The view of Lake Travis from the Living Room Deck. It says "Welcome"
Location: Lakeway, Lake Travis, Hill Country, Texas, USA (located 20 to 30 minutes from Austin, Texas) View Map
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 3.5 Baths (Sleeps 8-16)
You will begin to unwind and relax on the undulating drive upward towards 334 Explorer, the luxurious Chateau Lakeview, located in the heart of the beautiful Texas Hill Country. At first glimpse, it is nestled, tall and proud, among shady trees that overhang its many covered decks. Large, at over 3000 square feet, with sleeping accommodations for 16, it offers comfort at every level. No amenity has been overlooked.
As you enter the Chateau and step onto one of the two spacious decks, you will be thrilled by the breathtaking views of Lake Travis and the surrounding Texas Hill Country. Proceed up the stairs to the recently added Super Deck. Don’t forget your camera! The stunning views of the lake framed by stately oak trees in daylight, and the shimmer of a glorious Hill Country sunset reflecting off the lake at dusk, as well as the spectacular star gazing in the evening will provide cherished memories of your Hill Country weekend or vacation.
The luxurious master suite will lure you with its cozy fireplace, shower for two, and roomy spa tub perfect for two. A separate sitting area in the suite affords desirable privacy. On the same floor as the master, is the main living area with a large television, a sofa sleeper for two, separate wet bar/fridge, half-bath, dining room with vaulted ceiling, a breakfast room and spacious kitchen; the envy of any gourmand. The kitchen is designed for large groups and contains a double oven, cook top, warming drawers and trays to keep dinner warm for the whole crowd. Recently added granite counter tops, and two warming drawers any cook can prepare a feast and it be perfectly hot when you are ready to serve. With four separate dining areas, there is lots of flexibility for serving and feeding your crowd.
The upstairs decks will entice you with ceiling fan, speakers, and chic furniture for dining and lounging while you lazily watch violet and gold sunsets over the lake in the distance. With three ice-makers in the house, you will never want for ice. Downstairs are three bedrooms. One, a mini-suite, serves as a second master
with its own private bath. A Jack-and-Jill bath accommodates the other two bedrooms. Open to the spacious, shady backyard, lounge on the patio and watch your kids or pets play. A second large downstairs living area, with a sleeper sofa for two, boasts its own wet bar/fridge and second television. If staying connected is necessary, a desk here provides high-speed internet. A propane gas grill is located on the deck off of the formal dining room. Makes for easy access from the kitchen. There is a table and chairs there as well so folks can visit while the chef cooks. Don't forget to pick fresh herbs from the kitchen garden below in the back yard to make your meals extra yummy and pleasing to the eye.
Stored are two additional roll-away beds, and two 12 inch thick blow-up beds, just in case you need to sleep 16 guests total! A washer and dryer are conveniently placed in the upstairs master closet, and also at the back entry, where there is a spacious garage and large driveway for multiple cars. Pet lovers? Not to worry; the fieldstone floors are pet-friendly.
The fenced backyard, framed with a variety of fruit and shade trees, provides a wonderful home-away-from-home for the family dog. The covered patio in the back yard has luxury furniture for relaxing and a ceiling fan to keep you cool.
Our golden retriever Christy strongly recommends Chateau Lakeview for your pet. There are three separate areas for water and food for your favorite pet...no horses, please!
Information for boaters. The Lakeway Marina is about a mile from the house. Phone number is 512/261-7511. You can rent boats or a slip for your boat. Call the Marina about where to put your boat in. Slip rentals are $30/night or $150/week.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer (2)
- Dryer (3)
- Linens Provided
- Garage: Two garage bays available for parking plus usage of remotes for garage doors.
- Off Street Parking: July, 2007 added three to four parking spots past the garage for an ease of entry and leaving. Allows five to six autos to come and go without having someone to move their car.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: With additional parking added boat or RV can be parked and allow several cars easy entry and leaving.
- Wood Fireplace (2) : Wood provided
- Beds
- King Bed: Master suite
- Queen Bed (2) : Mini master and second guest room
- Double Bed
- Convertible Bed (2)
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (4) : Tivo and DVD in living room. Other TV's in play room, master and mini master.
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Shared Pool: Lakeway Pool located off of Lakeway Blvd. near World of Tennis. Adults $8, children $6.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: large pantry, two sinks with disposals, two trash areas, electric stove with jenn air vent on island. See guest book for cooking staples provided.
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Three sets of dishes and flat ware. There are warming trays for large groups.
- Refrigerator (3) : Refrigerators in both wet bars. Wet bar in living room has ice maker and additional ice marker in freezer in garage
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker (3)
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: Propane gas grill on balcony in back of house off of the formal dining room. Easy access from the kitchen.
