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Family& Pet friendly Lake Retreat w Pool+ hot tub 3BR sleeps 6 Canyon Lake, TX”

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A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and a farmhouse ceiling.
A dining area with a wooden ceiling, a chandelier, and a fireplace. There are white chairs and a table with a vase of flowers.
A dining area with a fireplace, white cabinetry, and a table set with flowers.
A hot tub surrounded by candles and trees in a backyard setting.
A kitchen with a brick backsplash, a wooden countertop, and white cabinetry.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Canyon Lake

Popular amenities

  • Massages in spa
  • Balcony
  • Hot tub on site
  • Private pool
  • Dog-friendly
  • Limo or town car service available

Explore the area

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Canyon Lake, TX
  • Place, Canyon Lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitewater Amphitheatre
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Six Flags Fiesta Texas
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Antonio, TX (SAT-San Antonio Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

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About the area

Canyon Lake

Located on a river, this holiday home is in Canyon Lake Village West, a neighbourhood in Canyon Lake. 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 McKenna Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Canyon Lake, TX

What's nearby

  • Canyon Lake - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Comal Park - 12 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Whitewater Amphitheatre - 14 min drive - 12.4 km
  • San Marcos Premium Outlets - 49 min drive - 50.5 km
  • Six Flags Fiesta Texas - 57 min drive - 72.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Granny D's Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Startz Cafe - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Family& Pet friendly Lake Retreat w Pool+ hot tub 3BR sleeps 6 Canyon Lake, TX” have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Family& Pet friendly Lake Retreat w Pool+ hot tub 3BR sleeps 6 Canyon Lake, TX”?

As of 23 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family& Pet friendly Lake Retreat w Pool+ hot tub 3BR sleeps 6 Canyon Lake, TX” on 22 Feb, 2027 start from S$1,755, 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.

Is Family& Pet friendly Lake Retreat w Pool+ hot tub 3BR sleeps 6 Canyon Lake, TX” pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Family& Pet friendly Lake Retreat w Pool+ hot tub 3BR sleeps 6 Canyon Lake, TX”?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family& Pet friendly Lake Retreat w Pool+ hot tub 3BR sleeps 6 Canyon Lake, TX”?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family& Pet friendly Lake Retreat w Pool+ hot tub 3BR sleeps 6 Canyon Lake, TX”?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family& Pet friendly Lake Retreat w Pool+ hot tub 3BR sleeps 6 Canyon Lake, TX” located?

Located in Canyon Lake Village West, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.2 km) from Canyon Lake and within 3 miles (5 km) of Guadalupe River and The Heritage Museum of the Texas Hill Country. 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. 14 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Great property
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jun, 2025
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. Let is host you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sonny Hillside Hideaway has exceeded our expectations. Quiet, centrally located, and incredible views all throughout, made for a perfect Spring Break family getaway. The home itself was beautifully appointed, lovingly maintained and very roomy and inviting. The backyard areas (outside living area with tv, hot tub, and pool) were some of the highlights of our stay and helped to create great family memories. The beds were extremely comfortable, bathrooms (especially the rainfall showers) were a treat, and the kitchen made for fun family meals and entertaining. The hosts ( Angela & Brian ) were easy to communicate with and answered any and all questions. My family and I wholeheartedly recommend here for your next family adventure! Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar, 2026
We are so very happy that you had a great day. Thank you so much for sharing. We would love to host you again. Just contact us directly. We will give you a great deal. Angela and Bryan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We loved our visit to the hill country!

