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High-end Home on 33 Acres to Roam, Short Drive to Downtown.

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Outdoor dining
Exterior detail
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 16530 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Washer

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Austin, TX
  • Solaro Estate
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Deep Eddy Vodka Distillery
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Hamilton Pool Preserve
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

High-end Home on 33 Acres to Roam, Short Drive to Downtown.

Very private luxury home located on 33 acres in the heart of the "Wedding Capital of Texas", at the entrance of the "Texas Wine Trail” and directly on Barton Creek. Eighteen short miles from downtown Austin and nine miles from historic downtown Dripping Springs. This secluded retreat is nestled in the Barton Creek Valley just west of downtown Austin. It is the ideal location for a family or a group of friends to explore all that Central Texas has to offer. Downtown Austin, the hill country, shopping, outdoor recreation, breweries, wineries, distilleries, olive farms, family activities and iconic local restaurants are all near by. Great home base to enjoy special events such as UT Football, Formula 1, Austin City Limits, SXSW and countless others. Filming Site of "Stan's Place" in the CW's series "Walker", staring Jared Padalecki - Season 1 Episode 18 and Season 3 of Overtime.tv "Ram Drafthouse", featuring CJ Stroud, Bijan Robinson & Will Anderson Jr.

Our home is extremely private at the end of a dead-end street with the nearest neighbor being over 100 yards away. This secluded gem offers star filled night skies with only the sound of night birds, the rustle of the trees and the howl of a distant coyote. Even though you are in the country, downtown Austin is a short 18 mile drive and 9 miles from Dripping Springs' famous dance halls, bars and restaurants. Even better, you can walk to award winning Jester King Brewery, Revolution Distillery, C.L. Butaud Wines wine tasting room, and Stanley's Farmhouse Pizza. The house is 6000 square feet overlooking the Barton Creek Valley surrounded by 33 acres of wooded areas and pasture. It can sleep up to 16 people. It has 5 bedrooms plus a theater that can be converted into sleeping area. Prior to entering the home you may see our chicken coop, feel free to gather some fresh eggs! Once you enter into a high walled courtyard filled with plants that attract hummingbirds and butterflies. There are several sitting areas in the courtyard, perfect for star gazing at night.

As you enter the house, on the main floor, you will enter the great room that opens up to an outside upper patio overlooking the pool and the Barton Creek Valley. Along with the views, the upper patio greets you with a fire place, seating and dining areas, an outdoor grill and, between March and September, hummingbirds zipping by all day fighting over the feeders! Our very large chef's kitchen, perfect for community cooking, along with a large dinning table make meal time a joy and two dishwashers make cleanup a snap! Or really spoil yourself and ask about our private chef that can come cook you a multi course meal with wine pairings. The breakfast bar sits 4, the dining room table sits 10 very comfortably. You will find a powder room on the main floor along with laundry facilities if needed.

The master bedroom, with its king sized bed is also on the main floor, as is a room with a queen sized bed and a room with two queen sized beds. The master bedroom and the room with one queen sized bed have private baths and balconies overlooking the pool and the Barton Creek Valley. The third room, with two queen sized beds has a fireplace and access to the courtyard. The main floor guest room is handicapped friendly with a roll-in shower and wall support for toilet transfers.

The top floor features the "Rapunzel Suite". This room stands alone at the top of a winding staircase for complete privacy. We can add an additional actual queen sized bed into this room in order to sleep 4. The views from the private balcony are breathtaking. The luxurious bathroom will spoil you in comfort.

The pool level floor, accessible by stairs and an elevator (available for mobility challenged) from the main floor, includes a guest room with a private bath and queen sized bed. No balcony but direct pool access for that midnight swim! On this level there is a pool table, mini-kitchen with sink, mini frig and microwave. Additionally, a large format screen in a theater that can also accommodate up to six people with three actual queen size beds, not air mattresses. There is also a full bath in the common area for pool use and those staying in the theater.

Pool level outside has very large poolside patio and lounge area, infinity edge pool and jacuzzi. Heating of the jacuzzi is included in your rental, the pool can be heated for an additional charge.

Other features include NetFlix, HBO, Amazon Prime, wireless internet, and board games.

Required Disclosure: Surveillance devices are on the property and are used for security purposes to include verification of number of authorized guests. Surveillance devices are only outside and include a Ring Doorbell at the courtyard entrance. Cameras monitor the driveway entrance, garage entrance, front courtyard and pool area, this video is only reviewed if an incident requires such review.
Reasonable measures are taken to limit access to surveillance data, only the host has access to such data.
All surveillance data is deleted when no longer needed.


During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be close to Solaro Estate. Features include an outdoor pool, 1 hot tub and an arcade/games room. The holiday home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a private pool.
  • Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen and washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Services include limo or town car service and babysitting
  • 11 minutes by car from Solaro Estate and 15 minutes from Fox Hill Dog Park
High-end Home on 33 Acres to Roam, Short Drive to Downtown. offers its guests an outdoor pool and Access to hot tub. Barbecue grills, an arcade/games room, and a garden are also featured at the family-friendly High-end Home on 33 Acres to Roam, Short Drive to Downtown..

