Luxury Estate in DWELL mag! Burning Creek Hill Country Retreat w/ Pool & Spa!

San Marcos, Texas
$590 avg/night
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 10

Max Sleeps

Everything you need to get away, but without having to drive hours off the beaten path to get there. At Burning Creek you will have exclusive use of the 15 acres, private home and pool and spa (seasonal, more information below).

An open floor plan provides a common living area with an 1880's Harvest Table, efficient kitchen, and comfortable living room all pulled together by a Danish wood-burning stove. The kitchen includes a gas cooktop, vented microwave, full-size electric oven, toaster oven, stainless appliances, a refrigerator, and fully stocked cabinets with cookware and dinner ware. The coffee bar includes a drip coffee maker, Kuerig, and French press. This kitchen has everything you need to cook and serve dinner at a table that seats 8 to 10 friends and family.

Amenities include WiFi, flat screen TV, Apple TV (with apps like Netflix, etc.), LG soundbar for music, central heat/air, washer/dryer, Danish wood burning stove, 2 en suite bathrooms, with walk in showers and high-end linens. A third shower with privacy and hot water is located outside for a true summer-in-Texas' experience.

The house comfortably sleeps 10 people in the following arrangement:
Bedroom #1 - King Bed
Bedroom #2: King Bed
Bedroom #3 (loft): One regular Twin bed, one convertible Twin bed that pulls out to make into a King (two identical mattresses lay side by side on the same platform) - Accessed via stairs that should be used like a ladder.
Bedroom #4 (loft): One regular Twin bed, one convertible Twin bed that pulls out to make into a King (two identical mattresses lay side by side on the same platform) - Accessed via stairs that should be used like a ladder.

There are two workstations. One of the bedrooms has a comfortable desk and chair with a large monitor that can connect to laptops with the provided cable. A second bedroom has a desk and chair only.

Connect with nature! Lay out by the private pool. Soak in the hot tub in cool weather. Take a walk outside. The landscape is designed to be in tune with the natural environment using xeriscaping principles. You will find huge shade trees surrounding the cabin and a sparkling pool with large deck overlooking the hill country landscape. The back porch is a great place to relax with friends. A fire pit nearby beckons gatherings most of the year. Follow the flagstone path and soak in the hot tub under the café lights. Relax while you pass the hours with a good book, a sip of iced tea, or grill up some steaks and have a glass of wine. Off the back porch there's a great chance you'll see deer, fox, coyote, armadillo, a flock of turkeys and other interesting wildlife pass along the creeks. There is a propane gas grill, a gas fire pit (pool deck), wood burning fire pit (across the creek from the house) and table and chairs for gathering or lounging out back.

Both bathrooms are en suite, meaning both bathrooms can be kept functionally private inside the bedroom areas.

SEASONAL SPA: The Spa is heated and functional from September 15th through May 31st. During the hot months of summer, the spa is drained and unavailable.

Kindly note:

- We are firm on our house rules and do not make exceptions. This includes, but is not limited to, our NO PET policy and our cancellation policy. Please do not request exceptions to these rules. If pets are seen on the property, you will be asked to vacate the property immediately and a fine will be assessed of $500.

- Small children and non-swimmers should never be left unattended outdoors where there is access to the pool.

- Furnishings and fixtures are sometimes replaced with newer items in an effort to keep Burning Creek a luxury retreat. Upon arrival, you may discover that furniture or fixtures in the pictures have been replaced by new items. These changes should not materially affect the use of the space and are always intended to improve the property

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

    Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Firepit Garden Gas Grill Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub Outdoor Pool Private Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Computer Monitor Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Rafting Nearby Rock Climbing Nearby Sailing Nearby Theme Parks Nearby Water Park Nearby Water Skiing Nearby Water Tubing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Video Library Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Games Playground
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near A Zoo Near Outlet Shopping
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 10

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Jeff F.

    Submitted Dec 28, 2025

    Stayed Dec 21, 2025

    Perfect for our family stay, secluded but accessible.

  • Amy M.

    Submitted Dec 15, 2025

    Stayed Dec 13, 2025

    We had a lovely stay at this beautiful home on acreage. The house was very comfortable, peaceful, and private—exactly what we needed during our visit. Due to a short stay for my son’s college graduation, we didn’t get the opportunity to enjoy the outdoor spaces as much as we would have liked.That said, the home was a perfect place to relax after a busy day. The property manager was truly a blessing to work with—responsive, kind, and very accommodating, which made the entire experience even better.We would absolutely love to return in the future when we can fully enjoy everything the property has to offer and would highly recommend this home to anyone looking for a comfortable and private retreat.

