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Private Respite Breathe Deeply Cabin with Garden, SwimSpa/Hot Tub, Fire Pit

Cottage in Manchaca with fitness centre and outdoor pool

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Breathe Deeply is a treat, your treat, retreat....
back meadow with a bon fire
Saltwater Swim Spa and massage

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 237.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Manchaca, TX
  • Place, Onion Creek Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Cinemark Southpark Meadows
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Southpark Meadows
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Private Respite Breathe Deeply Cabin with Garden, SwimSpa/Hot Tub, Fire Pit

Welcome all and pets. Breathe Deeply is a 100+ yr old cabin revived and furnished with love. Breathe Deeply is a safe, easy escape. Everything here waiting for you. Outdoors, privacy. Time to watch the deer & sky. Enjoy the hot tub/swim spa. Or soak in the spring fed claw tub with our bath salts. Settle down with a choice of fire pits. Fast internet expands to patio. Use our bluetooth and BBQ pit . Its definitely not your regular routine,

NOTE: Pets need UTD flea/tick tx. Smoking outside ok.

A stone throw south of the Austin City Limits -one quarter mile- this cabin is situated in 2.5 wooded acres neighboring an 18 acre old wooded farmland. Luxuriously, almost country, glamping and fairly quiet (there is some traffic noise and a trian whistle).
Land is inhabited by deer, hawks, rabbits, owls, lizards a fox and butterflies/humming birds. There is an old stone well filled by an aquifer (legend states the well was built by Ben McCullough; a Brigadier-General soldier in the civil war).

Its possible you'll be tempted to lounge all day. However, the center of Austin or San Marcos, with music, swimming, fishing and kayaking and floating are just 15-25 minutes from this retreat. Go play and come back to lounging while watching deer in the meadow.

Sound like a fit for you?
More info: Circuit of the Americas is 18 miles through country roads or a toll road. It is possible to attend this event and never enter Austin. The toll road will deliver you from the airport to the cabin and the event without the Austin traffic. SXSW and other major events: Consider being in the crowds day and night then retreating by the fire at your quiet cabin just 15 minutes south from all the ruckus of Central Austin. Invite a few friends to hang with you and perhaps make your own music.

Reservations for guests under 18 welcomed with prior approval and possibly no extra friends, lets discuss.

Pets: We have ducks and sometimes 2 well behaved dogs. Property is fenced though there's no guarantee its entirely secure. Pets welcomed. Max 2 pets with shots and flea/tick treatments UTD. Let us know if you're bringing pets so we can greet in the manner you need. Dogs love it here! Dog park/bar around the corner.

ACL 1 & 2 and SXSW: center of town is generally 20 minutes. I can drop off for public bus which avoids the hassels of where to park and how far to hike. Retreat back to the cabin and relax away from the crowds with your own evening fire and some wine.

Host can prep the fire. Firewood complementary. Local quality coffee, decaf coffee and a variety of teas and cream. Thai, Indian and Mexican restaurants within a mile, BBQ pit available with charcoal provided. Games are in the cupboard and paints in the drawer!. Please check amenities-we're set up for your respite; just bring your swim suit.
We provide towels, quality cotton sheets, quilt, pillows, utensils, dishes, cups, herbs and oil, a hammock and Texas history books and Austin "best of..." magazines...

Extra charge for round trip transportation to the airport or elsewhere offered by host. Public bus stop 3 miles from the cabin, it is easy to grab a ride to the bus stop from the host- no charge.
Weekend reservations are a minimum of 2 nights. If you can only stay 1 weekend night, please ask about an exception so that I can attempt to make it work. There are 2 airstream rentals tucked in the far back wooded corners. Host lives across the patio-please see pictures.

Guest have exclusive access to the patio. You are welcome to wander all the grounds-(2.58 acres with meadow) with the exception of course, of the private residence- With prior notification to host, guests of guests are welcomed, visiting (not overnight due to space/bed limitation) at the fire or in the swim spa is a great option to share with friends!

