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  • View of Gazebo from the Evening Primrose Cottage.
    Evening Primrose's Porch
    Evening Primrose's Living Room
    Mountain Laurel's Bedroom
    The Persimmon Cottage.
    The Verbena Cottage.
    Bluebonnets in Spring at Firefly Inn
    The Verbena Suite
    Beautiful Hill Country Views from main porch
    Tiger Swallowtail
    • Address 120 Naked Indian Trail
      New Braunfels, TX 78132-1865
      USA
    • Phone+1-830-905-3989
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    Perched on the side of a hill and nestled among four Hill country acres,the Firefly Inn not only commands breathtaking views but allows the visitor to leave the world at her doorstep. No two are alike and all are furnished with an extraordinary variety of antiques and furniture.

    Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 17 Reviews

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    4.8 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  5
    • Services  5
    • Value  5
    • Cleanliness  5
    • Dining  5

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    5 out of 5
     

    Just like home

    January 31, 2013

    Loved the owners....they make you feel at home. The food, service, and scenery were wonderful. Loved having a dessert with breakfast! A beautiful place....made me want to own a bed and breakfast!

    4.4 out of 5
     

    WOW!

    July 04, 2010

    I found The Firefly Inn to be cozy and comfortable. A sweet cottage like feel in a country setting, quiet and secluded. Breakfasts were a real treat for the senses. Jack and Kathy made my stay feel like coming home. Another plus - a free upgrade! If I could only say one thing about The Firefly Inn Bead & Breakfast it would be: WOW!

    5 out of 5
     

    Amazing Experience!

    June 14, 2010

    We stayed in the Persimmon Suite.....it was perfect! Plenty of room, the beds were super-comfortable, and the linens were high-quality, and super-soft. There were 3 of us staying, and we each had a spa robe provided. They even provided us with charcoal for the grill! The breakfast was absolutely amazing. An example: Greek quiche, baked pork chop, roasted new potatoes, watermelon, blueberry cheesecake, orange juice. The owners (Bob and Kathy) are some of the nicest, most down-to-earth people I have ever met! They gave us a map of the area, told us some of their favorite places to visit, and said to call if we got lost or had any questions. It is close to lots of attractions....the Guadalupe River for toobing, Gruene, TX for shopping, dining, Canyon Lake for dining, etc. I highly recommend the Firefly Inn! Can't wait to go back! Amber Westbrook

    5 out of 5
     

    Best Stay Ever

    June 01, 2010

    The Breakfast was amazing. It's location is very quaint,beautiful scenery. The Inn Keepers are very nice and accommodating. The beds are very comfortable. It is very clean. This was the best Bed and Breakfast that we have ever stayed in. Will come back. You will be very happy with your choice. It also was very reasonable in price.

    Location

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeeper(s)

    Jack & Kathy Tipton

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

    Resident Pets

    3 Cats , 1 Dog

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  • Rooms & Rates

    • Nightly Rate $135 - $175

    Mountain Laurel

    "Elegant Country", the theme of this pine beaded-board cathedral ceiling cottage with loft. Spacious. Kitchen complete with refrigerator, oven, microwave & coffee maker. Private bath. TV. Private deck. Accommodates max. of 5.

    • Maximum Capacity: 5
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 2 Queen, 1 Twin
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    Evening Primrose

    A "Country Victorian" spacious honeymoon cottage with covered porch & porch swing. Private bath with large oval jacuzzi tub. Kitchen with refrigerator, oven, and coffee maker. TV. Accommodates 2 persons.

    • Maximum Capacity: 2
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 Queen
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    Persimmon

    A delightful upstairs "Country Victorian" honeymoon cottage with cathedral ceiling gives a feeling of wealth. It has highly contrasted colors, is rich in floral, Waverly fabric-covered sofa. TV. Private bath with single jacuzzi tub. Accommodates up to 5.

    • Maximum Capacity: 4
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 2 Queen
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    Verbena

    An "Early Texasquot; cottage with hand-built table reminiscent of a by-gone era. Alton created the entrance by turning landscape timbers on a wood-turners lathe. Kitchen has refrigerator, oven, microwave. Private bath. TV.

