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The Downtown Abbey - Whole Home

Vacation home near San Marcos River in San Marcos

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A bedroom with two beds, wooden floors, a ceiling fan, and large windows with curtains.
A room with a window, a wooden shelf with hanging clothes, and a door with a brass doorknob.
A cozy kitchen with wooden floors, a dining table, chairs, and a bench.
A hallway with a wooden floor, a red chair, a small table with a lamp, and a door with a picture frame.
A kitchen with pink cabinets, a stainless steel dishwasher, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

Entire home

6 bedrooms4 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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

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About the neighborhood

San Marcos

Heritage stay.A stay at this Heritage vacation home places you steps from Witliff Collections and within a 5-minute walk of Texas State University. Texas Music Theater and The Marc are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Texas State University - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • San Marcos River - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • San Marcos City Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Rio Vista Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 15 min walk
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Square - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Blue Dahlia Bistro - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Urban Bird Hot Chicken - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Gumby's Pizza - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪North Street Curry Shop - ‬3 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.

The Downtown Abbey - Whole Home

Experience the charm of a meticulously restored 1898 craftsman-style historic building spanning 4,000 square feet.

Nestled just minutes from the San Marcos River and Texas State University, this spacious retreat comfortably accommodates large groups of 16 or more, offering both comfort and timeless elegance.

The Downtown Abbey is charming late victorian era estate centrally located in the center of San Marcos. It is walking distance to several incredible natural landmarks like the Blanco and San Marcos rivers. It is a short drive to both Austin and San Antonio. A perfect place to stay and relax or to explore Texas from.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

  • No pets allowed

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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is no 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Downtown Abbey - Whole Home to the airport?

This vacation home is 34.2 mi (42-min drive) away from the Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Downtown Abbey - Whole Home?

As of Sep 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Downtown Abbey - Whole Home on Sep 21, 2026 start from $768, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Downtown Abbey - Whole Home have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does The Downtown Abbey - Whole Home offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Downtown Abbey - Whole Home?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Downtown Abbey - Whole Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Downtown Abbey - Whole Home?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Downtown Abbey - Whole Home have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Downtown Abbey - Whole Home have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Downtown Abbey - Whole Home to downtown San Marcos?

This vacation home is 0.4 mi away from San Marcos.

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