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Converted Dairy Barn, One Acre San Marcos Gentle Slope Riverfront, Pickleball!

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, foosball, stereo
Game room
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Converted Dairy Barn, One Acre San Marcos Gentle Slope Riverfront, Pickleball!

Welcome to our families 3-bedroom, 3-bath river front (water front) vacation rental located in a converted dairy barn that has everything you need for a vacation that’s as relaxing or eventful as you want it to be! We love it as a family and keep adding fun things to do for a great experience. Treat it like your second home!
Need a little more sleeping room? We do have an Avion RV (a queen bedroom and full size couch pull down with bathroom and shower, small cooking area) looks like an Airstream, that can be added to your rental for an additional fee. Four people max (if added) for the RV please.
The RV is subject to be rented by other guests, at the same time of any rental, but there is enough outdoor space to handle both rentals.
This private one acre property has gradual access to the San Marcos river. Its like having a private park! With a basketball/pickleball court, indoor game rooms (smaller one has foosball, and darts, large one has a pool table) , several outdoor sitting areas, and beautiful river access, everyone in your group will be entertained for hours. There is plenty of indoor and outdoor spaces to accommodate everyone.
Due to current restrictions, we do not allow any guest count totals to be more than ten without prepaid and advance notice. If you want to have a larger day party, we can set that up with an extra fee and it must be pre-approved and pre-paid in advance. Violations of this policy will result in fines and you can be removed from the premises without refund. Unfortunately this had to be done once in 2023.
We have hosted baby showers, receptions, wedding proposals, Christmas parties, high school and Texas State graduation graduation parties, and we have had wedding here as well. Email for details!
Pets, as a rule are not allowed. With owner approval only, crated pets, and a $100 per pet fee, may be accepted. $250 fine per unauthorized pet, and you may be subject to removal without refund.
Quiet times are from 10PM - 10AM. We want you to enjoy outside, treat the place like your second home, and there are many games (pool, darts, foosball) inside. Smart TV's (WIFI of course) throughout, so plenty to do! We have been told that we are one of the best spots on the San Marcos river. There are two kayaks available for use. Just a quick trip away from cities like San Marcos, New Braunfels, Lockhart and Austin, so each day of your trip can be different.
6 reviews transferred from the previous management company.
Celebration Cabin
5/5
This place has it all for a group to stay and celebrate anything and everything! We had an amazing time as a family celebrating!
Stefanie
Published May 17, 2023
Great time!
5/5
Pickle ball court was really fun, and being on the river was awesome.
*This review was originally posted on VRBO (Evolve)
Will F.
Published April 4, 2023
Great family getaway
5/5
This home is a wonderful family getaway with great amenities! The owners literally thought of everything to make it a perfect long weekend!
*This review was originally posted on VRBO (Evolve)
Kristin B.
Published November 8, 2022
Great Entertainment House!
5/5
Plenty of room and things to do! Good river access, bring your river shoes!
*This review was originally posted on VRBO (Evolve)
Alex l.
Published October 4, 2022
FANTASTIC GETAWAY SPOT!!
5/5
We stayed a total of 9 nights with people ranging in age from 20 to 86. The house is exactly as advertised, quirky but in a really good way. The place is amazing. There is plenty of space and water for everyone. Brian had all the amenities. We thoroughly enjoyed the game room where we played blackjack long into the night!! Thanks for sharing your home! Highly recommend to anyone who wants fun on the water
*This review was originally posted on VRBO (Evolve)
Anonymous
Published September 8, 2022
5.0 · (14 reviews ) Overall from all sites previously managed by Evolve.
Cleanliness 4.9
Accuracy 5.0
Communication 4.9
Location 4.9
Check-in 5.0
Value 4.9

Property manager

Owner / Property Manager

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee grinder

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Foosball table
  • Arcade/game room
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Basketball 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

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

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Additional fees apply with guest counts over ten.
Long-term renters welcome
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 not indicated whether there is a 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

About the neighborhood

Map
Martindale, TX

What's nearby

  • Rio Vista Park - 7 min drive
  • Strahan Coliseum - 8 min drive
  • Bobcat Stadium - 8 min drive
  • Texas State University - 8 min drive
  • San Marcos Premium Outlets - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 14 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Converted Dairy Barn, One Acre San Marcos Gentle Slope Riverfront, Pickleball! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Converted Dairy Barn, One Acre San Marcos Gentle Slope Riverfront, Pickleball!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Converted Dairy Barn, One Acre San Marcos Gentle Slope Riverfront, Pickleball!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Converted Dairy Barn, One Acre San Marcos Gentle Slope Riverfront, Pickleball! located?

