Title: Private River Oasis Pool, Hot Tub & Family Fun - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Private Riverfront Estate Sleeps 22 Pool Hot Tub for Families and Reunions Family-friendly vacation home with a water park and a fitness center ## Photo gallery for Private Riverfront Estate Sleeps 22 Pool Hot Tub for Families and Reunions ![Property grounds - Private Riverfront Estate Sleeps 22 Pool Hot Tub for Families and Reunions (Martindale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108930000/108925600/108925590/a02e97b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Private Riverfront Estate Sleeps 22 Pool Hot Tub for Families and Reunions (Martindale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108930000/108925600/108925590/2419f963.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Private Riverfront Estate Sleeps 22 Pool Hot Tub for Families and Reunions (Martindale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108930000/108925600/108925590/f11b76d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, printers - Private Riverfront Estate Sleeps 22 Pool Hot Tub for Families and Reunions (Martindale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108930000/108925600/108925590/7641e23a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool - Private Riverfront Estate Sleeps 22 Pool Hot Tub for Families and Reunions (Martindale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108930000/108925600/108925590/62a3c3be.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled on the beautiful San Marcos River, Cottonseed offers a serene retreat in a rural community. With .65 acres of nature, unwind by the pool/hot tub or explore your surroundings. Two casitas and a main house provide ample space for you and your guests to relax. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 192514 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Private Riverfront Estate Sleeps 22 Pool Hot Tub for Families and Reunions \-Sleeps 22 (26 w/ air mattresses) \-Private pool + hot tub \-Playground + trampoline \-Quiet, private setting with starry nights \-10 minutes to dining, music, and shopping \-Dock currently being rebuilt; alternate river access \~1 mile away (views unchanged) Private riverfront estate overlooking the spring-fed San Marcos River—built for unforgettable group stays. Perfect for family reunions, retreats, and milestone celebrations—just 10 minutes from downtown San Marcos. Main house plus two private casitas = together-time without crowding. IDEAL FOR • Multi-family vacations • Corporate or wellness retreats • Graduation weekends & milestone birthdays • Large groups wanting privacy, nature, and space • Wedding parties (off-site venue) NOT A FIT FOR • Late-night party groups • Guests seeking nightlife, walkable bars, or late-night activity Professionally managed by a Premier Host with 8+ years specializing in large-group stays. The property is meticulously maintained and purpose-built for large groups. SLEEPING & LAYOUT • Main house with shared living, dining, and kitchen (sleeps 10) • Two separate private casitas for added space and privacy (sleeps 4 and 8 respectively) • Ideal for multi-family groups, retreats, or mixed-age gatherings (comfortably sleeps 22) • Separate structures allow early sleepers, families with kids, and night owls to coexist comfortably. • Clear sleeping arrangements and linens provided for all standard beds. Quiet hours and occupancy limits are strictly enforced to protect the property and ensure a peaceful experience for neighbors and guests alike. If disturbances occur, the reservation may be ended early. These policies allow us to maintain a peaceful, high-quality experience for respectful guests. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Hot tub - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchenette - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 4 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 5 steps to reach entrance - 6 accessible parking spaces - Area rugs in public areas - Cobblestone flooring in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No elevator - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible pool - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Bicycles - Gym - Heated pool - Water park - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rafting nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - 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 - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bicycle parking - Bicycles - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Recycling - Unit size: 2,514 square feet ## Similar properties ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101300000/101296900/101296818/b2af05b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Windwalker Ranch Getaway - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C29.85137%2C-97.86705&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=6dPg46R8aQCSdq5_klfXxtqbSuc=) Martindale, TX #### What's nearby - San Marcos River \- 1 min walk \- 0.1 km - Texas State University \- 9 min drive \- 9.8 km - Strahan Coliseum \- 9 min drive \- 9.8 km - San Marcos Premium Outlets \- 12 min drive \- 17.2 km - University of Texas at Austin \- 36 min drive \- 62.7 km #### Getting around - San Marcos Station - 23 min drive - Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 52 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬10 min drive - ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬12 min drive - ‪P. Terry's Burger Stand - ‬12 min drive - ‪First Watch - ‬11 min drive - ‪Chuy's - ‬12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Riverfront, Pool, Hot Tub, Families, Sleeps 22+ have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Private Riverfront Estate Sleeps 22 Pool Hot Tub for Families and Reunions? ### Is Riverfront, Pool, Hot Tub, Families, Sleeps 22+ pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Riverfront, Pool, Hot Tub, Families, Sleeps 22+? ### What time is check-out at Riverfront, Pool, Hot Tub, Families, Sleeps 22+? ### Where is Riverfront, Pool, Hot Tub, Families, Sleeps 22+ located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Private Riverfront Estate Sleeps 22 Pool Hot Tub for Families and Reunions Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 8 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ronnie K. Nov 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay for family weekend. Really nice place with plenty of room for a large family. Would not hesitate to stay again. ##### Ronnie K. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roberto S. Aug 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice getaway Peaceful and clean place to get away from the loudness of the city I had nothing bad to say about the stay ##### Roberto S. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeff W. Jul 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Had a great get together with friends and family. Very nice place to stay with this many people. The pool and hot tub were well taken care of. Easy access to both Austin, San Antonio and definitely the San Marcos river. ##### Jeff W. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diego D. May 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Graduation Great place for a family getaway, very pls with the whole set of the house. ##### Diego D. Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle S. Jun 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Family Gathering We had our entire family gather here for a long 4 day weekend - 12 adults, 4 kiddos and 1 infant!There was more than enough sleeping space and the 2 separate casitas were great for those that wanted a little more seclusion! The property is beautiful and very rustic and our kiddos had a blast! We floated the river 2 days and got to all go and watch Pawpaw play in a Sr Softball tournament! We cooked all of our meals together and had everything we needed!Fun family memories that will last a lifetime!! We would highly recommend this property for large groups and multiple families wanting to gather together in one fun place! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/c8bb87e7-ad4c-41c3-af0f-aba899758948-1750513523312.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3045aacf-9b8f-4179-b17f-a4c4019d10e0-1750513523272.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ea02302d-fd69-42bc-bdf6-c863ba2d9b8a-1750513523378.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/63768091-5c9d-4060-a878-e762f61f25af-1750513523437.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Michelle S. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### TOM R. Nov 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### TOM R. 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