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Mesquite Retreat: Close to Austin and COTA: Fun, Family, and Friends,

Waterfront holiday home with outdoor pool and Hot tub

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Escape to the serenity of Mesquite Retreat, where you can reconnect with family and friends amidst a beautiful countryside setting. Enjoy endless entertainment with a pool, hot tub, pool table, and outdoor movie nights on our private 10-acre property.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

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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.

Mesquite Retreat: Close to Austin and COTA: Fun, Family, and Friends,

Escape to the serenity of Mesquite Retreat, where family and friends can reconnect in the heart of the countryside. This beautiful, welcoming home offers a wide range of activities, including outdoor movies, wildlife watching, and more. Enjoy the pool, hot tub, and pool table for endless entertainment. Create lasting memories on our private 10-acre property, just a short 30-minute drive from Austin and 15 minutes from the COTA racetrack.
Your stay is exclusive — Mesquite Retreat is all yours to enjoy! Plus, we're just a phone call away if you need anything during your visit.
Looking for more? Explore nearby Bastrop, just 15 minutes away, with its charming shops, restaurants, parks, and more.
Experience privacy, fun, and relaxation at Mesquite Retreat!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Griddle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Heated pool

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

13% Hotel Occupancy Tax is due upon booking to be collected directly if VRBO does not collect. 6% State and 7% Bastrop County
Use of golf cart, pool, hot tub and other amenities are for use at your own risk.
You must sign the golf cart waiver of liability upon arrival.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
3 total pets
Note from host: You are responsible for any pet damage.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

About the area

Map
Cedar Creek, TX

What's nearby

  • Bastrop County Cedar Creek Park - 7 min drive - 7.9 km
  • McKinney Roughs Nature Park - 16 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Dinosaur Park - 16 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Circuit of the Americas - 17 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Lost Pines Golf Club - 21 min drive - 20.9 km

Getting around

  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Leo’s Italian Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taco Maxis - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Puds Cup Of Mud - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Leons Country Store - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Que Rico Tacos - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Mesquite Retreat: Close to Austin and COTA: Fun, Family, and Friends, have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Mesquite Retreat: Close to Austin and COTA: Fun, Family, and Friends, pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Mesquite Retreat: Close to Austin and COTA: Fun, Family, and Friends, ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mesquite Retreat: Close to Austin and COTA: Fun, Family, and Friends, ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mesquite Retreat: Close to Austin and COTA: Fun, Family, and Friends, located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of McKinney Roughs Nature Park, Austin360 Amphitheater and Circuit of the Americas. McKinney Falls State Park and Bastrop State Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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Mesquite Retreat: Close to Austin and COTA: Fun, Family, and Friends, Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 236 out of 239 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 239 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 239 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 239 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 239 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kyle J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway for all ages!

Our family had a great time and would come back in a heartbeat. Kitchen had everything you could need and plenty of towels for everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer Getaway

The stay was absolutely wonderful. The pool was an oasis in the Texas mid-July heat. The rest of the amenities were a plus, and there are many. If it's watching TV at the outside bar or viewing a great move during the night while you cool off floating in the pool, this place has everything. The host is spectacular.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time

Our whole family enjoyed the stay. Great property with lots to do.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Reunion

This property was fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo Dawn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Place

Perfect for a family get together. Enough beds for everyone and the pool and patio area were great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Travis A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Stay

We rent here every year and it does not disappoint. Hidden gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Favorite place

This is our third time at this property! Great family time!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful oasis!!!

What an incredible property with every detail provided!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Misty W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was just as beautiful in person as the online pictures that drew me in to book it originally. The house was FULLY stocked with plenty of everything—towels, beach towels, pool floats, games, technology, entertainment, kitchen, etc. I think there was truly one of every single kitchen appliance you could think of. It's evident that the owners have put a lot of thought and care into providing the best experience possible for all potential renters. We will recommend this property to all of our friends and are talking about when we will be able to return! We floated the San Marcos River one day using Don's Fish Camp for float rentals and transportation, which was about a 25-minute drive from the property. It was a great much needed relaxing vacation for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

morgan m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great New Year’s!

