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Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown

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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Austin, TX
  • Place, Labyrinth
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Bannockburn Baptist Church
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Texas at Austin
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown

Enjoy our brand new home peacefully tucked away under live oak trees in the privacy of the back half-acre of our property far removed from streets and immediate neighbors. Only 12 miles from downtown.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Friendly reminder-guests responsible for damages
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pool at adjacent property not automatically included. Must inquire if available for by the hour rental.
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the property.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Austin

Austin is home to this holiday home. South Congress Avenue and Sixth Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Zilker Park and Lady Bird Lake. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Moody Center or Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium.
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Austin, TX

What's nearby

  • Labyrinth - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Bannockburn Baptist Church - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Lake Austin - 15 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Sixth Street - 16 min drive - 17.5 km
  • University of Texas at Austin - 16 min drive - 19.4 km

Getting around

  • Austin Station - 15 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lala’s South Pole - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown?

As of 19 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown on 21 June 2026 start from AU$297, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown located?

Situated in Austin, this holiday home is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Garrison Park. Burger Stadium and Broken Spoke are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding lodging

Bill and Rita were wonderful, house was beautiful..
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kassidy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, cozy home. We loved how well stocked the house was and the location of the property was unbeatable. Very peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kari B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely host and property

Fabulous!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexis R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great hosts and even greater location.

We enjoyed our stay, although short. The host were great and it's in a fantastic location. Close to everything but nestled away from the hustle and bustle of the city. We will definitely book again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in austin!

Beautiful property, quiet and serene. Bill and Rita have thought of everything. Very comfortable, everything there is top notch. They're only 15 minutes from downtown Austin and it's worth a few extra minutes of travel to stay in such a nice place. We will stay there again the next time we are in Austin!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is even more gorgeous in person! My family and I (2 adults, 4 yr old, 12 yr old) stayed here for 4 days and had a wonderful experience. We enjoyed all the provided games and loved that we were so close to so many different activities both in Austin and the surrounding areas. Bill and Rita are amazing and so accommodating! We made so many memories here and would love to return in the future. This was exactly what we were looking for, a little bit of home with the luxury of vacation. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyishia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Getaway

We came to get away for a quick girls trip and fully enjoyed this home. It’s very beautiful, quiet, clean, and the host was very hospitable. We would Definitely want to stay here again when visiting next time!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Fun

Great location. Quiet space with outside space for kiddos to run around. Lots of board games to have fun inside as well! Great hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow! What a wonderful time we have had at Arete Stay! Everything was absolutely perfect! From the beautiful exterior of the home to the clean and cozy interior that was stocked with everything we needed and more! We agree that this is the best rental we’ve ever had and plan to stay here many more times while visiting in Austin. We love it here!Bill & Rita are awesome hosts who have such a great attention to every detail we could have imagined. Looking forward to our next visit at Arete Stay!Thank you, Bill & Rita!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

I'd give 6 stars if I could. One of the best experiences I've ever had with VRBO. Would go back to visit Austin and I wouldn't book anywhere else to stay! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas vacation at Arete Stay

Bill and Rita were excellent hosts. They were very responsive with all communication. The home is well cared for, cozy, and pleasant. We can't wait to come back for our next trip to Austin.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caitlyn N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Stay

Truly could not have imagined a better stay. Rita went out of her way to make sure we had everything we needed for our first roadtrip with our baby - from high chairs, to bouncers, to crib, etc. The house and property truly cannot be beat - it’s hard to find that type of seclusion and peace but still be within minutes from all Austin has to offer. We would stay here again and again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Time

We had everything we needed at the property. Bill and Rita are great hosts and are in a separate house on the property which allows them to assist immediately whenever there is something you need. The location is great and silent. I would book again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Near family in Cherry Creek

We had a great 13 night stay at this location which was a 2 minute drive from our daughter’s home.The pool adjacent to the rental is possibly available for an additional fee, which was a nice option for our family.A great quality home that was private and quiet.We’ll be using this property again.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clarice H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Gem

This was one of the best VRBO properties- scratch that it was the best- that my family has ever stayed at. Perfect size, perfect backyard, exactly as advertised. Great communication with hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place... amazing stay!

It's a little oasis just south of downtown. Loved our stay here. My friends are already talking about a return trip. Very clean and well stocked. Hosts are great! Thanks again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay here was wonderful! We came to Austin for the weekend and the home was spacious with a FABULOUS porch that made for really lovely mornings together. It felt tucked away but also close to everything we needed. The kitchen was really well stocked, and it was easy to feel at home. It was plenty clean for us! I am a bit of a nut when it comes to cleanliness so I wasn’t thrilled with grime in the refrigerator, but overall had absolutely no impact on how pleasant the stay was. The cofffee bar, snacks left out, and really smooth communication with the hosts made everything feel easy. Our group would stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phillip L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend with family

We didn’t realize how lucky we would be when we booked this fine house for a weekend out in Austin with my family. Bill and Rita were so kind and we felt welcomed by them and the house. Perfect location for getting into Austin and still having a quiet and cozy place to retire every evening
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls get away

Lovely home Plenty of room Had a great time
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful home, lovely porches and outdoor areas. Hosts nice. Great neighborhood. Master mattress not ideal.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tami M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This VRBO was nothing short of magical. From the moment we arrived, we knew we found a hidden gem. The home was spotless, and fully equipped with everything we could need, including a welcome basket with snacks and coffee pods.The location was perfect, peaceful and private, yet just minutes from restaurants, shops, and attractions.Our hosts were incredibly friendly, and went above and beyond to make sure our stay was perfect.Every part of our stay exceeded expectations. We didnt want to leave. We will definitely stay here again. Thank you Rita and Bill!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerri G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property

The house was beautiful and functional. We met Bill and communicated with Rita through the app. Both were great! The house was very clean and in a great location for what we needed. We look forward to returning again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Minh P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Arete Stay

This stay was such a treat. The hosts were very friendly and responsive to all questions. The property was fully furnished and had everything we needed and more! New and clean. Couldn't have asked for a bettery stay for a group of 7 in Austin, TX. Will definitely revisit when we go back to Austin.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short Vacation

The purpose of our visit was to get my grandson settled into his summer apartment. He has an internship in Austin Tx. The house was just as listed. It was perfect for my granddaughter, cousin and myself. The house was clean, nicely decorated and comfortable. The hosts were wonderful and available when needed. If in the area, I would definitely choose to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful place to rest and recharge

This is an amazing property. Beautifully designed with master and guest rooms on opposite sides of the home. Surrounded by trees you surely don’t feel like a major city is a few blocks away. It’s quiet at night and we had all the comforts of home. We were so appreciative of how calming the home was as we arrived both nights exhausted. Thank you for our stay. We can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

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