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Lovely Cozy Country Home 3/2 TXSTU/walk to TXST Tubes/Don's Fish/Float the River
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 8 139.4 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Martindale, TX
- Rio Vista Park8 min drive
- Texas State University8 min drive
- San Marcos Premium Outlets13 min drive
- Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)43 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
Living Room 1
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Lovely Cozy Country Home 3/2 TXSTU/walk to TXST Tubes/Don's Fish/Float the River
PLEASE TELL US: 1)WHY YOU'RE VISTING, 2) # OF GUESTS, 3)ANY PETS ($25 fee per), WHEN YOU BOOK.
We LIVE here in this home and leave when guests stay. We like to know who is staying in our home, in our kids space.
Don't worry, we leave the premises, but will be close by (less than 1 hour typically) if you need anything.
25+ AGE REQ. TO BOOK (Ask if 21-25)
Lovely Country Cozy Family Home (1500 Sq ft/without garage) 3 Bdrms/ 2 Bath. Large, Open Floor Plan. We have a deck with seating for 16. 1/2 acre, tons of trees. Beautiful San Marcos River within walking distance. Guests say that our home is like staying with fun friends or family and felt cozy and relaxed.
Check-In Details sent the morning of check-in. Please feel free to ask any questions before hand. Yes, we have 3 grills. Yes, you can use all of them if you are careful. Yes, you can use the entire backyard. Yes, we allow small parties (if approved beforehand). No, we do not provide tubes (too many were popped or lost)
Float, Kayak, Canoe, Paddle board, Fish! River access is through Texas State Tubes (back of neighborhood and a 5 minute walk) and Don's Fish Camp (1 street over, 15 minute walk). You can walk to Texas State Tubes where you can take the bus to the start of the float and then walk home when you are finished with your float!!! Very convenient, no drinking and driving involved!!
Racetrack, Weddings, Concerts, Small Town, Graduation, Small Parties of 20 or less (must be given permission before hand)
Please keep in mind that this is our FAMILY home.
6-8 guests TOTAL. Come RELAX and ENJOY! Pets are $25 fee per pet, up to 2 medium dogs total. Please message us first if bringing pets. Fenced in yard.
The space
Lovely 3 bedroom 2 bath home. Hardwood floors, granite, comfy furniture, amazing backyard with grills and River access through Texas State Tubes. We provide coffee, a full working kitchen and wifi, as well as linens. There are 3 beds to fit 6 people and a blow up bed to fit 2 extra people or 2 kids if previously agreed upon. WE CHARGE $25/PER PERSON/NIGHT FOR OVER 6 PEOPLE. 8 MAX (2 KIDS UNDER 12). Please note that there is a $25 convenience fee + the cost of shipping to ship items left behind. If it is left during peak shipping season (Christmas) there will be a $50 convenience fee + shipping. Please remember to triple check you haven't left anything behind.
Guest access:
Entire house including garage. We will NOT be here when you are here. Please keep in mind that we DO live here and we rent this out to supplement my income while I'm in school at TXSTU getting my masters. We have children as well that need a place to live after renting out. We have wonderful neighbors who help keep watch of our home and we are either staying in the neighborhood or within 1 hour of it and check on it often. Our neighbors have cameras that show the outside property, fyi.
Other things to note:
We no longer have a cowboy pool but are working on getting a sauna, hot tub, above ground pool before the summer of 2025. Please ask.
We have small dogs that we take with us when people rent out our home and we clean very thoroughly, however, it is possible that there will be some dog hair in case you are highly allergic.
We have a clothes steamer in the laundry room. We DO NOT have an iron.
We prefer families and older, responsible adults are welcome..
Again please don't hesitate to ask any questions.
We LIVE here in this home and leave when guests stay. We like to know who is staying in our home, in our kids space.
Don't worry, we leave the premises, but will be close by (less than 1 hour typically) if you need anything.
25+ AGE REQ. TO BOOK (Ask if 21-25)
Lovely Country Cozy Family Home (1500 Sq ft/without garage) 3 Bdrms/ 2 Bath. Large, Open Floor Plan. We have a deck with seating for 16. 1/2 acre, tons of trees. Beautiful San Marcos River within walking distance. Guests say that our home is like staying with fun friends or family and felt cozy and relaxed.