This family-friendly Martindale vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of San Marcos River and Three Dudes Winery. Aquarena Center and Texas State University are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Converted Dairy Barn, One Acre San Marcos Gentle Slope Riverfront, Pickleball! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B., Pearland, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
TX State family weekend
We had a great time celebrating with our son, friends, and family. We enjoyed all of the amenities that the property had to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jay g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place!
Terrific river front property. In the country but close to nearby amenities. Very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Guy's Weekend
I stayed at the Converted Dairy Barn with a group of 10 guys and the place was great. Plenty of room to spread out, the big room with the pool table was a great evening hang out area, the basketball and pickelball court kept us busy, and it was easy to take a quick dip in the river to cool off from the hot Texas summer heat. Great place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

-, Crosby, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun for all
We have stayed at several vacation rental properties throughout the years and the converted Dairy Barn in Martindale TX is one of the best. We had 10 people stay for 4 nights. Ages 5 to 73 and we all had a great time. We tubed twice at the house to the Scull Rd. bridge and it took about an hour. The first 10-15 mins were small rapids (FUN) mostly shallow. After that it was a nice slow tube ride. Maybe the best thing about tubing from the house is we were the only ones on that part of the river. We played in the water at the house everyday and also at Scull Rd. bridge. Did a little fishing as well. The best way to describe the house itself is pretty COOL. I (45 yr old Male) barely even hung out in the living room. There is a nice size pool/bar room in the back that has two large bay doors and two double doors that look out to the pickle ball court. Yes pickle ball court. Speaker system inside and outside, all kinds of games, kitchen area.... Nice covered back porch.... We spent most of our time in the pool/bar room or the back porch. Everybody played pool. Even my youngest two, 5 & 8. My only small cons: We could not find a toaster and please check for wasp in the outside bathroom. I know this is Texas in the summer and wasp are part of it. Just be on the look out and have some spray. And yes there is an outside bathroom. I dont remember seeing that on the property description. If you like having fun, playing in the river, being close to San Marcos & New Braunfels, ..... I w
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Texas State Graduation
Our family stayed here to attend our son’s graduation. It was great to stay away from the busy San Marcos area but still just a short drive away. Loved the peaceful portion on the river. The house is well equipped and very cute. Lots of fun and perfect for our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caryn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Birthday and Anniversary River Trip
This property was absolutely perfect for our multiple age groups get away! There was plenty of indoor and outdoor space and amenities for our active group of teens and kids to roam and play freely while the adult group relaxed in the shade. The serenity of the scenic views made for great social media backgrounds in the tons of photo shoots our teenage and young adult children shared ... AND provided the much needed relaxation the adults came to experience. #PerfectRiverTrip
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audrey S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding On The River
This property was beautiful and exactly what we needed to host our wedding party for our ceremony on the river. It was perfect and Brian was very very helpful in the planning process.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan E., Waco

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
We had an amazing trip, the house was the perfect size for our large family. The house had a ton of activities for the kids to stay busy either inside or outside the house. We definitely be booking again with them next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Misty M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway spot
We had a great time here! Everything was as described and host was very communicative. Beds were very comfortable and we enjoyed the activities/amenities on property.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot!
The property was beautiful and the game room and sports court were awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun place to stay!
We loved the place. From the decorations to the enginuity in construction, we thought it was great. Quiet BUT close to everything BUT still feels like you are in the country. Fun spacious place with a lot of genuine character. Only good things to say about the place. We will find a reason to stay there again! Bryan & Crew
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tully R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place!
The property is in a great location if planing on spending time on the river. The barn are and patio are is great to spend time with friends, plenty of room. Takes a while for the A/C to cool off the house area, but would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meghan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
We stayed at the Riverbarn for a baseball tournament we had at Texas State. The house was conveniently located to every field we played at it was a no brainer to stay here. The property was absolutely perfect for our family. They had everything you needed to entertain kids. We will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023