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Three vacation rentals in New Braunfels & San Marcos — on the river, near the action, and priced without Airbnb's 12% markup. Book directly with the host and keep the difference.

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💰 Guests save an average of 10–15% booking direct vs. Airbnb or VRBO

Our Properties

Three vacation homes. Two great Texas Hill Country towns.

Blue Heron's Nest — New Braunfels waterfront vacation rental

Blue Heron's Nest

New Braunfels · 14 guests · 3BR / 3BA

Waterfront retreat with private sauna, kayaks, and tubes included. About 15 min from downtown — perfect for groups who want a private riverside escape.

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Comal Condo — New Braunfels riverfront vacation rental

Comal Condo

New Braunfels · 6 guests · 2BR / 2BA

Riverfront complex steps from the Comal River — and walking distance to downtown New Braunfels. Wurstfest, tubing, and Gruene all within easy reach.

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Riverbend Hideaway — San Marcos Blanco River farmhouse vacation rental

Riverbend Hideaway

San Marcos · 12 guests · 2BR / 2BA

Blanco River farmhouse with a touch of tech. Close to Texas State University, the San Marcos River, and the best of the Hill Country.

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Why Book Direct?

Skipping the middleman benefits everyone — especially you.

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Lower Total Price

No Airbnb service fees or VRBO booking fees tacked on at checkout.

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Direct Communication

Text or call your host directly — no platform middleman, no delayed responses.

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Flexible Policies

Direct bookings often come with more flexibility on dates and special requests.

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Same Host, Better Deal

Same properties, same quality — just without the OTA markup.

Find Your Perfect Trip

Event weekends, seasonal getaways, and year-round reasons to visit the Hill Country — all bookable direct.

🍺NOV 6–15

Wurstfest 2026

New Braunfels

400,000+ people, 10 days of beer gardens and live music. STRs book out by August — don't wait.

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🏄MAY–SEP

Tubing Season

Comal & Guadalupe Rivers

Two of the best floats in Texas. Two properties steps from the water — one comes with tubes included.

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🎸OCT

Gruene Music & Wine Fest

Gruene Historic District, NB

Gruene Hall, Texas wines, and fall Hill Country weather. Comal Condo is 10 minutes from the action.

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🎓MAY & DEC

Texas State Graduation

San Marcos

Bring the whole family. Riverbend Hideaway sleeps 12 — one house, everyone together, no hotel block needed.

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💍YEAR-ROUND

Bachelorette Weekend

New Braunfels

Waterfront. Private sauna. Gruene Hall 20 min away. Blue Heron's Nest was made for bachelorette weekends.

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🎄NOV–DEC

Holiday Season

New Braunfels

Christkindl Market, Christmas on the Square, Gruene Hall holiday shows. NB does Christmas the German way.

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🌊MARCH

Spring Break

NB & San Marcos

Skip the beach crowds. The Comal and Guadalupe are crystal clear in March and the Hill Country vibes are unmatched.

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👨‍👩‍👧‍👦YEAR-ROUND

Family Reunion

NB & San Marcos

Blue Heron's Nest sleeps 14. Riverbend Hideaway sleeps 12. Book one or both for the full Hill Country family reunion.

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🎆DEC 31

New Year's Eve

NB & San Marcos

Gruene Hall NYE, waterfront sauna at midnight, or a quiet Hill Country countdown. Book early — NYE goes fast.

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🎡SEPT

Comal County Fair

New Braunfels

One of the longest-running county fairs in Texas — livestock, carnival, live music, and great family energy all week.

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🏈OCT

Texas State Homecoming

San Marcos

Alumni weekend in San Marcos fills up fast. Riverbend Hideaway sleeps 12 — close to campus, close to the river.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about booking direct.

How do I book directly?

Visit cohostr.com, select your property and dates, and book through our direct booking platform — no OTA required.

Is it safe to book direct?

Absolutely. We use a secure, professional property management system. Your payment is protected and your booking is confirmed instantly.

How much do I save vs. Airbnb?

Typically 10–15% — Airbnb charges guests a service fee of 6–12% on top of the nightly rate. Booking direct skips that entirely.

Can I contact the host directly?

Yes — that's one of the best parts of booking direct. You'll have direct contact info from the moment you book.