Title: 2 houses completely remodeled with direct river access across the street! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6059109&destination=New+Braunfels%2C+Texas%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=74522187&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 2 houses completely remodeled with direct river access across the street! ## Photo gallery for 2 houses completely remodeled with direct river access across the street! ![Property grounds - 2 houses completely remodeled with direct river access across the street! (New Braunfels)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74530000/74522200/74522187/7bfebbba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - 2 houses completely remodeled with direct river access across the street! (New Braunfels)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74530000/74522200/74522187/847b7624.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - 2 houses completely remodeled with direct river access across the street! (New Braunfels)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74530000/74522200/74522187/3af2c74f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - 2 houses completely remodeled with direct river access across the street! (New Braunfels)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74530000/74522200/74522187/cf39a057.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - 2 houses completely remodeled with direct river access across the street! (New Braunfels)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74530000/74522200/74522187/39826ffb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Ponderosa Country House, where rustic charm meets modern comfort. Unwind on the porch with a glass of wine and watch the fireflies dance or relax in the huge yard with a picnic table and firepit. Enjoy direct access to the Guadalupe River across the street, perfect for tubing or fishing. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 283130 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 2 houses completely remodeled with direct river access across the street! Ponderosa Country House #1 - 2/2 home. Sleeps 14\. Master: Queen. 2nd Bedroom: 3 full over full bunk beds. Barn "dominium" House #2 - 3/2 home. Sleeps 14\. Master: Queen. 2nd Bedroom: 2 full over full bunk beds. Loft: 2 Queens No Smoking. 2 Dogs Allowed under 40 pounds. $25 per night, per dog. MUST BE 25 TO RENT. Renter's ID and Credit Card must be presented at check in or via email. In addition, the electronic rental agreement must be signed prior to check-in. House in not riverfront, however it does include direct access to the Guadalupe River across the street. Huge yard with carport, picnic table and firepit! Relax on the porch with a glass of wine and watch the firefly’s dance. Across the street there is a gated walkway with direct access to the Guadalupe River. Nice shallow area of the river great to bring a chair and sit in the water and watch the tubers go by! Little Ponderosa Outfitters is right down the street to rent tubes and shuttle service. Just a short drive to Sattler with a grocery store, liquor store, dollar store and dining options. House #1 Welcome to the Ponderosa Country Haus!! Newly renovated 2-bedroom 2 bath home that can accommodate up to 14 guests. Walk into this cozy house with a fully equipped kitchen that includes all the comforts of home. Kick back and play some games at the dining table with 2 bench seats and 4 chairs. 2 additional bar stools at the kitchen island. Smart TV, free Wi-Fi and a comfy sofa. Master bedroom has a queen size bed and en suite bathroom with walk in shower. 2nd bedroom is the bunk room. Spacious with 3 sets of full over full bunks. Big comfy sofa in bunk room as well as a large closet for your river gear. Smart TV also in bunkroom. Guest bath is off the living room with Washer and Dryer included. House #2 The barndominium is an amazingly unique rustic but elegant place to stay. Newly renovated 3-bedroom 2 bath home that can accommodate 14 guests. The living area has plenty of comfortable seating, sink into the huge sectional to watch the big screen 75-inch Smart TV and free Wi-Fi. The dining table seats 10 with 4 additional bar stools for the kitchen island. The kitchen has granite counter tops and is fully equipped with full size appliances, pot/pans, dishes. All the comforts of home including a washer and dryer. Guest bathroom is convenient to all rooms downstairs. All 3 bedrooms have 65-inch Smart TVs. The spacious master bedroom has a queen bed, and private full bathroom. The 2nd bedroom has 2 full over full bunk beds, and the loft space has 2 queen beds. There are wonderful tube rentals, shuttle services, and entertainment up and down River Road! The best fishing in the area! This is the perfect place for you! The Guadalupe River is stocked with trout starting December 1st! Just a short drive to Gruene and downtown New Braunfels, which both offer several restaurants, entertainment, and numerous activities. Gruene Hall is the oldest dance hall in Texas and a famous landmark. Gruene also offers great shopping, restaurants and wine tasting. Close to the San Marcos outlet malls, Schlitterbahn and Canyon Lake. Host must be 25 years of age or older to make a reservation and must be staying at the property. Maximum occupancy of 28 guests. This maximum occupancy is not to be exceeded at any time. No daytime guests allowed. You can park 12 vehicles at this property. To comply with city and county short-term rental permit restrictions, the outdoor areas of this home are monitored by video camera. This property includes accidental damage protection up to $1500\. WORD permit #L1364 \*\*\*Although every effort has been made by New Braunfels Escapes to ensure the accuracy of the information in this site, it is not guaranteed. It is subject to errors, omissions, change of price, change of house contents and/or features or withdrawal without notice. Starter pack of amenities is provided until you are able to get to the store. No perishables (including salt and pepper) are provided.\*\*\* ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the marina - On a river ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water tubing 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 3,130 square feet ## Similar properties ![Water park](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5130000/5121500/5121475/2cee7970.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Resort at Schlitterbahn Eastside - Pool - Parking included - Air-conditioning - Business services 8.6 Excellent 1,004 reviews £97 includes taxes & fees 6 Apr - 7 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-06&endDate=2026-04-07&selected=5121475&PinnedHotelID=5121475&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20640000/20637800/20637767/4b5be5e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Horseshoe Riverside Lodge Canyon Lake - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Housekeeping 9.2 Wonderful 287 reviews £98 includes taxes & fees 25 Mar - 26 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26&selected=20637767&PinnedHotelID=20637767&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House, Multiple Beds, Patio (9300 River Rd #9) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95830000/95823900/95823887/fa19d32e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Let's Go Tubing! