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Your Heart's Desire: First Floor End Unit on the Guadalupe! Dog friendly!

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Welcome to Bella Vista on the Guadalupe
spacious living area with comfortable seating, smart tv with spectrum Xumo
Premium Leather w/ versatile Coffee Table-raise/pivot to couch for easy dining
couch folds out into queen sleeper, oversize chair folds out into twin sleeper
dining table seats four...

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 687.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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New Braunfels, TX
  • Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Comal River
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Gruene Hall
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • San Antonio, TX (SAT-San Antonio Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Front Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Livingroom

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Master Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

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

About this property

Your Heart's Desire: First Floor End Unit on the Guadalupe! Dog friendly!

Welcome to “Bella Vista on the Guadalupe", an inviting two bedroom, two bath condo in gorgeous Waterwheel Resort. Conveniently located at ground level, you’ll enjoy easy accessibility and the panoramic views from the most private end unit balcony in the entire complex!

Our winter scenery is brimming with wildlife, but our spring season brings leafy shade over the lawn, full of mature Pecan Trees. Gaze at the peaceful lawn and tree-lined river views from the expanded first floor patio or stroll down to the river for fishing, swimming, daydreaming, or to dangle your toes. Bella Vista has a cozy Coffeehouse atmosphere, complete with a wireless high-speed connection for your laptop. You'll want to call Bella Vista on the Guadalupe your home away from home.

Perfect for a winter retreat or extreme fun in the Summer. In warm weather, you may want to start your float upriver and drift on down to the best gem on the Guadalupe!

The two pools and four hot tubs are open and available to enjoy year-round. Take advantage of one of the several picnic tables and charcoal grills amidst the expansive lawn. There is plenty of room for running and playing, reading and catching some rays, all within view from your balcony. The towering pecan trees (help yourself to the pecans) and massive cypress trees line the river’s edge. It’s just beautiful!

The home is fully stocked with all your basic kitchen needs, all appliances including a dishwasher and microwave, three smart TV’s, fine linens & plenty of soft towels. You'll be surprised by all the little extras, including lawn games, board games, iron & board, hair dryer, blender, crock pot. There is also a full sized washer and dryer. Bella Vista comfortably sleeps six with new, highly rated King & new luxurious Queen beds, a Queen sleeper sofa and a Twin sleeper sofa.

Enjoy the beach style riverside pool (heated in the winter) and hot tub. Our very fun pool has bubbling fountains and shallow area for the little ones and is situated adjacent to the hot tub with a small waterfall feature. Also near the riverside pool is a separate adults-only hot tub. The courtyard pool sits across the parking lot from the condo includes a cool pool, two hot tubs, a charcoal grill, and tables and chairs.

You’ll be walking distance from world-famous Schlitterbahn Water Park (only .4 miles away) and less than one mile from Comal River put-in, or downtown New Braunfels. There are plenty of tube rental outfits to choose from on either the Comal or Guadalupe Rivers, and floating tips, outfitter guide, and walking maps are included in the condo notebook. Try fishing from your own riverbank or the nearby Cypress Bend Park, which has a playground for the kids. Visit nearby Public Library, numerous area museums and antique shops. Other area attractions include Historic Gruene, Texas (only a few miles away) for Live Music, great food, and lots of fun shops. For avid shoppers, either Tanger Outlet Mall or the Forum Shopping Center are within 20 minutes drive. Both San Antonio and Austin are easy drives but you may want to explore the lovely Hill Country towns of Wimberley and Fredericksburg if you plan an extended stay.

The door is equipped with a digital lock for seamless, contactless, self-check in. There is also a ring doorbell for added security.

*** Dogs are welcome, 2 max, for $25/night pet fee. Please include your dog when filling out the guest details. The pet fee will be deducted from your deposit if not included in guest details and booking total.

***Alternative terms and payment arrangements for long-term stays (30+ nights, October through March). Monthly rate is $1900. Pet fee is $150/month. Please email to inquire and reserve.

Keywords: Luxury Condo, Waterfront, Hot Tubs, Heated Pool, River access, Family Friendly, New Braunfels, Gruene, Gruene Hall, Guadalupe River, Riverfront, Schlitterbahn, Landa Park, Updated, dog friendly, waterpark, Guadalupe, sanitized, first floor, quiet, private, balcony, golf, King Bed, bandit, Winter Texan, monthly rate

Property manager

Suzanne
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pets must be disclosed, $25/pet fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is permissable in outdoor areas only.
Alternative terms and payment arrangements for long term stays (30+ nights). Please email to inquire.
Pets must be disclosed, $25/night pet fee. Pet fee will be charged to deposit if not disclosed and included in booking total.
Per HOA, 2 vehicles max can park on premises, and 6 guests max may stay in the condo. Issuing extra parking passes and wristbands is prohibited.

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

New Braunfels

Located in Eastside, a neighbourhood in New Braunfels, this condo is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out San Marcos Premium Outlets, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Guadalupe River and Comal River. Travelling with kids? Consider Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark and Schlitterbahn East. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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New Braunfels, TX

What's nearby

  • Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Comal River - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Landa Park - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • New Braunfels MarketPlace - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Gruene Hall - 6 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 22 min drive
  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Muck And Fuss Craft Beer And Burger Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Festhaus - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Your Heart's Desire: First Floor End Unit on the Guadalupe! Dog friendly! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Your Heart's Desire: First Floor End Unit on the Guadalupe! Dog friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Your Heart's Desire: First Floor End Unit on the Guadalupe! Dog friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Your Heart's Desire: First Floor End Unit on the Guadalupe! Dog friendly!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Your Heart's Desire: First Floor End Unit on the Guadalupe! Dog friendly! located?

