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PRIVATE HILL COUNTRY ESTATE ON THE BLANCO RIVER - 'THE GREAT ESCAPE'

 
 
 
Wimberley estate rental - Great covered back porch, rock and watch the River
Great covered back porch, rock and watch the River
 
Wimberley estate rental - Great covered back porch, rock and watch the River

Great covered back porch, rock and watch the River

Directly on the Crystal Clear Blanco River

Directly on the Crystal Clear Blanco River

Game Room with 8' Pool Table

Game Room with 8' Pool Table

Enjoy the large hot tub, while watching the stars

Enjoy the large hot tub, while watching the stars

Master Bedroom with Private bath, whirlpool tub

Master Bedroom with Private bath, whirlpool tub

This 9' Farm Table will handle your large group

This 9' Farm Table will handle your large group

large Deck off of Game Room, overlooking River

large Deck off of Game Room, overlooking River

Large Kitchen, Open and Great for Entertaining

Large Kitchen, Open and Great for Entertaining

Large Hill Country Gazebo with BBQ Pit

Large Hill Country Gazebo with BBQ Pit

Easy slope down to the river

Easy slope down to the river

Living room with wood burning fireplace, Cable TV

Living room with wood burning fireplace, Cable TV

Relax by the river, enjoy a glass of tea or wine

Relax by the river, enjoy a glass of tea or wine

Large front yard, great for the kids to play

Large front yard, great for the kids to play

  • Bedrooms4
  • Sleeps19
  • 4 Bathrooms

Photos and Description of the Wimberley vacation estate rental
5 Bedrooms, 4 full baths, gameroom, sleeps up to 14, directly on the Blanco

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 3000 square foot home on three lush acres with almost 300 feet of direct river frontage. There is a separate Gameroom with an 8' pool table, foosball, and double french doors opening to a 250 sq ft deck overlooking the river.

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 100 year old Cypress trees. 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 a fire out by the outdoor firepit. Go into Wimberley for live theatre, or dinner.

Hill Country Estate on the Blanco River: A 3000 sq ft farmhouse, originally built in 1958, and completely updated to new home condition, while still keeping the charm of a hill country farm house. The covered back porch has comfortable rockers that allow you to relax under the ceiling fans and you watch the deer and the river in the back yard. There is a separate game room with an 8' pool table and foosball, with double french doors leading out to a large deck that overlooks the river.

3 Acres of Privacy Directly on the Blanco: Our property sits on 3 acres that is well protected from any neighbors. There is 300' of direct river frontage on the crystal clear Blanco River. The river is lined with 100 year old cypress trees, that provide great shade on the banks of the river. The front yard offers a tree lined driveway and a large grass yard, great for kids or the family football game. There is a large covered Gazebo with a BBQ pit.

Enjoy our Many Outdoor Living Areas: We have over 3000 sq ft of rock walkways and patios. Our many outdoor areas allow your large group to get together, but not be underfoot all of the time. There is a large wooden deck off of the gameroom, overlooking the river. There is a large rock fire-pit, great for late evening relaxing. There is a large hot tub that overlooks the river and is great for watching the stars at night. The gazebo has an 8' farm table, perfect for outdoor dining. Cedar Sauna with infrared Heating.

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Wimberley estate rental - Great covered back porch, rock and watch the River

Great covered back porch, rock and watch the River

Directly on the Crystal Clear Blanco River

Directly on the Crystal Clear Blanco River

Game Room with 8' Pool Table

Game Room with 8' Pool Table

Enjoy the large hot tub, while watching the stars

Enjoy the large hot tub, while watching the stars

Master Bedroom with Private bath, whirlpool tub

Master Bedroom with Private bath, whirlpool tub

This 9' Farm Table will handle your large group

This 9' Farm Table will handle your large group

large Deck off of Game Room, overlooking River

large Deck off of Game Room, overlooking River

Large Kitchen, Open and Great for Entertaining

Large Kitchen, Open and Great for Entertaining

Large Hill Country Gazebo with BBQ Pit

Large Hill Country Gazebo with BBQ Pit

Easy slope down to the river

Easy slope down to the river

Living room with wood burning fireplace, Cable TV

Living room with wood burning fireplace, Cable TV

Relax by the river, enjoy a glass of tea or wine

Relax by the river, enjoy a glass of tea or wine

Large front yard, great for the kids to play

Large front yard, great for the kids to play

Nearest Airport : Austin at 40 Miles
Nearest Motorway : Ranch Road 12 and FM 3237 at 2 Miles
Nearest Barpub : Wimberley at 2 Miles
Nearest Golf : Wimberley at 4 Miles
Nearest Restaurant : Wimberley Downtown Square at 2 Miles
Car: necessary

The Great Escape is located just 2.5 miles from the main square in Wimberely. We are centrally located and are 25 minutes from Austin, 12 minutes from San Marcos, 20 minutes to Canyon Lake, 25 minutes from the Outlet Malls in New Braunfels, and a little more than an hour from the San Antonio River Walk and Sea World.

