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Whitewater Ranch Retreat

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A spacious living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the kitchen.
A two-story house with a covered porch and a staircase leading to the upper level.
A dining area with a wooden table, black chairs, and two potted plants.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a ceiling fan, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a dining area with a view.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Overlooking the river
    Guests like the scenic riverfront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Guadalupe River

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator
  • Garage parking available

Explore the area

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Canyon Lake, TX
  • Place, Guadalupe River
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitewater Amphitheatre
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Canyon Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Antonio, TX (SAT-San Antonio Intl.)
    ‪72 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1 / Master

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 / Guest Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3 / Bunk Room

2 Single Beds and 2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Canyon Lake

Located in Canyon Lake, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Guadalupe River and Comal River. The Heritage Museum of the Texas Hill Country and Texas Ski Ranch are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
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Canyon Lake, TX

What's nearby

  • Guadalupe River - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Whitewater Amphitheatre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Canyon Lake - 7 min drive - 4.2 km
  • San Marcos Premium Outlets - 37 min drive - 38.9 km
  • Texas State University - 44 min drive - 49.0 km

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 34 min drive
  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Granny D's Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Canyon City Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dam Red Barn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wildflour Artisan Bakery & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Whitewater Ranch Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Whitewater Ranch Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Whitewater Ranch Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whitewater Ranch Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Whitewater Ranch Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Guadalupe River and Whitewater Amphitheatre. Canyon Lake and Canyon Lake Gorge are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 145 out of 148 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 148 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 148 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 148 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 148 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our 2nd time staying at this house. Everything about this property is perfect, location, kitchen supplies and beds are super comfortable. Our group had an amazing vacation thanks to such wonderful hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2026
Thank much Jane. Thank you so much also for being a return guest. We can't thank you enough for your continued support and look forward to having you back soon. Thank you for treating the home as your own.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very fun!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is clean and beautiful. The host is very easy to communicate with. Easy to check in and check out. Perfect river access. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home right on the river! House had all the amenities you would need. Very cozy homelike feeling. We loved sitting on the swig by the river and watching the ducks swim by. I don’t like to leave good reviews bc next time I go to book the house, I know it will be gone The hosts were very communicative and the neighbor was a sweetheart!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great vacation rental!! We will definitely be back! The house was very well stocked, much better than other rentals we have stayed at. The host was very communicative and responsive. The house was spacious with plenty of room inside and out for our group of 12. The location on the river was ideal! The absolute best spot! We will definitely be back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great stay for our family! Plenty of room for us, the ac was great! We liked having the direct river access. The shed has plenty of yard & river games/equipment. The grill brush was missing but the owner was quick to order one for us, however I do wish it was already cleaned. Overall everything was good & I wish we stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great! Super easy and was able to fully relax!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic stay

Great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house. Very clean and organized. Had everything we needed. Great location on the river. Quiet neighborhood but close to Sattler, new Braunfels, and Wimberly. Great fishing too
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It feels like a home away from home. Beautifully kept, perfectly located, and so comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, house was nice and up to expectations
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location! Very attentive host. Houses amazing. Great amenities. Comfortable beds. The back porch - incredible!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great, Comfortable Stay

We really enjoyed the property, definitely the nicest one we saw around us.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar, 2021
Adam, thanks for being our guest at Whitewater Ranch Retreat. Can't thank you enough and look forward to your next visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome spot and home!

Unbeatable location and amenities. Great host. Everything you want from a vacation property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place!

Super cute house in the perfect location for relaxing or river fun!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct, 2020
Thanks Crystal for the positive review and also thank you for being our guest. You all were fantastic and hope we have you back next year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful vacation at Whitewater Ranch Retreat! The location is perfect and the property is beautiful! The owners were very prompt with communication as well. We are already checking our calendars to book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had such a great time! We stayed for the weekend and wished it could’ve been longer! Very clean and well kept home. Comfy beds with plenty of bedding. The kids enjoyed all the recreational supplies available too, and of course the gorgeous outdoors! Thank you for such a lovely home!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Romantic weekend

Great weekend away
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar, 2021
Thank you for being our guest Cherry. Truly Appreciated!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing place to stay!

This was BY FAR the best VRBO we have ever stayed in. The property is gorgeous, the home is beautiful and host Brandon did the best job making sure our stay was great. We cannot recommend this place enough! Our family of six loved everything about this place!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Apr, 2023
It was a pleasure to have your group Beth and can't wait to have you all back. Thank you so much!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

River location is perfect for families! Beautiful home with great entertainment area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May, 2022
Thank you Sydney for being our guest Sydney. Hope to host you all again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Rental Stay

Our family and friends enjoyed our stay. Property accommodated 7 of us easily including sleeping, bathing, and sharing meals. Great property and great location. We floated the horseshoe right from the property, rented a pontoon boat and went tubing on Canyon Lake, ate at the Grist Mill and listened to music at Gruene Hall, several fire pit and snores right next to the river at night, and so on.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul, 2025
David, thank you so much for taking great care of the house and thank you for being our guest at Whitewater Ranch Retreat. We look forward to having you back very soon.. Brandon
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome!

Wonderful time with our family! Perfect location and awesome for families. We enjoyed ourselves and will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun, 2020
Thank you so much Rachel for the positive review. We appreciate how well you treated our property and can't wait to have you all back. Until next time...
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful location and property!

Our family rented this home for a little getaway and it was amazing. The location was beautiful right on the river, the house was very well kept and had everything we needed. We will definitely rent again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct, 2020
Thank you for such a wonderful review. We appreciate you taking time out of your day to post such positive comments. Our reviews are so important to other guests considering renting our property so again thank you!!!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great relaxing experience

Wonderful place with a great backyard. Will definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug, 2021
Hope to have you again soon Sankar!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with a gorgeous view of the river and walk in access for floating or nice fire pit area and swing for sitting by the river and just relaxing. The host was so welcoming and made our stay so comfortable. All the small details like Fiji waters on the nightstand along with chocolates on the pillows and snacks on the kitchen counter made the home so comfortable. The house is very well appointed with all the creature comforts and is very clean and well-maintained. We had a great time and will definitely be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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