COZY, RIVER-FRONT CABIN, GATED, PRIVATE, ROMANTIC AND UNIQUE

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A wooden deck with a round table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a view of a forested area.
A spacious living room with a white sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs. There is a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a refrigerator.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a dining table with chairs, and a painting on the wall.
A room with a desk, a chair, a bookshelf, and a window with a view of greenery.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel oven, a white refrigerator, and a window with a view of the outside.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Barbecue
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Colorado River

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet
  • Garage parking available

Explore the area

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Austin, TX
  • Place, Sixth Street
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Texas at Austin
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Zilker Park
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Murphy Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Del Valle

Located in Del Valle, this cabin is in the city centre and on a river. 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. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
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Austin, TX

What's nearby

  • South Congress Avenue - 11 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Sixth Street - 15 min drive - 23.9 km
  • University of Texas at Austin - 16 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Moody Center - 17 min drive - 26.1 km
  • Zilker Park - 18 min drive - 29.1 km

Getting around

  • Austin Station - 23 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tacodeli - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪24 Diner - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hut's Hamburgers - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is COZY, RIVER-FRONT CABIN, GATED, PRIVATE, ROMANTIC AND UNIQUE pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at COZY, RIVER-FRONT CABIN, GATED, PRIVATE, ROMANTIC AND UNIQUE?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at COZY, RIVER-FRONT CABIN, GATED, PRIVATE, ROMANTIC AND UNIQUE?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at COZY, RIVER-FRONT CABIN, GATED, PRIVATE, ROMANTIC AND UNIQUE?

Checkout is at 1:30 PM.

Where is COZY, RIVER-FRONT CABIN, GATED, PRIVATE, ROMANTIC AND UNIQUE located?

Located in the heart of Del Valle, this cabin is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Colorado River and within 6 miles (10 km) of HOPE Outdoor Gallery and RADIO/EAST. Sixth Street and University of Texas at Austin are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 134 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 134 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 134 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 134 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 134 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a fantastic place to stay. The price/location was incredible. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2026
Jesse arrived with a party that are fast friends since 3rd grade! They were wonderful guests and had lots of fun besides. We very much enjoyed having them. Book them with every confidence.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property and the host were amazing! Jim was a great host. Peaceful and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2026
Shane, son Keith and daughter Kelsie were first rate guests. You can book them with confidence they'll care for you home same as it was their own.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication
Our host, Jim, was very friendly and easy to work with. The house has a charming rustic feel, with a beautiful balcony overlooking the Colorado River. It’s located on a gated property, which made us feel very safe and provided a peaceful, quiet atmosphere.The amenities were basic but had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. One of our favorite parts was enjoying our morning coffee on the deck while taking in the beautiful river view. Overall, it was a relaxing and enjoyable stay.Thank you for enjoyable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2026
Thank you so much for your REVIEW. I note we fell short of a 5-star, for which we strive very hard and usually get, but it is understandable that we can fail in some unknown, if small, respect. We need to know what that is so we can correct it. Please tell us what that item was and we will correct it immediatley. Thanks!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jim is an excellent host.Nice quaint property close to everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2026
A Guest who does something as thoughtful as replacing a box of Kleenex it may not seem to be such a big deal, but when you've been renting your home since 2018 -- as I have -- and it's the very time a guest has done so in those 8 years, it stands out big time. Thank you Steve and Jennifer and Madison. If you're a host, dont' hesitate to open your home to these travelers; they're good as they get! =)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! We couldn't have asked for a better host. We will definitely return on our next adventure!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 June 2026
Travis' Party was quiet, neat and left the place super clean. Book them with total confidence!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is fantastic. Host could not have been nicer. Just minutes away from COTA. WE will definitely be staying there again.
Back deck.
View from the back deck.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Mar 2026
Mark and Christie arrived tired after a long road trip from Abiline to Austin and were ready to take advantage of the quiet of PennyRiver (on the beautiful Colorado). They were terrific guests and you can open your rental space to them in the confidence they will take perfect care of it. They the kind of folks who always have a smile of their face. Wonderful guests! We look forward to your visit again in the years to come! Jim. =)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, private, gated, over looking the river. Quiet. Will rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2026
Tom and party were great guests. Rent to them with confidence! They left the place as they found it.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Penny River is a little slice of heaven. Really nice place that is close to everything you would want to do in the city but is secluded and makes it feel like you’re out in the country on the river. Just a super comfortable place to stay, and Mr. Jim is a great host, one of those people you’ve felt like you’ve known your whole life. Couldn’t say enough great things about Penny River and Mr. Jim. When we go back to the Austin area, it’s the only place we would stay from this point forward. Thanks again, Mr. Jim, for opening your place to us. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2026
The Smith family was amazing! Wonderfully friendly, very neat and clean and fun to be with. You can feel 100% comfortable booking them!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host was welcoming & super considerate.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Dec 2025
You can feel 100% comfortable booking Mike and Nanacy. They are were awesome guests and left the place perfectly neart and clean!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay. Very quiet and peaceful location. We will return in our next visit to Austin. J
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2025
Jason and his party left the cabin in tip-top shape! They are wonderfully respectful folks. Feel confident booking them for sure!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good stay in Austin