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 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 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 2071-231014 ## About the area Located in River Road, a neighbourhood in New Braunfels, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Shoppers can check out San Marcos Premium Outlets, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Guadalupe River and Comal River. Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark and The Heritage Museum of the Texas Hill Country are also worth visiting. Water tubing, fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby. [Visit our New Braunfels travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-Braunfels.dx6059109) [View more Holiday homes in New Braunfels](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-Braunfels-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6059109-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C29.82966%2C-98.16830&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=xoKQHGzJCsVrOpj6GZ276jVsDkI=) New Braunfels, TX ### What's nearby - ![Taken below the restaurant ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6059109/5af8ab5a-56a6-4eca-8355-9fd43fba2040.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Guadalupe River 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Can't go wrong at Gruene Hall! #gruene #texas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6059109/9090779b-ea65-401d-972b-525f05ff3df8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Gruene Hall 24 min drive \- 13.1 miles - ![cypress trees on the Comal river in New Braunfels, Texas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976198354/cda2d809-3df1-448d-84e6-5dc27e15034e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Comal River 25 min drive \- 13.8 miles - ![Landa Park showing railway items, autumn leaves and a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6163143/84e17231-b63a-487d-b431-aba67171e02c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Landa Park 27 min drive \- 22.6 miles - ![Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark which includes a waterpark](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6135102/d7b99898-b868-4c5f-9f18-d36540d8ee59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark 27 min drive \- 14.5 miles ### Getting around - San Marcos Station 41 min drive - San Antonio International Airport (SAT) 55 min drive ### Restaurants - 7-Eleven 7 min drive - Wildflour Artisan Bakery & Grill 7 min drive - Granny D's Restaurant 11 min drive - Dam Red Barn 9 min drive - Sweeties Donuts 7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 2 houses completely remodeled with direct river access across the street! pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at 2 houses completely remodeled with direct river access across the street!? ### What time is check-out at 2 houses completely remodeled with direct river access across the street!? ### Where is 2 houses completely remodeled with direct river access across the street! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 2 houses completely remodeled with direct river access across the street! Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 11 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Russell G. 8 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for a large group Beautiful property with access to an excellent part of the river. Would stay again in a heartbeat. Great communication from the managers. ##### Russell G. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matt B. 15 Mar 2024 #### Retreat Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It it great from start to finish. Property will help you and guide you through. ##### Matt B. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yvonne B. 16 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Early Thanksgiving The place was clean and neat; the kids enjoyed the beds. ##### Yvonne B. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leticia Z. 3 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Gathering We loved the Ponderosa Twins, Family from different parts of Texas came and everyone loved the homes and the space to accommodate all of us. ##### Leticia Z. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Reid j. 29 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent property The property was huge, great fire pit. Seems in brand new condition. We're hoping to return next year! ##### Reid j. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022 From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anonymous 29 Jun 2022 #### 3 night stay Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: All was as promised ##### Anonymous Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jill S. 4 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Smithson Second year to stay at Ponderosa Twins. Great experience both times. ##### Jill S. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah B. 2 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous! Well stocked kitchen. Great river access. Comfy beds. All good ##### Sarah B. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Miranda S. 2 May 2023 #### Perfect for a multi family group Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We really enjoyed our stay! I'd love to come back for a summer visit when the weather is better. The place was very spacious and so cute. ##### Miranda S. From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joann P. 16 Jun 2023 #### Perfect place for our group! Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This property allowed our youth group to have the perfect stay. We finished our mission trip week with a get away, and our kids had such a blast. The 2 houses accommodated our needs perfectly. we were able to hang out in the yard between the 2 and enjoy a fire, and plenty of catch, football, and volleyball. The short walk to the Guadalupe river was a huge plus to this stay. ##### Joann P. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 From a partner site ### 8/10 Good #### ashley j. 7 Jul 2025 #### Wet and Scary Weekend Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were able to float one day but then the horrific flooding started and we were stuck at the property for over 24hr. Luckily everyone was safe and we had plenty of food and water. Made the best out of a terrible situation. We did have trouble finding the entry point to our river access, mainly due to the gate shown in the pictures with the addresses was completely gone. ##### ashley j. From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joey W. 31 May 2023 #### Awesomeness! Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a weekend retreat for our church. This place rocks! From the communication to the facility to the checkout procedures...everything was fantastic! I highly recommend that if you have a big family our group that wants to get together in one place; This. Is. The. Place. Cant wait to book our next event with them. ##### Joey W. ---