The Dam Ranch · The Dam Ranch | Country Living + Modern Amenities

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A covered outdoor area with a stone wall, a wooden deck, and a windmill in the background.
A lodge with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a view of a lake at sunset.
A spacious garage with a living area featuring leather sofas, a dining table, and various wall decorations.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a mirror, and a cowhide rug.
A kitchen with a stainless steel stove, wooden cabinets, and a window.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Enjoy the heated pool
    A rare find in this area - swim in comfort or have a relaxing dip.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Waterpark access
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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New Braunfels, TX
  • Place, Texas Ski Ranch
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, New Braunfels Town Center at Creekside
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, San Marcos Premium Outlets
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 2

+1
5 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

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About the area

New Braunfels

Located in New Braunfels, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Guadalupe River and Comal River. Consider Happy Cow Bar & Grill for a night out or Texas Ski Ranch if you're travelling with kids. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours, wildlife walks and fishing.
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New Braunfels, TX

What's nearby

  • Texas Ski Ranch - 4 min drive - 5.3 km
  • New Braunfels Town Center at Creekside - 8 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Riley's Tavern, Farm to Market Road 1102, New Braunfels, Tx, Usa - 8 min drive - 9.8 km
  • San Marcos Premium Outlets - 9 min drive - 13.8 km
  • New Braunfels MarketPlace - 10 min drive - 16.5 km

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 18 min drive
  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kings & Queens Ballroom - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Black Bear Diner - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Dam Ranch · The Dam Ranch | Country Living + Modern Amenities have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is The Dam Ranch · The Dam Ranch | Country Living + Modern Amenities pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Dam Ranch · The Dam Ranch | Country Living + Modern Amenities?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Dam Ranch · The Dam Ranch | Country Living + Modern Amenities?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Dam Ranch · The Dam Ranch | Country Living + Modern Amenities?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Dam Ranch · The Dam Ranch | Country Living + Modern Amenities located?

This family-friendly New Braunfels holiday home is located on a lake, 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Texas Ski Ranch, and within 6 mi (10 km) of New Braunfels Town Center at Creekside and Happy Cow Bar & Grill. Riley's Tavern and Riley's Tavern, Farm to Market Road 1102, New Braunfels, Tx, Usa are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 15 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay for graduation party with family and friends.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. Very quiet and nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property that looked exactly as described upon booking! The space was perfect for our group of 12 people, very comfortable, and good AC (a must in central Texas in the summer). We loved our stay and would recommend the property to others!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

We enjoyed our stay here! Perfect for our son’s graduation weekend!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We had a great stay!

The property was awesome with plenty to do and lots of TVs. We had a great trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 October 2022
Wes, Thanks so much for your review of Dam Ranch! We're happy to hear you enjoyed the property! We hope you come back to vacation with us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ranch House

What a great place to host an event with friends. The pool was great for cooling off after golf. We never felt like we were too loud due to the location and privacy. Tons and tons of space to enjoy. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 October 2022
Dustin, Thank you so much for your review of Dam Ranch! We are glad to hear you were able to enjoy the pool after a long day of golf! There is definitely tons of space on the property! We hope you can come back to vacation with us again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great location

Pool table room fridge was not working. Remotes for fans either had dead batteries or no batteries. Loved the location and plenty of stuff to do at the house which made up for those minor inconveniences. Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Good little place

More information about what you have to supply yourself prior to check in would have been helpful. Silver ware was not available. Bring bug spray, or citranella candles. Splitting hairs though. Great place to get away and be self contained and have a good time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 August 2024
Wes, Thanks for your review of Dam Ranch! Big Chief Vacation Properties
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend stay

Alot of fun with my friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2022
We're glad to hear you and your friends has a great time at Dam Ranch. We hope you come back and vacation with us again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome stay

Had a great time at the dam ranch. Spent a lot of time cooking. Played games the whole time and enjoyed the view. Perfect place to getaway to from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2022
Cameron, Thank your for your review of The Dam Ranch. We are glad to hear you enjoyed your stay and we hope you come back and vacation with us again in the future. Thanks, again!
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Worst vacation ever

The description of the property was very misleading. It might be nice for a bunch of guys to stay at (small guys who fit in bunk beds) if they are here bird hunting or something. But not for family vacations. There was absolutely no mention of this being a “working ranch” until I received an email about checking in. That’s a pretty key factor when selecting a vacation spot. You have to drive to the lake, which is surrounded by cows, again a key factor. When playing in the grassy area we had to dodge cow piles. The king sized bed was hard and very uncomfortable. That’s the only bed besides 12 twin sized bunk beds. The lake seems to be a place where cows walk into with no good fishing spots. And there was only enough hot water for one shower. Overall, a very poor experience for my family. We left early, after the first night. I’ve always had excellent luck with VRBO bookings but this was an exception. I’ll definitely never book a place without reviews yet again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 April 2021
As this is a newer listing and such a unique property, we were appreciative of the constructive feedback. We previously marketed this property as The Dam Ranch due to the fact that it is indeed a real ranch. We were unaware of the misconception that people may have with the name. Due to your feedback and to avoid future confusion, we have updated the description to include “working ranch”. Prior to your booking, the sleeping arrangement details were included in the property’s photos and description. While these sleeping arrangements may not be ideal for some families, we ensured the information was available prior to booking. As this is a newer property, this is also a brand new mattress. Typically when buying a new mattress, buyers want a firmer feel as they tend to become softer over time. We will considering getting a pillow top to make the King size bed more comfortable for our future guests. Additionally, the hot water heater has since been repaired to provide guests plenty of hot water during their stay. While it is unfortunate you and your family left early during your stay at The Dam Ranch, we hope you would considering any of our other homes and/or condos in the New Braunfels area. We would be happy to try to make your future stay a better experience for everyone. Thanks!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 August 2024
Thank you for your 5-star review of Dam Ranch! Big Chief Vacation Properties
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