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River Access Getaway / Fast WiFi / Firepit / ZDT

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5110 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Seguin, TX
  • Lake Placid
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Guadalupe River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Lake McQueeney
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • San Antonio, TX (SAT-San Antonio Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

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About the area

Seguin

With a stay at this vacation home in Seguin (Zipp), you'll be steps from Guadalupe River and Lake Placid. .This family-friendly vacation home is 12.6 mi (20.2 km) from Comal River and 13.3 mi (21.5 km) from Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark.

What's nearby

  • Lake Placid - 1 min walk
  • Lake McQueeney - 6 min drive
  • ZDT's Amusement Park - 8 min drive
  • Max Starcke Park - 8 min drive
  • The Bandit Golf Club - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lake Mcqueeney - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Alex's Tacos - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

River Access Getaway / Fast WiFi / Firepit / ZDT

Perched above the banks of the Guadalupe River in Seguin, TX, this bright, updated duplex offers comforts of home with a surplus of amenities, a great location to explore Central Texas. River access through backyard. Fire pit & hammock included. Sleeps 5. *Please note: pricing based on # of guests entered in reservation, so an exact quote depends on accurate guest count.

WATER LEVELS
The water levels depicted in the photos are current. The water has been down for the last several years, but it's not due to drought conditions. The dam that created Lake Placid from the Guadalupe River since 1928, is being repaired because of a failure in October 2021. While it’s now a river (12-15’ lower than when it was a lake), it’s pretty consistent level and flow, despite rainfall, because it’s fed from the bottom of Canyon Lake. The river has a muddy bottom, so plumes of button moss can float downstream and sometimes collect at water's edge, esp during warmer summer months.

The dry lakebed is the limiting factor. Because it’s so extensive, most of it is overgrown, and there are only few paths that folks have cleared to get to the river. The spots you can access are good for fishing, wading, and swimming. It varies from ankle deep at the edge to over 6 feet in the river channel.

If you're looking for a place to kayak and paddleboard, you should check out our other properties, 3 tiny homes about 15 minutes down river: Meadow Lake Retreat (2 houses: Loft and Bunk) and Lake Nolte Retreat (1 house).

HIGHLIGHTS
- 2 bedrooms / 1 bathroom, sleeps 5
- River access from backyard requires ~75yd walk on a cleared path through rogue, weedy "greenery" growing in the riverbed.
- Great for fishing, wading, and swimming
- Hammocks, propane grill, fire pit, s'mores sticks
- Fast WiFi (500 Mbps)
- Smart TV
- Stocked with books, games, toys, puzzles
- Fully appointed kitchen w/ full size and countertop appliances
- Keurig and coffee pot w/ coffee bar
- Full size washer/dryer
- Comfortable beds
- Short drive to HEB, Walmart, Starbucks
- Centrally located to New Braunfels, San Marcos, San Antonio, Austin

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Primary bedroom - 1 queen bed
- Second bedroom - 1 double bed, 1 twin bed (trundle)
- Living room - 1 double sleeper sofa

RIGHT OFF I-10 and CENTRALLY LOCATED TO:
- essentials like HEB, Walmart, Starbucks, restaurants, movie theater (<7 miles)
- Gruene/New Braunfels/Schlitterbahn (15 miles)
- San Marcos outlet malls (25 miles)
- San Antonio (~30 miles)
- Austin (~50 miles)

This listing is for one side of a duplex. You'll have the carport/driveway, inside living space, and back deck (outdoor dining/grill) to yourself, but the lawn/firepit/hammock area may be shared with up to 5 guests from the other unit.

If The Agave at Reiley Retreat is booked on your preferred dates, please check out the other unit of this duplex, The Lone Star at Reiley Retreat. We also own Meadow Lake Retreat (2 tiny homes on Meadow Lake in Seguin) and Lake Nolte Retreat (1 tiny home on Lake Nolte in Seguin).

We live locally and are only a phone call away if you need anything. We also have local maintenance and housekeeping available for needs that may arise during your stay with us.

You'll likely need a car to get around. HEB will deliver groceries to your doorstep via Shipt. Please check on Uber/DoorDash as those services seem to be intermittent here.

Reservations >2 weeks may require an additional cleaning fee.

NO smoking. Smoking of any kind (including tobacco, marijuana, e-cigarettes, vape pens, and hookahs) is prohibited at this property, inside and out.

NO pets. Although we are pet lovers, this is a shared property with other guests who may be sensitive (allergic, fearful) to pets.

NO large parties or gatherings allowed. We have neighbors with full-time residence nearby who will report back with excessive noise or groups that exceed the home limit. Parking limited to 2 vehicles.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a water park or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Laura Wooley

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking, vaping, or e-cigarettes anywhere, indo

