Sunset Cliff Retreat-Peaceful Lakefront on Lake Buchanan
Magnificent panoramic lake views from the large windows surrounding the home! Lake views from every room. Please keep in mind water at our dock fluctuates with different weather conditions. Lake levels are out of our control, currently our lake is FULL. There are parks, caverns, and areas very close by to enjoy your stay at the lake. Plus, you’ll have beautiful views that will be there.
This gorgeous, modern remodeled 2,500 sq. ft.4 bed, 3 bath home is located on Lake Buchanan and boasts beautiful views of the lake from every room. It's the perfect getaway for your family, anyone who likes to fish, go boating, kayaking, or even if you just want a little peace and quiet getaway. Follow the beautiful walkway (made from rocks mined in our yard and locally) in our backyard to access the lake. Maybe you'd prefer hanging out under any of our large oak trees on the property. Where ever you choose to be, you're sure to enjoy your stay. Closeby, you'll find venues, trails, Spider Mountain, and other attractions.
When you go inside you will be captivated by views of the lake. Follow the bamboo floors through the main floor area to find a full size guest bathroom, large living room and open concept kitchen. Great areas for entertaining guests and a kitchen with pots, pans, utensils, and much more. Everything you'll need to cook a nice meal. You will also find the large master bedroom with views of the lake and a comfy king bed in the master. It has a connecting private bathroom that reminds us of going to the spa. With its beautiful atmosphere you're sure to feel right at home! It has a large soaking tub, shower, and separated sinks. We have a washer and dryer available for your use on the main level. When you're done eating inside and want to take in the fresh air, walk out on our large patio deck where you can watch the sun rise or even sunset, so relaxing.
Walk upstairs to find 2 more bedrooms and 1 bathroom. The bathroom has a bathtub/ shower combo and 2 sinks. The first bedroom is great for your guests. It has a full size bed and bunk beds, too. You'll find beautiful views of the lake from the windows. The second bedroom has 1 queen size bed and 2 twin beds with gorgeous views of the lake. Can you imagine waking up and looking out the window to see the water? It's marvelous!
Walk downstairs from the main floor and find the 4th bedroom with a daybed trundle and Cabinet queen sleeper, along with a large TV, ping pong/ billiards table. We can accommodate 4 people on the bottom floor also.
2 outdoor porches, plus a flagstone patio to enjoy the outdoors.
- Sleeps up to 14 - family -friendly (we have games and DVDs for adults and the kids) a ping pong/ billiards table. - washer/ dryer access for stays over 4+ nights - non-smoking home (you are welcome to smoke out front passed the oak trees or on the lower porch area near the water there is a receptacle for your trash) - pet- free home (no sign of pets or smoking or you will be charged an extra $250 minimum penalty fee for cleaning + other damages- such as but not limited to replacing scratched flooring, pet odor, pet accidents, etc...) - STARLINK Wi-Fi- NOW available and updated - smart tv so you can watch DVDs, Netflix, etc… - outdoor grill- ours is the gas one on the balcony - outdoor seating - public boat ramp just down the road so you can access the water - dock- lake levels can fluctuate: disclaimer: we cannot control lake levels, however, you’ll always have the views and can enjoy kayaking if you choose from our backyard. - we offer the opportunity to rent our kayaks or paddleboard for a small fee. - open parking on the driveway or at the top of the hill - 3 night min. Stay March- October; 4 night min. stays during holidays; 2 night min. stay from November - February except holidays; ask if you have a particular request you'd like us to consider accomodating.
Cleaning fee: $340 (we are cleaning all handles, etc...)
Damage: Upon leaving, if the house is not as you left it, or items are broken or damaged you will be held responsible and financially liable for the damages. Accidents happen, so If there are damages and talk to us about it, we would love to help you work things out and find a way to fix/ replace it:).
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No smoking inside or balcony; designated area only
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
All used Sheets and towels in the laundry room.
There’s a vacuum in the front closet and broom in the pantry for cleaning up floors.
