Austin Lakeway Estate Villa / Mountain-Style Guest Cottage
Lakeway, Travis County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Austin Lakeway Estate Villa / Mountain-Style Guest Cottage A perfect weekend getaway!Large Property. Immaculate and picturesque quarters.Relaxing. Safe. Private.See below, and guest reviews!IMPORTANT:BEFORE MAKING A RESERVATION REQUEST, PLEASE FIRST CONNECT WITH HOSTS.We accept bookings from multiple sites and sources that are not calendar-displayed publicly here. Host confirmation of availability...
Austin Lakeway Estate Villa / Mountain-Style Guest Cottage A perfect weekend getaway!Large Property. Immaculate and picturesque quarters.Relaxing. Safe. Private.See below, and guest reviews!IMPORTANT:BEFORE MAKING A RESERVATION REQUEST, PLEASE FIRST CONNECT WITH HOSTS.We accept bookings from multiple sites and sources that are not calendar-displayed publicly here. Host confirmation of availability and an exchange of information is pre-requisite to a reservation request.Thank you!____SUMMARYPositioned atop a large suburban Austin-area private wildlife management estate, this picturesque guest cottage is a safe and remote-feeling oasis that boasts size, comfort and luxury - with a natural setting, song birds, wildlife and wonderful views. Guests enjoy exclusive cottage use, with central access to Austin, Lakeway, Bee Cave and the hill country.Tour the area, visit family and friends, and experience Austin and central Texas culture, history, dining, and entertainment from a scenic location on a large private estate.Great dining options begin at The Grove, just 1 mi away. The HC Galleria is 3 mi. The Lakeway Marina and Lake Travis are 4.9 miles. Downtown Austin, the State Capitol, Congress Ave, and 6th street are 18 miles. Beautiful lakes, rivers, parks and springs surround!Custom-built, fully furnished, and tech-equipped, this lodge-style guest house is equipped with central HVAC, a full kitchen, filtered water system, full-size refrigerator-freezer, washer-dryer, high-speed WIFI, 2 HDTV's with ROKU, Spectrum, and more. All amenities provided: towels, bedding, kitchen utensils, dish-ware, small appliances, etc.Polished flooring, a large living area, kitchen, dining, bedroom, Cal-king size bed, a large dual sink bathroom, and a spacious Roman decorative tile shower comprise the main level. A grand loft with 6 person dining/work table and reading area comprise the 2nd level. Fur, gun and mount displays, a sofa loveseat, a gas iron fireplace, and leather seating add a unique Texas feel. Well-arranged tables, desks, and chairs make for excellent workstations during longer term and business stays. The setting is vintage Texas: 19 acres, gated entry, private drive, scenic views, hand-crafted stone landscaping, and native wildlife...all without having to go off-the-grid at a remote location.____CONDITIONS The cottage is immaculately kept and cleaned between each stay.Stays limited to 2 adults over 28 yrs old. No pets.Owners reside elsewhere on the property, and check-in all guests.NEED A BREAK FROM COOKING? Excellent dining options surround! Upon booking, a recommended Dining, Entertainment and Area Activity Guide (with links) is emailed to you.NOTE: To limit impact and maintain atmosphere, the cottage is primarily "dine out". Please limit dine-in consumption to beverages, sandwiches, fruits and vegetables, salads, cereals, snacks, pre-prepared meals, pick-up/take-out, and leftovers. Grocery and garbage accumulations should be minimized. and only "light" oven, cook-top, and microwave usage please.THIS IS NOT A LOCATION FOR THOSE INTENDING: (1) "BAKE-CATIONS", (2) FULL-TIME COOKING, OR (3) COMPLETE CONFINEMENT AND DINE-IN. HEAVY COOK-TOP, OVEN, AND/OR GARBAGE DISPOSAL USE IS PROHIBITED. NO FRYING. NO BOILS. NO INDOOR GRILL OR FLAME COOKING. NO COOLERS PERMITTED INSIDE.CDC, PPE, SD protocols are not supported.____FOR COUPLES, TRAVELERS and EXPLORERSBalanced perfectly for couples, this luxury accommodation is an excellent base to explore Lakeway, Austin, Bee Cave and the surrounding Texas Hill, Lake & Wine country. It is ideal for short term stays, for anniversary trips, weekend escapes, local exploration and tours, or to visit area family and friends.Comfort, space and privacy, bird and wildlife observation (from the interior and exterior), high-country sunsets, starry nights, patio rockers, breezes, strolls, and panoramic views (with morning coffee or an evening bottle of wine) are among guest favorites.Area exploration and sight-seeing abound. Opportunities include hiking, lakes and parks recreation, dining out, shopping, wineries, craft beer, BarBQ excursions, golf, music and concerts, downtown Austin (to observe the history, museums, Texas State Capital, UT, Congress, 6th St, etc) and adventures into the Hill Country (for spring wildflowers, fall color, quaint towns and villages). Lake Travis boating, jet-skiing, water-skiing, fishing, paddle boarding and sailing are all easily accessible via rental from the Lakeway Marina.