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Reviews of 2 family WATERFRONT ! Excellent Location-Close to grocery/restaurants


Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 54 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Vacation
The rental was a great set-up for our family, had plenty of space and comforts for all, was clean, had everything we needed. The location was great for stores, restaurants and some great hikes. Rental had great access to the lake and a private dock with roof so not even the rain could spoil our fishing. If our family go to Lake Travis again this VRBO will be the first one we will check for availability, so glad we found it.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great outdoor space
We had a great stay here for Labor Day weekend. Beautiful property and we loved the outdoor space!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kian G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Memorial Day weekend stay
We had a wonderful stay over the Memorial Day holiday weekend with two adults, three kids (13,11,4) and two big dogs. The house is like two apartments in one - one downstairs and one downstairs. Jenelle, the host, was amazing - we had a welcome package with chips and salsa, snacks, drinks - a special note for us on the chalk board and she had already anticipated the life jackets we would need. The house has a large, expansive balcony with BBQ grill and seating, and gates to keep the dogs enclosed. House is unique in that it has its own "beach" area, unlike other houses on the lake that are on steep cliffs. We rented a boat and went on a guided fishing trip, and both were able to just pick us up in our cove. Even with the lake pretty low these days, adults and kids had lots of fun on the water, kayaking, jumping on the splash pad, fishing, etc! Will definitely consider staying there again if we head up for a lake weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Great location and relaxing quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marsha T., Spring

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring Break on the Lake
Surpassed expectations. Welcome sna ks and music on the patio were very nice touch. Enjoyed paddling around the lake and lounging on the patio. Area parks and restaurants were fabulous as well. Picky about beds and those were perfect as well. Favorite location so far. Hope to be back soon. Didn't think we were gonna get our dog back in the car to go home.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M., Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday weekend
We had a wonderful weekend. We went hiking at Pedernales and McKinney state park. We also enjoyed a day at the Capitol. I have 2 dogs. They loved it all!!! There is so much space for them to run around outside. Jenelle was also sweet enough to leave some goodies for us for my birthday. We hope to be back in the future. Definitely recommend her home.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Lake House
This was the perfect location to stay on the lake and a very safe neighborhood. The outdoor patio was our favorite part of this rental. The owner has a Jenga set there that we all enjoyed playing! Jenelle provides a guide book that is very helpful. The view was also amazing and how the house is two separate apartments was perfect to bring along friends or kids. We will definitely be back in near future!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

1La a.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a great view & back patio setup!
The lakeshack is a great casual staycation spot! The convenience of everything for the outdoor space makes it very comfortable and not missing out on a great view & walk to the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
Perfect place to spend time on the water. If you have dogs and want somewhere you can walk right into the water, this is your spot. The lily pad is amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rick C., Tyler TX 75703

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun and relaxing
All went well. Great location?
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Allyson W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A nice stay
Had a lovely stay - really enjoyed the location on the lake and the outdoor patio space.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
We were in town for Thanksgiving and a Baptism and ranged in age from 86 to college senior. The downstairs was extremely convenient and charming for my elderly and mobility challenged Mother. Upstairs very nice and deck was spectacular. The two small dogs loved the large fenced yards. The owner also was accommodating and had things set up for us to enjoy our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen F., Fallon Nevada

Liked: Cleanliness
“Fall”inn for Texas
Wonderful weekend. Patio and outside area was so comfortable. Loved the tv for music! Arrived after a storm so rather muddy and dirty outside. Downstairs unit definitely smelled like it had hosted pets.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

4/10 Poor

Norma N.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Disappointed
The grass was overgrown, patio and furniture was not clean. There was a bug found twice in the bed downstairs. The only bathroom in the upstairs suite was next to the kitchen. The rooms were very small and no closet space in the master bedroom. Not enough utensils and found ants roaming in the kitchen.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake stay
Great place for travelers with a dog. We rented both upstairs and downstairs and having both worked well for us. Close to Lakeway Marina if you want to rent a boat. About 15 minutes to the grocery store although there is.a small market closer. Visited a winery in Spicewood and ate bbq at Opies. Great weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michell G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location and property was exceptional
My daughter and I had a lovely time at this property. Pictures don’t do it justice. The backyard lounging area is like heaven on earth. The house was clean and owners provide a lot of amenities I didn’t expect. I will definitely be staying at this property again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tammy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely wonderful
Absolutely wonderful birthday get away. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ruby O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic!
This was a fun mini vacation for my friend and our 2 dogs. Outdoor spaces were fantastic! 3 separate fenced in areas to keep our dogs safe with large area for them to chase each other and play. Lake was just steps away and it was fun hanging out on the dock. They provide life jackets, inner tubes, kayaks, and the lily pad!! Pictures don’t do it justice!! Inside spaces were great too but outside was the place to be! Shady areas, lots of comfy seating. I’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Arianne F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Don’t hesitate and book NOW!
Most unique property, amazing location, and superb host! Can’t say enough great things about our experience. Fun lake toys, excellent outdoor space, attention to detail by our host. So many fun things to do here and had everything we could have asked for in a lake experience. Jenelle recommended a great boat charter as well and it completely upgraded our weekend from a 10 to a 20! Wouldn’t think twice about booking again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charla M.

