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River Access Getaway / Fast WiFi / Firepit

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Exterior
Queen bedroom w/ smart TV.
Living room w/ full size sleeper.
View from back deck (May 2024)
Entire duplex: Agave is on the left.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5109.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Seguin, TX
  • Lake Placid
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Lake McQueeney
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • ZDT's Amusement Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • San Antonio, TX (SAT-San Antonio Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Secondary Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

River Access Getaway / Fast WiFi / Firepit

*We have NOT been affected by Central TX floods, but our hearts and prayers are with those who have*

Perched above the banks of the Guadalupe River in Seguin, TX. Bright, updated duplex offers comforts of home with a surplus of amenities. Great hub to explore Central Texas. Fire pit & hammock. Sleeps 5 ($25/night surcharge for 5th guest).

WATER LEVEL & FLOW
The water level in the photos are accurate. The water level has dropped 12 feet since October 2021 to rebuild the dam that created our lake. There is a certain flow requirement downstream from our property, so we maintain a minimum flow and consistent level/depth regardless of rainfall. *Our dam repairs are scheduled to be complete Fall 2025 and the lake will slowly fill over the subsequent weeks/months.

Most of our dry lakebed is overgrown, and there are only few paths (75-100 yards long) that folks have cleared to get to the river. The spots you can access are good for fishing and wading, up to 6 feet deep in the river channel. There's no boat traffic so it's very quiet.

Water flow slows in warmer seasons, and plumes of button moss intermittently float up from the bottom, collecting at water's edge. We still swim among the button moss, but it may not be ideal for some. Unfortunately, there's no way to predict when it will emerge and how long it stays.

If you're looking for a place to kayak and paddleboard, you should check out our other properties about 15 minutes down river: Meadow Lake Retreat and Lake Nolte Retreat.

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
- 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.

We live locally and have local maintenance and housekeeping for needs that may arise during your stay.

Because we're in the country and near water, you may encounter various wildlife and bugs (snakes, skunks, raccoons, mice, spiders, roaches, wasps, etc). We utilize professional pest control on a regular schedule, but this does not guarantee a pest-free visit, inside or out.

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.

A link to our Rental Agreement will be sent via email.

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.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking, vaping, or e-cigarettes anywhere, indo
Guest must sign Rental Agreement in order to secure reservation.
Security hold of $500 is required and processed by host on guest's credit card.
Minimum age of primary renter is 25 years. Please see listing and Rental Agreement for details.

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
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Seguin

Located in Zipp, a neighbourhood in Seguin, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Guadalupe River and Comal River. Travelling with kids? Consider ZDT's Amusement Park, or check out an event or a game at Matador Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Seguin, TX

What's nearby

  • Lake Placid - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lake McQueeney - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • ZDT's Amusement Park - 7 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Max Starcke Park - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
  • The Bandit Golf Club - 12 min drive - 11.7 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬3 min drive
  • Whataburger
  • ‪Shell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bill Miller Bar-B-Q - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River Access Getaway / Fast WiFi / Firepit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at River Access Getaway / Fast WiFi / Firepit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Access Getaway / Fast WiFi / Firepit?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is River Access Getaway / Fast WiFi / Firepit located?

This family-friendly Seguin holiday home is located on the waterfront, just steps away from Guadalupe River and Lake Placid. ZDT's Amusement Park and Plaza del Rey are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Laura Wooley

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My husband and I ran a business in Austin for over 10 years and couldn't leave for more than a long weekend. We are both water lovers, so we started getting away for long weekends in Seguin on this chain of lakes (Guadalupe River). We fell in love and decided to buy a place for ourselves. It has turned into multiple properties that I manage, which gives me the flexibility to spend more time with our growing family. Plus, we always have a place to stay since this has become our favorite place to vacation!

Why they chose this property

We love being in, on, and near water. Living in Austin, we wanted something close enough to make an easy weekend trip for our young family to grow up making memories here. The views at Reiley Retreat are easily the best on this stretch, and it's in such a peaceful spot of Texas with all kinds of things to do nearby. We come back home after a weekend at Reiley Retreat, and it feels like a lifetime has passed.

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