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Magical Lakefront Luxury Villa featured on CBS show "Staycation!"

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Interior
Dining
Private kitchen
Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Spicwood, Tx
  • Popular LocationLake Travis15 min walk
  • Popular LocationKrause Springs15 min drive
  • Popular LocationPace Bend Park26 min drive
  • AirportAustin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)57 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Study Area

2 Double Sofa Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Magical Lakefront Luxury Villa featured on CBS show "Staycation!"

***Please note for the 2024 Solar Eclipse (April 6 - 10th) we are ONLY renting out our entire 5-acre 7-accommodation property. If you have a large group, please send in a inquiry*** As featured on CBS's show "Staycation," “La Casa de Joy” is our magically whimsical 1-bed, 2-bath waterfront luxury villa on Lake Travis. This home has been also been featured on HGTV’s Straw with Style, Designing Texas, and was on the cover feature for Natural Home Magazine. La Casa de Joy is also the tallest straw bale home in Texas. The home is extremely architecturally unique, with 40 foot ceilings, hand-painted tiles imported from Pisa, gemstones hand-placed in the stone-flooring by Tibetan monks (no...seriously,) and hawk feathers and more gemstones throughout the straw bale foundation. You will never find another home with more intention than this one. The villa has a queen sized bed, a twin-sized pull out sofa chair, a twin daybed, and a queen-sized lux-inflatable mattress can be added as well. This home is perfect for a romantic getaway, corporate retreat, honeymoon, private retreat, or to rent as a main gathering space for your wedding/event/retreat.

Walking through the front entrance, you are struck with a gorgeous view of the entire property, gardens, & a koi pond. Enter the villa and feel the tranquil energy as you walk the soaring entry way into the downstairs main living area featured with a cornerstone fireplace, sunken level lounge, & fully equipped chef’s kitchen. Upstairs you’ll find a stunning large open concept master bedroom with queen size bed, study, master bath with dual sided fireplace, and a spiral staircase leading up to the 3rd floor meditation room & viewing tower. Open the back door to an epic, large-covered porch with a fireplace, porch-swing, and gorgeous views of the lake and sunset. “La Casa de Joy” was originally built by an artist & healer J. Long, and her creativity & intention can be felt throughout the entire property.

Enjoy on-site amenities: private yoga, private personal training, and massage. Rent ON-SITE kayaks, Stand-up paddle boards, or canoes. We also provide Local Austin coffee, all-natural body products, wifi, private access to the lake (for all guests), lake swimming, sunset views, walking trails, a small waterfall, fire pit, multiple decks to relax on, as well as the abundant nature-filled peace and tranquility.

Local attractions: Stonehouse winery ACROSS THE STREET! Krause Springs spring-fed swimming hole, hiking, canopy tours, boating/kayaking, Hamilton Pool Preserve, boat rental, shopping, restaurants, & more!

Property manager

Travis

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Only allowed outdoors and properly disposed after.
Additional guests over the # originally reserved (

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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: 75
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the area

Spicewood

This holiday home is located in Mouth Of Pedernales, a neighbourhood in Spicewood, and is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Stone House Vineyard 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 Milton Reimers Ranch Park. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and mountain biking nearby.
Map
Spicwood, Tx

What's nearby

  • Stone House Vineyard - 12 min walk
  • Lake Travis - 15 min walk
  • Krause Springs - 15 min drive
  • Pace Bend Park - 26 min drive
  • Hamilton Pool Preserve - 45 min drive

Getting around

  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Lighthouse Restaurant & Lounge - 23 min drive
  • Angels Icehouse - 21 min drive
  • Smiling Donuts - 73 min drive
  • Frontyard Brewing - 24 min drive
  • Lee's Almost By The Lake - 21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Magical Lakefront Luxury Villa featured on CBS show "Staycation!" have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Magical Lakefront Luxury Villa featured on CBS show "Staycation!" ?

As of 30 April 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Magical Lakefront Luxury Villa featured on CBS show "Staycation!" on 5 May 2024 start from NZ$831.57, 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.

Is Magical Lakefront Luxury Villa featured on CBS show "Staycation!" pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Magical Lakefront Luxury Villa featured on CBS show "Staycation!" ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Magical Lakefront Luxury Villa featured on CBS show "Staycation!" ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Magical Lakefront Luxury Villa featured on CBS show "Staycation!" located?

This family-friendly Spicewood holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Colorado River and Lake Travis. Stone House Vineyard is 0.6 mi (1 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
A unique spot on the Lake, the Villa looked exactly like the photos and the description. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barry K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Property for small gatherings
We had booked this place for a getaway weekend + a small gathering of friends (25-ish ppl). This place was great! We were a bit worried about having to be outside (in the August heat) but we ended up having plenty of room inside for people to hang, mingle, and eat. The property manager was very communicative and very helpful throughout the process (even while onsite). I highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a nice Hill Country get-away!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Irena S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay
Pictures of the house are beautiful but it is absolutely amazing when you see it in reality . We were in awe with all the decor and charm . Wholeheartedly enjoyed every minute of our stay !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Dawn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Lovely House & Property!
All in all this was a great experience! There's so much room to explore and relax. We didn't know the water levels were so low that the dock wasn't even touching the water & it wasn't deep enough to swim, which was the main reason we wanted to be there so that was disappointing. I'm sure it's so lovely when the water is higher.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of the Best Stays in the Austin area!
We had such an amazing time this last week. We were using the property for a creative day retreat for artists & we were incredibly inspired by the location and the home itself. The property was incredible & was above and beyond our expecations & the home has so much character. Travis the owner has some of the best communication we've experienced with VRBO and we will absolutely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

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Hosted by Travis

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