Fans on low, AC set to 77 deg. Clean the grill if you used it, shut all windows.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 4957800
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Burnet
Located in Council Creek South, a neighbourhood in Burnet, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake LBJ and Canyon of the Eagles Nature Park, while Fort Croghan and Highland Lakes Squadron are cultural highlights. Looking to get your feet wet? Power boating, fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
Longhorn Cavern State Park - 24 min drive - 33.6 km
Restaurants
Krab Kingz On The Lake - 47 min drive
Templeton's Tavern - 5 min drive
Shadow & Light - 10 min drive
burnet feed store and bbq - 17 min drive
Paradise Point Marina - 55 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Sunset Cliff Retreat-Peaceful Lakefront on Lake Buchanan pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Sunset Cliff Retreat-Peaceful Lakefront on Lake Buchanan?
As of 17 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunset Cliff Retreat-Peaceful Lakefront on Lake Buchanan on 26 July 2026 start from AU$691, 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.
How much is parking at Sunset Cliff Retreat-Peaceful Lakefront on Lake Buchanan?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sunset Cliff Retreat-Peaceful Lakefront on Lake Buchanan?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sunset Cliff Retreat-Peaceful Lakefront on Lake Buchanan?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Sunset Cliff Retreat-Peaceful Lakefront on Lake Buchanan located?
This family-friendly Burnet holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Buchanan, Colorado River and Spider Mountain Bike Park. Eagle Eye Observatory and Burnet County 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.
This is a wonderful property and you can feel the love the family has for their home. The host was quick to respond and the details of decorating, comfort and customized welcome message made our stay special. Pared with beautiful views and peaceful surrounding, I definitely can recommend this property to anyone looking for a serene retreat. Being less than 20 minutes away from the nearest HEB and the city of Burnett, makes this a perfect balance of relaxation and convenience.
This was our second time to stay at this property. It is a great location with beautiful views. The host went above and beyond to make our stay perfect.
Nicole B.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2025
Hi Nicole,
Just as before you were a joy to host! We love hosting repeats guests and we know you have so many options. Choosing us is truly a blessing! Good news is the water is up, and we’ve added a new option to book our waverunner when it’s available!
This was our second stay at this wonderful location. Once again everyone had an amazing time and we will definitely be going back next summer. Thank you to Heather for everything!
This is a great house on Lake Buchanan, the layout was perfect for us. The house was very clean and the host was very easy to work with and responsive. We will definitely be back to stay again!
Clean, quiet cove, beautiful inside! Enough room for all 8 of us, even in the kitchen when cooking! Beds were comfy, and the water was cool.
Stephanie C.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2023
Thank you Stephanie for leaving us this amazing review! We love that you enjoyed the spaces in the home and everyone felt welcome and included! We appreciate guests like you who share your wonderful experience and you did a wonderful Juno caring for our home. We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you back soon.
Lake house was beautiful!!! Happy to spend time with family while attending a wedding in this spacious Lake House.
Javier Z.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Natasha M.
2 Aug 2018
perfect getaway
We arrived to a beautiful home right on lake Buchanan! The view was amazing and the house was clean and comfortable. More than comfortable it felt like a well cared for home. We'll be back!
Natasha M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2023
Natasha,
Thank you for choosing our home to celebrate your dad's birthday! We are so excited that you all enjoyed your stay and had plenty of room to spread out and make memories. Thank you for taking such good care of the house and property. We really enjoyed having you and welcome you back anytime! You were awesome guests and we truly enjoyed having you all! I feel like we became friends over the phone, too.
Had a group of buddies in the area for a long weekend of activities at RPR. Great house and the location was perfect. The pictures and description are accurate add of Oct 2023. House has a coffee maker, Keurig, and filtered water dispenser.
Kevin R.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Liliana L.
27 July 2018
Great weekend get away spot!
The house is very nice. The master bedroom and bathroom are the perfect size. Definitely the type you need for big groups or families. The view is amazing, specially seeing the sunset. Heather was an awesome host, and she’ll answer your questions promptly. Definitely needed more than one night there.
