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Westlake Hills Retreat Minutes from Downtown

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5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, table tennis, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

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5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 13316 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
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  • Hot Tub
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  • Fireplace
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  • Outdoor Space
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  • Air conditioning
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  • Free WiFi
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Austin, TX
  • Popular LocationLake Austin4 min drive
  • Popular LocationZilker Park10 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Texas at Austin15 min drive
  • AirportAustin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)25 min drive

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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 manager

Anita Benavides

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels
  • Blender
  • Kitchen island

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table tennis
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Printer
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Up to 50 lbs per pet
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3400 sq ft (316 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 50 lbs per pet
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at 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.

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
Note from host: Only approved guests are allowed in the home.
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Westlake Hills Retreat Minutes Downtown House Austin
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Westlake Hills Retreat Minutes Downtown Austin
Westlake Hills Retreat Minutes Downtown
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Westlake Hills Retreat Minutes From Downtown Austin

About the neighborhood

Austin

Located in Austin, this vacation home is in the city center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Austin and Lady Bird Lake, while Austin City Limits and Moody Theater are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Moody Center or Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Lake Austin - 4 min drive
  • Zilker Park - 10 min drive
  • Barton Springs Pool - 13 min drive
  • Sixth Street - 14 min drive
  • University of Texas at Austin - 15 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Mozart's Coffee Roasters - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hula Hut - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chick-Fil-A - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Ski Shores Waterfront Cafe - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪P. Terry's Burger Stand #6 - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Westlake Hills Retreat Minutes from Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

Where is Westlake Hills Retreat Minutes from Downtown located?

Located in High Oaks, this vacation home is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Lake Austin and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Colorado River. Zilker Park and Lady Bird Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Westlake Hills Retreat Minutes from Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 35 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Trevor M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
It is a beautiful place to stay. Very relaxing and comfortable. Morning coffee on the deck with nature and wildlife. Got to sit with deer while watching the hummingbirds and squirrels in the trees. Also got to meet the friendliest loving cat that would come over and hang out with us on the deck.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jenny Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
Anita’s place was beautiful and perfectly housed our very large group during our stay in Austin. We loved the location and appreciated being able to book last minute as our other rental had fallen through. We appreciated her letting us use the place as a quick touch down for family we were visiting to do pop ins.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Reunion Weekend in West Lake,Austin
We stayed here in May of 2024 for a reunion of long time friends and it was absolutely perfect. Our group was 6 people where we all had separate bedrooms and bathrooms and plenty of common space to enjoy. The house has an amazing wrap around our door deck with scenic views of the hills and area. Great for a glass of wine and socializing..The home was about a 10-15 minute drive from the downtown area, was spacious, well kept and had everything we needed to make our weekend what we wanted and more. Our hosts Anita and Kurt were A++ Always responsive, offered us additional ways to enhance our stay, stocked some refreshments and coffee and welcomed us very hospitably! Would highly recommend this home and hosts for your consideration.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful neighborhood
Visited friends in the Westlake area and truly enjoyed our stay. Peaceful, quiet and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

bob p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Westlake Hills
Great location for us. Quiet, clean and workable house. Common areas very nice. Large deck as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay and experience!
Our experience and stay at this property was 5 stars across the board. Communication was quick, property was very clean, and the check-in and check-out process was seamless. Highly recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Austin stay
Beautiful house to stay in.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keri F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun girl’s weekend
The property was beautiful, easy to communicate with owner. Had a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Giselle N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay- Careful at night
I stayed here for my graduation weekend and the house is beautiful. It looks just like the pictures. The host communicated efficiently and it was relatively close to downtown. The weather didn’t lend itself to use the patio as much but it was beautiful. One note I would give to future guests is to be careful driving at night. The neighborhood doesn’t have any streetlights and the roads are winding and hilly.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing experience!!
The entire experience with Anita was amazing from communication before the trip, the check in process and the house was perfect for a group of 8 for my Bachelorette party! Could not recommend any more!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023