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Truly unique, one-of-kind, Artsy & Luxurious! Lake Travis retreat for two!

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The cottage is tucked on the back of our property, completely private and cozy!
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 255.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Spicewood, TX
  • Place, Lake Travis
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Pace Bend Park
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Volente Beach Water Park
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Truly unique, one-of-kind, Artsy & Luxurious! Lake Travis retreat for two!

The Aloha Cottage sits high on a corner lot on a little over two acres, on a dead end, across the street from Lake Travis. Approximately half of the property is wooded and the remaining half is an expansive front yard with numerous, gorgeous Live Oaks. (There is one tree on the property that is estimated to be 300 years old. It's a beauty!!) It is peaceful and abounding with Mother Nature. All of this yet still 15-30 minutes from numerous restaurants, shops and some great Spicewood nightlife.

Just down the street, a short 5 minute walk, is a private homeowner's park with a boat ramp, day dock, picnic tables and just about the best lake shore access this side of Lake Travis! The shoreline is a series of rock ledges, allowing for a refreshing plunge off the edge as if jumping into a pool. No squishy, muddy lake bottom! The ledges also allow for shallow water lounging for those who aren't swimmers. It is truly an incredible park that, on many days, you can enjoy all to yourself!
NOTICE: 2024 – Lake Travis is a control lake and the levels change seasonally. The pictures in our listing are not necessarily accurate.

The Aloha Cottage is a detached guest cottage, tucked around back of the main house and has its own driveway and completely private entrance. Step across the checkered patio and into a room with three large windows facing the spacious front yard. The yard is fenced on one side and has a Jasmine hedge along the entire front, creating a private oasis. The cottage is fresh, bright and very clean. The whites, sandy beiges and multiple tones of turquoise create a welcoming and relaxing retreat.

The Aloha Cottage has a spa quality, GORGEOUS bathroom. This seriously cannot be overstated. If you are a "bath” person, look no farther. It has a custom colored, claw foot soaking tub with a chrome "Telephone" faucet set. There is a large glass enclosed shower, a huge, vintage-styled pedestal sink and a separate toilet room. One wall of the bathroom is clad in upcycled pallet wood adding a touch of warmth. It is stocked with a variety of soaking salts for your pleasure. Begin your stay by melting away stress with a good hot soak!

The bedroom features a queen bed with luxury 100% cotton bedding; your choice of feather or Allerease pillows, 100% cotton blanket or down comforter, a cozy coverlet and plenty of throws pillows to sit back and relax on. There's a comfy armchair that's big enough to snuggle into. In the same room is a simple "kitchenette" featuring a table for two under a bright, sunny window, a Keurig, small fridge, microwave and a hutch stocked with dishes, utensils and glassware. Everything you need for a comfortable and lovely stay.

Throughout the cottage, vintage, repurposed and upcycled materials have been used, making this artistic retreat truly unique, warm and very inviting.

CLEANING. We are committed to the highest standard of cleanliness and disinfecting procedures. Disinfecting solution will be available in the cottage. We have remote check in. The cottage cleaned and maintained by the owner and/or one trusted friend only. We do not use an outside cleaning source. We are confident that our cottage will be a worry free and restful retreat from all that is going on in the world at large.

It is truly an honor to be doing this. We love hosting people and hope you have a great stay!

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Amenities

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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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
READ THE RENTAL AGREEMENT BEFORE BOOKING. Your reservation is not complete without sending a picture of a photo ID. Please text it to xxx-xxx-xxxx

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Spicewood

Located on a lake, this cottage is in Edgewater Beach, a neighbourhood in Spicewood. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Travis and Lake Austin. Volente Beach Water Park and JumpStreet are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.
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Spicewood, TX

What's nearby

  • Lake Travis - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Pace Bend Park - 22 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Hippie Hollow - 42 min drive - 38.0 km
  • Hamilton Pool Preserve - 48 min drive - 31.3 km
  • Volente Beach Water Park - 57 min drive - 50.7 km

Getting around

  • Austin Station - 42 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lighthouse Restaurant & Lounge - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bunker Bar & Grill - ‬71 min drive
  • ‪Captain Pete's Boathouse - ‬80 min drive
  • ‪The Island Bar & Grill - ‬77 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Lago - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Truly unique, one-of-kind, Artsy & Luxurious! Lake Travis retreat for two! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Truly unique, one-of-kind, Artsy & Luxurious! Lake Travis retreat for two!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Truly unique, one-of-kind, Artsy & Luxurious! Lake Travis retreat for two!?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Truly unique, one-of-kind, Artsy & Luxurious! Lake Travis retreat for two! located?

Located in Edgewater Beach, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Colorado River and Lake Travis. Pedernales Country Club and Pace Bend Park are also within 12 miles (20 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. 73 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 77 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joseph M.

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

Cozy

Great place to stay ! Looking forward to bookings again soon. It has everything you need for a weekend stay, highly recommended. Thanks Beth and Gary
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda S.

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

Around the corner

The cleanliness of the cottage was supreme. There were cut flowers in the bedroom and bathroom. The place is absolutely adorable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry J.

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

Quiet and serene

This cottage was just right for me to unwind and disconnect. The owners went out of their way to provide everything I needed for my 3 day stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah D.

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

Secluded location

Clean property and in a quiet area with deer and beautiful birds. Bed was comfortable and the property was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ajit J.

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

Wonderful cottage

It's a lovely cottage just as listed!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terri W.

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

Wedding

This was a perfect place for overflow of our large family. My husband and I were able to slip away into a quiet retrest.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antonio C.

