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Luxury Retreat | Saltwater Pool | Onsite Restaurant

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Property grounds
Exterior
Exterior
Dining
Interior detail
8 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 22

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Breakfast available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Austin, TX
  • Popular LocationLake Austin7 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake Travis13 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Texas at Austin15 min drive
  • AirportAustin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)25 min drive

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 22)

Cottage 1

Cottage 2

Cottage 3

Cottage 4

Cottage 5

Cottage 6

Cottage 7

Cottage 8

8 bathrooms

Cottage 1 Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Cottage 2 Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Cottage 3 Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Cottage 4 Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Cottage 5 Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Cottage 6 Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Cottage 7 Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Cottage 8 Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Luxury Retreat | Saltwater Pool | Onsite Restaurant

The Wayback is a casual boutique hotel 15 minutes west of downtown. Our style here is friendly, comfortable and classic. Surrounded by hills and a big Texas sky, The Wayback is a place to feel the breeze, be carefree and linger.

The Wayback property features:
-eight board and batten cottages furnished with a mix of classics and a fresh touch. Cottages sleep 1-4 people. For travelers or an in-town getaway, the cottages are intimate, comfortable and lovely.
-a cafe that serves traditional food using the best ingredients available. The cafe is open to the public for breakfast, lunch, dinner and happy hour Tuesday through Sunday.
-a combination drink/pool cabana as the spot to get a picnic lunch or drink. Ask for a picnic blanket and look for a casual spot on the lawn.
-event spaces with lawns and views to host up to 100 guests. The cafe, cabana, fire pit and saltwater pool are also available for a full or partial buyout. For events hosted by The Wayback, check out the ‘Events’ tab on our website. There is an addtional fee for hosting an Event at The Wayback Austin

Property manager

Sydney

Amenities

Pool
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Breakfast available
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no Smoking on the Property
TEXAS LAW: ALCOHOL brought onto Wayback property is permitted ONLY INSIDE cottages. ALCOHOL consumed outside cottages must be purchased from Wayback.
POOL BEVERAGES must be in CLEAR, PLASTIC containers, and must be purchased from The Wayback. NO GLASS. NO INSULATED CONTAINERS.
OUTSIDE FOOD & BEVERAGE is not allowed in public spaces. This is a health code.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 100
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 area

Austin

This cottage is located 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 Moody Center or Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium. Kayaking and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
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Austin, TX

What's nearby

  • Lake Austin - 7 min drive
  • Zilker Park - 12 min drive
  • Lake Travis - 13 min drive
  • Sixth Street - 15 min drive
  • University of Texas at Austin - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Austin Station - 35 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa - 7 min drive
  • Chick-Fil-A - 6 min drive
  • Starbucks - 6 min drive
  • County Line on the Hill - 5 min drive
  • Hat Creek Burger Company - 5 min drive

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About the host

Hosted by Sydney

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Mother-daughter team Vicki Bly and Sydney Sue envisioned The Wayback as a place close enough to downtown but far enough away to experience the beauty of the hills. “Our original idea was to open a small coffee shop, but while planning, The Wayback evolved into a much needed farm-to-table cafe, cottages and grounds for private events. The property and views are beautiful. We want this to become a neighborhood place where our Westlake community can gather with friends and enjoy the natural beauty of where we live.”

Why they chose this property

It's ONLY 15 minutes from downtown Austin and 20 minutes to wine country, but private enough you feel you are in the country.
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