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Waterfront Luxury Home on 5 Acres. Sleeps 22. Beds: 5 king, 4 queen, 4 twin XL

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JB2 River Ranch as seen from the water. We have over 250 feet of waterfront!
JB2 River Ranch is over 4200 square feet on 5 private acres in New Braunfels.
With current dam work, our water level is down ~2 ft, leaving ~6 ft water depth.
Enjoy our updated, fully-equipped gourmet kitchen!
Make beautiful memories cooking for your loved ones in our gourmet kitchen!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 22

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard

Explore the area

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New Braunfels, TX
  • Place, Guadalupe River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, The Bandit Golf Club
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Antonio, TX (SAT-San Antonio Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 22)

Bed #1 MBR Main House 1st Floor

1 King Bed

Bed #2 - Main House 1st Floor

1 King Bed

Bed #3 - Main House 2nd Floor

2 Queen Beds

Bed #4 - Main House 2nd Floor

2 Queen Beds

Bed #5 - Main House 2nd Floor

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bed #6 - Casita 1st Floor

1 King Bed

Bed #7 - Casita 1st Floor

2 King Beds

5 bathrooms

Bath #1 - MBR access

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bath #2 - MBR & hall access

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bath #3 - Bed #2 & hall access

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

Bath #4 - Upstairs Jack-n-Jill

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bath #5 - Casita hall access

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront Luxury Home on 5 Acres. Sleeps 22. Beds: 5 king, 4 queen, 4 twin XL

JB2 River Ranch is a comfortable and luxurious space for your next family reunion, multi-family vacation, or corporate retreat, with a full remodel completed in June 2022. We have over 250 ft of riverfront on Lake McQueeney with a wide, multi-level dock for lakeside fun. JB2 is close to all the restaurants, bars, and activities of New Braunfels, Historic Gruene, and Seguin while enjoying the tranquility and openness of a rural getaway.

Lake McQueeney dam replacement was completed in March 2026 and water levels are projected to be back to normal levels before June.

The Main House features a gourmet kitchen, 3 dining areas, 2 living areas, 5 bedrooms, and 4 bathrooms. The courtyard layout includes a Casita, with separate entrances, an additional kitchenette, 2 bedrooms, and 1 bathroom. With ample outdoor seating over multiple levels, everyone in your group will be able to enjoy the 180-degree water views.

Our home sits on 5 private acres, about 1/2 mile from the main road. Find your peace away from the hustle and bustle of the city: take a dip or float in the river, fish for catfish and bass from our dock, watch the herds of whitetail deer, listen to the birds chirping, or take in the majestic sunsets over the water.

The house is located above the 500 year flood plain, approximately 40 feet above the water and lower dock. The deepest part of lake is in front of our dock, and you have direct access to float, swim, fish, or paddle. We tend to have fewer powerboats coming through vs. closer towards Ski Lodge as there is a shallow area a few hundred yards downstream of us.

INCLUDED AMENITIES:

* 250 feet of waterfront with a huge dock & deck.
* Fully equipped kitchen to create gourmet meals.
* 2 full-sized refrigerators/freezers.
* Traeger pellet grill.
* Propane gas grill (next to the barn).
* Extra-large capacity washers & dryers.
* Fire pit.
* Basketball hoop & tree swing.
* Vegan hand soap & body wash (non-toxic, paraben & sulfate free).
* Professional moisturizing shampoo & conditioner with avocado oil & aloe vera.
* Bath & hand towels.
* Dish & laundry detergent.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES:

* 4 air conditioning units.
* 3 hot water heaters.
* All custom, handbuilt solid pine beds with hotel-quality mattresses.
* All new bathroom vanities with granite countertops.
* All new stainless steel kitchen appliances, including 5-burner induction stove, range hood, double oven, dishwasher, & fridges/freezers.
* All new flooring.
* All new paint inside & out.
* All new window treatments.
* All new lighting.
* Eclectic mix of brand-new, antique, and custom handcrafted furniture.
* Art collected by ourselves and our families throughout our travels.
* 4 large screen TVs (Living Room, MBR, Casita Kitchenette, & Courtyard).

*** Please note: Our home is located in a rural area. You may encounter a variety of wildlife on the property, including deer, insects, fire ants, mice, spiders, birds, snakes, raccoons, lizards, etc. We do our best to prevent pests inside the house, but you may still encounter them.

