Blue Door Cottage Family Game Room - Family Friendly!
Welcome yourself to our Cozy Blue Door Cottage located in the heart of Canyon Lake, TX! If you're planning a weekend getaway with some friends or family, this cottage has everything you need to relax in complete comfort. The central location is close to local restaurants, hill country activities, and the beautiful Canyon Lake. There is an upstairs gameroom and very spacious outdoor setup with plenty of room for boat parking. Take a look inside and let your Canyon Lake vacation begin!
The space
Location: - Short drive to Canyon Lake boat ramps and marina - Minutes to local restaurants and grocery store - Tons of local hill country activities just a short drive away - 30 minute commute to San Marcos and New Braunfels
Sleeps: - Up to five people - Queen bed in the master bedroom - Twin trundle beds and a full in upstairs room (one full, two twins) - Upstairs bedroom is open to the game room without a door Bath: - One bathroom with tub/ shower combo Kitchen: - Keurig coffee machine with coffee, creamer and sweetener provided - NO DISHWASHER dishes must be hand washed
Amenities: - Large porch to enjoy your morning coffee (provided) - Huge front yard for activities - Well - lit outdoor area - Outdoor fire pit - Plenty of space for boat parking - Short walk to small local playground - Outdoor corn hole setup - Outdoor dining area - Charcoal grill provided - Deer corn provided to feed - Arcade games - Shuffleboard table - Foosball table - Gaming table - Wide selection of board games and children's books provided - 50 inch smart TV with cable - Wifi included
Guest access This is an entire home rental. You will have access to the entire home and it is your own private rental for the duration of your stay.
Other things to note - The property does not have a fenced in yard - We have a ring doorbell camera overlooking the front of the cottage for the safety and security of both our home and guests. However, we value your privacy and only reference it if an issue arises. - No dishwasher
Nearby Hot Spots: -Canyon Lake Marina: 4.9 miles -Potter's Creek Boat Ramp: 5 miles -Whitewater Amphitheater: 9.4 miles -Tubing: 8-9 miles (multiple options!) -Canyon Dam: 8.3 miles -Historic Gruene: 20 miles -Schlitterbahn: 23 miles -Downtown New Braunfels: 24 miles -Brookshire Brothers Grocery Store: 3.3 miles
We have a security camera overlooking the exterior of the house for the safety and security of our home and guests.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please reach out if needing special accommodations
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Events
No events allowed
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Please let us know of any pets
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Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking allowed outdoors
-Indoor fireplace Is OFF limits-$250 fine
- Pets not allowed on furniture, two pets max, no pets under one year of age
- Guests agree to exercise caution when utilizing bunk beds
- Guests are liable for any pet damage, $95 per pet
- Guests must pick up ALL dog poop
- Check Comal county burn ban status before lighting any fires
- Do not flush anything other than toilet paper down the toilets
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
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
About the area
Canyon Lake
Located in Canyon Lake, this cottage is near theme parks and near a water park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Blue Hole Regional Park and Jacob's Well Natural Area, while Whitewater Amphitheatre and The Heritage Museum of the Texas Hill Country are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Central Texas Bonsai Exhibit at Jade Gardens and The Island. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.
San Marcos Premium Outlets - 34 min drive - 47.1 km
Comal River - 37 min drive - 50.6 km
Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark - 39 min drive - 51.7 km
Getting around
San Marcos Station - 30 min drive
San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 49 min drive
Restaurants
7-Eleven - 25 min drive
Maven's Inn & Grill - 25 min drive
Wildflour Artisan Bakery & Grill North - 16 min walk
7-Eleven - 6 min drive
McDonald's - 22 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Blue Door Cottage Family Game Room - Family Friendly! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Blue Door Cottage Family Game Room - Family Friendly!?
As of 23 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Door Cottage Family Game Room - Family Friendly! on 13 August 2026 start from NZ$271, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Blue Door Cottage Family Game Room - Family Friendly!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Blue Door Cottage Family Game Room - Family Friendly!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Blue Door Cottage Family Game Room - Family Friendly!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Blue Door Cottage Family Game Room - Family Friendly! located?