Check-In Details sent the morning of check-in. Please feel free to ask any questions before hand. Yes, we have 3 grills. Yes, you can use all of them if you are careful. Yes, you can use the entire backyard. Yes, we allow small parties (if approved beforehand). No, we do not provide tubes (too many were popped or lost)
Float, Kayak, Canoe, Paddle board, Fish! River access is through Texas State Tubes (back of neighborhood and a 5 minute walk) and Don's Fish Camp (1 street over, 15 minute walk). You can walk to Texas State Tubes where you can take the bus to the start of the float and then walk home when you are finished with your float!!! Very convenient, no drinking and driving involved!!
Racetrack, Weddings, Concerts, Small Town, Graduation, Small Parties of 20 or less (must be given permission before hand)
Please keep in mind that this is our FAMILY home.
6-8 guests TOTAL. Come RELAX and ENJOY! Pets are $25 fee per pet, up to 2 medium dogs total. Please message us first if bringing pets. Fenced in yard.
The space
Lovely 3 bedroom 2 bath home. Hardwood floors, granite, comfy furniture, amazing backyard with grills and River access through Texas State Tubes. We provide coffee, a full working kitchen and wifi, as well as linens. There are 3 beds to fit 6 people and a blow up bed to fit 2 extra people or 2 kids if previously agreed upon. WE CHARGE $25/PER PERSON/NIGHT FOR OVER 6 PEOPLE. 8 MAX (2 KIDS UNDER 12). Please note that there is a $25 convenience fee + the cost of shipping to ship items left behind. If it is left during peak shipping season (Christmas) there will be a $50 convenience fee + shipping. Please remember to triple check you haven't left anything behind.
Guest access:
Entire house including garage. We will NOT be here when you are here. Please keep in mind that we DO live here and we rent this out to supplement my income while I'm in school at TXSTU getting my masters. We have children as well that need a place to live after renting out. We have wonderful neighbors who help keep watch of our home and we are either staying in the neighborhood or within 1 hour of it and check on it often. Our neighbors have cameras that show the outside property, fyi.
Other things to note:
We no longer have a cowboy pool but are working on getting a sauna, hot tub, above ground pool before the summer of 2025. Please ask.
We have small dogs that we take with us when people rent out our home and we clean very thoroughly, however, it is possible that there will be some dog hair in case you are highly allergic.
We have a clothes steamer in the laundry room. We DO NOT have an iron.
We prefer families and older, responsible adults are welcome..
Again please don't hesitate to ask any questions.
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Advanced notice required. 25 people max. $100 fee
Pets
Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Check out is at 11am. Please message us when you THINK you will leave and again WHEN YOU DO leave ☆☆☆ We have new guests coming at 4pm, so if you leave early, we can start cleaning earlier.
Place any used towels and washcloths in the white hamper on the dryer. We will take care of the bedding.
Pickup around the house and put inside and outside items back where they were.
Use dishwasher or hand wash bigger items and dry. Wipe down the kitchen counters. Only soap and water.
Lock the back door and front door and put key in lockbox on front door. Leave GARAGE UNLOCKED
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: Advanced notice required. 25 people max. $100 fee
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Martindale
Martindale is home to this holiday home. San Marcos Discovery Center and Meadows Center for Water and the Environment are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit San Marcos Premium Outlets and Plaza East. Travelling with kids? Consider Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park and Young County Arena.
Martindale, TX
What's nearby
- Rio Vista Park - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
- Bobcat Stadium - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
- Texas State University - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
- John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
- San Marcos Premium Outlets - 13 min drive - 16.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - 6 min drive
- Chick-fil-A - 8 min drive
- In-N-Out Burger - 8 min drive
- P. Terry's Burger Stand - 8 min drive
- First Watch - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Amber

We are a family of 6. I have 3 older kids with my ex and 1 who lives home with my husband. We are high-school sweethearts who married other people, moved around the country, and found each other again 14 years later. 🥰 We rent our home out and stay in our camper close by while I finish my Master's degree in Marketing Analytics. We love floating, kayaking, camping, sitting by the fire, and watching movies. Music, movies, food, good people 🥰
Why they chose this property
We loved the trees, the neighbors, and the river access, and the open floor plan
What makes this property unique
We have a large 1/2 acre fenced in yard that backs up to a forest area that cattle graze on. We have river access through Texas State Tubes. Walk to the exit in our neighborhood and ride the bus to the start and then walk back home at the end of your float.
Languages:
English
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