Main areas of the property for your use are:
- The main house (the 'Casita' is part of the same main house and garage structure, with an arched walkway from the front yard through to the back courtyard)
- The dock and yards
- The covered picnic porch, tables, and gas grill by our barn (not inside the barn itself)

*** We do not provide outdoor towels or blankets for the dock and lake. Please use our bath and hand towels inside only.
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About the area

New Braunfels

Located in New Braunfels, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Gruene Hall is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Guadalupe River and Comal River. Travelling with kids? Consider Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark, or check out an event or a game at Matador Stadium. With jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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New Braunfels, TX

What's nearby

  • Guadalupe River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • The Bandit Golf Club - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Comal River - 13 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark - 14 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Gruene Hall - 17 min drive - 16.9 km

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 32 min drive
  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Tejano Mexican Restaurant #2 - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pho Tran 88 - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Texas Bistro At Park View - ‬13 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sid W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was great! House was very nice and clean. No issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erika W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent host! Well stocked kitchen. A lot f space for large groups.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot for a vacation

Large group had a great time - property is as advertised, plenty of spaces to sleep for a group of 18. Air conditioning worked incredibly even on a hot summer day. Would highly recommend this spot.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clayton C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Large Family Getaway

Beautiful property and house. Everything was perfect and the hosts were wonderful. Would highly recommend this property to any family looking to spend time together on the river.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot on the river.

We stayed here while on a guys golf/river trip. The house is fantastic! As advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betty G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday celebration

We had an amazing time and everyone enjoyed their stay. Everything was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

New Braunfels

Very nice large nice outdoor space firepit
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Veera P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friends and Family get together

Property is well maintained. Very responsive home owner. Had a relaxing weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing house

Too many good things to list. Hosts were amazing. Best weekend ever
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

chris n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Jeff was great to work with
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home and Property

We had a wonderful time during our stay! The check-in was very easy, communication was wonderful, and the house was gorgeous. My favorite parts of the house are definitely the kitchen and the outdoor seating. We floated the river during the day and relaxed on the patio and dock area in the evenings. We will be going back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2023
Thanks Amber, we hope we can be a part of your family vacations for years to come.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family fun on the river and Schlitterbahn

We had 15 people from 3 generations. Plenty of room for everyone, kitchen well stocked, hosts quick to respond and helpful with local attractions. Listing reflected property well. Close to Clear Springs Restaurant and only around 15 min drive to Schlitterbaun, Comal River ride, HEB plus.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Better than the Pictures

The pictures show a very nice property, but the place is much nicer and more accommodating than what the pictures reveal. We thoroughly enjoyed fishing, swimming, sitting out on the porch, dining, or even lounging with the family in the living room watching the TV. The host communicated well and made the stay more comfortable and easy at checkout.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal multi-family home in great location

Our family traveled down from Minnesota to be close to other family members in Marion, TX for the Total Solar Eclipse. We absolutely loved the layout and design of the house. We didn’t spend anytime on the water, but it is a great set up for anyone who would enjoy that. There was a bottle of wine from their family label left for us which was delicious. Clean, easy instructions, spacious, close to Greene. Everything we could have wanted!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Therese H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An absolute beautiful house and location on the river.It was perfect for our mothers 95th birthday and reunion.The indoor areas and the outside sitting areas esp. the fire pit.Jeff and I managed very easily with our communications Usually over my lame queries and requests. He was always helpful. Fully stocked chefs style kitchen. We have 2 chefs in the family so that worked out well. The gas grill was helpful ( I wish it was a bit closer to the main house. But perfectly situated if you are using the barn, Sadly we didn't have time to enjoy down by the water only the youngest grandchild did attempt some fishing. Lovely . Thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kayci H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect property for the perfect getaway

The pictures do this property absolutely no justice. The house is huge and stunning. Plenty of space for our large crowd. The water at the back of the property was amazing. We spent the weekend celebrating my husbands birthday and it was definitely one for the books. Any questions I had the property owners were very quick to respond. If your looking for a home to accommodate a large group then this property is for you. You will not be disappointed,
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2023
Thanks Kayci, we really appreciate your comments about the house. It's been a lot of work to get it renovated. We fell in love with those living room and courtyard patio views when we first saw it.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Family Retreat!

