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Playground for All Ages! Private Waterfront, Pool, Outdoor Kitchen and Fire pit

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Peaceful private waterfront, 30 acres, both sides of creek. Porch view here.
Spring fed creek, a tributary of the Guadalupe, just below the front porch.
Paddleboat and canoe provided. Tubes, lots of towels and lifejackets too.
Waterside dock. A beautiful waterfront in all seasons.
Covered pool. No sunblock needed.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 20278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Hot tub

Explore the area

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Ingram, TX
  • Stonehenge II
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Peterson Regional Medical Center
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Schreiner University
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Living Room Sofa

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

The Buena Vista Room

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

The John Wayne Room

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

The Quilt Room

1 King Bed

The Ranch Room

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Playground for All Ages! Private Waterfront, Pool, Outdoor Kitchen and Fire pit

Private lush waterfront, rambling waterside porches, firepits and year-round hot tub. Tubes provided for floating and relaxing. Covered designer pool (no sunblock, swim in all weather!). Premium beds in 5 large bedrooms, 4 of which have seating areas. Outdoor kitchen with large Weber gas grill and Green Egg. Fun colorful home, steps from the water's edge, recently remodeled for comfort and convenience. Kitchen is stocked for large groups and creative cooking. Four cozy fireplaces, games galore, and wildlife to watch. Fresh linens and new wood floors. Brand new memory foam mattresses on fold-outs. Come and enjoy this slice of happiness. (Sleeps 18 in beds.) Located in Ingram, Texas, 15 minutes from Kerrville and 15 minutes from Hunt.

Consistently we hear something like "There is something for every age. And so much room to spread out. We had special family time together, yet we each had the space to escape and read a book." Additional 20 acres across the creek for hillside hiking . Family Patio adjacent to outdoor kitchen and pool, is a favorite spot for watching the sunset across the butterfly garden, while pitching horseshoes and washers nearby. We supply binoculars to spy the Green Herons, Belted Kingfishers, Eastern Bluebirds, Vermillion Flycatchers and more.

And of course the water's edge. There's nothing like watching the wide river go by, drinking your morning coffee beneath towering Cypress Trees. When you're ready to jump in, there's a supply of inner tubes, along with a paddleboat and canoe. Catch and release fishing (please bring your own gear.) More than once we've gotten calls from folks who want to stay another night. It's our goal to make it your family home away from home, a little bit of heaven in the Hill Country.

Note about the quirky floorpan and breezeway hallways: The floorpan is a traditional Spanish style shotgun house. There is no hallway indoors, so that every room is the full width of the house (and has a water view). Each room has its own entrance. The "hallways" are the giant covered porches that run the length of both sides of the house. You can think of it as a plush waterside motor-court -motel format. Folks enjoy it and love that their rooms are expansive. Some groups leave all the connecting room doors open and traverse through, but our family likes each room to be a cozy haven, so we use the porch hallways when we are together there. It's your call.

A Covid note: We are lucky to have a cleaning crew that has commercial clients and has been implementing disinfecting procedures for a long time. We are also:
-Leaving 2 unrented days between rentals.
-Leaving (screened) windows open as much as possible between stays
-Social distancing (at least 6 ft) and masking at check-in upon request
-Instructing our laundry service to use the highest heat as possible on sheets and towels
-If you prefer and let us know ahead of time, we will not put the linens out ourselves, but will leave the linens in their laundry-service wrapping for you to open and use.
-Providing all of our private 30 acres in the beautiful hill country air to hike and breathe deep!
Take care y'all.

Property manager

Genie and Randy Norris
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 12:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Please check with owners for more information
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
MAX 3 DOGS. Pet fee applies
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking allowed in one designated outdoor area
No weapons of any kind, pellet guns, air soft guns, fireworks, etc. allowed on property. ATVs, Golf Carts, Mules, etc are not allowed on property.
Smoking is prohibited everywhere except the SINGLE marked designated outdoor area. Evidence of smoking elsewhere will result in lost deposit.
Renter has read and agrees to contracts, conditions and waiver as stated in attached rental agreement available on this listing.

