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Put Your Toes in the Water - House on Lake 1.8 Acres

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View from coming up from lake
Property grounds
Living Room area with TV
View from upstairs loft
Grill and Hibatchi

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Deck or patio

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Canyon Lake, TX
  • Place, Canyon Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitewater Amphitheatre
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Six Flags Fiesta Texas
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Antonio, TX (SAT-San Antonio Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

2nd Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4/loft

1 Single Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Hallway bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Hollywood style bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Put Your Toes in the Water - House on Lake 1.8 Acres

Enjoy our Vintage Home on Canyon Lake! This private family home is one of the original homes on the south shore and is located on 1.8 acres. Sitting on the outdoor lounging deck, you have views of the cove, the island in the middle of the lake, and will even have the deer come up to ask for a handout. You can walk down to the water, set up chairs, hang out on your floats, tie up your boat/jet ski to the buoy, watch the beautiful sunsets or sunrises, or get that golden tan. The front of the home has a huge meadow that can be used for sports (kickball, football, soccer, frisbee, etc.) or you can park numerous cars and water toy trailers. The whole house just went through an updated remodel to give it that vintage charm. If you love to cook outdoors, then we have a grill and a hibachi just for you. We keep a spare propane tank just in case you need more. The A/C is ice cold and there is plenty of seating for eating and socializing. If you are watching a sporting match but want to be where the action is on the back porch/deck, we have a Swivel TV for you to turn on. We also have 4 other TV's located inside the house. The TV's are connected through WIFI and you can get your sports, Netflix, movies, regular channels, ESPN, and numerous other channels we subscribe to. There is plenty of WIFI to keep you connected. Hope this house brings you a bunch of memories like it has for our family.
We get this question a lot, “Can we bring a dog? I am sorry but we will not allow any pets on the property due to many reasons. If you have any questions, please ask me. Canyon Lake is such a great place.
Thank you

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Loud music allowed

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Canyon Lake

Located in Canyon Lake, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Guadalupe River and Comal River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark and The Heritage Museum of the Texas Hill Country. With jet skiing, scuba diving and waterskiing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Canyon Lake, TX

What's nearby

  • Canyon Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Whitewater Amphitheatre - 10 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark - 23 min drive - 28.9 km
  • Six Flags Fiesta Texas - 44 min drive - 66.9 km
  • San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium - 46 min drive - 71.5 km

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 42 min drive
  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Maven's Inn & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Startz Cafe - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Put Your Toes in the Water - House on Lake 1.8 Acres pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Put Your Toes in the Water - House on Lake 1.8 Acres?

As of 12 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Put Your Toes in the Water - House on Lake 1.8 Acres on 13 Apr, 2026 start from S$478, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Put Your Toes in the Water - House on Lake 1.8 Acres?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Put Your Toes in the Water - House on Lake 1.8 Acres?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Put Your Toes in the Water - House on Lake 1.8 Acres?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Put Your Toes in the Water - House on Lake 1.8 Acres located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Canyon Lake and within 3 mi (5 km) of The Heritage Museum of the Texas Hill Country and Guadalupe River. Whitewater Amphitheatre and Comal Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 21 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time here! Between paddle boarding, canoeing and fishing we all had a blast! It’s the perfect place for a nice quiet getaway at canyon lake! The owners were great and thoughtful with what was available inside the house. Definitely will be back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

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

GREAT HOUSE

We had a great time here. It was perfect setup for our family get together.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Knowles P.

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

Weekend getaway

Great water access, Rocky but still good place to cool down.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Foster C.

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

Great family time.

Great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryce G.

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

Guys weekend getaway

The property was beautiful and provided ample space to relax and enjoy the hill country. The outdoors furniture made finding a relaxing place to sit easy. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Morgan M.

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

Fun and Convenient

Loved the stay- the home was beautiful and exactly as advertised. The loft was really hot when we got there but with fans and AC it became comfortable really quickly! Checking in and out was simple and we were in a very reasonable distance for all the activities we wanted to do. The outside definitely hasn’t been maintained as well as the inside but it was still nice to sit on the porch in the mornings and evenings and enjoy a cup of coffee with our loved ones! Would happily recommend to others!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles and Deborah K.

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

Perfect for family vacation!

We loved staying here for our spring break! The newly renovated inside was very clean and comfortable and had some fun extras like a loft, a piano, beautiful views from every room… I could’ve spent so much more time there discovering the little treasures of this property. The outside of the home is full of extras like canoes, outdoor games, a fire pit, lots of seating areas, feeding the deer that come into the yard (corn provided) and the lights at night were a nice touch. I can just imagine all of the fun filled family get togethers the owner must have had. Thank you Louis for sharing your beautiful home with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily L.

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

Older home, but very cozy!

This property was definitely stocked with anything and everything one would need to enjoy their time away from home. We enjoyed everything about our stay, except for the rain the entire time!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dillon J.

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

Great location!

Great home that is very well equipped with everything you and your family need for the stay. You can tell this is lake house that has been in a family for many years, and not some fly by night short term rental. Great communication with the owner was also very much appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Melissa N.

