Canyon Lake · Texas Hill Country

Sunsets on the deck,
starry nights in the hot tub.

Airbnb Superhost · 4.87★ from 53 reviews

Welcome to

Hillside Hacienda

An entire 3-bedroom, 2-bath home set on a hillside above Canyon Lake, built on multiple levels with decks and covered porches that look out over the Texas Hill Country. Sleeps 8, with a twin roll-away for a 9th guest. Soak in the covered hot tub, gather around the fire pit, and swing in the egg chairs as the sun goes down.

  • 8guests (+1 roll-away)
  • 3bedrooms
  • 2baths
  • 4.87★53 Airbnb reviews

The good stuff

Made for slow days & long nights outside

  • Covered 4-person hot tub
  • Hill Country views
  • Fire pit
  • BBQ grill
  • Two covered porches with swings & hanging egg chairs
  • Fully stocked kitchen with Keurig & air fryer
  • Two living spaces with smart TVs, plus a bar area
  • Carport with axe dartboard & hook-and-ring game
  • Free lake access at boat ramp 7
  • Private backyard, neighborhood park & ball courts
  • Wifi
  • Washer & dryer
  • Free parking
  • Self check-in with keypad

Where everyone sleeps

Sleeping arrangements

  • Bedroom 1 with king bed

    Bedroom 1

    King bed

  • Bedroom 2 with two single beds

    Bedroom 2

    Two singles

  • Bedroom 3 with queen bed

    Bedroom 3

    Queen bed

  • Living area with sofa bed

    Living room

    Sofa bed

Sleeps 8. A twin roll-away is available for a 9th guest for an extra fee.

Guest love

What guests say

4.87 53 reviews on Airbnb · Superhost Vrbo: 10/10 Exceptional
Cleanliness
4.8
Accuracy
4.8
Check-in
5.0
Communication
4.9
Location
4.8
Value
4.9

Reviews are quoted from our Airbnb and Vrbo listings.

The neighborhood

Lake days & river floats

Hillside Hacienda sits in a quiet neighborhood in Canyon Lake, in the heart of the Texas Hill Country in Comal County.

  • Canyon Lake

    Swim, fish, boat or paddle. Guests get free lake access at boat ramp 7.

  • Right in the neighborhood

    A neighborhood park and ball courts for the kids (and the competitive adults).

  • Float the Comal River

    Tubing on the Comal in New Braunfels is not far, a Texas summer classic.

  • Historic Gruene

    Live music, shops and restaurants in Gruene make for an easy day trip.

See our local guide →

Aerial view of the neighborhood toward Canyon Lake

Local guide

Things to do around Canyon Lake

Our favorite ways to spend a Hill Country day, from the lake and the river to the caverns and old Gruene.

On the lake

  • Boat ramp 7

    Our guests’ free lake access. It’s a Comal County ramp for launching and loading boats only, and it closes when the lake is low.

  • Canyon Lake Marina

    Rent a tritoon or a double-decker with a water slide for the day.

  • Cranes Mill Marina

    Its sister marina near Cranes Mill Park, where the Guadalupe flows into the lake, with online boat rental booking.

  • Comal Park & Canyon Park

    Lakefront parks run by WORD, with swim beaches and picnic sites. Comal Park is on the south shore near Startzville. Seasonal: March–October

On the river

  • Tube Haus

    A Canyon Lake outfitter on FM 306 for floating the Guadalupe’s Horseshoe Loop below the dam.

  • River Sports Tubes

    Tube rentals in the middle of the Horseshoe Loop, with short, medium and long floats.

  • Rockin’ R River Rides

    A Gruene outfitter for floats on the Guadalupe and the Comal.

  • Guadalupe River State Park

    Four miles of river frontage for swimming and tubing, plus hiking trails. The park often fills up, so reserve a day pass ahead.

River flow changes with releases from the dam, so call your outfitter before you go. Floating is busiest in summer. More outfitters: WORD’s river outfitter list.

Hike & explore

  • Canyon Lake Gorge

    GBRA guided tours of a gorge carved by the 2002 flood, with fossils, dinosaur tracks and waterfalls. Book ahead.

  • Natural Bridge Caverns

    Guided walking tours through underground caverns, plus outdoor attractions above ground.

  • Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch

    A drive-through safari park where you see the animals from your car.

Gruene & New Braunfels

Eat & drink

Groceries & essentials

Hours and seasons change, so check each place’s website before you head out.

Why book direct

Same house, same hosts, no middleman

  • No platform service fees

    Booking here means no Airbnb or Vrbo guest service fee added to your stay.

  • Talk to the hosts

    Message Luis and Dusty directly about your dates, questions or special occasions.

  • Superhost care

    100% response rate, usually within an hour, and a 5.0 check-in rating.

Request to book

Plan your stay

Send us your dates and we’ll reply with availability and a total. Check-in is after 4 PM, checkout is by 11 AM, and there’s a 2-night minimum.

Prefer a platform? We’re also on Airbnb and Vrbo.

This opens an email to the hosts with your details filled in. Nothing is charged.

Good to know

FAQ & house rules

What are check-in and checkout times?

Check-in is after 4:00 PM with a self check-in keypad, and checkout is before 11:00 AM.

Is there a minimum stay?

Yes, there’s a 2-night minimum.

How many guests can stay?

Up to 9 overnight guests. The home sleeps 8 (a king in Bedroom 1, two singles in Bedroom 2, a queen in Bedroom 3 and a sofa bed in the living room), and a twin roll-away is available for a 9th guest for an extra fee.

What are the house rules?
  • No pets. Service animals only.
  • No smoking, including vaping and e-cigarettes.
  • Quiet hours are 10:00 PM to 9:00 AM.
  • No parties or events.
  • No commercial photography or filming.
Anything we should do before checkout?
  • Please never turn the hot tub off, and keep the lid on when it’s not in use.
  • Before you leave, make sure the hot tub lid is secure and pick up any trash on the decks and in the yard.
What if we check out late?

Late checkout is a $50 fee, and checkout tasks left undone are $100. Checking out more than 1 hour late may be charged as another full night.

Tell us about the hot tub.

It’s a covered 4-person hot tub in the private backyard, professionally maintained and inspected regularly. Temporary outages aren’t refunded, but if it becomes unavailable and can’t be repaired in a timely manner, you’ll get a $50 courtesy credit.

Are there cameras?

There are two exterior security cameras: one on the house facing the gate and one facing the outside of the front door. Tampering with the cameras means being asked to leave without a refund.

What’s the cancellation policy?
  • Full refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
  • 50% refund of nightly rates if you cancel at least 7 days before check-in.
  • No refund within 7 days of check-in.

Direct-booking terms are confirmed with your booking.

How do we get to the lake?

Guests have free lake access at boat ramp 7 on Canyon Lake. There’s also a neighborhood park with ball courts.

Is the house on one level?

No. It’s a hillside home on multiple levels, with stairs between the living levels and decks.

Is there parking, wifi and laundry?

Yes: free parking, wifi, and a washer and dryer. A smoke alarm is installed.

How does booking direct work?

Send a request with your dates and we’ll confirm availability and the total by email. You’ll hear back from Luis or Dusty directly.