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Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12156 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Canyon Lake, TX

Whitewater Amphitheatre12 min walk
Canyon Lake6 min drive
Overlook Park6 min drive
San Antonio, TX (SAT-San Antonio Intl.)51 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

We had a fantastic experience at the white water ranch retreat! From the time of the booking and throughout our entire s...

Olivia Y.

Apr 1, 2024

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1 / Master

2 Double Beds and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 / Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 / Bunk Room

2 Single Beds and 2 Queen Beds

Living Room

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

White Water Ranch Retreat

Two beautiful acres situated on Guadalupe River with ninety yards of beach like river front access. Start your river float on the famous Whitewater Horseshoe section of the river from your own backyard Horseshoe float start is only 200 yards down river) or enjoy world class rainbow trout fishing on one of the best stretches for fishing on the Guadalupe River. Close to restaurants in the beautiful Gruene area and New Braunfels or a short drive to San Antonio. Enjoy a fantastic concert at the Whitewater Amphitheater which is in walking distance from your Whitewater Ranch Retreat home. This property is great for a romantic getaway or for a couple families looking to enjoy the Guadalupe River or Canyon Lake which is only about 5 minutes away to nearest boat ramp.
Master Bedroom will sleep 4 with a king size bed and a trundle bed as well. Guest bedroom will sleep 2 with a queen size bed. Bunk room will have 2 queens on bottom and 2 twins on top sleeping 6, and a pull out couch in living room if needed,

Property manager

Brandon Renteria

Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Convenient Guadalupe River Access from the Backyard

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Great water access for kids. shallow and calm

Events

No events allowed

No more than 10 guests allowed on entire property

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking allowed outdoors 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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Note from host: no more than 10 guests allowed on entire property

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a deadlock

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 Blue Hole Regional Park. The Heritage Museum of the Texas Hill Country and Texas Ski Ranch are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Canyon Lake, TX

What's nearby

Whitewater Amphitheatre - 12 min walk
Canyon Lake - 6 min drive
Overlook Park - 6 min drive
Canyon Lake Marina - 13 min drive
Comal Park - 19 min drive

Getting around

San Marcos Station - 33 min drive
San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

‪Tacos Don Chente - ‬3 min drive
‪Wildflour Artisan Bakery & Grill - ‬3 min drive
‪Granny D's - ‬4 min drive
‪Sweeties Donuts - ‬3 min drive
‪River Rose Tavern - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is White Water Ranch Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at White Water Ranch Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at White Water Ranch Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is White Water 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 Overlook Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Lane H.

20 June 2024

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

We'll be back!

We had the best time at this perfectly placed river home! The house felt so peaceful and serene, especially for being just upstream of the horse shoe! We floated the horse shoe a couple times and had an easy walk back home, we took the dads in our crew to Camp Fimfo for a father's day ride on the Cliff Carver, and enjoyed some local shopping and BBQ.... but it was so nice that at the end of our adventures we could head back home to our own secluded river house. Brandon was very responsive and helpful while we were there, too! We left with plans to come back again!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

27 May 2024

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

Amazing River Location

We loved our stay and would love to come back again!! Our son, Kyle married Robyn, in New Braunsfels!! The house was in a great location with easy access to the water for tubing and the ability to just walk in and sit and chill. The owner has the area very well maintained. There is a firepit with plenty of chairs and lights. You have a huge yard to watch the kids play games or throw the football. We spent a lot of time on the covered deck watching sports, grilling, and catching up with friends and family. This would also be the perfect place for a nap. I love the open concept area where the kitchen, dining room, and living room are open so you can visit with everyone while cooking. It has two large bedrooms with king beds. It has two very nicely remodeled bathrooms. There is a laundry room which we appreciated. My favorite area was the built in bunk beds which sleeps eight. It had a large bean bag and easy access to the tv. This is the perfect area for kids or for a family to have their own space to sleep if there are multiple families visiting. Out in front, they have a basketball hoop, pinic table, and benches. You can keep an eye on the kids and still be able to relax. I wanted to say a big thank you to Brandon. Your place was perfect for us and allowed us to create wonderful memories that I will cherish for a lifetime!! Fantastic stay, book early, and book now!! Thanks!!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia Y.

