Texas Hill Country Haven
A Quilting & Craft Retreat in New Braunfels, Texas Hill Country
The Mountain Laurel Retreat Was Designed With Creative Women in Mind
We are conveniently located on 7 private acres in the Texas Hill Country minutes from Historic Gruene Hall in New Braunfels, Texas. Our retreat provides a secure, private space to socialize with friends and to pursue creative passions.
Why Retreat Guests Love MLR
Enjoy our quiet and secluded getaway and recharge with friendship and craft.
Where every stay is flawless
Explore your creative passion and relax your body, mind and soul.
Hill Country Crafting Amenities & Studio Features
The Mountain Laurel Retreat sleeps up to twelve guests and is ideal for your next retreat. Designed for quilters, but equally accommodating for scrapbookers, knitters, weavers, writers, small leadership groups, or getaways with friends… whatever your group is passionate about.
The MLR Design Studio has nearly 1,000 square feet with daylight task lighting and specialized crafting amenities. Call Debby and make your reservation today to enjoy peaceful Texas Hill Country views guaranteed to inspire your creativity.
Our Design Studio
Our design studio and design walls will elevate your style and creativity
Pursue Your Passion
Every guest gets their own 6-foot table, rolling chair and outlets at their station. The studio also has 3 ironing stations with irons, a cutting station with 3 cutting mats, and 15 4' x 8' flannel design walls, all under natural daylight and task lighting.
Accommodations & Great Room
Spacious, stylish, and designed for comfort – great rooms that feel like home.
A Great Room That Feels Like Home
Featuring a fully equipped kitchen, massive granite prep island, commercial ice machine, and cozy vaulted living room seating where your group can laugh, share meals, and unwind together after a productive day in the studio.
"The studio lighting and design walls made our annual quilting guild weekend effortless. We never had to worry about blown fuses or table crowding. Debby attended to every detail!"
Brenda M.
San Antonio Quilters Circle
Questions? Call Debby at 830-730-5066
We love to talk one-on-one with our retreat customers so we can understand their group so they will have the best retreat possible.
If you prefer to first ask questions by email that is fine too. Just send Debby an email with any questions you have to debby@mountainlaurelretreat.com.
MLR Home
The Mountain Laurel Retreat is located at 7490 Wegner Road, New Braunfels, Texas 78132
Frequently Asked Questions
Find quick answers regarding group deposits, arrival and departure schedules, design studio equipment, and retreat policies.
What deposit is required to hold retreat dates?
A deposit equal to one person's stay is required to secure your group’s reserved dates on our official calendar. While deposit refunds are not given, it is possible to receive a credit to be used in the future when notice is given at least 30 days prior to your retreat start date. Deposits are equal to one person’s stay.
What are the check-in and checkout arrival/departure rules?
Retreat check-in is at noon and check-out is at 3:00 PM for maximum crafting time.
What amenities and equipment are provided in the 1,000 sq ft MLR Design Studio?
The studio is nearly 1,000 sq ft with natural daylight and task lighting. Each guest gets their own 6-foot table, a rolling chair and outlets at their station. There are 3 ironing stations with irons, a cutting station with 3 cutting mats, and 15 4' x 8' flannel design walls.
What are the sleeping accommodations and bed arrangements?
Check-in is at 12:00 noon and check-out is at 3:00 pm on your last day.
What is the retreat deposit and cancellation policy?
A deposit is required to secure your group’s reserved dates on our official calendar. While deposit refunds are not given, it is possible to receive a credit to be used in the future when notice is given at least 30 days prior to your retreat start date. Deposits are equal to one person’s stay.
Is our group stay private or shared with other guests?
Bed linens, pillows, quilts and towels are provided, along with fast Wi-Fi. Just bring your sewing machine, project supplies and personal items.
Is the retreat only for quilters?
Quilters are our heart, but we also host scrapbookers, knitters and weavers, writers, leadership groups, and friends and family getaways.
Are there quilt shops nearby?
Yes. There are quilt and fabric shops in New Braunfels and nearby Wimberley, which makes for a fun shopping trip during your stay.
Are pets allowed?
Sorry, no pets.
A Quilting & Craft Retreat in New Braunfels, Texas Hill Country
The Mountain Laurel Retreat Was Designed With Creative Women in Mind
We are conveniently located on 7 private acres in the Texas Hill Country minutes from Historic Gruene Hall in New Braunfels, Texas. Our retreat provides a secure, private space to socialize with friends and to pursue creative passions.
A private sanctuary built specifically for makers and close-knit groups
Vaulted Great Room & Island
Full culinary kitchen for shared group feasts
1,000 Sq Ft Crafting Haven
Individual 6-foot worktables & daylight lighting
Enjoy our quiet and secluded getaway and recharge with friendship and craft.
Where every stay is flawless
Explore your creative passion and relax your body, mind and soul.
Hill Country Crafting Amenities & Studio Features
Group Lodging for Texas Quilting Guilds & Scrapbookers
Designed for Quilters, Crafters & Creative Gatherings
The Mountain Laurel Retreat sleeps up to twelve guests and is ideal for your next retreat. Designed for quilters, but equally accommodating for scrapbookers, knitters, weavers, writers, small leadership groups, or getaways with friends… whatever your group is passionate about.
The MLR Design Studio has nearly 1,000 square feet with daylight task lighting and specialized crafting amenities. Call Debby and make your reservation today to enjoy peaceful Texas Hill Country views guaranteed to inspire your creativity.
