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The Bear Haus - Beautiful House on the Water at Lake Dunlap

 
 
 
New Braunfels house rental - Front of Bear Haus
Front of Bear Haus
 
New Braunfels house rental - Front of Bear Haus

Front of Bear Haus

Bear Haus-1 Kitchen

Bear Haus-1 Kitchen

Bear Haus 1 Living Room

Bear Haus 1 Living Room

Bear Haus 1-Master Bedroom

Bear Haus 1-Master Bedroom

Bear Haus 1- guest bedroom

Bear Haus 1- guest bedroom

Bear Haus 1 Guest Bedroom

Bear Haus 1 Guest Bedroom

Bear Haus master bath-upstairs

Bear Haus master bath-upstairs

Bear Haus 1 outside deck above the hot tub

Bear Haus 1 outside deck above the hot tub

Game room pool table and bar

Game room pool table and bar

Game room entertainment center

Game room entertainment center

Bear Haus 2 Living Room

Bear Haus 2 Living Room

Bear Haus 2 Bar

Bear Haus 2 Bar

Bear Haus 2 Kitchen With Aquarium

Bear Haus 2 Kitchen With Aquarium

Bear Haus 2 downstairs patio dining table

Bear Haus 2 downstairs patio dining table

Bear Haus 2 Master Bedroom

Bear Haus 2 Master Bedroom

Bear Haus 2 Guest Bedroom 2

Bear Haus 2 Guest Bedroom 2

Bear Haus 2 Guest Bedroom 3

Bear Haus 2 Guest Bedroom 3

Bear Haus Lakeside View

Bear Haus Lakeside View

Bear Haus Lake Front

Bear Haus Lake Front

Bear Haus Lake Front

Bear Haus Lake Front

Bear Haus sunset on the waterfront

Bear Haus sunset on the waterfront

house at night

house at night

grandkids on the pier

grandkids on the pier

  • Bedrooms6
  • Sleeps22
  • 5 Bathrooms

Photos and Description of the New Braunfels vacation house rental
House, 6 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 5 Baths, (Sleeps 18-22)

This beautiful lakefront home has a unique history. It was originally the home of Emil and Hanna Pallenberg, who became internationally famous with their Pallenberg Bears from the 1940's through 1970. Their travels included Austrailia, Mexico, South America, Canada, and all over the United States with various circus companies, and actually housed the bears at this home during their off seasons. You will find pictures and historical accountings of their travels and shows in the game room.

There are magical twinkling lights in the mature oak trees, and giant cypress trees providing a perfect evening ambiance for family gatherings. The yard is large and will accommodate any evening or day functions for a small family gathering, family vacations, small company functions, etc.... PLEASE NOTE THAT THE CITY OF NEW BRAUNFELS DOES CURRENTLY HAVE A BURN BAN IN EFFECT.

Family reunions are a natural event here, as are corporate retreats, bachelor/bachelorette parties, and simpler family vacations. The home is kid-friendly, with a large playscape in the yard, a designated swimming area just off of the over-the-water deck in shallow water for youngsters, bunk beds, large flat screen tv's, and Wii Console/Games.

The game room is 40 x 25 feet in dimension, providing for the bar area (including a complete back bar), a kegerator (special request), a friendly game of pool, while others sit around the large sectional couch and watch the 55 inch screen tv or play a game of darts. A full bathroom is available in the room. The game room opens from the front of the house and also to the rear of the house onto the yard and waterfront areas. It is adjacent to the hot tub.

The yard is completely fenced, providing safety for pets, but the owners will need to interview the pets! A Pet Deposit is also required.

Adjacent to the over-the-water deck is a boat slip, and a long pier with expansion at the end where you can swim or fish (A fishing license is required). The huge area of water covered by water lilies provides excellent fishing for bass, tilapia, catfish and perch. There are rod holders at the end of the pier.

Whether cooking in either of the two beautiful kitchens or BBQ'ing on the patio, plenty of food can be easily prepared to serve multitudes of guests. There are outdoor dining areas on both the upstairs deck and the downstairs patio, as well as out on the over-the-water deck.

Keywords: waterfront, fishing pier, swimming, over water deck, outside decks, patio, huge yard, handicapped accessible, renovated kitchens, new appliances, unique designs, game room, corporate retreats, family reunions, family vacations, hot tub, pool table,

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About The Owner

The home is now owned by the remaining family, John Haas and his wife, Robbie (upstairs), and Barbara Williams, widow of John's brother James Williams (downstairs). This has been a family home since its inception in the 1950's, as the Pallenbergs built on to the original A-frame house to expand it to the size it is today. The family then updated and remodeled the home to the state it is currently in, and remodeled the huge double garage into the completed game room.

