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Stay in the heart of San Marcos! Walking distance to the river!

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Private kitchen
Interior
Room
Dining
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near San Marcos River
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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San Marcos, TX
  • Place, San Marcos River
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Rio Vista Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Texas State University
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 4 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Please clean up after any pets (if applicable)
Turn the a.c. up to 76
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
We welcome pets at our property only when the required pet fee has been paid. 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.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number STR-25-38
Property # 4763456vb
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

About the area

San Marcos

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 San Marcos River and Purgatory Creek Natural Area. Travelling with kids? Consider San Marcos Discovery Center and Meadows Center for Water and the Environment.
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San Marcos, TX

What's nearby

  • San Marcos River - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Rio Vista Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • San Marcos City Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Texas State University - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Strahan Coliseum - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 19 min walk
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Herbert's Taco Hut - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sean Patricks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ivar's River Pub - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chimy's - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Fuego Tortilla Grill - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Stay in the heart of San Marcos! Walking distance to the river! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total).

How much is parking at Stay in the heart of San Marcos! Walking distance to the river!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stay in the heart of San Marcos! Walking distance to the river!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stay in the heart of San Marcos! Walking distance to the river!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stay in the heart of San Marcos! Walking distance to the river! located?

This family-friendly San Marcos holiday home is located in Rio Vista, within 1 mi (2 km) of San Marcos River and Texas State University. San Marcos Discovery Center and Ramon Lucio Park are also within 10 minutes. San Marcos Station is 19 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krystle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, so much room for large group!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home we loved our stay , will stay here again for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfectly met our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

andres f.

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
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The home is beautiful and welcoming. We had a family wedding in town and having amenities that helped us get ready was extremely helpful. Great kirchen and bathroom, all decorated very nice. The beds are so comfortable as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Less than 5 minutes to TXST and the Square.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlos M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rental property is spacious. Easily accommodates 8-10 adults. Kitchen, bathrooms, living room well stocked with supplies. Property is near all popular San Marcos landmarks. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamaria D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable stay. Great location. Clean. Well equipped with everything you need. I stay in many rental properties and usually you get about two trash bags, two toilet paper rolls, etc. This host provided a plethora of anything you would need such as soap, towels, trash bags, paper towels, kleenex, etc. The beds were very comfortable and there was plenty of space for our entire party. It was very convenient having three full bathrooms. Hosts are very responsive if you need anything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

John G.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2026

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Hosted by Austin and Michelle

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