Book for Summer!! Lake Austin Waterfront, Family and Dog Friendly!

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

Pet friendly

Hot Tub

Fireplace

Outdoor Space

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Austin, TX

Lake Austin1 min walk
Lake Travis17 min drive
University of Texas at Austin32 min drive
Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)44 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Bedroom 3

+1

1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Rejuvenate and reconnect with family and friends at our Historic, rustic family lake retreat. Perfect for R & R or lake activities on constant level Lake Austin. 100 feet of lakefront and a gently sloping grass lawn with 50 year old pecan trees planted by our grandfather, dock for your ski/fishing boat with public ramp 1 block away , use our kayaks and life jackets to explore wildlife preserve (Balcones Canyonlands Preserve) across the lake. Plenty of room for multi family get togethers. The kitchen is fully stocked and ready for that Holiday meal preparation and clean up is easy with the dishwasher!

There's plenty of outdoor space, grill and cast iron smoker for family cookouts, boat dock, kayaks, horseshoe pit and large patio seating with Firepit!! Inside there is a wonderful fireplace with plenty of firewood included. Lake Austin Spa Resort is within walking distance, too!

The only thing we ask is that noise be kept low after 10pm.. We love our neighbors and want them to love you too!!

Keywords: Lakefront, view, water view, waterfront, lake view, Lake Austin, family, pet freindly, large groups, lake activities, dock, pets, boat dock, boat, Lake Austin, grill, swimming, boating, dog friendly, dog

Property manager

Ann Berry

Amenities

Hot Tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet friendly

Air conditioning

Austin Vacation Rental | 4BR | 3.5BA | 2,758 Sq Ft | Stairs to Access

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Life preservers and close supervision

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Pet deposit. $100/pet/stay

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Absolutely no smoking inside the home.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Austin

Located on a lake, this vacation home is in Lower Basin Lake Travis, a neighborhood 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. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

Lake Austin - 1 min walk
Lake Travis - 17 min drive
University of Texas at Austin - 32 min drive
Sixth Street - 33 min drive
Zilker Park - 33 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

McDonald's - 27 min drive
Tony C's Coal Fired Pizza - 27 min drive
Panera Bread - 27 min drive
Maudie’s Hill Country - 27 min drive
Chili's Grill & Bar - 27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Book for Summer!! Lake Austin Waterfront, Family and Dog Friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Book for Summer!! Lake Austin Waterfront, Family and Dog Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Book for Summer!! Lake Austin Waterfront, Family and Dog Friendly!?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Book for Summer!! Lake Austin Waterfront, Family and Dog Friendly! located?

This family-friendly Austin vacation home is located on a lake, just steps from Lake Austin and Colorado River. Hippie Hollow and Cypress Creek are also within 9 mi (15 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Jul 23, 2023

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

Awesome Time!

Great host! Great property! Such a relaxing weekend!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Nov 4, 2022

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

Great Property and Host

This property was a great fit for our group, in a great location, and Ann was a great host. She was excellent at communicating, responding to questions/requests, and doing her best to address any questions we had. Being lakefront on Lake Austin doesn't get any better. Would definitely stay again!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Aug 15, 2022

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

Beautiful backyard with river access.

Plenty of beds and space for a large group. The backyard is great for outdoor lawn games and activities in the river.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Mackenzie W.

Aug 11, 2022

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

PERFECT location

If you love Lake Austin like we do then you're willing to overlook a lot for location, location, location. :) The house itself is super dated and not for someone who needs the newest and best.. but if you want prime location then that's what you're paying for. The house manager was friendly and helpful with the couple of questions I had and the neighbors were very sweet.. honestly it had everything we needed and even more (cornhole, floats, blenders, spices, etc..)

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Edward M.

Jul 22, 2022

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

Disliked: Cleanliness

Awesome location, but definitely rustic

As advertised, the land and view are beautifully serene. The lawn, shaded by tall pecan trees, gently slopes down to the lake, with the view looking across to the Balconies Canyonland Preserve. The shade and the breeze (and the water!) make for a very comfortable setting even in the 100 degree heat of the Austin summer. The house itself, however, is more of a camp than a retreat. "Rustic" in this case means unkept. It does not appear to have been upgraded since the 80's with respect to infrastructure (lighting, electrical, a/c, windows, weatherproofing), as well as furniture, beds, and kitchen. The place also struggles with keeping clean. Cobwebs, dust, and insects were a constant. The driveway is need of repair at the street...my car hit bottom a couple of times. That being said, we've stayed here the past two years for extended stays. We overlooked the subpar housing issues because we wanted easy access to the lake and a relaxing, inexpensive escape for our family. So, if that's your goal, this is definitely the place. If you want luxury, Austin Day Spa is down the street.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Ann Berry

Home currently owned by 3 siblings who grew up coming to the Austin Lake House on a regular basis. We have now raised our own kids with regular visits - It never gets old!!

Why they chose this property

Our Grandfather, who was comptroller for Texas Parks and Wildlife, bought the property in the 40's, knowing that a Federal Wildlife Preserve was directly across the lake. He and my father built the origional home in the early 50's. The house has been expanded twice and recently updated for comfort and convenience.

What makes this property unique

We love our family lake house and want to share it with you. We have had many family holidays and events on this picturesque property.The front lawn is expansive and has seen volleyball, frisbee, softball, and flag football games. The layout of sunporch and patio are conducive to outdoor BBQs and outdoor living. Two different sitting area with cable TV and DVD players allow 2 separate groups (kids/adults) to do their 'own thing'. Rooms are spread out so noise and privacy usually not an issue.

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