The Owner purchased this house in 1950
Why The Owner chose New Braunfels

Our family was fortunate to have this family home in this wonderful location, and now wish to share it with others as we have worked long and hard to rennovate it into this beautiful home.

What makes this house unique

The sunsets over the lake are the most incredible you will find. The waterfowl add to the magic of the environment, with cranes, wood ducks, cormorants throughout the year, and migrating white pelicans and mud hens vacationing through February. A family of Great Horned Owls has lived in the neighborhood for many years, and you can hear their calls in the evening as you watch the sunset on the water. Hummingbirds, woodpeckers and hawks also call this their home, and provide hours of interesting bird watching.

New Braunfels house rental - Front of Bear Haus

Front of Bear Haus

Bear Haus-1 Kitchen

Bear Haus-1 Kitchen

Bear Haus 1 Living Room

Bear Haus 1 Living Room

Bear Haus 1-Master Bedroom

Bear Haus 1-Master Bedroom

Bear Haus 1- guest bedroom

Bear Haus 1- guest bedroom

Bear Haus 1 Guest Bedroom

Bear Haus 1 Guest Bedroom

Bear Haus master bath-upstairs

Bear Haus master bath-upstairs

Bear Haus 1 outside deck above the hot tub

Bear Haus 1 outside deck above the hot tub

Game room pool table and bar

Game room pool table and bar

Game room entertainment center

Game room entertainment center

Bear Haus 2 Living Room

Bear Haus 2 Living Room

Bear Haus 2 Bar

Bear Haus 2 Bar

Bear Haus 2 Kitchen With Aquarium

Bear Haus 2 Kitchen With Aquarium

Bear Haus 2 downstairs patio dining table

Bear Haus 2 downstairs patio dining table

Bear Haus 2 Master Bedroom

Bear Haus 2 Master Bedroom

Bear Haus 2 Guest Bedroom 2

Bear Haus 2 Guest Bedroom 2

Bear Haus 2 Guest Bedroom 3

Bear Haus 2 Guest Bedroom 3

Bear Haus Lakeside View

Bear Haus Lakeside View

Bear Haus Lake Front

Bear Haus Lake Front

Bear Haus Lake Front

Bear Haus Lake Front

Bear Haus sunset on the waterfront

Bear Haus sunset on the waterfront

house at night

house at night

grandkids on the pier

grandkids on the pier

a Kayak and a canoe are available for guest use, life jackets are also available and required for children under 12 or for anyone who cannot swim.

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Rental Rates for this vacation house rental in New Braunfels, Texas

Notes

  • From $650/nt to $1000/nt
  • US Dollars
  • Peak wknd (May-Sept) Thurs-Sun: Both houses $1000/night or $800 just 1 house
  • Peak wkday (May-Sept) Mon-Wed: Both houses-$800/night or $650 just 1 house
  • Off Peak (Oct-April): Both houses $800/night or $650 just 1 house
  • Cleaning Fee and 13% Lodge Tax is additional. Please inquire for a complete quote
  • Peak Season there is a 3 night minimum. Off Peak Season there is a 2 night minimu
  • Holiday rates are slightly higher: Spring Break (March), Memorial Day,July 4th,
  • Labor Day, Wurstfest (11-1-13 thru 11-10-13), Thanksgiving, X-mas and New Years
  • *game room, pier, water deck and outdoor kitchen are common areas for all

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation house rental in New Braunfels, Texas

Property Type:
  • house

Meals:
  • Guests provide their own meals

Location Type:
  • Lakefront ...
    Huge yard flows to the private waterfront that includes fire pit, outdoor kitchen, over-the-water deck, pier and expanded fishing pier at the end
  • Lake View ...
    Lake views are amazing from both the upstairs and downstairs houses.

General:
  • Washing Machine ...
    (2) Located in each house
  • Linens Provided
  • Air Conditioning ...
    Central Heat/Air, window unit in Game Room.
  • Clothes Dryer ...
    (2) Located in each house
  • Wireless Internet ...
    WiFi provided throughout the entire home.

Kitchen:
  • Ice Maker
  • Refrigerator ...
    (3) Both houses have large french door/bottom freezer units, as well as a full sized refrigerator in the game room.
  • Microwave ...
    (2) Microwaves in each kitchen
  • Dishwasher ...
    (2) Both houses have updated dishwashers
  • Cooking Utensils ...
    all dishes, pots and pans, silverware, glasses, barware provided in each house and in the game room.
  • Kitchen ...
    (2) Each kitchen has fully equipped microwaves, ceramic stove tops, and ovens, large refrigerators, and tiled countertops, expansive cabinet space All appliances are new.

