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2 bedrooms, Internet, bed sheets, wheelchair access - Riverfront Martindale House w/ 2 Covered Decks (Martindale)
San Marcos River views and forest surroundings envelop this 2-bedroom retreat in Martindale. Unwind on the expansive deck with outdoor lighting, or spend a lazy day tubing down the river before returning to enjoy a movie night on the flat-screen TV.

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Riverfront Martindale House w/ 2 Covered Decks

Sitting steps away from the San Marcos River is this 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom vacation rental home in Martindale! Just 7 miles from San Marcos, this home away from home features a comfy living space and an extensive deck with outdoor lighting. After you settle in, spend a hot day cooling off tubing on the river, or choose fun-filled land adventures in historic downtown San Marcos. Take a trip to funky Austin for more fun before returning to this retreat to enjoy a movie night on the flat-screen TV.

-- THE PROPERTY --

7 Mi to San Marcos | Wooded Location | Free WiFi

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed

INDOOR LIVING: Flat-screen TV, en-suite bathrooms, book collection, in-unit laundry machines
OUTDOOR LIVING: Forest views, outdoor seating, garden
KITCHEN: Dishwasher, fridge, stove/oven, microwave, coffee maker, dining table, breakfast bar, toaster, cooking basics, dishware & flatware
GENERAL: Ceiling fans, central air conditioning, central heating, linens, towels, trash bags, paper towels
FAQ: Step-free access, wheelchair accessible, homeowner on-site
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles), RV/trailer parking allowed on-site, free street parking (first-come, first-served)

-- THE LOCATION --

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Martindale Dam (0.2 miles), Texas State University (7 miles), Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park (9 miles)
OUTDOOR FUN: San Marcos River (on-site), Spencer Canoes (0.8 miles), San Marcos Lions Club Tube Rental (7 miles), Texas Water Safari Starting Line (8 miles)
QUICK TRIPS: San Marcos (8 miles), Old Main (7 miles), Austin (36 miles)
AIRPORT: Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (36 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The homeowner lives on-site, in a separate unit with a separate entrance, and may be present during your stay
- NOTE: This property is wheelchair accessible. Both bedrooms are on the ground floor, there is a ramp for entry into the house, and wheelchairs fit through all doorways

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a first aid kit
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.

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront Martindale House w/ 2 Covered Decks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Riverfront Martindale House w/ 2 Covered Decks?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Riverfront Martindale House w/ 2 Covered Decks?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverfront Martindale House w/ 2 Covered Decks?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Riverfront Martindale House w/ 2 Covered Decks located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.2 km) from San Marcos River and within 6 miles (10 km) of Three Dudes Winery and Quail Creek Golf Club. Redwood Arena and Bobcat Ballpark are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 63 reviews

8.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meaghan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such an incredible location! Very friendly and accommodating host.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wade M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Exactly what we were looking for. Nice and quiet with an amazing area to swim and float on the river. Hosts were very kind and helpful. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing and quiet location

Sweet little house tucked into the trees and near the river. Comfortable beds, plenty of space. Peaceful and well taken care of. Just what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashlynne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful stay on the river!

The house is beautiful and more than accommodating for two sets of adults. It was nice, peaceful, and quiet. The patio was lit away, the peaceful sit outside and listen to the birds and little creatures in the morning! Overall, perfect stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy waterfront gem

Mary was an incredible host! So welcoming and communicative. The property was perfect for relaxing with family and friends. We enjoyed walks to the river, coffee in the morning on the deck, and evenings playing games inside and on the deck. Comfortable beds, plenty of comfortable seating, and well stocked kitchen for cooking meals. We couldn’t ask for a better space or host.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Blake

Quiet charmer

The house was quiet and very clean. We really enjoyed relaxing on the back deck, listening to the water. Mary Paul was very responsive. The decor was so interesting.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Teena S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Martindale

