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View from the deck on the boat dock.
Hot Tub on deck outside the house
2 Paddle Boards
View of the boat dock from the fenced in yard. Property is 1/3 acre.
Lake Austin glass - perfect for SUP, kayak or canoe

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Austin, TX
  • Lake Austin
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Lake Travis
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • University of Texas at Austin
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

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

Property manager

David M. Gottfried
Premier Host

Languages

Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Fenced yard except lake side. Ask if more than one
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Austin

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Lower Basin Lake Travis, a neighbourhood in Austin. Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Austin and Lake Travis. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium or Moody Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.
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Austin, TX

What's nearby

  • Lake Austin - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lake Travis - 17 min drive - 15.6 km
  • University of Texas at Austin - 32 min drive - 33.3 km
  • Sixth Street - 33 min drive - 34.8 km
  • Zilker Park - 33 min drive - 34.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪The League Kitchen & Tavern - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Yogurt Planet - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Austin Waterfront Retreat - Hot Tub, SUP, WiFi, Dogs Welcome pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Lake Austin Waterfront Retreat - Hot Tub, SUP, WiFi, Dogs Welcome located?

Located in Lower Basin Lake Travis, this holiday home is steps away from Lake Austin and Colorado River. Hippie Hollow and Concordia University Texas are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 259 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 259 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

6/10 Okay

Caleb A.

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

Ed N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake vacation
Great spot to relax and enjoy life on the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

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

Danielle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location
Thanks for a wonderful time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cody L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Great house! The owner was fantastic to work with. We’ll be back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

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

Layne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Getaway
Great location on the quiet end of the lake. Owner was very responsive and helpful. House was wonderful, well stocked and cool in the hot August afternoons..
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelina P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect slice of water front
This property is the perfect little slice of water front! The house is clean and the AC works great! The hot tub was so nice and the kitchen was great! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irene A.

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

2/10 Terrible

Pablo O.

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

Laura C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
Everything was perfect! Amazing spot on the water, we canoed, paddle boarded, ate all meals on the deck over the water, enjoyed hot tub at night. Clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trinidad W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Gathering
Loved our stay! Perfect location. Maybe some anti slip strips of some sort on the deck and dock staircase would help. A guest and I both slipped and took a tumble on the dock.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Memorial Day weekend stay
Stayed here with wife and 4 boys (ages 5-12), and our dog. Check in and directions were all great. Property location is pretty much unbeatable Mix of calm and serene in the early and late hours, and as close to the water as you could possibly want. Great water toys, fantastic weekend had by all. Would definitely come again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view of the river
We had a wonderful stay at this property. The host was very friendly and communicative. The view of the river was amazing. The kitchen was great to cook in. And the location was peaceful but close enough to drive to Austin for activities for the kids. Overall we really enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely lake views
So relaxing to sit out on the deck, watching the birds and boats. Great lake house - David the host thought of everything you might need. We’d love to come back someday.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Kendall D H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
A solid weekend
We booked for a somewhat last minute 4 day, 3 night stay. The house was quaint and as pictured, but the dock was a bit more dilapidated than the photos make it look. Thankfully the covering laid down over the wood made it possible to walk around the top and we covered some of the older chairs with towels. Overall a good stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great lake house!
We have stayed here twice now and both times had a great time. Lots to do on the water including paddle boarding, kayaking, and canoeing. Beautiful views of Lake Austin and family friendly accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful spot
We so enjoyed our time here. Such a beautiful peaceful spot on Lake Austin. The house was cozy and everything we needed for a great weekend stay! hope to be back next summer!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect weekend getaway with our pups!
Great spot, excellent location, and awesome amenities! We'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Meng Hsuan C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place with astonishing view
will definitely want to come back
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Skye P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yearly getaway
We love it enough to come back yearly (this was our third time)!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruel E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Weekend
We had a great weekend! The house and location are amazing. Very peaceful and everything went perfectly! I can't wait to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great waterside get away
Great house, beautiful location by the water. Great property for outdoor activities and the owner provides some great yard games and the yard to support them. Plus canoes, kayaks and paddle boards to take advantage the lake access.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Logan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing weekend getaway
Wished we could of stayed longer! The property was awesome and had everything we needed. Gorgeous views sipping coffee in the morning on the deck above the river and endless amounts of water toys and activities. Perfect weekend, can’t wait to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by David M. Gottfried

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I moved to Austin in 1992 and found the city where I will live for the rest of my life. I purchased this house in 1995 so I could water ski before work and found so much more than just a place to live. I found that the lake living lifestyle gave me activities and tranquility that added so much to my quality of life. My two daughters and I love to stay at our lake house when guests are not there, as a mini-vacation from hustle and bustle of our lives in central Austin.

Why they chose this property

My love of being on the water and waterskiing before work in the morning drove me to purchase this wonderful house on Lake Austin in 1995. I lived in the house full-time until 1999, when I moved to central Austin to be closer to work.

What makes this property unique

The area across the lake from the house is a Golden Cheeked Warbler Habitat so it is completely undeveloped. The view from the 600 sf deck on top of the boat dock is just beautiful with an undeveloped 'mountain' (by Austin standards) instead of houses. Evenings and early mornings on the deck are particularly magical.

Languages:

Spanish

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