Title: Minutes to Downtown Austin: Peaceful Waterfront Retreat with City Access Nearby - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Minutes to Downtown Austin: Peaceful Waterfront Retreat with City Access Nearby Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Minutes to Downtown Austin: Peaceful Waterfront Retreat with City Access Nearby ![Property grounds - Minutes to Downtown Austin: Peaceful Waterfront Retreat with City Access Nearby (Austin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26460000/26459800/26459714/0e258d8e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Minutes to Downtown Austin: Peaceful Waterfront Retreat with City Access Nearby (Austin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26460000/26459800/26459714/eede9faa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Minutes to Downtown Austin: Peaceful Waterfront Retreat with City Access Nearby (Austin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26460000/26459800/26459714/3cfdd9be.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Minutes to Downtown Austin: Peaceful Waterfront Retreat with City Access Nearby (Austin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26460000/26459800/26459714/bc0fec6d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Minutes to Downtown Austin: Peaceful Waterfront Retreat with City Access Nearby (Austin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26460000/26459800/26459714/2221534c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Lake Austin Retreat, a luxurious lakefront getaway with a three-story boat dock perfect for taking in the serene lake views. Unwind on your elevated dock, sip cocktails in the sunny outdoor lounge, or savor dinner at your waterfront dining area. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81412 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Minutes to Downtown Austin: Peaceful Waterfront Retreat with City Access Nearby Welcome to Walker Luxury Vacation Rentals, where exceptional guest experiences and premium hospitality are our top priorities. Each of our homes comes with a dedicated team of knowledgeable agents that are available 24/7\. Your personal representative is not only well-versed in every detail of the home, but has likely enjoyed it with their own friends and family. They will quickly become an invaluable resource, guiding you to the best experiences and locations tailored for your group. 3D Tour: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=ZNearqmL1a8 (copy and paste link into browser) Check us out on 365 Things Austin top vacation rentals - https://365thingsaustin.com/austins-best-vacation-rental-properties/ This is Lake Austin Retreat, a next-level lakefront getaway complete with a three-story boat dock that's perfect for launching off into the water—or simply taking a shaded seat to take in the lake breezes. This brand-new build is stylish but not stuffy, family-friendly yet Instagram-worthy, with designer spaces inside and out that add a photogenic backdrop to your group's Lake Austin vacation. All of this within a short drive to downtown Austin. Lake Austin Retreat is perfect for lazy afternoons sipping cocktails on your elevated dock, but if you're itching for adventure, you can also hop in your boat and follow the river to Lake Austin waterfront eateries. Bask in the lake breeze. Let our concierge stock Hill Country wine and beer for you to sip in the sunny outdoor lounge. A shady second story with a grill awaits your Texas-style cookouts, and a quiet patio is where you can steal a moment to yourself. Enjoy waterfront dining (without a reservation). Get creative in a fully equipped kitchen with all-new stainless steel appliances. A high-top dining area makes serving meals easy. Linger as long as you like over dinner—from sunset to starry night sky. Go explore. From here, the heart of Austin is just a short Uber or Lyft ride away! Catch live performances at renowned theaters and venues, wander the charming shops of South Congress, or sample some of the country’s best tacos and BBQ. Just outside the city, Hill Country awaits with beautiful views and five-star wineries and breweries. Get cozy. There's nothing quite like kicking back. Find your spot on a cozy wraparound couch and fire up your favorite films on the flat-screen TV. Two full baths and three bedrooms offer flexible accommodations for everyone in your group. Bed sizes include a king-size master, a queen-size guest room, and a sleepover-ready bedroom with custom-built twin bunks that are sturdy enough for adults, too. \*\*The boat lift is NOT available for guest use. However, guests are welcome to securely tie up their boats to the dock at their own discretion. Per the city of Austin short term rental ordinance the following rules apply to every vacation rental within city limits, with no exceptions: 1) Outdoor spaces are not available for use from 10 PM to 7 AM, 2) Parties and events are not permitted, 3) Occupancy limit of 6 unrelated adults Cancel within 24 hours of booking free of penalty! HOUSE LIMITATIONS: While we love to celebrate special occasions, the property does not operate as a venue. Reservations are for accommodations only. No guests under 25 (without parent or legal guardian). No Bachelor parties. No smoking anywhere on premises. No pets. \*Any rental over 30+ days must pay via e-check or wire transfer\* ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Massage ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Dock ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### 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) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 1,412 square feet ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91850000/91844600/91844595/0dad2ccc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Inviting home with enclosed yard, full kitchen, patio, & W/D Westwood - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 32 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-28&endDate=2025-12-29&selected=91844595&PinnedHotelID=91844595&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57410000/57403400/57403341/17d7bc9c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Contemporary dog-friendly house w/ private gas grill, hot tub, & outdoor pool Bear Creek - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.4 Exceptional 123 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-28&endDate=2025-12-29&selected=57403341&PinnedHotelID=57403341&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90950000/90942500/90942408/b7f6a386.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious Luxury Retreat: Ideal for Groups, Families & Couples Seeking Serenity Greenshores - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 24 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-28&endDate=2025-12-29&selected=90942408&PinnedHotelID=90942408&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31950000/31945500/31945416/ee607cb1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bridge to Happiness: Cross the entry bridge into a gorgeous 4 bedrooms residence Lost Creek - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 89 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-28&endDate=2025-12-29&selected=31945416&PinnedHotelID=31945416&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108330000/108321100/108321093/ac6dc13d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3-bedroom home with private pool, gym room, close to Downtown Austin Deer Park At Maple Run - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.4 Exceptional 15 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-28&endDate=2025-12-29&selected=108321093&PinnedHotelID=108321093&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108160000/108154900/108154860/bdbce81a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful Pool home on 2.5 acres with a serene country feel with urban location Brushy Creek - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 15 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-28&endDate=2025-12-29&selected=108154860&PinnedHotelID=108154860&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120610000/120600200/120600144/0d31bc42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Barton Hills Getaway + Patio - Juniper! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as 627 Social Distance! 3 Story Boat Dock - Modern Escape Austin ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C30.34633%2C-97.87242&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=maAkgzb7WpoM-miw68XBc-mIvIE=) Austin, TX #### What's nearby - Lake Austin \- 1 min walk \- 0.1 km - Lake Travis \- 15 min drive \- 13.8 km - Sixth Street \- 21 min drive \- 25.8 km - University of Texas at Austin \- 21 min drive \- 27.6 km - Austin Convention Center \- 22 min drive \- 26.9 km #### Getting around - Austin Station - 26 min drive - Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 28 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Patrizi’s - ‬5 min drive - ‪Ski Shores Waterfront Cafe - ‬31 min drive - ‪Vaqueros Cafe & Cantina - ‬28 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬25 min drive - ‪Summer Moon Coffee - ‬27 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Minutes to Downtown Austin: Peaceful Waterfront Retreat with City Access Nearby pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Minutes to Downtown Austin: Peaceful Waterfront Retreat with City Access Nearby? ### What time is check-out at Minutes to Downtown Austin: Peaceful Waterfront Retreat with City Access Nearby? ### Where is Minutes to Downtown Austin: Peaceful Waterfront Retreat with City Access Nearby located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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