The Palms on Lake Travis Estate - Waterfront with Dock & Pool - Close to Austin

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A multi-level building with outdoor seating areas, a stone staircase, and decorative lighting.
A pool area with red umbrellas, outdoor seating, and a view of the water.
A spacious kitchen with granite countertops, wooden cabinets, and a large island.
A waterfront cabin with a wooden deck, a covered seating area, and a view of the water.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Lake Travis

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Spa pool on site
  • Private pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Austin, TX
  • Place, Lake Travis
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Hippie Hollow Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Windy Point Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

BR1 - Primary King Suite - Main House Upstairs

1 King Bed

BR2 - King Bedroom - Mint - Main House Upstairs

1 King Bed

BR3 - King Bedroom - Brown - Main House Upstairs

1 King Bed

BR4 - Double / Office - Main House - Main Floor

1 Double Bed

BR5 - King Suite - Main House - Lower Floor

1 King Bed

BR6 - King - Red - Garden House

1 King Bed

BR7 - King - Gold - Garden House

1 King Bed

Garden House Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Lakefront Suite Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

9 bathrooms, 4 half bathrooms

Bath1 - Ensuite Primary Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bath2 - Ensuite Bath - Main House - Upstairs

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bath3 - Ensuite Bath - Main House - Upstairs

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bath4 - Main House - Main Floor

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bath5 - Ensuite Bath - Main House - Lower Floor

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bath6 - Ensuite Bath - Garden House

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bath7 - Ensuite Bath - Garden House

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bath7 - Jack n Jill Tub/Shower - Main House - Upstairs

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Shampoo

Bath9 - Jack n Jill Tub/Shower - Garden House

Soap · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Shampoo

Bath10 - Entry - Main House - Main Floor

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bath11 - Main House - Lower Floor

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bath12 - Powder Bath - Garden House

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bath13

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Austin

Located in Lower Basin Lake Travis, a neighbourhood in Austin, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Austin City Limits, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Travis and Lake Austin. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at H-E-B Center or Q2 Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Austin, TX

What's nearby

  • Lake Travis - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • beach near Comanche Trail - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • beach near Hippie Hollow Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Windy Point Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Windy Point - 3 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Austin Station - 25 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Oasis on Lake Travis - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rudy's Country Store & Bar-B-Q - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Palms on Lake Travis Estate - Waterfront with Dock & Pool - Close to Austin have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Palms on Lake Travis Estate - Waterfront with Dock & Pool - Close to Austin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Palms on Lake Travis Estate - Waterfront with Dock & Pool - Close to Austin?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Palms on Lake Travis Estate - Waterfront with Dock & Pool - Close to Austin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Palms on Lake Travis Estate - Waterfront with Dock & Pool - Close to Austin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Palms on Lake Travis Estate - Waterfront with Dock & Pool - Close to Austin located?

Located in Lower Basin Lake Travis, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Colorado River and Lake Travis. Windy Point Park and Windy Point are also within 1 mile (2 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. 99 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 102 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Lake Travis house & location!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an incredible stay at the Palms of Lake Travis, celebrating my wife’s and my 50th birthday with our closest friends. The property exceeded our expectations—it’s even more beautiful than the photos suggest. Robyn was a wonderful host, easy to communicate with, and made everything seamless. The home itself was spacious, comfortable, and perfect for our group of nine. Everything was spotless and well-maintained, with easy access to the property. We spent most of our time enjoying the pool, taking in the stunning lake views, and watching World Cup games on the outdoor TV. Renting a pontoon boat was a highlight, and the dock made it simple to get out on the water. It was a truly memorable experience, and we would absolutely return for another stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review! Y’all were amazing guests! We hope to see you back again someday soon!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Palms on Lake Travis - July 2011

We had a great time! The property is excellent.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Thanks, Kate - it was great meeting you and your group. We hope to see you again someday...
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect all around. This was for a long weekend with family. The hosts were incredibly responsive and helpful. The property was impeccable…even better than “advertised.” All information was clear and recommendations great. The welcome handbook was chock-full of good, useful information. On a 5-star scale this is a 10!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Apr 2026
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a thoughtful review. It means a lot to us that you and your family enjoyed your stay! We loved having you and appreciate the care you took of the property. We would welcome ya’ll back ANYTIME! Have a beautiful summer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great!