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

5/5!

its the perfect getaway home away from home! the scenery, nature, comfort, detail of the cottage, distance between the city and country, best of both worlds. ALL perfect, definitely deserves a repeat visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Nina G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
The cottage itself was as described. Spotless! Adorable!! We were expecting to leave the cottage and go straight down to the lake as we requested a lake view not a lake accessible stay. One main factor that had us leaving 3 hours after our arrival was it appeared to have been just mowed and we tracked grass burrs ( stickers) in the cottage and on our shoes every step and consequently in our vehicle. We drove 5 hours to get there, Stayed 3 hours and drove back 5 hours to our home and arrived at 1:30 AM. Exhausted. I’m disappointed to say we wasted our money and safety and cannot fault the “appearance” of the cottage with the exception of a yard full of stickers. That part was very miserable as we had to use needle nose pliers to pull them out of our shoes and car floor. I’m sorry but this is the situation as it was.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele L.

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

Great for relaxation!

The cottage was very cute. I had a relaxing visit and will definitely go back. It was the perfect get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brandon U.

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

So peaceful!

The area is beautiful with many birds and deer for your viewing pleasure. There is plenty to do in the area after a short scenic drive through the hills. It was a very peaceful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Naomi H.

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

Great experience

I was skeptical to stay in someone’s backyard but the property is quiet, private and offered a very nice weekend getaway. Beth was very informative and helpful and the tiny house had a lot of amenities and was super cute. My husband and I will definitely be returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ranbir S.

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

Nice relaxing weekend

My wife and I had a wonderful time staying at the Aloha cottage. Everything we needed was provided for. The bed was very comfortable and my wife enjoyed the bathtub. Would definitely visit again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

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

Heavenly!

This sweet cottage was one of my favorite VRBOs so far! Surrounded by the beauty of nature, the area felt like its own sacred space created for the enjoyment for whoever was fortunate enough to happen upon it. The cottage was equipped with everything needed for a getaway - and there were so many nice touches included. I cannot say enough wonderful things about this place - I will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Perfect hideaway

I am still wowed by the warmth, welcome, charm, and nurturing nature of the Aloha Cottage. It was exactly what i needed after long days of training. I cant wait to create a reason to come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah C.

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

Beautiful home and view

The home was beautiful! The decoration, the natural lighting, the bathtub, all of it! I like where it was located and the smaller restaurants around it were all good! The hosts were wonderful and easy to deal with! 10/10 would come back again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula R.

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

Perfect get away!!

Husband and I found the perfect little cottage to get away from the city! Thank you Beth for the warm hospitality. Beth did not disappoint on every little detail in the aloha cottage. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele L.

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

Perfect Getaway

This is a perfect cottage for 1 or 2. You have access to Lake Travis. The owners go above and beyond to make the cottage enjoyable for your stay. I have personally stayed here three times and will go back again. There are many sites around to visit. Plenty of deer casually walking about and birds to see from your cottage window. I highly recommend this sweet cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Veronica B.

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

Peaceful

Everything was available for relaxing, enjoyable and peaceful getaway. Walking/ driving distance to beautiful lake view also Beth & Gary have great suggestions of restaurants and places to go. The place was cozy and beautifully decorated with books, plants and essential oils for a relaxing bath. If you love waking up to bird watching and being visited by a couple of friendly hens, this is the place to be. 🥰
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Malia N.

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

Vrbo perfection!!

Great bed and bedding. Complete privacy. Connect with nature. Relax and unwind. Experienced and kind hosts. I have stayed at Vrbo locations nationwide. This is a GOOD one. The kind you will brag about to your friends. Aloha spirit abounds.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

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

Retirement Location Journey

Perfect getaway location for two! Quiet setting in the hills outside of Austin. Warm, friendly and inviting host who took care of all our needs during our stay. Fresh flowers upon arrival and great tasting water, or other beverages according to your liking. Cozy cabin with a gorgeous bathroom complete with a beautiful clawfoot tub and walk in shower including all the right ingredients for a spa like feel. We took walks in the neighborhood and could easily drive to the grocery store or a restaurant. Beth provided a great list of places to eat and nearby things to do. Be certain to take advantage of all the small towns in the area and beautiful drives in the hill country. You will feel most welcome during your stay, enjoy!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leighann J.

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

Nature haven

Loved the cottage. Small and quaint but all you need for a little getaway. Tucked up in the hills away from it all but only 20 minutes from dining locations. My favorite part was the outdoor patio nicely decorated with plants and bird feeders. The area was a constant buzz of birds and wildlife. Deer grazed across the way and could be easily seen from the patio. Squirrels snacked on the seeds. A little fox visited and foraged underneath oblivious for a while of my presence. I could sit and watch the wildlife for hours!! The owners were very good at communicating and answering my questions. They had very good recommendations to restaurants which we visited.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis E.

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

A cozy getaway.

Beth and Gary's cottage is clean, cozy, and comfortable. It is nicely decorated and has just about everything you'll need, except the kitchen sink. :) It features a huge bathroom with a nice sized shower and claw foot bathtub. We really enjoyed our quiet weekend in Spicewood. Thanks Wilsons!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

E C., Hawley, TX

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

Great Stat

We loved every minute.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebeca L.

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

Wonderful Experience

My partner and I stayed here a weekend and we had such an amazing time! The cabin was beautiful and so neatly kept. I especially loved the bath tub! The best part about it was how close we were to the lake. If you live in a big city (like i do) and are looking to get away for a weekend, I definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

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Hosted by Gary and Beth Wilson

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