You can look forward to a firepit, a garden and an arcade/games room at Great Escape - Riverfront Wimberley Retreat with Pool, Hot Tub & Game Room. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
6 bedrooms5 bathrooms307 sq m
Popular amenities
Pool
Spa pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
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About this property
Great Escape - Riverfront Wimberley Retreat with Pool, Hot Tub & Game Room
Situated on 3 private acres, this spacious 3,300-square-foot home is surrounded by towering cypress trees, abundant wildlife, and some of the most desirable river frontage in Wimberley. The crystal-clear, rock-bottom Blanco River flows year-round and is typically calm and shallow, making it an ideal spot for children to splash, explore, and create unforgettable memories.
Inside, the home is bright, welcoming, and thoughtfully designed for gathering. Large windows frame picturesque river views throughout the main living areas, creating a seamless connection between the indoors and outdoors. The fully equipped kitchen features granite countertops, updated tile flooring, and everything needed to prepare meals for the entire group.
The home comfortably accommodates large families and groups with five bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite upstairs and a convenient first-floor bedroom with a queen bed. One of the property's most unique features is the detached game room and guest retreat overlooking the river. Complete with an 8-foot pool table, foosball table, kitchenette, full bathroom, additional sleeping accommodations, and a large 250-square-foot deck, it's the perfect place for friendly competition, morning coffee, or sunset cocktails above the water.
Outside, you'll find endless opportunities to relax and enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle. Spend your days lounging by the fenced swimming pool, soaking in the oversized hot tub, or enjoying outdoor meals beneath the charming gazebo. Bring a chair down to the river, relax beneath the shade of the cypress trees, and listen to the gentle flow of the water as deer wander through the property.
When you're ready to explore, downtown Wimberley is less than five minutes away and offers boutique shopping, art galleries, wineries, breweries, excellent dining, live music, seasonal festivals, and the beloved outdoor movie theater. Whether you're seeking a peaceful riverside getaway or a fun-filled family vacation, this exceptional Blanco River retreat offers an unforgettable Hill Country experience.
SELF CHECK-IN REQUIREMENTS: All reservations will be required to sign a rental agreement and provide Hills of Texas Lodging with a valid credit card to be placed on file for their stay. In lieu of charging a damage deposit or non-refundable damage waiver, a temporary hold of $1,500 will be placed on a credit card upon arrival for incidentals (just like they do at hotels). We are basically just verifying with your financial institution that sufficient funds are available in the event they were needed to cover property damage(s). If there are no property damages, the card will not be charged.
CHECK-IN/OUT TIMES: Check-in time is 4:00 pm and check-out time is 11:00 am. Luggage storage is unavailable while the home is being prepared for your arrival. We recommend making travel plans accordingly.
AGE REQUIREMENT: Everyone participating in the reservation must be over age 25 or if accompanied by their parent or legal guardian.
MAX OCCUPANCY: The maximum capacity for this home is 16 guests (including children). No visitors or day guests are allowed. Only the guests registered in this reservation are allowed onsite.
PET POLICY: Pets are not allowed at this property under any circumstance.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Outdoor pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Kitchen island
Kitchenette
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
6 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
On a river
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
1. Everyone in the reservation must be over age 25 or accompanied by their parent or legal guardian.
2. In lieu of a damageĀ deposit, a temporary security hold will be placed on a valid credit card for incidentals the day of your arrival.
3. Maximum of 26 guests allowed on the property. If you exceed 16 guests you will be asked to leave the property with no refunds.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
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
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Located in Wimberley, this holiday home is on a river. Pioneer Town and Hays County Historic Courthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Blue Hole Regional Park and Jacob's Well Natural Area. Travelling with kids? Consider Central Texas Bonsai Exhibit at Jade Gardens, or check out an event or a game at San Marcos Academy Baseball Field. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking. Visit our Wimberley travel guide
Does Great Escape - Riverfront Wimberley Retreat with Pool, Hot Tub & Game Room have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Great Escape - Riverfront Wimberley Retreat with Pool, Hot Tub & Game Room pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Great Escape - Riverfront Wimberley Retreat with Pool, Hot Tub & Game Room?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Great Escape - Riverfront Wimberley Retreat with Pool, Hot Tub & Game Room?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Great Escape - Riverfront Wimberley Retreat with Pool, Hot Tub & Game Room?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Great Escape - Riverfront Wimberley Retreat with Pool, Hot Tub & Game Room located?
