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The Great Escape-Luxury Hill Country Estate on the Blanco River - Pool

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Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
Property grounds
Pool
Game room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms5 bathrooms279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

The Great Escape-Luxury Hill Country Estate on the Blanco River - Pool

Beautiful Hill Country home called 'The Great Escape at Wimberley' is directly on the crystal clear Blanco River in highly desirable Wimberley, Texas. You will be in a private 3300 square foot home on three lush acres with almost 300 feet of direct river frontage. This home has 6 bedrooms and 5 baths. There is a separate Game room with an 8' pool table, shuffle board, and 3 large windows overlooking the river.

River Suite/Game Room - master suite with queen bed, twin bed, full size washer and dryer, and a private bath with a tile shower and granite countertops. The River Suite is always included when renting the main house.

The rock bottom river runs continuous through the year and is almost always at a very leisurely flow, great for kids. The covered back porch provides a beautiful view of the river and the surrounding hills. Easy to watch the activity in the river directly from the porch.

Sit in the back yard and BBQ your dinner for the night. Enjoy a glass of ice tea, or a glass of wine, as you watch the deer and the river move through the back yard. Sit in the hot tub and watch the deer and the river. Enjoy the outdoor firepit.

Go into Wimberley for the great shopping, fine and casual dining, or enjoy the many festivals that go on throughout the year. Take in a live performance at one of Wimberley's live theater groups.

We are only 25 minutes from New Braunfels, an hour from San Antonio, less than 25 minutes from Austin and Lake Travis. Within one hour you have tubing, Schlitterbahn, San Antonio river-walk, Lake Travis, Canyon Lake, caves, and all of the wonders that the Texas Hill Country has to offer.

Outside we have a large covered porch overlooking the river, over 2500 sq ft of rock sidewalks and patios. There is also a large outdoor fire pit. A large covered Country gazebo with an 8ft pic nic table perfect for outdoor dining.

Added in 2015 is a pool with a free standing hot tub for 8 people. A large lounging area around the pool with table and chairs for 6. The pool is fully fenced in with a new walkway to the back of the house facing the Blanco River. The pool has two areas one for wading and swimming for the whole family to enjoy. Plenty of privacy!

The house is completely furnished and comes complete with all linens, towels, cooking utensils, BBQ pit, etc to make your stay as comfortable as possible. We have cable TV, Hi-Speed Internet.

Give us an e-mail or a call with any questions. We hope that you take the opportunity to enjoy our beautiful Hill Country home. Our calendar is always updated, and take a look at all of our guest comments.

Sleeping Arrangements:

Main House:
* Bedroom #1- Downstairs - Queen bed uses detached full bathroom
* Bedroom # 2 - Upstairs - Queen Bed and twin bed uses detached full bathroom with room #3
* Bedroom # 3 - Upstairs - Queen Bed uses attached full bathroom with room #2
* Bedroom # 4 - Upstairs - Queen Bed and 2 twin beds uses detached full bathroom
* Bedroom # 5 - Master Suite- King bed with private full bathroom

* River Suite/ Game room -1 Queen Bed and Twin Bed - Private Bath door for privacy from game room.

Keywords: House on the Blanco river great escape estate private pool hot tub fire pit River

Property manager

Shiloh Collins

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free internet

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Fully-fenced
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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)

General

  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

339905

About the neighborhood

Map
TX, Wimberley

What's nearby

  • Blue Hole Regional Park - 9 min drive
  • The Island - 9 min drive
  • Central Texas Bonsai Exhibit at Jade Gardens - 10 min drive
  • Wimberley Lions Market Days - 11 min drive
  • Wimberley Zipline Adventures - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 28 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mima's Kitchen - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wimberley Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Community Pizza & Beer Garden - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Blanco Brew - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Monster Treats - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Great Escape-Luxury Hill Country Estate on the Blanco River - Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Great Escape-Luxury Hill Country Estate on the Blanco River - Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Great Escape-Luxury Hill Country Estate on the Blanco River - Pool?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Great Escape-Luxury Hill Country Estate on the Blanco River - Pool located?

This family-friendly Wimberley vacation home is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Corral Theatre and Blue Hole Regional Park. The Island and Central Texas Bonsai Exhibit at Jade Gardens are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Great Escape-Luxury Hill Country Estate on the Blanco River - Pool Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 125 reviews

10/10

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Great place
This was a great place, exactly as described
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Diana O.

Great Family Gathering Spot!
For an extended family get-together this was the PERFECT spot! Great views, wonderful pool and hot-tub, and the kitchen was exceptionally well stocked! Definitely a place to come back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Great family time
We had a great time with our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

debbie b.

It’s a Great Escape!!
10 of us loved our getaway to The Great Escape!! Lots of room for us to hang out and enjoy each other’s company. About 10 minutes to downtown Wimberley. Lots of beds and bathrooms!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carly N.

Great escape
Great property! Would definitely visit here again😊
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marcy A.

Fantastic family getaway
We really enjoyed our stay here. We had a family reunion ages 78-1. There was something for everyone. The kids really loved seeing the wildlife .
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda I.

Perfect Property on the River in Wimberley
This place has it all! Many bedrooms (and beds!) with comfortable mattresses and bedding. Great tvs and big room kitchen/family room. Excellent communication with management company. Nice pool and hot tub and river frontage! We loved it and will definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick d.

Vacation
Great property. Big storm rolled through while we were there but everything worked out!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Great Escape is a wonderful place to stay
We were a group of 11 friends and family and we all loved this place and definitely stay here again. Pictures do not do this place justice at all. I’d recommend this home to anyone and everyone
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Olga C.