Property manager

Kurt Somerholter

Languages

German, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking anywhere on property.

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Heated pool
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 5,700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

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
Note from host: Celebrations for registered guests permitted.
Long-term renters welcome
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Tuscan Estate Barton Creek House Austin
Tuscan Estate Barton Creek Austin
Tuscan Estate Barton Creek Au
Social Distance on 33 Acres!
Tuscan Estate on Barton Creek
High end Space with 33 Acres to Roam Short Drive to Downtown.

High-end Home on 33 Acres to Roam, Short Drive to Downtown. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 112 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 112 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 112 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 112 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 112 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Savannah C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home and wonderful views
Every room had a great view. The pool and hot tub were great for the kids. Open concept allowed space for big family gatherings and game nights. Kurt was very responsive and helpful. The backyard has great trails for exploring down to the creek in the back of the property. It was very peaceful and the butterflies and birds were awesome to watch.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay!
First class!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cesar T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kurt was a great host!
Fantastic property, close to AustinHad a great time with our familyKurt was a great host! Gave us a tour of the property and was very helpful. Would definitely book again
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

anthony M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome host
Had family in for a wedding nearby. Communication and support of our host Kurt was too good to be true. He set a high bar for other hosts. Every need met instantly. Big help regarding local help we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful time!
We enjoyed our stay here in Dripping Springs! The house was large enough to accommodate our party. Kurt and Anita were very quick and efficient with our questions and needs from the time of booking until the day we left. We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

nancy m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Texas Hill Country Retreat
Our family of 8 adults and 7 children (ages 4-14) spent the 4th of July making new family memories. The location was perfect and the house easily accommodated all of us - having an elevator was a bonus for two challenged with stairs. The pool was beautiful and was enjoyed by all. A 7 year old granddaughter said she “loved she could do a cannonball!” Everything one needed was provided. In fact, my son-in-law made the point to tell me that the kitchen was “the best equipped he had ever encountered in a rental”. A high-end kitchen made meal prep easy for the crowd. The chickens and gathering eggs made the visit extra special for the kids. Kurt was easy to work with and always available, if needed. Since this is Texas a visit in the fall or winter might have given us more of an outdoor experience but for our visit the pool and a chance to spend quality time together sharing, eating, and playing games was perfect. Even fireworks could be seen across the horizon. Thanks Kurt for providing the perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Troy V., Baton Rouge, LA

Liked: Cleanliness
Texas Hill country Family Wedding long weekend
Simply great! Superb accommodations for a large group.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Texas Hill Country Get-Away
The property was beautiful and the host very welcoming. The home was in excellent condition and we look forward to visiting again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical!
What a treat it was to stay here! We had a group of nine adults and this house had plenty of space for us to spread out as well as several communal areas for gathering together. The house was clean, the kitchen had plenty of supplies, the views were breathtaking, and the hot tub was the cherry on top. Kurt took it to the next level by walking us through the house, showing us how to use the technology, giving us activity recommendations, and responding quickly over the phone to any questions that came up. He also connected us with a wonderful local driver, which was really helpful because the house is pretty remote. 10/10, would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan B., SPRING

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous in every way!
The week we spent at this amazing house was fabulous in every way. You will not find a more beautiful home than this one! It had every amenity we could possibly need. The pool and hottub are fabulous and look out over a spectacular hill country view. We had 4 couples comfortably staying in their own bedrooms all with ensuite bathrooms. Kurt (the owner) was so accommodating and stayed in touch with us all week to answer questions and ensure we had everything we needed. He also made great recommendations for restaurants and activities in the local area (easy drives to Dripping Springs and Austin). I highly recommend the easy hike to Hamilton Pool Preserve (make reservations in advance). The added bonus is that Kurt has a few beautiful chickens on his 30 acre estate, who laid fresh eggs for us everyday. This was the highlight of the trip for my 18 yr old daughter who insisted on visiting the chickens regularly! We will be back to this home for future vacations!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the chicken coop
Great family reunion getaway. Host went to extra lengths to secure a ping-pong table for us so our tournaments could go on and on. There were 9 of us and our dog. Great gathering spaces.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

