Relaxing Waterfront Home on Lake Austin, W/ Private Boat Dock
- Minimum stay:2 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
You'll enjoy our lovely house right on the water as the perfect venue for fun with family & friends.
Summer is soon, & we're booking fast, so contact us now so you won't be left out. Remember that we're on a constant level lake, so there is always water in Lake Austin (not so in Lake Travis.)
It is not too early to book for 2013 F1 race or either of the 2013 ACL (Austin City Limits) weekends in October. Make sure you've got a great 'home base' by booking now.
Click on View Calendar button on the right for availability, which we keep updated.
Just 20 minutes west of downtown Austin, you’ll have a wonderfully private custom-built home on Lake Austin. Whether you’re in town for UT, business, entertainment, or just need a weekend away from your home in Austin, any reason is a good reason to stay at Hastings House.
We have a nice private boat dock & large deck above with great views. It has a powerful boat lift that accommodates most ski boats up to 24 feet & you can bring your own boat. The dock is only a few steps down from the house, so you can quickly hop in your boat & be on your way. On either side of the dock is a generous swimming area for a bracing dip in the cool waters of Lake Austin. Lake Austin is a constant level lake, so the boat ramps are always open.
This home affords privacy, but is an easy trip by your boat to the Hula Hut (Mexican food), Ski Shores (for burgers) or County Line on the Lake (BBQ.) Ten minutes away is the fabulous Hill Country Galleria for shopping, restaurants & movies (including the newly opened Whole Foods Market.) Not far is the Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve if you’re interested in hiking & seeing the Texas Hill Country.
There is a convenience store just blocks away & a supermarket 10 minutes away for food or anything you may need. It's only takes about 20 minutes to get to downtown Austin, UT, the Convention Center, Zilker Park & the 6th Street entertainment district.
The house is a tri-level home built on a hillside, designed by architect Robert Pringle. On the entry level is the 'middle' bedroom which has a sofa that makes out into a full-sized bed. There is a 36 inch TV with DVD player & cable in this room & a small stereo with a connector for your MP3/iPod. Also on this level is a full bath with a shower.
Upstairs is the loft master bedroom with a king-sized bedroom with a king-sized bed. The master has a private balcony overlooking Lake Austin & the loft overlooks the living room. There are vertical blinds to close off for more visual privacy. There is a TV with DVD/VCR in this bedroom and a iPod/iPhone clock radio. The master bath has a bathtub with shower along with double sinks & a separate vanity & 2 walk-in closets. Also upstairs is another bedroom, which is enclosed, with a twin day bed & trundle. All bed linens & bath towels are provided.
Downstairs is the living room with its soaring natural wood ceiling, a wall of lakeside windows & a lovely limestone fireplace. The two sofas fold out into queen-sized beds for additional sleeping accommodations. In the living room, we have a 52 inch HD TV with a Blu-ray player and NetFlix access, but with the view from the house, deck & boat dock, you may never turn on any of the TVs at all! The house has Wi-Fi, so if you need to work or do a little Internet surfing, you can do it easily.
The fully furnished kitchen includes a new Jenn-Air range with optional grill. Our Energy Star dishwasher saves water & energy and is quiet! The oak table in the dining room seats eight & there is a rolling drop-leaf table for additional seating. The refrigerator has in-door ice & water. We’re fully stocked with lots of dinnerware & cooking utensils. Basic cooking supplies are on hand, (spices, flour, corn meal, pop corn, etc.) as well. Also on this level is the powder room & the laundry with new Energy Star washer & dryer. Just out the back door is a propane grill with a spare tank for doing a bit of outside grilling.
There are four ceiling fans in the home & two separate air handling units to keep the house very comfortable in the summer or winter.
Adjacent to the house & overlooking the lake is a large tree shaded deck with three large pecan trees growing up through the deck, or you can go out on the deck above the boat slip & enjoy the quiet, smooth water early in the morning & the sunsets in the evening.
In the evening, you can cook out on the gas grill & dine under the stars on the house or boat deck. Relaxing on the boat deck as dusk falls is the perfect way to end the day. The deck above the boat dock is great for sunning, dining or entertaining. From the boat deck, watch the bats chasing insects in the summer as you enjoy a fabulous Hill Country sunset.
There is plenty of parking for 4-6 vehicles & your boat trailer. The house is at the end of a private road so there is no traffic (except the neighbors).
Austin generally has a temperate climate year-round, so you can hop aboard your boat & be skiing in minutes, go swimming off of the dock most of the year. If the water is too cold for you, do some early morning fishing, visit area shopping or just do some serious relaxing.
During your stay, you’re in your own private world, but Austin is as close as you like.
This is also great location for small business & church day retreats, corporate relocation, & writer seclusion. Families enjoy making this their “home base” when in town for weddings or family reunions. It is a good place, too, for wedding guests- parents, even the bride & groom's first night as a married couple. How romantic to be right on the lake to enjoy your first married night & morning.