Liked: Cleanliness
So worth the drive!!!
We stayed with our 3 teens and young adult son! Every little detail was amazing and we felt so welcome! She even had treat bags for our puppers! The outdoor space was perfect! The water was so beautiful! My husband and I loved our downstairs retreat while the kids were upstairs! We all decided this is our annual trip every summer from now on! We rented a boat from Lakeway marina it was a great addition to our trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicole L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place to hang with the family
We took full advantage of the outside area and kayaks. Highly recommend a sunrise kayak ride. Janelle was super helpful in planning our stay. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Desiree A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing getaway!
Loved the patio and outdoor kitchen! The home was immaculate! We enjoyed kayaking and fishing off the deck! Will definitely be back!

8/10 Good

Blanca R.

Great communication with property owner!
Overall we enjoyed our stay at this property. The inside was very clean and organized. Plenty of water activities for the kids. The property is super pet friendly and our fur babies enjoyed being able to play in the gated backyard. A few things did strike us immediately as inaccurate. The water level in the pictures is not as high as portrayed. We had to walk a distance to get down to water level. Also the freeze must have done a number on the palm trees as they were no longer green and tropical. :( The outdoor patio area could have used a quick clean before we arrived. It was quite filthy and we had to clean ourselves. We also had a slight plumbing issue with the shower downstairs but the homeowner was quick to respond. Overall this was a good stay considering the rainy weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2021
Thank you for the review! We note in our listing description that the lake level varies as well as include some photos with the lake level height, however we will try and make this clearer and update our photos more often. The property is lucky to be gently sloping and not 100ft+ cliffs like most of lake travis, so when the water does go down the yard just gets larger. We do have some beautiful trees that shade the patio and the cleaning ladies do blow and wipe the patio countertops under the pavilion before every arrival. We are sorry you may have found it sub par as weather and wind the day of arrival can influence the amount of constant tree droppings.

10/10 Excellent

Diane S., The Woodlands, tx

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and property - will come again!
This was perfect for our teenage kids to have some independence and us some quiet time. Perfectly stocked home and so clean. Janelle was very good at communication. Look forward to coming again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beyond Expectations
The property is one of a kind, our family enjoyed every aspect of the home and location. We were looking for a property that would allow us to spend quality time together outdoors. This property offered multiple spaces outside to relax and be active, we enjoyed the space so much we ended up staying in and cooking each dinner there at the home. Additionally, Jenelle checked in with us often to make sure we had what we needed and everything with the property was OK. Overall it was a great experience, beyond our expectations. We will definitely look to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H., Austin Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful patio sealed the deal!
Property was clean and well-stocked. Check-in and out directions were clear and concise. This was a working vacation so much time was spent out on the patio with laptop in hand. The wifi worked flawlessly even during video conferencing and being outdoors was a nice change of pace. When night came lighting the tiki torches and making a drink to relax on the couch was a much needed escape. We used the grill to cook dinner and the outdoor bar to make drinks. Perfect!

10/10 Excellent

Allison H., Corpus Christi, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway with a lifelong couple friend to boat on the lake and watch the Longhorns play footb
It was a perfect setup for 2 couples
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Holly D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Couldn’t ask for more.
This place is absolutely amazing. I am almost never impressed or surprised but this place is incredible. The house was very clean, great beds, outdoor space was so fun. The proximity to the lake is why you book this place and we spent most of our time on the private dock. The fenced in large backyard was perfect for our dogs. The house itself is very interesting as well. Kitchen was well appointed and has everything you need. My wife and I also really appreciated the welcome drinks. The pineapple motif is very cute and really makes you feel like you’re on vacation. We can’t wait to come back! (We even tried to extend our stay for one more day but it was booked) thank you Jenelle!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Denise (goes by Corinne) M., Austin, Texas USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice lake get away
Clean place with an awesome outside entertainment space. We enjoyed bringing our dogs and inviting the extended family for some time on the lake and then a cookout. Really enjoyed the kayaks and the floatation toys. Indoor space is tight but comfortable and updated.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carly G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Great house and property. Not ideal for families with young kids but definitely great for two couples or family with older kids who can stay solo. House is essentially two 1-bedroom apartments on top of each other. House was very clean. Outdoor space was the highlight. It's wonderful!! Great view!!! Water level was e very low during our stay so we didn't get to enjoy the lake as we had hoped to. But beautiful neighborhood and great house!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Lake Getaway!!
This was the perfect vacation for our family. Me, my husband and our two dogs. We rented the first floor and had plenty of space. There are lake views from inside and there are two fenced in areas for the dogs to play in. There is a great covered dock to swim off of. We spent all day there. The water was clear and cool and couldn’t have been nicer. We enjoyed our stay and would love to go back but unfortunately the listing is now for the whole house only. This makes sense though because I could see it being a little uncomfortable if another family was renting the upstairs. That wasn’t an issue when we were there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Galina T.

