Perched on a bluff overlooking Lake Austin, The Bluff House offers an exclusive retreat. Unwind in one of 7 outdoor gathering areas or relax by the heated swimming pool and outdoor hot tub. With a private dock featuring a fire-pit, water slide, and floating pad, this lakefront haven is perfect for groups and families.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 18344 sq m
Popular amenities
Spa pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Premium Lake Austin Lakeside Bedrooms. 6 Hole Mini Golf Course and Waterfall
The Bluff House on Lake Austin in 2022-23 went through a complete renovation with new floors, windows, cabinets, paint and more. The house sits on a bluff directly above Lake Austin on the deep water side of the lake in an exclusive neighborhood with large living room and dining room that can seats 12.
Amenities:
6 hole mini golf course, fire-pit, diving board, water slide, floating pad, 4 lounge chairs, 6 chairs and table, 2 picknick tables.
Heated Swimming Pool (optional see below) 6 lounge chairs, Screened in porch with large 8k TV, Outdoor Hot tub and cooking grill.
Top Deck - 2 firetop tables with 12 chairs Living Room - Massive 4k TV 11’x6.5’ with 5.1 Denon state of the art surround sound system. 7 couches and "automatic playing" grand piano.
Kitchen - large island with stove, 2 refrigerators, cocktail table with two chairs, three bar stool chairs to island bar and outside seating for two about 30 feet above lake.
Dining Room - 8 seat round table 3-2 seat cocktail tables with large TV
Gym - walking machine and lifting machine
Bedrooms - 3 master bedrooms with own bathroom, two of them with lake view and two bedrooms that share bathroom.
Bedroom 1 - Lake View with private lake side balcony with one Queen Bed and two seat Bella walkin bath tub for 2 people (lot of fun) with shower, TV.
Bedroom 2- Lake View with one King Bed and one Twin Bed with own bathroom with 2- showers/tubs, TV
Bedroom 3 - one King Bed with a couch and one twin over twin bunk bed with bathroom with shower, TV
Bedroom 4 - one Double over Double bunk bed and one Twin over Twin bunk bed share bathroom with tub/shower with Bedroom 5
Bedroom 5 - one Double over Double bunk bed and one Twin over Twin bunk bed share bathroom with tub/shower with Bedroom 4
The Bluff House on Lake Austin has a swimming pool area overlooking Lake Austin with a large dock to swim off of with amenities such as a water slide, a boat slip, diving board, lake play pad to lay on and roped off shallow water area. It is about 20 minutes from downtown Austin. Property is very private with tremendous views up and down the Lake. Property is located by a very large park that has multiple trails for hiking. Great fishing off the dock also.
Average age of group must 25 and over unless approved prior to booking. No more than 6 vehicles parked at or near property at any time. No more than 5 extra daytime guests. OL 039169. Dock may be used by owner or others to get on and off a boat, however all recreational uses of the dock is solely for the use of the STR tenants.
Additional Fees and Services:
Checkin and Checkout Policy:
The 4:00 PM Checkin and 11:00 AM Checkout times are firm.
That being said, providing there is not a same day flip (people checking out on the day of arrival or people checking in on the day of departure) which may not be known up to the day of arrival or day of departure, time before checkin and time after checkout can be purchased.
Weekend and Minimum Stay Policy: Minimum stay is two nights other than specific weekends which are three nights for Memorial weekend Forth of July Labor Day Weekend
Will not sell a single Friday night or single Saturday night of any given weekend unless it is requested and approved prior to booking. Single night bookings will be considered on a case by case basis other than weekend nights.
These policies apply to instant booking. Exceptions possibly can be granted upon request.
Large Group Policy: App only goes up to 18 guests but will accommodate up to 24 guests. Extra guest fees between 18-24 guests will be charged manually through the app. There are 2 king, 1 queen, 4 double, 7 twin beds, 8 full size couches and a single mattress.
Vehicle Policy: Will accommodate up to 6 vehicles unless pre-approved prior to booking. Only two vehicles can be parked in front of property, the rest must be parked in horseshoe driveway with a drive through carport.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Outdoor pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
4 private bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Dock
Firepit
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Up to 23 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Limited housekeeping
Location highlights
On a lake
On a river
On the waterfront
Things to do
Gym
Paddleboard
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Unit size: 3,700 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Rules
Three night minimum stay for the following weekends: Memorial Day Weekend, Fourth of July and Labor Day Weekend.
Extra guest fee over 10 guests: $100 per person per night for each guest over 10 guests.
$125 per pet
Extra fees apply for late check-in or check-out
Paddle boards and kayaks are available for a $30 fee per guest (e.g., 5 guests = $150)
Heated Pool is $100 for each night booked (need notice)
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $125 per pet
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Greenshores, a neighbourhood in Austin. Sixth Street and Rainey Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Austin and Lake Travis. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium or Moody Center. Visit our Austin travel guide
Does Premium Lake Austin Lakeside Bedrooms. 6 Hole Mini Golf Course and Waterfall have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Premium Lake Austin Lakeside Bedrooms. 6 Hole Mini Golf Course and Waterfall pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Premium Lake Austin Lakeside Bedrooms. 6 Hole Mini Golf Course and Waterfall?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Premium Lake Austin Lakeside Bedrooms. 6 Hole Mini Golf Course and Waterfall?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Premium Lake Austin Lakeside Bedrooms. 6 Hole Mini Golf Course and Waterfall?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Premium Lake Austin Lakeside Bedrooms. 6 Hole Mini Golf Course and Waterfall located?
