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Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown

Vacation home in Austin with kitchen

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Dining
Interior
Tucked away under live oak trees, this home offers a peaceful retreat. Enjoy the serenity of being far removed from streets and immediate neighbors, yet still within 12 miles of downtown.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

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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.

Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown

Enjoy our brand new home peacefully tucked away under live oak trees in the privacy of the back half-acre of our property far removed from streets and immediate neighbors. Only 12 miles from downtown.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Pool at adjacent property not automatically included. Must inquire if available for by the hour rental.
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the property.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: friendly reminder-guests responsible for damages

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
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 neighborhood

Map
Austin, TX

What's nearby

  • Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center - 7 min drive - 7.5 km
  • South Congress Avenue - 10 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Zilker Park - 11 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Barton Springs Pool - 12 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Sixth Street - 14 min drive - 16.0 km

Getting around

  • Austin Station - 15 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lala’s South Pole - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown located?

Situated in Austin, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, Garrison Park, and Sunset Valley Village. South Congress Avenue and Burger Stadium are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Family Fun

Great location. Quiet space with outside space for kiddos to run around. Lots of board games to have fun inside as well! Great hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful home, lovely porches and outdoor areas. Hosts nice. Great neighborhood. Master mattress not ideal.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Minh P.

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

Arete Stay

This stay was such a treat. The hosts were very friendly and responsive to all questions. The property was fully furnished and had everything we needed and more! New and clean. Couldn't have asked for a bettery stay for a group of 7 in Austin, TX. Will definitely revisit when we go back to Austin.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elba J.

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

Perfect Getaway

I didn't get to meet Rita and her husband but my daughter and her husband said they were the amazing. We had a wonderful stay at there place. They had everything we needed to cook meals and they had a Keurig and coffee which was a plus for us. We came for ACL weekend and then drive was about a 15 minute drive. I wish we could have stayed and extra day to just relax and enjoy the house a bit more. We would definitely stay again if available.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Loan L.

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

Pleasant and Comfortable Stay

Rita and Bill are incredibly kind and helpful hoats. Rita was great at communicating prior to stay. They stay on the property so it was convenient for them to help when the lock ran out of battery. Bill also greeted us when we arrived and offered to help us with our bagsThe home is very clean spacious (we had 5 adults and 2 kids) and had everything you could need. Bill and Rita are thoughtful and have extra amenities, games for kids, toileteries, etc. We very much enjoyed our stay and were very happy. Will be back next time!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bethany Rose G.

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

Gorgeous home

The property owners were very nice and reassured me when I was worried our reservation fell through. They were helpful when we arrived and greeted us kindly. They answered all my questions and were very helpful. The home was lovely in a area that isn’t cut off from civilization but still had a nice woodsy vibe. The interior design of the home is absolutely lovely. Most things were included (ie towels, travel sized soaps, cook wear, etc.) There was a laundry room in the house which was nice. And the owners live on the property just in case. 10/10 would recommend and maybe one we will be able to visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tami M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This VRBO was nothing short of magical. From the moment we arrived, we knew we found a hidden gem. The home was spotless, and fully equipped with everything we could need, including a welcome basket with snacks and coffee pods.The location was perfect, peaceful and private, yet just minutes from restaurants, shops, and attractions.Our hosts were incredibly friendly, and went above and beyond to make sure our stay was perfect.Every part of our stay exceeded expectations. We didnt want to leave. We will definitely stay here again. Thank you Rita and Bill!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

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

Wedding lodging

Bill and Rita were wonderful, house was beautiful..
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob H.

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

Great stay in austin!

Beautiful property, quiet and serene. Bill and Rita have thought of everything. Very comfortable, everything there is top notch. They're only 15 minutes from downtown Austin and it's worth a few extra minutes of travel to stay in such a nice place. We will stay there again the next time we are in Austin!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne H.

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

Near family in Cherry Creek

We had a great 13 night stay at this location which was a 2 minute drive from our daughter’s home.The pool adjacent to the rental is possibly available for an additional fee, which was a nice option for our family.A great quality home that was private and quiet.We’ll be using this property again.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kari B.

