New Braunfels Vacation Retreat, Sleeps Big Groups + Pool

New Braunfels, Texas
$926 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 5

Bed

Bath 4

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 26

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Welcome to Hotel California, a beautiful Hill Country retreat designed for relaxing getaways, family vacations, group gatherings, and unforgettable celebrations year-round.

Set on 30 + private acres in New Braunfels, Hotel California gives you the feeling of a secluded estate while keeping you close to some of the area’s best attractions. Historic Gruene is just 12 miles away, with the Comal and Guadalupe Rivers, Schlitterbahn, Natural Bridge Caverns, and Downtown San Antonio allwithin easy reach.

More than a typical vacation rental, Hotel California feels like your own private park — peaceful, spacious, scenic, and designed for bringing people together.

Resort-Style Outdoor Amenities

Enjoy the property’s expansive outdoor spaces, including:

* Private swimming pool
* In-ground hot tub
* Stone pool deck with multiple lounge areas
* Twinkle-lit oak grove
* Fire pit and BBQ area

Seasonal Giant Shade Tent — May through September

The covered outdoor recreation area includes:

* Pickleball
* Ping pong
* Corn hole
* Basketball
* Family games and outdoor activities

Main House

The spacious main house offers plenty of room for everyone to gather, relax, and enjoy time together.

* Wraparound upper porch with beautiful Hill Country views
* Grand dining room with seating for 14
* Additional kitchen table seating for 6
* Fully stocked kitchen for cooking and entertaining
* Spacious living room with oversized family sofa
* Smart TV with Wi-Fi streaming
* DVD player and movie collection
* Game room with foosball and outdoor access

Bedrooms & Sleeping Spaces

Primary Suite

* King bed
* Jetted soaking tub
* Walk-in shower with seating

Three Additional Upstairs Bedrooms (4 queen beds)

* Shared full bathroom

Bonus Bunk Room Retreat

Accessible from either the wraparound porch or the primary suite, this separate space is perfect for kids, teens, or a “gentlemen’s getaway.”

It includes:

* Full bathroom
* Blackjack table
* Air hockey table
* Smart TV and DVD player
* Mini fridge
* Private lounge area

Sleeping Arrangement Note: The only downstairs sleeping area is a futon located in the foosball room. All other main-house sleeping spaces are upstairs, with the exception of the optional guest house.

Optional Guest House — Casa Blanca

Need additional space for your group

The separate guest house, Casa Blanca, sleeps up to 8 guests and may be added to your stay for additional space and privacy. This home is a one story.

Search Casa Blanca on VRBO or message the owner for availability.

Private Events Welcome

Hotel California is located at La Dolce Vita Estates, originally designed as a private wedding and special event venue. Guests have the option to add a private event to their stay.

Event packages include:

* Use of the beautiful property grounds
* Designated parking
* Covered event space
* Ceremony arch and chandelier
* Tables and chairs

Message for Event Add-On Pricing

Perfect for:

* Family reunions
* Milestone birthdays
* Retreats
* Micro-weddings
* Private celebrations

Event insurance and vendor insurance are required. Events are not included in the nightly rental rate and must be arranged separately.

Nearby Attractions

* 12 miles — Historic Gruene
* 12 miles — Natural Bridge Caverns & Wildlife Ranch
* 11 miles — Schlitterbahn & Comal River
* 10 miles — Downtown New Braunfels
* 25 miles — The Alamo & Downtown San Antonio

Your Hill Country Getaway Awaits

Whether you’re planning a family vacation, reunion, relaxing retreat, group getaway, milestone celebration, or private event, Hotel California offers something that’s hard to find — private acres, resort-style amenities, abundant gathering space, and the privacy of your own Hill Country estate.

Come make memories, relax by the pool, gather around the fire, enjoy the game spaces, and experience everything New Braunfels and the Texas Hill Country have to offer.

Hotel California at La Dolce Vita Estates — where your getaway becomes part of the memory.

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  • School District Availability
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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Breakfast Available For A Fee Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    5 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Bulk Dispenser For Toiletries Eco-friendly Cleaning Products Used Humane Treatment Of Captive Wild Animals Unit Size: 4000 Sq Ft (372 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting Water-efficient Toilets Only
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Lobster/crab Pot Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking Wheelchair-accessible Parking And Van Parking Available
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 500+ Mbps (good For 6+ People Or 10+ Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Fenced Yard Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • POOL/SPA

    Fence Around The Pool Hot Tub Massages Outdoor Pool Private Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    4.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Eco-friendly Toiletries Hair Dryer Jetted Bathtub Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    2 Indoor Pickleball Courts Basketball Nearby Cycling Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Kayaking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Theme Parks Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room Books DVD Player Foosball Table Games Table Tennis Video Library Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Playground
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The City Center Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near A Zoo On The River
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Chef Housekeeping (on Request) Iron/ironing Board Local Meal Delivery Service Safe
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    2 On-site Accessible Parking Spaces Front Entrance Ramp Handrails In Stairways If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Stair-free Path To Entrance Tile Flooring In Public Areas Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only Visual Alarms In Hallways Wheelchair Accessible Wheelchair-accessible Parking Wheelchair-accessible Van Parking

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 26

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Molly V.

    Submitted Jun 7, 2026

    Stayed Jun 5, 2026

    The home was perfect for our weekend get-a-way.. very clean home, very responsive host! The pool and hot tub were a plus!

  • Kevin C.

    Submitted May 29, 2026

    Stayed May 24, 2026

    The place was very clean. The host was great she responded to questions and needs quickly. The air conditioning was excellent, we all stayed nice and cool. The pool and spa were great, it kept all of us entertained all week. There was plenty of cooking supplies in the kitchen. There was plenty of room for all 16 of us comfortably.

  • Paige H.

    Submitted May 24, 2026

    Stayed May 22, 2026

    This place was GREAT! Had a young adult church retreat here and the stay was excellent. Places for swimming, ultimate frisbee, pickleball, etc. The host was very responsive and accommodating to our group.

  • Alfonso M.

    Submitted May 17, 2026

    Stayed May 15, 2026

    Mice droppings everywhere Nice property but you need to do something about the mice.

  • Bertha F.

    Submitted Mar 22, 2026

    Stayed Mar 18, 2026

    Such an amazing property! So private and so serene

  • Alicia H.

    Submitted Mar 15, 2026

    Stayed Mar 13, 2026

    Beautiful home for our family to spend the weekend! The pool was amazing. The home was very large and our family slept comfortably. Beautiful property with lots of fun things to do!

  • Samuel Q.

    Submitted Feb 19, 2026

    Stayed Feb 5, 2026

    The space was breathtaking, and the amenities were all there! 5/5

  • Logan M.

    Submitted Sep 8, 2025

    Stayed Sep 4, 2025

    Amazing place for large groups who want to be together!

  • Eric A.

    Submitted Jul 24, 2025

    Stayed Jul 20, 2025

    It was incredible. Beautiful property and the owner was very adamant about us having a great time. Will definitely go back!

  • Crystal M.

    Submitted May 19, 2025

    Stayed May 2, 2025

    We had several things missing (trash bags, dish soap, etc.) but the host was quick to get things sent over to us. The grounds are beautiful and the house offers plenty of space.

  • Erika B.

    Submitted Apr 24, 2025

    Stayed Apr 18, 2025

    We loved the house. We were a large family, and everyone was very comfortable. It was very spacious. The surrounding land is beautiful. We had a great time.

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$926+
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