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Lake Austin Waterfront Retreat - Hot Tub, SUP, WiFi, Dogs Welcome

Vacation home near Lake Austin in Austin

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Exterior
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, DVD player, music library

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Austin, TX
  • Place, Lake Austin
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Travis
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Texas at Austin
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Austin

Lower Basin Lake Travis stay.At this Lower Basin Lake Travis vacation home, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Lake Austin and Colorado River. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Hippie Hollow and Concordia University Texas.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Austin - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Lake Travis - 17 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Zilker Park - 33 min drive - 13.9 miles
  • Sixth Street - 36 min drive - 16.7 miles
  • University of Texas at Austin - 37 min drive - 17.6 miles

Getting around

  • Austin Station - 37 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Tony C's - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪The League Kitchen & Tavern - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬26 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.

Lake Austin Waterfront Retreat - Hot Tub, SUP, WiFi, Dogs Welcome

WE ARE TAKING EXTRA PRECAUTIONS DISINFECTING OUR HOUSE IN LIGHT OF THE COVID-19 VIRUS.

Lake Austin waterfront is a great place to escape all year around. Lake Austin Retreat offers a beautiful Mexican style waterfront property with a boat dock, huge decks and a hot tub situated on a secluded bend of Lake Austin just 20 miles from downtown Austin. Relax, unwind, enjoy the stand up paddle boards, swim, canoe, kayak, bird-watch, fish, or enjoy a spa-treatment at nearby Lake Austin Spa.

The house accommodates 6 guests (if your group is larger than 6, please consider renting a neighbor's property which sleep's 6, in addition to ours - Homeaway Property # 7064882 or VRBO#3580000), and the spacious back yard offers an abundance of outdoor space for socializing, BBQ'n, playing or enjoying quiet hammock-time. Bring your boat and ski (boats can be moored at the dock but no boat lift is available), or lounge by the water's edge and drink in the view of the Golden Cheeked-Warbler habitat directly across the lake. You will love taking advantage of the most peaceful stretch of Lake Austin. Mornings are not to be missed. Grab your coffee or tea and watch the morning fog pull back revealing a glass-like surface that mirrors the rolling hills above. Just 35 Miles from the new F-1 Track in Austin, 20 miles from SXSW and ACL Festival.

The Activities: By Day - Canoeing, kayaking (life jackets and paddles provided), hiking, swimming, fishing, golfing, skiing and wakeboarding, bring your boat and moor it at the dock. You can canoe, kayak or walk 1/4 mile to the Lake Austin Spa for world-class spa services.

By Night - Dining, grilling, star-gazing or hitting the downtown or lakeside Austin nightlife.

Out of respect for our neighbors, we ask that only three cars be parked at our home and that our guests not use the HOA Boat Ramp and Park next door. The public boat ramp at Mary Quinlan Park is only 1/4 mile away and is much safer. There is also additional parking there for guests temporarily visiting during your stay.

In keeping with the local ordinances, we have a strict policy that forbids parties at our home.

Thank you for your consideration of our home and our rules. STR License Number OL 2017 063779

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

No parties - really No smoking - really No use of HOA Boat Ramp and Park - really Only 3 vehicles at the house
After the booking, we will verify all reservation details by telephone and/or email within 24 hours.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Fenced yard except lake side. Ask if more than one

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Lake Austin Waterfront Retreat Hot Tub Sup Wifi Dogs Okay

Frequently asked questions

How close is Lake Austin Waterfront Retreat - Hot Tub, SUP, WiFi, Dogs Welcome to the airport?

