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Pet-Friendly Austin Home w/ Deck, Yard, & Views!
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Reviews
8.8 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4130.1 sq m
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Full Bathroom
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
About this property
Pet-Friendly Austin Home w/ Deck, Yard, & Views!
Experience the Austin area like never before at this inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom vacation rental home located less than 3 miles from Lake Travis. This pet-friendly residence offers an updated interior with a Smart TV, ample natural sunlight, a fully equipped kitchen, a small lofted game nook, and a fenced-in backyard with a deck and fire pit. Whether you're in town to explore Downtown Austin, golf at the Lakeway Golf Club, or tan on Lake Travis, this Austin retreat is the perfect home base.
-- THE PROPERTY --
1,400 Sq Ft | Hill Country Views | Pets Welcome w/ Fee | Fully Fenced Yard
Ideal for romantic retreats and lake lovers alike, this Apache Shores residence offers a tastefully furnished interior and all the essentials for a memorable Austin getaway.
Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
STEP OUTSIDE: Deck w/ seating & Texas Hill Country views, backyard w/ 2 Adirondack chairs & wood-burning fire pit
INTERIOR LIVING: Updated interior, dining table, 2 Smart TVs, loft w/ desk & chess table, ample natural sunlight
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, cooking basics, drip coffee maker, tea kettle, dishware & silverware
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens & towels provided, washer & dryer, complimentary toiletries
FAQ: Exterior security camera (1 facing front of home), stairs required for access
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
LAKE ATTRACTIONS: Mansfield Dam Park - Lake Travis Access (2.8 miles), Fritz Hughes Park - Lake Austin Access (3.7 miles), Safe Harbor Emerald Point (4.3 miles), Riviera Marina (10.9 miles), Volente Beach Resort & Waterpark (13.1 miles), Commons Ford Ranch Metropolitan Park - Lake Austin (15.2 miles), Pace Bend Park (20.3 miles)
GOLF THE DAY AWAY: The Hills of Lakeway - Hills Clubhouse (7.2 miles), UT Golf Club (7.5 miles), Falconhead Golf Club (7.5 miles), Spanish Oaks Golf Club (9.2 miles), Barton Creek Fazio Canyons Golf Course (15.2 miles), Pedernales Golf Course (15.5 miles), Lost Creek Country Club (18.4 miles), Lions Municipal Golf Course (19.9 miles)
DOWNTOWN AUSTIN: Austin Aquarium (13.1 miles), Austin Zoo (15.3 miles), Statesman Bat Observation Center (21.9 miles), Zilker Botanical Garden (22.4 miles), South Congress Avenue (22.5 miles), Thinkery (23.9 miles)
AIRPORT: Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (31.2 miles)
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes, max 2)
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Your safety matters. There is an exterior security camera, located at the front of the home facing out. It does not look into any interior spaces
- NOTE: The property requires stairs and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
- NOTE: The property is child-friendly with adult supervision (due to the spiral staircase)
-- THE PROPERTY --
1,400 Sq Ft | Hill Country Views | Pets Welcome w/ Fee | Fully Fenced Yard
Ideal for romantic retreats and lake lovers alike, this Apache Shores residence offers a tastefully furnished interior and all the essentials for a memorable Austin getaway.
Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
STEP OUTSIDE: Deck w/ seating & Texas Hill Country views, backyard w/ 2 Adirondack chairs & wood-burning fire pit
INTERIOR LIVING: Updated interior, dining table, 2 Smart TVs, loft w/ desk & chess table, ample natural sunlight
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, cooking basics, drip coffee maker, tea kettle, dishware & silverware
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens & towels provided, washer & dryer, complimentary toiletries
FAQ: Exterior security camera (1 facing front of home), stairs required for access
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
LAKE ATTRACTIONS: Mansfield Dam Park - Lake Travis Access (2.8 miles), Fritz Hughes Park - Lake Austin Access (3.7 miles), Safe Harbor Emerald Point (4.3 miles), Riviera Marina (10.9 miles), Volente Beach Resort & Waterpark (13.1 miles), Commons Ford Ranch Metropolitan Park - Lake Austin (15.2 miles), Pace Bend Park (20.3 miles)
GOLF THE DAY AWAY: The Hills of Lakeway - Hills Clubhouse (7.2 miles), UT Golf Club (7.5 miles), Falconhead Golf Club (7.5 miles), Spanish Oaks Golf Club (9.2 miles), Barton Creek Fazio Canyons Golf Course (15.2 miles), Pedernales Golf Course (15.5 miles), Lost Creek Country Club (18.4 miles), Lions Municipal Golf Course (19.9 miles)
DOWNTOWN AUSTIN: Austin Aquarium (13.1 miles), Austin Zoo (15.3 miles), Statesman Bat Observation Center (21.9 miles), Zilker Botanical Garden (22.4 miles), South Congress Avenue (22.5 miles), Thinkery (23.9 miles)
AIRPORT: Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (31.2 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes, max 2)
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Your safety matters. There is an exterior security camera, located at the front of the home facing out. It does not look into any interior spaces
- NOTE: The property requires stairs and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
- NOTE: The property is child-friendly with adult supervision (due to the spiral staircase)
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Austin
Apache Shores, a neighbourhood in Austin, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Travis and Lake Austin. JumpStreet and Main Event Entertainment are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.

Austin, TX
What's nearby
- Lake Travis - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
- Lake Austin - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
- Zilker Park - 26 min drive - 40.0 km
- University of Texas at Austin - 30 min drive - 34.7 km
- Sixth Street - 32 min drive - 44.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Vaqueros Cafe & Cantina - 9 min drive
- Don Mario Mexican Restaurant - 4 min drive
- Summer Moon Coffee - 8 min drive
- Infamous Brewing Company - 4 min drive
- Grill On Tex-Mex - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Check-in
9.2/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
9.4/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
21 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kyle J.
9 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to relax and unwind after exploring Lake Travis area
Kyle J.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Linda F.
26 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable Holiday Cheer for 3 Days
Linda F.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nora P.
21 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, quiet, cute
Nora P.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ryan S.
20 November 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a weekend getaway!
Ryan S.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ann B.
1 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great first experience staying at a VRBO
Ann B.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Freddy C.
3 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home
Freddy C.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sherry V.
22 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great yard for dogs.
Sherry V.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bethany K.
28 December 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming Home, Good for Dogs
Bethany K.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified
6/10 Okay
BRANDON J.
17 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location but house could use some TLC
BRANDON J.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Angie M.
8 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay
Angie M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
karima e.
4 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place beyond amazing
karima e.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Jonathan R.
15 June 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location but needs a lot of work.
Jonathan R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Linda F.
26 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Great 2-Bedroom Home near Lakeway
Linda F.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
From a partner site
4/10 Poor
Ginny
6 July 2023
House Great, Evolve Not So Much
Ginny
Verified
6/10 Okay
Julie C.
19 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in
Have a screen shot of the listing handy
Julie C.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
25 April 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Description of property accurate
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Andrea C.
1 February 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy little house…
Andrea C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Allison S.
12 December 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique house with a great fenced in backyard
Allison S.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Irene A.
1 December 2025
Irene A.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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