10/10 Excellent
Roberto S.
8 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice getaway
Roberto S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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6-Bedroom Vacation Home Just Steps to the San Marcos River
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 19
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Martindale, TX
- Rio Vista Park9 min drive
- Texas State University10 min drive
- San Marcos Premium Outlets15 min drive
- Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)44 min drive
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 19)
Bunk Room
2 Large Single Bunk Beds
Guest Bedroom #1
1 Queen Bed
Guest Bedroom #2
1 Queen Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
River Casita
2 Large Single Bunk Beds
Road Casita
4 Queen Bunk Beds
4 bathrooms
Guest Bathroom #1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Guest Bathroom #2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Master Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
River Casita Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
6-Bedroom Vacation Home Just Steps to the San Marcos River
Welcome to Cottonseed! This property is nestled on the beautiful, spring-fed San Marcos River. It boasts .65 acres of nature, a pool/hot tub, a main house, two casitas, a playground, and a trampoline for you and your guests (22 people, 11 beds). It's great for special occasions and retreats.
While the property offers a peaceful retreat in a rural community, it's just a 10-minute drive to the vibrant city of San Marcos. Thus, you can enjoy the best of both worlds: tranquility and convenience.
The main house is a four-bedroom, three-bathroom home with one king bed, two queen beds, and full bunk beds.
The River Casita has full bunk beds, a bathroom, and a mini-fridge.
The Road Casita has two bunkbebs. One is a king/queen, while the other is a queen/queen.
We have a pool and hot tub in the front of the property, which is located directly on the San Marcos River. Unfortunately, our dock was washed away in a flood, and we are rebuilding it, so this property does not have dock access.
While the property offers a peaceful retreat in a rural community, it's just a 10-minute drive to the vibrant city of San Marcos. Thus, you can enjoy the best of both worlds: tranquility and convenience.
The main house is a four-bedroom, three-bathroom home with one king bed, two queen beds, and full bunk beds.
The River Casita has full bunk beds, a bathroom, and a mini-fridge.
The Road Casita has two bunkbebs. One is a king/queen, while the other is a queen/queen.
We have a pool and hot tub in the front of the property, which is located directly on the San Marcos River. Unfortunately, our dock was washed away in a flood, and we are rebuilding it, so this property does not have dock access.
Property manager
Jesse O'Brien
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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House Rules
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: limit 4 total
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Martindale
Located in Martindale, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at San Marcos River and Purgatory Creek Natural Area, while Commemorative Air Force Exhibit and Charles S. Cock House Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider San Marcos Discovery Center and Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Martindale, TX
What's nearby
- San Marcos River - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Rio Vista Park - 9 min drive - 9.7 km
- Bobcat Stadium - 9 min drive - 9.8 km
- Texas State University - 10 min drive - 9.8 km
- San Marcos Premium Outlets - 15 min drive - 17.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 10 min drive
- Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - 10 min drive
- Chick-fil-A - 12 min drive
- In-N-Out Burger - 12 min drive
- Sonic Drive-In - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
9.4/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jeff W.
27 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jeff W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ronnie K.
1 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay for family weekend.
Ronnie K.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Diego D.
11 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Graduation
Diego D.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michelle S.
21 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Family Gathering
Michelle S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
TOM R.
23 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
TOM R.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
About the host
Hosted by Jesse O'Brien
My wife, Amanda, and I are from Austin. We love spending time on the water with our three kids, River, Finn, and Brooke.
Why they chose this property
In 2012, I competed in the Texas Water Safari and fell in love with the San Marcos River. Ever since then, I have become obsessed with the Upper San Marcos River. Our family has always dreamed of enjoying a house on the river.
What makes this property unique
Very few properties on the Upper San Marcos River offer short-term rentals. Even fewer have a pool and hot tub and can accommodate 22 guests.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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