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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
Walk to San Marcos River
Sleeps 14•4 bedrooms•11 beds
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Martindale, TX
San Marcos River
Place, San Marcos River
1 min walk
Texas State University
Place, Texas State University
11 min drive
San Marcos Premium Outlets
Place, San Marcos Premium Outlets
14 min drive
Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
43 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Cribs and 1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Child Bed
Bedroom 4
4 Single Beds
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Back Patio
Outdoor shower
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Master Bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Best Spot on the San Marcos River!
Our home is one of the few on the San Marcos River! Minutes from San Marcos city center and nestled on the heart of the San Marcos River. Our home is perfect for families or trips to get away from the city. Host your family get together or spend time with friends, our home is the perfect gathering spot.
In addition to the stunning views and river access, the home has brand new bedding, linens, kitchen appliances and furniture. Bathroom remodels completed December 2020!
We welcome families and small children. We have 2 pack-n-plays, 2 high chairs, baby bouncy seat and a toddler mattress (on the floor) for use. We typically have a handful of various life jacket sizes for guest use. In addition to the 4 bedrooms, there is a loft for additional sleeping space (queen bed) and air mattress (living room). We have a great deck out back with ample outdoor seating to relax and enjoy the river view. Our home is on the river and you have private access to river with easy access stairs. Put your chairs in the water and enjoy the sandy shore in the river in front of our property.
Please check in with Texas State Tubes for COVID changes. You can rent tubes or pay for a ride up the river a quick walk from the house at Texas State Tubes (Closed Oct 1-March). They will take you up the river and you can float right to the home! Also nearby: San Marcos Square, Wimberley, TX, festivals and live music! Also a quick 30-40 minute uber ride into downtown Austin.
You will have access to the entire home! We also have a gas grill, fire pit and back yard games for use while on the property.
We're available 24/7 via text, phone, or AirBNB messaging, but provide our guests with privacy during their stay.
We're right on the San Marcos River just a short walk (4 houses) from Texas State Tubes! No driving necessary, just float your way home.
Home has an outdoor surveillance camera that over looks the driveway. No additional cameras on the property.
Home is also in the country. You may see wildlife while on the property. Home is sprayed every 3-4 weeks. Wildlife includes but not limited too: hogs, snakes, spiders, scorpions, bees.
San Marcos is conveniently located between Austin, Texas and San Antonio, Texas for those flying in. Both airports are a quick drive to the home.
This is a very rare spot on the river! Guests can park their chairs on a sandy shoal in the middle of the river without having to worry about the current.
We cannot split weekends March-September. All weekend bookings must be both Friday and Saturday nights.
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Guest must sign rental agreement prior to stay. Security deposit required of $500. Swim at your own risk.
Pets allowed with prior approval. Pet fee is $100 per dog.
NO smoking. NO bachelor parties allowed. $100 bodily fluid clean up + cost of damaged items.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 4520596
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: must inquire prior to booking
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 on the waterfront. Commemorative Air Force Exhibit and Charles S. Cock House Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include San Marcos Discovery Center and Meadows Center for Water and the Environment. Travelling with kids? Consider Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park and Kyle Railroad Depot and Heritage Center.
San Marcos Premium Outlets - 14 min drive - 17.2 km
Getting around
San Marcos Station - 17 min drive
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 48 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 7 min drive
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - 7 min drive
In-N-Out Burger - 9 min drive
Dutch Bros Coffee - 10 min drive
Chick-fil-A - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Best Spot on the San Marcos River! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Best Spot on the San Marcos River!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Best Spot on the San Marcos River!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Best Spot on the San Marcos River!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Best Spot on the San Marcos River! located?
This family-friendly Martindale holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of San Marcos River and Three Dudes Winery. San Marcos Discovery Center and Meadows Center for Water and the Environment are also within 6 miles (10 km).
About the host
Hosted by Haleigh Almquist
Haleigh was born and raised in Texas, after spending nearly 10 years away between Washington DC and Tampa, she and Collin are so excited to be back "home." Collin is Pennsylvania native and loves all things Pittsburgh sports! The Almquist Family purchased their San Marcos home in 2017 and look forward to sharing their vacation home with families from across the country. Haleigh and Collin met in Austin and have always thought of Central Texas as a special place. The moment they laid eyes on the river, they knew this was the vacation home of their dreams.
Haleigh and Collin have now have founded and manage several business around the country and have a knack for customer service. Your family will enjoy the time away and the beauty of the San Marcos River while staying at San Marcos River Rentals.
Haleigh and Collin are proud parents to Axel, 9, Adelynn 3 and Avie under 1. They are no strangers to traveling with children and hope the child friend home will be enjoyed by all.
Why they chose this property
Have you see the river in the back yard?! Texas is home for Haleigh and it was only a matter of time before she found a home in central Texas.
Premier Host
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