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Cottonseed Falls I River Access, Family fun

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Riverside firepit
Aerial view of home situated along San Marcos River
Beautiful lawns separating house from river
Daylight view of home front
House and garden looking toward San Marcos River

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12269.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Martindale, TX
  • Rio Vista Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Texas State University
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • San Marcos Premium Outlets
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Cottonseed Falls I River Access, Family fun

Step back to a bygone era where families had a slower pace of life and could genuinely enjoy the company of those closest to them. Without the distractions of the busy lifestyles that are so prevalent today, they enjoyed the sound of river flowing by and the gentle breezes off the water while sipping a tall glass of iced tea on the porch and watching the kids play on the lawn. If that sounds too good to be true, you haven’t visited the Retreat at Cottonseed Falls yet!

This family homestead located on one of the most spectacular spots on the San Marcos River was built in 1920 and has been in the family of the current owners now since 1950. Lovingly restored and brought into modern times by the very people that were raised within the walls, the history and sense of peace and pride that permeate the space is apparent to all that enter.

Inside the home are three private bedrooms and a large bunk room each with comfortable bedding and relaxing atmosphere. There are three separate living areas making this space an ideal location not only for family getaways but small corporate retreats as well. The kitchen is completely modern and can provide as much inspiration for any budding designers as any show on HGTV! The best parts to many are the small details throughout the home. From the hand painted saw on the entry wall that has been a part of this home’s history for as long as anyone can remember, to the family cattle brand painted on the floor of the living room. Every room has such a storied history and interesting features that everyone that visits will constantly discover something new.

As if the inside were not enough, the outdoor space is an absolute treasure. The 800 square feet of deck overlooks a luscious lawn perfect for a friendly game of touch football or simply throwing a Frisbee around. The spectacular beauty of the river is mesmerizing. The gentle curves and the majestic trees towering above make this place very special indeed. A fire pit has been added to the riverbank for an evening of s’mores and tall tales, and an outdoor shower installed near the porch for any river dippers.

You will be able to marvel at the night sky without all the city lights competing with the stars and the sounds of nature soothe the soul. We hope that you create as many memories and that this place touches your heart as much as it has the family that has allowed us to share it. After a stay at The Retreat at Cottonseed Falls, we know it will become a favorite destination for years to come.

***Please note - security cameras are in use at the entrance to the property***

**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 – 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.

Property manager

Hill Country Premier Lodging
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

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

About the area

Martindale

Located in Martindale, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Charles S. Cock House Museum and Hays County Historic Courthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Three Dudes Winery and Quail Creek Golf Club. San Marcos Discovery Center and Meadows Center for Water and the Environment are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Martindale, TX

What's nearby

  • Rio Vista Park - 8 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Strahan Coliseum - 8 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Bobcat Stadium - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Texas State University - 8 min drive - 9.0 km
  • San Marcos Premium Outlets - 14 min drive - 17.1 km

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 15 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 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 Cottonseed Falls I River Access, Family fun pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cottonseed Falls I River Access, Family fun?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottonseed Falls I River Access, Family fun?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cottonseed Falls I River Access, Family fun located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from San Marcos River and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Three Dudes Winery. Quail Creek Golf Club and Bobcat Ballpark are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Suzanne B.

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

Family gathering

The property was amazing. There were quite a few dirty dishes that were put away in drawers in the cabinets from previous guests. And one of the back bedroom doors were unlocked when we arrived. It worked out well for us, although for older people, some of the transitions within The house and step down into certain areas could be a challenge.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Cynthia E.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Not what I expected

The house has no curtains on the living room or kitchen area, no privacy. The first day there someone got really close to our work trucks at night. And our last night there someone wrote on our truck to not block mailbox. Even though I got there at 7pm and checked out at 8am no mailman at that time . Parking space is very limited.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen C.

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

Great place!

The house is the perfect location for a relaxing family get away. My boys love playing in the river and fishing. I enjoyed reading books on the back patio. Thanks for sharing your home
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Bethany H.

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

Short getaway to end spring break

Check in was super easy. House is spacious and the property grounds are abundant. Liked the huge deck. The location being right on the San Marcos with easy entry made for a great time fishing. It was shallow enough to stand and walk out in to do so and we saw several kayakers and paddle boarders go by. The house is definitely older but has a lot of character and some updates too. Nice bathrooms, linens and bedding as another guest said. Overall pretty good and worked out just fine for our family of 4. Personally I tend to not care too much for too many personal effects in a vacation home. But some of the pieces added to the character of the home and it was cool to wonder about their history. Overall a good stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nedra H.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John P.

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

Great spacious and interesting property.

Loved our stay. Property is bigger and nicer than it looked in the listing. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff L.

