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Hill country wonder on 6+ acres with nearby lake access

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Property grounds
2 bedrooms, Internet, bed sheets
TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12269 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

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Lago Vista, TX
  • Popular LocationLake Travis6 min drive
  • Popular LocationHippie Hollow42 min drive
  • Popular LocationVolente Beach Water Park44 min drive
  • AirportAustin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)60 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Hill country wonder on 6+ acres with nearby lake access

Chez Elmo

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Outdoor space abounds at this beautiful Hill Country haven. Affectionately named Chez Elmo, this property is set on 6.25 acres. Enjoy nearby park access to fun-filled days on Lake Travis. (There is currently no water in the cove due to drought.) A covered patio is perfect for family cookouts, and a lake-view balcony offers a quiet spot to relax and take in the expansive vistas. Inside, a spacious floor plan features large windows with spectacular views, a brand-new kitchen, and a game room with a pool table. You’ll be just a short drive from this great location to grocery shopping and dining in Lago Vista.

Wall-to-wall windows showcase sweeping Hill Country views in the main living area. Two armchairs and a sectional provide ample seating in front of the large smart TV with a DVD player. A game room offers additional social space with a pool table, TV with a DVD player, full-sized fridge, and sink. Prepare tasty meals in the beautifully remodeled kitchen, outfitted with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. Find ample dining space between the kitchen bar, breakfast nook, and dining table.

This home sleeps 10 guests between two bedrooms and the game room. Sleep soundly in the primary bedroom, which offers a king bed, a twin daybed with a twin trundle, and a TV. The second bedroom holds two extra-long twin beds and a Roku TV. Providing additional sleeping options, the game room offers two twin-over-twin bunk beds and a twin-over-full bunk bed. Two guest bathrooms each have a tub/shower combination.

Cook out on the covered patio, which features a gas grill, alfresco dining, and a cornhole game. Or, relax on the furnished covered balcony complete with partial lake views. Follow the stairs down the hill to the private dock, which fits a standard-sized boat. Added perks include two kayaks, tubes and floaties, ski belts, and life jackets.

For swimming, fishing, hiking, and picnicking head a little over a mile to Arkansas Bend Park.

THINGS TO KNOW
There is currently no water in the cove, due to drought. Drought conditions will affect the water levels for this property so please know that the pictures in the listing may not reflect the true level of water during your stay. We are not able to give refunds or cancellations due to low water levels.
The private boat dock is accessed via several long flights of stairs down a steep hill and is comprised of wood and rock, which may not be suitable for guests with mobility issues.
This two-story home is accessed via three steps at the entryway.
The fireplaces are not operational.
A long-term tenant is located on-site in an RV parked away from the home.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Dock details:



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

City/town permit number: Not Required

Property manager

Vacasa of Texas

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Games room
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Billiards/pool table on site
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2900 sq ft (269 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 4.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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 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

Property is also known as

64919

About the area

Leander

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Lodge Acres, a neighbourhood in Leander. Shoppers can check out Lakeline Mall, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Travis and Lake Austin. Austin Steam Train Association Museum and Volente Beach Water Park are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.

What's nearby

  • Lake Travis - 6 min drive
  • Lago Vista Golf Course - 12 min drive
  • Hippie Hollow - 42 min drive
  • Volente Beach Water Park - 44 min drive
  • Pace Bend Park - 88 min drive

Getting around

  • Austin Station - 53 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • Infamous Brewing Company - 49 min drive
  • Lospinos Restaurant - 49 min drive
  • Smiling Donuts - 6 min drive
  • Beachside Billy's Restaurant & Bar - 43 min drive
  • Lakeway Resort and Spa - 57 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hill country wonder on 6+ acres with nearby lake access pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hill country wonder on 6+ acres with nearby lake access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hill country wonder on 6+ acres with nearby lake access?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hill country wonder on 6+ acres with nearby lake access located?

Located in Lodge Acres, this holiday home is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Lake Travis and within 6 miles (10 km) of Highland Lakes Golf Club and Lago Vista Golf Course. Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge is 10.7 mi (17.2 km) away.

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 14 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

siddhartha v.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Worst Experience Ever
This is through Vacasa rentals. I explained the same in Vacasa reviews also. They are least bothered about customers. We had issues with bad smell in the house, water smells like poop, my daughter caught rash etc., I literally asked them to move us to different place with all the issues in the house. They mentioned they will help the situation but intentionally didn’t help anything. They don’t even check the supplies like grill gas, tidy towels , blankets etc., We called 10 times in 3 days stay but now if the issues are addressed. They just ignore customers. They messed up my vacation. Hopeless rentals. Thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Andy C., Dallas, Texas

