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Westlake Hills Retreat Minutes from Downtown

Family-friendly holiday home in Austin with a hot tub

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Outdoor dining
Dining
Smart TV, fireplace, ping pong, books
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Escape to a secluded retreat in the hills just west of downtown Austin. Enjoy ultimate comfort and tranquility at this 3400 sqft home with spacious rooms, including a master bedroom with en-suite bathroom and double vanities. Explore the surrounding area through beautiful hilly quiet roads, or unwind on the outdoor deck featuring living and dining areas.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 13316 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly

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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.

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.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot 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

  • Laundry facilities
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 22

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

If discovered after check-in, that more people are in the home, you will incur a $500 change fee. Changes within 48 hours are a $75 rush fee.
Normal per guest/per day charge will also be charged in addition to change fee for aforementioned discovered guests or you will be evicted immediately
- Remove shoes in the house - Sleeping on beds only - Food only in dining areas - Only toilet paper in toilets and soft items through the disposal

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
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.

Events

No events allowed
Only approved guests are allowed in the home.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

Property is also known as

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About the area

Located in Austin, this holiday home is in the city centre. Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Austin and Lady Bird Lake. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Moody Center or Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Austin, TX

What's nearby

  • Lake Austin - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Zilker Park - 9 min drive - 5.7 km
  • University of Texas at Austin - 12 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Barton Springs Pool - 13 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Sixth Street - 13 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Austin Station - 14 min drive
  • Downtown Station - 15 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mozart's Coffee Roasters - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Quince Lakehouse - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hula Hut - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ski Shores Waterfront Cafe - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Maudie's Milagro - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Westlake Hills Retreat Minutes from Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Westlake Hills Retreat Minutes from Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Westlake Hills Retreat Minutes from Downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Westlake Hills Retreat Minutes from Downtown located?

This family-friendly holiday home is located in the city centre, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Austin and Colorado River. Lady Bird Lake and Zilker Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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