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Bluebird Nest

San Marcos vacation home with kitchen

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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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San Marcos, TX
  • Place, Texas State University
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Bobcat Stadium
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, San Marcos River
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

San Marcos

In San Marcos .Within 9 miles (15 km) of this vacation home, you'll find Meadows Center for Water and the Environment and San Marcos River. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Texas State University and Bobcat Stadium.
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What's nearby

  • Texas State University - 13 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Bobcat Stadium - 14 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • San Marcos River - 15 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Strahan Coliseum - 15 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • Rio Vista Park - 17 min drive - 9.6 miles

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 21 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪New World Bakery - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Wake the Dead Coffee House - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Mochas & Javas - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Texas Pie Company - ‬25 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Bluebird Nest

This 1970 Bluebird School bus has been converted into a comfortable and whimsical living space. The rear connects to a new addition with a bathroom, Livingroom, and sleeping loft for one adult or two kids. It is on one fenced acre in the hill country and has its own private driveway. The patio has nice cozy chairs and your choice of a propane or charcoal grill. The bus has a new queen bed and galley kitchen with a new gas range and a granite breakfast bar, coffee and tea provided. Now w Wi-Fi
Guest access
Guest have access to the entire shady fenced acre around the Bluebird Nest House.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bluebird Nest to the airport?

This vacation home is 39 mi (52-min drive) away from the Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Bluebird Nest have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Bluebird Nest offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bluebird Nest?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Bluebird Nest?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bluebird Nest?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Bluebird Nest have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Bluebird Nest have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Bluebird Nest to downtown San Marcos?

This vacation home is 5.7 mi away from San Marcos.

Bluebird Nest Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Host was helpful and everything was clean and well prepared. Really enjoyed the stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nic C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick responses from our host.Clean welcoming space.Excellent quick getaway from the city.Loved the little details around the bus.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Janis Z., Mansfield

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect get away for the weekend, loved all of the extra amenities and supplies. It was clean and comfortable. We had a little trouble with the lock as it didn't pop open, had to sort of pry it open. Wanted to sleep in the loft but there was a dead June bug and some other littles up there. But, hey it is in the country!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice stay in a quiet cabin

The cabin was nice and cozy, and everything worked great - Cool AC, hot showers. The house was nice on the inside, and we had a nice little fenced space all to ourselves. San Marcos is only about 15 minutes away by car, and has lots of great food options. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Donna T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place for Dogs

The property was fenced in and my dogs enjoyed running after a 20 hour ride. It was perfect for what we were there for.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend at the Bluebird Nest

A delightful place to stay. Away from the city proper but close enough to daughter’s apartment near TX ST to help her move in. Very unique and fun experience, super clean, and had all the things we needed to feel at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024