Riverfront Martindale House w/ 2 Covered Decks

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A covered outdoor area with wooden chairs and a table, surrounded by a railing with a view of trees and a body of water.
A single-story house with a porch, a chimney, and a well-maintained lawn.
A spacious living room with a dining area, large windows, and a ceiling fan.
A spacious living room with a large window, a television, and a variety of seating options including a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.
A living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near San Marcos River

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Gas barbecue
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Martindale, TX
  • Place, San Marcos River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Texas State University
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, San Marcos Premium Outlets
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

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About the area

Martindale

Located in Martindale, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Charles S. Cock House Museum and Hays County Historic Courthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Blanco Shoals Natural Area and Purgatory Creek Natural Area. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bobcat Ballpark or Bobcat Softball Stadium.
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Martindale, TX

What's nearby

  • San Marcos River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Rio Vista Park - 11 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Texas State University - 11 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Strahan Coliseum - 12 min drive - 13.5 km
  • San Marcos Premium Outlets - 15 min drive - 21.3 km

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 18 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪P. Terry's Burger Stand - ‬10 min drive

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 Redwood Arena. Bobcat Ballpark and Bobcat Softball Stadium are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 67 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great cottage on the river

Spacious, clean, and just 15 minutes from the college campus in san marcos. Enjoyed it here.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such an incredible location! Very friendly and accommodating host.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov 2025
God bless you. We would love to have you back again. Thank You!! PEACE, LOVE, & JOY!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2025
Michael and family: it was such a joy to meet you and we would be delighted for you to come back and enjoy our home. We were so excited to hear you caught several fish. PEACE, LOVE, & JOY!!
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We never even stayed. The house was a back house, revealed after payment. We weren’t worried about that until we drove up to all the junk, RVs and cars. Was there someone staying in those RVs? We did not feel alone. We proceeded to walk through the house, it was musty, closed up and not ready for guests. The porches were dirty. The town has seen its better days as there were several questionable characters walking the area. There was even one making a campfire down by the river below the house. We did not stay and we did not unpack anything. There is no way to get a human with VRBO. We wanted to take it up with the management. Once we finally got a human, he promised to help us find a place and did not. The place was nothing described in the pictures.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Owners extremely nice
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

River was beautiful!!

Nice home on beautiful river access!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2024
From the Owner: "Thank you so much! We enjoyed having you stay with us. We look forward to having you stay again soon."
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2025
From the owner: "Thank you for your positive reflection and review!! We pray you will come back and stay with us again soon."
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2024
From the owner: "We are so glad you had a great time. We look forward to having you stay with us again."
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2024
From the Owner: "Thank you for your wonderful review. We enjoyed having you and hope you come back again soon."
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2024
From the Owner: "I appreciate all your kind words. Please come back again and let me know if there is anything I can do to make your stay better."
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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

4 nights

Nice
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2024
From the Owner: "Robert, thank You!! It was such a pleasure to meet you and have you as our guest. Please come back and stay with us again."
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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 review

8/10 Good

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

Family Time by the River

This property has a great spot on the river. We enjoyed swimming and fishing right behind the house. Martindale is a super cute town that is an easy walk from the house. The stores were closed on our M/Tu visit, but would be a fun spot to wander on the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2024
From the Owner: "Jennifer, thank You for your honest and helpful review. I will let our yardman know and impress upon him what an important role he plays in our success. We enjoyed having you. Please come back. We would love to have you again."
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Relaxing weekend

We absolutely enjoyed our time here. The town was amazing! It provides great food at Martindale River Cafe, live music, and friendly community members. We loved the back porch on this property and private section of the river. The groundskeeper made sure we were safe, and the owners were so nice. Don’t skip on this one! It was perfect!
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jul 2023
From the owner: "Thank you, Courtney! We are so glad you all enjoyed our home. Thank you for your wonderful review."
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Semi-Annual Adventure 2023

Pleasant neighborhood and landlady. The home was perfect for our stay. The lake view is now very limited from the home due to growth of the beautiful trees, but easily accessible. It was so quiet I thought I could hear a pin drop. Birds begin the day by singing, so you can sit on the porch and listen to them and the river. Main Street has a couple of businesses, and is also quiet. We really enjoyed our stay!
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