About
Conveniently nestled on 7 private acres in the heart of the Texas Hill Country just minutes from Historic Gruene Hall. Built to provide creative women with an inspiring sanctuary to craft, connect, and recharge.
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.
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.
Explore Historic New Braunfels & Gruene Hall
A serene countryside retreat with world-class Texas Hill Country culture right down the road.
Historic Gruene Hall
Only minutes away from Texas’ oldest dance hall, live music, riverside dining at the Gristmill, and charming antique boutiques.
Hill Country Quilt Trail
Surrounded by top fabric shops and quilt destinations along Highway 46, Interstate 35, and neighboring historic towns like Wimberley and Boerne.
Comal & Guadalupe Rivers
Enjoy peaceful morning walks along riverfront parks, scenic limestone bluffs, and crystal-clear spring-fed waters in New Braunfels.
Hill Country Dining & Bakeries
Famous German bakeries, authentic Hill Country barbecue, artisan wineries, and farm-to-table eateries for group dinners.
Loved by Groups Across Texas & Beyond
Read what retreat coordinators and craft guild leaders say about their retreats at Mountain Laurel.
"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!"
"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!"
"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."
"Secluded, peaceful, and so close to Gruene Hall. We watched deer from the back porch every morning before our writing sessions. Pure recharging."
Plan Your Group’s Unforgettable Getaway
Reach out to Debby directly to discuss your group, ask questions, or verify retreat availability.