Looking for discounts? week and month discounts will compute during reservation. Other Discounts from Host: 4 days including weekend= cost for all days are weekday price. 4 weekdays = 5% off. Weekday Last minute Discount (within 2 days)= 5% off Host Discounts requires an inquirery rather than instabook to request via message to apply discount as a special price before booking. I interact with guests as much as they want. Usually, an initial orientation to the cabin and grounds, then texting for the morning "I'm returning, please get the fire ready". There are times I am encouraged to visit at the fire and I really enjoy doing so.
Within a mile: Several Wedding Venues Texas Keepers Cidery, multiple restaurants, Within 3 miles: MoonTower Saloon with comedy Club, GittyUp Saloon, Several other music venues, HEB Grocery Store, Lady Bird Wildflower Center 5 miles Three miles away, there is a public bus which goes directly (no transfers) to the center of Austin. There is an alternate toll route from the airport which avoids Austin traffic, please check your GPS. Your cabin is located on the property where the host lives. It is private-semi secluded- and very safe. Stars are dimmed from the Austin and nearby lights while cars and a train whistle can be heard. I am working towards a wildlife/native habitat refuge; with our neighbor's 18 acres (which contributes to the country feeling however 18 acres are not available to guests.). Under the cabin, on occasions, we are visited by a critter or two. This is rare but does mutually surprise us all - after dusk of course. Property is fed by an underground aquifer with a soft water system and reverse osmosis installed.
Holidays, such as Thanksgiving and Christmas have a minimum stay of 3 nights required. This is also true for SXSW and F1. ACL is 2 nights. Weekends are 2 nights minimum. Please send a note with any questions. I hope to meet you.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 16
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Inform b4 booking to discuss safety
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Approval prior to booking to discuss event. t
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
No pets on furniture. added fee 4 added clean
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Various type allowed outside only

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
all pets off of furniture. collect poop into provided pot.
prior to booking inform host be4 booking of kid guest or events
absolutely no changing temperature in spa. no lotion residue in pool it discolors water and impacts access for next guests. either h incurs fee

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: approval prior to booking to discuss event. t
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property # 3723926

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Manchaca

Manchaca is home to this cottage. Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue 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 Circuit of the Americas or Moody Center.
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Manchaca, TX

What's nearby

  • Onion Creek Club - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Cinemark Southpark Meadows - 6 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Southpark Meadows - 7 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Buda - 7 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Stagecoach Park - 8 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • Austin Station - 21 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Doxa Coffee Roasters - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Texican Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Mi Ranchito - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Polyphonic Coffee - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Way South Food Park - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private Respite Breathe Deeply Cabin with Garden, SwimSpa/Hot Tub, Fire Pit have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Private Respite Breathe Deeply Cabin with Garden, SwimSpa/Hot Tub, Fire Pit?

As of 18 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Respite Breathe Deeply Cabin with Garden, SwimSpa/Hot Tub, Fire Pit on 22 Dec 2025 start from AU$264.96, 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.

Is Private Respite Breathe Deeply Cabin with Garden, SwimSpa/Hot Tub, Fire Pit pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Private Respite Breathe Deeply Cabin with Garden, SwimSpa/Hot Tub, Fire Pit?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Respite Breathe Deeply Cabin with Garden, SwimSpa/Hot Tub, Fire Pit?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Respite Breathe Deeply Cabin with Garden, SwimSpa/Hot Tub, Fire Pit?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Respite Breathe Deeply Cabin with Garden, SwimSpa/Hot Tub, Fire Pit located?

Situated in Manchaca, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Southpark Meadows, Stagecoach Park and Garrison Park. Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center and Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Buda are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 108 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathy Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was friendly and accommodating. The property was beautiful and the cabin was cute, quiet and relaxing. And the ducks were adorable.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bert R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, well decorated and clean. Very nice outdoor decor quite and peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miriam R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Five stars all around. This little cabin is such a hidden gem—you’d never know you were in the middle of Austin. It was quiet, calm, and exactly what I needed after a busy workday. Perfect for a short overnight stay, clean and comfortable, with a super welcoming host who made everything easy. I’m really grateful for the peaceful reset and would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and quiet place with an amazing host!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin and the locale was very comfortable.It was a great way to truly get away from it all!It was perfectly equipped, clean, and the bed was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ellen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cozy and quiet. Host was so very friendly. Loved sharing her s’mores.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tamara covered every amenity possible. Very very peaceful. Loved the ducks, we give her one hundred stars.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie Q.

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

Great stay!

Perfect little get away for us. The property was super nice and beautiful for the area. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

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

Weekend Gwtaway

Clean, quaint and charming. Enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brilliant spot for a unique visit. No live laugh love signs here! Creative and beautiful decor, great outdoor hang out areas, kind and genuine host. Very close to Austin. Cotton sheets in a comfy bed. Very easy check-in.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly B.

