Title: Private River Oasis Pool, Hot Tub & Family Fun Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Private River Oasis Pool, Hot Tub & Family Fun Family-friendly holiday home with water park and fitness centre ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108930000/108925600/108925590/a02e97b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108930000/108925600/108925590/2419f963.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108930000/108925600/108925590/7641e23a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108930000/108925600/108925590/f11b76d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108930000/108925600/108925590/62a3c3be.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled on the beautiful San Marcos River, Cottonseed offers a serene retreat in a rural community. With .65 acres of nature, unwind by the pool/hot tub or explore your surroundings. Two casitas and a main house provide ample space for you and your guests to relax. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 192514 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - Gym - Air conditioning - Parking available - Dryer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Private River Oasis Pool, Hot Tub & Family Fun Welcome to Cottonseed, a riverside retreat on the spring-fed San Marcos River. Nestled on .65 acres, this property offers a main house, two casitas, pool, hot tub, playground, and trampoline — perfect for family gatherings, retreats, and celebrations with space for up to 22 guests (26 w/air mattress). Enjoy peaceful surroundings and starry nights, then head just 10 minutes into San Marcos for vibrant dining, music, and shopping. At Cottonseed, you’ll experience both tranquility and convenience. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 4 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 5 steps to reach entrance - 6 accessible parking spaces - Area rugs in public areas - Cobblestone flooring in public areas - No lift (single-level property) - Single level property - Tile flooring in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible pool - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Bicycles - Gym - Water park - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rafting nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### 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 - Bicycle parking - Bicycles - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Recycling - Unit size: 2,514 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91200000/91191000/91190969/b709f6ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### San Marcos Riverfront/Sleeps 18/2 acres Martindale - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 8.6 Excellent 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-06&selected=91190969&PinnedHotelID=91190969&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106270000/106263100/106263025/dd9b6a4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### San Marcos 5BR Retreat • Pool • Near TXST & River San Marcos - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.0 Wonderful 12 reviews £591 includes taxes & fees 7 Dec - 8 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08&selected=106263025&PinnedHotelID=106263025&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48570000/48569400/48569352/6930a631.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Riverfront Tubing Property on 7 acres! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C29.85137%2C-97.86705&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=6dPg46R8aQCSdq5_klfXxtqbSuc=) Martindale, TX #### What's nearby - San Marcos River - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles - Rio Vista Park - 8 min drive - 5.8 miles - Texas State University - 9 min drive - 6.1 miles - San Marcos Premium Outlets - 12 min drive - 10.7 miles - University of Texas at Austin - 36 min drive - 39.0 miles #### Getting around - San Marcos Station - 23 min drive - Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 52 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬10 min drive - ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬12 min drive - ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬12 min drive - ‪P. Terry's Burger Stand - ‬12 min drive - ‪First Watch - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Private River Oasis Pool, Hot Tub & Family Fun have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Private River Oasis Pool, Hot Tub & Family Fun pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total). ### How much is parking at Private River Oasis Pool, Hot Tub & Family Fun? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Private River Oasis Pool, Hot Tub & Family Fun? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Private River Oasis Pool, Hot Tub & Family Fun? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Private River Oasis Pool, Hot Tub & Family Fun located? > This family-friendly Martindale holiday home is located on the waterfront, steps from San Marcos River and within 6 mi (10 km) of Redwood Arena and Quail Creek Golf Club. San Marcos Discovery Center and Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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