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New Braunfels Vacation Retreat, Sleeps Big Groups + Pool

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You can look forward to a firepit, a garden and a playground at New Braunfels Vacation Retreat, Sleeps Big Groups + Pool. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), and guests can find other amenities, such as an arcade/games room and laundry facilities.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 264000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

New Braunfels Vacation Retreat, Sleeps Big Groups + Pool

  • Welcome to Hotel California, a beautiful Hill Country retreat designed for relaxing getaways, family vacations, group gatherings, and unforgettable celebrations year-round.

    Set on 30 + private acres in New Braunfels, Hotel California gives you the feeling of a secluded estate while keeping you close to some of the area’s best attractions. Historic Gruene is just 12 miles away, with the Comal and Guadalupe Rivers, Schlitterbahn, Natural Bridge Caverns, and Downtown San Antonio all within easy reach.

    More than a typical vacation rental, Hotel California feels like your own private park — peaceful, spacious, scenic, and designed for bringing people together.

    Resort-Style Outdoor Amenities

    Enjoy the property’s expansive outdoor spaces, including:

    * Private swimming pool
    * In-ground hot tub
    * Stone pool deck with multiple lounge areas
    * Twinkle-lit oak grove
    * Fire pit and BBQ area

    Seasonal Giant Shade Tent — May through September

    The covered outdoor recreation area includes:

    * Pickleball
    * Ping pong
    * Corn hole
    * Basketball
    * Family games and outdoor activities

    Main House

    The spacious main house offers plenty of room for everyone to gather, relax, and enjoy time together.

    * Wraparound upper porch with beautiful Hill Country views
    * Grand dining room with seating for 14
    * Additional kitchen table seating for 6
    * Fully stocked kitchen for cooking and entertaining
    * Spacious living room with oversized family sofa
    * Smart TV with Wi-Fi streaming
    * DVD player and movie collection
    * Game room with foosball and outdoor access

    Bedrooms & Sleeping Spaces

    Primary Suite

    * King bed
    * Jetted soaking tub
    * Walk-in shower with seating

    Three Additional Upstairs Bedrooms (4 queen beds)

    * Shared full bathroom

    Bonus Bunk Room Retreat

    Accessible from either the wraparound porch or the primary suite, this separate space is perfect for kids, teens, or a “gentlemen’s getaway.”

    It includes:

    * Full bathroom
    * Blackjack table
    * Air hockey table
    * Smart TV and DVD player
    * Mini fridge
    * Private lounge area

    Sleeping Arrangement Note: The only downstairs sleeping area is a futon located in the foosball room. All other main-house sleeping spaces are upstairs, with the exception of the optional guest house.

    Optional Guest House — Casa Blanca

    Need additional space for your group?

    The separate guest house, Casa Blanca, sleeps up to 8 guests and may be added to your stay for additional space and privacy. This home is a one story.

    Search Casa Blanca on VRBO or message the owner for availability.

    Private Events Welcome

    Hotel California is located at La Dolce Vita Estates, originally designed as a private wedding and special event venue. Guests have the option to add a private event to their stay.

    Event packages include:

    * Use of the beautiful property grounds
    * Designated parking
    * Covered event space
    * Ceremony arch and chandelier
    * Tables and chairs

    Message for Event Add-On Pricing

    Perfect for:

    * Family reunions
    * Milestone birthdays
    * Retreats
    * Micro-weddings
    * Private celebrations

    Event insurance and vendor insurance are required. Events are not included in the nightly rental rate and must be arranged separately.

    Nearby Attractions

    * 12 miles — Historic Gruene
    * 12 miles — Natural Bridge Caverns & Wildlife Ranch
    * 11 miles — Schlitterbahn & Comal River
    * 10 miles — Downtown New Braunfels
    * 25 miles — The Alamo & Downtown San Antonio

    Your Hill Country Getaway Awaits

    Whether you’re planning a family vacation, reunion, relaxing retreat, group getaway, milestone celebration, or private event, Hotel California offers something that’s hard to find — private acres, resort-style amenities, abundant gathering space, and the privacy of your own Hill Country estate.

    Come make memories, relax by the pool, gather around the fire, enjoy the game spaces, and experience everything New Braunfels and the Texas Hill Country have to offer.

    Hotel California at La Dolce Vita Estates — where your getaway becomes part of the memory.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways
  • In-room accessibility
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • On a river

Things to do

  • 2 indoor pickleball courts
  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 4,000 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
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Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Trash - put all trash in cans provided. We have wild life and trash outside will attract them. Causing a huge mess.
No life guard on duty. Adult supervision is required at pool and firepit area.
Please see live link sent with welcome guide

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Use caution with stairs

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Located in New Braunfels, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Gruene Hall is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Comal River and Guadalupe River. Travelling with kids? Consider Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark and McKenna Children's Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding. Visit our New Braunfels travel guide
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New Braunfels, TX

What's nearby

  • A river winding through a forested valley with hills in the background and a bridge crossing the river.
    Guadalupe River
    13 min drive - 11.4 miles
  • A calm river surrounded by dense green foliage and trees.
    Comal River
    16 min drive - 11.7 miles
  • Animal World and Snake Farm Zoo
    7 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Lake Dunlap
    13 min drive - 11.4 miles
  • New Braunfels MarketPlace
    14 min drive - 12.1 miles

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
    27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dunkin’
    10 min drive
  • Portillo's
    11 min drive
  • McDonald's
    8 min drive
  • McDonald's
    11 min drive
  • Wraptitude: Gourmet Wraps, Burgers & Beers
    17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does New Braunfels Vacation Retreat, Sleeps Big Groups + Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is New Braunfels Vacation Retreat, Sleeps Big Groups + Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at New Braunfels Vacation Retreat, Sleeps Big Groups + Pool?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at New Braunfels Vacation Retreat, Sleeps Big Groups + Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at New Braunfels Vacation Retreat, Sleeps Big Groups + Pool?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is New Braunfels Vacation Retreat, Sleeps Big Groups + Pool located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Puppy Playland Dog Park, McKenna Children's Museum and Brauntex Theatre. Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark and Texas Tubes are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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