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Beautiful and unique property on the San Marcos River. Great get away!

550 ft of River frontage. Beautiful. Easy Access

San Marcos River, the view to enjoy during your stay

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2900 sq ft

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Fireplace
Parking available

Explore the area

Martindale, TX

Rio Vista Park
‪20 min drive‬
Texas State University
‪21 min drive‬
San Marcos Premium Outlets
‪22 min drive‬
Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Loft bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Beautiful and unique property on the San Marcos River. Great get away!

This site is one of the most beautiful and unique properties available for rent on the San Marcos River. The 550 ft of Frontage has a high bank for fishing and low bank for easy access. The land is a lush pecan bottom with an assortment of trees including a giant cottonwood. Approximately 3 acres that give my guest their own private park. Property is a nature lovers paradise. Abundant bird population, great for the dedicated bird watchers. Wildlife is always an adventure.
Most magical is sitting on the deck under the stars and moon with a cool drink. The place to find the peace
you are seeking. The screened in porch offers a perfect sitting for viewing the property.
Cabin has a loft bedroom that is nicely decorated and very cozy. Plenty of space to stretch out.
The river for swimming, floating, canoeing, kayaking and fishing. Our bank is in It’s natural state, for a true river experience. 2 Dogs are allowed, why should humans have all the fun.

Looking For A Great Get Away, you have found it! Check our place out.

Property manager

Linda Scudday

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

6 guest limit

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Per approval by owner. Pet fee of $100.00

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Additional Tax fee Guadalupe County 7% on rent and fees is added as an additional payment and must be paid at the time of booking.

Pets must have owner approval. 2 pet limit unless owner approved. 6 person limit on property. Not a party House.

No Smoking in Cabin. May smoke outside on deck. Signs of smoking in the cabin and I will keep your deposit. If smoking outside pick up your butts.

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

Note from host: 6 guest limit

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Martindale

Located in Martindale, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Calaboose African American History Museum and Texas Music Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Three Dudes Winery and Quail Creek Golf Club. Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park and San Marcos Discovery Center are also worth visiting. 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 - 20 min drive - 23.9 km
Texas State University - 21 min drive - 23.9 km
John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park - 21 min drive - 23.6 km
San Marcos Premium Outlets - 22 min drive - 26.2 km

Getting around

San Marcos Station - 21 min drive
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

‪El Taco Feliz - ‬8 min drive
‪Hays Co Burgers & Bar-B-Que - ‬8 min drive
‪Taqueria Jesus - ‬8 min drive
‪Highway 80 Feed Barn - ‬8 min drive
‪Doria's Cakes - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful and unique property on the San Marcos River. Great get away! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Beautiful and unique property on the San Marcos River. Great get away! ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful and unique property on the San Marcos River. Great get away! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful and unique property on the San Marcos River. Great get away! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from San Marcos River and within 9 mi (15 km) of Copperas Cove Public Library and Redwood Arena. Three Dudes Winery and John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Douglas L.

23 Jun 2025

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

River cabin

We spent two days relaxing on this beautiful property. Linda was a great host. No complaints. We look forward to doing it again soon. The property is heavenly.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tessa F.

26 May 2025

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

Just what we were looking for!

This was the perfect cabin for our small family of 3 to enjoy the river over a long weekend. A ton of shaded, open land right on the river to swim, float, fish, and relax. Our suburban city dogs welcomed the opportunity to race and run and our 2 yr old had the best time exploring nature! Highly recommend this cabin if you’re looking for a more secluded getaway right on the river.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim F.

4 Jul 2025

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

Beautiful river property

Our stay this June was the fourth or fifth time at the property so that will say alot about how much we like the place. It's always clean, cool and comfortable. The river is always shady and quiet. If I could make one improvement, it would be to inprove the river access. We probably would have used the river more if there weren't so many rocks and tree branches. That won't stop me from giving it a 5 star overall rating. Thanks Linda and Roy!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily E.

13 May 2025

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

Staples-Martindale

Linda’s cabin on the river is a true oasis on the shores of the San Marcos river. From nightly visits from the millions of fireflies (seasonal treat) to serenades from countless birds, the place is full of natural wonders. On a short walk you can visit the horses and stroll the bridge over the river, and there is a great breakfast taco truck at the entrance of Martindale. This was my second visit to the cabin and I will be back as soon as I can! Thank you, Linda!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manton D.

