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Writer's Retreat: Think and rest in nature in the middle of Austin.

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A small house with a deck, a brick chimney, and a large tree in the background.
Entry to bed/bath structure.
A small, rustic cabin with a wooden deck and a basketball hoop, surrounded by trees.
Exterior of Writing space.
Exterior of Resting Space.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 1

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Austin, TX
  • Place, Lake Austin
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Bull Creek District Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Pennybacker Bridge
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 1)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

About this property

Writer's Retreat: Think and rest in nature in the middle of Austin.

It's rare to find a place that's both historic and one-of-a-kind. We rebuilt parts of the original home into a small one bedroom, one bath home and repurposed the well house into a dreamy writing workspace for writing. Two separate structures separate work space and rest space. But the work space includes a massage chair for breaks and a kitchenette.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3330847vb
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

Vaught Ranch, a neighbourhood in Austin, is home to this apartment. Sixth Street and Lakeline Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Austin and Lake Travis. 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

  • Lake Austin - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Bull Creek District Park - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Pennybacker Bridge - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Lake Travis - 15 min drive - 13.8 km
  • University of Texas at Austin - 21 min drive - 29.1 km

Getting around

  • Kramer Station - 12 min drive
  • Austin Station - 16 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪County Line on the Lake - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ski Shores Waterfront Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Fresa's Chicken Al Carbon - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jack Allen's Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Epoch Coffee - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Writer's Retreat: Think and rest in nature in the middle of Austin. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Writer's Retreat: Think and rest in nature in the middle of Austin.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Writer's Retreat: Think and rest in nature in the middle of Austin.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Writer's Retreat: Think and rest in nature in the middle of Austin. located?

Located in Vaught Ranch, this apartment building is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Bull Creek District Park and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Lake Austin. Colorado River is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

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

quiet and peaceful

quiet and peaceful work or writing area
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan P.

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

Hidden gem that I want to keep a secret

This property was simply breathtaking, and I thoroughly enjoyed my stay here. It's secretly nestled in a spot where you'd never expect anything to be there, but then opens up into a park-like atmosphere with towering but well manicured trees, and right on a charming little creek. There are multiple outdoor seating areas, and I spent hours just sitting on the deck, getting work done on my computer, and enjoying the luscious scenery. It was therapeutic with the fresh air, birds singing, and creek flowing. If that wasn't enough, then I'll add that the hosts were unbelievably accommodating, responsive, and helpful. And they weren't just great hosts, but genuinely good people as well. Anyhow, if you don't need a lot of indoor space, then you should definitely book this place. Just don't do it when I come back out haha!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jenna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

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