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Investment Highlights

  • ±150' Guadalupe River Frontage
  • Commercial Improvements & Utilities in Place
  • Prime River Road Recreation and lifestyle Corridor
  • 1.30 Acres on Both Sides of River Road
  • Turnkey Hospitality Business Opportunity
  • Ideal Riverfront Investment location

Executive Summary

This property presents a rare opportunity to acquire a commercially improved Guadalupe River property in one of the most established recreational corridors in Central Texas. Unlike many riverfront offerings, the property can generate immediate revenue while also providing flexibility for future redevelopment or repositioning.
The current seasonal operation demonstrates the property's commercial viability, but the true value lies in its adaptability. A buyer may elect to continue the existing concept, expand operations, or pursue a completely different vision. The combination of road frontage, river frontage, existing infrastructure, and ample parking creates opportunities that are increasingly difficult to assemble today.
Possible uses include a restaurant, full-service bar, live music venue, wedding or event venue, boutique lodging, glamping, tubing support services, vacation rental headquarters, specialty retail, or a private riverfront retreat.
Commercially positioned riverfront properties on River Road rarely become available. At the same time, continued growth in New Braunfels, Canyon Lake, Veramendi, and surrounding Hill Country communities is increasing both the resident population and visitor base, while the geography of the Guadalupe River corridor naturally limits the supply of comparable properties.
The seller is willing to discuss the business, operations, transition assistance, and, for qualified purchasers, the potential acquisition of additional nearby River Road properties to create a larger assemblage. Property is being sold as sellers family is pursuing lifestyle opportunities overseas.

Property Facts

Price $1,345,000
Sale Type Investment or Owner User
No. Lots 1
Property Type Land
Property Subtype Residential
Proposed Use
Commercial
  • Mixed Use
  • Multifamily
  • Hospitality
  • Apartment Units
  • Apartment Units - Condo
  • Bar
  • Fast Food
  • Hold For Development
  • Hold For Investment
  • Open Space
  • Planned Unit Development
  • Public Park
  • Restaurant
  • Single Family Development
  • Specialty, Festival or Entertainment
  • Theater or Concert Hall
  • Trailer or Camper Park
  • Winery or Vineyard
  • Single Family Residence
Total Lot Size 1.30 AC
No. Stories 1
Zoning ETJ - New Braunfels ETJ

1 Lot Available

Lot

Price $1,345,000
Price Per AC $1,034,615.38
Lot Size 1.30 AC

Description

Among the most distinctive commercial riverfront opportunities available along New Braunfels' iconic River Road, this approximately 1.30-acre property offers a rare combination of natural beauty, established improvements, and exceptional commercial potential. Spanning both sides of River Road, the property enjoys outstanding visibility while fronting one of the Guadalupe River's most scenic and desirable stretches. Visitors are welcomed by towering cypress and pecan trees, dramatic limestone bluffs, cool, clear Guadalupe River water flowing around a picturesque river island, gentle rapids, and a broad swimming hole that has made this section of the river a favorite destination for generations. Although located just minutes from New Braunfels and Canyon Lake, the setting feels remarkably secluded, peaceful, and immersed in the natural beauty of the Texas Hill Country. The property is currently operated as a seasonal beer and wine garden during the peak summer recreation season while serving as a private riverfront retreat throughout the remainder of the year. Existing improvements, utilities, parking, and infrastructure provide the opportunity to continue operations immediately or adapt the property to a new vision with minimal delay. Unlike many riverfront properties, this offering includes existing commercial improvements, utilities, parking, and established access, reducing both the time and capital typically required to bring a new project to market. Whether continuing the current operation or pursuing redevelopment, buyers benefit from a property already positioned for immediate use. Positioned along the heart of River Road between Canyon Lake and New Braunfels, the property benefits from excellent accessibility while remaining in the center of one of Central Texas' premier outdoor recreation destinations. Ongoing residential growth throughout New Braunfels, Veramendi, Del Webb at Veramendi, Canyon Lake, and the surrounding Hill Country continues to expand both the local customer base and tourism demand. At the same time, the limited supply of commercially viable riverfront property helps preserve the long-term desirability of locations such as this. Whether envisioned as a hospitality business, restaurant, beer or wine venue, live music destination, wedding or event venue, vacation rental headquarters, tubing support operation, boutique lodging concept, or simply held as a premier long-term investment, the property's flexibility and irreplaceable riverfront setting create opportunities that are increasingly difficult to replicate. The combination of exceptional scenery, established improvements, outstanding visibility, increasing regional demand, and year-round tourism creates a rare opportunity for an owner-operator, investor, or developer to acquire one of River Road's truly irreplaceable commercial properties.

Not walkable
10/100
Exceptionally drivable
100/100
Somewhat bikeable
20/100

Property Taxes

Property Taxes

Parcel Numbers
Multiple
  • 73-0488-0001-00
  • 50-0430-0016-00
  • 50-0430-0015-00
Land Assessment
$866,940
Improvements Assessment
$290,460
Total Assessment
$1,157,400
  • Listing ID: 41757197

  • Date on Market: 8/15/2026

  • Last Updated:

  • Address: 8400 River Rd, New Braunfels, TX 78132

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8400 River Rd - ±1.3 Acres at 8400 River Rd, New Braunfels

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