At this holiday home you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Ramon Lucio Park and Ramon Lucio Memorial Park. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features 3 bathrooms, a fireplace and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a dining area and a TV are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Rio Vista holiday home include Texas State University and San Marcos Premium Outlets.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 36 min drive
Restaurants
Industry - 2 min drive
Fuego Tortilla Grill - 14 min walk
Herbert's Taco Hut - 6 min walk
Ivar's River Pub - 6 min walk
Chimy's - 1 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.
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.
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
General
Garden
Unit size: 2,760 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 30
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
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside is 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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
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.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.
Property is also known as
River House Retreat San Marcos
River House Retreat
River Retreat San Marcos
The River House Retreat Marcos
The River House Retreat San Marcos
The River House Retreat Private vacation home
The River House Retreat Private vacation home San Marcos
Frequently asked questions
Does The House on the River have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
Is The House on the River family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as a playground, laundry facilities and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that The House on the River is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at The House on the River?
No, The House on the River does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at The House on the River?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.