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TV, fireplace, books
Interior
Dining
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Austin, TX
  • Place, Lake Austin
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Travis
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Texas at Austin
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Austin

Located in Lower Basin Lake Travis, this vacation home is next to Lake Austin and Colorado River. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Austin - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Lake Travis - 13 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Zilker Park - 42 min drive - 28.7 miles
  • University of Texas at Austin - 47 min drive - 32.2 miles
  • Sixth Street - 49 min drive - 30.8 miles

Getting around

  • Austin Station - 38 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪The League Kitchen & Tavern - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Tony C's - ‬27 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.

Family Staycation Paradise -Lake Austin Waterfront:Volleyball, Kayaks, Hiking

An "OOO-AHH" lake get-away. Sand volleyball, kayaks, Lily pad, WiFi for WFH & Home school. Kayak across the lake and hike or check out other local trails in Steiner. Or let the serenity entice you to chillax. Custom built home with cedar flooring and exposed beams. Feels like middle of nowhere but a world class spa & great restaurants are in the neighborhood (Sushi, Italian, Steiner Ranch Steakhouse.) Famous sunsets at the Oasis on Lake Travis 7 miles away, and 35 minutes from downtown Austin. We love to see kids (and kids at heart) enjoy the property. Noise is good....kids squealing joyfully and puppies playing makes us happy. We have a fire pit and an owner shared hot-tub. Owner Shelly is always delighted to help with your area questions and trip plans. With 2 parking spaces and 1 bath we book groups of 6 or less. (If your group is larger than 6, please also consider renting a neighbor's property which sleeps 6, in addition to ours - #243133)
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. The bathroom offers a jetted tub and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Parking only available for two vehicles without prior notice and special arrangement.
Life jackets required on kayaks and paddle board.
If bringing more than 1 pet please advise host at time of booking as price per pet is $50.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 3 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Great place for kids to be kids.

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 12:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

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.
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

Lake Austin Waterfront With Volleyball Kayaks
Family Fun lakefront Sand Vball Kayaks Paddleboard

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Lower Basin Lake Travis, just steps from Lake Austin and Colorado River. You'll also find Lake Travis and Hippie Hollow nearby.

Will I be able to park at Family Staycation Paradise -Lake Austin Waterfront:Volleyball, Kayaks, Hiking?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Is Family Staycation Paradise -Lake Austin Waterfront:Volleyball, Kayaks, Hiking good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside vacation home include a fireplace, a jetted bathtub, and a kitchen.

Are there hot tubs at Family Staycation Paradise -Lake Austin Waterfront:Volleyball, Kayaks, Hiking?

No, but this vacation home offers jetted bathtubs in all house.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

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

Are there connecting rooms at Family Staycation Paradise -Lake Austin Waterfront:Volleyball, Kayaks, Hiking?

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

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS), which is about 18 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Family Staycation Paradise -Lake Austin Waterfront:Volleyball, Kayaks, Hiking?

Yes, every house at Family Staycation Paradise -Lake Austin Waterfront:Volleyball, Kayaks, Hiking comes with a balcony.

Family Staycation Paradise -Lake Austin Waterfront:Volleyball, Kayaks, Hiking Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 156 out of 206 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 206 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 206 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 206 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 206 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and rustic treehouse-esque on a quiet part of the lake. The kids loved fishing off the pier, paddling around on the kayaks and the steep ladder to the upstairs kid room.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darian L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was amazing. Very responsive and friendly. I unfortunately didn’t have time to enjoy the lake because I was busy exploring Austin. Would stay again!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host, spent some great days
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, peaceful spot! Great home base for the Horns game
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie W.

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

great place to stay

we loved our stay. clean and great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Staci L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay so very much! My son and I took a mom/son trip together. We loved the sand volleyball so so much and kayaks and lily pad! The house was so cozy and the lake was peaceful! Shelly was very kind and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing time in Austin.. Great location.. Amazing host… We will definitely go back..
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eileen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this little house — views of trees all around. It was clean, had just about everything needed for a short stay. We hosted a small group of our son’s friends for the day and it was just right for that. Kayaks, float, dock, volleyball, grill — everything g we used was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kat V.

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

Wonderful stay

Cozy and beautiful view
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home was cozy, nicely appointed and had plenty of space. Outdoor space was great. Beds were uncomfortable though.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cami L.

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

Great spot in the water!

A perfect getaway for a family!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Perfect Lake Getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our little two night stay. The property was amazing with everything you could ever need and great hosts. We will definitely book a return trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abbey G.

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

Incredible Lake House

We had the best stay and Shelly and her family are amazing! We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett W.

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

Great trip!

We really enjoyed our stay! Great location on the water and so many fun things for the kids and adults to do. We had a blast and will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

Lake Austin ski week

Great place on the lake, lake house is amazing, great design in and out
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly K.

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

Great little slice of Lake Austin

Great location with lots to do including a sand volleyball court, hot tub, kayaks and paddle board.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamme L.

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

Wonderful place to stay!

The house feels like you are staying in a tree house. The lake veiw is awesome and the property owner was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great quick trip

This was a quick two day trip. Very relaxing and nice place!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Corrine H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

B-day Trip

The house was cozy and had a lot of character. Location was right on the lake you can ask for more than that.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Valerie D.

Lovely place

We really enjoyed the stay and it's such a cute and inviting place. We have fun with the volleyball area and having access to the kayaks. What a beautiful location!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Jason W.

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

A great time!

We had a blast! The lake is beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy Q.

Weekend visit. Wanted to stay longer

Wonderful cabin in a beautiful area. Super friendly hosts. I hope to return and highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather N.

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

Lovely lakefront stay

We thoroughly enjoyed this cozy spot on the lake. While our visit was short, we felt welcomed and completely at home. Looking forward to a longer stay in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

HappyRN

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

Lake Austin

Property was great. Host were awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miles K.

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

The most special place!

Words and pictures really cannot describe how special this place is. The treehouse, ans our family called it is so cozy and comfortable. Sitting down by the lake at any time of the day is just magical. Shelly is a phenomenal host and person. She worked very hard to get us in on the same day that she had some guest checking out in the morning. I cannot recommend enough staying at this magical, special place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025