____LOCATION, ACCESS AND MANAGEMENTPerhaps the best thing about this accommodation is that it's location on a large estate makes it feel "off-the-grid". In this way, the finest in remote hill country beauty and privacy is combined with the conveniences, fine dining and amenities of Lakeway, Bee Cave and Austin.Upon entering the private main gate, the cottage is accessed via winding drive, over seasonal wet/dry pond and creek, through fields and trees, then up a hillside with scenic views, guest parking, and outdoor hand-crafted stone walls, trees, landscaping and flowers.The property is managed and overseen by an owner and resident team that care about the outdoors and all those that visit. Guest comfort is made a priority by all.____ENVIRONMENTThe guest cottage offers visitors a storybook Texas hill country feel (peaceful, independent and cozy), accented by wonderful lodge-style mountain decor. Upon entering, guests are greeted by a large main living area with high-gloss floors, stonework and area rugs, an antique-style gas iron fireplace (with instant "on-off" and operational 11/30 to 3/1), comfortable leather seating, separate sofa love seat, beautiful high pine wood ceilings, and various decorative guns, furs and mounts. Views through the panoramic windows are inspiring and peaceful. Close-by feeders offer observation of birds, hummingbirds and wildlife from the interior.A granite kitchen, large custom 2 sink bathroom with king-sized walk-in tile shower, 2 separate shower heads and seating, and cozy private bedroom add to a charming and spacious feel. A decorated stairway, artwork and 2nd floor grand loft above overlooks the main living area below. The loft boasts a large 6-person table for dining, work or small gatherings. The cottage is outfitted with a Main Room 55" wall-mounted LED Cable HDTV, bathroom Cable TV, free high-speed WIFI throughout (allowing use of a tablet or laptop for bedroom reading or personal TV), and convenient work-spaces on 2 levels - all of which allow guests to connect with the outside world, home, and office without missing a beat. A perfect place for TV sport watchers also.____OTHER LOGISTICAL INFOFlintrock Falls and The Hills of Lakeway communities are across the street. Downtown Austin, Zilker Gardens, The University of Texas, Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, and the Texas State Capitol complex are all within 15-20 mi. Austin Bergstrom International Airport is 25 mi. The Lakeway Marina on Lake Travis is 4.9 mi. Lake activities are enjoyed year-round. Golf courses (including Falcon Head, Flintrock Falls, Yaupon and The Hills), as well as the World of Tennis facility, are all within 5 mi (check with each to determine price and eligibility). The Lakeway Regional Medical center is 5 min away (out of sight, but there if you need it). Groceries, dining and shopping are within 2 mi, and the HC Galleria and Whole Foods are within 4 mi. Day trips to Fredericksburg (1½ hrs), Marble Falls, Johnson City and the LBJ Ranch, Wimberley, and New Braunfels afford great opportunities to explore the wider Texas Hill Country. Longer term guests often venture out on the hill country trail, visiting historic towns, quaint shops and wineries - returning each evening with new discoveries and great Texas folklore.____AREA WATER (LAKE, SPRINGS AND POOL) RECREATIONFor water-minded guests, Lake Travis, the Lakeway Marina and the Lakeway resort pools are close (4.9 mi). Lake access is usually free (or the charge is nominal). Lake activity options (boating, paddle-boarding, jet-skiing, sailing, fishing, etc) are endless. Watercraft rentals are available by the hour with easy reservation procedures. Access to the Lakeway resort pools (with food, bar, hot-tub, etc) is usually secured with the purchase of a short massage or spa treatment there. Last, but not least, beautiful area springs (Krause Springs, Hamilton Pool, and Barton Springs) are literal oasis's, presenting yet another incredible water recreation opportunity. Considering these (via web search), then connecting with them will deliver the best water recreation. No home pool could ever compare, and the cottage accommodation does not maintain a pool or hot tub.