Liliana L.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2023
Liliana,
We are so glad that your group enjoyed the home. We agree, one night out there feels too short sometimes. We love taking it all in and relaxing with the views, too. We are so happy that you enjoyed your time with us. Thank you for sharing your experience with us and we're so glad that you had a memorable time.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Janice T.
25 Nov 2018
Beautiful home!
We absolutely enjoyed our Thanksgiving weekend at the Sunset Cliff Retreat. Heather made us feel so welcome and went out of her way to make sure we had everything we needed for our stay. There was plenty of room and beds for the 10 of us. The home is beautifully updated with a great kitchen for preparing meals. It is well-stocked with towels, bedding, and all the kitchen necessities. There were games and puzzles available for some fun family time. Great location right on the water. Thanks for a great Thanksgiving weekend!
Janice T.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2023
Janice we enjoyed having you all and meeting your family. Everyone was so sweet. We are so glad you all made such great memories and hope that you all return to make a tradition out of staying with us.
House is very nice. Lots of rules but most easy to follow. Lake is very, very low, but still nice views and area has lots of hills and cliffs and ricks to climb. Sleeps a big group comfortably. Communication easy and prompt. Wifi limited but adequate for light usage and streaming. Enjoyed the local state parks, lots of good exploring and hiking. Limited restaurants but good grocery store in Burnet.
Tania H.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Gloria R.
13 Aug 2018
Unforgettable
I was looking were to celebrate my birthday. Just have a nice gathering with friends. to be honest my birthday celebration was better than expected and planned. Heather was super sweet making sure i had a good time. The house, view and access to the lake is amazing and comfortable. If you want to have a peaceful time or a gathering with friends this is the place. I for sure would never forget this birthday celebration at the sunset cliff.
Gloria R.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2023
Gloria,
Thank you for choosing our home to celebrate your birthday. Your group included great guests who respected our home and house rules, while still having a great time. We are so happy that your birthday was so memorable and we could be a part of it. A birthday filled with friends & you got to be on the lake... I mean what a great time! We're happy to have you anytime. Thank you for staying with us.
The property host was always super responsive and helpful leading up to and during our stay. We loved the house. It is beautiful and has a gorgeous view of the lake that takes your breathe away when you first walk in. The location is perfect too. We spent most of our time floating in the water, a stones throw from the house, or sitting on the back porch chatting. We didn’t turn on a TV the entire stay. We also utilized the proximity of the property to other hill country favorites, hiking up about an hour north to Colorado Bend state park for a morning hike to Gormon Falls and also grabbing BBQ at the famous Coopers BBQ in Llano, tx about 45 minutes west. We definitely hope to be back one day with more kids in tow to enjoy the water!
We stayed at this house with two other families with small children; one family on each floor. The kitchen set up is great as is the location with the living room and balcony. Our families were able to congregate and then go back to our spaces for rest. The balcony easily fit our three families with plenty of space leftover to grill. The roof overhang above the balcony even allowed us to grill in a heavy downpour. The view is fantastic and the rain clouds made for a stunning sunset.
Heather was very responsive and provided very clear instructions for cleaning up when checking out. The property is well managed and pride of ownership shows. We would definitely like to visit again!
Molly B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2023
Thank you so much Molly got your sweet words. We loved having you all and would love to host for you again! We have plenty of space for your group to reconnect and enjoy the lake!
My family and I had the pleasure of renting Heathers home for the month of July. We are a large family of 12 total and there was plenty of space for everyone to crash when they were there. Kitchen is fully stocked with everything you will ever need. I was pleasantly surprised to find a water cooler to be able to use even though we brought tons of water bottles. Beds are comfortable and so are the linens. Internet is horrible so take advantage of her DVD collection and bring some from home. We spent lots of time playing games, swimming in the lake, fishing and watching movies. Communication with host was top notch. Looking forward to staying here again!
