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Private Respite Breathe Deeply Cabin with Garden, SwimSpa/Hot Tub, Fire Pit
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 237.1 sq m
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Explore the area

Manchaca, TX
- Place, The Vineyards at Chappel Lodge2 min drive
- Place, University of Texas at Austin17 min drive
- Place, Sixth Street18 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
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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
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Inform b4 booking to discuss safety
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Approval prior to booking to discuss event. t
Pets
Pets allowed: limit 2 total
No pets on furniture. added fee 4 added clean
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.
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
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.

Manchaca, TX
What's nearby
- The Vineyards at Chappel Lodge - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
- South Congress Avenue - 12 min drive - 20.2 km
- University of Texas at Austin - 17 min drive - 27.2 km
- Zilker Park - 18 min drive - 30.2 km
- Sixth Street - 18 min drive - 27.2 km
Getting around
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
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.6/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
17 Feb 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
8 Mar 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy


Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kathy Y.
29 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kathy Y.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bert R.
13 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bert R.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jerry Y.
30 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jerry Y.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Terri H.
28 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terri H.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Miriam R.
12 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Miriam R.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jeanne L.
2 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jeanne L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Natalie Q.
21 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Natalie Q.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Ellen S.
16 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ellen S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
isaiah B.
28 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

isaiah B.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Linda K.
16 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Linda K.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kim C.
28 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Gwtaway
Kim C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Alex K.
17 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alex K.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Molly B.
13 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gem of a place
Molly B.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nicole S.
5 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing stay
Nicole S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michelle C.
26 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Restful & Charming Spot
Michelle C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Cindy H.
7 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming cottage
Cindy H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Donna C.
21 July 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Not clean and 5 feet from the owners door
Donna C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cindy M.
30 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overnight stay
Cindy M.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Megan C.
18 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A sanctuary outside the city!
Megan C.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Kristine K.
4 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Country cottage in outskirts of Austin
Kristine K.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Shirley F.
3 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Little Guesthouse in Texas!
Shirley F.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Judy H.
22 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Manchaca cabin
Judy H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Gloria P.
11 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Artful decor
Gloria P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
About the host
Hosted by Tamara Trager
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.
Languages:
English, Spanish
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