22 Jul 2024

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

Great place!

Very nice cabin. And great area.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Christian C.

10 Jul 2024

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

Great Stay!

Great spot to be near the water, grill, and have that country feeling. Recommend to anyone looking for a quick nature getaway.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather M., Dallas USA

5 Jul 2022

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

Great stay!

Cutest little house with amenities and the cutest place to stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

16 Oct 2024

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

Peaceful spot on the river!

The cabin was spacious and well appointed. The screened porch and deck were relaxing with ample seating. The trees and river front were peaceful and private. We will return!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

29 Aug 2018

Great retreat on the river

This location is so fun and easy to get to. It was great enjoying the river and breezy nights out on the porch. Fun couples getaway or family spot.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

5 Jun 2024

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

Weekend getaway

We stayed for a long weekend on our anniversary. We brought kayaks, SUP’s and did some fishing. Place was very beautiful and peaceful, this part of river rarely had anyone on it. We enjoyed the peace and quite and would highly recommend this for a relaxing getaway

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

James B.

27 Jul 2022

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

Weekend Get Away

The cabin is quiet, secluded and a great place to unwind. Kayak river access was easy and the water was plenty deep and calm. We had a fantastic time and will definitely book it again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maryann S.

16 Oct 2023

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

Peaceful and relaxing

Property was beautiful and river was so relaxing. My grandchildren visited us and loved it. Our dogs we're so entertained by the wildlife. My husband and I enjoyed being together in the country.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

24 Mar 2017

Serene nature and simple comforts.

This is a great couples get away to remove yourselves from the rest of the world. The beautiful river flowing by, the biggest Cottonwood tree I've ever seen and a great screened-in porch for hanging out all await you.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

27 Oct 2022

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

Beautiful…

This cabin was just perfect. The property is absolutely beautiful, communication was so easy. My only regret is that we didn’t get to stay longer….would love to come back!!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

30 Jun 2024

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

Peaceful, serene waterfront on the San Marcos River

The weekend was spent relaxing in tubes in the beautiful San Marcos River. There were a few people in kayaks and canoes but not too many. The water was deep and great for swimming. We tied the tubes off to a tree and floated. The picnic table under the beautiful trees made for a perfect picnic on the water. The cabin was well stocked and clean. We truly enjoyed the stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maura C.

22 Apr 2024

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

Excellent stay

Pics don't do this place justice! The cabin and property are beautiful. This place was a perfect home base for exploring nearby areas, but I would have been happy just sitting by the river or on the deck each day. The setting is peaceful and truly a nature lovers paradise. The host Linda is very kind and provided great communication. Would recommend this property to others and hope to stay again in the future. Thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

29 Aug 2016

Surpassed our expectations

This was the perfect vacation spot for us! We wanted a place that was out in the country, right by the river where we could go fishing and tubing and bbq and where we could relax with the family outside of the crowd and that's exactly what we got! On top of that the owner is the kindest person and provided us with everything we needed and more! I will definitely be wanting to come back next year for another unforgettable weekend😀

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

4 Aug 2016

Exactly as stated in description and MORE!

The cabin was really cute and everything we needed was provided. I loved having a full kitchen and washer/drier at my disposal, it made packing so much easier. The property is beautiful! Plenty of room for kids and pets to run free. The river access was great too! I would return in a heart beat.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Christina J., Burleson

8 Sept 2020

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

Relaxing getaway

My husband and I were looking for a quiet respite away from work and covid. We found this lovely place on the river for just that. The place was just perfect for the two of us. We went kayaking on the river which was amazing. We grilled out, stargazed and walked. Sunsets were gorgeous. I even handfed Linda's horses carrots from the farmer's market. We would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Teddy C., San antonio

9 Jul 2019

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

Serene and great water

My wife and I invited another couple to come with us to this property for the fourth of july. The property is great being right on the water. The fully stocked kitchen was great for cooking breakfast and grilling. We will definitely be back. The only negative is the pullout couch mattress is old and less than 1 inch thick.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Melvin Z., Shiner TX

30 Jul 2016

Our family vacation

My husband and I were looking for a place to take our son for a summer vacation we came upon this place when we arrived it was really awesome the cabin was neat and tidy with everything you needed and the view from the cabin was really nice down to the river we had a perfect swimming spot . We even saw turkeys and deer . Needless to say when our time was up it was hard to leave . Thank you for our awesome summer vacation . We will definitely be going back

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Tim F.

