Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 1, 2026
Rustic Barnyard (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you visit our website and book a stay with us.
Who We Are
Rustic Barnyard is a boutique cabin rental property located in San Marcos, Texas.
Our website address is: https://therusticbarnyard.com
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
rusticbarnyard.smtx@gmail.com
Information We Collect
1. Information You Provide Directly
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:
• Submit a booking inquiry
• Make a reservation
• Contact us via email or contact form
• Subscribe to updates
This information may include:
• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Billing information
• Reservation details
• Special requests or messages
2. Payment Information
All payment transactions are processed securely through third-party payment providers and booking platforms. Rustic Barnyard does not store full credit card numbers on our website servers.
3. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically, including:
• IP address
• Browser type
• Device information
• Pages visited
• Date and time of visit
This information helps us improve website performance, analyze trends, and enhance the guest experience.
Cookies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:
• Improve website functionality
• Remember user preferences
• Analyze site traffic
• Enhance booking experience
You may disable cookies through your browser settings at any time.
Third-Party Services
We may use trusted third-party services, including:
• Booking and property management platforms (such as HostAway)
• Payment processors
• Email communication tools
• Analytics services such as Google Analytics
These third parties may collect and process data in accordance with their own privacy policies.
How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
• Process and manage reservations
• Communicate with guests
• Send booking confirmations and updates
• Provide customer service
• Improve our services and website
• Comply with legal obligations
Rustic Barnyard does not sell personal information.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:
• Provide services
• Maintain business records
• Comply with legal obligations
California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you may have the right to:
• Request disclosure of the personal information we collect
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Request that we do not sell your personal information
Rustic Barnyard does not sell personal information.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at:
rusticbarnyard.smtx@gmail.com
European Data Protection Rights (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you may have the right to:
• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your data
• Restrict or object to processing
• Request data portability
To submit a request, please contact:
rusticbarnyard.smtx@gmail.com
Children's Privacy
Rustic Barnyard does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you believe that a child has provided personal information through our website, please contact us immediately and we will promptly remove such information.
Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative and technical safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of online transmission or electronic storage is completely secure.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Contact Information
Rustic Barnyard
San Marcos, Texas
Email: rusticbarnyard.smtx@gmail.com
