Top apartment #3 of the Castle ~ Sunsets & views high above Lake Travis!

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A historic stone tower with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of a body of water during sunset.
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A living room with a leather sofa, a small table with books, a giraffe statue, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A courtyard with a gravel path, a stone building with a conical roof, and a view of the sea.
A cozy living room with a leather sofa, patterned armchair, and a coffee table. There are framed artworks on the walls and a large window with a view of greenery.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Balcony
    A rare find - enjoy views from the balcony.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Lake Travis

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Garage parking available
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Austin, TX
  • Place, Lake Travis
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, The Oasis on Lake Travis
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Hippie Hollow Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Austin

Located in Lower Basin Lake Travis, a neighbourhood in Austin, this apartment is near a water park and on a lake. 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 Q2 Stadium or H-E-B Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Austin, TX

What's nearby

  • Lake Travis - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • The Oasis on Lake Travis - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • beach near Hippie Hollow Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • beach near Comanche Trail - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Tom Hughes Park - 5 min drive - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Austin Station - 27 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Oasis on Lake Travis - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rudy's Country Store & Bar-B-Q - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Top apartment #3 of the Castle ~ Sunsets & views high above Lake Travis! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Top apartment #3 of the Castle ~ Sunsets & views high above Lake Travis!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Top apartment #3 of the Castle ~ Sunsets & views high above Lake Travis!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Top apartment #3 of the Castle ~ Sunsets & views high above Lake Travis!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Top apartment #3 of the Castle ~ Sunsets & views high above Lake Travis! located?

Located in Lower Basin Lake Travis, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Colorado River and Lake Travis. Hippie Hollow and Windy Point Park are also within 2 miles (3 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. 218 out of 234 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 234 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 234 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 234 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 234 reviews

9.8/10

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great romantic place in a very nice area, Amazing view of lake Travis .very comfortable bed great balcony to enjoy the view, it feels like that you are staying in castle in Italy , very tastefully decorated, also tv had all the Chanel and easy to operate. I highly recommend this place
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I had an absolutely wonderful stay at the castle. It's even more beautiful inside than the photos, and the bed was incredibly comfortable. The view was amazing, and everything was exactly as advertised. Communication with the host was excellent, she stayed on top of everything and made the whole experience so easy. I enjoyed every minute and left feeling truly happy and rested.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience. Beautiful views!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views and the perfect spot to watch the sunset! Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Apr 2026
We love knowing you enjoyed your accommodations and views at Villa del Sol! Thank you so much for your review and for staying with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Every thing was awesome the apartment was so homey and comfortable. Love the layout over looking Lake Travis
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2026
I am so happy to know you enjoyed your stay and I hope your husbands birthday was wonderful! Please come stay with us again!!! thank you for the positive review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This listing was great and had great ambiance for a special occasion. We celebrated our 46th wedding anniversary and loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2026
I love knowing you enjoyed celebrating your 46th anniversary at Villa del Sol! I hope your anniversary sunset was beautiful for you! thank you for staying with us and wishing you many more years of happiness!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our return stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2025
We were so happy to have you return to Villa Del Sol for a lovely weekend! Thank you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was amazing and located perfectly to food, drinks and Hippie Hollow.
View from balcony.
View from ground.
View of stairway to condo.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2025
We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay at Villa del Sol!!! Thankyou very much for your review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place beautiful view!

Always love staying there- close to the Oasis!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2023
We are thrilled you returned for another visit! Thank you for the review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property

Wonderful private stay, great location for my family
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jan 2023
We appreciate your review and for staying with us at Villa del Sol! Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

Enjoyed it so much! Thinking to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2025
wonderful! We will love to have you return! So happy to know you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

It was a great stay!

The home was perfect for a couple’s getaway. Very romantic sunsets and everything we needed to stay in or go out as mush as we liked.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct 2024
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay! Love hearing how romantic it was for you all! Thank you very much for choosing Villa del Sol and for your wonderful review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
we had a great time this place is awesome and the host is wonderful. we enjoyed the bottle of wine while watching the amazing sunset. 3 min or less drive to the Oasis Restaurant. may do it again sometime.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful 3-day stay at this beautifully Italian-styled property overlooking Lake Travis. The view is absolutely magnificent and became one of the highlights of our trip. The place was very clean, comfortable, and had a warm, home-like atmosphere. It was well equipped with a kitchen, cozy sofa, TV, reliable Wi-Fi, and a very comfortable king-size bed. Everything we needed for a relaxing stay was provided. One of the best parts was the private balcony. From there, we enjoyed a panoramic view of the valley and the lake while feeling the cool breeze. The scenery was peaceful and unforgettable. Overall, this property offered both comfort and stunning natural beauty. We highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway near Austin and would gladly stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Definitely stay again.

Very beautiful and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Home, Beautiful View

This property was simply amazing. Beautiful view, beautiful location. Would definitely stay here if in the area again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice getaway!

We enjoyed our stay. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2021
Thank you so much for your review and for staying at Villa del Sol!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic romantic stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would love to stay again. It's very private and has a GORGEOUS view of Lake Travis and the 'best sunsets in Texas!'
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov 2023
We would love to have you all stay at Villa del Sol again! So happy to hear you enjoyed your visit and thank you for the wonderful review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful weekend getaway

Love the location. Breathtaking view and very relaxing! Perfect for couple getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway

Outstanding place
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2024
Thank you so much! We love know you enjoyed your stay and hope to have you back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Anniversary Weekend Getaway

My wife and I booked for three nights and loved it. Excellent views, unique decor, perfect for a couple celebrating 24 years.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct 2024
We love knowing your 24th anniversary was a perfect celebration at Villa del Sol! Many more years of happiness to you! Thank you for your kind review and for staying with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Dream come true! I've always loved this exceptional property perched high above Lake Travis, and all that it represents. We enjoyed dinner, a gorgeous sunset, and New Year fireworks across the horizon from our private balcony.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot close to Austin!

The place was comfortable and scenic, and Elise was very responsive.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2023
We appreciate your review and for staying at Villa del Sol! Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Romantic Getaway

Great little romantic getaway the wife and I love to stay at every year for our anniversary
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2022
We enjoy having you stay at Villa del Sol to celebrate! Thank you very much for your review and visiting again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place!

Very beautiful property!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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