Title: Large group Cardinal Casa & Bluebird Nest - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=99375749&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Large group Cardinal Casa & Bluebird Nest Vacation home in San Marcos with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Large group Cardinal Casa & Bluebird Nest ![Interior - Large group Cardinal Casa & Bluebird Nest (San Marcos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99380000/99375800/99375749/2b425e98.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Large group Cardinal Casa & Bluebird Nest (San Marcos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99380000/99375800/99375749/6ecdb061.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, table tennis, books - Large group Cardinal Casa & Bluebird Nest (San Marcos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99380000/99375800/99375749/w904h683x60y0-62affa60.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Large group Cardinal Casa & Bluebird Nest (San Marcos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99380000/99375800/99375749/w905h683x60y0-b8ef8c13.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Large group Cardinal Casa & Bluebird Nest (San Marcos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99380000/99375800/99375749/56559ac1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies A firepit, a garden, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Large group Cardinal Casa & Bluebird Nest. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Large group Cardinal Casa & Bluebird Nest The Cardinal Casa is a secluded comfortable home on acreage only 10 minutes from Bobcat Stadium. Located in the hill country, our spacious home has everything you need for a getaway. Chill in the living room and watch the 65" Smart TV while birds drink from the birdbath right outside the front windows. Play bocce ball, badminton, or volleyball in the backyard or hang out in the shady front yard. Gaze at the stars at night in the glow of string lighting in your private zone of bliss. The space The San Marcos River and Aquarena Springs glass bottom boat tours are less than 15 minutes away. Also, the hiking trails on Lime Kiln Road are nearby and the Flying Armadillo disc golf course and playground are just around the corner. Guest access The automatic coded entrance gate is available for coming and going 24 hours a day. Cardinal Casa guests have private access to about an acre around the house. This includes a fenced front yard and a backyard that is fenced as part of the larger shared acreage. A co host resides in the yellow house near the entrance gate, and also a family member restores wood furniture in the metal building across from the parking area. Please accompany your pets when in the backyard or in the shared space around the ping pong table. Through the trees from the backyard sits the Bluebird Nest VRBO on its own fenced acre with a separate driveway. This 1970 Bluebird Schoolbus has been converted into a comfortable and whimsical living space. The rear connects to a new addition with a bathroom, livingroom, and sleeping loft for one adult or two kids. It is on one fenced acre in the hill country and has its own private driveway. The patio has nice cozy chairs and your choice of a propane or charcoal grill. The bus has a new queen bed and galley kitchen with a new gas range and a granite breakfast bar, coffee and tea provided. Now w Wi-Fi Guest access Guest have access to the entire shady fenced acre around the Bluebird Nest House. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Charcoal grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Table tennis - Hiking/biking trails 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) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120070000/120067800/120067745/156114e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 4-bedroom house with Pool and Putting Green in Hill Country Kyle - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 3 reviews CA $479 CA $819 total includes taxes & fees Feb 6 - Feb 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07&selected=120067745&PinnedHotelID=120067745&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119730000/119724500/119724449/b8086f22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stay in the heart of San Marcos! 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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 ## About the area San Marcos is home to this vacation home. Blanco Shoals Natural Area and Purgatory Creek Natural Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Meadows Center for Water and the Environment and San Marcos Discovery Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bobcat Stadium or Bobcat Softball Stadium. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. 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Airport (AUS) 52 min drive ### Restaurants - Wake the Dead Coffee House 19 min drive - New World Bakery 22 min drive - 7-Eleven 19 min drive - Mochas & Javas 17 min drive - Texas Pie Company 25 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Large group Cardinal Casa & Bluebird Nest pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Large group Cardinal Casa & Bluebird Nest? ### What time is check-out at Large group Cardinal Casa & Bluebird Nest? ### Where is Large group Cardinal Casa & Bluebird Nest located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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