Title: Stay in the heart of San Marcos! Walking distance to the river! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6647&destination=San+Marcos%2C+Texas%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=119724449&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Stay in the heart of San Marcos! Walking distance to the river! ## Photo gallery for Stay in the heart of San Marcos! Walking distance to the river! ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Stay in the heart of San Marcos! Walking distance to the river! (San Marcos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119730000/119724500/119724449/b8086f22.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Stay in the heart of San Marcos! Walking distance to the river! (San Marcos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119730000/119724500/119724449/904eefa1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Stay in the heart of San Marcos! Walking distance to the river! (San Marcos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119730000/119724500/119724449/eff048a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Stay in the heart of San Marcos! Walking distance to the river! (San Marcos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119730000/119724500/119724449/6c20da90.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Stay in the heart of San Marcos! Walking distance to the river! (San Marcos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119730000/119724500/119724449/3ee08e9a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Close to Texas State University, Stay in the heart of San Marcos! Walking distance to the river! provides a garden, a playground and an arcade/games room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathrooms2700 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Stay in the heart of San Marcos! Walking distance to the river! Stay in the heart of San Marcos! Walk to the San Marcos River and Ivar’s River Pub, or drive 1 minute to Downtown The Square with dining, bars, coffee shops, and a farmers market on Saturday’s. Our place will help you feel at home while you're traveling in San Marcos. A short drive to San Marcos Premium Outlets, Texas State University campus, Braunfels, Austin, Wimberley and much more! Modern furnishings & fully equipped kitchen Outdoor space for relaxing Fast Wi-Fi, smart TVs, and workspace-friendly setup 2 four-person tubes (use at your own risk) Your perfect spot for river floats, local eats, and downtown fun! We welcome pets at our property only when they have been approved in advance and the required pet fee has been paid. If an unauthorized pet is discovered a you will be charged a minimum of $100 per day. This helps us ensure that the home is properly prepared, cleaned, and maintained for all guests. City of San Marcos law allows max occupancy of 10, and no parties! Permit: STR-25-38 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - 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 - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Foosball table - Table tennis - Water sports equipment ### Safety features - 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If one is discovered you will be charged a minimum of $100 per day. Primary booking guest must be 25 years or older and must be staying at the property for the duration of the reservation. Third-party bookings are not allowed. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 4 total pets ### 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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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 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 This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 Property Registration Number STR-25-38 ## About the area Rio Vista, a neighbourhood in San Marcos, is home to this holiday home. Quail Creek Golf Club and Three Dudes Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Purgatory Creek Natural Area and Blanco Shoals Natural Area. Travelling with kids? Consider San Marcos Discovery Center and Meadows Center for Water and the Environment. [Visit our San Marcos travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Marcos.dx6647) [View more Holiday homes in San Marcos](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Marcos-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6647-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=29.87897,-97.93089&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:srkuD%60cvtQ%3FQ%3FQ%3FQ%40Q%3FQ%40Q%40Q%40Q%40Q%40QBQ%40OBQBQBQBOBSDOBODQDQBODQDMFQDOFQDMFOFOFOFMFOFOHMFMHOHMHMHMHMHMHKJMHMJKJKHKJKJKJKJILKJIJKLGJKLGLIJGLILILELILGLGLENELELGNELENELCNCLENCNCLCNANCNALANCN%3FNANAL%3FN%3FNAN%40N%3FN%3FL%40N%40N%3FNBN%40N%40LBN%40NBLBNBLDNBNBLDLDNDLFNDLDLDLFLFLHLDLHLHLFJHLFLJJFJJLHJJJHJJJJJJJJHJJLHJJLHJHLHLJLFLHLHNFLHLFNFNFLFNFNFNFNDNFNDPDNDNDNDPBPDNBNBRBNBPBPBP%40NBP%40P%40P%40P%40P%40P%40P%3FP%3FP%40P%3FP%3FPAR%3FP%3FNAPAPARAPANAPCPAPCPCNCRCNCPCNEPCNEPEPELEPENGPELGPGLGPGLGNGNGLINGLILILGNKLILIJIJKLIJKLIJKLKJKJKHKHKLMHKHKHMHMHKFMHMFMHMFMFMFMFMDMFODMFOBMDMDOBODMBOBMDO%40OBM%40OBO%3FOBO%40O%40M%3FO%3FO%3FO%40OAO%3FM%3FO%3FOAOAOCM%3FOCOAOCMAOEOCMCOEMCOEMCOEMGMEOEMGMGMGMGMGMIMGKIMGMIKIMIKIKIMMKIKIKKKKIMKKKKIMKMIKIKIMIMIOIMIMGMIOGMGOGOGMGQGMEOGOEQGOEOEOCQEQEOCQEOCQCOCSCOCQAQCQAQAOAQASAQ%3FQAO%3FQ%3FS%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=1CtLsax35Ckei6ZVYgA4zmDfMOE=) San Marcos, TX ### What's nearby - ![Rio en el bosque con arboles en paisaje natural](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6239106/0086f77e-d004-43ad-bf53-18979a580ecb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Rio Vista Park 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - San Marcos River 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - San Marcos City Park 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Texas State University 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Strahan Coliseum 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles ### Getting around - San Marcos Station 19 min walk - Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) 45 min drive ### Restaurants - Fuego Tortilla Grill 15 min walk - Herbert's Taco Hut 8 min walk - Toma Taco 2 min drive - Cat's Billiards 2 min drive - Sean Patricks 2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Stay in the heart of San Marcos! Walking distance to the river! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Stay in the heart of San Marcos! Walking distance to the river!? ### What time is check-in at Stay in the heart of San Marcos! Walking distance to the river!? ### What time is check-out at Stay in the heart of San Marcos! Walking distance to the river!? ### Where is Stay in the heart of San Marcos! Walking distance to the river! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Stay in the heart of San Marcos! Walking distance to the river! Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### andres f. 13 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We enjoyed our stay during our work in Texas. The house was clean, walking distance to the river. Close to downtown restaurants and bars. Will definitely stay here again ##### andres f. Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Krystle M. 5 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great location, so much room for large group! ##### Krystle M. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### John S. 21 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful home we loved our stay , will stay here again for sure. ##### John S. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shannon C. 18 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great location! Less than 5 minutes to TXST and the Square. ##### Shannon C. 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