My family and I stayed here and it was wonderful. The pictures are accurate and I encourage anyone who is looking for a restful place to stay away from the city, to consider this place. Fishing was fun in the tank (perch and catfish) watching movies on the big screen by the pool was fantastic, and the use of the golf cart was a bonus. The hosts are nice and easy to deal with. Beds were super comfortable too. Plenty of space to relax and hang out.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property

The house and property don’t disappoint. This was our second visit, and the house and property were perfect. Thanks Hershel and Becky!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Amazing

Wonderful property with plenty of things to do to keep everyone entertained. This was our second year booking and we will continue to book every year!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne W., Dodge,Texas77334

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer Vacation 2023

Beautiful home! Has something for everyone! Pool and hot tub are great! Boys enjoyed fishing and paddle boat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Austin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Plenty of room, quiet, fun

Amazing spot! 15 minutes from the track. Close to the airport. Having a pool to cool off in between races was Amazing. Nice to have clean towels and shampoo provided. Definitely coming back next year
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful retreat!

We can’t say enough good about our stay at Mesquite Retreat…the house is very clean…they have it stocked with everything you might need. The pool was awesome…we probably chose the home for this feature, but the entire property exceeded our expectations! We also enjoyed the pond and the serenity of the property. Even though we have rented many homes, this is only the 2nd time we would say, “we want to go back!”
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Slaytanic40oz C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Texan Oasis

The property description is just as it appears in real life. The house is definitely well cared for and has high tech functionality mixed in with its wonderful decor. Everything you need is within a 20min drive and there is plenty of kitchen to load up for your stay. The heated pool was awesome at night and the bedroom/bathroom situation was perfect for 4 families.. Definitely worth it.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Espi

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First off, amazing property! We stay at multiple Vrbo houses each year and I can definitely say this was on the top of everyone’s list to return back. The house and all is very well equipped and CLEAN! Cleanliness is top of our priority list if that helps anyone. The pool was 100% crystal clear, I was shocked to be honest how clear it was. Everything was well stocked and planned out. It looks like someone took their time in making sure every angle was covered for guest enjoyment. All the speaker systems were very convenient. The huge stack of pool towels and toy bin at the back door made it so much easier with the kids! Projector is a bit old but got the job done. There was a big wasp nest under the pavilion but that can be expected in Texas. Herschel gave us a run through of all the technology in the house/patio/pool when we arrived. Very hospitable and thorough. Appreciate the attention to detail! Thanks again and see you next time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It is a retreat

We were staying with our kids and grandkids for a long weekend. (This is our third or forty time!). The pool is so inviting and we love watching a movie (Sandlot of course) together at night. Then there’s fishing in the pond, playing games, and riding in the golf cart. There was a glitch in the fridge but we texted and had a workaround in 30 minutes!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Modern beauty in a rustic setting

Recently came to Texas to visit a few of the bigger cities. Against the majority say of my group, I booked this home in the country instead of being in a big city. Needless to say, they all absolulety loved it! While the location is a little rustic, the home is very beautiful and modern. We had a group of 9 with 2 small dogs and we had plenty of room! We were able to relax and enjoy our vacation without being told to quiet down, even on our pool nights that went past midnight! We had a few rainy days but there was lots of things to do at the house to occupy us ;) Loved this home and the owners are amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stephen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was super easy. Property was as advertised. Amenities were beyond great. Hershel & Becky were terrific hosts. The kitchen was equipped with any and everything you would ever need. The house & property were very clean. The pool was a definite highlight of this property. The outdoor kitchen with the sink, ice maker & refrigerator was a great added touch. We highly recommend Mesquite Retreat for any family looking for an awesome property. We especially liked the secluded location away from town or neighbors. Thank you Hershel & Becky!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a wonderful visit for the second year in a row. Thank you again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding Home

This property was absolutely perfect in every way. The house was immaculate. It lacks for nothing. The kitchen was fully stocked with every item you could possibly need. The amount of towels in the bathrooms were over flowing. The pool area with the waterfall was spectacular. The outdoor kitchen was extraordinary. This is a 5 star top notch property. We are already planning our next trip. If you are in the area, don’t hesitate in choosing Mesquite Retreat!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

steeven_T

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Great Place To Stay

A wonderful property, with great hosts. Family enjoyed all of the amenities. Would recommend to anyone needing room for a lot of guests, and all the comforts of home. Hoping to stay again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lance R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lots to do

Really fun house and the owners were very responsive with anything we needed. Pool and hot tub were well maintained.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another awesome stay

We’ve stayed here 3 or 4 times. Always a top notch experience across the board. Many thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025