New Braunfels Hill Country Pool Retreat
A custom-built oasis designed to blend naturally with the landscape.
Varsity Pools & Patios, a leading New Braunfels custom pool builder, brings you this handcrafted Hill Country–inspired backyard escape. Designed with natural stone, custom landscaping, and elevated water features, this large-scale pool build blends seamlessly with the surrounding terrain and the rustic charm of the property. From the upgraded rockwork to the expansive spa and grotto, every detail was built to look original to the home while offering a true resort experience.
What We Love About This Build:
Massive Natural Rock Waterfall & Grotto:
A dramatic, oversized waterfall anchors the design, creating movement, shade, and a peaceful soundscape. The grotto tucked beneath the falls adds a carved-from-nature feel.Oversized Spa With Spillover Effect:
Wrapped in hand-selected stone, the spa provides elevated seating, beautiful views of the yard, and a flowing spillover into the main pool.Expansive Sun Shelf for Lounging:
A large shallow tanning shelf gives swimmers a comfortable place to relax, cool off, or set lounge chairs for a resort-style retreat.Multiple In-Water Seating Areas:
Built-in bench seating encourages gatherings throughout the pool, creating natural conversation zones for families and guests.Step Lighting & Evening Ambiance:
Soft LED step lighting and subtle wall illumination bring the entire backyard to life after sunset, highlighting the rockwork and enhancing nighttime safety.Seamless Hill Country Integration:
Custom landscaping, stone pathways, and thoughtfully placed boulders make the pool look like it has always been part of the land. Every transition feels natural and intentional.
Project Overview
This custom New Braunfels pool was designed to look as though it has always been part of the property. Varsity Pools & Patios created a large, freeform pool with upgraded natural rockwork, extensive step lighting, making the space ideal for both daytime relaxation and evening entertaining.
Natural stone, custom landscaping, and integrated steps tie the entire design into the surrounding terrain, blending seamlessly with the home’s rustic Hill Country aesthetic. The result is a resort-quality backyard oasis that feels original to the land while offering all the comfort and functionality of a modern outdoor living space.