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
Note from host: Please check with owners for more information
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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kerrville

Located in Kerrville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Copper Cactus and Kathleen Cook Art Studio are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bella Luz and H.E.B. Municipal Tennis Center. Consider Inn Conference Center for a night out or Riverside Nature Center if you're travelling with kids. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ingram, TX

What's nearby

  • Stonehenge II - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Louise Hays City Park - 13 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Peterson Regional Medical Center - 14 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Schreiner University - 16 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Kerrville-Schreiner Park - 18 min drive - 19.4 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Playground for All Ages! Private Waterfront, Pool, Outdoor Kitchen and Fire pit have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Playground for All Ages! Private Waterfront, Pool, Outdoor Kitchen and Fire pit pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Playground for All Ages! Private Waterfront, Pool, Outdoor Kitchen and Fire pit?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Playground for All Ages! Private Waterfront, Pool, Outdoor Kitchen and Fire pit?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Playground for All Ages! Private Waterfront, Pool, Outdoor Kitchen and Fire pit located?

This family-friendly Kerrville holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Kathleen Cook Art Studio, Copper Cactus and Hill Country Arts Foundation. Stonehenge II is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic property!

We loved everything about this property. It was so spacious and pretty, and the hosts thought to provide virtually everything a guest would need.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Annual family vacation

Great property!! We traveled with infants, young children, adults, and seniors. There really is something for people of all ages! Would love to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An amazing family retreat

This is an amazing place to stay. Do NOT have any hesitation about staying here. Every single aspect of this property is beautiful and well thought out. It was truly a haven of peace and rest. The river and pool both offered fun and recreation opportunities for all ages. The porches were set up for peaceful reflection and family gathering! It even has a butterfly garden. I cannot emphasize enough how wonderful this property is.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved every bit of it!

Owners were immediate to respond and extremely helpful with suggestions. Property was amazing! We ranged in age from 5 to 81 and everybody loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2nd time here and had double the fun

This place has it all , pool, creek with paddle boats and canoe, outside kitchen, fishing catch and release, hiking, games, outside bar area with grill and tons more and this year they had Pickle Ball. Family loved it, played every morning for average 3 hours each. But plenty of relaxing places and rooms with plenty of area and chairs for our family to be together. The attention to details is star rating. Thank you so much Genie and Randy for sharing such an awesome place. It really brings the family together. ❤️❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

LIsa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

This was our second time to stay at edgewater this year! This is our family’s favorite vrbo ever. Every year we take a vacation with our kids and grandkids to a water destination. We have finally found our home away from home and will return every year! Every amenity is perfect! And the whole family loves it. Plenty of room for our family of 14! Thank you again sharing your beautiful river home Genie and Randy! P.S. the kitchen redo is fantastic!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect setting for our family

As always, family loved our stay! Loved the renovated kitchen. Ready to plan our next visit to this beautiful property.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Esteban F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

AMAZING PROPERTY WITH GREAT LOCATION

This property was absolutely AMAZING and very enjoyable for our family, it has everything you need and has something to do for all ages, it has plenty of space for large groups and everything that is listed in the description was absolutely accurate, we will definitely be visiting again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R., La Grange Park

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best vacation ever!!

Our family (8 adults, 4 teenagers and four 6-10 year old children) stayed one hot week in July. We previously stayed at beach homes in South Carolina and Florida. This was everyone’s favorite. Not only did the host leave a welcome basket of fun and essential items, but it’s the first home we’ve stayed in that supplied so much: a stack of inner tubes of varying sizes, sheets that looked like new, every appliance and serving piece you would need, multiple sets of dishes, glassware and utensils and even an entire set of Cutco knives! I love cooking on our family vacations and typically bring 3 of my Cutco knives (this year they stayed packed on my suitcase! We loved eating together on the porch by the water as well as in the grilling area. The outdoor kitchen is great for fixing breakfasts (2 griddles make a quick job of fixing bacon and pancakes for a crowd) The family loved the rope swing and paddle boat as well as the pool. Yard games were a hit on the lawn while watching sunsets. My adult son took the kids on hikes and helped them find fossils…they can’t wait for show and tell at school. My husband helped the little ones catch fish (and release) and he caught a large bass that he also released. We took three day trips to the slide and rope swing at Ingram dam, Landa Park for swimming, water slide and rope swing from a platform, and to Garner State Park.., our favorite (get your day pass early…a month before)!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