  • Steve C.

    Submitted Dec 13, 2025

    Stayed Dec 11, 2025

    5-star property! Secluded but easy to find. Wonderful design and updates. Loved the house, pool and fire pit. The owner was not only accessible but very responsive.Worth every penny! Highly recommend.

  • Molly S.

    Submitted Aug 10, 2025

    Stayed Aug 8, 2025

    The property and residence is gorgeous! Very quiet and peaceful. There ended up being seven of us staying for a bachelorette and we fit very comfortably!

  • Noah O.

    Submitted Aug 4, 2025

    Stayed Jul 21, 2025

    Wonderful hill country retreat. Kids loved the baby dear, lofts and pool.

  • Dorothee H.

    Submitted Jul 31, 2025

    Stayed Jul 27, 2025

    Superb setting, comfortable accommodations, a great option for a nice family trip! Everything was clean, pool ready for us, even a large amount of beach towels was available for us to use. Pretty decor, comfy beds, great kitchen, and incredible deck!

  • Cristina H.

    Submitted Jul 25, 2025

    Stayed Jul 8, 2025

    Beautiful property with quiet location.

  • Jennifer S.

    Submitted Jul 22, 2025

    Stayed Jul 15, 2025

    This is the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of life! This beautiful estate is just minutes from activities, dining and shopping. It sits nestled in the back of a neighborhood and is the perfect quiet getaway. The home is well-stocked with all of your needs. It’s very comfortable and serene. We spent many hours on the back porch drinking coffee, eating and playing games. Our families enjoyed the pool daily, took walks to enjoy nature and cooked s’mores on the open fire. We rent from vrbo regularly and it was the best property that we have ever stayed at! They offer beach towels, pool toys, outdoor and indoor toys, a well-stocked kitchen with coffee supplies, paper towels, dish deterrent, and clothes detergent. The beds are also quite comfy! The home is well laid out and spacious. Perfect for our two families with kids that made it our vacation spot. We spent one afternoon in New Braunfels at the Children’s Museum and the town of Gruene and then one day at Camp Fimfo. The rest of the time we spent at the home enjoying the amenities!

  • brandi g.

    Submitted Jun 14, 2025

    Stayed Jun 11, 2025

    I cannot say enough about how amazing this property was for our family of 5 and how refreshing it was to be able to communicate with the host. The house was stocked with games, floats, every kitchen necessity, bathroom needs and more. The house, pool and hot tub could not be cleaner and the details on the back porch were perfect for quiet mornings and evening. I cannot recommend this place enough for anyone looking for a quiet, fun and convent place to stay.

  • Leila G.

    Submitted Sep 7, 2024

    Stayed Aug 30, 2024

    Overall we enjoyed it and it was a nice break away from the city. The outdoor scenery was beautiful, pool was well maintained, and of course there was plenty of fresh air! The kitchen was well stocked with exception of a blender. Bathrooms where clean and stocked, and both downstairs bedrooms were clean and organized. It would take us about 15 mins to the city/HEB so definitely a plus! A few challenges - one master bed sat pretty high off the ground making it a tad tough to use easily. The other bed was just strange - almost felt like a water bed on one side. The firepit was exciting and we did turn it on once, but when we all returned to try some smores out at night we realized it was darker than expected despite the porch lights on. On Saturday evening there also seemed to be some hunting taking place nearby which for the kids it was a little scary. The stairs to the two units on the 2nd floor were pretty steep so unfortunately my mom and 14yr old niece slept on the sofa as they didn't feel comfortable using the stairs. This is a great place for a younger and single crowd !

  • Leslie S.

    Submitted Aug 18, 2024

    Stayed Aug 2, 2024

    Had a fantastic girls’ getaway at Burning Creek. The house was perfect for the 7 of us. Great coffee bar and kitchen, comfy beds and enough seating for all. The pool was heavenly - spent most of our time just lounging. Close to Greune and shopping but felt like we were miles from anyone. So serene and peaceful.

  • ALFONSO C.

    Submitted Aug 5, 2024

    Stayed Jul 29, 2024

    This is the second time our family has rented this property. It really is so peaceful and relaxing. Love it here. The views are awesome.

  • Kendra L.

    Submitted Jun 26, 2024

    Stayed Jun 21, 2024

    Perfect place for family to connect

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$590+
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