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Bluebird Nest

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A wooden interior with a central staircase, a table with a lamp, and a leather sofa.
A kitchen with a stove, oven, and red kettle. There are wooden stools and a bar counter.
A small house with a red door, two Adirondack chairs, a barbecue grill, and a patio area.
A rustic cabin with a wooden porch and a blue truck parked outside.
A kitchen with a wooden countertop, bar stools, a window with a view, and shelves with kitchenware.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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San Marcos, TX
  • Place, Texas State University
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Bobcat Stadium
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, San Marcos River
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

San Marcos

This vacation home is located 7.1 mi (11.5 km) from Meadows Center for Water and the Environment and 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from San Marcos River. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a sofa bed.
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What's nearby

  • Texas State University - 15 min drive - 8.2 miles
  • Bobcat Stadium - 17 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • San Marcos River - 17 min drive - 8.4 miles
  • Meadows Center for Water and the Environment - 17 min drive - 8.4 miles
  • Strahan Coliseum - 18 min drive - 9.1 miles

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 21 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dominos Pizza - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Wake the Dead Coffee House - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Grins Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Toro Ramen & Poké Barn - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bluebird Nest

This 1970 Bluebird School bus has been converted into a comfortable and whimsical living space. The rear connects to a new addition with a bathroom, Livingroom, and sleeping loft for one adult or two kids. It is on one fenced acre in the hill country and has its own private driveway. The patio has nice cozy chairs and your choice of a propane or charcoal grill. The bus has a new queen bed and galley kitchen with a new gas range and a granite breakfast bar, coffee and tea provided. Now w Wi-Fi
Guest access
Guest have access to the entire shady fenced acre around the Bluebird Nest House.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a sofa bed and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • 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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in San Marcos, close to San Marcos River, Meadows Center for Water and the Environment, and Bobcat Stadium. You'll also find Strahan Coliseum and San Marcos City Park nearby.

Is parking available on site at Bluebird Nest?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Bluebird Nest?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a kitchen in each house plus a kitchen and free WiFi in some.

Are there hot tubs at Bluebird Nest?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Bluebird Nest?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS), which is about 23.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Bluebird Nest?

Yes, every house at Bluebird Nest comes with a patio.

Bluebird Nest Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was helpful and everything was clean and well prepared. Really enjoyed the stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nic C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick responses from our host.Clean welcoming space.Excellent quick getaway from the city.Loved the little details around the bus.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Donna T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Great Place for Dogs

The property was fenced in and my dogs enjoyed running after a 20 hour ride. It was perfect for what we were there for.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paula Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend at the Bluebird Nest

A delightful place to stay. Away from the city proper but close enough to daughter’s apartment near TX ST to help her move in. Very unique and fun experience, super clean, and had all the things we needed to feel at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charlie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice stay in a quiet cabin

The cabin was nice and cozy, and everything worked great - Cool AC, hot showers. The house was nice on the inside, and we had a nice little fenced space all to ourselves. San Marcos is only about 15 minutes away by car, and has lots of great food options. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Janis Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect get away for the weekend, loved all of the extra amenities and supplies. It was clean and comfortable. We had a little trouble with the lock as it didn't pop open, had to sort of pry it open. Wanted to sleep in the loft but there was a dead June bug and some other littles up there. But, hey it is in the country!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025