Spacious country oasis:Swim,BBQ, Attend Weddings!Close to venues in Hill Country
This 4-bedroom house in Austin is perfect for your escape to the vibrant city, while also serving as your comfy country retreat! Nearby attractions include local wineries, a vodka distillery and showroom, a zoo and a stunning wildflower conservancy.
With 2 king beds, 1 queen bed, 1 bunk bed with full/twin, 2 pullout beds (1 double, 1 twin)this superb property offers comfortable sleeping arrangements for all guests. One bathroom has a bathtub with a shower and grab bars. The other, en suite bathroom , has a huge shower with a rain head and hand wand, grab bars, and heated towel rack and bidet.
Take a refreshing dip in our large enclosed pool, which is heated seasonally (for an additional fee) and has large roof mounted fans to help cool off in warmer periods. Go swimming at night if you want to! This pool is older and has a lot of character. We monitor the water quality online and maintain it before and after each reservation. If you want the pool heated, we begin that process a couple of days before your arrival as it takes time to heat such a large pool. There is also a standing propane heater for guests who have chosen to heat the pool that can be used to warm the enclosure, but please bear in mind that the enclosure is partially screened. We require $60 heating fee and $30 per night.
Bust out your inner BBQ chef by enjoying our covered patio with a propane grill, smoker, plenty of cooking utensils and outdoor seating. Take your dining and cooking experience indoors and use our full kitchen and dining room.There are also plenty of restaurants nearby if you want someone else to take over the cooking, or head downtown or out to Dripping Springs where you can sample everything from food trucks and taquerias to fine dining. Perfectly suited for families or a group, we welcome you and your guests to enjoy our lovely family home. Up to two dogs are welcome, so your fur babies can join in the fun on our fenced property.
Relax and make s'mores or sing songs around our fire pit. We will bring up kindling and logs for your first night, but if you want more we have more out at the edge of the property to the left of the quonset hut (big metal building).
We think our place will help you experience everything Austin and the Texas Hill Country has to offer. We provide your four digit pin prior to your arrival. Enter at carport entrance. Tap in your code, push the rectangle, the circle will light up and you can hear the door unlock. Depress the latch on the door handle then enter. To unlock the slider at patio there is a sliding lock on the handle and a lower lock at the floor, touch that gently with your foot to unlock.
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Service animals allowed
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
The front door can only be locked from the inside, please leave by the carport door.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Adult must be present any time pool is used.
No pets in pool or on furniture additional cleaning / repair costs. Pets crated if alone pet waste must be removed
We value our guests and our neighbors. Quiet time helps everyone, and begins at 10 p.m. and ends at 7 a.m.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 4497448
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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses some solar energy; some water is reused through a grey water recycling system
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
About the neighborhood
Austin
Located in Austin, this vacation home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Zilker Park and Lake Travis, while Austin City Limits and Moody Theater are cultural highlights. Ready for a night out? Consider Broken Spoke and Comedy Mothership. Discover the area's water adventures with water skiing and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
University of Texas at Austin - 18 min drive - 26.1 km
Moody Center - 19 min drive - 25.3 km
Lake Travis - 20 min drive - 26.6 km
Getting around
Austin Station - 18 min drive
Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 24 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 5 min drive
Jack Allen's Kitchen - 7 min drive
HTeaO - Austin - 5 min drive
Dutch Bros Coffee - 5 min drive
The League Kitchen & Tavern - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Spacious country oasis:Swim,BBQ, Attend Weddings!Close to venues in Hill Country have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Spacious country oasis:Swim,BBQ, Attend Weddings!Close to venues in Hill Country?
As of Jun 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spacious country oasis:Swim,BBQ, Attend Weddings!Close to venues in Hill Country on Jun 10, 2026 start from $380, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Spacious country oasis:Swim,BBQ, Attend Weddings!Close to venues in Hill Country pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Spacious country oasis:Swim,BBQ, Attend Weddings!Close to venues in Hill Country?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Spacious country oasis:Swim,BBQ, Attend Weddings!Close to venues in Hill Country?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Spacious country oasis:Swim,BBQ, Attend Weddings!Close to venues in Hill Country located?
Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Austin, Bannockburn Baptist Church, and Radha Madhav Dham. Bannockburn Baptist Church and Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center are also within 9 mi (15 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
The property was perfect for our two families. The pool was great for the kids. The hosts provided many amenities and the location was ideal!
Courtney L.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 3, 2026
Thank you so much for staying in our family home! We really appreciate you and thank you very much for washing drying and re-rolling the beach towels you went above and beyond! Please come back when the weather is nicer!
This home was great. My family and I loved the location and it made us feel as you are at home. Loved the complimentary drinks and family enjoyed the coffee/tea bar. Pool was so nice. We went for my niece's graduation so it was relaxing after all the walking we did.
The property served us very well. It had all the amenities you would like/need for an enjoyable stay. Patricia & Gerald were very responsive any time we had a question about the property. This is the perfect place if you need a place that feels like a home away from home.
Anne W.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 22, 2026
Thanks for taking such good care of our place and for remaining in contact with us throughout your stay! Thanks for bringing the rain with you😉
Every time I stay at this property I enjoy it every time. the location is the best. plenty of room for my guests to stay somewhere and have a great time.
Lots of room for family gatherings. Had everything we needed and more!
Rebecca D.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 28, 2025
Rebecca and her family stayed with us for our longest stay so far, 7 nights, and we had just hosted a group of 12, who checked out the day before.