    • Maximum Capacity: 3
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 Queen, 1 Twin
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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check In: 3:00 pm    Check Out: Noon

    • Minimum Stay: -weekends and holidays Single night inquiries welcome-last minute availability

    • Deposit Amount Required: $50. due at time of booking.

    • Cancellations: Cancellations accepted 15 days or more prior to arrival. Each cancellation will incur a $25 fee. Guests cancelling less than 15 days before reserved dates are responsible for FULL cost of dates reserved unless room is re-rented. Change of number of persons or change of dates must be approved 15 days before arrival.

    • Open All Year Round: Yes

    General Policies

    • Smoking Allowed: Limited

    • Guest Pets Allowed: Limited

    • Drinking Allowed: Yes

    • Drinking Description: Limited

    • Drinks Available: No

    • Children Allowed: Children limited, but welcome.

    • Suitable For Children: Limited

    • Childcare Provided: No

    Discount Type

    • Look for specials

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  • Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 17 Reviews

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    4.8 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  5
    • Services  5
    • Value  5
    • Cleanliness  5
    • Dining  5

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    5 out of 5
     

    Just like home

    January 31, 2013

    Loved the owners....they make you feel at home. The food, service, and scenery were wonderful. Loved having a dessert with breakfast! A beautiful place....made me want to own a bed and breakfast!

    4.4 out of 5
     

    WOW!

    July 04, 2010

    I found The Firefly Inn to be cozy and comfortable. A sweet cottage like feel in a country setting, quiet and secluded. Breakfasts were a real treat for the senses. Jack and Kathy made my stay feel like coming home. Another plus - a free upgrade! If I could only say one thing about The Firefly Inn Bead & Breakfast it would be: WOW!

    5 out of 5
     

    Amazing Experience!

    June 14, 2010

    We stayed in the Persimmon Suite.....it was perfect! Plenty of room, the beds were super-comfortable, and the linens were high-quality, and super-soft. There were 3 of us staying, and we each had a spa robe provided. They even provided us with charcoal for the grill! The breakfast was absolutely amazing. An example: Greek quiche, baked pork chop, roasted new potatoes, watermelon, blueberry cheesecake, orange juice. The owners (Bob and Kathy) are some of the nicest, most down-to-earth people I have ever met! They gave us a map of the area, told us some of their favorite places to visit, and said to call if we got lost or had any questions. It is close to lots of attractions....the Guadalupe River for toobing, Gruene, TX for shopping, dining, Canyon Lake for dining, etc. I highly recommend the Firefly Inn! Can't wait to go back! Amber Westbrook

    5 out of 5
     

    Best Stay Ever

    June 01, 2010

    The Breakfast was amazing. It's location is very quaint,beautiful scenery. The Inn Keepers are very nice and accommodating. The beds are very comfortable. It is very clean. This was the best Bed and Breakfast that we have ever stayed in. Will come back. You will be very happy with your choice. It also was very reasonable in price.

    4.6 out of 5
     

    Charming Retreat with Knock-Your-Socks-Off Cuisine

    May 27, 2009

    I've been disappointed before by inns and hotels, so I didn't want to set high expectations for this trip (our honeymoon). When we reached the Firefly Inn I still had my doubts because it seemed a bit close to the highway. I wondered how we could experience nature and relaxation so close to a major road. Within half an hour I was SOLD! Jack & Kathy's attention to detail is what makes this B&B a fantastic find: fresh flowers, plush towels, bath oils, spa robes and slippers, luxurious mattress and linens, and soothing decor. The best part was the private porch (available with the Evening Primrose Suite, but the main house also has a porch for all guests to enjoy). We relaxed on the porch swing while listening to the trickle of water below and watching hummingbirds, doves, finches, and squirrels visits various feeders on the property. We also ate our breakfast on the porch every morning. A plate of pecan brownies greeted us upon arrival, and it was just the beginning of a weekend full of some of the best food I've ever eaten. As we thumbed through the guest book we kept reading rave reviews of Kathy's breakfasts, and we thought, "There's no way the food is going to live up to the hype." As a former restaurant manager, I can state with some authority that one will not find a better meal at a five-star establishment. It is important to note that Jack & Kathy were such pleasant hosts. They were very attentive to our needs but respected our privacy and were not intrusive. They are totally the kind of folks you could sit and talk to on the porch, but know when to just let you be. The Firefly Inn is centrally located, and we made trips to nearby Gruene & Wimberly to check out restaurants and shopping. Our favorite excursion, however, was Natural Bridge Caverns, which was also a short drive from the Inn. We plan to make many return trips to the area, and we will definitely make the Firefly Inn our "home away from home" when we do!

