Charming River Cabin WITH RV

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Exceptional

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Enjoy the area

New Braunfels, TX

Lake Dunlap1 min walk
New Braunfels MarketPlace8 min drive
Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark10 min drive
San Antonio, TX (SAT-San Antonio Intl.)35 min drive

Great place for a family Thanksgiving by the campfire. Unique layout with cabin + camper. All very well stocked.

David B.

Dec 2, 2022

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

4 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

About this property

Listed as one of "Ten Great Vacation Rentals Vetted by Texas Monthly Writers", this is a peaceful, cozy 1930's waterfront cottage WITH restored RV to sleep up to ten guests. Great place for kids and pets. The expansive back yard leads to your private access to the Guadalupe River (Lake Dunlap), ideal for kayaking, paddle-boarding, fishing, swimming, and wildlife viewing. Kayaks and many other amenities are included -- just bring yourselves!

The cabin is 480 Square feet and built in 1930. A queen, twin, and sofa sleeper allow for a good nights sleep. This is simple studio style therefore all in one room space. A fully stocked kitchen provides the backdrop for a gourmet meal or just BBQ outside in covered BBQ pavilion. Books, Direct TV, WIFI, various DVD's, and board games provide indoor entertainment.

***This being a rustic cabin, it has very little modern day insulation. Please expect that on very hot summer days, the inside temperature may reach the upper 70's, and on very cold nights, may reach the 50's, despite our AC and heaters.***

This area of water is called Lake Dunlap, however the dam broke in 2019, leaving the gently flowing Guadalupe river. Due to extremely limited boat access now, the river is peaceful and quiet, perfect for paddle boarding, swimming, and kayaking. From our dock, the river reaches a depth of 30 feet.

Our dock is large enough for chairs, laying out or running and jumping into the water. We have a grassy “beach type” area in between our backyard and the river. Nearer the cabin, there is a propane grill, a smaller charcoal grill, and a huge offset smoker. All are under a covered pavilion with table and chairs close by.

The back porch and long yard with shady tall trees greet your view of Lake Dunlap. One fire pit with moveable chairs allows for comfort during colder temperatures. Most of your time will be spent here. It's absolutely gorgeous.

This is a great place for pets, but it's not completely enclosed, so bring your leash.

Search "Texas Monthly ten great vacation rentals vetted by Texas Monthly writers" and scroll to "Lakefront Cabin in New Braunfels" for a nice description of our place.

Property manager

Amy Payne

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

New Braunfels

Located in New Braunfels, this cabin is on the waterfront. Gruene Hall is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Guadalupe River and Comal River. Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark and Schlitterbahn East are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

New Braunfels, TX

What's nearby

Lake Dunlap - 1 min walk
Guadalupe River - 1 min drive
New Braunfels MarketPlace - 8 min drive
Comal River - 9 min drive
Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark - 10 min drive

Getting around

San Marcos Station - 25 min drive
San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 9 min drive
Texas Bistro at Park View - 6 min drive
Subway - 9 min drive
Buffalo Wild Wings - 9 min drive
Clear Springs Restaurant - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming River Cabin WITH RV pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Charming River Cabin WITH RV?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming River Cabin WITH RV?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming River Cabin WITH RV located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Dunlap and within 6 miles (10 km) of Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark and Guadalupe River. Comal Park and New Braunfels MarketPlace are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

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10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

David B.

2 December 2022

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

Great cabin!

Great place for a family Thanksgiving by the campfire. Unique layout with cabin + camper. All very well stocked.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Amy Payne

I have a love of hosting and entertaining. Making sure all family members are taken care of little ones- to elderly.
I'm a wife and mom to two children and two fur babies.

Why they chose this property

The Location!
It provides a "get away from it all feeling". Built in 1930, it has the charm of simple living. A beautiful view from the back porch lends itself to napping, reading, playing games, or wading in the water. A simple kitchen or grills outside provide simple means to cook. Or you can easily get to New Braunfels and enjoy one of the many restaurants. My favorite is to sit on back porch and read.
Our family likes to kayak and the kids really like to swim, float, and jump of the maui pad.
*****

What makes this property unique

The neighborhood is a Lakefront neighborhood. The main focus of the houses is towards the river. The neighborhood is comfortable with good neighbors and a broad mix of houses. We are lucky. We even have a sweet neighbor who bakes the most beautiful sweets and sells eggs, honey and the like at a neighborhood stand a short walk from our property. Downtown New Braunfels is 8 miles away. Gruene is 10.