Luxury Lake Travis Waterfront River Retreat: Heated pool, yard, pool table

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5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12371.6 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub
Parking available
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Kitchen

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Spicewood, TX

Krause Springs
‪12 min drive‬
Milton Reimers Ranch Park
‪23 min drive‬
Hamilton Pool Preserve
‪24 min drive‬
Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

Downstairs guest

1 Double Bed

Master

1 King Bed

up living

1 Double Futon

4 bathrooms

Bath 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bath 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Guest

Toilet · Shower only

Master

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

WEEKLY DISCOUNTS, BOAT RENTAL: Luxury retreat with relaxing pool! 5 bedroom, 4 bath entire Luxury estate home on 3 acres with private gate. Backyard Pool (optional to heat) & hot tub, private boat dock on Lake Travis (Pedernales river arm). Two living areas, (downstairs living w/ 60" TV, upstairs game room w/ 60" TV), pool table or ping pong. 2 covered patios (upstairs and downstairs). Full gourmet kitchen with double convection oven, convection microwave, dishwasher, and built in 48" refrigerator, plus small appliances (kitchen Aid mixer, Vitamix blender, toaster, moccamaster drip coffee maker & Keurig) . Firepit overlooking beautiful Lake Travis River. Dining seats 10, breakfast area overlooking pool seats 4-6, plus the kitchen bar area seats 4. Each bedroom has a private bath with the exception of pool bath sharing with downstairs guest room. Master & 1 guest room downstairs. Gym on upstairs open air patio. We have bedroom closets locked but each room has a wardrobe for hanging clothes + dressers. Gas grill, road to the lake (can rent golf cart or walk, it's a 100yrds downhill, just steep). Lake fun includes Paddle boards & a kayak on the dock. You may bring your own boat (22frt or less) or rent from a local marina or check our ATX Boat Charters on facebook. (I can provide information for boat rentals if needed)

Pool heated upon arrival for an additional $75-150/night.....many great adventures around including:
Parks, Springs, Wineries, Breweries, Distilleries, Icehouse, BBQ, Pizza, Steakhouse, Beautiful Sunsets!!!!Next door to Apis & Sorelina Restaurants, across the street from a convenience store, just a coupe miles to the famous Poodies Roadhouse, Angels Icehouse and several other fabulous restaurants......

Property manager

Joy Shumate

Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Has locks on back doors to pool

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Jumping from anything other than pool deck is prohibited strictly

Garage is for owner use only. Most closets are locked out but each room has its own dresser and a wardrobe for hanging clothes.

No food or drinks in bedrooms. Please clean any spills on the floor immediately.

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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

About the area

Spicewood

Located in Paleface Park, a neighbourhood in Spicewood, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Pedernales Country Club and Krause Springs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Travis and Lake Austin. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.

Spicewood, TX

What's nearby

Lake Travis - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
Pace Bend Park - 7 min drive - 7.4 km
Krause Springs - 12 min drive - 14.9 km
Milton Reimers Ranch Park - 23 min drive - 15.6 km
Hamilton Pool Preserve - 24 min drive - 15.9 km

Getting around

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

‪Lakeway Resort and Spa - ‬18 min drive
‪The Lighthouse Restaurant & Lounge - ‬5 min drive
‪J5 Steakhouse - ‬3 min drive
‪Angels Icehouse - ‬4 min drive
‪Frontyard Brewing - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury Lake Travis Waterfront River Retreat: Heated pool, yard, pool table have a pool?

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

Is Luxury Lake Travis Waterfront River Retreat: Heated pool, yard, pool table pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Luxury Lake Travis Waterfront River Retreat: Heated pool, yard, pool table?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Lake Travis Waterfront River Retreat: Heated pool, yard, pool table?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Lake Travis Waterfront River Retreat: Heated pool, yard, pool table located?

This family-friendly Spicewood holiday home is located on the waterfront, 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Pedernales Country Club, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake Travis and Pace Bend Park. Krause Springs and Milton Reimers Ranch Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Carmella D.