Exactly as advertised, hosts are awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Apr 2023
Thank you for the nice review! It was wonderful having you stay, and we hope to see you again someday soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Better than expected

The Palms is so much more than we expected. The location was absolutely perfect. Amazing property with all the extras to make the stay go without a hitch, including an awesome boat dock. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review (and for being EXCELLENT guests). I'm sorry we didn't get to meet this time around, and we hope to meet you in person next time... you are always welcomed back! Have a great rest of summer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful and relaxing

Worked out great for our family, we’d do it again! Great location, beautiful view, great layout. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
We really enjoyed having your beautiful family stay at The Palms. Thank you for leaving everything in great shape, and we hope to see you again someday!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great view! Amazing Vacation!!

This house rental was exactly as advertised. It was very clean, provided all the amenities we needed, and was in a GREAT location. We really enjoyed walking down to the boat doc and swimming in the lake. The view was amazing!!! I highly recommend this rental and plan to come back next year!
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
We are very pleased that you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to having you and your family return! Thank you for taking the time to submit a review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning estate with amazing views!

The guest homes are beautiful, clean and well-stocked. We had three couples and stayed in both of the guesthouses. Beds were very comfortable, plenty of linens and many extras! Robin and Rodney were the best hosts! Looking forward to visiting them again. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2024
Thank you so much for the lovely review! It was a pleasure having your group stay here, and we'd welcome you back anytime! We hope to see you again one day soon!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful place to stay!!!

The Palms are wonderful. The place is beautiful. The house is everything you would want. Nice landscaping. Everything is well taken care of. The place is private and secure. The owners are very polite, pleasant, and help with anything you need. Thank you for such a wonderful place to stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Thank you, Kay! We enjoyed meeting your group and are glad you had a nice time here! Hope to see you again sometime soon... :-)
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great Stay on Lake Travis

Our stay at the Palms was perfect. The location on Lake Travis and its proximity to local restaurants and shopping was ideal. It was very clean, well accommodated and Robin was the perfect host. The grounds were immaculate and we did not feel we lacked anything. The fridge and pantry were even stocked with starter items that were very helpful. I highly recommend staying there and we look forward to making this a Spring Break tradition.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Thank you, Eric! I enjoyed meeting your family and we look forward to having you stay with us again someday soon! :-)
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful property - Wonderful getaway

Our family completely enjoyed the time at the Palms, great home for a family dinner or getaway from the bustle of the city. Beautiful grounds, well attended and love all the helpful labels and signs. In staying at a few homes the electronics, switches and features can be complicated. Robin and Rodney have gone the extra mile making sure it is easy to enjoy the home.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Your group made the MOST of it with the boat rentals and chefs! It was great to see everyone enjoying the backyard and having fun! Ya'll are welcome back ANY time!
Archival

8/10 Good

Great Place to Gather

The Palms was the perfect place for our family get together...six adults and four children. The older kids loved the lake and the little one loved the huge hot tub...The huge yard was perfect for the kids and dads to play baseball. The location in a cove was great...no boat traffic. Accommodations were very nice. Enjoyed The Oasis for dinner and Treaty Oaks Distillery for an afternoon drink...Robin was very attentive to our needs. For sure would recommend The Palms to friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Thank you for submitting a response... we hope to see you again someday soon!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Another Perfect Stay

We have stayed at the property several times over the years. This was the first time we rented both units. Our stay was perfect. We were able to have time together with family yet also have some privacy at times. Rodney and Robin are very attentive to any potential needs during the stay. The property is absolutely gorgeous. My husband always enjoys fishing off of the dock. Thank you so much for some wonderful family memories !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2020
Ya'll are awesome and welcome back ANY and EVERY time! We love our return guests... Congratulations to the new graduate!!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect!!!

