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Guadalupe River Retreat

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The landscaping and construction of the Guadalupe River Retreat make it look right at home in its riverside setting.
Private access to the Guadalupe River is yours at the Retreat, complete with swimming, tubing, fishing, and relaxing!
Plenty of shaded parking is available at the Retreat for all your vehicles!
Even the decorative touches on the Retreat's front door say, "Welcome to the Texas Hill Country!"
Have a quiet swing on the deck's porch swing! It's the perfect place for relaxation and wildlife watching.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Hot tub
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Boerne, TX
  • Cave without a Name
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Guadalupe River State Park
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Six Flags Fiesta Texas
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • San Antonio, TX (SAT-San Antonio Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Guadalupe River Retreat

The views, the perks, the awesome waterfront location alongside a popular river-these factors, and so many more, make the Guadalupe River Retreat one of the best Hill Country vacation destinations!.

Imagine a private riverside resort, a kid-friendly and pet-friendly hideaway loaded with luxurious amenities, and tons of fun and relaxing things to do. All this and more awaits you at the Guadalupe River Retreat, one of the best Hill Country vacation destinations, tucked away in the gorgeous mountainous terrain just outside Boerne! It's perfect for nature lovers and travelers alike with its rural setting, but with the charming city of Boerne close by.

Fishing, swimming, and canoeing are all instantly available to you, thanks to a private Guadalupe River frontage, and you're set for tubing, too (contact Bergheim Campground and River Outfitters in Boerne for more info on floats. Activities are seasonal, and water levels are based on rain). The property is at the end of the road, with no neighbors near this private Hill Country getaway, just wide-open countryside! If the shopping or night life bugs should bite, Bandera and Boerne are just a short drive away.

A shaded porch offers great views of the river and the terrain beyond, and the property is populated with both deer and birds; the latter love to visit the numerous feeders here. Along with patio furniture and a fire pit, there are two porch swings-one on the deck, the other on the river's bank. Ample parking is available for your vehicles.

The "wow factor" inside starts with over 50 linear feet of windows encircling the living area, inviting the beauty of the outdoors, indoors. There's ample seating in the living, seating and dining areas. The huge kitchen features modern appliances, cookware and serving ware, and there's also a washer/dryer combo. Three comfy bedrooms sleep up to seven: a king and a single day bed in the master; a queen in the second bedroom; and two singles in the third. All bed and bath linens are provided, with two full baths: the master features a jacuzzi and shower, the second has a shower/tub combo. There is also an additional half-bath. Central A/C and heat keep the house comfortable, and there's a satellite smart TV and DVD player for you to enjoy.

The views, the perks, the awesome waterfront location alongside a popular river-these factors, and so many more, make the Guadalupe River Retreat an incredible private Hill Country hideaway! Touch base with us at Backroads Reservations, and we'll happily help you book this Lone Star gem.

*Water may be low. Contact us about water levels at time of booking*

The House:
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Master bedroom featuring a King bed and single day bed.
Private patio off the master bedroom with seating and a fire pit.
Master bath equipped with a jacuzzi and a large walk-in shower.
Second bedroom with a queen bed.
Additional second bedroom with two single beds.
Shared hallway bathroom with a tub/shower combination.
Open kitchen, dining, and living room area with large glass windows and additional seating.
Equipped with central air and heating facilities.

Amenities:
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Smart TV with cable, Wi-Fi, anda charcoal grill.
Private Guadalupe River waterfront access.
Fully equipped kitchen with a Keurig coffee maker, range top, oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, and toaster
Kitchen provisions include dishes, glasses, cutlery, utensils, pots, and pans.
Provides washer and dryer facilities, ceiling fans, outdoor swing overlooking the river, and an outdoor picnic table and swing at the river.
Linens and towels are provided.