This family-friendly Wimberley holiday home is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Blue Hole Regional Park and Willow Lake Watering Hole & Mercantile. Central Texas Bonsai Exhibit at Jade Gardens and Wimberley Lions Market Days are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Reviews
Great Escape - Riverfront Wimberley Retreat with Pool, Hot Tub & Game Room Reviews
10
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Stay with a large multigenerational family. This was a wonderful spot, close to town and plenty of amenities to keep everyone (from toddler to grandparent) happy.
Our extended family stayed at Great Escape for the weekend and had the best time. If youāre looking for an excellent house with tons of space and fun activities this is the place for you. We would absolutely stay there again.
Perfect relaxing get away for our work group. The back porch full of rocking chairs and view of the deer grazing was a perfect ending to a day of meetings.
We gathered for a family reunion and this property was perfect for us. Relaxing vibe and we grilled or ordered out our meals. We enjoyed seeing the river and the wildlife. Rooms were comfortable with just the right amount of privacy.
The house is very accommodating - lots of beds and a spacious dining area. Between the game room, pool, hot tub and river there is plenty to do. One pre-teen, two teenagers and several adults were all entertained.
Perfect property for a family get together. Great views, wildlife, proximity to town. Plenty of room indoors and out, highly functional kitchen and the game room/xtra living space was big hit. Feed for the deer was a nice touch. Property manager answered all questions (hot tub controls, trash pickup etc.) very quickly. Great place!
10 of us loved our getaway to The Great Escape!! Lots of room for us to hang out and enjoy each otherās company. About 10 minutes to downtown Wimberley. Lots of beds and bathrooms!!
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.
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.
House was lovely with a beautiful yard, pool, cooking patio, and wrap around porches with plenty of amazing rockers to enjoy the Blanco river.
Which was a little dry due to Mother Nature.
Lots of wildlife travel though the yards awaiting for a treat.
The house has plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms to accommodate a large group. There is even a bonus game room with yet another bedroom and bathroom.
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!
We have a friendās trip every year in Texas and this year we stayed at the great escape. House is comfortable and well stocked. Plenty of space of 15 of us. Pool was clean and well maintained. The river is a short walk from the house which is great with little ones. It wasnāt flowing very quickly but not the properties fault. We even had a little grey fox playing around on the rocks near the house.
The house is roomy and comfortable. Just as advertised. Kitchen is so well stocked and lots of space for our groceries. Plenty of dining space and even a game table. Nice big comfortable bedrooms and updated and sleek bathrooms upstairs. The pool and bbq area are perfect for evening cookout and swim. The real kicker is the view of the river and the river spot. Perfect for kids to play in, and adults to lay in. Nice beach area to set up a tent and chairs and spend the whole day there. And the deer and foxes and birds are just mesmerizing. 6 out of 5 stars. I see why people hook the Great Escape over and over each year. We will come again too!
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.
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.
Great property, especially for larger groups. Plenty of space to spread out without being in top of each other. We will definitely book this property again.
We were a group of 16 and the house was overall very comfortable. We had to childproof the stairs for the 1.5 YO with a baby gate but otherwise the house had most everything that we needed. I have rented this property multiple times and we would stay here again.
I had a large group with multiple families including 2 of my grandbabies. The space fit all of us and we didnt feel cramped. Each of the couples had their own bathroom (major plus!) Even with everyone talking and the TV on, no one woke the grandbabies . I would highly recommend staying at the great escape! You wont regret it!!
The property was a perfect size for our family group of 15. It is well maintained, private, and stocked with all necessary kitchen tools. We highly recommend this property.
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!!!