1 Apr 2024

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

A retreat for the whole family

We had a fantastic experience at the white water ranch retreat! From the time of the booking and throughout our entire stay Brandon, the property owner, was great at communicating. He responded very quickly and was always very courteous and kind. The property pictures online looked very appealing, but everything was even better in person. The house was very clean and inviting. Everything looks newly remodeled and well taken care of. We had two families (4 adults - 5 kids) in our party and the house felt like plenty of space. The bunk room was great for all the kids. The outdoor space was the highlight! The covered patio is so spacious. We could watch sports on the patio while watching the kids play in the yard. The yard is HUGE! The kids loved playing in the yard and in the water. Our kids did some fishing, collected little shells, and tried to catch frogs in the evening. The first night we were there we used the fire pit. The kids loved making s’mores! It was great that there are solar powered string lights around the fire pit area. We loved everything about our stay! We look forward to visiting again in the future.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy E.

22 Mar 2024

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

We will be back!

It was perfect. We had such a relaxing time. The house and beds were comfortable. We loved sitting out on the back porch. My boys enjoyed playing basketball in the drive way. The best part was spending time next to the river. What a beautiful spot! It was quiet and we pretty much had the river to ourselves. It was so great to unplug with my teenagers and enjoy nature. We enjoyed the house and property so much we really didn’t explore any of the local area but that was the beauty of this place! We relaxed, played, and laughed a lot without the stress of going to find things to do. It was the perfect family get away. The host was awesome and let us use their kayaks and paddle board. My teens spent hours paddling up and down the river. My boys were asking when we could come back before we even left. And we are definitely planning to come back!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

22 Jan 2024

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

Fantastic stay

Great place to stay

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth L.

21 Jan 2024

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Amazing River Property

Amazing location on the Guadalupe. The house is very roomy and well laid out. The back patio is a great spot to relax, grill and the view of the river is incredible. The property's river access is awesome. Brandon is a great host and was very easy to communicate with. We can’t wait to go back!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

30 Dec 2023

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

Prefect family trip

The location is amazing! The house was so clean with comfy beds. We really enjoyed the back porch swing and all the yard games. Looking forward to coming back in the summer!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike W.

12 Oct 2023

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

Great location and great house

Perfect location on the Guadalupe for tubing and fishing and just chilling out. Fire pit at night was very nice, all the outdoor lights come on and off automatically, which is nice. We used the grill one night to make fajitas and turned out great, sat out on the patio with the whole family overlooking the river. Kids loved the converted garage/bedroom. My only complaint would be the master bedroom bed is simply a futon, not a mattress at all, a bit too firm for my taste, but did the trick. Kids played board games that were included with the house. The shed has everything you need from paddleboard, outdoor games, I barely used a lot of the outdoor equipment that I brought with me because it was already there! Thanks again for a terrific stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tawny O.

3 Oct 2023

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Perfect Get Away!

We all had such a great time and didn't want to leave. The house is so comfortable and well stocked. It's a great location, upriver from where the public enters so it's much quieter. And if you decide to float the horseshoe, it's just a short walk back to the house. We can't wait to come again!! Thank you for being a great host Brandon!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ray H.

25 Sept 2023

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

Great Stay

Property is as described. Brandon is hands down best owner we have rented from. Checked on us the day of arrival to make sure everything was as planned. Very Clean property, location is amazing and everything needed was available and accessible on property. Great view, beds were comfortable, highly recommend this as your next rental in the Canyon / Gruene / N.B. area. We will be back. Thank you again Brandon and Mendy for sharing with our family.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monique N., Houston, TX

23 Aug 2023

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

Great place!

Wonderful house. Beds are comfy. The hosts supplied lots of kind treats to welcome us and were very responsive with questions. Location on the water is perfect. Lots of space and plenty of water toys. I would definitely come again. The cooking supplies are somewhat limited. So if you like to cook and plan on cooking meals that require more than a few smaller pots, maybe pack that. But overall a great stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lesa W., Laneville, TX

31 July 2023

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

Whitewater Ranch Retreat

Fabulous! The property was meticulously clean and was perfect for our family vacation. Brandon was just a text away and replied quickly. The only suggestion I would leave is to have enough silverware (forks and spoons) to accommodate 12 people.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dusty W.

21 July 2023

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Great property

My family had a great time , the house was amazing and even tho the days were extremely hot the house remained cool. The river was quiet so the kids could enjoy the little private beach we had away from the main body of tubers, but still could go and tube the river with on the loop around. Overall a great family property

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

MARIA G.

