitchen/family room. Excellent communication with management company. Nice pool and hot tub and river frontage! We loved it and will definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family reunion
The property handled our multigenerational family re-union well. Although the weather did not allow for water activity, the pool looked like it would have been fun. Unfortunately, the hot tub would not heat over 90 degrees (but we didn't notify management to address). The gameroom with pool table, shuffleboard, and PacMan was great for the young ones. I imagine TV is not the main draw for this property, but on this football Saturday, the TV and main living room space felt a bit tight for the number of people (8 adults, a teen, and four under 8). The beds were softer than we prefer - and may need updating. That said, the property had a great porch; and the land around the home was great for walking. The Blanco river in the front was easily accessible - although only a small stream at this visit, it made for a peaceful vibe. Overall, would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyler H., Houston

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Home & Host
Everything from communication, customer service, and well-thought-out amenities for a big group of 14 of us - was spot on. I highly recommend this host and home for anyone looking to have a long-weekend retreat. Beautiful scenery, tons of space, and a short drive to downtown to get out of the house. 10/10 in my books.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phylicia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cool Cousins Weekend
We are a group six cousins that try to get together with our spouses once a year. We are close to hitting the 10 year mark. We've been various locations with lovely homes. However, this one hit the spot! We will probably go back some time next year. The house was very roomy, ample bathrooms, kitchen was well stocked but could have used some salt shakers and additional pot holders. But if that's the only thing I think we're doing pretty good. I can't say enough about the outdoor area. We were in the rocking chairs on the back porch all day every day. We waited until the last minute to check out because we were still in the rocking chairs. Wimberly is such a neat little town. We needed more time. The only thing that could have made things better is more water in the river behind the property. But that is up to God. I highly recommend. You will not be disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olga C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family time.
We thoroughly enjoyed the house and the grounds. The kids had a great time in the pool and splashing around in the river. I enjoyed the back porch and listening to the birds and sounds of nature. The house accommodated us well and was very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for family with all ages in tow!
Something for every age group. The pool, kiddie pool, hot tub, and river…what more could you need for summer family fun?!? Grilling area with picnic table very handy for outdoor dining and gathering. Our group of four preschoolers DID NOT want to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it
I rented two houses with this property management company (wedding held in Wimberley) and personally stayed at this one. I loved that it was right at the river. Sitting outside on the porch in a rocker was just the right way to start each day. Communication with the management company was easy and they were very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Something for Everyone
Love this property. We have stayed here twice now for our girls' trip. Great view. Peace and quiet. Pool and hot tub to just hang out. Wimberly nearby for shopping, and eating out. Lots of other local attractions for those who want to be more active. House and guest house always clean and in order when we arrive. Lots of room!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful, extended family weekend
I only wish we could have stayed longer. We loved this home, everything about it. Very comfortable, well outfitted, lots of space for a large group, and the view from the back porch - ah!!! We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pam Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday getaway
This is a wonderful property for a large group and perfect when Mother Nature doesn’t cooperate and allow outdoor fun. Our Thanksgiving family trip was spent much of the time in the spacious family room in front of the fire playing games, eating and more. Since it was a holiday we did extensive cooking and the kitchen didn’t disappoint. There are plenty of dishes and cookware and great small and large appliances. The only thing we missed was a garbage disposal. The view from the back porch is lovely and we had looked forward to time spent there sipping coffee or wine, but again, the weather didn’t give us much opportunity to do so. I guess we’ll just have to return to take advantage of the outdoor activities this property offers.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly a great escape!
Our stay was fantastic. We had a group of 12 women meeting for a weekend of collegial connection and rest. The size of the space allowed plenty of room rest and socializing, all beds comfortable and cozy, and many beautiful outdoor spaces to enjoy the sounds of the Wimberely and the Blanco River. The host was very communicative and helped us with a late check out. I’ve stayed at another property by this host and there is consistent excellence. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Russell G., Craft, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday celebration (60th) for my wife.
I chose this area based on my son’s recommendation, as I was looking for something that was not a “long” drive for our dispersed family. This was the perfect fit and location to celebrate my wife’s 60th birthday. The hardest part was keeping it a surprise. The house was very neat and clean, and (although we did very little cooking) seemed to have anything you would need. The view is absolutely beautiful, and will be even better when the drought subsides. Check in and out was very easy. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robin O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway
Our family had a wonderful time at The Great Escape. We spent most of our time at the house enjoying the views and visiting with family on the large porch. Kids loved the pool and game room. The house was very comfortable. We hated to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My favorite place
This will forever be my favorite house in Wimberley. We have stayed in this home 4 times and it feels like home every time we pull into the gate. The kids enjoy the pool from sunrise to way past sunset. We love exploring the river and enjoying the views from the porch. Thank you for sharing your home and helping my family make memories here year after year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yvanna N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed here once, and came back again with more family.
Last year we celebrated my sisters bachelorette with a few close friends. This year we wanted to celebrate our grandmothers 85th birthday and we knew the perfect place! Our favorite things about this location is it’s connection to the river and proximity to “downtown” Wimberly. Our favorite thing about the amenities its the spacious sleeping accommodations, with no bunk beds which is a family preference, the back porch with several rocking chairs, and the pool/hot tub area. Management was kind, and responsive. We will be back again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maurey B., United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
River was low and hot but house was delightful
Even though the river was low the house and the pool was a cool hang out place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ruanne K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
The home is lovely. Our family included a grandmother, her sons and their wives, and 6 grandchildren ranging in age from 22 to 11. We had golfers, concert goers, shoppers. There was easy access to all. The pool, guest house with pool table and shuffle board provided extra entertainment. The Blanco River, while low, was an easy walk. The long back porch with rockers was a favorite place for morning coffee and evening wine. We would go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Shiloh Collins

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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 over 17 times in our 10 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 they chose this property

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. This house was originally a farm house built in 1957, and has been updated with all modern amenities. The covered back porch is lined with teak rocking chairs to enjoy the view of the river and surrounding hills. The river flows at a pace 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.

What makes this property unique

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 and puzzles. 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 Binder in the house offering details on the vast majority of attractions in the area.

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