Rates and Other Details:
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Additional guests incur a fee of $25 per person, per day, after 4 guests.
Allows a maximum of 3 pets with a pet fee of $25 per pet, per day; potential discounts available for longer stays.
Welcomes children; smoking permitted only outside.
Note: Gas fireplace is not for use.
Allows one Mule-type UTV.
Advises checking prior to booking due to a steep newly paved road to the water.
Provides wheelchair accessibility to the ground floor with master bed and bath, with a ramp at one entry door. However, four stairs lead to the upstairs bedrooms and bathroom.
Observes quiet hours after 10 PM.
Offers catch and release fishing, tubing, and canoeing with a drop-off and float right to the home.
Prohibits the discharge of firearms, fireworks, or ATVs.
Water levels in Hill Country rivers and lakes vary depending on rainfall.
Requires a signed release of liability form before check-in.
This property features a non-standard cancellation policy.
Long-term stays may require routine cleaning


Distance from this home:
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The Frio River is 80 miles.
The Medina River is 25 miles.
Immediate access to the Guadalupe River.
The Lost Maples State Natural Area is 65 miles.
The Garner State Park is 75 miles.
The Hill Country State Natural Area is 35 miles.

Boerne:
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Boerne has it all for Hill Country visitors! From cavern tours to relaxing natural parks to hot rod shows to Oktoberfest, there's something for every visitor here. Shoppers will want to check out the Hill Country Mile for an eclectic selection of shops to browse, amid downtown's historical art and architecture.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 are allowed on site
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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Boerne

Located in Boerne, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Kreutzberg Canyon Natural Area and Sister Creek Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Guadalupe River and Cibolo Nature Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Boerne, TX

What's nearby

  • Cave without a Name - 22 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Boerne City Lake Park - 26 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Tapatio Springs Golf Club - 30 min drive - 25.6 km
  • Guadalupe River State Park - 38 min drive - 41.2 km
  • Six Flags Fiesta Texas - 40 min drive - 41.4 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Roundup Beer Garden and Food Park - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Black Board Bar B Q - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Hillbillyz - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Sisterdale Saloon - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Sister Creek Vineyards - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Guadalupe River Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Guadalupe River Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Guadalupe River Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Guadalupe River Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Guadalupe River and within 9 mi (15 km) of Kreutzberg Canyon Natural Area and Cave without a Name. Northside Neighborhood Park and Northside Community Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 34 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dan N.

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

Final 4 Trip San Antonio

This is an amazing house and property. I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darcy W.

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

Beautiful house & property

Gorgeous house, warm and inviting with lovely tree top views. Very quiet and private with only a short drive into town.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom T.

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

Better than advertised

Pretty amazing property
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya C.

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

Girls trip

We really enjoyed our stay at this property. It was nice house,quiet clean and the kitchen is well stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky C.

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

GWA

Wonderful house! Spacious and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke A.

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

Relaxing as usual

We have stayed here before and it’s a perfect place to relax, read a book, and wet a line. Enjoyed the fall colors and the wildlife too.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dolores S.

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

Peaceful weekend getaway

Loved the property. The walk down to the river was too steep for us but the sounds of te water running was a nice soundtrack to relaxing on the deck and watching the birds and the deer. The house was spotless and well appointed. Great kitchen and living area. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

River view and wildlife fun

Wonderful, relaxing 4 day weekend. The kitchen was very well appointed and we made full use for several meals. We woke up one morning to 15 wild turkeys outside that hung around the property most of the day - way cool. We loved the river - skipped rocks, did a little mini tubing, and caught some little fish (no keepers). The house had a great selection of games stocked. We finished one jigsaw puzzle and almost completed a second. There are a whole lot of thistle type stickers to walk through to get to the river in March. One suggestion would be to maintain a path that would make that trek much more enjoyable in sandals. It was a great location with the ideal setup for our family. Thanks for sharing your hill country getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

/Scott D.

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

Lovely and relaxing stay

The best hill country property at which I've stayed. Conveniently close to Boerne, yet also providing peaceful solitude. The property has a river-facing brace of windows that allows contemplation of a pristine stretch of the Guadalupe River. An outstanding place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany B.

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

Amazing weekend get away!

The views!!!! Spotless house, everything we needed to make breakfast and a steak dinner, awesome fire pit, you can hear the river running so peaceful, beautiful heard of Sika deer graze by the river...did I mention the views??? We had an awesome time.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke A.

