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Moe and Jo’s Haus I Pet Friendly I Canyon Lake

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Aerial view
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
TV

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

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

Moe and Jo’s Haus I Pet Friendly I Canyon Lake

W.O.R.D Permit- L1350

Moe and Jo’s Haus at the Rocking MJ Ranch has a history as unique as the Texas Hill Country

A charming, secluded cabin awaits you tucked amidst live oak trees that have stood for generations on this Tex-German Hill Country ranch. This unique cabin echoes another time. In fact, it was modeled after the officers’ quarters of the Texas Frontier forts.

Its simple appointments and roomy bedrooms provide comfort during your stay. You will enjoy your time here watching the deer and birds who feed near the cabin. Watch the sunset from the comfortable porches or make the most of all that the New Braunfels area has to offer. The cabin is conveniently located near the crystal blue waters of the Guadalupe River and Canyon Lake and all of its Amenities.

While we can only imagine where the Apache and later Comanche tribal groups may have camped on the Rocking MJ Ranch -- the presence of arrowheads indicates that they hunted and stayed on this land at one time. For the last 120 years, the ranch has been in the Jonas/Schwab family. Historically, the ranch was used as grazing land for Hereford cattle and a hard-scrabble home for Angora, and later, Spanish and Boer goats.

Around the turn of the twentieth century, the ranch had been home to a cedar chopper family who “sharecropped” cedar in exchange for rent to live on the Rocking MJ Ranch. In fact, some of the cedar posts that hold up the front and back porches of Moe and Jo’s Haus came from trees that surrounded the dirt-floor “lean-to” home of that cedar chopper family.

The most dynamic features of the ranch are the scrub live oaks, cedar lined ravines and steppe-like limestone and caliche uplifts, and friendly yard ornaments Tex and Rex the Longhorn Cattle who reside at the ranch.

Moe and Jo’s Haus is named for the previous owners, the parents of the current owners. Moe and Jo Schwab were the fourth generation of the Jonas/Schwab family to own this picturesque place. They ranched and tended this Hill Country ranch for more than 60 years. It’s now open to couples and families for a retreat and relaxing vacation.

You will never forget your stay at this cozy cabin in one of the most beautiful parts of Texas.

Canyon Lake, Texas is a truly unique destination. Nestled in the rolling hills of the Texas Hill Country, Canyon Lake is a picturesque paradise of rolling hills and sparkling blue waters. With its abundance of outdoor attractions, it's no wonder that Canyon Lake is a popular destination for those seeking adventure. Enjoy a day of tubing, rafting, and fishing in the lake, or take a hike along the Madrone Trail for beautiful views of the surrounding countryside. For a more leisurely experience, Comal Park, Cranes Mill Park and Randolph Recreation Park offer plenty of opportunities for relaxing in nature. If you're looking for something more thrilling, check out the Whitewater amphitheater for live music or a lazy river experience rafting or tubing. Whether you're searching for a peaceful escape or an exciting adventure, Canyon Lake is the perfect spot to explore.
More Hill Country fun can be found at Old Hancock Trail for horseback riding and hiking. You can also enjoy a beach area with swimming and nature trails at Overlook Park, just a short drive away with great views of Canyon Lake as well as the Dam. Or rent a pontoon boat or jet ski for the day! Take a day trip to Gruene, home to the historic Gruene Hall, to enjoy music and dancing, or dine at the delicious Gristmill Restaurant. The downtown square of Wimberley offers shopping in boutiques and coffee shops for a relaxing stroll around town. You can start your adventure by swimming and hiking at the famous Jacobs Well, fly across the sky at Zip Line Adventure, or drop by Blue Hole Regional Park for swimming and nature trails. Visit New Braunfels and float the beautiful Guadalupe River. Rent paddle boats or picnic at Landa Park, swim at the Spring Fed Pool, spend the day at Schlitterbahn Water Park, or visit one of the local wineries or breweries for wine or beer tasting.

*The health and safety of our guests and staff is paramount. Cleanliness is always our top priority. We offer a 24 hour guest service contact number for emergencies, and messages will be answered promptly. Arrive when it is convenient for you, we provide an easy contactless check-in and out process.

*Please note – Rates are based on the number of guests entered in the reservation quote – any additional guests may incur additional charges. The occupancy listed is the max occupancy this property can accommodate.

NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features exterior security cameras on the exterior of the home. They do not look into interior spaces.

*Pet fees will apply and are charged per pet. Please note that there is a 2 dog maximum and dogs cannot exceed 25 pounds each.

Property manager

Hill Country Premier Lodging

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

664

About the neighborhood

Map
TX, Canyon Lake

What's nearby

  • Jacob's Creek Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Canyon Lake - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • North Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Whitewater Amphitheatre - 7 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Canyon Lake Marina - 9 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 32 min drive
  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Canyon City Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wildflour Artisan Bakery & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Granny D's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dam Red Barn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Italian Garden Cafe - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Moe and Jo’s Haus I Pet Friendly I Canyon Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Moe and Jo’s Haus I Pet Friendly I Canyon Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Moe and Jo’s Haus I Pet Friendly I Canyon Lake?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Moe and Jo’s Haus I Pet Friendly I Canyon Lake located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Jacob's Creek Park, Canyon Lake, and North Park. Guadalupe River and Overlook Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Moe and Jo’s Haus I Pet Friendly I Canyon Lake Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 27 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rocky P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot!
Perfect spot for 2 couples. Convenient to everything but once you pull in the gate you feel like you are a million miles from anything. The longhorns and the deer provide lots of entertainment. The
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ciara A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
Great stay very remote loved the long horns and deer so beautiful and stunning. Great communication. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meghan N.