____IMPORTANT FINAL NOTESA RENTAL AGREEMENT APPLIES. RELEASE AND INDEMNITY IS REQUIRED. ALL INQUIRIES WILL RECEIVE A REQUEST FOR APPLICANT INFO (GUEST NAMES, ADDRESS(ES), PURPOSE OF STAY, ACTIVITIES INTENDED, ETC). RESERVATION REQUESTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED UNTIL THIS INFO IS RECEIVED. Upon arrival all entrants must (1) check-in with owners and (2) sign a claim release and indemnity form. Guests who are unwilling to identify themselves (name, address, cell, email) upon booking, or who dislike fur, gun and mount displays, wildlife and/or the outdoors, should stay elsewhere. No check-ins after 9 PM.No visitors beyond the 2 booked occupants. No parties. Conservation, recycle and wise resource use required.Stays beyond 7 nights require: (1) an additional deposit (TBD by stay); (2) additional cleaning service and fees.For those interested in beautiful, well-kept accommodations, preserving them, and performing simple pre-departure tidy-up, this is your place. >
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Basic soaps
- Fireplace
- Desk
- Desk chair
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Kitchen island
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Kettle
- Blender
- Ice maker
- Toaster
Entertainment
- Books
- Television
- Smart TV
- Satellite / cable
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- 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)
- Deadbolt lock
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Exterior lighting
- Emergency exit route
- Fire station contact
- Hospital contact
- Police contact
Nearby activities
- Theme parks
- Water parks
- Swimming
- Water sports
- Sailing
- Water skiing
- Water tubing
- Snorkelling
- Scuba diving
- Jet skiing
- Boating
- Kayaking
- Windsurfing
- Parasailing
- Skiing
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Mountain biking
- Rock climbing
- Health/beauty spa
- Winery tours
- Shopping
- Antiquing
- Golf
- Wildlife viewing
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
- Marina
- Hunting
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
- Microwave
- Tennis court
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Barbecue grill
- Fireplace
- Outdoor space
- Mountain view
- Washer
- Air conditioning
- Dryer
- Free WiFi
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 4:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 28
- Check-out: Before 11:00 AM
- Adults only : Adults only
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: No
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
- PLEASE DO NOT MAKE RESERVATION REQUESTS UNTIL YOU HAVE 1ST INQUIRED AND COMMUNICATED WITH HOSTS. Consider all dates blocked prior thereto.: PLEASE DO NOT MAKE RESERVATION REQUESTS UNTIL YOU HAVE 1ST INQUIRED AND COMMUNICATED WITH HOSTS. Consider all dates blocked prior thereto.
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
- 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
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Lakeway
Located in Flintrock Falls, a neighbourhood in Lakeway, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Travis and Lake Austin. Jump Wild and Volente Beach Water Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Nearby locations
- Flintrock Falls at The Hills Country Club 16 min walk
- Hills Country Club 5 min drive
- Lake Travis 6 min drive
- Falconhead Golf Club 6 min drive
- Lake Austin 24 min drive
Getting around
- Austin Station 24 min drive
- Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) 38 min drive
Restaurants
- Whataburger 3 min drive
- P. Terry's Burger Stand #5 2 min drive
- Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers 3 min drive
- Torchys Tacos 3 min drive
- Taco Bell 3 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin Lakeway Estate Villa / Mountain-Style Guest Cottage pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Austin Lakeway Estate Villa / Mountain-Style Guest Cottage?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Austin Lakeway Estate Villa / Mountain-Style Guest Cottage?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Austin Lakeway Estate Villa / Mountain-Style Guest Cottage located?
Located in Flintrock Falls, this golf cottage is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Flintrock Falls at The Hills Country Club and within 3 miles (5 km) of Brain and Heart Health and Falconhead Golf Club. Lake Travis and The Backyard are also within 6 miles (10 km).