PAT M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best 70th Birthday Party

This property is Amazing. So much to do - playing in the creek with a rope swing, paddle boat, canoe, swimming pool so awesome, outdoor kitchen was perfect for grilling, smokeless fire pit to sit around at night, fishing, tons of seating areas and arrangements, outside fans everywhere, game room with lots of fun stuff to enjoy… the list goes one. This was my 70th birthday party with adult kids and grandkids and we all had a total blast. And with the attention to detail from the host of this property we felt very spoiled. Everyone already wanting to make plan again for this - again - awesome property and hosts ❣️ Thank you Genie and Randy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Edgewater - Repeat Visit

We've stayed here twice - 2021 and 2023 - which says a lot about the property and hosts. The outdoor activities are outstanding - shaded pool, 4' deep spring fed creek with rope swing, paddleboat and canoe, fenced yard for the dogs, walking path, and a back porch to live on. A wonderful place to let the kids run around a little looser than you might normally. Inside is great for us, well stocked with lots of room for individuals or smaller groups, albeit a little quirky for the bedroom layout. Something akin to grandma's house but totally doable. The kitchen was recently redone - love the 6-burner gas stove and the "Sonic"-type ice maker. We always bring extra paper towels but that's about it besides your food. Everything else is there games, first aid supplies, beach towels, floating tubes, life jackets,.... Just ask and the hosts will let you know if you need to bring something you might be wondering about. Mixed reviews on the bed comfort (I slept fine!). We had 8 adults and 4 kids (4-13). Could have fit another couple. They also own and rent a smaller property next door, individually or combined with Edgewater for a larger family reunion. This one is high on our recommended list!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie R., Georgetown

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

10 Stars!

If I could give this property more stars I would! This place is fantastic with something for everyone, including the little ones. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property

This is our 3rd time staying at this beautiful property. It’s the perfect place for our whole family. The kitchen and bathroom updates were beautiful. We loved the new stove in the kitchen! Everyone enjoyed the river and the pool. There were plenty of tubes to laze in the river along with a paddle boat and a canoe that my 2 grandsons, 6 & 4, really loved. Genie and Randy are great to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lea Ann G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Abundance of fun for everyone

The property worked perfect for our needs. We took our kids and grand kids. And there was plenty to keep everyone entertained. We would love to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family getaway

4 generations, age 11 to 92 gathered for a wonderful time at this property. Everyone raved about all the things to do: swimming, tree swing, paddle boat, inner tubes, horse shoes, ping pong, games, puzzles, hiking. Fireflies and butterflies were amazing. Creek was full while we were there. Extremely well furnished. Everything you need is there. Including lots of beach towels. Very clean. Just as pictured. Owner is very responsive. You can tell this property is very well taken care of. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

Amazing property! We truely enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday getaway

Wondering family get together to celebrate three birthdays. The property is lovely
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Setting for Our Reunion

Wonderful place for a reunion of ten college friends. Setting is beautiful, and the owners thought of everything to make our stay a great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little slice of heaven

This venue is a beautiful setting for a family gathering. Several outdoor gathering areas and the scenery is idyllic and very relaxing!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tanya A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Completely Worth It!

Our family can’t thank you enough for sharing your home with us. EVERYONE had such an amazing time. The home and property were so well stocked and clean! There is so much stuff to do within and around the property from swimming in the river, to the pool, to watching all of the wildlife and playing games. The kitchen had everything anyone would need to cook amazing meals and the two outdoor cooking spaces were used and enjoyed daily as well. This is the perfect place for gathering family and friends and making memories but also has so much space that if anyone needs a quiet relaxing place they can find that too. No complaints from anyone in this group & can say it was completely worth it. Thank you again! We hope to return soon. -Anderson Family & Gang!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jana L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best VRBO experience ever!