Jim is a nice host, gated property. Good location to many parts of Austin.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2024
Steven and his party of four were especially polite and proper. They were wonderfully respectful of my home and left the cabin clean as a whistle. Feel comfortable in booking this group -- they're terrific!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at Penny River during a race weekend at COTA. Jim has a beautiful home on the banks of the Colorado thet almost makes you forget your in a bustling city like Austin The home is an easy 15 minute drive to COTA, and the airport is even closer. I would definitely recommend staying for a race weekend, or just a getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2025
Caleb and his party of 5 were terrific guests. Book them in a hurry, no second thoughts needed!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Really quiet and peaceful

Really nice property. Setting on the patio at night it was hard to tell that it was like a 10 minute Uber from downtown. Really enjoyable and clean property. Manager is very friendly and enjoyed the stay throughly.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May 2025
Having a fellow Army brother as a guest waqs special. The group was quiet, friendly, very neat and quiet. Rent to them with confidence...they're great guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

State track meet

This place was perfect for us to go watch our school compete at the state track meet!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2025
Keri and her kids were a happy, active bunch. They are a 10 when it comes to rating guests, so rent to them in total confidence. They are terrific in every way.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend away

We were giving a detailed tour of the place. Jim was very communicative and answered our questions. The beds were comfortable. The space was perfect for our group.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Apr 2025
Karina and her party treated the place as if it were their own home. The best guest is the one who arrives with respect and is considerate at all times. Thanks to Karina's party for being such a group.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

We loved it! We would come back if possible.

We were I'm town for a wedding. It was so nice to be close to the airport. Lovely cabin! Great host.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Rochelle and guests were exceptionally thoughtful of the premises and treated the place with respect. I'd have them back in a heartbeat!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Cabin

Wonderful little cabin. Jim was an awesome host.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct 2021
This is a particularly interesting couple, well-traveled, wonderfully educated and great fun. The house was almost new when they got through with it, another 5-star guest. How lucky I've been. Thanks "Suzie" and Calvin.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely property

This property is really lovely and the on-site owner is very responsive and hospitable. it was clean and just as advertised, the deck and garden below was especially relaxing and QUIET.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2021
It was especially wonderful to have this couple's grandkids running around on the grass having fun. So glad you enjoyed yourselves...we were very happy to have such very nice folks!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love this place!

Jim is a wonderful host and is always there to greet you. The home is so charming and is just as described. We’ve stayed here more than once and if we are going to COTA I look early so I can stay with Jim.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2024
Shannon and her party were wonderful guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice hideaway!

We had a very enjoyable stay! The host (Jim) is a super nice guy who made our stay even better. The kitchen was very well stocked, which is important to us as we cook our own meals whenever possible on our trips. It is located very close to COTA so that made it very easy to get to the track and back.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2024
You guys are just one more of the couples I'd like to clone as the only kind allowed to use the cabin! Thanks so much for leaving it spic and span and for being so much fun. I thoroughly enjoyed sharing a glass of wine with you on the deck on what just happened to be a perfect spring day. Come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful place, and amazing host

We had the best time staying at Jim’s riverside house! He was the most attentive and accommodating host I’ve ever had the pleasure to be around, and I’ve been to A LOT of vacation rentals. Don’t hesitate in booking, it was an amazing experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Dec 2022
Suzanna and Buddy were "top drawer" as the saying goes, not to mention great conversationalists and a load of fun. Looking forward to their return visit soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mom/Daughter Getaway

This property was a perfect location for our family time, trip to Waco and proximity to Austin airport. Jim was so extremely accommodating and even drove me to the airport early in the morning. If you are looking to getaway this place is perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2023
Laurie and her mom were a treat, full of fun and energy, wonderfully knowledgable and go-getters! They are easy-going and worth sharing chat time. Host them! You won't be sorry!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Austin get away

The property is in a really nice location convenient to Austin but out of town. Very relaxing to spend mornings sitting on the deck overlooking the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2022
Christy's party was tops. She'd be welcome back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Graduation weekend

We were in town for our daughter's graduation. The location was perfect for us as it was outside of town, but very close to the airport. The backyard view is beautiful, and the host was very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2024
Great folks! Very clean and orderly! Don't hesitate to book them, they're terrific!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Owner

James was a gracious and professional. The view from the balcony was awesome
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2025
Rick and his wonderful wife -- who speaks impeccabloy beautiful Spanish -- were fun and then some. Here's yet another pair of guests you are encouraged to book --- they're terrific.
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