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

Peaceful

We had a great time during our stay. It was remarkably quiet and peaceful. We enjoyed watching the birds and the Axis herd that came through almost every morning.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

Great property for quiet getaway

We very much enjoyed our stay. Great property with plenty of amenities. View from deck was great with plenty of deer and turkeys to watch.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenn and Kay M., Pflugerville, TX 78660-5728

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

75th Birthday

The house is amazing. You are instantly greeted by a glorious view of nature in it's finest!! The river was very low due to summer in Texas providing no rain. BUT, we enjoyed sitting and watching nature wake up each morning, and go to bed each evening. Young deer, playing, running, and jumping! Young bucks, mature near trophy whitetail, and even a beautiful axis buck. Saw some bobcats, and so many different birds! Incredibly peaceful!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Ronald R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

River access

The house was great but access to the river was impossible for us as senior citizens. Our 50 year old children were able to make the trek but it was extremely hard for them. Being in our 70’s we knew better than to even attempt it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy C.

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

Absolutely Perfect!!

We have a large group and our children range from 6-26 and there was something for everyone to do. We relaxed at the river, our children found some of the deeper holes and even a rope swing. We caught minnows, skipped rocks, played board games and card games, watched movies, cooked and ate a lot, enjoyed the wildlife from the huge windows in the home, made smores by the fire, and my personal favorite was the jacuzzi tub which I never wanted to get out of. We have all agreed we want this to be our annual getaway!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Delanna T.

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

Luxurious getaway

The house is amazing. Like staying in a 5-star hotel. The linens, towels, furniture, kitchen…everything was perfection! If you’re traveling with someone in a wheelchair, this house is handicapped accessible!! The doors are plenty wide enough. The master bedroom and bathroom are perfect for someone on a walker or in a wheelchair! The shower is a roll-in and is huge! We will definitely come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

June 2023 river vacation

Lovely home with a great view. The river is still quite low and would love to stay again when there is more water. Very private river front is ideal!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

William K., Duncanville, TX

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

River Trail Tranquility

Thank you so very much for an incredibly awesome experience. Your home is absolutely gorgeous and what a view. The peace and quiet was just what we needed to rejuvenate ourselves from city life. The wildlife just made everything perfect. We watched the deer in the morning and at sunset, the cows from next door came over to graze and visit, listened to the turkey’s from afar and even had an opportunity to see one. The best part was the big buck we were so fortunate to see. It literally stopped us in our tracks as we watched this beautiful buck standing proud and tall with his full set of antlers. Wow…. how often do you get to see something so amazing. We were so in awe that neither one of us could even reach for our camera to capture the sight of this beauty. Our dog Skylar thanks you as well. She enjoyed playing in the river and loved all the wonderful smells and sitting out on the deck taking it all in. The only drawback for us at our age was the steep incline getting up and down to the river. But overall awesome. Again, thank you so much.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

mari J., Austin Tx

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

Wonderful!

Great property, everything we needed in this wonderful home! Thank You so Much for sharing it! Right on the river, open living, the two decks were wonderful! We watched the most beautiful rain storm over the ridge of the river! Don't hesitate rent now!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

A Natural Oasis near to great activities

Fantastic! Beautiful home. We loved listening to the river from the porch and watching wildlife, including White-tailed and axis deer, wild turkeys, and a bobcat. We heard birds not common where we live: canyon wren, screech owl, etc. We hope to visit again with family.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia R.

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

Great place to stay

We enjoyed the view of the river and watching wildlife.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawna M.

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

Peaceful Weekend Getaway

This house was more than I thought it was going to be. It was just perfect for the weekend getaway myself, husband, kids and dogs needed. The view is so serene and the house was beautiful. At night we enjoyed sitting by the fire pit and listening to the sounds of nature. Spencer was always so responsive with any questions we had. We cannot wait to rent this house again this summer. Thank you for everything!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori F., Kingwood, TX

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

Beautiful home and property

We absolutely loved this home and the proximity to the river! It was so peaceful to make a fire in the fire pit at night, and listen to the birds in the morning. We had a minor issue in the home when we arrived, and we received prompt and helpful attention. Everything was just beautiful and well cared for. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen V.

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

Good stay

We went for a wedding . The property was very nice lots of deer to look at. We would go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Can't wait to go back!

The property is very well maintained and very clean. It is off the beaten path which made the stay very peaceful and relaxing (just what we needed). Watching the wild life every morning and evening from the patio overlooking the Guadalupe River. We hated to leave and can't wait to go back! In addition, thanks Spencer (owner) for your superior communication the entire time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

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