This family-friendly New Braunfels condo building is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Guadalupe River, Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark and Comal River. Schlitterbahn East and Prince Solms Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 177 out of 191 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 191 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 191 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Destiny M.

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

Great Stay

Good location, space and amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria M.

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

Spring Break Getaway

My family took the grand daughters for a short spring break getaway and we could not have been happier with Suzanne's place. There was plenty of space for 3 adults and 2 littles. They had a great time and the location was perfect for what we had planned to do with them. San Antonio was to the south and the Tanger Outlets were just north of the condo.We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Quick trip

We just came to Gruene for a quick trip and and this place did not disappoint. It was super clean, had everything we needed and more. We loved the heated pool and the great outdoor space, and our 5 year old is now obsessed with Galaga!! Would definitely stay here again. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

D B.

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

Great accommodations

The condo was clean and well appointed and the view was wonderful. A great place to get away and relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie A.

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

Weekend Get away

Really enjoyed this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Daveid K.

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

Nice stay

The unit was nice, com
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donn R.

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

Wonderful Sibling Weekend

Our father passed away in January of 2023 and us siblings made a pack we would all still get together at least once a year. Oct. 2024 was the date we chose and this is the property we chose to spend our weekend together as sisters and 1 brother. We chose to cook and hang out at the condo and this place was perfect. We had a wonderful time playing games and spending quality time together. Nice and peaceful. Would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy F.

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

Lovely

Cozy, comfortable and convenient! Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Live Music T.

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

Quick trip

Quick trip, perfect condo for our needs, great location to the historic New Braunsfel, short 30 min walk to downtown, great shops, coffee, and live music, wish we could have stayed longer. You can also access the river within the property. Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Joanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Very unhappy, To find out at the last minute, we were having a second story unit very very upset ove

I am sorry to say my family and I were very disappointed. We did not get the unit that we paid for we requested a first floor level and ended up on a second floor level. This was very inconvenient for myself being a 83 year old handicapped individual with a dog of which I had to have my children take care of because I could not manipulate going up and down the elevator after traveling distance to even get to the elevator, very unhappy. I do know that someone stayed in the unit we were supposed to have been in. I do not appreciate the information that you told us why it wasn’t available.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

michele a.

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

Loved it!!!!

We had an amazing stay! The condo is meticulously clean and dog friendly. The river access is right past the pool and there are plenty of tree roots to anchor your tube if you want to kick back and read or visit. Would we stay again? Absolutely and are already making plans for 2025!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia R.

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

Perfect weekend

My husband, three boys (age 11, 9, and 9), myself and our two pups enjoyed staying at this spacious condo. We loved tubing the river. The dogs loved walks near the woods and jumping in the water. Our boys made lots of friends at the pool. We’ll definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee M.

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

New Braunfels weekend/Gruene Hall

Condo was perfect for the three of us. I had a flashback to my time at Southwest Texas when I ventured out into the river behind the property and chilled out…can’t wait to get back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Chris C.

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

Enjoyed our ladies float trip wknd

Excellent complex location & this corner unit is a great place to visit w friends. Comfortable beds and surroundings. Has river access. Great notes from the hostess.Well furnished. The only drawback is that the unit smelled like cats.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Preston G.

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

We had a great time in New Braunsfels!

Kids loved the river access right next to the property - we spent a majority of our time down there! Schlitterbahn is also right down the street - everything was very easy to get to!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

cortney G.

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

Wonderful

Loved being on the first floor and that we could bring our fur babies Short walk to the water park, nice pool, hot tub and river access
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry S.

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

NB trip

The place was beautiful, definitely had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda F.

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

Great spot on the river

We had a wonderful time at this River condo! It was a perfect location with great amenities. Suzanne was very detailed and helpful with her communications and was quick to respond. We will definitely return to this spot for future river trips!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

summary

could not have asked for a better experience lock was a little confusing and did not know we had to put parking pass in car however security let us know before there was a problem
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

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

Fabulous! We loved every minute.

This property was wonderful! The location is excellent. We loved having close access to the river and also a pool. It’s the best of both worlds! We will absolutely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

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

Excellent location

Book it! Do it! Best hot tub and pool! Nice river access!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

A gem!

The kind of place that makes you go "I wish we could stay longer" when it's time to check out. The porch is the perfect place to kick back with a cup of coffee or a beer, and the interior is pristine while still feeling cozy. Great amenities (we really appreciated the guidebook). Suzanne is tremendously hospitable and responsive. Couldn't ask for a better location for river activities. We will absolutely book again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie S.

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

Probably the best we have stayed

This unit is perfect. It had every thing we needed. Half the patio was in the shade the other in the sun. It was private and just great for my fur baby. Close to the water and the pool. It was a little chilly so the heated pool was so nice. We will definitely stay here again. I would remind everyone the rules are there for a reason. You don’t want to wake up in the morning and find out your car has been towed because you did not follow the rules! The host was available for any and all questions and was a great help!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renae L., California

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

Perfect location

This was a trip with my husband and my parents. We enjoyed the end unit. It was quiet and loved the patio. The location was perfect, just a few minutes to downtown Gruene and New Braunfels. We would recommend this place to others and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Suzanne

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Bella Vista is owned by Molly and hosted by Suzanne. We absolutely love New Braunfels & enjoy both Rivers year round. The condo is a favorite spot of ours. We are so delighted to share it with others!

Why they chose this property

The view of the grounds! The convenience & privacy of the first floor END location. We love keeping our unit in near-perfect shape for our year round guests! When we don't have a booking, we love having a mini-retreat at the pool or a read-on-the-porch day!

What makes this property unique

Close to Schlitterbahn, Gruene Hall, Downtown New Braunfels! Perfect Guadalupe Take-out location & walking distance to the Comal River!

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests