Title: Romantic Secluded Studio with private Koi Pond and huge Natural Pool - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Romantic Secluded Studio with private Koi Pond and huge Natural Pool Vacation home with an outdoor pool, near Lake Austin ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101800000/101791200/101791152/330c823f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101800000/101791200/101791152/001db8ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101800000/101791200/101791152/1a1c7b29.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101800000/101791200/101791152/c0761d14.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101800000/101791200/101791152/236558cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to the Paintbrush Casita, a serene retreat nestled in a peaceful 5-acre valley just 15 minutes west of downtown Austin. Unwind amidst hiking trails, multi-level vistas, and 8 soothing water features including the stunning rain-fed pool. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Pool - Washer - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly ## 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. ### Romantic Secluded Studio with private Koi Pond and huge Natural Pool A "magical retreat" space complete with hiking trails, and multi-level vistas encased in a peaceful, 5-acre valley just 15 minutes west of downtown. 8 water features, culminating in a 90,000-gallon rain-fed pool. Nothing else feels so”away from it all” while being so close. The space The Paintbrush Casita is a studio space with a kitchenette and full bathroom. There are lots of open spaces with an abundance of natural light all around. The extensive 5-acre property offers vistas and hiking amongst natural and sculptural pieces all around. Pathways can lead you to the 3 Ponds or down to the spectacular Pool, complete with a Grotto and waterfall. The covered parking Pavilion is nestled into the rocky hillside. A highlight is an impressive 4-ton pink granite ball fountain that spins on a tiny amount of water...impressing people of all ages. The property has the feel of the Austin Hill Country but is only minutes from downtown Austin. You will be left in awe by the uniqueness and grandeur of this beautiful respite in the city. This is a five-acre property with some rough terrain and lots of uneven stone stairs, so sensible shoes/tennis shoes are recommended during your stay. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101800000/101796600/101796502/d5c910fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Secluded 1,200 SF Casita in Idyllic Hill Country Setting Minutes From Downtown Westlake Highlands - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 21 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=101796502&PinnedHotelID=101796502&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31620000/31612800/31612744/49c0beff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Top apartment #3 of the Castle ~ Sunsets & views high above Lake Travis! 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Please do not build fires. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets Note from host: Please clean up after your pet ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: There are ponds and pools without fences or gates ### 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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=30.316658,-97.796844&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:ebaxDf%7D%7BsQ%3FQ%3FQ%3FQ%40Q%3FQ%40Q%40Q%40Q%40QBQ%40QBQ%40QBOBSBOBQDQBODODSBOFODQDMDQFODOFOFOFOFOFMHOFMHOFMHMHOHMHKHMHMJKHMJKJKHKJMJKJIJKLIJKJILIJILILILGJILILELGLILGNELGLENELELENELCNCNELCNCLCNANCNANALCN%3FNANAN%3FL%3FNAN%40N%3FN%3FN%40L%40N%3FNBN%40N%40LBN%40NBLBNBNDLBNBLDNDLDLDNDLFLDLFLHLFLDLHLHLFJHLHLHJHJHLJJHJJJHJJJLJJHJJJJLHLHJJLHJHLFNHLHLHNFLFNHLFNFNDNFNFNDNFPDLDPDNDNDRBNDNBPBPBNBRBNBP%40PBP%40P%40P%40P%40P%40P%40P%3FP%3FP%40P%3FP%3FRAP%3FP%3FPANARAPAPAPAPCPAPCPCNCPCPCPCNEPCNEPEPENENENGPENGNGNENGNGNILGNGLILINILGLILILKLIJILKLKJIJKJKJKJKJKJKHMJKHKHMHMHKHMFMHMFMFMFMHMDMFMDODMDMDOFMDOBMBOBODMBOBO%40MBO%40O%40O%40O%40M%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FOAOAOAMAOAOAOCOAMCOCMEOCOCMCOEMGMEOEMEMEOGMEMIMGMGMGKIMGMIMIKIMIKIKKMIKKKKKKKKIKKKKKIMKKIMIMIMIMIMIMGOIMGMIOGMGOGOGOGOEOGOEQEOEOGOCQEQEOCQEOCQCQCQCOAQCQAQCQAQAQAQAS%3FOAQ%3FQ%3FQ%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=LQyjxI5BF4tlF4lpWZ-rNW6vPOI=) Austin, TX #### What's nearby - Lake Austin - 2 min drive - 1.9 km - Zilker Park - 7 min drive - 6.0 km - University of Texas at Austin - 11 min drive - 7.5 km - Sixth Street - 12 min drive - 8.3 km - Austin Convention Center - 14 min drive - 9.4 km #### Getting around - Austin Station - 16 min drive - Downtown Station - 22 min drive - Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 32 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Mozart's Coffee Roasters - ‬9 min drive - ‪Quince Lakehouse - ‬9 min drive - ‪Hula Hut - ‬9 min drive - ‪Ski Shores Waterfront Cafe - ‬23 min drive - ‪Maudie's Milagro - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Romantic Secluded Studio with private Koi Pond and huge Natural Pool have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Romantic Secluded Studio with private Koi Pond and huge Natural Pool pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Romantic Secluded Studio with private Koi Pond and huge Natural Pool? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Romantic Secluded Studio with private Koi Pond and huge Natural Pool? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Romantic Secluded Studio with private Koi Pond and huge Natural Pool located? > Located in Westlake Highlands, this vacation home is 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from Lake Austin and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Colorado River. Lady Bird Lake and Pennybacker Bridge are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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