    4.0 out of 5
     

    "Birthday celebration get-away!"

    May 09, 2009

    This was a great place to get-away and celebrated my friend's 57th birthday! This was her first time to stay at a bed and breakfast. We were very pleased with the hospitality and service. The breakfast was delicious!!!!!

    5 out of 5
     

    Amazing Stay!!!

    November 18, 2008

    I surprised my husband for his birthday with a weekend stay at the Firefly B&B. We both loved every second of our stay! The food, service, and room were all incredible. Thank you so much!!

    5 out of 5
     

    What a great place!

    June 19, 2008

    We have never gone to a Bed and Breakfast before but we were so pleasantly surprised! When we arrived we were amazed at the location and the scenery! You go up a hill and see this beautiful white house that just looks so cozy on the outside. We were greeted by Kathy and Jack who could have been the nicest people we ever met! The house smelled of something wonderful baking and it was for our breakfast the next morning. When we walked to the Verbena Suite we were in shock of how clean and how cute it was all decorated with all the small details such as the fresh flowers on the table, the fresh flowers that were hanging up above the bed and all the amenities it had! I could go on and on but this is a place that you would feel at home and the BREAKFAST was the best I have ever had and I have had many good cooks in my life time! All I can say is WOW and thank you so much Jack and Kathy for making us feel at home and making our vacation the best ever! Melissa and Jason

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  • Location

    Overview Points of Interest Restaurants

    Location Type

    • Guadalupe River

    • New Braunfels & Gruene

    • New Braunfels area at beautiful Canyon Lake

    • Resort area

    • Countryside

    City - San Antonio

    • Distance to city: 20 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From New Braunfels, exit #191 off I-35, turn on Hwy 306, go 11.8 miles, cross the Guadalupe River, turn left on FM 2673, go 6.3 miles. Turn left on Naked Indian Trail, turn right into driveway.

    Airport

    • San Antonio, TX (SAT) 25 miles

    Area Attractions

    • Amusement Park

    • Antique Shopping

    • Aquarium

    • Beach

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • Nature area

    • Canyon Lake Sports

    • Guadalupe River Rafting / Tubing

    • San Antonio Riverwalk

    • Schlitterbahn Water Park

    • Six Flags Fiesta Texas

    • Landa Park

    • Outlet Stores

    • Picnic area

    • River

    • Winery

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Kayaking

    • Porch swings

    • Outdoor Jacuzzi hot tub

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming

    • Tennis courts

    • Water sports

    • Whitewater Rafting

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     Nearby States

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  • Amenities

    Type:

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    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Guest Cottage

    Property highlights

    • Casual hill country luxury

    • Privacy

    • Small intimate weddings

    • Antiques/decor

    • Excellent views

    • Family Travel

    • Honeymoons

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    On-site

    • BBQ grill

    • Telephone

    • Wedding Facilities

    Guest room(s)

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • Ceiling fans

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • Fridge

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Ironing Board

    • Microwave

    • Private entrance

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Wi-Fi

    Other

    • Casual hill country luxury

    • Full kitchens

    • Landscaped scenic grounds

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  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 8:30 AM

    • Serving Location: Room Service "breakfast on a tray" to your door,Guest room

    Special meal options

    • Vegetarian

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