Located in Canyon Lake, this family-friendly cottage is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Canyon Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Potter's Creek Park and Canyon Park. Jacob's Creek Park and Canyon Lake Marina are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had an amazing stay at this cottage, the upstairs game room kept the kids busy playing together after long days of swimming in nearby rivers. Great location with all of the attractions you could ask for within a 30 minute drive if visiting nearby cities! Also always had 3-10 deer in the backyard at all times, and several grey foxes as well (which I had never seen in person before). So cute!
Kaley A.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 October 2025
Thank you! We are so glad that you enjoyed the local deer and the game room! We hope to see you again.
We stayed here for our daughter’s 3rd birthday and she had a blast! The house is just as pictured and had all the activities to keep her entertained. Feeding “Santa’s Reindeer” was her favorite part. We will most definitely be staying here again!
Alicia M.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 December 2023
Thank you for the review Alicia! We are super happy that we were able to make your daughters 3rd birthday special!
We loved the coziness of this cute cottage. It was equipped with everything you may need if staying longer than a few days.
Feeding the deer and enjoying a campfire was so much fun!! We will definitely be back!!!
cindy l.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 January 2024
Thank you Cindy! You were a great guest and we cannot wait to have you all back!
We enjoyed our stay. The place was nice and clean. It was close to lake. House had lots of games to keep the kids engaged and entertained. The owner (Austin) was very quick to respond to our questions or requests.
All in all pleasant stay.
Amir T.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2024
Thank you for the review Amir! We are so glad that we were able to keep your kids entertained. We cannot wait to have you all back!
Thank you Benny! Glad you enjoyed your quiet stay!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amy
19 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was awesome, the home was very clean and the kids loved the game room. The property owners were very nice and communicated well. The neighborhood was very quiet, with deer everywhere! Would highly recommend Blue Door Cottage for a nice getaway!
Had such a wonderful visit. Austin is an amazing host. Great communications and provided a lot of details for our check in and stay. Very accurate and clean listing. Had so much fun with our family visiting this place. Would recommend for your next trip to the area.
Mark E.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 November 2023
Thank you for the review Mark! We are so glad that you and your family had a great time.
We enjoyed our stay at this property. My children were entertained with all the games upstairs and my husband and I had some peaceful relaxation on the porch enjoying nature and the many deer roaming the neighborhood. We found in the kitchen everything we needed for cooking meals as well. I would recommend this to anyone who is looking for a place to getaway for quality family time and some rest and relaxation.
This was a perfect house for our family! My kids loved playing all the games, especially the arcade games. We also loved feeding the deer every morning and evening. The house was super clean and had everything we needed. Very peaceful and quiet. It was a perfect little getaway for a few days. My kids are already begging to go back.
We loved this cottage. Check in was super easy and everything was as indicated online. When the deer corn bucket had been knocked over by animals over night, the owner was prompt in providing a solution so we could enjoy feeding the deer the very next day. The kitchen was well stocked with cooking pots, pans, and utensils. We enjoyed the front porch, walking down the street, wildlife, and all the indoor games - shuffleboard, foosball, board games and video games. A very nice place for our family.
We took a mini vacation in June 2024. The house is super cute! Lots of deers come visit daily. We visited Canyon lake, Guadalupe river swam, fish and hiking we had an awesome time! The host was very good at responding when I had any questions, very helpful. I would definitely recommend this place!
Susan M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2024
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled you enjoyed your mini vacation and the daily deer visits. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to host you again soon!
The property was very clean and Austin was a very attentive and responsive host. Coffee with creamer and sugar is a must and they had plenty to pick from. Clean and comfortable linens. The deer coming so close to the house was an added bonus. If ever back in the area, wouldn’t hesitate to book this cottage again.
Kelly H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 October 2023
Thank you Kelly! We will keep the coffee stocked and I know the deer will be waiting for you! Can’t wait to have your family back!
Very clean and comfortable.Quite neighborhood.Easy to get to wear ever you want to go.Game room upstairs a plus.Would recommend if you don’t want a hot tub or pool.
This property is top notch. Proximity to the lake is great. Property has everything you need to have an amazing get away, with or without children. My boys 19 & 10 enjoyed the gameroom and arcade setup. The deer coming up to feed was incredible, corn was provided which was a nice extra touch. Highly recommend!
Audra E.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 April 2023
Thank you Audra! Glad your boys had a good time with the game room, and y'all were able to feed the deer. Come back and see us!