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

Fantastic River Retreat

Beautiful property with excellent and mostly private river access. We will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Shannon W.

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

Beautiful Riverfront

We enjoyed our short stay at Cottonseed Falls. The only negative was that it needed a deep clean. We didn't really get in the river (just a quick wade) as it ran swiftly through the area. Overall, it was peaceful and quaint.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Moses C.

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

Best experience

Everything was exactly as stated and better. Will definitely stay again if welcomed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristal M.

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

Family fun weekend

This is a great place. It was perfect for our family. We will be back soon ! The only thing I would change is to have the lawn man come on a morning when place is not rented or after a guest leaves . We could not sit outside and enjoy the cool morning air and beautiful view due to the dust and grass flying from the mower . Otherwise it is just perfect ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke K.

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

Nice Family Stay

Great place. You can tell it’s been in the family a long time, since the 30s? Clean property, cool location on the river too. The river runs a bit quick in this portion, enough to where I didn’t turn my back on the three kids ages 3/6/9. We would stay again. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Sandy N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice spot on the river!

We enjoyed the location of this vacation rental, and made some delicious meals in the kitchen. We played games in the dining room and had a cozy fire in the fire pit outside. However, we found the place to be dusty, ceiling fan in main bedroom was covered, floors needed attention and the furniture needed it, too. The bunk room wasn't clean and the commode needed scrubbing. Overall, it just needed Spring cleaning and de-cluttering, hopefully we just caught it when the cleaning service was tired of 2023😁
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Ann D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Almost Great

A beautiful house with beautiful memories in a stunning location. The layout of the house was perfect for our party of 8 attending a family wedding in Lockhart. Unfortunately, the door of the third bathroom was jammed open and couldn’t be shut. This made the bathroom unusable for us. I sent pictures to the property management company and got no response. I requested a credit to my account because we paid for three bathrooms but only two were useable. No response. Very disappointing. We would stay here again if managed by a different company.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Peggy O.

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

I'd Love to Live Here

This is a lovely home with amazing river access for those who like to fish or simply sit on the banks and soak in the beauty of the canopy of trees while listening to the babbling waters flow. The rooms and bathroomsare really nice sized and the back porch is fantastic! We loved meandering through the garden of native Texas plants dotted with whimisical garden accents. The back room with bunk beds would be ideal for family gatherings with little ones. We're not there yet but this would accommodate grandchildren beautifully! Push the highway out three miles and it would be perfection! You can't hear it inside or if you're at the river. Plenty of kitchen equipment. It'd be fabulous for Thanksgiving!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff L.

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

Great retreat in Martindale

This property is well situated on the river with great access and basically the whole river to yourself. Huge cypress trees shade most of the river and immediate shores. A beautiful setting. The house is great for family and friends. We enjoyed our stay and will return next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Terrie W.

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

Nice stay

River was nice and house is as advertised.
Stayed 17 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Pete S.

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

River Stay

Fun Stay. Nice House. A little off the beaten path. Worked well for our family.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

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

Perfect getaway

If you are looking for a fun house on the river for your family, this is the place to pick. We have stayed the last 5 years and is great everytime.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin H.

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

River weekend

Great, spacious house for a river weekend with friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Karin M.

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

Great Spot - Great Backyard

We stayed here with our family of four (two boys) and my parents. It was a perfect spot to get away after a baseball tourney. House was much bigger than it looked online. Backyard/river/porches were amazing. We spent a ton of time outside fishing, playing, and relaxing. Is minutes from Don's Fish Camp too if you'd like to get in the river there as well. Highly recommend! Houes has such a cool historical charm
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary V.

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

Beautiful and rustic

Great location on. the river, historical yet modernized living quarters. Rooms were perfect for our needs with the large bunkhouse room for the graduates. Liked the 3 thermostats to control various rooms. Got swarmed by beetles one the porch one night but that's a texas thing, overfull load of laundry semi dry in dryer when we arrive3d, that's about the only sub optimal aspect of our stay. River was perfect for cooling down, good privacy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent P.

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

Greta house and river!

Awesome time. Great house and river! Not complaints at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P., Prosper, TX

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

Fishing & Kayaking

Our family had a great trip at this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne E.

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

Beautiful home on the river

Absolutely wonderful home on the river. We loved our stay. The second story deck was incredible and was a wonderful place to enjoy coffee in the morning and great conversation at night seated on outdoor sofas and chairs looking at the night sky. Beds were very comfortable. Spacious common areas and cozy nooks provided a great place to enjoy games and company. The river and trees were beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

jeffrey s., Helotes

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

Wonderful property

We loved the house, the history, the property, the river!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

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