30 Mar 2025

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

Great Hill Country Getaway!

We stayed as a large group for a college reunion and 30th birthday trip. The space was perfect for our needs and so relaxing! The hosts had clear explanations of how to use anything in the house. Plenty of parking in the driveway, private space. Great amenities, good kitchen equipment, and washer/dryer. A large group will need to be okay sharing space--it was comfortable for our group of 10 adults, but more would've been cramped. The farmer's market next door was wonderful, and it was close to wineries, county parks, grocery, and restaurants if you have a car. Uber is readily available, but I would recommend having a car. The water access is limited due to low water levels and a very steep climb, but we didn't end up using it anyway because the pool was exactly what we needed :)

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie M.

17 Mar 2025

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

Perfect Getaway

This home was perfect for our quick family getaway. Our group included 3 generations and there was something for everyone. The kids enjoyed the pool and game room while the adults enjoyed the home and scenic views while the kids were occupied. We also enjoyed the local distillery and local winery. We hope to visit again!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Heba D.

22 Dec 2024

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rossette F.

6 Aug 2024

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

Great family memories

Very well stocked and exceptionally clean property! We had a mini family reunion and enjoyed the area and all the property had to offer. Joy answered all questions immediately and a pleasure to work with. AC worked great, even in the August heat!m…pool was great!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley D.

16 June 2024

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

Family reunion

Beautiful home! Host was very easy to work with! We had so much fun here last year we returned again this year!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica L B.

9 June 2024

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

Weekend getaway

We had a wonderful stay!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Theresa O.

30 May 2024

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

Wouldn’t go back

Maybe some people on the listings have different expectations of cleanliness, but to me the property did not seem clean. Most definitely would not describe this listing as luxury as we have stayed in so many luxury properties. If you’re looking to stay somewhere with tons of very personal touches, this property may be for you but for me, I preferably do not like all the clutter. We specifically booked this property for two evenings to be able to enjoy the water as it is listed as a waterfront property. To our disappointment there no water as the lake has dried up in that area And it is quite a mess down near the dock Not easily accessible. We ended up leaving the first night because it just did not fit our expectations and ended up paying for a night that we did not stay. When I did let them know about the water level And our dissatisfaction the response I received was that they charge twice the price when water level is up. Also, when I mentioned that the property was not as clean as we expected, the host suggested that she come over there and I show her what I did not like . Well, I understand this is a gesture of good faith This is not the confrontation I was looking for on vacation. In order for this listing to be accurate, I feel like they should make some updates to their description in order to prevent another issue like we had

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marguerite R.

10 Apr 2024

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

Eclipse

The house is lovely. We had a fantastic time staying there. It was a great place to hang out with family and friends, and enjoy the pool and back yard and wait for the eclipse. A great vacation.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

8 Jan 2024

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

Absolutely stunning house

Stunning property, kept in immaculate shape and spotless. Had an awesome Christmas with the family here

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly K.

3 Aug 2023

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

Weekend Getaway

We loved our stay in Spicewood! The property is very large with plenty of room to play. Bedrooms & bathrooms were very spacious and the bed linens provided were comfortable (everyone commented on this!). The backyard and pool were amazing as well but at the time we were there, the lake/river where this house sits was dried up so we we not able to enjoy the lake activities as we’d hoped.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley D.

4 June 2023

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

Family reunion

Great weekend with family at this beautiful house! Fun in the sun!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marney C.

27 Dec 2022

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

A very Merry Christmas for all of us!

Top notch! Joy was so sweet to make sure my family had a Merry Christmas complete with a tree and decorations! We had a fantastic time!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cameron C.

8 Oct 2022

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

Wonderful time

We had a great experience. Everything was provided to let us have a wonderful family reunion.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan P., argyle, tx

8 July 2022

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

Incredible house

Best equipped house we have ever booked - and we VRBO quite frequently. We cooked all of our meals there and they have literally everything. Amazing pool. Great layout. Serious downhill trek down to the water, which was shockingly low because our lack of rain. But, we loved, loved, loved this property. Highly recommend.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amado V.