This vacation home is 32.9 mi (44-min drive) away from the Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Lake Austin Waterfront Retreat - Hot Tub, SUP, WiFi, Dogs Welcome have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Lake Austin Waterfront Retreat - Hot Tub, SUP, WiFi, Dogs Welcome offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Lake Austin Waterfront Retreat - Hot Tub, SUP, WiFi, Dogs Welcome?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Lake Austin Waterfront Retreat - Hot Tub, SUP, WiFi, Dogs Welcome?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Lake Austin Waterfront Retreat - Hot Tub, SUP, WiFi, Dogs Welcome?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Lake Austin Waterfront Retreat - Hot Tub, SUP, WiFi, Dogs Welcome have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Lake Austin Waterfront Retreat - Hot Tub, SUP, WiFi, Dogs Welcome have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Lake Austin Waterfront Retreat - Hot Tub, SUP, WiFi, Dogs Welcome to downtown Austin?

This vacation home is 11.9 mi away from Austin.

Lake Austin Waterfront Retreat - Hot Tub, SUP, WiFi, Dogs Welcome Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 226 out of 273 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 273 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 273 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 273 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 273 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

John R., Austin, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
What a super location for a family staycation. We live in Austin but this was special. Brought our boat and water toys (and dog) and really had a great time. David the host is great, and we met some of the neighbors also really nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy H., Houston

Liked: Cleanliness
This little house was located on "On the Lake Road" in Lake Austin Village. This older home was perfect for a get-away weekend. Inside, the rooms were comfortable, the kitchen well-stocked and the one bathroom was updated. The back porch has a jacuzzi, and the top deck on the dock had perfect views of the Colorado river and sunset every night. The backyard is fenced so kids & pups can play. There is easy access to the water with plenty of things to do including kayaks, paddleboards and other toys to enjoy the waterfront. The dock gives easy access for loading & unloading onto a boat. On this weekend, there were neighbor's boats in the 2 dock slips and thus, not available to store our boat at the dock overnight. We launched our boat off the trailer each day. Luckily, the Quinlan Park public boat ramp was only a few blocks away. Quick note on the driveway... it is tight and there are cars that park along the road in front of the house which made backing a boat trailer into the driveway challenging. Be sure to arrive during the day so you have good light to manage the driveway, if you have a trailer. Lake Austin was a busy place on the weekend, and there were boats up & down the river all day. The water and the lake front properties were absolutely beautiful. All in all, this was a perfect way to end the summer on a boat and at the lake. Thank you, David, you were an awesome host.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian M., Philadelphia

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great weekend at Lake Austin Waterfront Retreat. Great location and the watertoys provided by the host were great!! Beautiful back yard, and the outdoor seating areas were excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle S.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness
We’re repeat guests at Lake Austin Waterfront Retreat and it continues to exceed expectations. The property has a magical, peaceful vibe that makes it hard to leave. My wife and I brought our boat and enjoyed several perfect days on one of the most beautiful rivers in Texas. The private dock is ideal—easy to access, secure, and perfect for both relaxing and launching.We also loved using the kayaks and canoes provided, and hosted a few unforgettable evenings with friends and family on the spacious, scenic grounds. Everything about this place is thoughtful and welcoming. We’re already looking forward to our next stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous location and had everything we needed to enjoy our getaway. Really appreciated having the paddle boards, kayaks and canoes available to use!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing lake weekend

We had the best time at this lake house, which is on a beautiful part of lake Austin! It had everything we needed and more. Would love to stay again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy P.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Alicia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend getawat

We enjoyed our stay. Very relaxing spot with a great view!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harsh K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent host

The host is excellent and took steps to address concerns in a timely manner. Location is great and water is access is great. The property is starting to show age, but as long people are okay with this, we would recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Raul B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hunter G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Spot!