Great family time.
We thoroughly enjoyed the house and the grounds. The kids had a great time in the pool and splashing around in the river. I enjoyed the back porch and listening to the birds and sounds of nature. The house accommodated us well and was very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy Helms G.

Great escape!
Wonderful weekend with friends. Great house plenary of room , very comfortable, and everything we needed! Hope to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joey H.

Excellent stay for a multi-family getaway
8 women (sisters, aunts, cousins) stayed together and it worked out perfectly. The house was well-equipped to cook for a large group, and the other family that stayed at another home came over for some meals and it was never a crowded ordeal. This is a wonderful large-group house!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tyler H., Houston

Amazing Home & Host
Everything from communication, customer service, and well-thought-out amenities for a big group of 14 of us - was spot on. I highly recommend this host and home for anyone looking to have a long-weekend retreat. Beautiful scenery, tons of space, and a short drive to downtown to get out of the house. 10/10 in my books.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

Wounderful pleace
Have evrything you need,perfect pleace por kids and family.I love it
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Great for family with all ages in tow!
Something for every age group. The pool, kiddie pool, hot tub, and river…what more could you need for summer family fun?!? Grilling area with picnic table very handy for outdoor dining and gathering. Our group of four preschoolers DID NOT want to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Wonderful Family Gathering Place
We had a great multi-generational family weekend at The Great Escape in Wimberley. The home was immaculate, the beds were comfy and there were lots of gathering spots around the large property to enjoy. We especially appreciated the large dining table inside with room for our whole family and the abundance of outdoor spaces and furnishings around the fire pit, at the pool, on the porch, and at the grill. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Keri S.

Loved it
I rented two houses with this property management company (wedding held in Wimberley) and personally stayed at this one. I loved that it was right at the river. Sitting outside on the porch in a rocker was just the right way to start each day. Communication with the management company was easy and they were very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl L.

Something for Everyone
Love this property. We have stayed here twice now for our girls' trip. Great view. Peace and quiet. Pool and hot tub to just hang out. Wimberly nearby for shopping, and eating out. Lots of other local attractions for those who want to be more active. House and guest house always clean and in order when we arrive. Lots of room!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aynne D.

Perfect Getaway for our Girls Weekend
We are very thankful to the Collins family for providing such a lovely home in the beautiful Hill Country town of Wimberley, Texas. The home is so spacious and comfortable. We loved the modern kitchen which is equipped with everything we needed. And the view from the back porch is spectacular! We spent many happy hours sitting in the rockers, relaxing on the porch and listening to the flowing Blanco River. Can’t wait to go back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jan A., Huntsville

Blanco Beauty
Excellent house for a large group. Plenty of room to spread out and enjoy this beauty from the ‘50s. Clean and spacious, this home has everything…pool, hot tub, fire pit, grill area and a well kept and updated home with everything you’d want in a home away from home. Excellent management is icing on the cake. You can’t go wrong with this Blanco Beauty.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

Much needed recharge
This was a great covid break for our family! The river here is awesome! It is so clear. We enjoyed the hot tub and grilling under the pavilion. The kids were totally enamored with the fireflies!! You don't get that in the city. We felt very secluded and really relaxed. Smores at the firepit and fun in the game room was a nice bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mark & Susan W.

Escape to The Great Escape
You’ll never want to escape from The Great Escape! Our annual family river trip was better than ever! The house accommodated our four families with small children with room to spare! The huge back porch was perfect place to gather for morning coffee while breakfast was prepared in a kitchen that had everything you’d ever need. The pool area was perfect for the littles! It not only had a wading pool for the toddlers, but was fenced and gated so that only the adults could get access. A huge relief knowing the kids couldn’t wander into the pool area without an adult. The river was a short walk down and the water was absolutely beautiful. This was our 5th year to visit Wimberley and everyone agreed it was the best! We are already making plans to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mark Q.

Family reunion
The property handled our multigenerational family re-union well. Although the weather did not allow for water activity, the pool looked like it would have been fun. Unfortunately, the hot tub would not heat over 90 degrees (but we didn't notify management to address). The gameroom with pool table, shuffleboard, and PacMan was great for the young ones. I imagine TV is not the main draw for this property, but on this football Saturday, the TV and main living room space felt a bit tight for the number of people (8 adults, a teen, and four under 8). The beds were softer than we prefer - and may need updating. That said, the property had a great porch; and the land around the home was great for walking. The Blanco river in the front was easily accessible - although only a small stream at this visit, it made for a peaceful vibe. Overall, would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phylicia H.

Cool Cousins Weekend
We are a group six cousins that try to get together with our spouses once a year. We are close to hitting the 10 year mark. We've been various locations with lovely homes. However, this one hit the spot! We will probably go back some time next year. The house was very roomy, ample bathrooms, kitchen was well stocked but could have used some salt shakers and additional pot holders. But if that's the only thing I think we're doing pretty good. I can't say enough about the outdoor area. We were in the rocking chairs on the back porch all day every day. We waited until the last minute to check out because we were still in the rocking chairs. Wimberly is such a neat little town. We needed more time. The only thing that could have made things better is more water in the river behind the property. But that is up to God. I highly recommend. You will not be disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney D.

Perfect Spot to enjoy the Hill Country
We rented this home for our yearly family vacation and it was excellent. The home is spacious, clean, and beautiful. It was close to downtown Wimberley and about a 20 minute drive to Canyon Lake. The pool was nice and it was great to be able to walk down to the Blanco River behind the property. We were there mid-July and there wasn't a lot of water running through the river but it was fun for the kids to see the little fish, etc. There was also a few families of deer that crossed through the back. The bathrooms appeared to all have been semi-recently remodeled and were super nice. Everyone agreed that we would love to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024