K'Rina G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Hill Country Mansion with Views!
We stayed here with our kids while getting the family together for Christmas in Dripping Springs and the house was amazing! You walk in through a beautiful courtyard area and the main floor has the kitchen/living/dining open area, outdoor patio, and 3 bedrooms total (1 being the master suite). The lower floor has a bedroom, theatre room, hang out area, and you walk out into the pool and yard area. There is one additional master suite type room up on the third floor. There is certainly no lack of space for a family and everything was immaculate! The Hot Tub worked perfectly as a “Winter Pool” and the house as a whole was everything we could have asked for as a place to land over the holidays! Our kids are still talking about the hidden pantry as well as the chickens on the property that they could collect eggs from! Kurt, the owner, is so welcoming and friendly, and truly wants guests to enjoy the home as if it were theirs. We give this place 5 stars and will be back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome house!
Great house and property!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hill Country Gem
Wonderful family retreat. Start the day with coffee on the porch overlooking a beautiful sunrise vista. Daytime filled with family activities and relaxation. Evenings draw you in with beautiful sunsets. Each day is your own to enjoy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
This is a beautiful place! I will definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kellie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
The house was absolutely beautiful. The owners were soooo helpful with setting up different in-house experiences. It was truly the best vacation we have ever had.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Channing W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best experience yet !!
Our family loved this home! There was so much space. The house was immaculate :-) there were so many cool custom features and lots of areas for entertaining and visiting with friends and family :-) the pool was a blast in the hot tub was so nice for relaxing :-) Kurt came over and showed us the land and also helped us get eggs from his chickens. My four year old enjoyed this so much and talked about it all week :-) everyone in our group from the elderly all the way down to the young I asked if we could stay again and I am positive that we will :-) thank you so much for a beautiful vacation with beautiful views and a relaxing time that we will all always remember
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Home for Wedding Weekend
We were in Dripping Springs for our daughter's wedding and stayed at Kurt's beautiful home. He greeted us, gave us a tour... even helped bring in our groceries! The home was perfect for hosting a few friends & family for dinner the night before the wedding. The well-stocked kitchen, patio, grill, and beautiful view created a perfect evening. We had a mishap with the wooden floors and Kurt was so kind and understanding. He got started with the insurance right away. Kurt even texted us on our daughter's wedding day, "hope all is well and the wedding is a blast!" He is the perfect host with a lovely home! If you're considering this home, you won't be disappointed!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Damian B., Ramsey, NJ, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly What We Wanted
My group of friends attends ACL every year and we wanted to do something a little different this year. Rather than renting a property as close as possible to Zilker Park, we wanted something with more space, more privacy and access to different types of authentic Texas Hill Country activities. Kurt's property delivered on every level. The house is huge with each of our six guests getting their own bedroom (5 of 6 had their own bathrooms as well). The outdoor spaces are fantastic. The patio off the main living room offers an amazing view and the front courtyard proved to be an awesome place to hang out as well. We didn't use the pool much (October), but it offered a great backdrop and was perfectly clean. In fact, the whole place was perfectly clean. We brought in a private chef the first night and commissioned a driver to take us on a brewery tour the following morning. Anita coordinated both the chef and the driver for us and both of those activities get 5 stars as well. Kurt couldn't have been easier to communicate with. He's just the right balance of professional and laid back. He takes his role as host seriously and greeted us upon arrival to show us how to work the house's sound system, pool, jacuzzi, etc. He offered us fresh eggs every morning provided by his chickens (there's a chicken coop at the edge of the property)...which we're delicious. He told us some good stories and was cool about any requests we made during our stay. All in all, great experience and I recommend this property and these hosts without hesitation.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bretton T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Luxurious Texas Retreat
Stop what you’re doing, and book this place now. If this house isn’t available, then find another date that works for you, and book this place now. This hidden gem is the perfect mix between The Bachelor mansion and a semi-rural Texas retreat. Whether it’s a weekend with the boys or a couples get-away, you’re bound to enjoy yourself at the patio overlooking the infinite pool and the sprawling 30+ acres, the pool/hot tub themselves, or one of the several common areas. You’re about a 20 minute drive from a few grocery stores, but there are a few breweries and restaurants around the corner. Transportation has no trouble getting back there, and we easily made it into downtown Austin when we wanted to go. The owner was very communicative prior to our trip and showed us around when we arrived. He made sure we were squared away then let us enjoy our weekend. He even drove in to help us jump-start our car when our battery died! So if you would enjoy taking in a breath of fresh air from a luxurious and spacious Texas retreat, stop what you’re doing, and book this place now. I can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Casey S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Labor Day Weekend Fun
Stayed at this house for a fun weekend with friends. House was amazing and we had the best time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina S., Martinez

Liked: Cleanliness
A fantastic family vacation!
The sunsets were fantastic! The home provided privacy and comfort for all. The owner is responsive to every need. A perfect family getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debby P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding weekend
We were in Dripping Springs for an extended wedding weekend for my eldest son. We had 8 adults staying in the house most of the 4 nights. The house is stunning and in 100+ degree weather, the pool was most inviting. Kurt, the owner, visited with us for awhile and we even got to swim with his dog, Arko. He attended to every need immediately, offered any assistance with the area as places to go, see or do and was such a friendly, likable person. The house itself was perfect and very beautiful. We didn’t take advantage of the fabulous properly only because of time restraints and the heat. I would most definitely recommend this property to anyone visiting the area and would love to stay again. Thank you, Kurt, it was a perfect weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Arthi K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Vacation
The house was perfect for our family group of 10. We enjoyed hanging out in the pool, checking in on the chickens at the chicken coop, and playing pool. The kitchen is fully stocked and made cooking/eating meals easy. We were able to spend quality time together but there was also enough room for everyone to have their own space.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022