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Hill Country studio: 1 mi to lake, 20 min to DT Austin
Lakefront apartment in Austin with kitchenette
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom 1 bathroom Sleeps 4 503 sq ft
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Explore the area
Austin, TX
- Place, Lake Austin19 min walk
- Place, Lake Travis17 min drive
- Place, University of Texas at Austin21 min drive
- Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)29 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed
Living Room 1
1 Queen Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet
Spaces
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Hill Country studio: 1 mi to lake, 20 min to DT Austin
Want to experience what makes Austin weird and wonderful? Stay in this cozy and bright studio apartment in the wooded Cuernavaca neighborhood, less than a mile from the lake and an easy 20 minute drive to downtown Austin, or ~10 minutes to the Hill Country Galleria.
The neighborhood was established in the ‘60s and became a home for Austinites wanting an alternative lifestyle. That legacy lives today with the type of home you find here — everything from log cabins to far out lake houses to communal living spaces — and in the type of residents: friendly musicians, artists, and lake-addicted families.
Wake up and take a stroll through the peaceful neighborhood with lake views. Then drive up to Civil Goat Coffee where you can say "hi" to the resident pygmy goat, Butters.
During the day you have so many choices!
• Visit Commons Ford Ranch Metropolitan Park, a wonderful place to hike, picnic, or swim. (6 min drive)
• Check out the Hill Country Galleria for lunch and to do some shopping (12 min drive)
• Gorge yourself on BBQ from The County Line on the Hill (10 min drive)
• Or check out central Austin (20 min drive)
Once you've tired yourself out with all Austin has to offer, head back to your peaceful studio for a tranquil bath in the oversized tub, make a cup of tea in your mini kitchen, and sit out on the bench swing to watch the deer come out to graze and the people come out to sit on their front porches. Settle in for the night on a comfortable king-size bed. And if you’re party is a little larger, pull out the roomy sofa bed so everyone sleeps comfortably.
*Please note: This studio is attached to our main house, so you might hear us (and our teenage kids and dog), and we might hear you! There is space for no more than 2 cars. Kitchenette includes mini fridge, microwave, toaster oven, Keurig, kettle, basic utensils and tableware. No kitchen sink, oven, or stove. The TV in the bedroom has an Apple TV, but there is no cable television.
The neighborhood was established in the ‘60s and became a home for Austinites wanting an alternative lifestyle. That legacy lives today with the type of home you find here — everything from log cabins to far out lake houses to communal living spaces — and in the type of residents: friendly musicians, artists, and lake-addicted families.
Wake up and take a stroll through the peaceful neighborhood with lake views. Then drive up to Civil Goat Coffee where you can say "hi" to the resident pygmy goat, Butters.
During the day you have so many choices!
• Visit Commons Ford Ranch Metropolitan Park, a wonderful place to hike, picnic, or swim. (6 min drive)
• Check out the Hill Country Galleria for lunch and to do some shopping (12 min drive)
• Gorge yourself on BBQ from The County Line on the Hill (10 min drive)
• Or check out central Austin (20 min drive)
Once you've tired yourself out with all Austin has to offer, head back to your peaceful studio for a tranquil bath in the oversized tub, make a cup of tea in your mini kitchen, and sit out on the bench swing to watch the deer come out to graze and the people come out to sit on their front porches. Settle in for the night on a comfortable king-size bed. And if you’re party is a little larger, pull out the roomy sofa bed so everyone sleeps comfortably.
*Please note: This studio is attached to our main house, so you might hear us (and our teenage kids and dog), and we might hear you! There is space for no more than 2 cars. Kitchenette includes mini fridge, microwave, toaster oven, Keurig, kettle, basic utensils and tableware. No kitchen sink, oven, or stove. The TV in the bedroom has an Apple TV, but there is no cable television.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Austin
Located on a lake, this apartment is in Austin Lake Estates, 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. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
Austin, TX
What's nearby
- Lake Austin - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- Emma Long Metropolitan Park - 7 min drive - 3.4 km
- Hippie Hollow - 14 min drive - 10.5 km
- Lake Travis - 17 min drive - 13.5 km
- University of Texas at Austin - 21 min drive - 23.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Vaqueros Cafe & Cantina - 26 min drive
- Patrizi’s - 6 min walk
- Ski Shores Waterfront Cafe - 29 min drive
- Civil Goat Coffee Roasters - 2 min drive
- Steiner Ranch Steakhouse - 23 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Lynn Wise

I'm a proud fifth generation Texan! As a kid, I grew up in Dallas where my mom worked in the music business. We visited our family in Austin often, and even then I loved the city. It was full of artists and nature and fun things to do, and it felt much more relaxed than Dallas. I was elated when we finally made the permanent move to Austin when I was in high school.
Why they chose this property
Austin has changed a lot since I was a kid, but the Cuernavaca area feels like old Austin. It's full of musicians and nature and all the quirkiness I remember loving as a kid. It isn't central Austin, but that's a plus for us. It's close enough where we can enjoy all the trendy new things Austin has to offer and escape back into our quiet little corner when we're tired of all that and ready to unwind.
What makes this property unique
We take exceptional care of the studio, since we live on site. I believe we are the best value stay in West Austin!
We are also close to great hiking, including at parks on the lake. And there is a ton of wildlife in the neighborhood: Deer graze on our lawn each morning and evening, and we often see foxes, armadillo, and more on our walks. In the Spring, we often have fawn curled up on our porch.
We are also close to great hiking, including at parks on the lake. And there is a ton of wildlife in the neighborhood: Deer graze on our lawn each morning and evening, and we often see foxes, armadillo, and more on our walks. In the Spring, we often have fawn curled up on our porch.
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