2 July 2022

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

Relaxing Getaway

This property was very nice! Very relaxing! The property owner is very responsive to messages, she is very helpful with any questions. We didn’t have to leave the house, everything we needed was there. Highly recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christen L.

18 May 2022

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

Wonderful

We had the best time. The house and pool were great!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B., FRISCO

2 May 2022

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

Amazing property

The location and view was phenomenal. The house was perfect for our group of ladies. We only left the house to go to a spa because the house was just so beautiful to be at. Would definitely go back!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tish C.

20 Apr 2022

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

Wonderful

Nice relaxing place.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erica D.

14 Apr 2022

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

Lovely weekend

The property is exactly as nice as advertised, and impeccably clean. Joy was very responsive and went out of her way to accommodate our requests (such as an earlier check in). Highly recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

H E.

4 Apr 2022

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

Excellent family vacation

First off the owner is the best I have ever felt with you are not clueless on any thing about the home . Joy has everything you need to know to operate home in finest detail. This home is also the cleanest we have ever stayed not to mention absolutely beautiful !!! There are not enough words to describe the greatness and location of this home. I trave a lot and I put this rental to be the number one because of the owner !!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Effie D.

3 Jan 2022

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

Family Holiday Get Away

Awesome experience. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alice R.

26 Dec 2021

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

Family holiday together

Property is wonderful for outside fun—fishing, swimming, fire pit. Plenty of inside room—pool table is a big plus—with lovely accoutrements and amazingly stocked kitchen. After many VRBO rentals, think the most unique, and favorable, element of this property is the responsiveness of owner/manager who is unusually willing to help make the stay amazing. Thanks!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vivian L.

29 Oct 2021

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

Beautiful property and amazing hosts!

Joy was an absolute pleasure to communicate with! She was always ensuring everything was working and up to par, and would send very detailed instructions via text if needed. Instructions and labels all over the property helped immensely with various workings of the house and pool/hot tub. The pool and hot tub were amazing and everything you would need was all available and present! The area is a 30 minute drive from downtown Austin so you would definitely need a car to get around, but we spent a lot of our time enjoying the pool and the home so it was perfect for our needs! Thank you for a great stay!!

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

7 Aug 2021

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

Wonderful home

Joy was great to work with. The home was stunning. The pool and hot tub were perfect. I appreciated that everything was clearly labeled (lights, washing machine, etc). Would definitely stay again!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

26 July 2021

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

Fantastic Stay

We had a fantastic stay! Just me, my spouse, and two kids. Ms Joy was very responsive and helpful. The house was incredible. Fun little details everywhere. Outdoor areas great. Location was very convenient. We got everything that was promised. Only comment, and I by no means intend this as a negative, but just beware that it is a very steep trail to and from the lake.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Joy Shumate

We built this home in 2001 to accommodate our growing family of 6. We have raised our children and made many wonderful memories in this home, pool, and on the beautiful Lake Travis. We now have the kids in college and are enjoying moving around a bit to visit the kids all over. We undated our home to accommodate the contemporary designs and share our slice of heaven.

Why they chose this property

Beautiful getaway in Spicewood, not too far from Austin, on the water yet close to entertainment and food. Lots to do: paddle board, kayak, boat rental, wineries, breweries, distilleries, live music, Hamilton pool, Krause Springs, Enchanted Rock, Pace Bend Park, Muleshow Bend State Park, Shop at the Galleria, movie theatre

What makes this property unique

This home is very comfortable with easy access to the lake, nice restaurant's, Parks, bars, music, wineries, canopy tours, shopping, & a movie theatre. Has a private pool and hot tub. Two story home with master and second bedroom on the main level. Upstairs is the Gameroom with TV, pool table/ping pong, & 3 bedrooms, 2 baths & an outdoor gym. We have security cameras on the front driveway and back driveway for safety to renter and owner. Fully gated with a courtyard complete walled around the house.

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Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 5

Downstairs guest

Master

up living

4 bathrooms

Bath 3

Bath 4

Guest

Master

Spaces

About this property