Dining:
  • Dining Area

Bathrooms:
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Bathroom 1 -
    Bathroom 2 -
    Bathroom 3 -
    Bathroom 4 -
    Bathroom 5 -
  • 5

Bedrooms:
  • 6 Bedrooms, Sleeps 22
  • King size beds (2) King bed in both master suites, Queen size Beds (4) Two queen beds in bedroom #2 upstairs, one queen bed in bedroom #3 downstairs, 1 queen bed in bedroom #2 downstairs., Twin or Single Beds (1) fold out bed, Bunk Beds (2) set of bunk beds (twin) in bedroom #3 downstairs
Entertainment:
  • DVD Player
  • Stereo
  • Video Library ...
    expansive library of DVD's
  • Satellite / Cable ...
    (9) cable available in each bedroom, living room, and game room - large flat screen tv's in both living rooms, small flat screens in each of other bedrooms.
  • Pool Table

Outside:
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Deck / Patio ...
    (2) Upstairs house has huge deck overlooking the waterfront, downstairs house has large patio on the waterfront side.
  • Balcony ...
    Upstairs house has front balcony for main entrance

Suitability:
  • Minimum Age Limit for Renters ...
    No one under the age of 25 will be considered for rental
  • wheelchair accessible ...
    Doors are not exceedingly wide, but are sufficient to accommodated a wheelchair and/or scooter or power wheelchair.
  • non smoking only ...
    Smokers may smoke in any of the outdoor areas, but not in any of the houses or enclosed areas.
  • children welcome ...
    Outdoor playscape available, protected swimming area.
  • pets considered ...
    Large fenced grassy yard - however, there is no fence blocking passage to the lake.

Pool / Spa:
  • Shared Hot Tub ...
    Hot tub for 4-6 located at the bottom of the stairs between the two houses.

Attractions:
  • restaurants
  • theme parks
  • cinemas

Leisure Activities:
  • shopping
  • sight seeing
  • sledding
  • miniature golf
  • antiquing
  • boating

Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • hiking
  • golf
  • fishing
  • swimming
  • kayaking
  • rafting
  • cycling
  • water skiing
  • jet skiing

Notes: This huge home has two separate homes available for rental all together or separately, with the game room, yard, pier, over the water deck and boat slip as common areas. Each of the two houses have uniquely designed tile and rock work incorporated into the decor, huge kitchens and living areas. The game room includes a full sized pool table, air hockey table, huge rock bar with back bar and kegerator to match, full sized-bathroom, entertainment center, and large sectional couch with recliner chairs and a sofa bed. The upstairs house has a full length deck at the water view providing an unobstructed view of the lake, with ample seating and mutiple conversational group settings. The downstairs house includes a beautifully appointed patio and is handicapped accessible with ground floor location, large shower room with bars for stability and a bar by the toilet. The waterfront is lined with Cypress Trees that are hundreds of years old and app. 50 ft. tall.

Reviews for this vacation house rental in New Braunfels, Texas

The Bear Haus - Beautiful House on the Water at Lake Dunlap
average rating of 5.0 based on 6 reviews
business
The Bear Haus - Beautiful House on the Water at Lake Dunlap
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p410942vb
830-609-8196
New Braunfels Hill Country
Guest Comment Entered by Owner
0

The House is Stunning!

Submitted: May 18, 2013 Stayed: April 2013
Bear Haus 1 & 2 are perfect for a large group. The house is stunning!! We had 22 people attend an annual April weekend trip. This is BY FAR the best place we have stayed at. Having two kitchens provided us with plenty of room for our groceries and allowed us to make dinner/bake pizzas so that we could all eat at the same time! The decks were large enough for us to all sit together and enjoy the beautiful outdoor area! The rental process was very easy. We will stay here again!
business
The Bear Haus - Beautiful House on the Water at Lake Dunlap
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p410942vb
830-609-8196
New Braunfels Hill Country
5