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Blackout curtains

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1180 sq ft (110 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Lake Placid Waterfront With Million Dollar Views
Reiley Retreat Drained Lake Special - great WiFi Seguin
Lake Placid Waterfront With Million Dollar Views Boat Lift
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River Access Getaway / Fast WiFi / Firepit / ZDT Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deb T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property!
My husband & I decided to make our way to the area for a couple weeks to escape the Iowa winter in Jan. Due to some bad weather predicted for the area the day of our initial arrival, we decided to depart Iowa a day early & Laura was so accommodating. We were able to check in a day early and found the home clean and well-stocked with everything that we needed. Laura gave us suggestions on places to eat & visit. Communication with the host was excellent from our initial booking throughout our stay. We will definitely stay here again when in the area!
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROSALINDA P., Weslaco, Texas, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Home Away From Home
We had a wonderful stay! The place was beautifully kept, cozy, and incredibly clean. Every detail made it feel welcoming and comfortable, and it was just as described. Highly recommend this spot for anyone looking for a relaxing getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
This house was absolutely perfect for us. My husband and I traveled with our teenage daughter and her friend. The house was very clean and they supplied everything you could need. They had nice security lights outside on top of living in a gated area. We love to come every summer to float the river and we will definitely stay here again. I have to add that I made a disaster with our booking and the host was so kind and flexible with me!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

kim k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mother daughter retreat
Laura made everything easy. She kept us posted and even made us a plate of cookies to welcome. The water is not exactly right there , you'll have to walk down but our girls liked it to splash around. Went tubing landa falls.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johanna M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Renew, refresh, and restore
Why we recommend this place: good communication, amazing view from the living room, near everything. Thanks! communication with the host,
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable stay
The stay was comfortable and enjoyable. The area is quiet. Short drive for supplies and shopping. The home is clean. The host was helpful and friendly. Good experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
Enjoyed the property very much. It was well maintained and good communication with the host. We'd stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricky B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome hidden gem
This place was perfect for our stay and the host was very friendly and extremely helpful with suggestions for things to do in the area. We look forward to making this a place we come back to visit often.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Refugio N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best ever
A hidden gem in Seguin. Perfect for our little getaway. Thanks for the hospitality and friendliness
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derrick L., Lafayette, LA

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Place!
Nice and clean.
Stayed 34 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick Get-Away
We were very impressed with the accommodations. Everything we needed was at our fingertips. The duplex was clean & as shown in the pictures. Great location. Laura sent an online guidebook, so to speak, with restaurants & places of interest, this was definitely a huge help. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lillian S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay
It was great! Super clean, super attentive. I had to add two extra days and the process was super easy! It’s a beautiful property! The river was amazing it was overall a wonderful experience! We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family time!
It was a nice little home away from home. The house was right on the river for us to enjoy some fishing. We caught quite a few small bass and pirch. Our 4 year old son caught his first fish. The house was clean and the perfect size for us to relax on our get away. They even had books and a few toys geared just for our little guy when we were inside. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Find!
Great find in the heart of the Hill country snuggld between San Marcos, New Braunfels and Greuene. Very peaceful. There was water in the lake. However, we did not swim. The duplex is extremely clean and well-kept and Laura provides everything you really need to enjoy your stay. One suggestion I might make is perhaps putting a screen for the siding glass door that locks in case you have small children, but that way you can feel the breeze come in from the water Thank you so much!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sondra P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great quite location
This was a great home base to check out the towns between San Antonio and Austin. And a nice relaxing home to return to at night. Hosts responded quickly to any questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyce S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and comfortable
We had a pleasant stay but we were visiting family nearby, and only returned to the property to shower and sleep. Beds were comfortable and plenty of blankets, thankfully.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cherie H., Houston, Tx

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice weekend getaway
This is a very cute and clean property, stocked with all the essentials and more, plus a convenient location. We were a short drive from both San Antonio and New Braunfels, giving us lots of great options for things to do. The outside area looked like it would be very enjoyable. We did not get the chance to use is sadly because the weather was terrible during our stay. Laura was very quick to respond with any questions we had. Definitely recommend staying here. We hope to come back when the weather is better.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
This property backs up to a river, has a nice back deck area, covered parking for one vehicle. The inside has two bedrooms, one bath, laundry, kitchen and den. Very nice, clean and stocked with amenities. Everything is labeled for ease of locating items and storage. The property owners are a lovely couple and we had wonderful communication with them. Would definitely recommend staying here!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aaron S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A family gathering
Family members came from Washington, Idaho, and Florida to attend a wedding. The retreat was ideal for our situation. Everything was clean and adequate for our needs. Getting the lake restored will be ideal addition. Loved our time there. Aaron
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Segueing Relaxation
Price was fabulous, house was pretty and clean. Very peaceful, loved the labels on doors and cabinets. Laura was attentive and helpful. My friend was disappointed there was no river/lake to relax by, as she expected from pictures. It was a very relaxing stay nonetheless!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

BRENDA G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Stay
We loved it! Nice and relaxing place to stay and close to other cities. Rental was equipped with everything we needed. Laura was super sweet and very helpful! Hope to be back soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christian D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short Stay
Great house
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erick W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible
Laura was what every guest dreams of in a host: solicitous, caring, quick follow-up, clear directions, and helpful. She even texted me to demonstrate her gratitude for how we left her home. Everything in the home was clean and while we did not go to the river, we knew that that remained an option. In summary, our stay at Guadalupe River Getaway was incredible! In the words of Shakespeare, "I can no other answer make but thanks, and thanks, and ever thanks!"
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Mitchell S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
This property was really amazing! It was very clean and tidy when we arrived, the AC was a bit hot and when I called the owner, Mrs. Laura, she was very curious and helped me fix it in less than 5 minutes. Overall we were very satisfied and would love to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Timothy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and quiet
I stayed 3 days and nights. Unit was very clean and neat. The unit has a lot for the money. Bed was comfortable. Great value.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022