Liked: Cleanliness
LOVE this place!
This is now our spot anytime we are in the area!! We enjoyed everything about our stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Al T.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Satisfied
Literally out in cow pasture, bed rooms were very nice and comfy, place was clean and easy to stay. Would highly recommend for folks trying to get some time away.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

M B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house, great property
Amazing house comfortably furnished located amid a large wooded area. We enjoyed the quiet, the longhorn cattle, and the parcel of deer. Canyon Lake is a very nice town and we look forward to visiting again when possible
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candis Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Taste of Texas
As a native Texan, I highly recommend this place for a true taste of the Texas Hill Country lifestyle! Remotely tucked away with so many amenities nearby, it’s easy to get what you’re looking for in a heartbeat with the option to hideaway from the world as much as you want. Amazing wildlife and nature
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leigh K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect country stay
Love this little cabin in the country! Sweet quaint homey space in the middle of Texas ranch land with plenty of siting of deer and the resident Longhorn. We loved every minute we stayed. 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Canyon Lake
Great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Large property. Peaceful. Longhorns were close by, but friendly. Large bedrooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

LELONI P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Texas Longhorn Ranch
My boys loved seeing the Texas Longhorns every day and the wild deer on the property. Very cool experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krystal M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway!!
My husband and I had a wonderful time celebrating our anniversary in this quiet ranch home. The Longhorns paid us a visit on our last day and it was a treat! The property is beautiful and house was perfect for us two!! Thank you for allowing us to stay in your home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We’ll Be Back!
Our stay was absolutely what the doctor ordered. My wife and I enjoyed our visit tremendously.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bluebonnets everywhere
We had a wonderful stay at Moe and Jo’s cabin. They layout was great with two suites. Location was close to town and lake. Will stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mo and Joe's
Very nice place to stay , my wife and I went to Canton Lake Texas for our 37 wedding Anniversary , Mo and Joe's was a very nice place to stay .
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Viejo P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great ranch to stay ..
Property was perfect to stay, super clean and the beds are out of this world comfy , super nice location and nice restaurants close by, we love the longhorn bulls, we will book this place again soon ...
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas retreat
Lovely home on a beautiful piece of property. Fenced yard was great for our fur babies.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dillon E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it
Wow. Just wow. What a great spot to recharge the batteries. The property was amazing. And I can’t wait to book again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Larry J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stress Relief and Cows Too
Good location, nice house, comfortable bed, great porch time, peaceful surroundings, nice sturdy fenced-in yard for the dogs. Suggestions for improvement-living room furniture was not comfortable, chairs on the porch were not comfortable either. The floor needed to be a bit cleaner. Overall, it was an awesome place to stay. I highly recommend this location for your next vacation/adventure. The cows came over every day to visit with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
The house was clean and the property was beautiful. We enjoyed walking and going for jogs on the property. The location is great. You’re a short drive to many things to do. The only cons: Some of the pots and pans were not fully clean. The property is peaceful but there is a nearby road where you hear the frequent car traffic. Overall the place is great and we really enjoyed our stay. Great value.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Get away
It was a great place to just get away and relax which is what I was needing. We enjoyed the longhorns and the deer.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl W., Bluegrove, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Live Oak Stay in the Country
Absolutely loved the property, out of the beaten path, quiet, relaxing. Loved the deer who visited in the morning and the Longhorns were very curious about us. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Rosa V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Getaway
The stay in this beautiful home was nice. The description is accurate as far as the cabin itself and all of the amenities. The check in was a little rough for us since it was dark. Although it says to check in at your convenience, I would suggest arrive during daylight. We did not find the cabin as easily as described. Due to that, the longhorns came up to our vehicle. We were between the first gate and the second gate trying to get in. Since we had our dogs (which we paid additional cost per day), they came up to us (both longhorns and some cows) and wanted to investigate the dogs. We had to get out of the vehicle to open the gate. Well, it was a little scary for us (we have no longhorn experience). We called the line and they helped us navigate to the correct area. During our stay we stayed within the gated area and were not able to walk the grounds (we were hoping to find some arrowheads as described). The longhorns were always there and we just didn't feel comfortable walking into their space. I would like people to know if you are not "familiar" with large cattle and how to behave or "pet" them, this could be a bit overwhelming. The location and home was great, but for us particularly, it was not as relaxing as we had hoped it would be. I give them 4 stars because they did offer to help us until we were inside the cabin area and felt safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place
Will stay here everytime we can
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Get away weekend
This place was perfect to get away from the busy city life. We needed some quiet and open space to just chill. The longhorns on the property were amazing and enjoyed our coffee and breakfast with them! Lol
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan F., Fair Oaks Ranch, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place!
Everything was great! Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023