Location was great. House was clean and comfortable. Just need to make sure lawn is mowed and tree trimmed near parking area before guests arrive. River access is convenient. Owner/manager treated us well and were available to help with anything questions we had.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serene

First of all Ms Mary was incredibly sweet. The place is exactly as said. River views with a damn/spill way you could see through the trees but could hear it so well. Very cozy. Very clean. We put it back the way we found it except I forgot to trash the coffee grounds. I highly recommend this charming cottage. And I will be going back. Many thanks to Ms Mary.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Daryl E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Martindale Was Delight

Very nice house with very comfortable back deck. It's not exactly on the river. I would say it was more of a river view, and with that said it's a very small view of the river below. The river is 50 to 75 yards away and you are looking through woods to see the water. You can hear water flowing over a short dam upstream from the house. There are few wonderful small businesses within walking distance of the house. A nice coffee shop that serves breakfast and a Bar & Grill a few doors down the sidewalk. The food at the Bar & Grill was very good. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Eileen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet country house on the San Marcos River

What we liked: -quiet and away from the city -green location, lots of trees, and right on the river -the "pebble beach" on the river -privacy -history and nature for teenagers to explore -close driving distance to San Marcos if needed/wanted -house full of interesting books -lively friendly hostess -big beds -washer and dryer -back porch (listening to the river and bird watching) -2 bathrooms -tidy house, bathrooms, towels and linens -antique and vintage furniture in the house gave the house character What could have been better: -we like to cook, and the kitchen supplies/cookware/serving-ware could use an inventory and update -the insides of the kitchen drawers and cabinets could use a deep cleaning -the kitchen needs some bug baits -back porch furniture needs an update Over-all a good experience - we would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet home in an adorable town

A sweet older home with great family heirlooms that give it character. In the winter, you can see the river that is close behind the home. Nice large comfortable beds and fluffy towels The Google maps takes you to the wrong location. Manager notified me after check in. Hot water lasts only 2 minutes for a single shower. I let the manager know, but the problems was not resolved by my last and second night. Cleaning fee is high. But all and all, a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Cristi C.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location

Pros and Cons

The location was quiet and had river access. The town was cute and had a nice park with great river access for $10.50 parking fee. The beds in the house were large and comfortable, plus there was a nice air mattress in the closet. The house has lots of windows and a nice covered back porch/deck. However the surrounding property was very cluttered and had minimal available parking. The house itself had a lot of unnecessary furniture, was not very clean, and did not have smoke/carbon monoxide detectors. There was a lot of stuff in the kitchen, but not necessarily what you might need to prepare a full meal. With some work and decluttering, this would be a much nicer property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the accommodations and the iver setting. Great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

C B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location with a great restaurant in walking distance. Perfect sized house for four adults.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

borumas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice house with a country cottage feel to it, loved the back deck. The river area was very nice as well and caught a few fish.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

River was beautiful!!

Nice home on beautiful river access!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy stay in Martindale

Beautiful and tranquil views in the back, nice patio to eat or just watch the birds. Location was great to explore the area, centrally located and easy access to freeways.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Owners extremely nice
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dirk S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great country getaway.

Cute house right by the river. Very comfortable. Owners are very nice. High recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chandler P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place to slow down

The proximity to the river was the main reason for choosing this property and it did not disappoint! Great tiny town and friendly small town community
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

Loved our stay at this cute little getaway home!! It was perfect from start to finish!!❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace and Relaxation

We enjoyed the peace and quiet at this location. Every evening & morning during our stay we would relax on the back porch while listening to the sound of the river and birds. We can't wait to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Step back in time

Beautiful place owned by great people We loved it and had a great time San Marcos is 15 minutes away Very interesting place Loved our stay
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Recharge weekend

Blown away by the hospitality and cuteness of this property. Just a minute walk to wonderful food, live music, and access to the San Marcos River. We had a wonderful time here, and most certainly will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

4 nights

Nice
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024