A Wonderful Family Getaway

5 of 5
Submitted: February 6, 2013 Stayed: December 2012
We gathered with family for a few days here and we truely enjoyed everything about our stay! It was large and spacious with room for adults as well as children alike. It was so nice to be checked in on by the owner to make sure everything was good with the house.They are so hospitable and friendly. The house is plenty stocked with linens and dishes, The only thing we had to bring was food and bathroom toiletries. We relaxed comfortably on the deck out back and the kids and dogs had plenty of space to run in the huge back yard.At night we chilled in front of the cozy fireplace . It was awesome to have the pooltable downstairs to play while watching the game on the big screen t.v. The jacuzzi was fun for the kids to play in at night.It's not far at all from stores and the main freeway so it's easy to get to and get from, The house was neat and clean and beautifully decorated. The appliances are all new and in great condition.
We would reccommend this place to anyone and will hopefully get to come back again! Sincerely
business
The Bear Haus - Beautiful House on the Water at Lake Dunlap
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p410942vb
830-609-8196
New Braunfels Hill Country
Dallas, TX
5

Unbelievable

5 of 5
Submitted: June 27, 2012 Stayed: June 2012
My family and I rented the bear haus for a great family environment, and we got all that and more. The pictures do not do this house justice. There is so much space, that we didn't know what to do with. We were comfortable, which is important on vacation, but that aside, the space didn't even matter because of all the other things that they had as well. The yard was spacious, gated and perfect to tucker our pets out, along with ample space for family activities. We like to play bags and horse shoes, not to mention a little soccer and volley ball. There were plenty of bathrooms, which in our family is a MUST. We also had plenty of places to cook for our big family. All these things would be amazing, but then you add in the fact that it is water front and it becomes UNBELIEVABLE! We had tons of fun in the sun. My family and I really enjoyed our vacation and want to book again next year, or if possible this year again!
Recommended for:  Pet-friendly, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
business
The Bear Haus - Beautiful House on the Water at Lake Dunlap
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p410942vb
830-609-8196
New Braunfels Hill Country
Uvalde TX
5

tequila makes me skinny dip in lake dunlap

5 of 5
Submitted: June 27, 2012 Stayed: June 2012
hell yea, this place was awesome. I was here in june for a friends engagement party and they rented this house for the weekend. When I first drove up, the first thing that caught my eye was the neat driveway that wrapped around a garden, it even had this cool seahorse bird bath. My girlfriend and I stayed upstairs and were blown away by all of the artistic touches that the owners have put into the house. Normally I would never talk about how great a bathroom is, but every single bathroom in this house had its own distinct and creative tiling patterns. While one had a stand-up shower with an awesome broken-tile design, another had a bath with a huge sea turtle on the wall made completely of tile...truly beautiful. Even the downstairs bathroom had a huge walk in rock shower made of large, smooth stones...I seriously thought we could fit half of the guests in there at once. I now consider myself somewhat of a bathroom officianado. Both the upstairs and downstairs have a large, spacious common area that worked great for the party atmosphere, but later as the party settled down, the space easily transitioned into a cozy, intimate space to drink and have conversation. I'm a country boy at heart so my opinion might be a bit biased, but my favorite thing about this entire house was the Recreation room. This thing had all the bells and whistles, I'm talking about huge television, pool table, dart board,a long rock bar, and of course the golden egg of this room was the keggerator filled with icy-cold beer. After having a few shots of tequila at the bar and few cold brews, I headed out to join the festivities of the party. The yard is gigantic and the houses have an amazing view of the lake from the decks. Then night came and thats when the yardlights came on and illuminated everything so that the party could keep going, and the tequila kept flowing until we took a late night dip in the lake. Overall, this house made a lasting impression on me, my girlfriend, and almost everyone that attended the engagement party. Only advice I can give is if you drink too much tequila and go swimmin, watch out for snapping turtles...just kidding one of the best nights ever. I take my hat off to the owners for creating such a beautiful place.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, People with Disabilities, Romantic Getaway
business
The Bear Haus - Beautiful House on the Water at Lake Dunlap
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p410942vb
830-609-8196
New Braunfels Hill Country
Frisco, TX
5

Best way to spend your weekend

5 of 5
Submitted: June 27, 2012 Stayed: June 2012
My family stayed for a weekend here and wish it could have been longer. We celebrated an engagement party here and were able to accomodate our whole family, plus all friends and extended family. It's great to be all in one place and have meals together, swim and boat off the dock. Our grandoggy REALLY enjoyed having the run of the HUGE yard. Everything is spotless here- nothing has been left out. My husband and I were in the master suite and I must say it rivals top hotels where we have stayed. There is so many upgrades I can't list them all, but the amenities in this house make it one stop shopping for the whole family. Plenty of space for every activity you could want to do and all the techno gadgets to do them with! We will definitely go back again.
Recommended for:  Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
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