10/10 Excellent
Roberto S.
8 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice getaway
Roberto S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Entire home
Private River Oasis Pool, Hot Tub & Family Fun
Family-friendly holiday home with water park and fitness centre
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 262514 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Martindale, TX
- Place, Rio Vista Park9 min drive
- Place, Texas State University10 min drive
- Place, San Marcos Premium Outlets15 min drive
- Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)44 min drive
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 26)
Bunk Room
1 Queen Bunk Bed
Guest Bedroom #1
1 Queen Bed
Guest Bedroom #2
1 Queen Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
River Casita
2 Large Single Bunk Beds
Road Casita
2 Queen Bunk Beds
4 bathrooms
Guest Bathroom #1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Guest Bathroom #2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Master Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
River Casita Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
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.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: limit 4 total
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
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
About the area
Martindale
Located in Martindale, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. San Marcos Discovery Center and Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit San Marcos Premium Outlets and Plaza East. Travelling with kids? Consider Meadows Center for Water and the Environment and Young County Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Martindale, TX
What's nearby
- San Marcos River - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Rio Vista Park - 9 min drive - 9.7 km
- Bobcat Stadium - 9 min drive - 9.8 km
- Texas State University - 10 min drive - 9.8 km
- San Marcos Premium Outlets - 15 min drive - 17.9 km
Getting around
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
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
9.4/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jeff W.
27 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jeff W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ronnie K.
1 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay for family weekend.
Ronnie K.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Diego D.
11 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Graduation
Diego D.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michelle S.
21 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Family Gathering
Michelle S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
TOM R.
23 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
TOM R.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
About the host
Hosted by Jesse O'Brien
My wife, Amanda, and I are from Austin. We love spending time on the water with our three kids, River, Finn, and Brooke.
Why they chose this property
In 2012, I competed in the Texas Water Safari and fell in love with the San Marcos River. Ever since then, I have become obsessed with the Upper San Marcos River. Our family has always dreamed of enjoying a house on the river.
What makes this property unique
Very few properties on the Upper San Marcos River offer short-term rentals. Even fewer have a pool and hot tub, and can accommodate up to 22 guests (26 with air mattresses).
Languages:
English
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