- Deck/Patio: There is a covered patio with ceiling fan off the play room to the back of the house. Luxury furniture for your relaxing plesure.
- Balcony (4) : Four balconies off the main floor allows for loads of outdoor sitting. Recently added Super Deck on Living Room Balcony. You are at the top of the roof line with 350 degree view of Lake Travis and the Texas Hill Country. Two balaconies off the main floor facing the lake. Access from the living room/master suite or kitchen. Additional balcony off the formal dining room near the kitchen. Allows easy access for ourdoor grilling.
- View/Location
- Lake View: Approximately three blocks from the lake. Lakeway Marina is about three minutes from the house.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet: Broadband with wireless internet.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Ironing center in master laundry/closet includes steamer (please request). Hair dryers in all bathrooms. Ceiling fans throughout the house and on balconies. Wet bar on each level.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Four watering/feeding stations including one outside. Pet bed, large fenced yard with shade trees, pets allowed in the house, pet gate.
- Kid Friendly: Large yard great for outside activities for children.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Other Activities
- Boat rental or boat launching at Lakeway Marina, Longhorn Caverns about an hour away, Enchanted Rock about an hour away, University of Texas sport activities, Texas State Capitol around 30 minutes away, Austin City Limits and South by Southwest venue about 15 minutes away, several golf courses very close by, Legends of Golf tournament very close, Lakeway World of Tennis in Lakeway
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
December 1 to March 31 - Weekends $400/nt. Weeknights $350/nt.
April 1 to May 31 - Weekends $500/nt. Weeknights $475/nt.
June 1 to August 31 - Weekends $600/nt. Weeknights $550/nt.
September 1 to November 30 - Weekends $450/nt. Weeknights $400/nt.
Holidays ....... $700/night (three night minimum) August 8, 2008 holiday rts apply
Weekly and event rates available.
Pets are $150 per pet per stay.
More than 6 persons extra charge of $30 per person per night.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Chateau Lakeview - in Heart of Beautiful Texas Hill Country
Year Purchased: 2006
Why the Owner Chose Lakeway
We are in Austin quite frequently. We have rented many homes from vrbo.com and decided to purchase a home for ourselves and rent it when we are not using it.
The Unique Benefits at this House
Our home is very relaxing. One of our favorite things is to sit on the front deck, watch the sun set over Lake Travis and watch the deer wonder through the yard. Our Golden Retreiver loves to stand guard and give those deer a good barking.
After we put our dog to bed, Sassy the neighborhood cat comes by for some petting. She is a free agent and loves to have a good conversation along with a possible feeding and some petting.
Owner's Map of Lakeway
We are Royce and Sue Holland. Our principal residence is in Dallas, but we love Austin and the hill country and so we are here often. Royce is the Executive Chairman of Masergy Communications.
Property Photos
- The view of Lake Travis from the Living Room Deck. It says "Welcome" - Lakeway, TX Home Rental near Lake Travis
- Front of the house with living room deck and super deck. - Lakeway, TX Home Rental near Lake Travis
- The fully appointed kitchen waiting for you to cook your own wonderful meal - Lakeway, TX Home Rental near Lake Travis
- The balcony off the living room where you can watch the sun set
- Outdoor dining off the kitchen and breakfast room - wonderful. Ceiling fan too.
- The living room ready for you to relax and unwind
- The dining room off the kitchen and living room. Deck with grill recently added
- The deck and patio off the back of the house with herb garden next to patio.
- Large master suite with sitting area, fireplace, large bathroom, and 2nd laundry
- Mini suite with private bathroom serves as a second master
- Second living area with desk, internet access and wet bar and patio in back yard
- Two more bedrooms are joined by a jack and jill bath
- The sitting area on the patio affords a shaded place to watch your children play
- The deck off the back of the house is close to the kitchen and its grill time.
- The resently completed super deck is on top of the living room deck.
- The sunset on March 1, 2008
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We were extremely impressed with how conscientious you guys are about making sure your guests have everything they need. It is pretty amazing! We have truly enjoyed our stay. The house is beautiful and very relaxing. The remodeling sounds great, although I have to admit that I don't think any of us have any complaints with the house as it is. That means you guys will just be making something that's already wonderful even better!
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As of 10/26/2006 the following are provided as cooking staples: flour sugar olive oil vegetable oil basic spices salt pepper coffee balsamic vinegar and other vinegars foil plastic wrap and parchmant paper teas plastic storage and freezer bags plastic storage containers dish soap, diswasher soap, trash bags All the basic necessities are provided for cooking including rolling pen, mixer etc. to provide a full cooking experience. Guests are provided with a detailed list of all spices and other items before their rental to assist with grocery shopping.