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The Best Little Shorehouse in Texas

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A patio with Adirondack chairs and a fire pit, overlooking a stone building with a view of the water.
A cozy log cabin interior with a sofa, a coffee table, and a hanging light fixture.
A cozy log cabin bedroom with a stone fireplace, a chandelier, and a bed with decorative pillows.
A rustic kitchen with wooden walls, a wooden ceiling, and a hanging light fixture. There is a white table with chairs, a sink, and various kitchen items.
A campfire in a metal fire pit with a blurred background of trees and a sunset.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Lake Travis
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Volente, TX
  • Place, Lake Travis
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Volente Beach Water Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Texas at Austin
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Best Little Shorehouse in Texas

Welcome to this early 1900's historical log cabin that was once owned by Judge Calvin R. Starnes (1885-1956).

“Starnes was an influential character in Texas politics in the 30’s and 40’s. He was an LBJ mentor and involved in the push for funding for Mansfield Dam along with Lyndon Johnson and US Senator JJ Mansfield...
It’s been said Johnson received the blessing of the Texas Democratic elites to run for a US Senate seat in Judge Starnes’ lakeside cabin in Volente.”
-Will Taylor

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

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

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2633570vb
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Leander

Located in Volente, a neighbourhood in Leander, this cabin is near a water park and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Travis and Lake Austin. Ready for a night out? Consider Beachside Billy's and Steiner Ranch Steakhouse. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving, waterskiing and water tubing adventures can be found near the property.
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Volente, TX

What's nearby

  • Lake Travis - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Volente Beach Water Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • South Congress Avenue - 43 min drive - 47.4 km
  • University of Texas at Austin - 45 min drive - 50.0 km
  • Sixth Street - 47 min drive - 50.4 km

Getting around

  • Austin Station - 30 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Oasis on Lake Travis - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bajo La Luna - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Quetzal Tex-Mex - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Oasis Texas Brewing Company - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lone Star Bar - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Best Little Shorehouse in Texas pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at The Best Little Shorehouse in Texas?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Best Little Shorehouse in Texas?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Best Little Shorehouse in Texas?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Best Little Shorehouse in Texas located?

Located in Volente, this cabin is steps away from Volente Beach Water Park and Lake Travis. Beachside Billy's is just steps away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nanette W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was charming and so close to everything. Perfect and romantic for mine and my husbands anniversary. Our host Marcia was amazing, such a nice person. Thank you Marcia, for your incredible hospitality! Looking forward to our next stay with you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jess T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, great place to stay! Super cute details make it just feel like home right when you walk in!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ronald l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the most amazing place ever. Very clean with the perfect rustic charm? We would definitely stay here again. We are very happy that we made this Home our choice for Memorial Day weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Perry D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just a beautiful house to stay in. It’s a must stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 April 2026
Perry, thank you so much for your amazing review! You're welcome back any day!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Perry D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous stay!! Would love to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2026
Thank you for your amazing review! Beautiful picture! You're more than welcome to come back any day!
Verified

8/10 Good

Derek Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 January 2026
Derek, thank you for your review! Hope to see you again in the near future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie R.

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

Cute little space!

Very rustic cabin with an elevated feel. It was perfect for the short stay we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 January 2025
Leslie, thank you for your amazing 5-STAR review! Hope to see you again in the near future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

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

Great place!

We loved this place so much! Enjoyed a little pre Christmas getaway! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 December 2022
Sarah, thank you for staying with us! You are always welcome back in our home!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris W.

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

Great little cabin

We enjoyed our stay. Cute cabin. We would love to come back another time
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 January 2023
Kris, thank you for your amazing review and for staying with us! So happy that you enjoyed your stay. You are welcome back in our home any day!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley B.

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

Great vibes

The house was great, extra attention to the little details which made it really cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 January 2023
Ashley, thank you for the amazing review and for staying with us! So happy that you had a great time in our home. You were wonderful guests and are always welcome back any day!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim C.

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

Anniversary Getaway

We had a great visit at this very charming and unique property. We live in Austin so it wasn't a long drive and it was worth it. Very quiet, well stocked and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 December 2022
Tim, thank you for the amazing review and for staying with us! So happy that you celebrated your special occasion in our home! Thank you for being wonderful guests and we hope to see you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dak P.

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

Review

The cabin is a very romantic and rustic spot. Great location close to lots of activities. Would recommend and do again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2024
Dak, thank you for the amazing 5-STAR review! So happy that you enjoyed our home and the amenities right next door. Thank you for being wonderful guests and we hope to see you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

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

A short get away

My husband and I enjoyed our stay here. The house was so cute and cozy. Everything was as described and we felt like we were hidden from view. The mattress could have been a little softer but that is just a personal preference. Marcia was very hospitable and responsive to questions. Would definitely like to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 April 2025
Julie, thank you for your 5-STAR review! So happy that you enjoyed our home and had a wonderful stay! Thank you for being such amazing guests. You are welcome back in our home any day!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy L.

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

Quiet & cozy

Nice getaway. Simple and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2023
Jeremy, thank you for the 5 star review! Thank you for being wonderful guests. You are welcome back in our home any day!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl F.

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

Quaint, Unique and Very Clean!