House was very clean with charming decorations. Had everything needed – extra pillows, throws, lots of games & books, even coffee, sugar & creamer. Fun to watch deer come right up to the porch. (Owner even provided deer corn to feed them.) Such a relaxing trip – definitely renting this one again!
D.M. S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2022
We are glad that you enjoyed your stay and we’re able to feed the deer. Come back and see us!
Such a cute little house! All was perfect for our stay! We had 2 boys 9 & 13 and they loved the upstairs game room! BEST part was the deer corn they left us to feed the deer all day long!! We brought our dog too & he enjoyed being at the house. Great spot & nice driving distance to Cypress Falls Swimming Hole, hiking at Canyon Lake Gorge & Overlook, Gruene Hall and Natural Bridge Cavern Will recommend to other friends. Thank you!
The Hamilton's
Wylie, TX
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Andrea H.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 August 2025
Thank you Andrea! It was a pleasure hosting you and your family and we cannot wait to see you all again!
Our family of 3 decided to have a last minute getaway for Christmas. This cottage was perfect. The beds were comfortable, and the kitchen was well stocked. The game room was fun, great for family time and we loved the book nook with the bean bag chairs. The location was convenient to the lake, Wimberley, and San Marcos for hiking and dinning and other activities.
Tithe added bonus was the deer feed. The deer came from everywhere once you threw the feed out.
Cassandra B.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2024
Thank you for the review Cassandra! So happy to hear that you enjoyed meeting our local deer. We hope to have you back!
Austin is an amazing host who definitely understands what he’s doing and how to check-in and treat a guest! We had an amazing stay and we were in communication as needed. As for the home, it’s in the perfect location and has all the amenities we needed. The host really thought of everything when it comes to hosting people at his home. We will definitely be coming back and this home is worth a lot more than what we paid for per night. Thanks Austin!
Everything was perfect from the owners staying in constant contact down to every detail inside the house. The house was decorated very nice and cozy which made it feel like home. They also thought of everything down to an iron and blow dryer for you to use. The house had tons of games and space for my family. We also made great memories drinking the stocked coffee while feeding the deer in the morning. The neighborhood was nice, friendly, quiet and close to everything we needed. Most definitely recommend and we will be back to make great memories on Canyon Lake. A huge thank you to the best host we have rented from thus far.
Mallory L.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2022
Thank you for this glowing review Mallory! Honored to hear that we were the best host that you have rented from! Please come back and see us. We enjoyed having you and your family.
We chose this house to stay in when we took our boys to the lake. The game room was the big selling point for us! No shortage of fun there! The size of the house was perfect for the 4 of us. The house is very clean and cozy. It’s in a neighborhood, but it felt private. We had a lot of deer come up to the front porch and fed them corn that the owners provided. The rocking chairs on the porch were nice with morning coffee. The location was great! Since Canyon Lake rents boats with tubes and skis we may stay here again. Thank you!
Lavenda S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2023
Thank you for the review Lavenda! We were so happy to host your family and cannot wait to have you all back!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brianna
31 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place was amazing. My kids LOVED their room. The games are perfect. My kids always had something to do while at the home. The beds were very comfortable! My favorite was in the mornings going outside to feed the deer, then sit and drink coffee and watch the view. It was so relaxing and comfortable. The owner Austin was very responsive from the very beginning of our booking till we left! Any time we needed anything, we would reach out and we would get a fast response. Very attentive. Over all it was one of the best stays I’ve had. I definitely recommend.
Brianna
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
About the host
Hosted by Austin Spitzenberger
I'm a Texas native and business owner who loves to spend time with my wife and two dogs. I'm very passionate about providing memorable experiences for guests, and want to ensure that every guest has a five star experience.
Why they chose this property
We decided to purchase our lake cottage because we were visiting Canyon Lake often to enjoy the beautiful clear blue water and spend time out in the hill country. We love sharing our home with guests, and we enjoy hearing the positive experiences that we are able to provide for travelers!
What makes this property unique
One thing that separates our property form competitors, is the local deer that come to feed in our spacious front yard. Our front yard is not fenced in so they love to come hang out. We provide deer corn so that you can feed them. Also, we take pride in our upstairs game room where you can keep yourself occupied with plenty of fun activities like arcade units and classic board games.
Languages:
English, Spanish
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