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Ponderosa Paradise: Guadalupe Riverfront + Riverside & Upper Deck + Mins to Whitewater Amphitheater

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring River Road

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A water park with multiple slides and pools, surrounded by wooden cabins and trees.
A spacious living room with a leather sofa, a TV, and a stone fireplace.
A modern kitchen with a central island, white cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances.
A lakeside property with a stone dock, a wooden deck, and a house with a red railing and a porch.
A wooden deck with chairs overlooking a calm river, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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New Braunfels, TX
  • Place, Guadalupe River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Comal River
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Gruene Hall
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Antonio, TX (SAT-San Antonio Intl.)
    ‪73 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

New Braunfels

River Road stay.With a stay at this River Road vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Guadalupe River and 6 miles (10 km) of Whitewater Amphitheatre. Canyon Lake Gorge and Overlook Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Guadalupe River - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Comal River - 27 min drive - 13.8 miles
  • Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark - 29 min drive - 14.5 miles
  • Gruene Hall - 29 min drive - 14.5 miles
  • Landa Park - 30 min drive - 15.4 miles

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 40 min drive
  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Granny D's Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lone Star Float House - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Canyon City Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dam Red Barn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wildflour Artisan Bakery & Grill - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ponderosa Paradise: Guadalupe Riverfront + Riverside & Upper Deck + Mins to Whitewater Amphitheater

Welcome to Ponderosa Paradise, a riverfront retreat tucked beneath the shade of ancient cypress and pecan trees along the Guadalupe River. This cozy two-bedroom, two-bath home comfortably accommodates up to eight guests.

What Guests Love About Ponderosa Paradise
* Mornings fishing, afternoons floating, evenings gathered on the deck
* Shaded & comfortably furnished main deck - perfect for meals together
* Peaceful, breezy riverside deck is ideal for fishing or setting up River HQ
* Open common areas that step right out onto the deck
* Flexible sleeping arrangements - 2 bedrooms + 2 sleeper sofas
* River relaxation in your backyard + local attractions just minutes away
* Casting a line into one of the best trout fisheries in Texas - Guadalupe River (Nov-May)
* Laundry room + grill available for guest use

Sleeping Arrangements
1 - King master suite + TV + river view + full sleeper sofa + attached full bath
2 - Queen bedroom + shared full bath
3 - Living room full sleeper sofa

Local Attractions
* Canyon Lake Dam, 4 miles
* Whitewater Amphitheater, 4 miles
* Tubing outfitters, 4 miles
* Schlitterbahn, 12 miles
* Historic Gruene, 14 miles
* Local wineries, 15 miles

Important Rental Info
- Maximum occupancy - 8 guests + 3 vehicles
- Must be 25 or older to rent
- Disruptive or disrespectful behavior will result in forfeiture of stay
- No smoking or pets are allowed on the property

Book your time in paradise at Ponderosa Paradise on the Guadalupe River with Vacay Hill Country today!

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Ponderosa Paradise: Guadalupe Riverfront + Riverside & Upper Deck + Mins to Whitewater Amphitheater to the airport?

This vacation home is 45 mi (55-min drive) away from the San Antonio International Airport (SAT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Ponderosa Paradise: Guadalupe Riverfront + Riverside & Upper Deck + Mins to Whitewater Amphitheater have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Ponderosa Paradise: Guadalupe Riverfront + Riverside & Upper Deck + Mins to Whitewater Amphitheater offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Ponderosa Paradise: Guadalupe Riverfront + Riverside & Upper Deck + Mins to Whitewater Amphitheater?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Ponderosa Paradise: Guadalupe Riverfront + Riverside & Upper Deck + Mins to Whitewater Amphitheater?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Ponderosa Paradise: Guadalupe Riverfront + Riverside & Upper Deck + Mins to Whitewater Amphitheater?

This vacation home offers free self parking.

Does Ponderosa Paradise: Guadalupe Riverfront + Riverside & Upper Deck + Mins to Whitewater Amphitheater have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Ponderosa Paradise: Guadalupe Riverfront + Riverside & Upper Deck + Mins to Whitewater Amphitheater have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Ponderosa Paradise: Guadalupe Riverfront + Riverside & Upper Deck + Mins to Whitewater Amphitheater to downtown New Braunfels?

This vacation home is 8.5 mi away from New Braunfels.

Ponderosa Paradise: Guadalupe Riverfront + Riverside & Upper Deck + Mins to Whitewater Amphitheater Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 130 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 130 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 130 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 130 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 130 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Cozy house on a great part of the river. Check in was a breeze and quick drive to the best of river road and Sattler. Amazing fishing spot about 100 yards down river. Will be renting here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was beautiful and very peaceful. Loved everything about our stay. We will be going back to this same place in the future. Thank you for the opportunity to stay there.
Exceptional views, peace and quiet.
Loved the two level decks
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was clean and had needed essentials for our stay. We were there to fish, so only needed basics of clean bed and baths, coffee and close to river. Would recommend.
From the river side deck.
Catching the rainbow
Neighbors
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a beautiful home. We absolutely loved the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Great house!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

It was a good getaway in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. House was nice size and clean. My only con is the very early check out time of 10am.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great weekend getaway

The property was clean and cozy with easy access to the river and local restaurants. We loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend getaway

Awesome stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful getaway

Very cute and cozy, this property was perfect for the calm and quiet getaway we were hoping to have
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Loved the view!!

Beautiful place, weather was perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great spring break getaway

Really enjoyed the house and view. Was very nice and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great weekend getaway!

The ponderosa paradise was very clean and accommodating for our family! We would highly recommend it for your stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house on the River, very clean and the communication with the owners was top notch. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing mini vacay

Highly recommend this location. Easy access to the river, just enough space for 2 couples.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet spot

Great spot to fish and close to great swimming spots
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great stay

Very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing getaway

Fun 4 night get away with friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Had a great trip. House was in a great location on the river. Clean and up to date.

Nice property. Would rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great view!

The river was so pretty add peaceful! Enjoyed our trip!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation Stay

We had a great time. The house was awesome with a beautiful view.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

Great location and clean house. We had a great time at the river. Awesome location to hangout and fish.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway

We really enjoyed our stay here during the Labor Day holiday! Great location on the river, beautiful view, and the house was perfect for our group of 6. We would stay here again without a doubt !
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Enjoyable Stay

Ponderosa Paradise was a great place to stay for us and our family. Beautiful, peaceful and perfect for lounging and enjoying a meal in the outdoors with family. Everyone had a blast.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

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