Experience a sunrise you never forget from the deck at the House on Cox Hill

San Marcos, Texas
$329 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

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Sleep 12

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Night 2 nights

Min Stay

You haven’t experienced a Texas Sunrise until you’ve seen it from deck at the House on Cox Hill. This Texas Hill Country gem is situated on 6 secluded acres just minutes from San Marcos and Texas State University. Invite your family and friends to join you in this unique property nestled in towering oaks featuring a Texas-sized deck that offers some of the best hill country views in the state. Built to entertain big crowds, the house features 4 bedrooms with 3 king sized beds and 1 queen bed. Additionally, there are 2 pull-out couches which offer plenty of sleeping space for your family and friends. Also included are 3 full baths, family room with massive fire place, den/study, kitchen with breakfast nook and formal dining room and plenty of parking for all. The water supplied to the house is from a filtered well from the Edward’s Aquifer.

Bring your camera to capture memories of your family and friends next to the alien spacecraft (a popular attraction featured in the San Marcos Newspaper!) or just enjoying the serene setting of the expansive deck overlooking the hill country. And don’t forget some of the local attractions just a few minutes away including:

- Downtown San Marcos and the San Marcos river (a fun, quick tube float for the little ones!) 4.5 miles
- New Braunfels is just 30 minutes away as is Gruene – home of one of the most famous Dance Halls in Texas and some great dining and shopping
- The World famous San Marcos Outlet Mall is a 15 minute drive
- Austin is 30 miles to the North and just a quick trip up I35
- The Circuit of the Americas Race Track is just 30 miles Northeast

We find most people get to the inviting house in its tranquil setting and just want to stay at home and enjoy making memories with family and friends in the ambiance of the House on Cox Hill. We don’t have many rules but here are the musts: Must be at least 25 years old to rent. Must not have more than 16 guests at any time. Must not smoke in the house. Must have a great time and call us if we can do anything to make your stay memorable and comfortable.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total (up To 50 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly
  • SAFETY

    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)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 2800 Sq Ft (260 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    3 Bathrooms Bathtub Hair Dryer Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Water Park Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near Outlet Shopping
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 12

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Review Review

  • Tracy

    Submitted Mar 26, 2025

    Stayed Dec 11, 2024

    We had a large family gathering and spent alot of time on the patio, enjoying the views and the fire. Plenty of room for all of our family to be comfortable! Would absolutely stay here again. I highly recommend!

  • Submitted Sep 13, 2019

    Stayed Sep 6, 2019

    Very spacious, comfortable home with plenty of seating and accomodations for a large group. The beds and bedrooms were large and comfy and the deck was fantastic.

  • Genita M.

    Submitted Jan 9, 2026

    Stayed Jan 2, 2026

    We have rented this nest for nature lovers for the past three months for a monthly yoga / health / cleanse retreat we do - that is how much we love it there and how kind and accommodating the folks are the manage the property. It's old Texas style - make sure your guests and comfortable and cared for and then leave them alone to enjoy themselves. They are also very prompt in taking care of everything and anything special request or assistance with anything. They simply show that they care about your experience there :) But you know the difference in the feeling of being managed and welcomed - they truly make you feel welcomed! Like they actually want you to enjoy yourself and the property! Simply kind and accommodating. The property itself is the best I have rented for my small group retreats and the amply house accommodates the 5 or 6 that join us. Two master bathrooms is a big hit, two dining areas, a fireplace, a cozy - country feeling and trees for as far as the eyes can see!We really appreciate this place and Scott who manages it - always making us feel carried and cared for... it is perfect a property and home for our group in all ways. Genita Mason

  • Heidi G.

    Submitted Dec 15, 2025

    Stayed Dec 11, 2025

    Great location to the University. Kitchen was well stocked with cooking equipment.

  • Kimberly H.

    Submitted Nov 28, 2025

    Stayed Nov 17, 2025

    Great place to stay! We loved the view from the deck!

  • Genita M.

    Submitted Oct 31, 2025

    Stayed Oct 24, 2025

    Scott's home was the perfect place for our yoga/cleanse retreat! We had a huge patio overlooking trees, trees, trees of Texas Hill Country (no houses), lot of room and space both outside and inside the home. Big kitchen with two dining areas and an island. The master bedrooms w/ private bath were perfect. The home also has a great vibe.. simply peaceful and serene. The trees that are scattered throughout the property do wonderful things to the sunlight. And Scott himself is a great host. He responds quickly, and is obviously interested in his guests having a great vacation! The place was well stocked with everything we needed as well!

  • Christine Z.

    Submitted Aug 19, 2025

    Stayed Aug 15, 2025

    This place is absolutely beautiful. From the spacious layout of the house to the amazing sunrise, there is nothing but comfort in this place. We had a group of nine friends from our Renaissance festival clan who came together for the last weekend river float of the season. There was plenty of room for everyone! The surprise in one room’s closets was probably the most unexpected and fun detail of this house. The hosts were super easy to get ahold of and quick to respond. We couldn’t have asked for an easier process. We are already talking about coming back for next years floats!

  • Brian P.

    Submitted Aug 14, 2025

    Stayed Jul 29, 2025

    Great location for a family gathering; near Texas State for graduation activities.

  • Krystal M.

    Submitted Jun 15, 2025

    Stayed Jun 13, 2025

    We loved being able to enjoy the deck and the view. There was plenty of room for the whole family.

  • Emmanuel R.

    Submitted Jan 15, 2025

    Stayed Jan 10, 2025

    Great place, inside and out. host handled issue in a timely manner. Got to see the beautiful sunrise from the deck. And got to see some deer on the property.

  • kerri S.

    Submitted Nov 4, 2024

    Stayed Nov 1, 2024

    Cox Hill House was cozy, clean, spacious and relaxing! We came to visit my daughter and brought our dog too! All the rooms were big including the living room where we enjoyed visiting and watching a movie. I love that there were two tables- one which we ate at and the other played a game. My favorite part was sitting on the hanging swing with my daughter while the dog trotted around freely. Memories were made!

  • Melanie M.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2024

    Stayed Oct 11, 2024

    Beautiful views. Very comfortable for these 70+ year old girls.

  • Thomas B.

    Submitted Oct 3, 2024

    Stayed Sep 27, 2024

    Came to visit our TXST freshman. Close proximity to campus, yet still out in the country feel. Great back deck for conversation. Well stocked kitchen. Such cool metal art all round the property.

  • Antonio R.

    Submitted Jun 3, 2024

    Stayed May 31, 2024

    Property is really comfortable with vast space and good equipment in kitchen and outdoor deck. Furniture is something dated but works with the country state style. Parking space needs improvements and asphalt entrance can be improved. Place is very good for groups of family and friends and not far from San Marcos. We had a good experience and will return in a near future.

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$329+
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