The house was beautiful, well-stocked, the owners were very quick to respond to all messages! I definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely house

Our family of 4 had a great time at the Canyon Lake house. It was very spacious, clean and well appointed. We loved the outdoor space. It was quiet and peaceful. We woild definitely recommend it to anyone staying in the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very relaxing

Very clean, had all the things we forgot for our trip, nice and quiet. Great peaceful weekend getaway and we got to give our dog a much needed bath! Will come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great mini vacation

The house is in a great location. You can’t see the lake from the house but it is at the end of the neighborhood. It’s very close to Canyon Lake Gorge and National Bridge Caverns & Safari. The pool was clean and lots of fun. The house is very relaxing, comfy and well equipped. Shower pressure was great and there was plenty of towels. Beds were very comfortable as well. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
My girl-group of mature ladies really enjoyed our stay at Sonny Hillside. The location was great for day trips to other hill country towns. Except for several steps in and around the house, the accomodations were great. The kitchen and bathrooms were filled with anything and everything you could possibly needed. It was also so cool to see the beautiful deer in the neighborhood. But above all this was the excellent communications with the host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Holiday

Arrived to warm lights and Christmas tunes playing softly. Very nice atmosphere. Good spaces for gathering. Weather did not support using outside deck, campfire and hot tub areas but nicely arranged. Bedrooms and bathrooms clean and well atocked. Quiet neighborhood - remote from city bustle, just the way we wanted it!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Apr, 2023
Sharon, We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for the lovely review. We hope to host you again. Angela and Bryan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enchanting stay

This property is delightfull. Everything we could ask for close to the lake without all the craziness of being on the lake. The home is cozy and has anything one could ask for. Hot tub, pool, grill and wood burning pizza oven. Peaceful Coffee in the morning on the porch with the deer. Deck in the evening to enjoy the stars and cool evening. Close to both Gruene and Whitewater made for fun outings for my daughters. Absolutely will return. And recommend to everyone who asks me about staying in the area!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct, 2023
DeeAnn, Thank you so much for the kind review! We hope to host you again. Angela and Bryan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome place!!

The owner thought of everything possible. We really enjoyed the hot tub. The pizza oven was great and a lot of family fun went into our pizzas. The place was very clean and plenty of room for everyone. The welcome basket was a nice touch and we loved the wine. We come to the lake several times a year and this was our first time to stay here. It will not be our last. We already booked again for summer! We can’t wait!!! So happy to have a favorite place to stay at the lake that fits everyone comfortably!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr, 2023
Elise, We are so happy you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to hosting you again and sharing our favorite wineries. Angela and Bryan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Such a treat. Owner has a talent for decor

We were so impressed with all of the amenities. Every kind of coffee, toiletries, etc...The hot tub was a hit! The fact we could bring our dogs was 100% a huge plus. They even had a pet station outside. The deer ate from our hands, and the front porch kitty was a plus! We will continue to rent from this couple any time we have family visit and want to go to canyon lake. We are so happy to have found this adorable family with their beautiful home. Thank you for having us, The Ponders
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun, 2023
We are so happy that your time here was enjoyable. Thank you for all the wonderful comments. We would love to have you back. Great Guests
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gruene Weekend

The house was perfect for our weekend getaway. We were close to Gruene where we had several activities. The house was very comfortable. There are steps, different levels in the house & back yard area, so might be harder for older adults. The welcome basket was a nice touch (thank you). We did have trouble with the coffee machine (making a pot), not sure what we were doing wrong. Also in both queen bedrooms the ceiling fan light would randomly come on during the night. Thank you and we would rent there & with owners again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2023
Randy and Jonna, We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay. And we hope to host you again in the future. We have added a pool to the property so keep that in mind for next summer. Angela and Bryan owners
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Thoughtful owners and quiet getaway

The house is as depicted in photos. The owners are very responsive and have included thoughtful touches throughout the house, including fresh flowers, robes, snacks and wine basket waiting at check-in, etc. Everything you need to stay comfortably is on-site. We loved that the house is pet-friendly. We detected a bit of pet odor in the living room / primary bedroom on arrival as noted by another reviewer; we passed this information on and the owners were responsive to us. We get that that is one downfall of having / allowing pets and we didn’t dwell on it. Our four hot-tubbers initially enjoyed but then all had a skin reaction to the hot tub; again, we passed that info on so the owners could speak to their weekly pool / hot tub service to double-check chemical levels, etc. Overall, we enjoyed the Canyon Lake area and our group had a good time.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Apr, 2024
Michele, We are so sorry about the hot tub. We do have weekly pool and hot tub service. My pool guy said all were ready to go before your arrival. Yes we do allow pets we love fur babies and sometimes it can be a down fall. We are glad you enjoyed your stay. Angela and Bryan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous 4th of July

