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Gruene River Haven - High & Dry On The River

Riverfront vacation home with a sauna and a hot tub

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Experience the tranquility of The Gruene River Haven, situated directly on the Guadalupe River with 150 feet of river frontage. Enjoy toobing or kayaking from a private floating dock surrounded by ancient cypress trees, relax in covered and shaded patios amidst large pecan and oak trees or cozy up around a large fire pit area.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

9 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 253500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Hot tub
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Gruene River Haven - High & Dry On The River

The Gruene River Haven sleeps 22 and is a fantastic location to experience all that the New Braunfels and Gruene area have to offer. Situated directly on the Guadalupe River with 150 feet of river frontage it is the perfect location for family reunions, corporate events, small intimate weddings or any group gathering. Along the riverfront there are huge ancient cypress trees towering over a private floating river dock perfect for toobing, kayaking, or fishing. The grounds consist of covered and shaded patios surrounded by large pecan and oak trees, a large fire pit area and a lush green lawn leading down to the river. On the patio there is a 55" large screen outdoor smart TV, bluetooth enabled sound bar, propane fired BBQ grill, charcoal/wood smoker, propane fired fire table, hot weather outdoor fan and a cold weather propane fired patio heater. Also, there is a 12 foot long outdoor cedar plank "Star Bar" perfect for summer time toober people watching. Toobs and kayaks are available for guest use. There is a Saluspa Hot Tub on an outdoor deck available with a $20 preparation fee. The house is a cozy setting with virtually every room in the house having an amazing view of the Guadalupe River. 9 bedrooms give everyone the privacy they need while still sleeping 22 comfortably. There are smart TVs in every bedroom, living room and patio with cable. There is a dining room and breakfast dining area perfect for large holiday meals. The kitchen is fully equipped with pots, pans, utensils and cooking essentials. There is a high chair and pack n play available.

Pets are generally not allowed but exceptions can be made for one maybe two pets under 50 lbs. You must request owner permission, sign a pet waiver and pay $50/day per pet fee/deposit before arrival.

There is a vacation rental RV on a secluded part of the property at the top of a hill away from the main house which we rent separately and may have guests staying in it during your stay.

The RV mentioned above can be made available to rent in addition to the main house for larger groups. With the RV rented in addition to the main house there is sleeping space for 26 and room to park 15 vehicles. Please contact us for details.

It is possible that during daylight hours only we will need to launch toobers and kayakers from the river dock during your stay. These will be guests staying at our other properties.

Comal County WORD Permit #L1494

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 9 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 6.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking allowed outside only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

No more than 25 people and 8-10 vehicles are permitted on the property without prior permission from the owner. Please see attached rental agreement.
Pets are generally not allowed but exceptions can be made by requesting owner permission, signing a pet waiver before arrival and paying $50/day/pet
Swim at your own risk. Tenant acknowledges there is no lifeguard on duty at the river. If wanted hot tub prep fee $20.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Fees for events over 25 people. Contact owners.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outside only

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 60
Note from host: Fees for events over 25 people. Contact owners.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Gruene River Haven - On The Guadalupe River New Braunfels

About the area

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New Braunfels, TX

What's nearby

  • Gruene Hall - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • New Braunfels Town Center at Creekside - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Comal River - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark - 7 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Landa Park - 8 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 23 min drive
  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Freebirds World Burrito - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Los Gallos Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chicken Salad Chick - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gruene River Haven - High & Dry On The River pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Gruene River Haven - High & Dry On The River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gruene River Haven - High & Dry On The River?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gruene River Haven - High & Dry On The River located?

Located in Gruene, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Guadalupe River and Gruene Hall. Comal River and Christus Santa Rosa Hospital New Braunfels are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Gruene River Haven - High & Dry On The River Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 238 out of 256 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 256 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 256 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 256 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 256 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Becky V.

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

Family wedding

We rented the house for a family wedding in Gruene so we could all stay together. The view is so beautiful and the accommodation was perfect for a large family
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miranda L.

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

Family New Year's Eve

Great size for our group and loved the firepit in the evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellie M.

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

Best weekend ever!

