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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 16278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Wimberley, TX
  • Blue Hole Regional Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • The Island
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Wimberley Zipline Adventures
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

The Great Escape-Luxury Hill Country Estate on the Blanco River - Pool

Beautiful Hill Country home called 'The Great Escape at Wimberley' is directly on the crystal clear Blanco River in highly desirable Wimberley, Texas. You will be in a private 3300 square foot home on three lush acres with almost 300 feet of direct river frontage. This home has 6 bedrooms and 5 baths. There is a separate Game room with an 8' pool table, shuffle board, and 3 large windows overlooking the river.

River Suite/Game Room - master suite with queen bed, twin bed, full size washer and dryer, and a private bath with a tile shower and granite countertops. The River Suite is always included when renting the main house.

The rock bottom river runs continuous through the year and is almost always at a very leisurely flow, great for kids. The covered back porch provides a beautiful view of the river and the surrounding hills. Easy to watch the activity in the river directly from the porch.

Sit in the back yard and BBQ your dinner for the night. Enjoy a glass of ice tea, or a glass of wine, as you watch the deer and the river move through the back yard. Sit in the hot tub and watch the deer and the river. Enjoy the outdoor firepit.

Go into Wimberley for the great shopping, fine and casual dining, or enjoy the many festivals that go on throughout the year. Take in a live performance at one of Wimberley's live theater groups.

We are only 25 minutes from New Braunfels, an hour from San Antonio, less than 25 minutes from Austin and Lake Travis. Within one hour you have tubing, Schlitterbahn, San Antonio river-walk, Lake Travis, Canyon Lake, caves, and all of the wonders that the Texas Hill Country has to offer.

Outside we have a large covered porch overlooking the river, over 2500 sq ft of rock sidewalks and patios. There is also a large outdoor fire pit. A large covered Country gazebo with an 8ft pic nic table perfect for outdoor dining.

Added in 2015 is a pool with a free standing hot tub for 8 people. A large lounging area around the pool with table and chairs for 6. The pool is fully fenced in with a new walkway to the back of the house facing the Blanco River. The pool has two areas one for wading and swimming for the whole family to enjoy. Plenty of privacy!

The house is completely furnished and comes complete with all linens, towels, cooking utensils, BBQ pit, etc to make your stay as comfortable as possible. We have cable TV, Hi-Speed Internet.

Give us an e-mail or a call with any questions. We hope that you take the opportunity to enjoy our beautiful Hill Country home. Our calendar is always updated, and take a look at all of our guest comments.

Sleeping Arrangements:

Main House:
* Bedroom #1- Downstairs - Queen bed uses detached full bathroom
* Bedroom # 2 - Upstairs - Queen Bed and twin bed uses detached full bathroom with room #3
* Bedroom # 3 - Upstairs - Queen Bed uses attached full bathroom with room #2
* Bedroom # 4 - Upstairs - Queen Bed and 2 twin beds uses detached full bathroom
* Bedroom # 5 - Master Suite- King bed with private full bathroom

* River Suite/ Game room -1 Queen Bed and Twin Bed - Private Bath door for privacy from game room.

Keywords: House on the Blanco river great escape estate private pool hot tub fire pit River

Property manager

Shiloh Collins
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
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

No 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Wimberley

Located in Wimberley, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a river. Hays County Historic Courthouse and Charles S. Cock House Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Blue Hole Regional Park and Jacob's Well Natural Area. Travelling with kids? Consider The Island and Central Texas Bonsai Exhibit at Jade Gardens. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Wimberley, TX

What's nearby

  • Blue Hole Regional Park - 9 min drive - 4.7 km
  • The Island - 9 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Wimberley Lions Market Days - 11 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Wimberley Zipline Adventures - 14 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Jacob's Well Natural Area - 17 min drive - 11.8 km

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 28 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mima's Kitchen - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wimberley Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Community Pizza & Beer Garden - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Blanco Brew - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Monster Treats - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Great Escape-Luxury Hill Country Estate on the Blanco River - Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Great Escape-Luxury Hill Country Estate on the Blanco River - Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Great Escape-Luxury Hill Country Estate on the Blanco River - Pool?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Great Escape-Luxury Hill Country Estate on the Blanco River - Pool located?

This family-friendly Wimberley holiday home is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Corral Theatre and Blue Hole Regional Park. The Island and Central Texas Bonsai Exhibit at Jade Gardens are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Molli E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Getaway
The house is very accommodating - lots of beds and a spacious dining area. Between the game room, pool, hot tub and river there is plenty to do. One pre-teen, two teenagers and several adults were all entertained.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Stay with a large multigenerational family. This was a wonderful spot, close to town and plenty of amenities to keep everyone (from toddler to grandparent) happy.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

sergio a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mini Family Reunion
Perfect property for a family get together. Great views, wildlife, proximity to town. Plenty of room indoors and out, highly functional kitchen and the game room/xtra living space was big hit. Feed for the deer was a nice touch. Property manager answered all questions (hot tub controls, trash pickup etc.) very quickly. Great place!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ericka B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent for families
Our extended family stayed at Great Escape for the weekend and had the best time. If you’re looking for an excellent house with tons of space and fun activities this is the place for you. We would absolutely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect accommodations
We gathered for a family reunion and this property was perfect for us. Relaxing vibe and we grilled or ordered out our meals. We enjoyed seeing the river and the wildlife. Rooms were comfortable with just the right amount of privacy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Great place
This was a great place, exactly as described
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Darlene M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family time
This was everything we hoped for and more. We cannot wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Gathering Spot!
For an extended family get-together this was the PERFECT spot! Great views, wonderful pool and hot-tub, and the kitchen was exceptionally well stocked! Definitely a place to come back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family time
We had a great time with our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carly N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great escape
Great property! Would definitely visit here again😊
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