We stayed with our family at the Palms over our wedding weekend and it was nothing short of AMAZING!! The owners, Robin and Rodney, were as impressive as the venue itself. They bent over backwards to accommodate our large group. The venue made it feel like we had plenty of space with flowing gardens...multiple entertainment areas...and location, location, location!!! This rental is exceptional value for money and we plan to return!!! ( Thank you Robin and Rodney, we are forever grateful!)
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Thank you Rudi!!! We truly enjoyed your family... thank you for choosing The Palms for your special weekend - we hope to see you again someday!!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

BEAUTIFUL Property

I was a little nervous when I realized that the owners of the property occupied it as well, but we did not have any problems. The property was well manicured and absolutely beautiful. We couldn't get the hot tub hot or the jets in the master bath tub to work, but it wasn't a big deal. I also thought that the clean up requirements were a little much when you are charged a cleaning fee, but this was my first short-term rental outside of a hotel, so maybe that is standard. Overall, I would rent here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Apr 2020
Thank you so much for taking the time to write your review and give us feedback. We feel badly that the hot tub and master bath jets didn't work for you. We encourage our guests to text us if something isn't working so the we can address it right away. Sometimes if we lose power, the heater on the hot tub resets... we just have to adjust it in the pump house - it's a pretty quick fix, but we don't always know when it happens unless someone tells us. The master bath tub jets seem to challenge quite a few, so you aren't alone. The switch has to be on in the bathroom, and then you have to fill it REALLY REALLY full before it will turn on. We often coach our guests through the process if it doesn't turn on for them. If and when you stay with us again, just know that if you ask/text us, we will take care of any issues that come up. We try to stay very responsive about that. Thanks again!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful, stunning, a picture is worth a thousand words.

This property is absolutely stunning. The layout of the landscape has been well thought out. Details are everywhere you look. A paradise on Lake Travis. We stayed in the lakeside suite which is the lower level of the main house. Granite, travertine tile, each room is wired for sound, a jetted tub in the bathroom. Everything here is top of the line. The bed was extremely comfortable. The atmosphere was relaxing. We stayed for 2 nights and would love to stay there again. I would like to have a longer stay next time. If you are looking for a great place for a weekend or a week, do not hesitate to book this property.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Thank you for the kind comments, Susan! We would love to have you stay here again sometime... it was great meeting you both! :-)
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Absolutely perfect!

Perfect for a quick girls weekend! We stopped by the grocery store on the way in and the kitchen had everything we needed to throw together a wonderful dinner. We definitely put the back patio & hot tub to good use - perfect for relaxing and catching up with old friends. The units and rooms were very spacious, and each bed was increeeedibly comfortable! Everyone wanted to forsake all of our pre-made plans just to lounge in the cloud-like comfort! It is a beautifully kept house & grounds with plenty of room for larger groups (we had 8). Our only regret was not having enough time to take advantage of all of the backyard amenities! Would be amazing in the summer!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
We are so glad you enjoyed your time, and would love to have you back in the summer sometime! :-) Thanks for submitting a review!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect for a family get away

We stayed 3 nights in the Garden House and our stay was amazing. The Garden House is off from the main house and gave us some privacy but we also used the common area to sit in the dipping pool/hot tub which was so relaxing. Our kids loved jumping off the dock down by the lake and our teenage daughter enjoyed laying out by the main house. At night we enjoyed sleeping on the pillow soft beds and even on the pull out sofa...what a plus for a rental. We also rented a boat a couple of days and the kids loved tubing. The Oasis restaurant had amazing overlooks but we also enjoyed using the grill back at the house. I can't say enough about how welcoming, helpful, and friendly the owners were. We would recommend this property to any of our friends and family who are looking for a great place to spend time with their family. We will be definitely going back and will probably take friends with us next time so they can see how nice this place really is.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Thank you for the great comments!! We're glad that you enjoyed your stay and look forward to you coming back. We enjoyed meeting you, and your kids are awesome - you have to be very proud of them. Your family is welcome here anytime! :-)
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Amazing location