Located in Greenshores, this holiday home is steps away from Lake Austin and Colorado River. Emma Long Metropolitan Park is 1 mi (1.7 km) away.
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Premium Lake Austin Lakeside Bedrooms. 6 Hole Mini Golf Course and Waterfall Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
I stayed in Sam’s house with a large group on a friend’s trip. We had an incredible time - views, pool, dock and river area all great. Indoor areas are all exactly as advertised. Would recommend to any large group traveling together.
The house was clean, spacious and in a great location. We look forward to returning to this rental. Sam was very communicative and helpful!
MELINDA T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
paul r.
19 Sept 2024
Liked: Check-in, location
austin
thank you
paul r.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
John S.
5 Jun 2019
Great party house!
As one of our guests remarked upon walking in - "the house knows what it was built for." And it is great for it! It has a lot of beds in a windy, somewhat confusing layout. It is a beautiful location and great for bachelor/bachelorette parties. It is ~35-40 min from downtown Austin.
We had the best time! Our kids ages 6-17 and All adults had the best vacation possible. We couldn’t of asked for anything more! The owner of the home was amazing and helpful if we had a question. Our family made some of best and priceless memories that will last forever! This house has everything and we did not need anything! Thank you so much for our stay! We will definitely be back! ❤️
Stacy D.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
4/10 Poor
Ben G.
9 Aug 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Disappointing
Great location and potential, but many basic things need improvement especially at $$$$/night...
1. Coffee carafe did not fit the coffee maker and it was covered in significant mold.
2. Lake house without ice. The ice makers for both refrigerators were out of order. Another ice maker also wasn't making ice.
3. The kitchen sink faucet leaked and worked poorly.
4. The majority of the beds were single layer, plastic mattresses. Very, very cheap.
5. The listing "Just Renovated everything like new" is misleading. The walls were recently painted and flooring/decking updated, but the appliances were >25 years old and several of the bathrooms had the original hardware.
6. Opened food from previous tenants (loaf of bread, etc)
7. Limited cooking supplies. No baking sheet or pyrex or similar for the oven so couldn't bake something as simple as biscuits.
Awesome Property! When the weather was good we really enjoyed using the dock and hanging in the water. Plenty of room for our entire group. Would definitely stay again!
More than enough space at this lakefront property! The water slide was a blast along with the paddleboards. Right around the corner from Ski Shores too. Wish we would have stayed an extra night!
We celebrated my husband’s birthday with family and friends. The house is gorgeous! The surprise was epic! We could all be together on the main floor patio with giant fan! The pool and lake deck were spectacular! Love!
Had a great time staying at the property. Plenty of room for everybody to have some space and enjoy the great deck/outside areas. Sam was very responsive while we were staying there and also prior to check in. Great experience, would definitely recommend to any larger groups looking for a place on the lake!
This house was perfect for our trip to Austin. The house had a ton of beds and lounging areas. Lots of outdoor space to enjoy the views and great weather. Process was great and would stay here again.
Great stay despite owner’s sexist comments beforehand
While the dock was unenjoyable and unusable due to a colony of mayflies, we still had a great time. The pool was awesome and the house is just as described. The owner was extremely worried about “single girls” causing guys to go wild and disturb the neighbors, but he was very hands off once we were there. All in all, great time, just could’ve done without the ageist and sexist comments from the owner 2 days before our stay.
Had a great experience at this rental. House is in a great location and had plenty of space for our group. The pool and lake access were great as well. The house was in good condition despite being a little older, but everything seemed to work and the property was stocked with basic household materials: cleaning supplies, dish soap, bath soap/shampoo, paper towels, paper plates, pool towels, etc. Highly recommend for anyone looking to spend a weekend with friends in Austin!
There were 16 of us and children from 3-18, everyone was happy. That is tough to do.
Luis V.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ryan O.
22 Apr 2019
Good house for a bachelor party
Great house for enough sleeping accommodations and living space. Outdoor area has a great view and is definitely a good area to hang out. That being said, the house is a probably a decade or two past it's hay day - so perfect for a bachelor party, but wouldn't recommend for a luxury family vacation.
Host was easy to communicate with and very accommodating - we had no issues.
Ryan O.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
William L.
22 Apr 2019
Lake House
It's an excellent house for a guys' weekend on the lake--lots of privacy and bunks. The dock and waterslide are functional at the bottom of the hill. Local boat rentals will pick you up on the dock.
The house is a 30 min Uber to downtown.
William L.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jeremy G.
31 Aug 2018
Fun House on Lake Austin
We had a great family vacation at Sam's house. The house was plenty big enough for a Big Family. We had plans to go sight seeing around town, but we enjoyed ourselves so much at the home that we never really left except to go get groceries once in 7 days.
We had a great time on the dock, renting the pontoon boat, enjoying the pool, sitting and chatting on the top deck, the kitchen area just cooking and hanging out and the whole house in general.
Sam was great in answering the phone and returning calls prior to our arrival. Once we arrived we never really had any other questions and we enjoyed ourselves the whole time.
Jeremy G.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dan P.
24 Jul 2018
Great House For a Group!
House was awesome, plenty of room inside and great accomodations outside. House is right on the water and the dock/slide/diving board makes for a good time. Sam was easy to deal with and checking in and out was very simple. Overall would recommend.