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The Library - A Hill Country Cottage

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A blue cabin with a porch, surrounded by trees, and a hammock.
A room with a sloped ceiling, a wooden staircase, a round table with chairs, a door with a window, and a hanging light fixture.
A rustic building with a sign reading 'The Library,' surrounded by trees and a gravel path.
Living Room / Lounge
A room with a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a bed with a patterned bedspread.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Your own private chef
    One of the few properties offering private chef services.

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Garden
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 01

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 02

3 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Garden

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About the area

San Marcos

Located in San Marcos, this cottage is in the city centre and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Blanco Shoals Natural Area and Purgatory Creek Natural Area, while Charles S. Cock House Museum and Texas Music Theater are cultural highlights. Meadows Center for Water and the Environment and San Marcos Discovery Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and cycling.
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San Marcos, TX

What's nearby

  • Texas State University - 12 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Bobcat Stadium - 13 min drive - 11.3 km
  • San Marcos River - 13 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Meadows Center for Water and the Environment - 13 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Strahan Coliseum - 14 min drive - 11.6 km

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Kerbey Lane Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Wake the Dead Coffee House - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Grins Restaurant - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Library - A Hill Country Cottage pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Library - A Hill Country Cottage?

As of 5 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Library - A Hill Country Cottage on 18 January 2027 start from NZ$338, 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.

How much is parking at The Library - A Hill Country Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Library - A Hill Country Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Library - A Hill Country Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Library - A Hill Country Cottage located?

Located in the heart of San Marcos, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Meadows Center for Water and the Environment, Bobcat Stadium and Sewell Park. San Marcos River and Bobcat Softball Stadium are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was an absolute delight and the place was clean and fun.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
it was fun to stay outside of san marcus where it felt you were way back in the country.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really cute and really rustic! Very clean cabin and the hosts provided all necessities!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really loved the location and were excited to find this cute house outside the city. Quick, helpful, and polite responses from the host. Such a cute home.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was such a beautiful, fun place to stay! Eclectic style, quaint, quiet and super cozy! Ryan was an amazing host, very responsive.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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