debbie b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s a Great Escape!!
10 of us loved our getaway to The Great Escape!! Lots of room for us to hang out and enjoy each other’s company. About 10 minutes to downtown Wimberley. Lots of beds and bathrooms!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic family getaway
We really enjoyed our stay here. We had a family reunion ages 78-1. There was something for everyone. The kids really loved seeing the wildlife .
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Courtney D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Spot to enjoy the Hill Country
We rented this home for our yearly family vacation and it was excellent. The home is spacious, clean, and beautiful. It was close to downtown Wimberley and about a 20 minute drive to Canyon Lake. The pool was nice and it was great to be able to walk down to the Blanco River behind the property. We were there mid-July and there wasn't a lot of water running through the river but it was fun for the kids to see the little fish, etc. There was also a few families of deer that crossed through the back. The bathrooms appeared to all have been semi-recently remodeled and were super nice. Everyone agreed that we would love to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
Great property. Big storm rolled through while we were there but everything worked out!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Great Escape is a wonderful place to stay
We were a group of 11 friends and family and we all loved this place and definitely stay here again. Pictures do not do this place justice at all. I’d recommend this home to anyone and everyone
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Linda I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Property on the River in Wimberley
This place has it all! Many bedrooms (and beds!) with comfortable mattresses and bedding. Great tvs and big room kitchen/family room. Excellent communication with management company. Nice pool and hot tub and river frontage! We loved it and will definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy Helms G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great escape!
Wonderful weekend with friends. Great house plenary of room , very comfortable, and everything we needed! Hope to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Olga C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family time.
We thoroughly enjoyed the house and the grounds. The kids had a great time in the pool and splashing around in the river. I enjoyed the back porch and listening to the birds and sounds of nature. The house accommodated us well and was very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Great Escape. Is perfect!
House was lovely with a beautiful yard, pool, cooking patio, and wrap around porches with plenty of amazing rockers to enjoy the Blanco river. Which was a little dry due to Mother Nature. Lots of wildlife travel though the yards awaiting for a treat. The house has plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms to accommodate a large group. There is even a bonus game room with yet another bedroom and bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay for a multi-family getaway
8 women (sisters, aunts, cousins) stayed together and it worked out perfectly. The house was well-equipped to cook for a large group, and the other family that stayed at another home came over for some meals and it was never a crowded ordeal. This is a wonderful large-group house!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

Wounderful pleace
Have evrything you need,perfect pleace por kids and family.I love it
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tyler H., Houston

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Home & Host
Everything from communication, customer service, and well-thought-out amenities for a big group of 14 of us - was spot on. I highly recommend this host and home for anyone looking to have a long-weekend retreat. Beautiful scenery, tons of space, and a short drive to downtown to get out of the house. 10/10 in my books.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for family with all ages in tow!
Something for every age group. The pool, kiddie pool, hot tub, and river…what more could you need for summer family fun?!? Grilling area with picnic table very handy for outdoor dining and gathering. Our group of four preschoolers DID NOT want to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Wonderful Family Gathering Place
We had a great multi-generational family weekend at The Great Escape in Wimberley. The home was immaculate, the beds were comfy and there were lots of gathering spots around the large property to enjoy. We especially appreciated the large dining table inside with room for our whole family and the abundance of outdoor spaces and furnishings around the fire pit, at the pool, on the porch, and at the grill. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Willard j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
RRC 2024
We have a friend’s trip every year in Texas and this year we stayed at the great escape. House is comfortable and well stocked. Plenty of space of 15 of us. Pool was clean and well maintained. The river is a short walk from the house which is great with little ones. It wasn’t flowing very quickly but not the properties fault. We even had a little grey fox playing around on the rocks near the house.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Shiloh Collins

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Peggy and Phil Collins bought this house in 2006 to use as their Getaway from the city. We wanted it comfortable for us, so now everyone gets to enjoy The Great Escape. We are blessed that everyone seems to love this place ( we have had some groups back over 17 times in our 10 years, and our repeat guest rate is over 45% ). We continue to make investments in this property, so that it is better each time you come back. Photo is taken in Shanghai China.

Why they chose this property

This property is in a prime location. It is directly on the Blanco river, that has a steady flow all of the time. It is 3 acres on a lot that provides privacy for any size group. This house was originally a farm house built in 1957, and has been updated with all modern amenities. The covered back porch is lined with teak rocking chairs to enjoy the view of the river and surrounding hills. The river flows at a pace that allows you to pull your chair into the river, relax, and sip a glass of wine. Wimberley is fun year round, and we enjoy the off season as much as high season.

What makes this property unique

The furnishings are all unique and are not a throw down of mass produced items. Peggy and I enjoy shopping for antiques and unique pieces that give the home a lot of character. For the guests we provide paperback books, board games, bocci ball, horse shoes, jigsaw and puzzles. We have high speed wireless, so you can work ( Ugh! ) on your laptop on the back porch ( if you have to work ). We have a large Binder in the house offering details on the vast majority of attractions in the area.

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English

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