Gruene Hall – Texas’ Oldest Dance Hall

Built in the 1880s, Gruene Hall (pronounced “Green”) is known for bringing in great country musicians. Willie Nelson, Lyle Lovett. They all come here.

There is live music seven days a week, and you’ll always find someone on the large dance floor. They have a music calendar on their web site.

The tables are long rows of picnic benches. It’s easy to talk to people sitting near you. Mixed between younger folk and old timers, you’ll find locals and lots of tourists wearing their brand new boots. By the end of the night, most people are exhausted and their boots are off because of the blisters from doing the jitterbug.

Enjoy The Ride, Know The Rules

New Braunfels city limits:

• No volume drinking devices
• No containers under 5 fluid oz.
• Noise devices may not be audible beyond 50 feet
• No jumping from bridges, dams, or trees
• Maximum permitted cooler size is 16 quarts, one per person
• Coolers must have a locking mechanism on the lid (zipper, Velcro, latch, cord)
• Vessels on the rivers may not be over 18 feet in length

On the Comal River within city limits:

• Inflatable flotation devices on the Comal River must be less than 5 feet in diameter or width at the narrowest point.
• Limit of two tubes per person on the Comal River.
• Canoes and kayaks may not use the Last Tubers Exit on the Comal River on weekends and holidays.

On the Guadalupe River within city limits:

• When the river flow on the Guadalupe River is above 500cfs, it is mandatory for all children under 8 years of age to wear a life jacket.
• When the river flow on the Guadalupe River is above 750cfs, it is mandatory for all individuals to wear a life jacket.
• When the river flow on the Guadalupe River is above 1000cfs, tubing is not allowed. The only allowed recreation is raft trips.

The Gristmill

Situated on a bluff overlooking the Guadalupe River, this unmistakable restaurant is a great getaway for a unique casual dining experience. Read more

Schlitterbahn History

Brief History of Schlitterbahn in New Braunfels

The Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort in New Braunfels, Texas, originally opened in 1979 with four water slides, is built along the cool spring-fed waters of the Comal River. Bob and Billye Henry purchased 40 acres on the Comal River called Landa Resort in the early 1970s. They slowly added the water recreation that is now known as Schlitterbahn West. In 1991, the Henrys bought another 25 acre piece of property known as Camp Warnecke and transformed it into Schlitterbahn East.

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Rudy’s Country Store and Bar-B-Q

This is part of a small chain of restaurants that originated in Leon Springs as a country store. There are locations in Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma.

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3BR and 2BR: Rental Policies

Rental Policies

• No Smoking allowed in the condo.
• No Pets.
• Maximum 10 people for the 3BR unit.
• 13% Hotel tax must be collected on all reservations less than 30 days.
• Renting party must be 23 or older.
• $500 security deposit is required to reserve a property and can be used to cover any damages. Security deposit, minus the cleaning/laundry fee, will be refunded within 5 business days after departure.
• Full rental payment is due at least 15 days prior to arrival.
• Check-in at 3 pm or later. Check out by 11 am. You may call ahead to see if early check-in is available (512-665-3305)
• Cancellation refunds (less 15% service fee) will only be provided if property is able to be re-rented for the term you had reserved.
• Refunds are not provided for early departures or due to inclement weather that results in recreational facilities (Comal River, Guadalupe River, Schlitterbahn, etc.) being unavailable for use.
• Please review additional policies regarding safety, parking, guest tags, etc. upon check-in.