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The House on the River

The House on the River

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View from deck of house down to the river.
Property grounds
Property grounds
Property grounds
Property grounds

Overview of The House on the River

4.8 out of 5 Exceptional
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12256 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Enjoy the area

San Marcos, TX
  • Popular LocationRio Vista Park12 min walk
  • Popular LocationSan Marcos River12 min walk
  • Popular LocationTexas State University3 min drive
  • AirportAustin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)35 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

3 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

The House on the River

The river house retreat is the perfect place to get away from it all. The two and a half acre lot is located on the beautiful San Marcos River, nestled under a canopy of pecan and cypress trees. It's your ideal home base for Texas State events, river fun and outlet shopping. We are a short drive from Austin so keep our property in mind for F-1 Circuit of the Americas, SXSW, ACL Fest & more!

AMENITIES
Amenities include a full kitchen (stove, refrigerator, oven, dishwasher and cookware), a washer, dryer and three bathrooms. The main attraction of this property is the river and beautiful yard.

The house features one large master bedroom with a king bed and en suite bathroom. Upstairs has one small bedroom with a queen size bed, and one large room with three full size beds and one twin bed that allow for dormitory style sleeping. There is also a bathroom upstairs with a newly installed tub/bath combo. The main living area has a large sectional which seats 4 people, along with 2 other chairs. The second entertaining area which is located off of the kitchen has 2 couches with reclining seats. . Both rooms have smart TV's. and DVD players. The house offers a deck off the back of the house for relaxing as well as a large covered pavilion down closer to the river with a BBQ pit and large smoker. We have several long folding tables to place food, as well as a picnic table for seating. The cement bank allows for easy access to the river via a triangle metal swing or ladder. You will enjoy sunbathing or reading your book on the floating dock.

FOR THOSE WITH CAT ALLERGIES: Though there are no cats living in the house, the property is home to five felines friendly felines, who are known to show up in the backyard for some impromptu petting.


HOUSE RULES:
--> Please read before booking with us!
CHECK IN / CHECK OUT
Check in after 2 pm. Check out 11am. We'll happily accommodate special requests whenever possible.
NO PARTIES OR EVENTS
Non-negotiable. Please don't even bother asking.
QUIET HOURS
Since this is a residential neighborhood, we ask that you please keep noise levels at a minimum throughout your stay, and that you especially observe quiet hours after 10 p.m. and before 8 a.m.
NO UNREGISTERED GUESTS
If more than the number of registered guests arrive, you will be asked to leave. Per VRBO policy, YOUR RESERVATION WILL BE CANCELLED WITHOUT A REFUND.
Booking with us means you agree to All Things. Do us both a favor and book only if you find our rules acceptable.

The short term rental city ordinance requires that no more than 12 people be allowed to stay on the property during the rental. We have limited driveway space so all cars must fit in the driveway and cannot be parked out on the street. WE WILL NOT RENT OUT TO COLLEGE STUDENTS looking to have a party and violate noise ordinances or damage property.

Property manager

Jennifer Richards

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside is permitted.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

San Marcos

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Rio Vista, a neighbourhood in San Marcos. Quail Creek Golf Club and Three Dudes Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit San Marcos Premium Outlets and Plaza East. Solar Eclipse 2024 and Aquarena Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.

What's nearby

  • Rio Vista Park - 12 min walk
  • San Marcos River - 12 min walk
  • San Marcos City Park - 1 min drive
  • Texas State University - 3 min drive
  • Bobcat Stadium - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 18 min walk
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • Industry - 2 min drive
  • Fuego Tortilla Grill-San Marcos - 14 min walk
  • Herbert's Taco Hut - 6 min walk
  • Ivar's River Pub - 6 min walk
  • The Root Cellar Cafe & Brewery - 1 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The House on the River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The House on the River?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The House on the River?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The House on the River located?

Located in Rio Vista, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ramon Lucio Park and Texas State University. Ramon Lucio Memorial Park and Rio Vista Park are also within 15 minutes. San Marcos Station is 18 minutes by foot.

Reviews

4.8

Exceptional

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4.5/5

Cleanliness

4.9/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

5/5

Location

4.9/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Samuel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Perfect spot for anyone looking to spend time on the river. Really helpful host and a great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

4/5 Good

Neil F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great River House
This house was perfect for our group of guys. Not fancy but the location and big yard along the river were perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

4/5 Good

Christina V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great river house
Lots of space in the home, and access to river is ideal! It’s what your looking for
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

5/5 Excellent

Matthew W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
BOYz trip
After spending days of our lives floating past this home, it was a dream come true to stay here. The house and property were beautiful and it was the perfect place to stay for a large group. The host was very accommodating and friendly. I can’t wait to come back here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

5/5 Excellent

Debra S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous stay!
We loved the house and property! Jennifer was an excellent communicator and provided lots of details when I asked questions before our stay. It was great to be right on the river - the house and yard were the perfect place for our family to gather. The house has a lot of character and the property is gorgeous - we would lover to go back - thank you Jennifer!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer Richards

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The River House was purchased by my grandparents in 1965 as a weekend vacation home. They retired from Southwestern Bell in Dallas a few years later and it then became their retirement home. They spent the next 30 years there entertaining family and friends. This property is near and dear to our hearts and we hope you will enjoy it as much as we have.

Why they chose this property

We inherited this property from our grandparents and plan on keeping in in the family for future generations to enjoy.

What makes this property unique

We are one of only eight houses located on the San Marcos River with the largest lot. Our property is located one mile from the beautiful Texas State campus.
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