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

Lovely host and property

Fabulous!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie C.

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

Short Vacation

The purpose of our visit was to get my grandson settled into his summer apartment. He has an internship in Austin Tx. The house was just as listed. It was perfect for my granddaughter, cousin and myself. The house was clean, nicely decorated and comfortable. The hosts were wonderful and available when needed. If in the area, I would definitely choose to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlyn N.

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

Weekend Stay

Truly could not have imagined a better stay. Rita went out of her way to make sure we had everything we needed for our first roadtrip with our baby - from high chairs, to bouncers, to crib, etc. The house and property truly cannot be beat - it’s hard to find that type of seclusion and peace but still be within minutes from all Austin has to offer. We would stay here again and again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

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

Gem in neighborhood of Austin

My family and I stayed here for a wedding. The owners were very accommodating and went above and beyond to ensure we had a comfortable stay. The property and rooms were very clean and modern. Loved the breakfast nook with keurig and snacks. The decor and style of the home was very relaxing, with layout being spacious enough to accommodate six adults comfortably. Rita and Bill were very friendly and made sure we had everything we needed. Great location, close to downtown Austin and Dripping Springs, but private enough (at the end of a dead-end road) to feel more secluded. Thanks for a great stay! Enjoyed listening to the chatty morning doves every morning as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James N.

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

Family Time

We had everything we needed at the property. Bill and Rita are great hosts and are in a separate house on the property which allows them to assist immediately whenever there is something you need. The location is great and silent. I would book again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clarice H.

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

Beautiful Gem

This was one of the best VRBO properties- scratch that it was the best- that my family has ever stayed at. Perfect size, perfect backyard, exactly as advertised. Great communication with hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip L.

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

Weekend with family

We didn’t realize how lucky we would be when we booked this fine house for a weekend out in Austin with my family. Bill and Rita were so kind and we felt welcomed by them and the house. Perfect location for getting into Austin and still having a quiet and cozy place to retire every evening
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

William B.

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

Great stay!

I'd give 6 stars if I could. One of the best experiences I've ever had with VRBO. Would go back to visit Austin and I wouldn't book anywhere else to stay! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick J.

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

Christmas vacation at Arete Stay

Bill and Rita were excellent hosts. They were very responsive with all communication. The home is well cared for, cozy, and pleasant. We can't wait to come back for our next trip to Austin.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Peaceful place to rest and recharge

This is an amazing property. Beautifully designed with master and guest rooms on opposite sides of the home. Surrounded by trees you surely don’t feel like a major city is a few blocks away. It’s quiet at night and we had all the comforts of home. We were so appreciative of how calming the home was as we arrived both nights exhausted. Thank you for our stay. We can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexis R.

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

Great hosts and even greater location.

We enjoyed our stay, although short. The host were great and it's in a fantastic location. Close to everything but nestled away from the hustle and bustle of the city. We will definitely book again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca G.

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

Arete Stay/Peaceful

This house was so nicely put together, and peaceful. It was so much more relaxing then what you would find at a hotel. It was close to so many things to do. The outside sitting area was relaxing. They had everything that you could need in the house. They did a great job at decorating down to the little details. They let us check in early when we had no expectations of even doing so. Rita and Bill are very kind people. Very attentive to detail and answer any questions you may have. I will be booking their house again when we make it back to Austin.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerri G.

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

Beautiful property

The house was beautiful and functional. We met Bill and communicated with Rita through the app. Both were great! The house was very clean and in a great location for what we needed. We look forward to returning again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie W.

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

Girls get away

Lovely home Plenty of room Had a great time
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Curtis U.

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

Thoughtful hosts, quiet location

Bill and Rita clearly put some effort into making this place comfortable for guests. Everything was extremely clean, the kitchen had everything we needed, and there were board games and yard games for us to use. There's a greenway nearby with pretty good connections to local parks which I really appreciated for my morning trail runs. They have a low-stress check-in and check-out which worked well for our inconvenient flight schedule. Thanks Bill and Rita!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024