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Luxury Estate in DWELL mag! Burning Creek Hill Country Retreat w/ Pool & Spa!

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House designed by Craig McMahon was featured in Dwell Magazine
Large pool and pool deck with comfortable seating
Comfortable, light filled living area
Enjoy a meal with family and friends
Wood burning fire pit with comfortable chairs (please bring  firewood).

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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San Marcos, TX
  • San Marcos Premium Outlets
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Rio Vista Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Texas State University
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Bedroom #2

1 King Bed

Loft Bedroom #1

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Loft Bedroom #2

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom #1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom #2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Luxury Estate in DWELL mag! Burning Creek Hill Country Retreat w/ Pool & Spa!

Everything you need to get away, but without having to drive hours off the beaten path to get there. At Burning Creek you will have exclusive use of the 15 acres, private home and pool and spa (seasonal, more information below).

An open floor plan provides a common living area with an 1880's Harvest Table, efficient kitchen, and comfortable living room all pulled together by a Danish wood-burning stove. The kitchen includes a gas cooktop, vented microwave, full-size electric oven, toaster oven, stainless appliances, a refrigerator, and fully stocked cabinets with cookware and dinner ware. The coffee bar includes a drip coffee maker, Kuerig, and French press. This kitchen has everything you need to cook and serve dinner at a table that seats 8 to 10 friends and family.

Amenities include WiFi, flat screen TV, Apple TV (with apps like Netflix, etc.), LG soundbar for music, central heat/air, washer/dryer, Danish wood burning stove, 2 en suite bathrooms, with walk in showers and high-end linens. A third shower with privacy and hot water is located outside for a true summer-in-Texas' experience.

The house comfortably sleeps 10 people in the following arrangement:
Bedroom #1 - King Bed
Bedroom #2: King Bed
Bedroom #3 (loft): One regular Twin bed, one convertible Twin bed that pulls out to make into a King (two identical mattresses lay side by side on the same platform) - Accessed via stairs that should be used like a ladder.
Bedroom #4 (loft): One regular Twin bed, one convertible Twin bed that pulls out to make into a King (two identical mattresses lay side by side on the same platform) - Accessed via stairs that should be used like a ladder.

There are two workstations. One of the bedrooms has a comfortable desk and chair with a large monitor that can connect to laptops with the provided cable. A second bedroom has a desk and chair only.

Connect with nature! Lay out by the private pool. Soak in the hot tub in cool weather. Take a walk outside. The landscape is designed to be in tune with the natural environment using xeriscaping principles. You will find huge shade trees surrounding the cabin and a sparkling pool with large deck overlooking the hill country landscape. The back porch is a great place to relax with friends. A fire pit nearby beckons gatherings most of the year. Follow the flagstone path and soak in the hot tub under the café lights. Relax while you pass the hours with a good book, a sip of iced tea, or grill up some steaks and have a glass of wine. Off the back porch there's a great chance you'll see deer, fox, coyote, armadillo, a flock of turkeys and other interesting wildlife pass along the creeks. There is a propane gas grill, a gas fire pit (pool deck), wood burning fire pit (across the creek from the house) and table and chairs for gathering or lounging out back.

Both bathrooms are en suite, meaning both bathrooms can be kept functionally private inside the bedroom areas.

SEASONAL SPA: The Spa is heated and functional from September 15th through May 31st. During the hot months of summer, the spa is drained and unavailable.

Kindly note:

- We are firm on our house rules and do not make exceptions. This includes, but is not limited to, our NO PET policy and our cancellation policy. Please do not request exceptions to these rules. If pets are seen on the property, you will be asked to vacate the property immediately and a fine will be assessed of $500.

- Small children and non-swimmers should never be left unattended outdoors where there is access to the pool.