Other Activities: 25 minutes to Outlet Malls, one hour to San Antonio.

25 minutes to Schlitterbahn.

Golf: Local golfing available in Wimberley, San Marcos, and Kyle.

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Changeover Day: flexible

Rental Rates for this vacation estate rental in Wimberley, Texas

Additional information about rental rates

Tax Rate 6.0%

Notes

  • * Holidays are 3 day minimums and are $675/nt for the first 12 guests, then $25/nt for each addn
  • 2012 Pricing:

    Off Season: Jan, Feb, Mar( 1, 26-31 ), Apr, Sept, Oct, Nov, and Dec
    • $450/nt for 1st 6 guests for Thurs, Fri, and Sat nights
    • $375/nt for 1st 6 guests for Sun, Mon, Tues, and Wed nights
    • Two night Minimum, except holidays, which are three night minimum
    • Holidays at $675/nt for up to the first 12 guests
    • Additional guests at $25/nt
    • 6% tax on the total
    • River Suite included at no charge when paying for at least 10 guests/nt ( $60/nt otherwise ), No charge for the River Suite on Holidays when paying for 14 or more.
    • Holidays are New Years, Good Friday, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Season ( Dec 21 – Jan 1 )

    High Season: Mar ( 4-26 ) May, June, July, and August
    • $575/nt for up to the first 8 guests
    • Two night Minimum, except holidays, which are three night minimum
    • Holidays at $675/nt for up to the first 12 guests
    • Additional guests at $25/nt
    • 6% tax on the total
    • River Suite included at no charge when paying for at least 14 gues
  • The River Suite is an extra master suite ( bedroom with queen and twin bed, private bath with custom tile shower, granite counter tops, TV, Washer/Dryer, located in separate cottage from the main house ) not normally included in the base rental ( never rented to another group - so, you use it, or it is empty ):

    Low Seasons - River Suite included at no charge when paying for at least 10 guests/nt ( $60/nt otherwise )

    High Seasons and Holidays - River Suite included at no charge when paying for at least 14 guests/nt ( $80/nt otherwise )

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation estate rental in Wimberley, Texas

Property Type:
  • estate
Forms of Payment:
  • accept credit card
Meals:
  • Guests provide their own meals
Floor Area:
  • 3400 sq. ft.
Location Type:
  • River
  • Village
Theme:
  • Away From It All
  • Family
General:
  • Paper Towels
  • Heating
  • Computer Available
  • Water Cooler
  • Towels Provided
  • Alarm Clock
  • Filtered Water
  • Fireplace
  • Local Activities Guide
  • Telephone
  • Basic Soaps
  • Linens Provided
  • Parking
  • Iron & Board
  • Internet
  • Activities Guide
  • PC
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Laundry Soap
  • Broadband Access
  • Firewood
  • Washing Machine
  • Parking Off Street
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Sofa Bed
  • Air Conditioning
  • Toilet Paper
  • Local Maps
  • Wireless Internet
Kitchen:
  • Blender
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Coffee Maker
  • Ice Maker
  • Freezer
  • Oven
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher
  • Grill
  • Toaster
Dining:
  • Dining Room
  • seating for 12 people
Bathrooms:
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Bathroom 1 - toilet , combination tub/shower , jetted tub , Private Master Bath
    Bathroom 2 - toilet , shower , Private Master Bath
    Bathroom 3 - toilet , combination tub/shower , Private Master Bath
    Bathroom 4 - toilet , combination tub/shower , Private Master Bath
  • 3 full baths upstairs and one full bath downstairs. There is one more full bath if you have made arrangements to use the River Suite. Upstairs: 1) The Master Bath upstairs has a combination shower and Jacuzzi tub. 2) The next bath is along the hallway and has a stand up shower. 3) The last bath upstairs has one door that opens to a bedroom and one that open to the hallway. It has a combination Tub and Shower. Downstairs: 4) This bath has a combination Tub and Shower. Cottage with River Suite: 5) This bath has a walk-in shower.
Bedrooms:
  • 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 19
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 king
    Bedroom 2 - 1 queen
    Bedroom 3 - 1 queen , 2 twin/ single
    Bedroom 4 - 1 double , 2 twin/ single
    Bedroom 6 - 1 sleep sofa /futon , Sleeper Sofa in Living Room
  • Upstairs: King Bed in Master Bedroom. Queen Bed in Bedroom # 2. One queen, one twin daybed, one twin trundle in bedroom # 3. One Queen bed, and two twin beds in bedroom # 4. All of the bedrooms are upstairs. There are 3 full baths upstairs. Downstairs: Downstairs is private room, with a twin daybed and a twin trundle. We do not call it a bedroom, since it does not have a closet ( issues over the legal definition - ugh! ). There is a queen sleeper sofa in the living room. River Suite in separate cottage next to the house: There is a separate, optional suite named The River Suite. It has a queen bed, and a twin bed. It has a private bath with a walk-in shower. This is in the cottage next to the main house, along with the game room. You have to pay a little extra for this suite to be included, unless you have a larger group ( 10 in off season and 14 in high season ), and then it is included at no additional charge.
Entertainment:
  • Foosball
  • Television
  • Games for Kids
  • Stereo
  • Pool Table
  • Game Room
  • Satellite / Cable
  • Games
  • Radio
  • DVD Player
  • Video Library
  • VCR
  • CD Player
Outside:
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Beach Chairs
  • Patio
  • Wood Deck
  • Porch / Veranda
  • 12 garden chairs
Suitability:
  • non smoking only
  • Low Allergen Environment
  • pets not allowed
  • children welcome
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
Pool / Spa:
  • Jacuzzi
  • Outdoor Hot Tub
  • Sauna
  • Hot Tub
Attractions:
  • zoo
  • restaurants
  • autumn foliage
  • churches
  • live theater
  • recreation center
  • theme parks
  • botanical garden
  • cinemas
  • marina
  • museums
  • winery tours
  • water parks
  • forests
  • caves
Leisure Activities:
  • eco tourism
  • sight seeing
  • horseback riding
  • antiquing
  • paddle boating
  • scenic drives
  • walking
  • outlet shopping
  • bird watching
Local Services & Businesses:
  • ATM/bank
  • massage therapist
  • groceries
  • medical services
  • fitness center
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • pier fishing
  • golf
  • hunting big game
  • cycling
  • scuba diving or snorkeling
  • snorkeling
  • rafting
  • spelunking
  • whitewater rafting
  • equestrian events
  • fishing
  • freshwater fishing
  • hunting small game
  • fly fishing
  • water skiing
  • hunting
  • swimming
  • golf privileges optional
  • mountain biking
  • jet skiing
  • sailing
  • hiking
  • tennis
  • water tubing
Notes: In addition to the 4 house bedrooms, we also have a 'sleeping room' with a twin daybed and a twin trundle. We cannot legally call it a bedroom, because we have no closet in the room. There is a 'River Suite' out in the same building as the game room. It has a queen bed, and one twin bed, a very nice private bath, and a full size washer/dryer. It is included at no charge, when you book for 14 people or more high seasson, or 10 or more in the Low season.. If you have less than 14, it costs an additional $60/nt in low and mid season, and $80/nt in high season. 6% tax applies as well.

