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

Top rated by guests
One Acre Waterfront on San Marcos River!
Living area
Party area, keep in mind day parties over ten have to be pre-approved.
Living area.
Private kitchen
review stars
10.0Outstanding
(25 Ratings)
"Great place for a guy's weekend on the river."
Dave B.
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10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(25 Ratings)

House in San Marcos, TX

10 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 baths

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About this house rental

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

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

Non-smoking
Family friendly

Map of San Marcos, TX


Ratings and reviews

10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(25 Ratings)
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Aug 2025
Great place for a guy's weekend on the river.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Aug 2025
Hidden gem! On a great part of the river, plenty of space to hangout, cook out and play.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Jul 2025
This was the perfect location for a group of friends to hang out and enjoy the river (just a few minutes away from Don's Fish Camp for river floating). The place had so many great extras, like the pickeball court and gameroom. It was comfortable, and the host was very friendly. We will definitely be back!
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Jul 2025
The perfect place to stay for creating great family memories! So many fun activities for the whole family to enjoy!

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FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Ultimate Family River Retreat: Pickleball, Pool Table & Private Water Access. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

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

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Ultimate Family River Retreat: Pickleball, Pool Table & Private Water Access?

We found 2 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, and family friendly.


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