O U R   S E R V I C E S

Amenties

• 4 Bedroom 2 bath with one king, two queens and 2 full size beds
• King bedroom with a view of the river
• Upstairs queen room also has river view
• 2384 sqft
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Claw foot bath tub
• Two smart TVs (one upstairs and one down)
• Secret playroom for young kids upstairs
• Two outdoor decks and fire rings
• BBQ and out door dining
• River access stairs
• Use of our two kayaks and 8 tubes
• Our stretch of the river is 2 miles down river from the popular tubing outfitters so it remains peaceful and quiet year round with the occasional kayaker, turtle, or hawk passing by.​

History

The house was built in 1922. Bob and Faye Spragins were the original owners. Faye was born in 1886 and was the Martindale postmaster for 36 years from 1919 to 1956. She was also a concert pianist and music teacher.  Bob was born in 1868 and established a butchering and market business in Martindale in1890 while trading livestock and running a feed barn. Later in life he helped Faye as assistant postmaster until his death in 1952. Their only child was Clinton Spragins. The yellow house next door was built for Clint, his wife Joan and daughter Carol. Carol and her husband raised their 3 children in the house. Tom and Bonnie McCarroll purchased the house from the Spragins family in 1983 and lived there for 30 years with their 3 boys. In order to accommodate their family they remodeled what was the attic into an additional two bedrooms and a bathroom.
The House was then purchased by our family in October of 2016. ​​

Location

We are right in the heart of Martindale, just a few blocks from the very quaint downtown. There is a burger and BBQ restaurant around the corner. There is an awesome taco stand a short drive or walk away. There is also a public park with playscape and shallow river access  (great for young kids) about 3/4 mile down the road. The house is a 10 to 15 minute drive to San Marcos and Lockhart, 35 miles from Austin, and 55 from San Antonio. Hosts live a few houses down and value your privacy, but can also be available to answer questions and insure you have a wonderful stay.

T E S T I M O N I A L S

Happy People

"Our two families, four adults and four elementary aged kids, felt right at home. The kids went fishing off the dock, we made a fire out back in the fire pit, the stars were amazing. The house had everything we needed to cook, relax and stay cozy. There were board games, movies and toys for the kids, and even toys and kids books. We loved the separate upstairs rooms for the kids and downstairs rooms for the grownups. The house was beautifully restored and decorated and kept its historic charms while being completely modern and comfortable.​"
-Stephany B. February 2018

"We loved our stay in Martindale. Our group of 4 couples felt right at home. Patricia has thought of everything in this clean, cozy, historic house. We loaded up on groceries at the HEB in San Marcos, and of course we forgot little things, but no worries because the kitchen was well stocked with staples. There were plenty of towels in the bathrooms as well as any toiletries we forgot. It's clear Patricia and her family love this property and want to take really good care of their guests. We are already planning our next friends getaway in 2018!" 
-Amber September 2017

"A reunion gathering brought us to this adorable and cozy cottage on the San Marcos river. From the beautiful claw foot tub, to the gorgeous 100 year old hardwood floors, to the fine antique pieces, photos do not do this home justice! We were all so comfortable that we could've stayed much longer. The kitchen was well stocked. The ceiling fans and AC were perfect as it was unusually warm outside. All of our beds were very comfortable. The outdoor seating and dining area was the perfect touch as was the beautiful stone landing down on the river. We all are looking forward to returning to this warm and inviting home." 
​-Stephany S. November 2017

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