We had a fantastic experience. From the moment we arrived, we were impressed with the property. The house itself was spacious, clean, and beautifully decorated. The owners had clearly put a lot of thought into creating a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere. The amenities provided were outstanding. The kitchen was well-equipped with modern appliances, making it easy for us to prepare meals throughout our stay. The bedrooms were cozy and provided a good night's sleep, and the bathrooms were clean and stocked with fresh towels. One of the highlights of the property was the outdoor space. The backyard was beautifully landscaped, and we enjoyed spending time on the patio, grilling and relaxing. . The location of the house was also convenient. It was situated in a quiet neighborhood, away from the hustle and bustle, yet close enough to local attractions and amenities. We appreciated the privacy and tranquility that the location offered. Lastly, I want to mention the excellent communication and hospitality of the hosts. They were responsive to our inquiries and made sure we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Their attention to detail and willingness to accommodate our needs made our experience even more enjoyable. Overall, I highly recommend this house. It provided a wonderful vacation experience, and I would not hesitate to book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jul, 2023
Hi Kristin Thank you so much, Please come back and see us again. You and your group were a pleasure to work with. Angela and bryan mgrs
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Not what we expected from reviews and listing

Note: we booked this home with 24 hrs notice, so perhaps that’s why our experience was so diff from other reviews? Pros: Spacious home, plenty of bath linens. Quiet street, quiet neighbor. Deer, porch kitty, bats, birds. Hot tub. Fenced yard. Thoughtful touches and amenities. Easy to find. Cons: NOT “a few blocks” from the boat ramp. It is 1.7 MILES to the ramp. This was pretty misleading. Community pool is NOT for guests… prop owners are supposed to be with guests. Instructions said to “just say your with us.” We didn’t go, out of respect for other owners. Hate to say, but the home was dirty. I’m not a neat freak like my husband, but even my kids and I were grossed out. Housekeeping was still there, quickly finishing about 15 mins after check in. Even if she had more time to finish turnover housekeeping, a deep cleaning was much needed. Both shower non slip pads were filthy, to the point that removed them and cleaned the tubs as best I could. Any surface not part of “maintenance” cleaning was quite covered with pet and human hair, dust, and cobwebs. Many of the clean dishes in the cabs and drawers still had food residue (food, not water spots). When the cleaner smell and air fresheners faded, a noticeable pet urine smell lingered, strongest in the living room. While the advertised price was acceptable (esp on short notice), after fees etc, we did *not* feel we got what we paid for. Felt like we couldn’t really relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct, 2023
Jessica, First of all, your welcome. We accommodated you same day. “ Rescued you” were your words. We stayed in contact with you the entire visit. You NEVER said a word. We personally checked the house before you arrived to make sure the hot tub, back yard and home was perfect for your visit. We own a cleaning company and I am a neat freak! This and the fact we check before EVERY guest arrival tells me this is not accurate. We have never had these kinds of complaints and would have been glad to make you happy. There is NO pet smell. It is a home that allows pets. Perhaps you don't own one….The things you listed are ridiculous. To bite a helpful hand and give a 3 is just unacceptable. You said nothing about the $50 gift basket w wine. The hotel quality beds and linens …… the golf cart, feeding the deer. The views etc. We have our own pool! Maybe you forgot where you stayed. Im sorry if you feel your stay was not what you expected but we are certain things were in order before your visit. Maybe you should not book at the last minute. The Johnson’s
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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