Title: The Lookout - A Hill Country Cottage - 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 # The Lookout - A Hill Country Cottage Cottage in San Marcos with kitchen ## Photo gallery for The Lookout - A Hill Country Cottage ![Exterior - The Lookout - A Hill Country Cottage (San Marcos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91630000/91628700/91628672/fa4966a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, stovetop, coffee/tea maker - The Lookout - A Hill Country Cottage (San Marcos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91630000/91628700/91628672/edb1e606.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - The Lookout - A Hill Country Cottage (San Marcos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91630000/91628700/91628672/1d656802.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Lookout - A Hill Country Cottage (San Marcos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91630000/91628700/91628672/e7a6132a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![DVD player, books, video library - The Lookout - A Hill Country Cottage (San Marcos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91630000/91628700/91628672/8a1f6a38.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies The Lookout - A Hill Country Cottage provides a garden and more. Adventurous travelers may like the boating at this cottage. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3893 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## 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. ### The Lookout - A Hill Country Cottage Welcome to Mosaic! A collection of boutique cabins nestled in the heart of the Hill Country. With all of this peace and quiet it's hard to believe you're just 12 minutes from Texas State University, downtown San Marcos and the San Marcos River. We hope the blanket of stars at night and the stillness of the Hill Country leaves you feeling rejuvenated and content. The lookout has been updated! We just installed a vintage clawfoot tub with w/ a shower head attachment. We are tucked away in the Hill Country, surrounded by dense forest and a blanket of stars at night. These boutique stays are perfect for anyone who wants all the privacy of the outdoors coupled with the convenience of being close to town. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Dining - Chef service ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city center - In the mountains ### Things to do - Boat - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Motor boating nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing 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 - Unit size: 893 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100870000/100861500/100861454/9e786960.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hill Country Bungalow at Mosaic San Marcos - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 8.0 Very good 2 reviews CA $125 CA $229 total includes taxes & fees Dec 22 - Dec 23 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-22&endDate=2025-12-23&selected=100861454&PinnedHotelID=100861454&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90790000/90787100/90787010/ab7aed9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Bohemian - A Hill Country Cottage San Marcos - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 8.6 Excellent 13 reviews CA $101 CA $225 total includes taxes & fees Dec 15 - Dec 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=90787010&PinnedHotelID=90787010&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91410000/91400700/91400621/1da24c27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tiny House 5 min from town,5min to river,4min Santa R hospital San Marcos - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Parking available - Microwave 10 Exceptional 15 reviews CA $152 CA $345 total includes taxes & fees Dec 11 - Dec 12 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-11&endDate=2025-12-12&selected=91400621&PinnedHotelID=91400621&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78070000/78062000/78061996/a2a623ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### RV 5 min to San Marcos river /4min to c s r hospital San Marcos - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-23&endDate=2025-12-24&selected=78061996&PinnedHotelID=78061996&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103990000/103982700/103982677/e16f1986.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stylish Studio with Campus View! 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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 A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as HillCountryRanch78666\_158537 ## 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%7C29.94612%2C-97.96666&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7GK6xH7foQ5Idr1VYAEOc6V71Os=) San Marcos, TX #### What's nearby - Texas State University \- 10 min drive \- 9.4 km - Bobcat Stadium \- 11 min drive \- 10.5 km - San Marcos River \- 11 min drive \- 9.8 km - Meadows Center for Water and the Environment \- 11 min drive \- 9.8 km - Strahan Coliseum \- 12 min drive \- 10.9 km #### Getting around - San Marcos Station - 14 min drive - Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 46 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Lair @ LBJSC - ‬15 min drive - ‪Wake the Dead Coffee House - ‬16 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min drive - ‪7-Eleven - ‬16 min drive - ‪Mochas & Javas - ‬13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Lookout - A Hill Country Cottage pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Lookout - A Hill Country Cottage? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Lookout - A Hill Country Cottage? ### What time is check-out at The Lookout - A Hill Country Cottage? ### Where is The Lookout - A Hill Country Cottage located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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