Liked: Check-in, communication

Trees

The trees need to be cut back to make the lake more visible from the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Dirce E.

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

Beautiful Scenery

Very Comfortable, Relaxing Atmosphere
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine J.

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

Amazing

Beautiful property! Great time!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

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

Awesome Place on the Lake!

We loved this place and cannot wait to book it again. I could not get enough of the gorgeous views of the water sitting on the deck. The deer would come up and the owner had a can full of corn to feed them. We cooked on the Hibachi grill and played corn hole in the evening. The canoes were a special treat and there were even life jackets for our little ones. Looking forward to our next visit to Canyon Lake.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Hakan C.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Definitely avoid this property

I don’t even know where to begin about how disappointed we were with this property. First time ever, staying at a vrbo that I felt, we had to move somewhere else. There was just nasty stuff everywhere. Bunch of shoes stockpiled outside in the porch. Melted gummies stuck all over the outside deck. House was clearly not cleaned before we arrive. Septic tank discharges straight into the yard. Owner thinks this is completely normal. My daughter fell off the stairs from second floor within the first couple hours we arrived because I have never seen such horrible stairs (more like a ladder). There was bunch of chairs and tables thrown around in the backyard. Grill was beyond disgusting. My wife and her mum spent the first couple hours just cleaning the house so we can sleep in for the night and owner simply just refunded us the cleaning fee. What a way to start your Texas vacation. Definitely avoid this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May, 2022
It saddens me to hear that your stay was unsatisfactory. We were very responsive to all your messages and we did credit you 2 nights as well as the cleaning fee. We did address this with the cleaning crew and we were unable to send pictures as you never sent those to us as we requested. The septic system was serviced in Fall 2021 and is in good shape. Septic tanks do have a gray water runoff, but it is not near the house. We had left a few pair of water shoes for guests to use in case they forgot theirs, but will remove those from porch area. We try to make sure our guests have everything for them to use to have a great vacation. After our last phone conversation, things sounded fine so we were surprised to see this review almost 3 months after your stay and your credits. Thanks for your comments and I hope in the future you find something that works for you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Staci H.

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

Cute cabin, great location

Loved being able to walk down and swim, even in November. So many deer!! The stairs up to the loft warrant caution, but we were really comfortable and would go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Canyon lake stay

This property is located on a great part of the lake! You can swim and park your boat right at the base of the property. They house is perfect for friends and family. We enjoyed our stay at the house thoroughly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

Shabby chic oasis

This place doesn’t look like much from the street, but it was perfect! The owner leaves tons of water toys to play with and everything you might need in the house. I brought six young people with me, two 13 year old girls and two older couple ranging from 18 to 21. Everyone loved the place. It’s right on the beautiful and not very developed lake. Very comfortable. It isn’t absolutely clean, but who cares? It was nearly perfect in every other way!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

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

Great wildlife

I think the highlight was just all the animals. I have 4 little girls and they enjoyed the deer. The adults got to see the fox several times in the evening. The fishing was exceptional at dusk. My wife and I each caught bass
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine C.

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

Wonderful Get Away

We stayed for the week leading up to Christmas, and it was a great get away. We had deer and ducks visit us every day—the owner left a can of feed our, and the animals know it! We also had a curious fox and raccoon. The location on the lake was great for fishing, and the path it well lit. We love the lights on the tree out back, and the weather was perfect for a fire in the fire pit. We definitely would love to come back when it’s warmer and get out on the lake.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luis S.

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

Home away from home.

Home away from home. That's as good a review as I could possibly give. My friends and I needed a place to relax and unwind over a few days, to get away from all the craziness in the world for just a bit. The area is beautiful and the home was very welcoming and cozy. We were visited by deer on a daily basis, and one night a curious fox came a sat close to us while we chatted on the back porch. James the owner of the property was always courteous and available to answer any questions we had. Highly recommend for small or larger groups. Would stay here again.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct, 2020
Glad you enjoyed it. So glad the fox showed up. Hopefully you found the deer feed on the back porch to treat them - LOL - Looking forward to you all coming back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin B.

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

Beautiful, calm and relaxing property

James' family lakehouse is a charming, rustic A-frame on a beautiful piece of land with amazing main body views and access to Canyon Lake. While it's an older home with the associated quirks, it's been tastefully remodeled and was perfectly clean and comfortable for our long weekend. The location is ideal-on a quiet dead end street with no traffic, but easy to access and close to New Braunfels and several other small towns. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, and will consider it again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

About the host

Hosted by Louis Mayer

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I grew up going to my grandparents house on the lake. This home was here before the lake was filled in. Matter of fact, my parents used to drive through where the lake is to get supplies when building this home. I am so glad to share this place with everyone. It has made so many memories for me and my family and I hope it does the same for you.

Why they chose this property

You can park your boat, jet ski, or just hang out right in front of the house in the water. Come on up for lunch or have a picnic down at the water's edge. We have all TV's for your sporting events, movies, etc. Very cold A/C and warm Heat if you come during the winter time.

What makes this property unique

There is a corn hold playing area located right next to the outdoor deck and grills. There is plenty of seating for everyone to enjoy the view of the lake.

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