We loved staying here so much! We had about 20 college students and it was great, we definitely want to come back. Tons of room to spread out and the best outdoor space you could ask for. Great location too, only a 20 minute walk from Gruene Hall.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Whit E.

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

Business trip

Went great. Nice place for the team..
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Amazing Location and Vibe

Best house on the Guadalupe. Great for friends and families!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cipi A.

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

Beautiful Property

Everything was well taken care of no issues. Beautiful views and peaceful. We definitely enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

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

Glorious Gruene Guad Gathering

Despite room for 22, only 7 of us enjoyed this trip. The house is certainly unique, with lots of rooming options. Everything was clean and tidy. Hosts were very responsive and helpful. The jewel in the crown is the back yard on the river. just a beautiful, serene spot. We will be back, without doubt.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

CECELIA

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

Great time on the River

Our family of mixed ages had a Christmas get a way to remember.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

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

Labor Day family fun.

The house was perfect for our family. Lots of privacy for everyone and lots of family together space at the same time. Loved kayaking and floating in the river. We all want to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen M.

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

Everything was wonderful!

The check in process was easy. The owners were fantastic and the home was perfect for our family!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren A.

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

Gruene Teambuilding

We had a great time at this home! It was even better than the pictures depicted. Very cute/quaint house along the river. We enjoyed the deer walking up in the morning and the peaceful views looking out over the water. It was a great time with our dental office team to relax and enjoy each other.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie K.

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

Fall in Gruene

Our group of 10 had a lovely time at the house. We had dinner on the patio; the kitchen was perfect for cooking. Everyone loved the charm of the house. We even took kayaks out on the river. Hope to be back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla C.

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

Amazing!!

This place looks exactly like the pictures. Very beautiful by the water. The bonus was all the friendly deer's that joined us every morning and evening was breathtaking. It's a must place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Courtenay K.

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

Great Time

What a great home! The setting is perfect, the water is pristine and the Cypress trees are huge. The shaded back yard is 10 degrees cooler than in the sun, plenty of space for lots of friends. The covered patio (with ceiling fans) was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

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

Perfect Family Reunion Location

Enough room for everyone! The setup of the bedrooms/bathrooms meant privacy, comfort, and no long lines for the showers! Our family had a wonderful vacation here!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rene P.

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

Perfect house for multiple families

Loved the location, the property was perfect for us. The outdoor patio was our favorite space in the evenings with the fire pits and the patio lights. Made for great conversations and laughs!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jake H.

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

River resort

All of our friends/family want to go back! It's a really cool old house by the river with plenty of space for yard games. Plus having the river right there with so many kayaks and tubes to use is a huge plus to the property. The owners are super nice as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel F.

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

Great for large group!

Property was great setup and perfect for our annual father/son Fiji trip that had 16 attendees this year! Thank you for sharing your property and being a great host!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna R.

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

Quick river trip

Love this property! Second time to stay here. The location seals the deal on this one! Backyard and location on river are perfect! Great place for larger group with so many bedrooms.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Celesta W.

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

Beautiful place!

We had our annual family vacation and slept comfortably for a large gathering! Host were so accommodating and was a perfect place to stay. Unfortunately we had to cut our stay short because of Hurricane. We will definitely be back. Thank you so much for everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg G.

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

Fantastic House Perfect For Family Gathering

Couldn't have been more pleased with this property. Family came in from all over US and Australia for my son's wedding. Absolutely perfect place for a home base and enjoy the down time with family between events.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Big Family Home

We loved this accommodating hill country house and had 3 stories to spread out our families all gathering for Canyon Lake wedding! We hope to revisit your lovely home to enjoy the perfect Gualupe River experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

JoAn L.

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

Annual family vacation

Our family enjoyed our stay at Gruene River Haven. We had 14, various ages and interests. They enjoyed the dock, the river and the hot tub. Lots of rooms, sort of quirky vintage but everything was really nice. Beautiful yard with deer visitors.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meredith J.

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

Will be back

We had seven couples here celebrating a 40th birthday. The private dock right on the water, the private bedrooms, and plenty of porch space. We LOVED this house
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marsielle H.

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

Family Christmas

The house layout was perfect for our family. Definitely unique! Property owner was great. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022