1185 Gruene Rd, New Braunfels, TX 78130
What's special
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own one of Gruene's most extraordinary riverfront estates. Nestled on 1.32 acres overlooking the Guadalupe River, this exceptional property combines luxury living, proven vacation rental income, and resort-style amenities. Featuring a spectacular 4,546-square-foot custom residence plus five luxury vacation rentals, this is the ultimate private retreat, investment property, or multigenerational estate. Designed with timeless Hill Country elegance, the main home offers 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and 2 half baths. Soaring 19-foot ceilings, exposed wood beams, and a dramatic floor-to-ceiling double-sided stone fireplace, while expansive sliding glass doors frame breathtaking bluff and river views. The gourmet kitchen is a showpiece with Wolf and Thermador appliances, a stunning 10' x 6' Brazilian quartzite island, butler's pantry, and an entertainer's wet bar opening seamlessly to the outdoor living area. The luxurious primary suite is a true retreat, complete with a see-through fireplace and a beautifully renovated spa bath featuring a wet room with soaking tub, dual showers, rain shower, and heated tile floors. Upstairs, two spacious ensuite bedrooms accompany a versatile 20' x 20' flexible bonus room. Outside, enjoy an infinity-edge pool overlooking the river, outdoor kitchen, covered entertaining spaces, lush landscaping, and artificial turf. The riverfront experience features the area's only private walk-in pebble beach, firepit gathering spaces, kayak and paddleboard storage, and a golf cart path leading directly to the water. The five beautifully appointed vacation rentals provide exceptional guest accommodations with private patio, firepit, and BBQ grill. Additional amenities include a gated entrance, extensive parking, security system, live river camera, housekeeping facility, water softener, three-car garage with workshop, and 50-amp EV charger. Just moments from historic Gruene Hall, this estate simply cannot be replicated.
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Originating MLS: Four Rivers Association of REALTORSTravel times
Living Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
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Erica Kennedy (830)643-0292,
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Originating MLS: Four Rivers Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 10
- Full bathrooms: 8
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 16x18
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 14x17
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 14x17
Primary bathroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 18x17
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 18x15
Entry foyer
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 7x7
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 18x21
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 10x9
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 30x27
Loft
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 10x9
Office
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 14x18
Heating
- Central, Electric, Multiple Heating Units
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric, 2 Units
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Some Gas Appliances, Microwave, Range, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Attic, Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Tray Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Crown Molding, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Garden Tub/Roman Tub, High Ceilings, Home Office, Primary Downstairs, MultipleDining Areas, Main Level Primary, Open Floorplan, Pull Down Attic Stairs
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Plantation Shutters, Window Treatments
- Attic: Floored,Pull Down Stairs,Storage Only
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Bath, Double Sided, Fireplace Screen, Gas, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Great Room, Primary Bedroom, See Through, Stone, Outside
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 5,758 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Door-Multi, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Covered Patio, Fire Pit, Gas Grill, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Kitchen, Porch, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Security Lighting
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Fenced, Outdoor Pool, Private, Pool/Spa Combo
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated, Private
- Fencing: Partial,Wood,Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: River, Water, Pool
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River,Water
- Waterfront features: Water Access, Other
- Body of water: Guadalupe River,Water Access,Water View,Waterfront
Lot
- Size: 1.32 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 401465
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Hill Country
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Masonry, Stone Veneer, Stucco
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier, Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 2018
Details
- Builder name: Anderson Jenkins
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Connected, High Speed Internet Available, Phone Available, Trash Collection Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None, Gated, Street Lights
- Security: Gated Community, Security System Owned, Security Lights
- Subdivision: River Bluff At Gruene 2
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: New Braunfels
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $955/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,738,060
- Date on market: 8/6/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 64 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $5,500,000$955/sqft |
Source:  LERA MLS #1996668 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2016 | Sold | -- |
Source:  Central Texas MLS #215507 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $1,738,060 -9.3% |
| 2025 | $15,224 -6.8% | $1,916,082 +10% |
| 2024 | $16,336 +1.6% | $1,741,893 +10% |
| 2023 | $16,072 -13.4% | $1,583,539 +10% |
| 2022 | $18,553 -3.8% | $1,439,581 +10% |
| 2021 | $19,281 | $1,308,710 +7.3% |
| 2020 | $19,281 +8.7% | $1,219,300 +15.9% |
| 2019 | $17,733 +23.8% | $1,052,240 +64.2% |
| 2018 | $14,328 | $640,730 +84.3% |
| 2017 | -- | $347,630 |
Monthly payment
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Estimated sales range
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