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Cousins River Retreat I Log Home, River, Hot tub

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Game room
Exterior
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

4.0 out of 10

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12334 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Martindale, TX
  • San Marcos River
    1 min walk
  • Redwood Arena
    8 min drive
  • Quail Creek Golf Club
    12 min drive
  • Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    40 min drive

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About the area

Martindale

With a stay at this vacation home in Martindale, you'll be on a river, within a 15-minute drive of Texas State University and San Marcos River. .This vacation home is 12.3 mi (19.8 km) from San Marcos Premium Outlets and 5.5 mi (8.8 km) from Three Dudes Winery.

What's nearby

  • Rio Vista Park - 14 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Strahan Coliseum - 14 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Bobcat Stadium - 14 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Texas State University - 14 min drive - 14.8 km
  • San Marcos Premium Outlets - 20 min drive - 19.8 km

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 18 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Taco Feliz - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Three Dudes Winery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Yanez Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hays Co Burgers & Bar-B-Que - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria Jesus - ‬8 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.

Cousins River Retreat I Log Home, River, Hot tub

Welcome to Cousins River Retreat, a sprawling log home along the enchanting San Marcos River. With 5 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, this haven of rustic luxury comfortably accommodates up to 12 guests, providing the perfect backdrop for unforgettable gatherings and serene getaways.

Embrace the leisurely pace of hill country living in lovely Martindale as you spend sun-drenched days laid-back floating on the pristine San Marcos River waters, and as the night sky unfolds, sink into the soothing embrace of the relaxing hot tub beneath a canopy of stars.

A warm and inviting welcome awaits you on the front porch, where rocking chairs beckon you to unwind and savor the tranquility of the surroundings. Step inside, and the log cabin charm takes center stage, beautifully intertwined with creative bursts of color and texture. Wood, tile, and metal elements harmonize, capturing the essence of rustic elegance that defines Cousins River Retreat.

The pulse of excitement resonates from the game room, where accents of fun and playfulness set the stage for thrilling entertainment. Engage in friendly competition as you test your skills on the pool table, relive the glory days with vintage pinball machines, and let the rhythm of days gone by flow from the jukebox. A large screen television completes the experience, ensuring cinematic adventures for all.
For the culinary enthusiasts, the luxury gourmet kitchen stands ready to fulfill your culinary aspirations. Equipped with a double oven, an extra-large fridge, and plenty of counter space, to prepare and savor family favorites together. With an abundance of seating for meals at the bar and 2 dining tables, offering ample space and all that is needed to whip up delicious feasts for your loved ones.
The living space overlooks the tranquil river views, providing a soothing backdrop for relaxation and connection. Just off this space, the master bedroom exudes a distinct Texas charm, featuring a king-size bed, an armoire, and rustic accents. An ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower adds to the comfort and convenience of the space.

Venturing upstairs reveals four additional rooms, each thoughtfully designed for comfort and style. One bedroom boasts a king bed adorned with soft linens and an attached bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The third bedroom embraces a queen bed, while the adjacent fourth bedroom beckons with three full beds. Bedroom five delights with a vibrant array of six twin beds, promising a colorful and cozy retreat.

As you step onto the back porch be greeted by the serene beauty of the river, inviting you to spend your days floating lazily on its gentle currents. As the sun sets, the magic continues. Immerse yourself in relaxation as you unwind under a blanket of stars in the roomy hot tub, where the soothing waters provide the perfect backdrop for heartfelt conversations and cherished memories. Cousins River Retreat welcomes you to bask in the blend of comfort, charm, and adventure, ensuring a vacation experience that lingers in your heart long after you depart.
Looking for an outing for the day San Marcos and Wimberley are only minutes away. San Marcos, home to Texas State University offers shopping, delicious restaurants, and fun water tubing with a shuttle service. Wimberley’s downtown square is home to wonderful restaurants and plenty of shopping. Enjoy swimming, and hiking at the famous Jacobs Well, Zip Line Adventure, or Blue Hole Regional Park offers swimming and nature trails. Take a drive to Canyon Lake and rent a boat or jet skis for a fun afternoon. Overlook Park offers fabulous views of Canyon Lake as well as the Dam. Rent a pontoon boat, or jet ski on Canyon Lake. Take a day trip to Gruene, home to the historic Gruene Hall, enjoy music and dancing, or dine at the delicious Gristmill Restaurant. New Braunfels offers lots of fun, float the beautiful Guadalupe River, rent paddle boats or picnic at Landa Park, swim at the Spring Fed Pool, spend the day at Schlitterbahn Water Park, or visit one of the local wineries or breweries for wine or beer tasting.

*The health and safety of our guests is paramount. Cleanliness is always our top priority. We offer a 24-hour guest service contact number for emergencies and messages will be answered promptly. Arrive after four o’clock when it is convenient for you with an easy and contactless check in and out process for our guests.

*Please note the property is monitored by exterior cameras.

*Please note – Rates are based on the number of guests entered in the reservation quote – any additional guests may incur additional charges. The occupancy listed is the max occupancy this property can accommodate.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a spa tub, or other amenities including an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property manager

Hill Country Premier Lodging

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Games room

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

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 installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 3600 sq ft (334 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

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Cousins River Retreat I Log Home, River, Hot tub Reviews

Reviews

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Cleanliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Aaron G., Spring

Disliked: Cleanliness
Has potential
I would like to start off by saying this place has lots of potential. Lots of beds for everyone. Lots of space. The kitchen is great. Kitchen stocked very well. Plenty of bathrooms for everyone. But- to start, communicating with the management company was very slow. I sent mult emails 2 days before our check in to get additional information about the property. Didn’t receive response until 2 hours before we were supposed to check in. The place was filthy, bugs in every window sill, and floors,trash on floors upstairs, bloody q-tips on night stand upstairs. Dusty, cobwebs all over. The entire place just felt dirty. Some of the beds you could tell had been slept in and they just relaid the beds and didn’t wash the sheets. Grass had not been mowed outside knee high. Which made it very hard to see where the 20’ drop off ledge started. The ladder going down to the river needs repairs. Many things around the house didn’t work. Pin ball game didn’t work, along with the other game. Ice machine didn’t work. Many things around the house in disrepair. For what they are charging for this place, one would expect these things to be working, maintained and clean. I don’t mind paying a premium as long as I get my money’s worth. With this place, you definitely are not getting your money worth. Lastly: the neighbors confronted my sister at arrival asking who she was and what she was doing there. Then they complained about playing music after 10 pm. Which we constantly checked the volume on.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024