The perfect family lake house made even better by the fact that it is floating!
Leander, Saint Louis County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
The perfect family lake house made even better by the fact that it is floating! 01/04/2024 update: Unfortunately, the long, devastating drought continues. Lake Travis is still over 50 feet low and the FloatHouse is not floating. No one can know the future. We are reluctant, at this time, to take any reservations for the upcoming season.Go here (https://www.golaketravis.com/waterlevel/) for current...
The perfect family lake house made even better by the fact that it is floating! 01/04/2024 update: Unfortunately, the long, devastating drought continues. Lake Travis is still over 50 feet low and the FloatHouse is not floating. No one can know the future. We are reluctant, at this time, to take any reservations for the upcoming season.Go here (https://www.golaketravis.com/waterlevel/) for current lake levels. The house floats at 640".Owners Notes: 1. Don't be misled by the low number of reviews. It's not our style to ask for a review - we’re old school - but our guest book is over-flowing with over-glowing comments. Maybe they want to keep it a secret. We've had many hundreds of rentals with zero complaints. We've been on VRBO since it's infancy - back when it was truly peer-to-peer. 2.. It's a cabin. No granite countertops, no big screen TV with all the channels.3. Not really "toddler friendly", but our toddlers absolutely love it!OF COURSE, everyone's going to say their place is the best. But I'm telling you, this is truly the most unique, the coolest, the best-value rental on Lake Travis. It's so unique the Austin Statesman did a three page story on us. Pics and words just don't do justice.Part House Boat ~ Part Lakefront Cabin, but so much better than both. It’s kinda like a houseboat but a whole lot cheaper (like about 3-4x's cheaper) and a whole lot better. It’s a two-story, three-bedroom, full-size (smallish) house, with all the amenities, that floats on the water.On the front, there's a large deck with an oversized picnic table that's in the shade for most of the hot afternoons. The breeze is almost always blowing. 100° in August? - no sweat. Very few, if any mosquitoes. The land across our cove is natural preserve, so it feels isolated. Lots of boat parking along side the house. (several guests have said that next time they’re not going to bring their boat, because they never wanted to leave.) There's a balcony above with two hammocks.The rope swing is king - undoubtedly the best in Texas - it will take your breath away (it still does mine after thousands of times). We have a canoe and two novice kayaks. There's a water slide, and a float pad. Inside, there's a full size shuffleboard table, a pool table and lots of games. The underwater fish light attracts tons of fish to watch (or catch if you must). It sets off a beautiful green glow. The moon rises can be exquisite.Top to bottom, it's designed for fun. You will absolutely fall in love with this place - everybody does. Awesome is the most commonly used word in our guest book. "The owners have thought of everything" is another.A great location. We are one of the closest-in waterfront locations on the less developed “North Side” of the lake. 13 minutes to Walmart, HEB, et al, et al, et al. 45 to downtown, 60 to the airport, yet so secluded.We are the first place inside a no-wake zone on the “Big Sandy” arm. You have quick access to the main body without all the annoying traffic & commotion.If you know Lake Travis, you know it’s a great lake, but you know it’s a bitch to get to the water. It’s a flood control reservoir, and you have to build above the flood plain. The water is either way down a steep cliff, or way out a shallow slope. Not here. Park your car at the shore's edge, and walk down some steps (15 average - more in a drought - less when full) to the house. Out on the water, and need a beer? It's 10' to the "fridge". Sweet. Tie your boat to the side of the house. When you are ready to get-out-on-the-lake, heck, you’re already there.The FloatHouse is booked solid in the summer, but actually the fringes are the best. Hot enough for swimming by day, and cold enough for a fire at night is as good as it gets. Plus, no one is out - it’s so deserted. Winter is amazing, too. Especially for holidays like Christmas or Thanksgiving.While its the perfect place for families or extended families, it’s also beyond the perfect place for bachelor/ette type groups. We are somewhat unique in the business to allow these types of groups. Most places ban them. We don’t, because the FloatHouse is just so darned perfect for these types. No driving, and lots of fun things to do. We rarely have regrets.If you are the “trip organizer” - "book it dano" - you will be the hero. Trust me.Rick & Ann
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Heating
- Fireplace
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Coffee maker
- Ice maker
- Toaster
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Location type
- Waterfront
- Lake
- Ski in/ski out
- Lake view
Nearby activities
- Swimming
- Sailing
- Water skiing
- Snorkelling
- Jet skiing
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Cycling
- Golf
- Wildlife viewing
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Kitchen
- Game room
- Microwave
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Washer
- Air conditioning
- Dryer
- Lake view
- Pet-friendly
- Outdoor space
- Fireplace
- Barbecue grill
Languages spoken
- English
Ski
- Ski-in/ski-out access
Internet
- Available in the house: Internet access
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Family friendly
- Children's toys
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Dishwasher
- Ice maker
- Oven
- Spices
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Hob
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1.5 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Towels provided
- Bathtub or shower
- Shower
Living spaces
- Fireplace
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- TV
- DVD player
- Stereo
- Video library
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
Laundry
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
Suitability accessibility
- Smoke-free property
- Note from host: Outside is OK.
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- On a lake
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Arcade/game room
- Ski-in/ski-out access
- Cycling nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Billiards/pool table
- Birdwatching nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Parasailing nearby
- Snorkelling nearby
- Water skiing nearby
General
- Unit size: 1,400 square feet
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Families love it for
- Kitchen, games room, washer and dryer
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 3:00 PM
- Check-out: Before 11:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: Events allowed
- Pets allowed: Pets allowed
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
- Basic rate is for 8 adults. If you have more than 8 adults, it is an additional $50 per person per night.: Basic rate is for 8 adults. If you have more than 8 adults, it is an additional $50 per person per night.
Important Information
- 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
- Parties and events are allowed on site
- Note from host: $150 fee for all male groups such as bach parties
- 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
Leander
Located in Leander, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out Arboretum at Great Hills Mall, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Travis and Lake Austin. Travelling with kids? Consider Austin Steam Train Association Museum, or check out an event or a game at H-E-B Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Nearby locations
- H-E-B Center 20 min drive
- Lakeline Mall 22 min drive
- Lake Travis 22 min drive
- Hippie Hollow 29 min drive
- Volente Beach Water Park 30 min drive
Getting around
- Austin Station 40 min drive
- Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) 48 min drive
Restaurants
- Sonic Drive-In 23 min drive
- Quetzal TexMex 16 min drive
- Shack 512 27 min drive
- Lucky Rabbit 17 min drive
- Beachside Billy's Restaurant & Bar 30 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The perfect family lake house made even better by the fact that it is floating! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at The perfect family lake house made even better by the fact that it is floating!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The perfect family lake house made even better by the fact that it is floating!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The perfect family lake house made even better by the fact that it is floating! located?
Located on a lake, this Leander holiday home offers ski-in/ski-out access within 9 mi (15 km) of Veteran's Memorial Park, Austin Steam Train Association Museum and Crystal Falls Golf Course. H-E-B Center and Cedar Park Regional Medical Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).