We had 8 adults, 4 teenagers and 7 12 and younger. The wonderful porches with plenty of comfortable seating allowed us to watch the kiddos canoe, paddle boat and fish. We ALL enjoyed the river activities! Everything was very clean and the house was very well stocked! Thanks again for a great trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda W., Pinehurst, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Worth it!

Our three-generation group of 10 adults and 2 children from three states gathered here for a week. Despite the drought and hottest summer ever, and we had a wonderful time. Mornings and late afternoons were breezy and cool enough for sitting comfortably on the creekside terrace. The other side of the house faces southwest and has morning shade over the fenced yard. When outdoor temps hit or passed 100, we swam in the pool, ate ice cream, took naps, watched movies or played games. Due to drought, the creek was down almost 2 feet and no longer flowing over the dams, so we choose not to swim in it but did enjoy the paddleboat and canoe. Several past reviews reference the lack of shades or curtains in the bedrooms. We were pleased to find peel-and-stick temporary shades in each closet sufficient to cover the windows of that room. Only one couple among us put the blinds up, and that was because they had children (3 and 5) using the daybed and trundle, and darkening the room helped them sleep. This property is amazingly versatile and accommodates early risers, late-sleepers, nature lovers, video game wizards, chefs or chef-wannabes, bookworms, bird-watchers, storytellers, and friends and families making memories together. The hosts are super-responsive and have an answer or fix for everything. They proactively gave us free use of the new Red Barn facility next door because the creek wasn't at its usual capacity. That barn is amazing! It gave us extra sleeping options, another full bath, refrigerator, a game room, and an excellent place to watch movies as a group on a huge HD TV. The rental fee can seem pricey, but it's absolutely worth it for what you get in return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best. Place. Ever.

We had a large family reunion at this location. The space was amazing for a large group. There was plenty of space to spread out. It is hard to say which was a bigger hit with the kids: the pool or the creek. The kitchen was super well-equipped for a large group. It was the location of a lifetime for a memorable family reunion.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family vacation!

This property was amazing! It provided everything we wanted and needed! Our family (3 generations) plus friends had an awesome time utilizing all that the property offered! The owners replied immediately when we had questions! The location was private and offered so much to do for all ages. As our family grows we would love to revisit this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

morton b., san antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Slice of Paradise

Edgewater is a phenomenal place, Texas Hill Country at its finest. The private spring-fed stream flows just outside the 5-BR ranch house where every room opens to the outdoors, cypress, pecan and sycamore trees shade the grass, and all types of birds sing all day long. It's made for families and groups of friends who want a peaceful, private and beautiful place to relax and recharge. Our 8 grandchildren played nonstop between the stream, pool and acreage on both sides of the water. The outdoor kitchen is world-class and the guys enjoyed using the large gas cooker with rotisserie and the Green Egg. There was something for everyone.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Genie and Randy Norris

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We are Parents, Partners, Travelers, Designers, Lovers of Nature. We love this little slice of heaven, and are happy to be able to share it with you. Please come and enjoy as you would your own.

Why they chose this property

Genie grew up spending summers swinging off a ropeswing into the Guadalupe in Hunt, TX. Randy grew up spending summers tubing the Guadalupe in New Braunfels. The water here at Henderson Branch, the Cypress trees, the limestone cliff and constant breeze recall those special family times. This is a place to create our own memories, and for you to do the same.

What makes this property unique

The land is private and peaceful. The river continually flows, the sound of the waterfall humming. Fireflies swarm on summer nights and a hawk nests on the opposite bank. Miraculously, St.Augustine grass has grown on the wide riverbanks for years, creating a soft carpet and a verdant vista. The house has three fireplaces for cozy winter visits, brisk walks, and lots of games. Visitors step out of the car and feel instantly relaxed. Come and see.

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