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Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown

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A spacious dining area with a wooden railing, a large clock, and a rustic barn-style door.
A two-story house with a front porch, a staircase, and a small garden area.
A covered porch with a ceiling fan, wooden rocking chairs, and a view of a backyard.
A spacious living room with a large television, comfortable seating, and a kitchen in the background.
A spacious kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a white table and chairs, and a large window providing natural light.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Austin, TX
  • Place, Labyrinth
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Sixth Street
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Texas at Austin
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area

About this property

Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown

Enjoy our brand new home peacefully tucked away under live oak trees in the privacy of the back half-acre of our property far removed from streets and immediate neighbors. Only 12 miles from downtown.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Friendly reminder-guests responsible for damages
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pool at adjacent property not automatically included. Must inquire if available for by the hour rental.
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the property.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2782637vb
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Austin

Austin is home to this holiday home. Austin City Limits and Moody Theater are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit South Congress Avenue and Sixth Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Moody Center or Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium.
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Austin, TX

What's nearby

  • Labyrinth - 6 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Zilker Park - 15 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Sixth Street - 21 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Austin Convention Center - 21 min drive - 24.3 km
  • University of Texas at Austin - 21 min drive - 19.4 km

Getting around

  • Austin Station - 15 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lala’s South Pole - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown located?

Situated in Austin, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, Garrison Park and Sunset Valley Village. South Congress Avenue and West Gate Central are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

leslie b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly a gem! We loved everything about this cute and accommodating property. The house was perfect with everything that you could need. Highly recommend a stay here. Not far from downtown and easy access to so many places around the city.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

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

Wedding lodging

Bill and Rita were wonderful, house was beautiful..
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kassidy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, cozy home. We loved how well stocked the house was and the location of the property was unbeatable. Very peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexis R.

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

Great hosts and even greater location.

We enjoyed our stay, although short. The host were great and it's in a fantastic location. Close to everything but nestled away from the hustle and bustle of the city. We will definitely book again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kari B.

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

Lovely host and property

Fabulous!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyishia S.

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

Nice Getaway

We came to get away for a quick girls trip and fully enjoyed this home. It’s very beautiful, quiet, clean, and the host was very hospitable. We would Definitely want to stay here again when visiting next time!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun, 2023
So glad you enjoyed your experience at Arete Stay! .That’s what we were going for!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob H.

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

Great stay in austin!

Beautiful property, quiet and serene. Bill and Rita have thought of everything. Very comfortable, everything there is top notch. They're only 15 minutes from downtown Austin and it's worth a few extra minutes of travel to stay in such a nice place. We will stay there again the next time we are in Austin!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul, 2025
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We are glad to hear your stay with us was enjoyable. See you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family Fun

Great location. Quiet space with outside space for kiddos to run around. Lots of board games to have fun inside as well! Great hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Nov, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to review our guest house. Happy to know you enjoyed yourselves! See you next time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife and I enjoyed our visit to Austin and Arete Stay. The home is neat, clean and well appointed. We had ample space for ourselves, plus room to entertain either on the back patio or the covered front porch. We have adult children and a grandchild nearby, and the location was perfect for us. The house easily absorbed another 4 adults and a toddler with room to spare. While we had no other folks staying with us, the home is well prepared for such a visit having two full bedrooms and a full bath in an area well away from the en-suite master bedroom.We have stayed in a number of VRBO homes over the years, and Arete Stay ranks at the top. Highly recommended!
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William B.

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

Great stay!

I'd give 6 stars if I could. One of the best experiences I've ever had with VRBO. Would go back to visit Austin and I wouldn't book anywhere else to stay! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick J.

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

Christmas vacation at Arete Stay

Bill and Rita were excellent hosts. They were very responsive with all communication. The home is well cared for, cozy, and pleasant. We can't wait to come back for our next trip to Austin.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James E.

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

Great place... amazing stay!

It's a little oasis just south of downtown. Loved our stay here. My friends are already talking about a return trip. Very clean and well stocked. Hosts are great! Thanks again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Apr, 2024
You’re welcome and we would look forward to seeing you again! Safe travels!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caitlyn N.