See more pics & 'like' us on our page on Facebook- Hastings House (There is another 'Hastings House' - we're the one that shows an ivory colored home with lots of glass viewed through the trees.)
If this sounds too good to be true, well, this is our second home & we love it, so we may be a little biased. We hope you will build great memories as has our family through the years.
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Property Type
- 2 story
- House
- 1700 sq. ft.
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Suitability
- Pets Not Allowed
Bedrooms
- 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8, Beds for 4-8
- Master bedroom
- 1 king
- Master bath
- Main level
- 2 sleep sofa /futon
- Two sleeper sofas make out to queen.
- Back Guest Bedroom
- 2 twin/ single
- Daybed with roll-out trundle
- Mid-level Guest Bedroom
- 1 queen
- New queen size bed.
Bathrooms
- 2.0 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathrooms
- Master bath
- toilet, combination tub/shower
- Double sinks and makeup area. Two walk in closets.
- Bathroom 2
- toilet, shower
- Powder room
- toilet
- Convenient powder room with unique mirror.
Kitchen & Dining
- Microwave
- Cooking Utensils
- Toaster
- Ice Maker
Amenities
- Iron & Board
- Hair Dryer
- Parking
- Fireplace
- Heating
- Linens Provided
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- VCR
- Stereo
- CD Player
- DVD Player
- Books
- Games
- Toys
Communications
- Wireless Internet
Outdoor Features
Theme
- Sports & Activities
- Romantic
- Family
- Away From It All
Location & View
Activities
- Cinemas
- Wind-Surfing
- Golf
- Fishing
- Cycling
- Tennis
- Swimming
- Jet Skiing
- Hiking
- Kayaking
- Rock Climbing
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Water Skiing
- Freshwater Fishing
- Bird Watching
- Sight Seeing
- Boating
- Wildlife Viewing
- Shopping
- Miniature Golf
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Zoo
- Restaurants
- Live Theater
- Museums
- Antiquing
- Mountain Biking
Reviews
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The perfect place
The perfect place
- Guest Daniel G.
- Date of stay 04/19/13
- Review Submitted 04/24/13
The house was amazing! The pictures do not do it justice. The views of the back porch and dock are unbeatable.Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children, girls getaway.
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Hastings House
Hastings House
- Guest Jake
- Date of stay 03/21/13
- Review Submitted 03/26/13
Me and my 5 friends came down to tactical hog hunt, boat, and check the Austin area out. Had a great time! The house was nicely stocked with all the "fixings" of your own home, all we had to buy was food. The view from the deck and boat dock was awesome. Great house for a great price. Would recommend to others.Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+.
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Dream vacation
Dream vacation
- Guest Tonya
- Date of stay 03/12/13
- Review Submitted 03/18/13
We just ended our week's stay at the house and it was wonderful. We were there for the SXSW conference and it turned out to be the perfect location for us. The house is on a quite little street on the lake.with wonderful panoramic views. We were far enough away to escape from "all the noise" but close enough to drive in each night. The owners were very nice and helpful. I would recommend this house to anyone.Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway.
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birthday celebration
birthday celebration
- Guest suzieq
- Date of stay 09/07/12
- Review Submitted 09/19/12
The property is located in a beautiful area, although if you are bringing a water vehicle, it is not convenient to a boat ramp or for fueling once on the lake. The house is a nice size for 8 people and is equipped with lots of necessities. The only negative things were the ants that were in the kitchen, the BBQ pit that didn't work properly and a bathroom door that wouldn't close. We really enjoyed the deck! The sunsets were awesome!Recommended for: Age 55+, romantic getaway.
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Perfect house
Guest comment entered by ownerPerfect house
- Guest Norma & Bob, Shariane, Greg, Ty, Jelia & Kristin
- Date of stay 08/31/12
- Review Submitted 09/04/12
Such a beautiful view! The sunsets were gorgeous! The house worked perfectly for our three generations of family! We zipped right into town for the Longhorn game on Saturday :) Thank you for allowing us into your home!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Great house and great location
Great house and great location
- Guest Rusty
- Date of stay 08/13/12
- Review Submitted 08/22/12
We stayed a week in July and a week in August. The first week I brought all of my usual "going to a rental" gear. They had everything, next trip packed my toothbrush, shorts and t-shirts, did not bring any groceries either as great grocery store 10 minutes away. The Hastings put some effort into renting their family home and it shows. Highly recommend.Recommended for: Adventure seekers, families with teenagers.
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Hastings House Review
Hastings House Review
- Guest Steven
- Date of stay 04/20/12
- Review Submitted 05/02/12
The Hastings House is the perfect get away vacation home. It had a great big deck where we were able to sit and look over the beautiful lake water while enjoying eachother's company. The house was very spacious and clean. Also, you are a short drive away from downtown Austin! I would definitely rent the Hastings House again!Recommended for: Adventure seekers, romantic getaway.