We learned a lot about hosting as a result of these guests, and we would be delighted to host them again. Hopefully the weather would be nicer!
Best hosts EVER! The house is so well appointed from the comfy beds to the coffee bar! We had so much fun in the HUGE pool and thanks for heating it for us. We chose this for the heated pool and the easy access to Austin, the hill country and even the Riverwalk and Alamo were only 1.5 hours away. Kids enjoyed picking their rooms.
Cheryl M.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 21, 2026
Thank you, thank you to the best guests EVER! We are so glad you stayed with us and were amazed that you cared for our place as though it were your own; even doing as much of the laundry as you could with the available supplies!! We can't be more pleased.
Kids enjoyed the pool even though some of my teenage kids saw the pool as not clean enough. I did mention to them that it is a country pool and that was that. The property does have a big yard with lots of greenery and enough parking area for 8 cars not including the road space. The inside of the house has plenty of space for 12 adults easily. We especially liked the big screen TV in the living area and the long couch for 8 people easily. It is a place to enjoy the family in a place away from home but still have the feeling of being at home.
We felt very welcomed with a personal note and all the amenities (pool, fire pit, etc) all well explained. When we walked in we immediately felt relaxed and in a home vs a sterile rental. Location was great, nice and quiet yet close to it all, hard to know from the quiet house and serene yard 290 was just a little ways down the road! Beautiful yard and the interior space worked great for a large family group. Host was very responsive and immediately answered any and all questions.
I loved this property. Nice and cozy. Owner went over and beyond with local locations of places to go. Spacious living room. The home was well taken care of and gave off a loving feeling.
Jo Francis M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 22, 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to review our place! We're so delighted that you enjoyed yourselves. Please keep us in mind if you ever get back our way!
Excellent place!!!Felt like home!!!If you require the Four Seasons, this isn’t the place, but if you are humble and appreciate a family putting their childhood home on VRBO, this is it!We stayed the weekend for a wedding and it felt like we were in our own home.***** Five Stars *****10/10
We really enjoyed our stay at this Vrbo. There was 9 of us staying and we all fit comfortably. There are only two bathrooms so be prepared to set up a shower schedule for large groups.The pool was a good size with a grill and plenty of seating conveniently close by.The kitchen was fully stocked and had everything we needed for our BBQ pool day.If you're visiting Dripping Springs i highly recommend this Vrbo.
Chriscina L.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 5, 2025
So glad you enjoyed your stay! You're welcome back anytime.
The place was like we never left home we loved everything about it everything we needed they had and then some the grandkids spent hours in the pool day and night since there were lights plenty of space outside and inside 10 out of 10 thx yall
Brandon W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 29, 2025
Thanks Brandon, so glad you enjoyed your stay! Come back soon!
We had a great experience staying here! The pool was bigger than expected we ended up swimming more than we thought we would. The host were very well mannered and communicated so well with us. You can tell they put in so much effort to make this place feel like home. The check in process was so smooth. Overall would definitely recommend. Hopefully we can go back another time.
What a wonderful property! It has lots of room for big families. The outdoor patio and pool are so relaxing! Every thing was provided to make our stay easy and fun! Plenty of towels, beach towels, napkins, paper towels...and so much more. Even a jar of yummy homemade jam! We would stay here again! Patricia has the best and fastest communication. Great property!! Thank you!!
Would definitely recommend this property and host/co-hosts. Everything was just as described in the listing and more. Communication was excellent. Very cozy and relaxing environment. Pool is a big plus! Thank you!
LaJuanna B.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 15, 2025
LaJuanna and her family were fantastic guests. Left the property neat as a pin and even did the dishes and a load of laundry. Great at communicating and were just the perfect first guests for us to experience with VRBO. Hope they return soon for a longer stay!
This property is by far one of the best stays I have had in VRBO! Will recommend to anyone I know coming to town, and when we need to go back. Plenty of room for all our family to spend time together celebrating our UT grad. Fully stocked with everything you could need and great little extras! We spent a lot of time enjoying the outdoor spaces and grill! Dogs loved the yard to play! And if you need it, handicap accessible….perfect location to enjoy Austin and get out of the craziness too!
Lucinda H.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
About the host
Hosted by Gerald Boman Co-host/owner
Our Dad retired from the Air Force and our large family was able to finally settle here just outside of Austin after many moves over the years. We all worked on our home over the years; from cleaning the pool once we had it installed, to picking rocks and building the stone fence at the front of the property and expanding the patio to eventually be large enough for the beautiful covered area you can now experience as our guests. We wanted to have a place we could continue to enjoy with our own friends and families and now we get to share it with you!
Why they chose this property
We have watched the live oaks on our property grow from size of bushes to the beautiful trees that shade our space. We have neighbors that used to ride on the school bus with us! We watched Austin grow and continue to stay weird and saw many of the shows that made it the live music capital of the world! We want to help you make memories here, this is important to us and we will try our best to accommodate every guest.
What makes this property unique
We didn't set out to be short term rental property owners and hosts, we just wanted to honor our parents by preserving and maintaining our family home. We delight in sharing this home with our own families and now with our guests and their friends and families. You are important to us, we are at the property before and after every guest's stay trying to make it better every time. We welcome your feedback. We have noticed a huge amount of interest in guests attending local weddings, there are several wedding venues within five est.miles of our place. So we make sure to have an iron and ironing board, lint rollers, full length mirrors, lots of amenities to help everyone look their b
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