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

Weekend Stay

Truly could not have imagined a better stay. Rita went out of her way to make sure we had everything we needed for our first roadtrip with our baby - from high chairs, to bouncers, to crib, etc. The house and property truly cannot be beat - it’s hard to find that type of seclusion and peace but still be within minutes from all Austin has to offer. We would stay here again and again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2025
Your review is music to our ears! We love providing a warm and inviting place to relax while visiting Austin. Hope to see you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is even more gorgeous in person! My family and I (2 adults, 4 yr old, 12 yr old) stayed here for 4 days and had a wonderful experience. We enjoyed all the provided games and loved that we were so close to so many different activities both in Austin and the surrounding areas. Bill and Rita are amazing and so accommodating! We made so many memories here and would love to return in the future. This was exactly what we were looking for, a little bit of home with the luxury of vacation. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James N.

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

Family Time

We had everything we needed at the property. Bill and Rita are great hosts and are in a separate house on the property which allows them to assist immediately whenever there is something you need. The location is great and silent. I would book again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clarice H.

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

Beautiful Gem

This was one of the best VRBO properties- scratch that it was the best- that my family has ever stayed at. Perfect size, perfect backyard, exactly as advertised. Great communication with hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phillip L.

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

Weekend with family

We didn’t realize how lucky we would be when we booked this fine house for a weekend out in Austin with my family. Bill and Rita were so kind and we felt welcomed by them and the house. Perfect location for getting into Austin and still having a quiet and cozy place to retire every evening
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie W.

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

Girls get away

Lovely home Plenty of room Had a great time
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne H.

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

Near family in Cherry Creek

We had a great 13 night stay at this location which was a 2 minute drive from our daughter’s home.The pool adjacent to the rental is possibly available for an additional fee, which was a nice option for our family.A great quality home that was private and quiet.We’ll be using this property again.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow! What a wonderful time we have had at Arete Stay! Everything was absolutely perfect! From the beautiful exterior of the home to the clean and cozy interior that was stocked with everything we needed and more! We agree that this is the best rental we’ve ever had and plan to stay here many more times while visiting in Austin. We love it here!Bill & Rita are awesome hosts who have such a great attention to every detail we could have imagined. Looking forward to our next visit at Arete Stay!Thank you, Bill & Rita!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerri G.

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

Beautiful property

The house was beautiful and functional. We met Bill and communicated with Rita through the app. Both were great! The house was very clean and in a great location for what we needed. We look forward to returning again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful home, lovely porches and outdoor areas. Hosts nice. Great neighborhood. Master mattress not ideal.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Minh P.

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

Arete Stay

This stay was such a treat. The hosts were very friendly and responsive to all questions. The property was fully furnished and had everything we needed and more! New and clean. Couldn't have asked for a bettery stay for a group of 7 in Austin, TX. Will definitely revisit when we go back to Austin.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Arete Stay is true to its name…..true excellence! The host is amazing. The check in and check out were very smooth and easy. The house is beautiful, comfy and cozy. The host went overboard with all the included amenities! Truly, everything you could think of was provided and included. Yard games, guest toiletries, hand soaps and more. Wow! I’ve stayed in many rental houses, but this one was by far one of the best!! Not only that, but the location was amazing. Only 20-30 minutes to anywhere in Austin. Close to the airport, but a little slice of private country living. We highly recommend and will definitely come back! 10 stars!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay here was wonderful! We came to Austin for the weekend and the home was spacious with a FABULOUS porch that made for really lovely mornings together. It felt tucked away but also close to everything we needed. The kitchen was really well stocked, and it was easy to feel at home. It was plenty clean for us! I am a bit of a nut when it comes to cleanliness so I wasn’t thrilled with grime in the refrigerator, but overall had absolutely no impact on how pleasant the stay was. The cofffee bar, snacks left out, and really smooth communication with the hosts made everything feel easy. Our group would stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct, 2025
So glad you enjoyed your stay! We will be looking into that refrigerator cleanliness you mentioned. Thank you for letting us know. Hope to see you again in the future.

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