- Furnishings and fixtures are sometimes replaced with newer items in an effort to keep Burning Creek a luxury retreat. Upon arrival, you may discover that furniture or fixtures in the pictures have been replaced by new items. These changes should not materially affect the use of the space and are always intended to improve the property

Property manager

Dorothy Hickerson
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
House is not suitable for non-swimmers or toddlers
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guests are responsible for ensuring children are supervised at all times when outdoors.
No Spray Tans in the Hot Tub. The tan chemical comes off and stains the spa walls. A fee of $100 will be assesed for damage related to spray tans.
No Glitter, Confetti, or placing tape or hooks on the walls

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 fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

San Marcos

Located in San Marcos, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Gruene Hall is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at San Marcos River and Comal River. Consider Whitewater Amphitheatre for a night out or Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark if you're travelling with kids. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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San Marcos, TX

What's nearby

  • San Marcos Premium Outlets - 10 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park - 15 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Aquarena Springs Museum - 15 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Rio Vista Park - 16 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Texas State University - 17 min drive - 13.7 km

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 17 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury Estate in DWELL mag! Burning Creek Hill Country Retreat w/ Pool & Spa! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Luxury Estate in DWELL mag! Burning Creek Hill Country Retreat w/ Pool & Spa! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Estate in DWELL mag! Burning Creek Hill Country Retreat w/ Pool & Spa!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Estate in DWELL mag! Burning Creek Hill Country Retreat w/ Pool & Spa!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Estate in DWELL mag! Burning Creek Hill Country Retreat w/ Pool & Spa! located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of San Marcos Premium Outlets, Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park and Texas Ski Ranch. Young County Arena and San Marcos River are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 74 reviews
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kendra L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Hideaway

Perfect place for family to connect
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful country stay!

Great for both country lovers and design junkies!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cameron G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best VRBO experience

My family uses VRBO often for gatherings and vacations. This was my favorite easily, location is secluded but close to town, pool and hot tub plus fire pits are amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

ALFONSO C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Take me to Texas

This is the second time our family has rented this property. It really is so peaceful and relaxing. Love it here. The views are awesome.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house!!

Had a fantastic girls’ getaway at Burning Creek. The house was perfect for the 7 of us. Great coffee bar and kitchen, comfy beds and enough seating for all. The pool was heavenly - spent most of our time just lounging. Close to Greune and shopping but felt like we were miles from anyone. So serene and peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cutter B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friend river trip

The property was awesome. We loved the pool!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan V., Houston

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property

The property was awesome, and very well set up. Perfect for a lot of time outdoors. We had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house

We had a wonderful stay at this property. It's just as described in the listing. Enjoyed our trip so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time!

We had the kids and their families over thanksgiving meet here. It was a great time and the kids loved running around exploring, making s’mores around the bon fire, and enjoying the hot tub. All the adults loved it too! Great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy C., Huntersville, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely visit!

We had a great time staying here with friends. It offered plenty of space outside for all our kids to explore, climb trees, and wear themselves out. :) The beds were comfy and we loved the fire pit!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terrei K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little Piece of Heaven

Great getaway !! If you are looking for peace and quiet this is the place !!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Richard O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Home

We really enjoyed our stay at this awesome home. We were down for college graduation and it covered every check on our list of what we wanted and expected. Owner was very nice and was very accommodating. Would definitely recommend and reserve again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

jennifer l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Space

We had the best time, the property is incredible. Although the weather shifted a little the kids spent lots of time in the pool, loved the loft, the adults enjoyed the hot tub, the outdoor shower was cool. It was a great space for our family to get together- thank you for sharing it with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hill Country Hideaway

The use of space in the home is so efficient and the wraparound windows bring the outdoors in. It is so beautifully decorated and designed. It is a great hub for day trips. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great, again

Lovely property. Dorothy is great host
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dustin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing house and very relaxing

One of the best designed and accomodating houses we have ever rented. You can tell that a ton of thought went into the house and its location on the property. The interior design and furnishings were all top notch. Exceeded our expectations and exactly what we needed to unwind with our kids after summer camp in the Texas Hill Country.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon C., Brock, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing little oasis

We had the best time relaxing at this gorgeous property. The beds were comfortable, the house was clean and the pool was just what we needed to cool off from the heat. The house is close to Target and lots of restaurants, but it doesn't seem like it would be because it's tucked away down a gravel road, away from everyone else.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shawnaka H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay for a family!