2 Jul 2023

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

Consistency

Having stayed at the river cabin several times now I can say that it is consistently clean, well stocked, and comfortable unlike other properties that can be hit and miss. This time I even noticed several improvements, a new bbq grill, picnic tables, fresh paint on the outside. The grass was freshly mowed and a lot of tree trimming was done which made the place even more attractive. The owners were friendly and accommodating as usually. We'll be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

30 Aug 2020

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

Ultimate relaxation

This was our second time staying at the river cabin, and it did not disappoint! The cabin is comfortable and is fully stocked. The deck was great for stargazing, and the river.... well that’s the best part! This part of the river is very calm, with some deep spots that make it perfect for swimming, floating, and kayaking. We did all three! The yard is beautiful and shaded with plenty of room to roam. We enjoyed our stay very much and are already looking forward to coming back!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amanda P.

1 Jun 2023

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

Riverfront Getaway

We had an awesome time at the cabin with our senior dog. Tons of space for him to enjoy frolicking around and rolling in the grass. We even got a raft and ventured down the river with him. (To note- our dog did struggle getting in and out of the water a bit due to the rocky nature of the shore, but he still thoroughly enjoyed getting to swim around) Saw tons of wildlife on our trip! I was even able to feed the horses some apples a few times and we enjoyed watching the cows come down to the river in the mornings. Fireflies were out every night while we enjoyed some stargazing. The window units kept it plenty cool even during the hot Memorial Day weekend. We had a great time!!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David H.

19 Apr 2016

Beautiful and Quiet!

Where to begin....upon arrival we were greeted by three of the happiest, friendliest horses we have ever encountered. The River House was very clean and charming. Definitely enjoyed the cottage feel. We spent 4 days mountain biking, kite flying, fishing on the San Marcos River and visiting the local winery. (3 Dudes ) Oh yeah, I ALSO PROPOSED TO MY BEAUTIFUL GIRLFRIEND!!!! All and all we were very impressed with the private setting, the beauty and the charm of the area. On a side note, The owner Leslie helped make this a very memorable stay for us and even brought us down a very nice Pinot Noir to help us celebrate . ( my girlfriend said yes.... ) We will be returning often. :-)

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2016

About the host

Hosted by Linda Scudday

I am a retired Banker. Living the country girl life on the beautiful San Marcos River. I have four dogs and four horses. Yes, life is good.

What makes this property unique

LOCATION, LOCATION LOCATION, GREAT GET AWAY for a couple.
Serene, beautiful, country life within minutes of shopping, movies, groceries, and entertainment. Within minutes you can be in Austin, San Antonio, Tangers Shopping Mall, the Speedway, Lockhart BBQ Capital, historic Gurene, and the water sports of New Braunfels. Come enjoy.

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Loft bedroom

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

About this property

Beautiful and unique property on the San Marcos River. Great get away!

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House Rules

Children

Events

Pets

Smoking

Important information

You need to know

We should mention

About the area

Martindale

What's nearby

Getting around

Restaurants

Frequently asked questions

Reviews

Exceptional

9.8/10

10/10

10/10

10/10

10/10

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Douglas L.

River cabin

Douglas L.

10/10 Excellent

Tessa F.

Just what we were looking for!

Tessa F.

10/10 Excellent

Tim F.

Beautiful river property

Tim F.

10/10 Excellent

Emily E.

Staples-Martindale

Emily E.

10/10 Excellent

Manton D.

Great place!

Manton D.

8/10 Good

Christian C.

Great Stay!

Christian C.

10/10 Excellent

Heather M., Dallas USA

Great stay!

Heather M.

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

Peaceful spot on the river!

Lauren M.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Great retreat on the river

Sarah S.