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Ultimate Family River Retreat: Pickleball, Pool Table & Private Water Access

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An outdoor seating area with chairs and a fire pit, surrounded by trees and a view of a river. - Ultimate Family River Retreat: Pickleball, Pool Table & Private Water Access (Martindale)
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Consider a stay at Ultimate Family River Retreat: Pickleball, Pool Table & Private Water Access and take advantage of a firepit, a garden, and a playground. Active travelers can enjoy kayaking at this vacation home. In addition to an arcade/game room and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Ultimate Family River Retreat: Pickleball, Pool Table & Private Water Access

  • Welcome to The Dairy Llama: Your Private Riverfront Retreat
    Step into a piece of Texas history reimagined for relaxation. Once a working dairy barn, The Dairy Llama is now a premier 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom vacation destination on the banks of the San Marcos River. Whether you’re here for the quirky charm of our namesake mural or the serenity of an acre of private parkland, you’ve found your home away from home.

    Your Own Private Park on the Water
    Forget crowded public access. Our one-acre estate offers gradual, private entry into the San Marcos River. Spend your mornings kayaking (two provided!) and your afternoons soaking up the sun in our multiple outdoor lounge areas.

    Endless Entertainment
    Inside and out, we’ve designed this space for fun:

    The Courts: Challenge your group to a game of Basketball or Pickleball on our private court.

    The Game Barn: Two indoor game rooms featuring a pool table, foosball, darts, and Smart TVs throughout.

    The Great Outdoors: Plenty of room to roam, play, and gather.

    Need Extra Space? Meet the Avion.
    For larger groups, ask us about adding "The Avion" to your stay. This vintage, Airstream-style RV features a queen bedroom, a pull-out full sofa, a kitchenette, and its own bathroom. It’s the perfect "guest house" addition for up to 4 extra people.
    (Note: The RV is a separate unit and may be rented by other guests if not added to your booking.)

    Celebrations & Gatherings
    From sunset wedding proposals and baby showers to Texas State graduation parties, we love being part of your milestones! While we maintain a peaceful atmosphere (Quiet hours 10 PM – 10 AM), we can accommodate larger day parties with pre-approval and an additional fee.

    The Perfect Central Texas Hub
    While you'll feel miles away from the world, you’re just a quick drive from the best of the region:

    San Marcos & New Braunfels: For river tubing and shopping.

    Lockhart: For world-famous BBQ.

    Austin: For big-city music and culture.

    The Details
    Occupancy: Standard stay is for up to 10 guests. Larger day events must be pre-approved.

    Pets: We prefer a pet-free environment to keep the barn pristine. However, crated pets may be considered with prior owner approval and a $100 fee per pet.

    Quiet Hours: 10 PM to 10 AM (the perfect time to move the fun into the indoor game rooms!).

    Ready to experience the best spot on the San Marcos River? Book your stay at the Dairy Llama today!


    6 reviews transferred from the previous management company.
    Celebration Cabin
    5/5
    This place has it all for a group to stay and celebrate anything and everything! We had an amazing time as a family celebrating!
    Stefanie
    Published May 17
    Great time!
    5/5
    Pickle ball court was really fun, and being on the river was awesome.
    *This review was originally posted on VRBO (Evolve)
    Will F.
    Published April 4
    Great family getaway
    5/5
    This home is a wonderful family getaway with great amenities! The owners literally thought of everything to make it a perfect long weekend!
    *This review was originally posted on VRBO (Evolve)
    Kristin B.
    Published November 8
    Great Entertainment House!
    5/5
    Plenty of room and things to do! Good river access, bring your river shoes!
    *This review was originally posted on VRBO (Evolve)
    Alex l.
    Published October 4
    FANTASTIC GETAWAY SPOT!!
    5/5
    We stayed a total of 9 nights with people ranging in age from 20 to 86. The house is exactly as advertised, quirky but in a really good way. The place is amazing. There is plenty of space and water for everyone. Brian had all the amenities. We thoroughly enjoyed the game room where we played blackjack long into the night!! Thanks for sharing your home! Highly recommend to anyone who wants fun on the water
    *This review was originally posted on VRBO (Evolve)
    Anonymous
    Published September 8
    5.0 · (14 reviews ) Overall from all sites previously managed by Evolve.
    Cleanliness 4.9
    Accuracy 5.0
    Communication 4.9
    Location 4.9
    Check-in 5.0
    Value 4.9

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

We do allow day parties, but only with pre-approval, and all fees (any guest count over 10) must be paid in advance. Email the owner for rates.
No pets! We have had too many owners not clean up after their pets, or let their pets destroy furniture.

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Baby showers, corporate retreats.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Baby showers, corporate retreats.
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Located in Martindale, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Commemorative Air Force Exhibit and Charles S. Cock House Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Hays County Historic Courthouse and Kyle Railroad Depot and Heritage Center. Consider Cheatham Street Warehouse for a night out or San Marcos Discovery Center if you're traveling with kids. Looking to get your feet wet? Motor boating, fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Martindale travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A flowing stream with rocks and lush greenery.
    Rio Vista Park
    10 min drive - 8.6 km
  • A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings, a prominent shopping center, and a distant tower.
    San Marcos Premium Outlets
    14 min drive - 16.8 km
  • San Marcos River
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Texas State University
    10 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Strahan Coliseum
    11 min drive - 9.0 km

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station
    14 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)
    44 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    6 min drive
  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
    6 min drive
  • In-N-Out Burger
    8 min drive
  • P. Terry's Burger Stand
    8 min drive
  • Chick-fil-A
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ultimate Family River Retreat: Pickleball, Pool Table & Private Water Access pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ultimate Family River Retreat: Pickleball, Pool Table & Private Water Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ultimate Family River Retreat: Pickleball, Pool Table & Private Water Access?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ultimate Family River Retreat: Pickleball, Pool Table & Private Water Access located?

This family-friendly Martindale vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of San Marcos River and Three Dudes Winery. San Marcos Discovery Center and Meadows Center for Water and the Environment are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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