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

Gem of a place

what a wonderful stay a restful retreat beautiful surroundings and a wonderful host. Highly recommend this place. Me and my best friend came there to stay close to a show and had so much fun. Loved the ducks and was able to do a little bit of artwork on the patio. Will definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Donna C.

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

Not clean and 5 feet from the owners door

We didn’t stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy H.

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

Charming cottage

Coming from the city I love the peaceful nature retreat! Mega hot tub/pool was a nice experience in the evening under the Texas stars. Very fun weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

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

Restful & Charming Spot

Lots of Greenery, close to many cool places. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan C.

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

A sanctuary outside the city!

What a delightful space! The cabin is a cute and self contained room that has everything you need. The property was an absolute dream and the salt water spa was extra dreamy during a cloudy evening sunset. Host(s) were super warm and welcoming and even showed me around some great spots in town! 10/10 recommend if you need to unwind and reset.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

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

Relaxing stay

Our stay was very enjoyable, and we will certainly stay here again if we’re in the area in the future. It’s a cute one-bed rental with everything you may need.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

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

Overnight stay

Needed a place to sleep for the night near our relatives. this place was a five minute drive from our destination.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy H.

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

Manchaca cabin

Convenient location to Austin attractions in a quiet country setting. Grandkids loved playing in the swim spa/hot tub. Lots of room to walk our dog. It is close to a train track so some train noise.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kristine K.

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

Country cottage in outskirts of Austin

This charming guest cottage qualifies as the original shabby chic. The owner is very friendly and helpful with orientation to the property, which is large and rambling.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shirley F., Highland Park, CA, USA

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

Best Little Guesthouse in Texas!

Everything was just perfect. Tamara was a lovely host and the place was beautiful. Thank you, Tamara. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gloria P., Houston, Tx

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

Artful decor

Tamara was very accommodating and we enjoyed the artful decorating both in the house and courtyard. Close to main roads and Austin.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aaron A., Austin, Texas

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

A cozy stay with a wonderful host

Tamara was so welcoming and accommodating! We loved our brief stay, and she was more than willing to help us out when needed. The bed was comfortable. There were plenty of tasty snacks provided. Our dog was quite comfortable, and loved exploring the large property with us. Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tom C.

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

Cute and quirky, like Austin used to be

The property was natural and inviting, fire pits in multiple locations, fully furnished with wood and supplies. Charcoal grill was great. Large swimming spa was exceptional! The cottage was small and inviting with a comfy bed and everything necessary to have a great time. I highly recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim J., Port Angeles, Washington

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

Our old neighborhood

This was a visit to our old neighborhood and we were not able to spend time at the VRBO. It’s a great location and provided a perfect base of operations. The Tom turkey named Christmas was frisky but not a problem for an old farm boy.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie C.

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

An oasis to escape to

Tamara was the most welcoming host. She went over and beyond to provide a relaxing get a way. I highly recommend, if your needing a break from the monotony of our screen indulged fast paced lives. A place to go to breath deeply. I'll definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Tamara Trager

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I'm a semi retired pediatric social worker. I grew up around the states and in Southeast Asia. Went to college in Connecticut, Mexico, on World Campus Afloat and finally years later, with lots of gaps for traveling, graduated at the University of Texas in Austin. After my two sons were successfully launched; one's an elite athlete and fireman and the other a pediatric PA, I began renovating the property as a nature preserve and guest house. I have now successfully hosted over a thousand guests and have expanded my exposure in hopes of enjoying an ever growing community of travelers. I love hosting and focus on making sure your travels are as pleasurably memorable as mine have been.

Why they chose this property

As a child, I always fantasized living in an old wooden home with lots of windows in a picturesque setting; the types often seen in the Grimm's fairy tale pictures. When I was ready to buy, I only looked at one home, one not usually on the market, a home typical of the 30's in Austin but now in a large wooded area just outside the southern city limits. As I walked onto the property my heart knew 'this is a grandmother's home!' and I was sold. Now, I garden endlessly with the goal of attracting birds, butterflies and all the small creatures seeking a haven. After all the traveling, I've found my Grimm Brothers' home and I am eager to share it with others.

What makes this property unique

I enjoy the fireflies and crickets, late night fires on the patio by the pond, enticing birds and humming birds to nest nearby, and, watching the fawns frolic. A moment later, I can spontaneously leave my retreat to join friends in town to enjoy Austin's great fare and Central Texas's wonderful rivers, all within minutes from my home.

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English, Spanish

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