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
1010 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)
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
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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