Needs maintenance
Pictures looked way nicer. And place was not well prepped. Grill didn’t work. Many Lightbulbs were out. The automatic deadlock didn’t work. Had to call to get access via secondary key box. Pool table was rundown. Pocket baskets were busted so balls dropped straight to ground. The sectional in the living room wasn’t attached so it slide all over the place. The neighborhood was rather rundown as well. So wasn’t very pleasant to walk our dogs.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexis W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
Amazing views and great house to accommodate our little family.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
Great getaway I will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for the family to meet up
We really enjoyed our time over the weekend and the house was very nice. Plenty of room to spread out and have separate entertainment areas for the adults upstairs and sending the kids downstairs. It should be noted that even though there is a comment in the description "There is currently no water in the cove, due to drought", it is fairly far down in the description despite the numerous pictures of the dock and water. It was not a problem for us since it was colder, but it was not obvious and the cove looks NOTHING like the pictures.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracey H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House
The property, house and view were great. The listing was spot on and did not disappoint. We had 4 adults and enjoyed the pool table, sitting on the porch and around the huge kitchen island. The only downfall were all the stairs to the water, but you just need to be prepared to make one trip down and stay down there.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

4/10 Poor

Lynn F.

Liked: Cleanliness
We left early bc is seemed someone was coming in while we were gone
The home was clean and very nice. There is no hot water in the kitchen sink. The dishwasher did not work. The bathroom doors do not lock. Beds are all very comfortable. Nice to have a washer and dryer. It was beautiful to sit on the porch and fun to play cornhole. The listing did not mention the 196 steep steps to the lake. Or the camper on the property. We got to the home on Saturday afternoon. Sunday at bedtime I went to tuck my kids in, downstairs and found that the door down there was unlocked. I locked it and my husband checked the basement. Monday we returned back to the home after being out and the south door that we hadn’t used, was open. We blamed it on a windy day and moved on. Wednesday evening we came back around 9:30pm. My kids went downstairs and the basement door was wide open. The home was 58 degrees. They immediately ran upstairs. No one felt comfortable staying there after that and we called Vacasa. The representative told us she would check to see if maintenance was being done while we were out and get right back to us. In the meantime we packed our things. No one called back. 40 minutes later we called again and let them know we were leaving the home. We are still waiting on confirmation of a full refund for the 3 nights we were not there.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
My family and I had a wonderful Christmas here!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emily W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Booking in Lago Vista!
We enjoyed our stay at Chez Elmo so much! Had a group of friends and family get together at this home and the property was gorgeous. One of us was in town a little earlier than our check-in time and took the recommendation to visit a nearby restaurant, The Grille at Highland Lakes, which was also a very neat place to grab a drink and bite to eat. Great staff and unique atmosphere/view of the lake - only 9 mins away. The home was fully furnished with plenty of room, and storage space for clothes and suitcases. Floor fans included, which was awesome. Kitchen was so nice and so open, fully stocked with everything we needed to cook, with also plenty of room to store whatever we brought. The connected dock was an added bonus. The stair access to the dock was safe and a great design, we just tried to make sure we grabbed everything we needed by the water the first time around. It's an amazing house and comes highly recommended from this group!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding Lake Travis rental - beautiful home, enjoy the lake *****
We stayed in early July 2021. Parents, four kids ages 3-11, and short visits from extended family. Short review: we will almost surely book this home again. Highly recommended. It's clearly a labor of love for the owners, it's well-managed by Turnkey, and truly an outstanding value for private lake access on the north shore. Home, layout, decor, etc.: we've mostly stayed in newer master-planned communities on the north shore, but I'm so glad we looked at this home. It isn't new, but it is beautifully redone. Flooring, paint, new kitchen, quality bathroom finishes. You'll be very comfortable here. The basement game room is the most simple space with a painted concrete floor and area carpeting, but it's very clean and comfortable. Our "big kids" loved sleeping here all in the same space. All the beds and other furnishings are comfortable throughout the house. Everything is newish or very well-maintained. The kitchen included a small and welcomed selection of staples, and every pot, pan, or utensil you'd need. The hosts were great about providing reverse osmosis water for drinking and way more bottled water than we could have needed. (Also a bottle of champagne!) There are great TVs in every room with a wide selection of channels plus Smart TV features for Netflix etc. The wifi was great. The setting: WOW. Awesome views from the back patio and carport patio. Wooded cove all around you, and a view of the lake out the cove to the east. The dock access is also beautiful. (Know that it's a lot of steps down to the lake.) Two kayaks and six floats for meandering through Hatters Cove. Wildlife includes fish and turtles in the cove, armadillo in the garden, deer in the back yard, and dozens of hummingbirds eating at the feeders hung around the property. What's nearby: Arkansas Bend Park is about ten minutes away, with a rocky beach access, several walking trails, and a great playground. You're not far from the amenities of Lago Vista or Jonestown, including decent restaurants for kids or adults (we especially enjoyed Rounders Pizza and The Grille at Highland Lakes). There are boat rentals at Liquid Thrillz, which is about 15 minutes from Chez Elmo whether by land or by water. We also spent a day in Round Rock, about a 45 minute drive. Check out Old Settlers Park. I think this property is great. Give it a try. We were really lucky to find it when we did, and we hope to be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021