Family Staycation Paradise -Lake Austin Waterfront:Volleyball, Kayaks, Hiking

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A rustic cabin interior with wooden beams, a ceiling fan, a dining area, and a large window.
A dock with wicker furniture and a glass structure by the water.
A wooden cabin interior with a dining area, sliding glass doors, and a visible staircase.
A cozy cabin with a wooden interior, large windows, a quilted sofa, a small table, and a rustic lamp.
A cozy cabin with a wooden interior, large windows, a dining table, and a fireplace.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Lake Austin
Sleeps 63 bedrooms4 beds

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Austin, TX
  • Place, Lake Austin
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Travis
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Texas at Austin
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Family Staycation Paradise -Lake Austin Waterfront:Volleyball, Kayaks, Hiking

NOTE: LCRA is lowering Lake Austin Oct 12-Nov 30, 2026 for property owner dock maintenance. There won't be lake life as usual, but our kids growing up loved!!! big hikes on the dried lake bed. I can send pix to show what that is like. The usual property description is below: replace "kayaks" and "Lily pad" with bird watching at a cozy retreat between downtown Austin fun and Hill country adventures.
An "OOO-AHH" lake get-away. Sand volleyball, kayaks, Lily pad. Kayak across the lake and hike or check out other local trails in Steiner. Or let the serenity entice you to chillax. Custom built home with cedar flooring and exposed beams. Feels like middle of nowhere but a world class spa & wonderful restaurants are in the neighborhood (Cho Sushi, Steiner Ranch Steakhouse, Farmands has a great play area for kids) Famous sunsets at the Oasis on Lake Travis 7 miles away, and 40 minutes from downtown Austin. We love to see kids (and kids at heart) enjoy the property. Noise is good....kids squealing joyfully and puppies playing makes us happy. We have a fire pit and grill for guest use only and an owner shared hot-tub. (We live next door) Owner Shelly is always delighted to help with your area questions and trip plans. With 2 parking spaces and 1 bath we book groups of 6 or less. Make sure the room configuration works for your group: Two bedrooms, one with a double bed and one with a full bed, two more may sleep in twin beds up the captain’s ladder in the loft. (Kids and teens love this space, look at the photos and make sure your kids are old enough to be safe on the ladder up to the loft.) Note - We do not count the twin beds on the screened sleeping porch as bed space. It is an ethereal space to enjoy to listen to the birds in the morning, delight in rain on the metal roof, slip away for a glass of wine….but the Texas heat is a factor so the porch is for hanging out, not recommended for sleeping year round.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before noon
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Great place for kids to be kids.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 453 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Parking only available for two vehicles.
Life jackets required on kayaks and paddle board.
If bringing more than 1 pet please advise host at time of booking as price per pet is $50.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3580000
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Austin

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Lower Basin Lake Travis, a neighbourhood in Austin. Austin City Limits and Moody Theater are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium or Moody Center. With kayaking, waterskiing and water tubing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Austin, TX

What's nearby

  • Lake Austin - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lake Travis - 13 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Zilker Park - 42 min drive - 46.2 km
  • University of Texas at Austin - 45 min drive - 49.9 km
  • Sixth Street - 48 min drive - 50.3 km

Getting around

  • Austin Station - 38 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪P. Terry's Burger Stand - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Summer Moon Coffee - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Don Mario Mexican Restaurant - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family Staycation Paradise -Lake Austin Waterfront:Volleyball, Kayaks, Hiking pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Family Staycation Paradise -Lake Austin Waterfront:Volleyball, Kayaks, Hiking?

As of 21 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family Staycation Paradise -Lake Austin Waterfront:Volleyball, Kayaks, Hiking on 6 Jan 2027 start from £778, 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.

How much is parking at Family Staycation Paradise -Lake Austin Waterfront:Volleyball, Kayaks, Hiking?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family Staycation Paradise -Lake Austin Waterfront:Volleyball, Kayaks, Hiking?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Staycation Paradise -Lake Austin Waterfront:Volleyball, Kayaks, Hiking?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Family Staycation Paradise -Lake Austin Waterfront:Volleyball, Kayaks, Hiking located?

This family-friendly Austin holiday home is located on the waterfront, just steps away from Lake Austin and Colorado River. Hippie Hollow and Concordia University Texas are also within 9 miles (15 km).

About the host

Hosted by Shelly Priebe

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I grew up in a dreadfully nondescript area of Illinois (cornfields) but my parents wanted more than anything to live on the water and even though they earned a modest income as teachers they succeeded! In third grade we moved into a lakefront home in Central Illinois and it was THE gathering place for my friends as I grew up. They gave me the gift of prioritizing a water based lifestyle. Chuck and I bought this property when we got engaged in 1988 and our 4 children ages 25 to 12 relish the lifestyle I did as a child.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with this ethereal part of Lake Austin and bought our home in 1988. It was 2 BR/1Bath with gold shag carpet and we were in heaven. Have added on to our home many times and we built the guest house in 2004 hoping to lure out of state grandparents. We failed at that but have loved being able to host many travelers, church youth retreat weekends, you name it!

What makes this property unique

Every piece of furniture hand picked over time from visits to the semi-annual Round Top antique fair except for the custom made cedar dining table with benches. Nothing matches but everything soothes in this eclectic and comfortable home. Want some activity? A sand volleyball court awaits. Or kayak across the lake and hike up to a waterfall.

Languages:

English, French

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