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Outdoor dining
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Smart TV, fireplace, ping pong, books

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 13316 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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Austin, TX
  • Lake Austin
    4 min drive
  • Zilker Park
    10 min drive
  • Austin City Limits
    12 min drive
  • Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    26 min drive

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4.9 out of 5, Exceptional, (25)
The price is €1,726
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan
Contemporary Lake Austin Estate Minutes from Downtown - Privately Gated

About this property

Entire place

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

Westlake Hills Retreat Minutes from Downtown

This comfortable retreat in the hills just west of downtown Austin 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, fine restaurants, as well as special events such as UT Football games, Formula 1, Austin City Limits, SXSW and countless others.

For those looking for a quiet and safe retreat, our home is extremely private on a dead-end street off a dead-end street in the Westlake Highlands area of Central Austin. No through traffic means quiet nights with only the sound of night birds and the rustle of the trees. Even though it feels like you are in the country, you are a short 10 minute drive through beautiful hilly quiet roads to downtown Austin, 15 minutes to UT, 30 minutes to F1, 5 minutes to ACL, 10 minutes to SXSW venues and less than 5 minutes to dining & shopping.

The house is 3400 square feet on a wooded half acre. The base rate is for 6 persons, but can sleep up to 10 people in 4 king beds and 1 queen bed. Children or people who don’t mind a fold out couch can double-up on a queen sofa bed in the master bedroom, increasing the occupancy to 12. We can also make up a couch in the study to increase occupancy to 13 and a queen floor mattress in the upstairs master suite to fit 15 total.

The main floor features the master bedroom with a King bed and an en-suite bathroom with a tub and shower and double vanities. The room also has a couch that folds out into a queen bed. The second bedroom has a queen bed and is next to a half-bath. The main floor also features a great room, a large kitchen with a bar that seats 6 and that opens up to the family room, a dining area that seats 8 and a laundry room with supplies. The outdoor deck wraps around the main floor and features outdoor living and dining areas.

The second floor features a Jack and Jill suite with each bedroom featuring a king bed. The fifth bedroom has a king bed and its own bathroom.

The base rate is for six people, after six, the rate goes up by $75 per person per night.

Need some flexibility on check-in and/or check-out? Check with us for availability and rates.

Outdoor cat on premises has access to the laundry room and garage. If you would like the cat to be removed, we can board him for $50 per night.
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be close to University of Texas at Austin. You'll find features such as 1 hot tub. The holiday home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 3.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Services include babysitting
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Lake Austin and 14 minutes from Sixth Street
Westlake Hills Retreat Minutes from Downtown offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and local meal delivery service. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Anita Benavides

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

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
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office
  • Printer

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
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Table tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

  • Unit size: 3,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Contactless check-out

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)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: $300 per pet fee; pet must have pre-approval.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children 2 and under stay free.

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: Only approved guests are allowed in the home.
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.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

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Westlake Hills Retreat Minutes from Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Trevor M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
It is a beautiful place to stay. Very relaxing and comfortable. Morning coffee on the deck with nature and wildlife. Got to sit with deer while watching the hummingbirds and squirrels in the trees. Also got to meet the friendliest loving cat that would come over and hang out with us on the deck.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jenny Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
Anita’s place was beautiful and perfectly housed our very large group during our stay in Austin. We loved the location and appreciated being able to book last minute as our other rental had fallen through. We appreciated her letting us use the place as a quick touch down for family we were visiting to do pop ins.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Reunion Weekend in West Lake,Austin
We stayed here in May of 2024 for a reunion of long time friends and it was absolutely perfect. Our group was 6 people where we all had separate bedrooms and bathrooms and plenty of common space to enjoy. The house has an amazing wrap around our door deck with scenic views of the hills and area. Great for a glass of wine and socializing..The home was about a 10-15 minute drive from the downtown area, was spacious, well kept and had everything we needed to make our weekend what we wanted and more. Our hosts Anita and Kurt were A++ Always responsive, offered us additional ways to enhance our stay, stocked some refreshments and coffee and welcomed us very hospitably! Would highly recommend this home and hosts for your consideration.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful neighborhood
Visited friends in the Westlake area and truly enjoyed our stay. Peaceful, quiet and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

