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Spacious Patio + Close to The Square + Pet Friendly + Full Kitchen

Vacation home near Texas State University in San Marcos

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A single-story house with a front porch, a blue door, and a small front yard with a tree and plants.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a black countertop.
A covered outdoor area with a wooden bench and a potted plant.
A bedroom with a bed, a brown leather chair, a nightstand, a painting, and a window with curtains.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, a rug, and a flat-screen TV displaying ESPN.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81490 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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San Marcos, TX
  • Place, Dunbar Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Rio Vista Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Texas State University
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

San Marcos

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What's nearby

  • Dunbar Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • San Marcos River - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Rio Vista Park - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park - 4 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Texas State University - 6 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 19 min walk
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pluckers Wing Bar - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Spacious Patio + Close to The Square + Pet Friendly + Full Kitchen

Welcome to our beautiful VRBO! Drive down a long, spacious driveway that leads to our charming home. You'll find convenient storage bins to store your belongings and a fully equipped kitchen with all the utensils, cookware, and spices you need to whip up your favorite meals.

The open kitchen layout flows into the cozy living room, complete with a 65-inch TV loaded with Netflix and Disney+ for your entertainment pleasure. Step out onto the spacious deck to unwind with friends and family while enjoying backyard games like corn hole, grilling up a storm on the BBQ pit, or snuggling around the bond fire pit.

Our location is ideal for exploring the best of Austin!

5 min - San Marcos Square + Wonder World Cave
8 min - San Marcos Convention Center & Texas State Bobcat Stadium
10 min - Tube drop in locations & Tanger + Premium Outlets
15 min - Roughhouse & Middleton Brewing
20 min - Gruene Hall & New Braunfels
30 min - Circuit of the Americas, ACL, SXSW and more!

Downtown Austin is just a short 30-minute drive away, making it easy to experience popular events like ACL and SXSW.

Rest well in our comfortable bedrooms with memory foam mattresses, extra pillows, and tall stand-up fans to keep you cool on warm nights. Our kitchen drawers and cabinets have been labeled to make it easy to find what you need, and we've provided mixing bowls, blenders, silverware, pots and pans so you can cook up a storm.

Our self-check-in process is hassle-free via the front door keypad, so you can arrive at your convenience. Please note that the shed in the backyard and the closet in the master bedroom are not available for guest use.

Come for the fun, stay for the memories - welcome yourself to our home!

Thank you for considering our VRBO for your stay in Austin!

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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
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,490 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Please let me know if you plan on bringing a pet

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number STR-22-14

Frequently asked questions

How close is Spacious Patio + Close to The Square + Pet Friendly + Full Kitchen to the airport?

This vacation home is 35.1 mi (38-min drive) away from the Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Spacious Patio + Close to The Square + Pet Friendly + Full Kitchen have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Spacious Patio + Close to The Square + Pet Friendly + Full Kitchen offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Spacious Patio + Close to The Square + Pet Friendly + Full Kitchen?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Spacious Patio + Close to The Square + Pet Friendly + Full Kitchen?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Spacious Patio + Close to The Square + Pet Friendly + Full Kitchen?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Spacious Patio + Close to The Square + Pet Friendly + Full Kitchen have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Spacious Patio + Close to The Square + Pet Friendly + Full Kitchen have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Spacious Patio + Close to The Square + Pet Friendly + Full Kitchen to downtown San Marcos?

This vacation home is 1 mi away from San Marcos.

Spacious Patio + Close to The Square + Pet Friendly + Full Kitchen Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachael T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house - enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Amenities
Very comfy house. My friends and I enjoyed staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan G.

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

Amazing Stay!

Great house in San Marcos, very clean and plenty of room! Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wesley A.

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

San Marcos Stay

Great location and accommodations to be close to all San Marcos has to offer!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cynthia p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really cute, well thought out house! Plenty of room. The beds were very comfortable and the bedding was really nice. We appreciated the fans in every room and the easy check out process.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randall L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pictures do not give this house justice. It looks small but it's a lot bigger on the inside. High end appliances and bed too.A fantastic host.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley P.

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

BIRTHDAY TRIP

We absolutely loved this house the location is convenient to do lots of stuff beautiful house for sure we will definitely stay here again in future
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarilyen - Sadi W.

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

Cute sta in quiet neighborhoods

House was great. All the amenities as listed. The train along the back gate was noisy but livable. We were aware of it and only there really to sleep so no complaints.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
Cute , clean home .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

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

Perfect San Marcus vacation 💕

Great parents weekend at this super charming San Marcus home! So many nice touches, Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Wonderfully maintained place located in the heart of San Marco

Great place to access San Marcos the town and the river around it.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean R.

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

Cozy Charm

We had a relaxing visit to San Marcos in this cozy charming house.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolina V.

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

Quiet and comfortable property

We really enjoyed our stay at this property. The house was very clean and we loved all the details left by the owner. Well stocked kitchen and quiet neighborhood. Overall a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vivian R.

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

Convenient location, great communication.

Convenient location, great and easy communication on check-in and out. House was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy B.

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

Great house!

Great house with plenty of room. Nice patio, comfy beds and upated bathrooms. Close to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jodi F.

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

Great Stay

Very spacious home. Was cute and clean. Host was very accommodating by allowing our dog at the last minute. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

One night stay

This was a great little house to stay in for out of town work. The train is close but not horrible. The beds were very comfortable and place was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward F.

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

Excellent property

The kitchen was well appointed and the house was better than advertised
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cody M.

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

Cozy home

Came in town for a wedding but the little time I spent in the house was very cozy, relaxed, and comfortable. Neat little downtown area right around the corner too
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas P.

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

Heart of San Marcos

Came to San Marcos to celebrate a Texas State graduation. Perfect location. We enjoyed the convenience of being so close to the square.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine A.

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

Super clean, well stocked, close to everything

This was one of the most well appointed properties I have rented. The property owner was super communicative and everything was exactly as it was described in the listing.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

Excellent Hosts

We really enjoyed this house and the location. The house is full of conveniences (coffee, snacks, toiletries, etc) and a very well stocked kitchen. Lots of room. An excellent host who communicates well and cares about the customer experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Orfelina L.

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

Great Staying

It was our first family vacation here at San Marcos the property here it’s close to a lot of stores and beautiful views it was really wonderful. This house haves a big porch and we enjoyed staying there and having family moments. We really had a fun and good stay here. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lario A.

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

Close to everything

Booked for 6 people, and there was plenty of leftover space for everyone. The house was even better than the listing described. Nothing negative to say, will book again for next San Marcos trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

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