Escape to a serene retreat on the San Marcos River, where families and friends can gather in comfort. Our home features brand new bedding, linens, kitchen appliances and furniture with bathroom remodels completed December 2020! Enjoy private river access from our deck with ample outdoor seating or relax by the fire pit.
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Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 142100 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Best Spot on the San Marcos River!
Our home is one of the few on the San Marcos River! Minutes from San Marcos city center and nestled on the heart of the San Marcos River. Our home is perfect for families or trips to get away from the city. Host your family get together or spend time with friends, our home is the perfect gathering spot.
In addition to the stunning views and river access, the home has brand new bedding, linens, kitchen appliances and furniture. Bathroom remodels completed December 2020!
We welcome families and small children. We have 2 pack-n-plays, 2 high chairs, baby bouncy seat and a toddler mattress (on the floor) for use. We typically have a handful of various life jacket sizes for guest use. In addition to the 4 bedrooms, there is a loft for additional sleeping space (queen bed) and air mattress (living room). We have a great deck out back with ample outdoor seating to relax and enjoy the river view. Our home is on the river and you have private access to river with easy access stairs. Put your chairs in the water and enjoy the sandy shore in the river in front of our property.
Please check in with Texas State Tubes for COVID changes. You can rent tubes or pay for a ride up the river a quick walk from the house at Texas State Tubes (Closed Oct 1-March). They will take you up the river and you can float right to the home! Also nearby: San Marcos Square, Wimberley, TX, festivals and live music! Also a quick 30-40 minute uber ride into downtown Austin.
You will have access to the entire home! We also have a gas grill, fire pit and back yard games for use while on the property.
We're available 24/7 via text, phone, or AirBNB messaging, but provide our guests with privacy during their stay.
We're right on the San Marcos River just a short walk (4 houses) from Texas State Tubes! No driving necessary, just float your way home.
Home has an outdoor surveillance camera that over looks the driveway. No additional cameras on the property.
Home is also in the country. You may see wildlife while on the property. Home is sprayed every 3-4 weeks. Wildlife includes but not limited too: hogs, snakes, spiders, scorpions, bees.
San Marcos is conveniently located between Austin, Texas and San Antonio, Texas for those flying in. Both airports are a quick drive to the home.
This is a very rare spot on the river! Guests can park their chairs on a sandy shoal in the middle of the river without having to worry about the current.
We cannot split weekends March-September. All weekend bookings must be both Friday and Saturday nights.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Outdoor shower
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Games
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Yard
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
On the waterfront
Things to do
Kayak
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Unit size: 2,100 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Guest must sign rental agreement prior to stay. Security deposit required of $500. Swim at your own risk.
Pets allowed with prior approval. Pet fee is $100 per dog.
NO smoking. NO bachelor parties allowed. $100 bodily fluid clean up + cost of damaged items.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: ALLOWED
Events
Events allowed
Must inquire prior to booking
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: must inquire prior to booking
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Martindale, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Commemorative Air Force Exhibit and Charles S. Cock House Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include San Marcos Discovery Center and Meadows Center for Water and the Environment. Travelling with kids? Consider Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park and Young County Arena. Visit our Martindale travel guide
Is Best Spot on the San Marcos River! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Best Spot on the San Marcos River!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Best Spot on the San Marcos River!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Best Spot on the San Marcos River!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Best Spot on the San Marcos River! located?
This family-friendly Martindale holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of San Marcos River and Three Dudes Winery. San Marcos Discovery Center and Meadows Center for Water and the Environment are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Best Spot on the San Marcos River! Reviews
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The listing / house was fantastic.. Communications was first class. The patio facing the river was excellent lots of space plenty of seating for our group. Highly recommend
Such a perfect section of the river! Awesome outdoor deck. House is very nicely updated. Had high chairs and pack’n’plays which made it very convenient and nice not to have to bring our own.
Perfect house on the river! Everything about our stay was perfect from the communication to the location. The house was clean and perfect for our function. Would definitely stay here again.
We had a great time and the location was amazing! Close to everything, tubing, Gruene town, etc. the house was comfortable and the deck was nice to hangout and relax. We had a great experience!
This property is great for gatherings. We had family and friends over after our daughter received her ring at Texas State. The location was perfect for that. The large trees provided great shade and the kids enjoyed playing in the river with the tubes provided at the house. If you like hanging outdoors the deck is impressive and spans the entire back of the house with plenty of space for everyone!
Mike R.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Juan A.
31 May 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
It was ok. Not so clean . House need of repairs
It was ok. Not as clean as expected. Needed repairs. Games were old not playable. Back patio wood. Some nails out wood root etc.
Juan A.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Heather J.
18 Sept 2018
Great river front house, no accessories needed
We had five couples enjoying this spacious home for Labor Day weekend. The house was perfect. The location could not have been better. Just a short walk to Texas State Tubes to grab the shuttle to float. When done, you can hop off at the house. There was lifesize connect four, bag toss, floats, kayaks, a grill, Keurig, pump to air up items; we really didn't need to bring much. The deck is amazing and we very much enjoyed watching everyone coming in from the river. The beds were all very comfortable. The house stayed cool. We all went on and on about how perfect it really was. We can't wait to come back!!
We enjoyed our visit to this great home on the river in Martindale. Hosts were communicative and the home was updated, comfortable and well stocked. Really pretty spot on the river - good fishing - we caught several nice bass. Our dog loved the yard and wading in the river. The deck is huge and nice. Would definitely come back.
Everything was absolutely wonderful! Even before our arrival, our wonderful host was quick to respond to all of our questions. Once we arrived, easy check in. The place was clean and very roomy for our family 10 adults and 4 children. The kitchen had everything we could need. Location was perfect!! Absolutely loved just walking down the back yard and jumping in the river for some relaxation with the family. Can't wait to return!
Great house and it’s the perfect spot on the water. Young kids stay entertained too with the fun activity area in the backyard. Owners were great during the entire booking process.
We will never rent another river property in Hays County besides this one. I cant say enough great things. Not a single complaint. perfect for families, kids, adults only, fits any need.
The house and location are amazing. There’s plenty of rooms for sleep, but what makes this home special is the deck and ease of access to the river. The patio is spacious and beautiful with the lights and trees and our twins especially loved the outdoor games. My family made memories to last a life time and we are looking forward to booking again! It’s worth every dollar!
Absolutely incredible property! Great place to lounge around and catch up with long time SWT friends and that is exactly what we did.
Everyone was complimentary of the amenities, especially the deck and the wonderful view of the river. Close enough to San Marcos for quick access, but far enough to escape the noise and crowds. We are definitely planninng to re-book for 2020!
Michael
Our family had a wonderful stay. The house had "everything" you could possibly need for this type of trip. It is the perfect location on the river, 1 minute walk to the tube rental, tube and kayaks in garage. The firepit area was great for sitting and visiting. It has outside games, indoor games, literally everything you need. Plenty of room for 12 adults. The only thing you should plan for are flys - once we figured out how to corral them - we were good. We would definitely stay again. Hayleigh was quick to respond to any questions we had. Also, PLENTY of parking in the driveway.