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La Cassette at Messina Inn
We loved this place! Everything was blissful: hot tub, time by the river, downtown Wimberley. Amazing weekend! Great Airbnb!

Lake Travis Water Front Apartment with Boat Launch
BEAUTIFUL location and home!!! Extremely picturesque, feels secluded and private, the bathroom is gorgeous, all the amenities are perfect and George and Kim were amazing hosts, went above and beyond to make sure we were extremely comfortable and had a great vacation.

Wake up to Lake Views from Every Window
Such an amazing, cozy mini vacation—truly felt right at home! Mornings with coffee on the balcony were the perfect start to the day. The thoughtful touches throughout the apartment, especially the fan in the bedroom, made the stay extra comfortable. It was so quiet and peaceful, and watching the deer wander by was a real treat!

2BD Luxury Condo | Water Views | Pool | Rainey St
Dakota's apartment was an excellent stay. The view is absolutely amazing. The apartment itself is very elegant, clean and comfortable. The kitchen is sufficiently stocked for cooking and great coffee. The beds and living area furniture are very comfortable and a nice quality. The showers are also nice. The location of the apartment building is great and very walkable to restaurants and entertainment. The apartment building is nice, safe and efficient (as well as the valet parking). The front desk staff are friendly and will securely store luggage until check-in time. Note that the check-in staff seem to only rely on the host for details of the apartment, thankfully Dakota is very responsive. We look forward to staying here again!

Spectacular Lakefront View Condo
Was relaxing, felt like home, peaceful. River/Lake was beautiful!

Domain Life - Best shopping, restaurants, & bars
We loved the apartment! The great location, super clean apartment, tasteful decoration, this apartment had everything we needed. I especially appreciated how clean the place was. Since it is located in the shopping areas, it can get noisy at night but earplugs were provided and we had no issues with sleeping. My kids slept in the second bedroom which was away from the street and they said it was super quiet. We stayed here for MOTOGP at COTA. Since this place is right off the highway, it was only 45 minutes away from the track. Maybe even shorter with toll roads. MO was very responsive with communication and super helpful. Easy check in and check out. Everything worked and was easy to operate. 100% recommended.

Incredible View Of Downtown | Walk To Rainey St.
Loved my stay…and have already rebooked!! Great location, comfy bed and all the amenities of home!

Lake Travis /Austin/Apt 1B1B lake access property
What a great location and beautiful yard!
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Your OASIS Nestled IN Wooded River Views, POOL!
Solid Airbnb, had 15 of my friends for my bachelor trip and we all thought the space was super nice. One of the most well stocked airbnbs I’ve stayed at! Definitely recommend to anyone looking for a solid airbnb for a lot of people!

Blanco Riverfront Bliss! Half mile to Downtown!
We had an amazing stay, and we would definitely recommend this Airbnb! Hayley was super accommodating and attempted to resolve any issues we had. The house is a short distance from the downtown area and has a path down to the river. If you want to go in the river, be sure to have some water shoes as the rocks are very slippery entering in.

Hot tub!7 Bedroom Domain Retreat+2 Homes, Foosball
We had a great stay! The check in/check out was easy. Everything was thoroughly explained and clear. The house was very clean and had plenty of beds, making it perfect for our group. Located in a cul-de-sac. The neighborhood was quiet. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything we needed. Highly recommend!

Secluded Lake Travis retreat in Serene Cove w/pool
Siren's Cove was a great weekend getaway! It had everything we were looking for in such a beautiful location. The host was easy to get ahold of and was always quick to respond to any questions/concerns we had. I would highly recommend this place for anybody that's looking for a great/quiet weekend trip!

River Retreat, 15 Miles from Austin
An amazing property with a kind hostess. We felt the warm welcome and charming southern hospitality just oozing out of this place. They provided every supply for our weekend except our food and drinks. There was charcoal for the bbq, kayaks and life jackets for the river, abundant firewood and sticks for s'mores, bubbles, floaties for the pool, a blender for making drinks. We saw a heron, owls, a friendly cat, and few deer grazing on the property one morning. The whole weekend was like a little taste of paradise. Thank you.