We celebrated my 65th birthday over the 4th of July weekend and we could not have chosen a more perfect place in a beautiful setting. We had family members ranging from 87 to 1 year and everyone had a bed and bath and privacy! The home is perfect for entertaining and family gatherings. The owners have thought of every detail to make this an enjoyable experience. We laughed, created wonderful memories, swam in the river, fished, kayaked and didn’t leave this location because everything we needed was right there! The owners were highly responsive to any questions we had. I really hate to leave such a wonderful review because I’d like to keep this 5 ⭐️place to myself 🥰. Thank you Jeff & Jessica for providing a beautiful place to create beautiful memories ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2023
Thanks Julie, we're so glad you enjoyed your stay, and loved seeing the pictures of your grandkids playing in the water and fishing!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Huge Slice of Happiness!

Large group, plenty of space indoors and outdoors. The property is well maintained, yet still in a natural state. Our group was there during a heat wave and burn ban, but that didn't deter us at all. We still spent time outdoors in the evening watching the beautiful sky, and in the river during the day. Kitchen was the main area and held our group. We even had a Private Chef and everything he needed to cook was provided. We can't wait to go back. I would love to answer questions but Jeff is wonderful at it. Book! It! NOW!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Callie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best trip ever!!

I could not have imagined a more perfect place to stay for our annual friends reunion trip! Jeff and Jessica have such a stunning property inside and out, the beds were so comfortable, everyone said they slept great every morning and having two washers/dryers was a huge plus too! The property exactly checked all of our boxes for our large group- spacious, on land, right on the water, full amenities, close to Gruene Hall, and not far from Whitewater either! We spent every day just hanging out in the backyard and on the river, we didn't have to worry about driving somewhere to go float. The kitchen was probably the hotspot for late night hangs and game nights, everyone enjoyed themselves. Jeff and Jessica were quick to respond and communicating any last minute needs as well! Thank you so much again and hope we can come again soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Family Thanksgiving

The size of the home worked out perfect for our family gathering of about 22 people total. Inside Well equipped with everything needed for cooking our Thanksgiving dinner. Inside the home was great. The outside of the home where we spent the majority of our time was under kept. Spider webs every where, on all the out door furniture . The home had many windows for the view of the river windows were dirty with spider webs on the outside. Patio furniture was torn and moldy . The dock area by the river was dirty and unkept, old leaves tree limbs piled in a corner old swim floats with dirt and mold . All outdoor space could have used a good power wash everywhere
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Nov 2024
Hi Vanessa, thank you for the feedback and we're so glad you enjoyed the family time. We acknowledge that the dust from summer had built up, and was due for a cleaning. We got in there this week (20 Nov) and cleaned all the windows and pressure washed outside. We have also replaced the cushions on the 2 lounge chairs which had some tears, and completed haul-off from some tree trimming to improve the view from the deck and maintain the trees ahead of winter.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raymundo G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Una muy buena opcion para pasar vacaciones con la familia

Muy bien puesto todo, buen servicio y todo lo que se necesita para estar cómodos
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2023
Raymundo, we wish you a great New Year, and hope you return to stay with us again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louana P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to celebrate!

The home was beautiful and spacious for our group celebrating a birthday. There is plenty of seating and lounging areas for everyone to spread out. Great views of the river. Well stocked kitchen. Top of line appliances. Would highly recommend to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Logan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place

Great facility and beautiful property. Will be returning
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larissa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, peaceful property!

We had a wonderful family vacation on the Guadalupe. Beautiful property and it was so quiet and peaceful during our stay. The home has ample room for guests and the beds are comfy. We all had a great time down by the river fishing, kayaking and hanging out in the water. The cows and donkey next door were a fun extra for our two grandkids. Jeff and Jessica were a pleasure to communicate with and were so helpful with any questions we had. Great hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

June M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect New Braunfels house for a large group!

This house is perfect for a large group and the online pictures do not do the house justice! The hosts were VERY quick to respond to any questions and were great with sending updates. We had a group of 19, ages 7 to 50+ and there was plenty of space for all of us to hang out together or spread out into smaller groups. The kitchen had everything we needed and we cooked a lot so used many different pots and pans. The room sizes were great and everyone commented that they were surprised how good they slept on the mattresses since it’s pretty common to sleep on poor quality or very old mattresses in rentals. We had fun hanging out on the back patio and even more fun on the dock. The water past the dock can be deep for some but even the 7 and 8 year olds were swimming using the floats that the owner provided. A few of us caught bass and even some pretty large catfish too. The only negative I can think of is that there were no large trash cans outside by the house. We had a large group and cooked every meal at the house so we had a lot of trash by the end of the day. Luckily we had a truck so we took the trash to the bins by the hwy, as the owners asked, daily so we didn’t have any issues with animals ripping open our trash bags. Overall, a very happy and successful end of summer trip for all. Can’t wait to come again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
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