Location is right on the lake, partially shares a view with The Oasis, which is just down the street. Very cool upscale neighborhood nestled into the cliff side. Easy access to shopping for needs and wants. Everything you could really want, this house has it except one thing: you are sharing the property with the owner. I value privacy above all other amenities just about. I was aware from the listing they lived on property but they actually occupy the same structure as the guests. So much for walking around nude. They were very nice and helpful and did not encroach on us, you would not know they were there except you can hear their footsteps and they talk fairly loud or possibly had a game night or party because they did get pretty loud during “quiet hours”.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan 2022
Thank you for taking the time to write a review, and we are hopeful you enjoyed your stay. and glad you enjoyed the location! There are two of us that live here, and that weekend our son was in town, and we invited another family over for game night on Friday. Quiet hours start at midnight, and our guests were gone before 11pm. We tried to keep it down, and we truly apologize if you could hear us and it disturbed your stay in any way. Privacy for our guests is extremely important to us. There are only two of us, and we do occupy the same structure on the two floors above. We try to walk softly, prevent noise, and give our guests privacy. For others that may read this review, there is a secure door that keeps our living areas separate, so we do not share living space with our guests in ANY way. We also stay out of your way unless you need help with something and request our assistance. You may see us coming/going in the driveway or on the way to the dock. If you want to walk around naked outside, this is probably not the place for you, as we do have neighbors on one side (we installed bamboo between the homes to provide as much privacy as possible). The great news is that the other side is a nature preserve. We encourage everyone to read the many other reviews from our guests. We are very proud that out of 102 reviews on two platforms, only 3 have been 4 stars, and the rest were 5 stars. We hope you choose to stay with us sometime soon! :-)
Archival

10/10 Excellent

The Palms was AMAZING!!

Our family had such a wonderful time at The Palms. Robin and Rodney made sure we had everything we needed, and went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable. It was easy to find, just put the address in google maps and it takes you right to it! The Oasis is so close! We enjoyed watching the sunset there one evening. The lake is great for boating and fishing. It is so convenient to be able to walk from the house at The Palms to their dock and jump in your boat! The property is beautiful! It was so relaxing! We would spend mornings either fishing off the dock, or enjoying the beautiful view of the lake from the back patio. We put the pool table to good use also! In the evenings we would take a soak in the oversized hot tub and enjoy the breeze! The beds were very comfy and the kitchen had everything you needed if you decided to cook! We will definitely be returning to The Palms! It is a great place to get away from it all!
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
We are glad you enjoyed your stay... we love having fun families like yours stay at The Palms!!! We hope to see you again someday soon! Thanks so much for taking the time to write this!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Lakeside House at Lake Travis

The layout is different because there are actually two buildings. That said, the mattresses have foam toppers, everything you would expect at home is in this house so this very comfortable. Tons of towels. We fished at the dock which was quite fun. We built a fire and roasted marshmallows. We got in the hot tub and told stories. We played basketball. We played with the dog. For a family, this place is just great. We have elementary age kids and a teenager. Everyone had a blast. The owners have excellent attention to detail. Everything is well explained. Sometimes rentals have goofy showers or uncomfortable beds. Neither true here. I will definitely return!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr 2021
Ya'll were awesome guests. Thank you for choosing The Palms! Have a wonderful summer, and we hope to see you again someday soon!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Everything you need and want in a vacation home!

This home was beautiful! Robin was attentive when I needed her but our family never saw her on the property. Let me clarify "needed" her. A storm was coming through and she graciously allowed us to park our cars under the carport in case of hail. The home has all the amenities you can think of but more importantly for a mom, the house had all the condiments and spices and items you need for the first night stay. It bothers me when I go on vacation and have to buy all those little things you need to cook with and then you leave them behind. NOT here! She is fully equipped not just for mom but dad has his fishing supplies, grill, boat dock and pool table. The kids have every game indoor and out to play with! I cannot say enough good things about this property! It is well priced for everything you get and beautifully maintained! We will go back and more importantly you need to book this property to fully enjoy your vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Wow! Thank you for taking the time to write such nice words! We enjoyed your family and hope to see you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home

Overall great place and views to lake are incredible . Cannot complain the two houses on property were a plus for our family and friends .
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous property with Lake Travis and Hill Country views

The Palms is a fantastic property including everything you'll need for a memorable vacation whether you're looking for a romantic getaway or a family vacation. The hosts are more than thoughtful including a well stocked kitchen if you want to cook. It's also close to great restaurants for dinng out. Questions and requests are responded to immediately. Can't recommend The Palms and our hosts highly enough. This will definitely be a return destination for our annual girls trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
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