A water park, a firepit and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at PRIVATE RETREAT | Pool | Hot Tub | Fire Pit | 18 Beds |7 Bedrooms |6.5 Bath| Close to Downtn. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a hot tub.
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9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
7 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 24418 sq m
Popular amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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About this property
PRIVATE RETREAT | Pool | Hot Tub | Fire Pit | 18 Beds |7 Bedrooms |6.5 Bath| Close to Downtn
***WELCOME TO STEPPING ROCK***
Each and every NEST Vacation Rentals Home includes a team of experienced locals who are available to you 24/7. Your personal Guest Experience Manager is highly trained on the home you are staying in. They will not only be your contact for the house, but are also able to guide you to enjoy the best Austin has to offer! NEST Vacation Rentals considers it our primary job to ensure you have the best possible experience during your time in Austin!
FEATURED IN COUNTRY LIVING MAGAZINE Roam free without city limits on this 11 acre Texas Hill Country retreat located just 11 miles from downtown Austin & 9 miles to Dripping Springs. This excellent location makes this resort home perfect for relaxing after exploring everything Austin offers or attending wedding events in Dripping Springs or the Texas Hill Country. This home is situated next to an abundance of memorable group activities including vineyards, famous vodka distilleries, craft beer breweries, the famous Stunt Ranch, paintball, shooting ranges, restaurants, shopping and more! STEPPING ROCK can serve as your destination or just a place to rest your heads at night. This home provides a wonderful retreat allowing your group to enjoy time together.
THE SPACE STEPPING ROCK was custom designed to comfortably accommodate large groups, sleeping up to 24 guests in 18 beds. This 7 bedroom, 6.5 bath, 4,500 square foot home features a heated swimming pool, hot tub, outdoor fireplace, outdoor big screen TV, cook station with BBQ grill, fire pit, corn hole game alley, spike ball, ladder ball, covered outdoor patio, a pool shower, outdoor restroom, and so much more! Featuring Modern Farm House architecture and design, the house features a luxurious open floor plan, making the home perfect for entertaining and relaxing with a large group of friends, family or business retreat. The comfortable living room with the fireplace invites everyone to the center of the house, while the wall of glass French doors opens the space up to great views of the pool and hill country. Guests will enjoy the indoor restaurant style bar with 4 bar stools where all can practice the latest in mixology! The well-equipped gourmet kitchen is made for entertaining and offers commercial-grade Thermador stainless appliances, a long serving island with 10 additional bar stools, a dining table with seating for 16, in addition to an outdoor dining table with seating for 16 people.
The home features high-end furnishings and luxury linens selected by an award-winning interior designer, with only comfort and luxury in mind. This is a full-time, purpose-build vacation rental; you will not find locked closets, personal items or homeowner's pictures on the walls—this home is built with only the most discerning short-term guests in mind.
CONCIERGE SERVICES Arrive and Relax, after all, you are on vacation! To enhance your stay, our CONCIERGE partner can handle the essentials like pre-arrival groceries and stocking the bar, transportation, private chefs, etc... They will also create specially curated five-star experiences for your group. To make your trip seamless and experience the best of Austin, allow our concierge partner to handle the details.
CHEF'S KITCHEN: Every culinary desire can be met in this spacious catering kitchen. The over-sized serving island is perfect for dining and entertaining. This well-appointed kitchen includes microwave, 3 coffee makers, toaster, blender and of course a disposal! Full Size sit down bar to practice your mixology (you provide the bartender!) If you prefer to grill, you will enjoy a stainless gas grill just steps from the kitchen.
SPECIAL FEATURES: • Wi-Fi throughout the home (High-Speed!) • Large covered outdoor living area provides a shaded retreat from sunny days • Heated Pool Option (for fee) • Hot Tub (heating complimentary) • Outdoor Fire Pit (in addition to outdoor fireplace) • Outdoor Full Pool Bathroom • Laundry Room with high capacity washer & dryer • 2 Master suites downstairs with on-suite bathrooms • Private entrance bedroom with queen bed and private space for anyone that needs to work during their stay • Cable TV w/ Full Sports Package (DirectTV) • Generous parking • 11-acre property with stunning views • Huge back yard for entertaining with BBQ grill & outdoor table/chairs • Authentic working barn on property makes the perfect back drop for your authentic Texas memories
ALSO PROVIDED DURING YOUR STAY: • Luxurious high thread-count linens & plush bath towels • 24 Pool Towels • Laundry room with high capacity HE washer & dryer with laundry pods • Fully stocked kitchen with everything you need to entertain • 2 Drip Coffee makers & Starbucks coffee, creamer and sugars • Keurig & K-Cups • Complimentary toiletries including bath soap, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner. • Starter supply of all soaps and paper products (paper towels, toilet paper, dish soap, laundry pods) • Luxury pillow top mattresses • Hair Dryers in every bathroom • Full length mirrors in every bedroom • Board Games: Uno, Jenga, Scrabble, Connect 4, Poker Sets, Playing Cards • 24 Hour Self-Check-In
THE NEIGHBORHOOD: • The gorgeous home is in a secluded neighborhood just south of downtown Austin. • DOWNTOWN Austin is only 11 miles. The airport is a <20 minute drive. • 15-20 minutes from Downtown Austin • 25 minutes from Wimberly • 20 minutes to Salt Lick BBQ/Driftwood • 40 minutes to surrounding Fredericksburg wineries
NOTE: • 6% State Hotel Tax • 5% NEST Booking Fee • $650 Cleaning Fee • $500 Pool Heating Fee (Per 3 night stay) • $150 Pet Fee /per pet/ per 3 night rental. (sorry, no pets over 25lbs) • $100 Extra Person Fee ($100 p/person/p/night stay over 16 person standard occupancy) • $150 fee per Air Mattress (must request prior to arrival day) • 50% Payment at time of Booking • 50% Payment 30 Days Prior to Check-In • Rental Agreement must be signed within 48 hours after booking. **********************************************************************************************************
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Pool/Spa
Heated pool
Hot tub
Massage
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Limo/town car service
Car available
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Chef service
Dining table
Bedrooms
7 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
6.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Music library
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Firepit
Garden
Gas grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
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
Concierge services
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
In the city centre
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
Near the marina
On a lake
On a river
Things to do
Heated pool
Optional golf privileges
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Casino 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
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Sledding nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing 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
Garden
Property located in a resort
Unit size: 4,500 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Located in Austin, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Shoppers can check out South Congress Avenue, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Austin and Zilker Park. Consider Beerburg Brewing for a night out or Jump Wild if you're travelling with kids. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging. Visit our Austin travel guide
Is PRIVATE RETREAT | Pool | Hot Tub | Fire Pit | 18 Beds |7 Bedrooms |6.5 Bath| Close to Downtn pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at PRIVATE RETREAT | Pool | Hot Tub | Fire Pit | 18 Beds |7 Bedrooms |6.5 Bath| Close to Downtn?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at PRIVATE RETREAT | Pool | Hot Tub | Fire Pit | 18 Beds |7 Bedrooms |6.5 Bath| Close to Downtn?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at PRIVATE RETREAT | Pool | Hot Tub | Fire Pit | 18 Beds |7 Bedrooms |6.5 Bath| Close to Downtn?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is PRIVATE RETREAT | Pool | Hot Tub | Fire Pit | 18 Beds |7 Bedrooms |6.5 Bath| Close to Downtn located?
Located on a river, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Beerburg Brewing, Jump Wild and Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. The Backyard and Bannockburn Baptist Church are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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