This was a great place to stay for our family! The pool was great! Deer hung out most of the day around the yard, very easy to see up close! Spotted an armadillo and a group of turkeys! The house was well stocked with family games and a number of housing amenities! The host was great in communicating and very accommodating! We loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aimee R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great rustic retreat

We had a wonderful time on the property! House was perfect and incredibly well equipped for who ever might want to stay there. The only problem we incurred was trying to get car services to the home, which we worked around. Overall super lovely experience and highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Leslie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Secluded Retreat

Burning Creek is such a wonderful property to visit. It is close to town yet tucked away on a beautiful landscape so that you feel very secluded. The house is beautiful and comfortable - the beds were the best of any rental property we've stayed in. We loved the wall to ceiling windows on either side of the living room which allowed us to gave out at the scenery and spot deer grazing in the early mornings. The pool was fantastic and the house well equipped with everything we needed. We highly recommend this property for a relaxing getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Angie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Country retreat

We loved this pretty property in a private country location, but still close enough to town and to both San Marcos and Gruene. The beds, bedding and pillows are wonderful! The views from the home are so relaxing and the two lofts made my young boys feel as if in a treehouse. The pool is super clean! All the seating and tables indoor and out made meals together so nice. Kitchen, grill and washer and coffee bar amenities were perfect! Spacious master bath and the soaps and towels provided were so nice! Will recommend friends to stay and hope to stay again too!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet perfection

The architecture of the home is exceptional for a rental. The hosts went above and beyond to make our stay special. Previous guests caused damage to the property that the host remedied immediately. Showing care for our visit made all the difference- truly nice people. Meeting my parent from the east coast and driving from the west coast after so long apart, we wanted a quiet summer oasis. The pool, kitchen, large living room sofa for movies- enabled us to make some lasting memories.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lyn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serenity amid the busyness

Fabulous getaway! Off the beaten path but close to what the Hill Country has to offer. We stayed at Burning Creek in November 2020. Our family is "COVID-tired" like everyone else. The amenities are as advertised - no surprises. We had one issue and the property manager was very responsive and it was resolved within hours. We loved our time at Burning Creek and recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Diane D., Tyler, texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family time

Wonderful property. The pool was crystal clear and very enjoyable even in the rainy weather. The beds so comfortable! The two loft bedrooms are up some steep stairs. The three year old could not negotiate those nor could I as an older person. Would be great for younger family with teens or older children. Dorothy such a joy to work with - made the process easy. The peacefulness was what we needed after this past year. We plan on coming back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ellie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Property - Family Getaway

Burning Creek was a peaceful, relaxing property - perfect for our family to spend some quality vacation time together. The property feels expansive, private and remote, even though it is tucked within a neighborhood just a few miles from the interstate. The house is perfectly sited on the land - effectively taking advantage of natural cross ventilation - and setting up two distinct experiences of the landscape to the north, (shaded creek views with firepit) and the south, (broad prairie views with plenty of sun and pool). The house is clean, relatively new, and modern, but still maintains a 'cabin' feel to it because of it's connection to the landscape. Our kids loved the lofts, pool and hot tub.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

About the host

Hosted by Dorothy Hickerson

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We are a family of 4 that loves to travel. This home is our labor of love and we are so happy to share it with with guests from near and far . We are excited to welcome you as our guests.

Why they chose this property

This house is minutes from the San Marcos outlet malls, restaurants, Target, Schlitterbahn, New Braunfels, Gruene, San Marcos and river fun. Enjoy all the conveniences, but experience life in the country. The house is set on 15 acres with a lovely pool and heated spa and offers vacationers the best of both worlds.

What makes this property unique

From the moment you drive in from the front gate, you'll feel yourself relax and unwind. This beautiful home comfortably sleeps two families or groups of friends with lots of living space both indoors and out. Enjoy the sparkling pool, heated spa, wildlife and country views.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests