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SanMarcos River Retreat|Modern|Spacious|Sleeps 12!

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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12168 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

SanMarcos River Retreat|Modern|Spacious|Sleeps 12!

Welcome to the San Marcos River Retreat! A spacious 4 bedroom/4 bath Modern Farmhouse, perfect for large groups seeking comfort & convenience. Situated in a PRIME LOCATION, just minutes from downtown San Marcos, the San Marcos River, Outlet Mall, Restaurants, Parks, Nightclub, Breweries, Texas State University, the airport, and so much more!

This FULLY STOCKED home, with FANTASTIC AMENITIES, is THE BEST that San Marcos has to offer. Don`t miss out on this GEM! We look forward to hosting you!

The San Marcos River Retreat is an event and pet/family friendly home! For events & pets, please reach out to the hosts to discuss fees.

COME JOIN THE FUN IN SAN MARCOS! THE PERFECT RETREAT FOR SPRING & SUMMER TIME FUN!

**LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION**
Centrally located, within a few minutes drive of all major San Marcos attractions!! Some attractions are even a short walk away!

✓ Rio Vista Park (1 min)
Family-friendly park with a playground, picnic areas, and access to the San Marcos River for swimming and recreational activities

✓ Texas State University (3 min)
Featuring the Wittliff Collections, an art gallery that hosts Southwestern Writers and Mexican Photography exhibitions.

✓ The Marc (4 min)
A vibrant multi-level nightclub with live music and performances

✓Kissing Alley (4 min)
Picturesque alleyway in downtown, famous for its history & adorned with electric murals and twinkling lights!

✓San Marcos Art Center
Offers art classes, workshops, and exhibitions!

✓Downtown (DT) San Marcos (5 min)
A little bit of everything can be found in DT San Marcos, including charming cafes, fine dining, unique shopping experiences, nightspots, the Hays County historic courthouse, public art projects/murals, and so much more!

✓The Meadows Center for Water and the Environment (7 min)
Offers glass-bottom boat tours showcasing the aquatic life of Spring Lake

✓Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park (8 min)
Features an ancient earthquake-formed cave, anti-gravity house, and a trackless train ride!

✓San Marcos Premium Outlets (9 min)
A shopping paradise with over 240 stores, including luxury and designer brands, plus dining options and a children`s play area

✓ San Marcos Regional Airport (10 mins)
Austin Airport is also nearby (35mins)

✓Commemorative Air Force Central Texas Wing (12 min)
Home to an impressive collection of World War II aircraft & military artifacts

✓Silo Gallery & Glass Studio (17 min)
Art gallery & studio focusing on glasswork, hosting classes and workshops

✓ River Tubing on the San Marcos River (30 min)
Go tubing down the San Marcos River and melt your worries away as you relax and enjoy the scenery!

***FRONT ENTRANCE***
A seamless, self check-in experience, leads you right up to the warm and inviting, open concept, Modern Farmhouse style home!
✓ Private Entrance
✓Self Check-in (Keyless Smart Lock)
✓Free Parking (6-8 cars may park in the front)
✓Security Cameras, one facing the front yard and one facing the back yard(for your safety)

***BACKYARD GEM***
The spacious, fully fenced-in yard is a true gem that can be enjoyed year round! Here you can unleash your inner child and have fun playing games with friends and family, gather around the fire-pit for smores, enjoy a delicious Texas style BBQ, and melt your stress away as you sit back and relax!

✓Fully Fenced (for ultimate privacy)
✓Fire-Pit (perfect for the colder months & for smores!)
✓BBQ Grill (enjoy Texas-style grilling)
✓Outdoor furniture
✓Outdoor life size games (Jenga, Tug of War, inflatable bowling)

***LIVING & DINING ROOMS***
An inviting place to gather around & create memories with loved ones! Sit back and relax on the comfy sectional couch, watch your favorite TV shows, eat a delicious meal, or have a blast with the vast selection of complimentary games!

✔Plush & comfy sectional couch (sits 10)
✔Smart TV with complimentary Netflix
✔Dining Table perfect for hosting dinners & holidays (Seats 12)
✔Complimentary card & board games
✔Coffee station

***KITCHEN***
Start your day strong with a nice cup of coffee or tea, then prepare to channel chef vibes as you whip up decadent meals in the fully stocked kitchen.

✔Coffee & Tea Bar (complimentary coffee, creamer, and sugar!)
✔Fully stocked (Pots/Pans, Bakeware, utensils, Plates, Cups, baking sheets)
✔Appliances (microwave, blender, toaster, oven/stove, fridge, dishwasher)


***BEDROOMS*** 4 BEDROOMS (3 w/ en-suite Baths)
There are 4 bedrooms in the home, of which 3 have an en-suite bathroom!
The comfortable beds, layered with cozy blankets and fluffy pillows will have you waking up feeling energized, as the warm Texas sun invites you to take on a new adventure in the bustling city of San Marcos!

*Master Bedroom*
Step into a realm of unparalleled comfort in the exquisite master bedroom, equipped with a majestic CALIFORNIA KING BED, promising nights of restful slumber, while infusing the space with serenity & tranquility.

*2nd Bedroom*
The second bedroom is just as dreamy as the master, with a comfy QUEEN BED and en-suite bathroom, this room offer both convenience and comfort.

*3rd Bedroom*
The third bedroom is fantastic for families with children or large groups of friends! It is equipped with TWIN BUNK BEDS with a FULL SIZED TRUNDLE. This room has the capacity to sleep 4-6 guests! It also has an en-suite bathroom for your convenience!

*4th Bedroom*
The fourth bedroom is equipped with a DAY BED that comes with a TRUNDLE.

✔Comfortable beds (1 California King, 1 Queen, 1 Bunk Bed w/ Trundle, 1 Day Bed w/ Trundle)
✔Smart TV`s
✔En-Suite bathrooms
✔Closets with extra supplies & amenities
✔Central Air and Heat

***BATHROOMS*** 4 FULL BATHS!!!
Professionally cleaned and sanitized bathrooms (4 full bathrooms), fully equipped with towels, essential toiletries, and tubs where you can enjoy the healing powers of a warm and soothing bubble bath!

✔Professionally cleaned & sanitized
✔Fully Stocked (Towels, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, toilet paper etc.)
✔Walk-in Shower
✔Freestanding Tub


***LAUNDRY ROOM***
Complimentary washer & dryer, along with laundry detergent, an iron and ironing board.
✔Washer
✔Dryer
✔Detergent
✔Iron w/ Ironing Board

The search is over! You have officially found the perfect home away from home. The only thing missing is you and your loved ones!! Book now or shoot us a message to learn more about our current promotions/discounts!

NOTE: If an event is hosted in the house and the house rules are not followed, the host has the right to terminate the reservation without issuing refunds. If the checkout instructions are not followed and any damage occurs, it is the responsibility of the guest to cover any extra cleaning and or maintenance or item replacement fees.

Guests have access to the entire home.

We offer a self check-in experience for ultimate privacy and flexibility. However, we are one message away! If you have any questions or need anything please reach shoot us a message. We are here to ensure you have a 5-Star experience!

Vibrant neighborhood close to all San Marcos Attractions!

Walkable neighborhood (stores & restaurants within walking distance). Vehicle required for some attractions such as the San Marcos River.

NOTE: PLEASE DO NOT THROW ANY TRASH INTO THE BIN WITH THE GREEN LID. THE BIN WITH THE GREEN LID IS TO BE USED FOR RECYCLE ONLY!

The total capacity of the home is 12 guests. Additional fees apply for more than 12 guests ($20 per person per night up to a max of 14 guests). Please ensure the guest count is accurate during the booking stage. Anything more than 14 guests is considered and event and is subject to an event fee.

If planning to host an event, please message us to learn about the event fee. The max number of guests allowed within the premises is 30, however, only a max of 12 guests may spend the night at the home. When hosting an event, please follow the house rules to avoid noise complaints, and or additional cleaning fees or fees for damaged items.

Pets are welcomed. A max of 3 pets with one-time pet fee ($70 per pet).

Infants and children are welcomed! Please ensure your child in the total guest count during the reservation.
NOTE: PLEASE DO NOT THROW ANY TRASH INTO THE BIN WITH THE GREEN LID. THE BIN WITH THE GREEN LID IS TO BE USED FOR RECYCLE ONLY!

(1) Please respect quiet hours from 9pm to 9am CT.

(2) No smoking allowed inside the home. Weapons, fireworks, illegal drugs and/or illegal activity is prohibited at all times. Violating this house rule will result in an additional cleaning fee of $500 and removal from the property without a refund.

(3) Guests will ensure that the home is locked upon exiting throughout their stay and upon check-out.

(4) Candles are not allowed in the home.

(5) Please ensure there are no extra guests (including pets) beyond what is listed in the reservation. If the security cameras show additional guest count, fees will be applied ($20 per person per night , $70 per pet). Events (up to a max of 30 guests) are only allowed if agreed upon with host, prior to check-in. Please note that events require an additional fee.

(6) Extensive damage to the white towels and linens, including but not limited to stains that can`t be removed by the washing machine, are subject to a replacement fee.

(7) Please keep pets off the furniture (beds, couches).

(8) Please do not use tape on furniture or walls as this may cause damage such as paint chips and dents to furniture.

(9) Please do not set the AC temperature below 69 degrees F. This can cause the HVAC unit’s lines to freeze and render it inoperable. Instead, ensure all AC vents are open, all windows and doors are closed, and use the complimentary fans to further circulate air during summer heat waves to make your stay more comfortable.

(10) If any balloons were used, POP them and DISCARD them in the trash prior to checkout.

(11) Clean off grill after each use.
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from San Marcos River. Features include laundry facilities and an arcade/games room. The holiday home offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 4 bathrooms
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 7 minutes by foot from San Marcos River and a 2-minute drive from Texas State University
SanMarcos River Retreat|Modern|Spacious|Sleeps 12! offers its guests barbecue grills, an arcade/games room, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Unit size: 1,812 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

NOTE: PLEASE DO NOT THROW ANY TRASH INTO THE BIN WITH THE GREEN LID. THE BIN WITH THE GREEN LID IS TO BE USED FOR RECYCLE ONLY!

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

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SanMarcos River Retreat|Modern|Spacious|Sleeps 12! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gwendolyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay. Great back yard, cute house with plenty of room. And great location -close to everything. We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a family gathering here and it was amazing! Very spacious, the 12 people we had all fit very comfortably. Parking was great and back yard was huge! Highly recommend for a family gathering!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the second time staying at this property. The house is nice and for me the location is excellent because my main reason for going is to enjoy the river. I would have no hesitation in staying at this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Austin G.

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

Would stay again

Great host and plenty of space
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place, good location for water activities. Fourth bedroom does not have a bed, but worked out well for us as a "kids room."
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elsie B.

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

San Marcos Vacay

Overall a great stay! Enjoyed it. Will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jillian R.

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

Great value stay for a big group

The property was nice and spacious for a group of 12. The location was nice and close to downtown and there’s 2 restaurants you can walk to around the corner. Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen G.

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

Nice house, great location

The house offered everything we needed and was very clean. The location was perfect for visiting our student.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne J.

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

Centrally located at Texas State University

Needed a great central location for graduation, and this hit the mark! Plenty of room to move around, and great backyard for extra gathering space.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber D.

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

Great layout for a group

Had a great stay. Very clean, communication was great and had a large back yard. Plenty of parking and was able to walk down to the San Marcos river to lay out. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

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

Incredible Stay!

Karina was a great host from booking to checking out and was quick to respond during our stay. It was the perfect spot for family over Thanksgiving break with a fully stocked kitchen, outdoor seating, comfortable beds, and great gathering spaces in the dining and living rooms. Walking distance to the river and Square!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Coco M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

River retreat

We had a good experience staying at the property, there was enough space for all of our family members, close to expressway which made it easier to get from one point to another.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peyton B.

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

Best Vrbo Ever!

This property was amazing! Plenty of parking space, beautiful interior design, and conveniently placed close to everything! The hosts were excellent communicators and we had no troubles with check-in or check-out process.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madalena R.

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

Fantastic stay

House was beautiful and yard amazing. The house has all amenities anyone needs. Literally feels like you’re in your own home. Definitely will be staying again when we are in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

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

Family Birthday Weekend

We stayed here for a family birthday. Everything was excellent. The house provided everything we needed for our stay. Would definitely reccomend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

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

3 day weekend

The property was clean and very much conviently located to rio vista park, which is where i wanted to go. Enjoyed my time at this home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April A.

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

River Trip

We visited San Marcos to celebrate a friends birthday. Karina was very nice and accommodating. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris H.

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

Perfect

What a precious place to stay in San Marcos! Host was lovely and responsive. So much bigger than expected! Will definitely stay there again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a great property for our group. Finding a home with 4 bedrooms and 4 baths is difficult so this met our needs. The house was very clean and the table and living room accommodated our group. We were able to walk to some restaurants and the parks.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean R.

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

San Marcos

We loved the convenience and comfort of this home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jewels R.

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

Perfect home

The home was so welcoming and smelt good! It was so much bigger than what we all expected and so close to the river!! The hosts also communicated very quickly and provided solutions to all questions we had! Would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tosha M.

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

TXST Ceremony

Our family was in town celebrating a military commission ceremony. The location was great. It was close to TXST, the square and within walking distance to the river.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vivian R.

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

Everything we needed!

Stayed in this house for my son’s college graduation. The house was clean, spacious enough to host a dinner for family and friends, had plenty of parking and the location was awesome! Will stay again if we are ever back that way but goodbye for now San Marcos!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

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

Great space to host

The house is a great space! We had a group for graduation and we all had plenty of space. Location is perfect - close to the river, campus, and stores. Communication was excellent. Overall we had a great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim W.

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

In Town For a Wedding

We were looking for a VRBO near the Wedding Venue (Posey Meadows) in San Marcos, this place met our expectations, nicely updated throughout, 4 bedrooms, 4 baths gave everyone the space needed. Convenient to DT San Marcos and our venue. The only area of improvement would be to have a larger water heater as with the nice garden tub in use and showers going hot water struggled to keep up, easy fix. We would return, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025