17 July 2023

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Absolutamente adorable

Excelente lugar amamos absolutamente todo El lago lindisimo la cabaña confortable amplia y cuenta con todo lo necesario. La ubicación excelente Todo muy limpio y es el lugar perfecto para disfrutar en familia, para que los niños disfruten y también para tener un merecido descanso por la comodidad del lugar. Muy divertido y accesible el lago ❤️

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathe D., Texas

16 June 2023

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Vacation Getaway

We needed a change from the beach and selected Canyon Lake and found the perfect vacation getaway! White Water Ranch Retreat is great. The house is in the perfect part of the river where there is not a lot of tubers. You can sit in the river or by the river in solitude! The house was clean. It has everything you need. Big yard, front and back, for the kids to play. Our grandkids loved it and didn’t want to go home. It has a big back porch with lighting, seating, big swing to enjoy the outdoors. We loved it and we are definitely going back.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

22 May 2023

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

Getaway on the Guadalupe

Wonderful week! My husband and I took our seven kids, ages 8-24, and grandson, almost 2, here for the week to have some family time. We brought several tubes and two kayaks of our own, not realizing that we would be able to launch them into the Guadalupe right from the back yard. What a nice surprise! This property was by far the best that we saw this week as we tubed down the River. It was very family friendly as our 8YO could safely wander about the edge of the property in full view of the back porch. The property has a gentle slope down to the water that most anyone could tread. Our 2YO grandson could even stand in the knee-deep water that the edged the property to toss rocks again and again. The porch and swings were enjoyable. I cannot say enough about the amenities that this property offers! House was spotless and set up in a way that made the best use of the space. Everything about the place was so nice! So glad we found it!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Savannah P.

16 May 2023

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

Riverfront paradise!

Highly recommend staying here! The pictures don’t even do it justice! The yard was absolutely stunning and the house was exceptionally clean and accommodating to our every need! A dreamland for kids and adults! The Host was immediate at responding when needed, and we are so glad we stayed here! We will definety be back!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dina P.

8 May 2023

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Such a magnificent house to enjoy the river, fishing, a fire and cookout. The house is a dream!!!

A cooks delight!! Indoors and out, is setup for entertaining and relaxing. Beautiful spot on the river. Great fishing, close to restaurants and stores. Urgent care close by that we needed to utilize for 3 year old. Comfy, spacious and great amenities. We'll be back often! Excellent hosts too ❤️

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth W.

7 Apr 2023

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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

10/10 Excellent

Morgan G.

18 Mar 2023

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Surpassed Expectations!

Fantastic experience! Property was clean, well maintained, and so much fun. The space in the backyard was perfect for soccer, three little boys (2, 4, 7) loved the river, fishing, basketball, and the bunk room. Loved our time here and will be back when we return to S Texas!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

James_Pauline W., Cypress, TX

21 Feb 2023

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So perfect!

We had a mother/daughter weekend at this home and it was perfect! As a frequent VRBO renter, I was pleased with everything about this property. You can tell that the owners care about your actual experience and not just a place to stay. The instructions were thorough, the home was stocked with tons of amenities with easy instructions, and high on my priority list… super clean inside and out!! We will be renting this property again!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beverly B.

20 Dec 2022

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Family Christmas Celebration

We enjoyed our Family Christmas Celebration on the River in this wonderful location. The house is clean, furnished great and the location allowed us to watch the wildlife and fishermen from indoors. We would definitely recommend it to our friends.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann K.

13 Dec 2022

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Awesome Spot

This property had it all! Clean house, comfortable beds, helpful owner & great river access. Loved our time at Whitewater Ranch Retreat.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brad H.

6 Dec 2022

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Great place

Great

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Victoria G.

19 Nov 2022

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Perfect Getaway

My family and I booked this home for my wedding this past weekend. It was beyond perfect! The check in was so easy, communication from Brandon was great. We didn’t need anything, but he let us know he was there if needed and kept checking in. The house was exactly as listed and such a good vacation spot. It was freezing so didn’t use much of the outside, but look forward to staying in the warmer months. You won’t be disappointed.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Brandon Renteria

What makes this property unique

The unique benefit of renting Whitewater Ranch Retreat is that you can float the Horseshoe float at Whitewater from your own backyard and then just walk right back to house when done. No need to shuttle people or pay expensive prices for tubes and transportation back and forth. You can also forget all the crazy traffic when going to see a concert at Whitewater Amphitheater. Just grab a cold beer and the walk is only about 12 minutes. No drinking and driving needed!!!! Staying at Whitewater Ranch Retreat is a whole lot cheaper than a DWI!! We also have water access that is like a beach. Our property rolls into the river and make hanging out on the banks very simple and hassle free.
We look forward to having you as a guest very soon!