Reviews for this vacation estate rental in Wimberley, Texas

Private Hill Country Estate on the Blanco River - 'The Great Escape'
average rating of 5.0 based on 149 reviews
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Private Hill Country Estate on the Blanco River - 'The Great Escape'
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p185083
+1 281-252-8164
Wimberley Texas Hill Country
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Wonderful Girls trip.

Submitted: June 30, 2012 Stayed: May 2012
WE had a Wonderful girls trip to your home. We loved your home, especially the back porch looking over the river. We had lots of plans, but ended up not being abale to leave. Thanks for helping us make great memories.
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Private Hill Country Estate on the Blanco River - 'The Great Escape'
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p185083
+1 281-252-8164
Wimberley Texas Hill Country
Guest Comment Entered by Owner
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This vacation has been Awesome!

Submitted: June 30, 2012 Stayed: June 2012
Thanks for a Great house! We had a wonderful family visit with 15 adults and 5 children. Plenty of room for all of us! I am amazed that there was plenty of towells, and sheets, for all of us.

Thanks for the memories!
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Private Hill Country Estate on the Blanco River - 'The Great Escape'
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p185083
+1 281-252-8164
Wimberley Texas Hill Country
Guest Comment Entered by Owner
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Wonderful!!

Submitted: June 30, 2012 Stayed: June 2012
Your "Great Escape" was Wonderful!! We came from Ohio, OK, Colorado, and Penn. Your home is sooo well equiped! You have thought of everything we could need. Beautiful location. Love the rocking chairs.
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Private Hill Country Estate on the Blanco River - 'The Great Escape'
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p185083
+1 281-252-8164
Wimberley Texas Hill Country
Guest Comment Entered by Owner
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Great Time, once again.

Submitted: June 30, 2012 Stayed: June 2012
Once again our Family had a wonderful time here at The Great Escape. Our kids came and had a blast. We will be back next year for sure!
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Private Hill Country Estate on the Blanco River - 'The Great Escape'
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p185083
+1 281-252-8164
Wimberley Texas Hill Country
Guest Comment Entered by Owner
3

Hill Girl Trip

Submitted: June 30, 2012 Stayed: June 2012
Our group of 11 hill girl trips ( all cousins ) from Barbers Hill, Tx. Enjoyed our stay here at the Great Escape. Every year we take a trip and we loved your beautiful home. Thank you for sharing your place with us.

The Hill Girls

PS - Just a little piece of heavan.
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