Great Location - Some Things Not As Nice As Could Be for 10 Rating
We stayed at this lake house for a weekend with cousins and had a great time overall. The living room was very comfortable for hanging out, and having separate HVAC systems for each floor was a big plus—it kept the house comfortable throughout. The host was responsive and easy to communicate with.That said, there were a few drawbacks. The grill was messy and difficult to use precisely, and there was no speaker setup for music (no Bluetooth or Sonos). WiFi was very slow, which made streaming or working difficult. The downstairs level felt a bit disconnected from the rest of the house, and there was no soap in the showers when we arrived. Kitchen utensils were also pretty limited, which made cooking a little more effort than expected.All in all, it was a good stay with some room for improvement. We'd consider coming back with the right expectations.
Russell K.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2025
Hi Russell,
I’m glad you all enjoyed your stay. We have country WiFi and the only way to get a better signal since we’re on the lake is to remove the two large oak trees in the front yard. We chose to keep the trees and enjoy the hot summer months in the shade. We also added the downstairs area to accommodate more people and beds and create a living room space. We felt this was a good idea in the overall remodel, when we bought it. In the welcome binder it shows the massive overhaul we created and rebuilt the home from the ground up. Before that, it was a large garage and not accessible to guests because there weren’t steps leading down there. This design also gave us the option to have quicker access to the lake, otherwise walking out the front door would’ve been the only option.
We do not typically provide soap, as everyone has different preferences and typically prefer to bring their own (I apologize, I didn’t realize this was a need of yours prior to staying, I would have been responsive in helping you all out if you needed anything). I will discuss the grill not being clean with my cleaning staff, and get that addressed.
Thank you again for staying with us.
This is a beautiful home with an updated style. Love it and can’t say enough about the house. The view and location is amazing and unique. Things you may like or need to know.
We did not have cell service (T-mobile).
Make sure you get the Wi-Fi passcode we were there for 45 minutes before we found the code in the basement room on the box. Not a big deal unless you have no cell service and no way to communicate with anyone.
On the note of the internet it is very slow and we were not able to stream movies without it rebooting every 2 minutes
There is no cable TV so if you are a tv person may need to bring movies
You cannot drink the water but she supplies drinking water
You cannot put toilet paper in the toilet.
We enjoyed our stay and would stay again
angie r.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2023
Thank you for choosing to stay with us and we look forward to having you again. We appreciate your feedback. For future reference, the WIFI isn't advertised because it's dedicated just for our SMART thermostats. We have a satellite internet and it's slow and becomes nonfunctional, especially during storms. We really hope that you consider us again in the future, as the lake is so much fun to create memories with family.
We had a great time. The view was unbeatable. Our group included kids from ages 5-14, and fun was had by all. We will definitely be back.
Mary S.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2023
We feel so blessed that you chose to stay with us! Thank you for the kind words and sharing your memories. Our goal is to make sure that you all are comfortable during your stay and enjoy each other so we aim to make everyone feel welcome! We love hearing that even the children of all ages had a blast! We’d love to have you all back!
Great location, clean, with very responsive owners. This is our second year to book this location and will continue to do so in the future.
William D.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
About the host
Hosted by Heather Ballesteros
Hello guests, family and friends,
I have a husband and 2 beautiful children at home, along with 3 dogs and a cat. We enjoy traveling together and exploring our surroundings and eateries when we travel. We love being on the water and enjoy each other's company.
Why they chose this property
We are offering our home as a short term rental for your enjoyment. We bought this property, and gave it a HUGE overhaul, remodeled it according to the surroundings and wanted to bring the outside in as much as possible. We hope you'll enjoy our design and having a lake view from each of the rooms:). We are directly on the lake and have 2 balconies and an outdoor patio area as well for your enjoyment. Bring your own boat and use our dock (when water is up) or ask us about renting our lake toys. Our family LOVES spending time at Sunset Cliff on Lake Buchanan AND we know you will, too.
What makes this property unique
- Lake VIEWS - Lakeside - On the lake - 4 bed/ 3 bath - multi level balconies/ porches for different angles/ views - fireplace - open living room and kitchen
Languages:
English, Spanish
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