We are so glad we found this cabin. Loved our evenings around the firepit! Marcia a wonderful host. She is determined to make your stay perfect ! We will be back !
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 February 2023
Cheryl, thank you for the amazing review! So happy that you enjoyed your stay in our home! Thank you for being such wonderful guests! You are always welcome back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

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

Peace and Tranquility

This cute quaint property was the best way to wine down from a Company Meeting. My friend and I loved the area. I am a sucker for a sunrise/sunset. The view allows a beautiful peak of this on the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2024
Jessica, thank you so much for your amazing 5-star review! So happy that you and your friend enjoyed your stay and the beautiful sunrise/sunsets. Thank you for staying with us and we hope to see you again in the near future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nauman S.

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

A wonderful place for a perfect getaway

We had a very comfortable stay at this little cottage just close to the lake. The view was beautiful, the place was very clean, we enjoyed lighting up the fire pit and sat outside for hours. Marcia was very helpful and quick to respond to our queries. The small details to the cottage gave it a unique touch and my kids absolutely loved every bit of the stay as well. Will definitely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 December 2022
Nauman, thank you so much for the amazing review! Thank you for being wonderful guests. You and your family are welcome back any day!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

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

Everything was wonderful.

There wasn't a single detail that was overlooked. I can't even list all the things we liked about "The Best Little Shore House in Texas" and there wasn't anything we didn't like. We were on a trip to scope the Austin area before our kids moved there. We will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 February 2023
Chris, thank you for the amazing review! So happy that you loved our place and enjoyed your stay! You were wonderful guests and are welcome back in our home any day!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro R.

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

Good experience

Nice house, Marcia is aware and answer fast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2024
Alejandro, thank you for the 5-star review and for staying with us! We try our best to be the best hosts that we can be for all of our guests! Thank you for being wonderful guests. Hope to see you again in the near future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber P.

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

Lovely Getaway

Marcia is gifted with hospitality. She included so many details that made for a lovely atmosphere and a peaceful weekend. She was very helpful in giving us information leading up to our stay when the area was affected by an unexpected ice storm. We also walked the very short distance to Billy's and enjoyed their food immensely. It was a gem, and we would love to return at a future date.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 February 2023
Amber, thank you for the amazing review! We love giving our guests the best experience that we possibly can. Thank you for being such wonderful guests and we can't wait to host you again in the near future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Conner V.

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

Just what we were looking for!

This is a very unique property and we enjoyed every minute of it. This property truly makes you feel like home and just about everything is provided by the very accommodating host. My wife and I were impressed with the cleanliness and the coziness of The Best Little Shorehouse in Texas. One of the best overall experiences we have had on VRBO! Marcia is a top notch host and this is a fantastic property to visit with a spouse or for a weekend getaway by yourself. We definitely would come back without hesitation.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 December 2022
Conner, thank you so much for the amazing review! So happy that you and your wife enjoyed the experience that we tried to put together for all of our guests! Thank you for being such wonderful guests! You both are welcome back in our home any day!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaci S.

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

Romantic 2nd Anniversary Weekend

We l totally loved & enjoyed our October weekend at this home! We had easy access in/out, had lunch and drinks next door and even rented jet skis. It was a blast. We enjoyed nightly fires and cooked dinner off the grill both evenings! This home doesn't provide charcoal so if you plan to grill then be sure to grab some before making a 20min drive back into town. Overall a fantastic way to spend our 2nd wedding anniversary weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 November 2023
Kaci, thank you for the amazing review and for staying with us! So happy that you had a great time celebrating your very special occasion in our home. Hope to see you again in the near future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina L.

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

Romantic!

Me and my fiancé booked this place as an anniversary get away. The property and house was beautiful. So sweet and romantic. The host was very responsive. The house. . . I could have stayed there all day. The shower is a bit small for bigger people. But. . . I LOVED IT!! We would book this place again for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 April 2023
Kristina, thank you so much for your amazing review! Thank you both for being such wonderful guests. Looking forward to hosting you again in the near future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful

This property is beautiful! Decorated perfect with twinkling lights everywhere!! I would suggest trying to get a speed bump put in to slow the traffic down a bit! I pray for rain for the lake to raise!! But it was still a nice time renting a pontoon from VIP rentals and spending time on the water!!! We bought corn and bird seed and the deer came right up to the door to eat!! Would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Pam, thank you for the amazing review and for staying with us! So happy that you were able to enjoy all the amenities that the home had to offer along with the proximity to VIP Marina, restaurant and water park. Thank you for being such a wonderful guest and we hope to see you again in the near future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie G.

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

Great location, cozy

Enough only for 2–makes it cozy. It stayed warm, but the have a floor fan we used and we travel with one. Stayed 74 from 4-9pm even though we lowered the thermostat to 69. So in total, we had three fans on us for night time to sleep. (Including ceiling fan). Cooled down sometime later while sleeping. Still would recommend!!’ Quiet and cozy and close to lake.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2022
Debbie, thank you for the awesome review! And thank you for the great feedback! After we hosted your stay, we had an AC repair man come out and fix the issue. One of the connections had fallen and the seal was broken. Since then, we've maintained a constant temperature even during the crazy Summer heat! Hope that we can host you again soon and make your experience even better!

About the host

Hosted by Marcia Kim

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Hospitality is what I strive for when hosting guests in our home. We want you to feel welcome, comfortable and special during your stay. If there's anything that you need,
please don't hesitate to reach out to us and we will respond to you as quickly as we can.

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