Liked: Cleanliness
March 2020 staycation
The pictures to this place don’t do justice. We had a place on our little getaway! Location was perfect and the owner was very easy to communicate with and very helpful with what we needed. She even order us a charger plug and had it delivered next day bc we forgot ours. When we arrived it had music playing and we felt right at home. Very cute decorations around the place. The owner even had doggy toys and treats and bowls for our furry pups! Had a full size washer and dryer which was a big plus! Also, the owner provided shampoo and conditioner and soap. There is a great dog friendly park in the neighborhood with great views of lake Travis. We were very happy with the stay and refundable deposit that we got back :) will return again! :)
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cathy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and Comfortable
Great location and view from inside and out. Very high thread count sheets were so comfy and all amenities exceeded expectations. Perfect set up for dogs. Very relaxing stay at the lake.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tracy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Getaway
What a relaxing spot right on the lake, just as advertised. We’ll absolutely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pictures don't do justice to how perfect this place is.
The property was great, from the location, the rooms and the access to the water. Jenelle has thought of everything you could possibly need, even had dog toys. I highly recommend this property. Also, Jenelle was quick on responses to questions and even sent info for an event going on. Great place, great communication from owner and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
We had a very nice stay. The unit has a great porch area with very nice views. It also has easy, direct access to the water. The property manager was extremely responsive throughout.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jeff E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Trip
Location is great. Everything was easy and ver comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

jodi y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to get away
Wonderful place to stay. Calling the place a 'lake shack' is a understatement at best. Nicest 'shack' I've ever stayed in! Very peaceful. Super clean. Really nice area. You can even get gourmet pizza delivered. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

BILL S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We really enjoyed our stay!
Everything was great for our vacation. Property was very neat and clean. We had everything we needed. They provided plenty of wash cloths and hand and bath towels, even beach towels! The outside areas are really cool as well. We felt safe at all times and had no issues at all! We really appreciated the little goodies they left too! Thank You again for a great stay!

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
You will want to stay here... :)
Looks out on the water, kayaks/vests at the ready. BBQ and outdoor set up is darling. I first look for clean, then it's all the little extras and how the host responds. Perfect on every count. Beautiful washer and dryer, soft beds and great sheets and blankets, high functioning AC---an important requirement if you are staying 8 days! A++ . highest rating.

10/10 Excellent

HARRAL J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall great stay
Property was easy to find and in a good location. Check in was easy and convenient. Neighborhood was nice and had lots of deer out every evening which was a nice sight on the drive in every evening.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

2/10 Terrible

TOM w.

Beach no able to use
Beach had trash in it ,beer cans etc. People up stairs party and loud. Not relaxing at all so we left 2 days early but still had to pay for it
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar 2020
We are very sorry you did not enjoy your experience and our property was not to your liking. We work hard to ensure that the property—including the interior and beach—is clean before every guest’s arrival and that our guests have a great experience during their stay, as reflected in our other reviews.

10/10 Excellent

Andres L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
We loved the privacy and the proximity swimming, parks and walking trails. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jane H., Fort Worth, Tx USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful getaway.
Janelle was so helpful. It is a wonderful setup for pets. Beautiful view of lake and only steps away. Great location.

10/10 Excellent

Steffanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful, peaceful getaway!
Close to water, private, great management, our dogs and we loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L., North Richland Hills

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular water front location !!!
The lake shack was a perfect vacation for me and my companion!!!! The property was well kept, the unit was immaculate, beautifully decorated, and even had private beach access as shown online. All amenities are provided in order to make you feel right at home . Though the pictures depict a lot of the shacks beauty, it is impossible to visualize the full experience until you have experienced it yourself. This place was above and beyond all of our expectations and we will certainly be back! Take advantage of this place, you won’t regret it! Definitely highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Lake Getaway!
We spent the weekend at The Lake Shack. We had so much fun. It is the perfect location, right on the water. The views of Lake Travis are amazing! You're just steps from your own private little beach area. We spent lots of time hanging out in the water. They also had two kayaks to use. The house was great too. Plenty of room for 4 people and they had everything you need. If you are visiting from out of town, it is really close to all that Austin has to offer. We will definitely be staying here again. I highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent!
We had a great time. Pictures are accurate and personal touches were amazing. Definetly will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Micah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible weekend getaway in a perfect location!
Wow! This place was amazing! From the waterfront access to Lake Travis, to the beautifully decorated and accommodated unit, we could not have been happier with our selection. Jenelle and Julie were prompt and thorough with all communication from check-in to check-out and we will definitely come back in the future! Thank you for everything, Julie and Jenelle!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Melinda F.

Overall great experience.
Great outdoor patio area. Gas for the grill was empty, which was a little disappointing. The location is good and pet friendly. Lake access is good.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar 2020
There was gas in the grill guest did not know to turn on gas tank underneath. We have since put instructions in our packet to avoid confusion. Thank you for your kind review we are sorry for the lack of instructions on our part!