Beautiful spot on Lake Austin. Paddle boards, canoes and kayaks were provided. Property was clean. Plenty of towels were provided which is nice since we swam in the lake and took advantage of the hot tub at night. Check in/check out was super easy. Perfect for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Caleb A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Trip was OK

Great location on quiet side of lake. Older house, but in decent shape. AC went out first night we were there. Host was easy to get in touch with and had someone out the following morning to fix. Luckily it was cool that night so wasn’t too bad of an experience. The last day we were there a group of guys unexpectedly showed up to fix the boat lift. That put a dent in our final few hours as we had to say inside with the dog and couldn’t use the boat dock. Overall the trip was OK.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome experience

This place is awesome! My family and I loved it. We will definitely comeback to get away from the city and relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carly B.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Wendy L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Maybe good for summer, but not for 3 weeks during winter

There were many issues, but also a number of positives. Positive things about this rental:1. Communication with host and manager was excellent. They installed a card table before our visit at our request, to use as an extra computer desk. They also responded promptly when I texted.2. There's a beautiful view of Lake Austin, and a nice big yard.3. The kitchen was very well equipped.4. A good grocery store is located within 5 miles.Negative things about this rental:1. The first night we stayed there, the mattress in the master bedroom was so soft that we rolled toward each other all night. We changed the mattress with one in the second bedroom, which was better.2. The house is very drafty when it is cold. 3. It's not a good neighborhood for walking. The only park nearby is just a boat launch and one picnic table. We had to drive at least 22 minutes to get to a nice park with trails. 4. The only decent restaurants are over a 20 minute drive away.5. We were able to use the television, but it has a jerry-rigged Roku attached that we never were able to get to work. It turns out that the prior guest had changed the password. At this rental rate, they need a new TV with direct streaming.6. A cockroach crawled over me two days before we left, and a dead one was in the bathroom the next morning. Owner offered to spray sooner than planned but said some cockroaches are inevitable there.7. We left 3 days early. I understand there is a no refund policy.
Stayed 21 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Pablo O.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Not enough illumination outside caused an accident

The accident caused me to bleed through the nose. The bulbs lights outside DO NOT WORK; they are dead. We told the owner, and he didn't believe us. The cleanliness is bad. For example, the top of the refrigerator looks like it has not been cleaned in years. So here is my honest comment: We are not coming back just because we weren't treated well by the owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great backyard and lake view from the deck

Had a great time. The dog absolutely loved the large backyard and easy access to the water. The fireplace was amazing when the temps dipped at night. Would stay again.Communication from the owner was great as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ed N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake vacation

Great spot to relax and enjoy life on the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome stay

The views off the back porch were amazing! The canoes, kayaks, and paddle boards were awesome! And there were plenty of life jackets/oats to choose from. The kitchen was well stocked, though it was missing a spatula. The A/C was sufficient for our needs. Overall, a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cody L.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Samuel R., Lantana, Texas

Disliked: Cleanliness

This house needs some help.

I’m compelled to be brutally honest… start with the positives: the location was fantastic. The weather was great and the lake was super clean. Now onto the negatives… the hot tub was cold, the deck was sketchy, the ladder on the dock was broken and the steps into the water were super slippery with moss. The mattresses were blown out. And the super fun part was the whole house leaned so that was a bit weird. The house needs a deep cleaning. The shower drain was clogged and the A/C is on its last leg. The paddle boards were in rough shape. Also I see that I got a message about the hammock being torn and a new one was shipped. What was I supposed to install the new one that showed up in the middle of stay? Also a new paddle was shipped too? the boat dock was super sketchy moves quite a bit when waves hit it held up truck strap!!! This place needs a considerable amount of work. I feel I was taken advantage of a bit and the owner is milking this property. Very disappointed. Do yourself a favor a skip this listing. As a long time VRBO user with high rating this was one of the most out of service homes I have ever stayed in. There must be a higher standard considered especially in Lake Austin. Shame on the owner for not keeping everything in service. No way this is close to a 5 star listing. Work must be done. I will be requesting a partial refund. I was embarrassed as I was in charge of this vacation. My friends were nice about it but were not stoked as well. cheers!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irene A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely!

This was our second stay at this lovely place, and once again, everything was fantastic. We absolutely love the backyard and the easy lake access—perfect for cooling down in the Texas summer. Have you ever considered renting out the backyard and lake access separately, similar to a 'Swimply for lakes' option. We definitely plan to be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024