Spacious|Dog-Friendly|Big Backyard|For Families
Our stay was amazing! Piyumi was very attentive and when having questions he responded quickly and answered my questions. The house was very beautiful and had everything we needed. With 8 guests we all had our own beds and the rooms were very clean and organized! A good plus was the park right in front of them home where there was a beautiful lake where you can fish and take walks. The neighborhood was very quiet and very nice. I will definitely come back and stay here again when we come back to Austin!

Enjoy View of Creek from Relaxing Poolside Retreat
We had a variety of ages for family members staying for our daughter's college graduation. The house was well-appointed, and perfect for our multi-generational needs. I cooked 4 large meals in the beautiful kitchen...but happened to forget a lot of the cooking and serving-ware I planned to use. Shanna's place ended up having everything I needed! (And the two dishwashers were clutch!) My in-laws commented numerous times that the layout was incredible, and we're discussing coming back for gatherings more often. This place is great for families! Loved our experience.

Creek Chic Home in Old Lakeway, Texas
This is the place to stay, if you're looking for a beautifully decorated and clean 3 bedroom duplex near Lake Travis! She is a very responsive host, with a beautiful home, and she even provides coffee for the coffee maker for guests to use! She does require blankets to be put on the couch if you bring your dog and a gate to keep pets from going in the bedroom area. In addition, the backyard is not completely fenced, so keep that in mind if you are looking for a pet friendly place. I would highly recommend staying at Petya's place, especially if you're traveling without pets!
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Downtown Rainey District 29th Floor
I recently enjoyed this stay, and it was everything I hoped for, relaxing, refreshing, and absolutely perfect! From the moment I arrived, the atmosphere was inviting and peaceful. The building accommodations were spot on, and provided all the comforts of home with an added touch of luxury. I loved the bar (for drinks and coffee) downstairs. Friendly and attentive staff without being intrusive. Parking was by (24/7) valet or paid street parking only. I highly recommend this stay to anyone wanting the downtown Austin vibe.

High-Key Luxury, Low-Key Vibes | Rooftop Pool
Jason’s place was perfect for my weekend stay in Austin. Cement ceiling and floors kept all of the noise from any other unit far away. Kitchen was supplied with necessities. Huge plus is the coffee shop in the lobby which also serves espresso martinis!! 😊 Overall excellent location and great spot. Valet parking sealed the deal. Would definitely recommend this location!

Luxury Unit Rooftop Pool Private Balcony Rainey St
We had a wonderful 5-night stay in Austin celebrating my husband's 70th BDay with our two daughters. The experience was made even more special thanks to our fabulous hosts, Maelia & Liya. They were incredibly attentive and quick to respond to any questions we had-always ready with helpful recommendations for local events and dining. The suite itself was perfect for our family—2 bdrms, 2 baths, & a fully equipped kitchen with every amenity you could think of. From cooking spices and spray to honey for tea, pool towels, plastic glasses, and even a picnic basket for enjoying the pool area—it felt like everything had been thoughtfully considered. Speaking of the pool—it was absolutely fabulous! Plenty of reclining chairs made it easy to relax in the sun, & the view from the pool area was simply amazing. The location was also ideal, with lots of excellent restaurants nearby and just a pleasant 30-minute walk across the bridge to reach a variety of shopping options. We will definitely return

Peaceful getaway -Island of Lake Travis-Bella Lago
Our family of four absolutely loved our stay! The location is private and peaceful, and while it’s a bit far from Austin and all there is to do downtown, it was the perfect escape for our Spring Break weekend. The condo was cozy, with plenty of games and activities. We enjoyed our time on the patio, played pickleball, spent a lot of time in the hot tub and pool (or reading by the pool at sunset with the most incredible view), and my animal whisperer son got to feed and interact with the deer on site- a real highlight for him! Thank you, Cheri for a wonderful stay! We hope to be back one day!

Texas Tides on Lake Travis
Perfect place with an impeccable view!!! Bring a sleep mask if you want to sleep in.

ILT 3221 Lakeside Serenity Luxurious Condo
We enjoyed our little weekend getaway, it felt like we were on vacation just closer to home. We will definitely book again!

Splendid Lake Travis Island Condo
Beautiful home great island everything was awesome definitely visiting again

Waterfront Condo on Lady Bird Lake
My daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed our short stay at David's home. The unit is exactly as advertised, and the proximity to the trail and river is even better than the photos show. We look forward to visiting Austin again and staying at David's home.
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200 properties are a good fit for families
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