1. GRUENE, TEXAS Mackenzie Tatum

2. ACCOMMODATIONS GRUENE MANSION INN A premier Bed and Breakfast, with 30 rooms. Formerly H.D. Gruene's home, carriage house, corn crib, and barns. Rustic Victorian elegance and a delightful breakfast.

3. GRUENE HALL Built in 1878, Gruene Hall is the oldest continually running dance hall in Texas, and the Central Texas birthplace to many great songwriters and musicians.

4. FLOATING THE RIVER Scenic whitewater raft, tube and inflatable canoe trips on the Guadalupe and Comal Rivers. Early in the morning, late in the afternoon or all day. Experienced, independent guides available at high-water or upon request. Float essentials, river gear and souvenirs. A full service outfitter. Family owned, operated & oriented since 1987.

5. GRISTMILL Enjoy the open air while still getting the feeling of being "indoors" -- when the weather's nice, we open up the windowed walls. When it's getting cooler, stay cozy next to a fire in one of our three rustic limestone fireplaces.

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