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tgm
- Guest tgm
- Date of stay 11/22/11
- Review Submitted 12/01/11
This is a great house to rent any time of year. The lake is beautiful and just out the back door with 2 decks to enjoy.The location is secluded enough that it is very quiet. Very comfortable beds, spacious bathrooms and the kitchen is well stocked.We had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday at Hastings House.Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, tourists without a car, age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, girls getaway.
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Great, fun weekend
Great, fun weekend
- Guest Charlie
- Date of stay 09/09/11
- Review Submitted 09/25/11
The house was great. Owners practically provided everything we needed to enjoy our time here - DVDs, board games, toiletries, linens, towels, a fully furnished kitchen, and also some amazing banana bread. Would definitely stay here again.Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, girls getaway.
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Lovely, and Peaceful
Lovely, and Peaceful
- Guest "Annie"
- Date of stay 06/01/11
- Review Submitted 08/16/11
I spent 2 months at Hastings House this summer and it was so lovely. The Hastings family has done a great job in keeping everything clean, comfortable and convenient. It was so nice to be able to have my family visit and enjoy the cool lake and the beautiful surroundings.. I am looking forward to going back: a perfect vacation house.Recommended for: Sightseeing, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway.
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Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
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| Base Rate 2 night min stay |
$295 | $375 Fri, Sat |
$1715 | |||
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Discounts: 27 nights or more $179 nightly |
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| Memorial Day Weekend 2013 May 24 - May 27, 2013 3 night min stay |
$1185 flat fee |
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| Labor Day Weekend 2013 Aug 30 - Sep 2, 2013 3 night min stay |
$1185 flat fee |
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| Austin City Limits Festival Oct 4 - Oct 7, 2013 3 night min stay |
$1185 flat fee |
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| Austin City Limits Festival Oct 11 - Oct 14, 2013 3 night min stay |
$1185 flat fee |
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| 2013 Formula One Grand Prix Nov 11 - Nov 18, 2013 7 night min stay |
$2690 flat fee |
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Fees:
- Refundable Damage Deposit: $400
- Tax Rate 6%
Cancellation policy:
Cancellation within 14 days prior to Check-in Date will forfeit the rental reservation deposit unless we are able to rent the property for the same period for which you have cancelled. Restrictions: no children under 6 years; no pets
If you have any questions please contact the owner.
This owner accepts: Credit cards.
Call the owner directly to confirm reservation details and pay with an approved method (credit card, check, or bank transfer), to protect your payment up to $1,000.
Location
- Nearest Airport: Austin-Bergstrom International Airport at 21 Miles
- Nearest Train: Amtrak at 14 Miles
Owner info
About the owner: Hastings House is owned by the Hastings siblings- Annette, Mark & Scott. We all stayed in the Austin area, and all enjoy spending time at Hastings House with our friends and family.
Why the Owner Chose Lake Austin:
Our parents bought the property around 50 years ago based on the beautiful sunset views. The house was built in 1984. It is close enough to town that it is convenient to get to, yet far enough so that you can still get away.
The Unique Benefits at this House:
Privacy with the lake just a few feet away. A bit of Austin history in the old bricks from Congress Avenue over the fireplace.
At Hastings House, it is easy to forget your cares and just relax.
Contact us
- Primary: (512) 479-9222 (Texas, USA)
Links to more information:
- CLICK HERE - Facebook listing
- Click Here to see All My Rental Listings
Photos
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View of house from Lake Austin private boat deck
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Boat Dock viewed from house deck on Lake Austin.
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Street view of Hastings House. Lake Austin is on opposite side of house.
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Dining room and kitchen, lots of room for good times at Lake Austin
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House on Lake Austin great for small conferences
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Panoramic shot of living room, showing windows with view of Lake Austin.
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Living room with wall of windows overlooking Lake Austin.
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'Middle' bedroom with sofa that folds out to full bed. 36 inch TV in this room.
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Propane grill with spare tank.
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Lake Austin view from boat deck at dusk.
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Upstairs bedroom. There is a trundle bed, so 2 can sleep in here.
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Private boat dock on Lake Austin with boat lift and deck above
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Fun in Lake Austin from boat dock.
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Front entrance
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Kitchen view
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Living room, overlooks Lake Austin. Taken from master bedroom loft.
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Vaulted natural wood ceiling.
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Lake Austin house shows living room, dining room and master bedroom loft above.
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Master bedroom with balcony overlooking Lake Austin
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Back deck, overlooking Lake Austin, taken from Master Bedroom deck
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Lake Austin view from Master Bedroom balcony
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Back deck from master bedroom balcony overlooking Lake Austin
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