bob p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Westlake Hills
Great location for us. Quiet, clean and workable house. Common areas very nice. Large deck as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay and experience!
Our experience and stay at this property was 5 stars across the board. Communication was quick, property was very clean, and the check-in and check-out process was seamless. Highly recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Austin stay
Beautiful house to stay in.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keri F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun girl’s weekend
The property was beautiful, easy to communicate with owner. Had a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Giselle N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay- Careful at night
I stayed here for my graduation weekend and the house is beautiful. It looks just like the pictures. The host communicated efficiently and it was relatively close to downtown. The weather didn’t lend itself to use the patio as much but it was beautiful. One note I would give to future guests is to be careful driving at night. The neighborhood doesn’t have any streetlights and the roads are winding and hilly.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing experience!!
The entire experience with Anita was amazing from communication before the trip, the check in process and the house was perfect for a group of 8 for my Bachelorette party! Could not recommend any more!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in Austin
My three sons and I rented this house for 5 days for the F1 race. It’s a in a great wooded location with a lovely private outdoor seating area. The house was immaculately clean though there were clothing and some other personal items in some of the closets. We assume the renting family usually lives in the house. The host was accommodating and clear about extras and expectations. The family left a cat locked up in the laundry room, with a cat door so it could get outside and a food and water feeder. This was not mentioned in the write-up and we did not have a choice about keeping it. It was no trouble but this may be an issue for others.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ken A., Austin, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and Quite
Clean, beautiful, and quite stay. A retreat from the day
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Oliver M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place!
Overall location and property is great
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Home
Home was amazing and perfect for our group. Anita was great and had excellent communication throughout our entire stay. Would highly recommend the home when visiting the Austin area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

Liked: Cleanliness
GRADUATION WEEKEND CELEBRATION
Our daughter's college graduation celebration weekend in your home was amazing. Your home is stunning and very comfortable. Anita made our stay memorable and anything we could have wanted or needed was available. Our host made sure the home was nice and cool upon arrival and all beds were ready for all guests. We could not have asked for more.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Howard P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Good clean nice place in the hills
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mimi P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Old friends get together
Reunion of 8 friends from school (4 couples) Great space to socialize, cook, hang out. Easy drive to all Austin activities, dining
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay and hosts!
Loved the property, beautiful home with plenty of beds and bathrooms. Anita was super responsive and really nice. Had a great stay, and would recommend her properties to anyone. Only negative is cell phone service is limited, but wifi was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

briana h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas in Austin
We enjoyed staying here - felt at home during the visit. The house was clean, well set up, and added touches like a decorated Christmas tree and lighting made us feel at home. There was food in the fridge, coffee and a well stocked mini-bar. The beds were comfortable, and the neighborhood quiet. Hosted family for Christmas lunch, and there was plenty of seating and cooking items. Anita was very responsive when I had questions. Checkout was easy. Great place to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

David O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Suburban Home
This home is spacious with large rooms, comfortable common areas and a great kitchen. It was clean and well appointed and located in a beautiful hilly suburb of Austin, but not too far of a drive from the action. It has large decks outside with nice views and hang out spots. It looked good in the photos and was even better in person. The Honor Bar was a nice touch -- a fridge stocked with drinks for a fair contribution. Host Anita was very responsive and helpful. The only possible negative was her insistence that no guests, even during the daytime, be allowed in the house without letting her know and possibly paying extra. We never had any come over, but I thought this was unnecessarily rigid and not typical for houses we've rented in the past.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Randy M., Houston

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house for couples getaway!
Upscale house in secluded area, close to lake and downtown. Plenty of room and large patio with beautiful views throughout house. We had four couples on our group and we all loved the house and had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Home
Great home, great weekend and great view
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alissa E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bachelorette party
Anita was extremely responsive and very helpful from beginning to end. The town of Westlake is beautiful and serene, but is much hillier and further out than anticipated. Make sure you call for an Uber at least 10-15 minutes before you need to leave. The check in and check out process was seamless. The home is stunning and very well maintained. There was plenty of space for 13 girls and sound didn't carry, so others who went to sleep early were never disturbed. The beds were super comfortable and the atmosphere cozy and homely. The main critique is that we were not informed that the owners have pets. Though the pets were not there, a few of the girls had allergic reactions and had to take medication. Aside from that, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and highly recommend this home for large groups!

10/10 Excellent

Jared H.

Liked: Cleanliness
18 Person Group
Overall good experience, especially for large groups where the owner added blow up mattresses to accommodate. Location is about 30 minutes from downtown, so not an easy Uber but not difficult to get picked up.

10/10 Excellent

Brian M., Austin

Great Westlake Retreat
We thoroughly enjoyed the house. Three families stayed for a long weekend, and the house was perfect for all ages. We loved the treehouse feeling and all the living spaces inside and out. Felt right at home.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019