Thoughtfully Appointed Amenities
From sunrise coffee on the scenic patio to late-night studio sessions, every corner is planned around comfort, flow, and friendship.
1,000 Sq Ft Studio
The MLR Design Studio has nearly 1,000 square feet with excellent daylight, task lighting, multiple power outlets, and expansive design walls.
Kitchen & Island
Spacious open-concept layout with commercial appliances, cookware, and a massive granite island ideal for gathering and meal prep.
Comfortable Rooms for Up to 12
Accommodates up to 12 guests with plush memory foam toppers, fresh linens, nightstands and nearby pristine bathrooms.
Scenic Porch & Wildlife
Relax on the covered back patio overlooking 7 private acres of cedar trees, white-tailed deer, songbirds, and panoramic Texas sunsets.
Our Design Studio
Our design studio and design walls will elevate your style and creativity
Pursue Your Passion
Every guest gets their own 6-foot table, rolling chair and outlets at their station. The studio also has 3 ironing stations with irons, a cutting station with 3 cutting mats, and 15 4' x 8' flannel design walls, all under natural daylight and task lighting.
- check_circle Nearly 1,000 sq ft dedicated creative floorplan
- check_circle Daylight LED overhead lighting & natural light from windows on three sides.
- check_circle Ample electrical outlets at each station.
- check_circle Expansive flannel design walls and ergonomic rolling chairs
Accommodations & Great Room
Spacious, stylish, and designed for comfort – great rooms that feel like home.
Featuring a fully equipped kitchen, massive granite prep island, commercial ice machine, and cozy vaulted living room seating where your group can laugh, share meals, and unwind together after a productive day in the studio.
Whatever your group is passionate about.
The Mountain Laurel Retreat sleeps up to twelve guests and is ideal for your next retreat. Designed for quilters, but equally accommodating for scrapbookers, knitters, weavers, writers, small leadership groups, getaway with friends... whatever your group is passionate about.
Quilting Circles
Quilters
Expansive flannel design walls, elevated rotary cutting islands, multiple large pressing boards, and plenty of room for sewing machines.
Paper Arts
Scrapbookers & Crafters
Generous horizontal table real estate for paper sorters, die-cutting machines, adhesive stations, and album layouts.
Fiber Guilds
Knitters & Weavers
Abundant comfortable armchairs, natural ambient sunlight, quiet circle lounges, and space for rigid heddle looms and spinning wheels.
Mindful Groups
Writers & Leadership
Unplugged tranquility on 7 private acres. Fast Wi-Fi for research, quiet writing nooks, and a massive kitchen island for group reflections.
Ready to Check Dates?
Reserve the entire 7-acre private estate and 1,000 sq ft studio exclusively for your group. Accommodates up to 12 guests.
Questions? Call Debby at 830-730-5066
We love to talk one-on-one with our retreat customers so we can understand their group so they will have the best retreat possible.
If you prefer to first ask questions by email that is fine too. Just send Debby an email with any questions you have to debby@mountainlaurelretreat.com.
Loved by Quilting Circles & Craft Guilds Across Texas
"The studio lighting and design walls made our annual quilting guild weekend effortless. We never had to worry about blown fuses or table crowding. Debby attended to every detail!"
Brenda M.
San Antonio Quilters Circle
"Cozy beds where no one has to sleep on a bunk or a pull-out couch! The kitchen island was our hub for meals, laughter, and Texas wine every night."
Sarah T.
Annual Friends & Scrapbook Group
"Secluded, peaceful, and so close to Gruene Hall. We watched deer from the back porch every morning before our writing sessions. Pure recharging."
Claire L.
Texas Writers Guild
Frequently Asked Questions
Find quick answers regarding group deposits, arrival and departure schedules, design studio equipment, and retreat policies.
What deposit is required to hold retreat dates?
A deposit equal to one person's stay is required to secure your group’s reserved dates on our official calendar. While deposit refunds are not given, it is possible to receive a credit to be used in the future when notice is given at least 30 days prior to your retreat start date. Deposits are equal to one person’s stay.
What are the check-in and checkout arrival/departure rules?
Retreat check-in is at noon and check-out is at 3:00 PM for maximum crafting time.
What amenities and equipment are provided in the 1,000 sq ft MLR Design Studio?
The studio is nearly 1,000 sq ft with natural daylight and task lighting. Each guest gets their own 6-foot table, a rolling chair and outlets at their station. There are 3 ironing stations with irons, a cutting station with 3 cutting mats, and 15 4' x 8' flannel design walls.
What are the sleeping accommodations and bed arrangements?
Check-in is at 12:00 noon and check-out is at 3:00 pm on your last day.
What is the retreat deposit and cancellation policy?
A deposit is required to secure your group’s reserved dates on our official calendar. While deposit refunds are not given, it is possible to receive a credit to be used in the future when notice is given at least 30 days prior to your retreat start date. Deposits are equal to one person’s stay.
Is our group stay private or shared with other guests?
Bed linens, pillows, quilts and towels are provided, along with fast Wi-Fi. Just bring your sewing machine, project supplies and personal items.
Is the retreat only for quilters?
Quilters are our heart, but we also host scrapbookers, knitters and weavers, writers, leadership groups, and friends and family getaways.
Are there quilt shops nearby?
Yes. There are quilt and fabric shops in New Braunfels and nearby Wimberley, which makes for a fun shopping trip during your stay.
Are pets allowed?
Sorry, no pets.
Ready to gather your creative circle?
Discover the warmth of Hill Country hospitality. Reach out today to confirm your weekend or weekday retreat dates.
