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Hill Country studio: minutes to lake, 20 min to DT Austin

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Exterior
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Smart TV
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Austin, TX
  • Lake Austin
    3 min drive
  • Mount Bonnell
    20 min drive
  • River Place Country Club
    24 min drive
  • Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    29 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Hill Country studio: minutes to lake, 20 min to DT Austin

Want to experience what makes Austin weird and wonderful? Stay in this cozy and bright studio apartment in the wooded Cuernavaca neighborhood, less than a mile from the lake and an easy 20 minute drive to downtown Austin.

The neighborhood was established in the ‘60s and became a place for Austinites wanting an alternative lifestyle to set down roots. That legacy lives today in the type of home you find here: everything from log cabins to far out lake houses to communal living spaces. And in the type of people you tip your hat to in the street: friendly musicians, artists, and lake-addicted families.

Wake up and take a stroll through the peaceful neighborhood with lake views. Then drive up to Civil Goat Coffee where you can say "hi" to the resident pygmy goat, Butters.

During the day you have so many choices!
• Visit Commons Ford Ranch Metropolitan Park, a wonderful place to hike, picnic, or swim. (6 min drive)
• Check out the Hill Country Galleria for lunch and to do some shopping (12 min drive)
• Gorge yourself on BBQ from The County Line on the Hill (10 min drive)
• Or check out central Austin (20 min drive)

Once you've tired yourself out with all Austin has to offer, head back to your peaceful studio for a tranquil bath in the oversized tub, make a cup of tea in your mini kitchen, and sit out on the bench swing to watch the deer come out to graze and the people come out to sit on their front porches. Settle in for the night on a comfortable king-size bed. And if you’re party is a little larger, pull out the roomy sofa bed so everyone sleeps comfortably.

*Please note: This studio is attached to our main house, so you might hear us (and our teenage kids and dog), and we might hear you! There is space for no more than 2 cars. Kitchenette includes mini fridge, microwave, toaster oven, Keurig, kettle, basic utensils and tableware. No kitchen sink, oven, or stove. The TV in the bedroom has an Apple TV, but there is no cable television.
During your stay at this apartment building, you'll be within walking distance of Lake Austin. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchenette in the apartment.
  • Air-conditioned apartment with kitchenette, sofa bed, and Smart TV
  • Free WiFi
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Lake Austin and 15 minutes from Zilker Park
This apartment offers its guests a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Austin apartment.

Property manager

Lynn Wise

Languages

Arabic, English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchenette

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Bidet
  • Towels provided
  • Soap

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • On the lake

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Hill Country oasis, easy drive to DT, walk to lake Austin
Hill Country oasis, easy drive to DT, walk to lake Apartment

Hill Country studio: minutes to lake, 20 min to DT Austin Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Neighborhood location
We were visiting family in the neighborhood, so this worked out very well. The space was nicely designed, good natural lighting, large bathroom, comfortable large bed. The frig and microwave were helpful amenities. Communication with host was easy. I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Blanca G.

Liked: Cleanliness
The
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simple but Great Unit
Unit was perfect for our stay. Nice large room with bed and kitchen area. There was a second seating area and a good size bathroom. The "kitchen" area is best suited for simple breakfast and leftovers but that was perfectly fine for us. Host was very communicative and check in and out process was quite simple. Also easy to find from the road. Would stay here again and have let our family in the area know that this is a good one to recommend for other visitors.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Studio in The Hill Country
Our daughter stayed here for a few weeks between her apartment leases at UT. She enjoyed the peace and serenity of this studio located in the hill country & near the Colorado River. This place is in a safe neighborhood and is well-priced making the extended stay affordable. Her daily commute to Austin was a peaceful 20 minute scenic drive. She had a good stay and she would stay here again. Also, the owner is very nice and communicated well making booking and checking in for our daughter a breeze.
Stayed 26 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

MaKaylan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A getaway
I love how cute and clean it was.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Retreat
Nice and peaceful
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Laura C.

Liked: Cleanliness
In the Hills
This was a nice place to stay. Seemed a little far from City night life. The only TV was in the bedroom which made it a little awkward to watch with friends. No sink in the kitchen area so you had to take cups and dishes to the bathroom sink- not ideal. I’m very allergic to cats and I had a pretty good reaction to the cat dander than was on the bed comforter. Washing that comforter and shams may be helpful for those staying with you who have allergies to animals.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
Wish I could of stayed longer. The room was absolutely lovely. The reading room was my favorite feature of the room
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and quiet retreat
We had a nice evening staying at Lynn's property. It was just what we needed on our weekend trip to Austin. The place was clean, the bed comfortable, and the bath was really impressive, biggest tub I've seen in a while.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa Moves DFW

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Great property in a quiet, nice, and safe community. I am on town frequently and will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley V., Sacramento, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy stay and clean
It was a nice property in a quiet area. It was clean and easy to find.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carly R G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for Hill Country wedding weekend!
My Mom and I stayed here for a wedding that took place in Spicewood. This was a perfect middle location between the wedding and downtown. Very clean, updated, easy. A lovely stay with cool, unique places around. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wooded neighborhood
We enjoyed our stay. The deer were charming.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and comfortable
The place was really clean and in a good location comfortable and affordable
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Trip to Austin.
Very convenient to activities and easy to come and go. Property was perfect for my need.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

CELSO, MEXICO

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great! Easy get there, the place is really nice and the area so quiet and a lots of nature around.

10/10 Excellent

Loren R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect girls trip!!!
We were pleasantly surprised with how nice the place was and how clean and well-kept the appliances were. The booklet with places nearby and photos of the host family were adorable and very helpful. We felt very welcomed and would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a cute place to stay. Best ACL weekend ever!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding weekend
Lynnes property is wonderful. Very clean and quiet. She is a great host. Will use again when in Austin. Complimentary coffee was very nice. Thank you Lynne
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet. Clean. Private.
I will be a return guest because of how I titled this review. Cleanliness, privacy, and a peaceful environment are most important to me. To be objective, my least favorite part was the tub/shower. I’m short so it was cumbersome to balance over the tall sides on the tub because the bottom was slippery. It felt like a residue was on the bottom (maybe soap/body oil buildup). I’d want guests to be cautious and careful to avoid injury. I figured it out and this was a minimal cleanliness/safety issue but worth mentioning if this is a priority for the next guest. Thank you for the welcome and personable stay. I’ll definitely refer others and stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Lynn’s place is great! Clean, affordable, comfortable. It has the amenities you need. My daughter and I were in and out a lot, not spending lots of time in the apartment itself. Easy to get to.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

A M

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint and Cozy
This was very nice place in a beautiful area of Texas.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emanuel D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
My girlfriend and I loved it here, it had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ed, Broomfield

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything as advertised. Comfy bed, clean, and quiet. Also really enjoyed Patrizi’s restaurant so close - excellent. Look forward to a return trip to this Austin hill country oasis.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dot K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location, Location, Location
Our stay on San Juan Drive was close to all the activities we had planned; Barton Springs Pool, Boardwalk, Juliet’s, Maudie Milagro, Salt Lick and Hills Wine Country and Austin Country Club.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023