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Enchanted Mermaid Cottage~Fire pit~Great backyard

Vacation home near Texas State University in San Marcos

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A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a central island with stools, and a decorative vase with flowers.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a nightstand, a decorative plant, and a painting on the wall.
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in oven, and white cabinetry.
A portable gas grill with a digital display, a control panel, and a stainless steel finish, placed on a wooden deck with a white fence in the background.
A laundry room with two white front-loading washing machines, a window with blinds, and a door to the right.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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San Marcos,, TX
  • Place, Texas State University
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, San Marcos River
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, San Marcos City Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

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About the area

San Marcos

In San Marcos .Stay at this San Marcos vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Texas State University and 2 miles (3 km) of San Marcos River. San Marcos Plaza Park and Sewell Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Texas State University - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • San Marcos River - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Strahan Coliseum - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • San Marcos City Park - 5 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Rio Vista Park - 7 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 6 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Lair @ LBJSC - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Chimy's - ‬3 min drive
  • The Square
  • Urban Bird Hot Chicken

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Enchanted Mermaid Cottage~Fire pit~Great backyard

This is a small piece of treasure on an island of relaxation. A beautiful magical cottage with a fabulous outdoor entertaining area where you can sit on the covered deck or by the fire pit to gaze at the stars. Our cottage is fully equipped to make you feel right at home. Our home is 2 bedroom, and 1 bathroom that sleeps 6 guests. Perfect place for a quick getaway to watch a college game, or to float the river. We also welcome long term rentals for those looking to get out of the crazy city life. limited parking and unfortunately there is no street parking out front, 2-4 cars can fit per size.

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  • Dryer
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

NO PARTIES ALLOWED - $800.00 fee. If cops are called for noise complaint you will be told to leave immediately, with no refund.
NO PETS ALLOWED - $500.00 fee will be charged if we find evidence of a pet. (Only service animal with paperwork allowed) and approved by management.
No Smoking inside -$200.00 Fee will be charged if signs of smoking were found inside our home.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Enchanted Mermaid Cottage~Fire pit~Great backyard to the airport?

This vacation home is 34 mi (37-min drive) away from the Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Enchanted Mermaid Cottage~Fire pit~Great backyard?

As of Aug 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Enchanted Mermaid Cottage~Fire pit~Great backyard on Aug 22, 2026 start from CA $279, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Enchanted Mermaid Cottage~Fire pit~Great backyard have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Enchanted Mermaid Cottage~Fire pit~Great backyard offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Enchanted Mermaid Cottage~Fire pit~Great backyard?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Enchanted Mermaid Cottage~Fire pit~Great backyard?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Enchanted Mermaid Cottage~Fire pit~Great backyard?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Enchanted Mermaid Cottage~Fire pit~Great backyard have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Enchanted Mermaid Cottage~Fire pit~Great backyard have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Enchanted Mermaid Cottage~Fire pit~Great backyard to downtown San Marcos?

This vacation home is 0.9 mi away from San Marcos.

Enchanted Mermaid Cottage~Fire pit~Great backyard Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn C.

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

Great place

Great place! Very cute!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the house and communication was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

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

Cute Cottage with Great Location

We loved the experience of the Enchanted Cottage. It was a perfect location for early morning walks, coffee places, and shopping in Wimberley. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christian J. A.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good way to relax after the river

Very clean and neat house to crash after a long day of being on the river!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristina Y.

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

The mermaid cottage

It was a perfect stay for my small family to prepare for the rehearsal dinner and wedding at the near by ranch wedding location. It worked perfectly having everything we needed for our 2 night stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

austin n.

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

Fun

We had a lot of fun at this property. The grill was very useful and backyard patio was a great place to enjoy each others company
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bruin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kendra F.

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

Cute house with all the essentials and an awesome backyard for hanging out

Group of 3 couples were in town for a wedding, did not gwt to wnjoy the backyard as much as we would have liked, its beautiful! Househad all essentials and was clean! Would definetly stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Juan C.

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

Quick trip

Took my son for an academic event at Texas State. The location was fantastic and allowed us to get good rest before his event. The home was comfortable. We really only got to enjoy the place for sleep but were very pleased.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dawne A.

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

Super cute

I rented this home as a gathering place for my family after my son’s graduation. It was smaller than it looked in the pictures and I was not aware at first of the limitations on parking, but it was super cute and worked well for our purpose. The double bed was not comfortable for two adults used to sleeping in a king but that was expected. Great location within walking distance (1 mile) from the campus. Would have enjoyed the fire pit if it hadn’t rained, but we did enjoy the covered patio and corn hole boards.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

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