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Hudson Bend Casa at Lake Travis Owned by famous chef

Family-friendly holiday home with an outdoor pool, near Lake Travis

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Lake Travis and rolling hills set the scene at Chef Jeff Blank's beautiful Santa Fe-style home. Enjoy the lake view while lounging by the pool or sipping drinks at the covered patio bar with a bathroom and shower for convenience. Savor dinner in either indoor or outdoor kitchens, dining inside or outside with floor-to-ceiling windows framing sunsets.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8372 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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.

Hudson Bend Casa at Lake Travis Owned by famous chef

Chef Jeff Blank of Hudson's on the Bend Restaurant's beautiful rustic Santa Fe style home with a stunning view of Lake Travis.

Enjoy the lake view while lounging around the pool. The covered patio bar is well furnished for comfortable lollygagging and there is a bathroom and shower in the pool/bar area for your convenience.

This house was built for a chef by a chef with well stocked indoor and outdoor kitchens. Dinner with no dirty pots and pans, grill your steaks and veggies on the outdoor grill. Or you can make use of the indoor range if indoor cooking is more your style.

You have the choice to dine inside or outside as there are tables in both locations.

The entirety of the house facing the lakeside is floor to ceiling windows so you won't miss any sunsets.

Sleeping accommodations are for 8 people.

The master bedroom has a king sized bed. It has it's own private toilet and shower/tub room.

The family room has a sleeper sofa with a comfortable queen sized bed. This room also has a half bath.

The guest house has a queen sized bed in the bedroom and a sitting room with a queen sized sleeper sofa. The guest house rooms are separated by a full bathroom and can be closed off for privacy.

There are many common sitting areas for together time.

This is a gated property on 2 acres abundant with wildlife i.e. grey fox, armadillos, deer, skunk, raccoons, possums, owls, turkey, tortoises and croaking bullfrogs in the ponds.

The property is a compound of houses. Jeff and Sara, the owners, live in a house set apart from the rental property. Sara's brother, Gordon lives in a Tiny Home in this same area.

Rest assured the property is yours and we will not be underfoot. However, we will be accessible for any questions or needs.

This is a unique and visually stunning property for a family vacation.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • 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

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: smoking allowed outside

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 12:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 28

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: pets considered

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outside

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Hudson Bend Casa Lake Travis Owned Famous Chef House
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Hudson Bend Casa at Lake Travis Owned by Famous Chef Austin

About the area

Located on a lake, this holiday home is in Hudson Bend, a neighbourhood in Austin. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Travis and Lake Austin. Travelling with kids? Consider JumpStreet, or check out an event or a game at H-E-B Center. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby. Visit our Austin travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Lake Travis which includes general coastal views
    Lake Travis
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Zilker Park showing a bay or harbor and kayaking or canoeing
    Zilker Park
    26 min drive - 40.7 km
  • University of Texas at Austin which includes a sunset and heritage architecture
    University of Texas at Austin
    28 min drive - 35.1 km
  • Sixth Street showing a city and a sunset
    Sixth Street
    31 min drive - 37.7 km
  • Mansfield Dam Park
    2 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Austin Station
    27 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
    38 min drive

Restaurants

  • Don Mario Mexican Restaurant
    4 min drive
  • Summer Moon Coffee
    6 min drive
  • Infamous Brewing Company
    6 min walk
  • Grill On Tex-Mex
    4 min drive
  • Saigon Cafe
    17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Hudson Bend Casa at Lake Travis Owned by famous chef have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Hudson Bend Casa at Lake Travis Owned by famous chef pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Hudson Bend Casa at Lake Travis Owned by famous chef?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hudson Bend Casa at Lake Travis Owned by famous chef?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hudson Bend Casa at Lake Travis Owned by famous chef?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Hudson Bend Casa at Lake Travis Owned by famous chef located?

This family-friendly Austin holiday home is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Travis and Colorado River. Mansfield Dam Park and Lake Austin are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Hudson Bend Casa at Lake Travis Owned by famous chef Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 79 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 79 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 79 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Ian M.

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

Our own resort

Hudson Bend Casa was an amazing place to spend quality family time and be away from the stresses of the world. It has it all - nice pool, great lake views, fantastic cooking areas both in and out, little casita for the kids and wonderful pride in ownership. We have stayed in many VRBO's over the years and this one is at the top of the list. Sara is a delight, extremely fast to respond and really wants you to relax on your stay. We are already looking forward to our return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry B.

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

Magical

Amazing, and just what we needed. We skipped the beach this year because my kids really just love the pool. Bringing the dogs was a HUGE plus. We were there for 5 days and discovered something new every day.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

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

Amazing, Amazing, Amazing!

What a gem! Such a beautiful and unique home. The hospitality of the host was wonderful. The pool and outdoor area was an oasis. We had a beautiful and relaxing time here. If I could give this review a million stars, I would. We will be back!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine O.

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

Beautiful resort like home!

We loved staying here! We felt like we were at a resort with the amazing home, views of the lake, swimming pool and outdoor spaces. Our host was very helpful getting everything ready for us before and during our stay. The indoor and outdoor kitchens were impressive and we enjoyed using them. The refrigerators were stocked with sodas, water, wine and beer. Every detail was perfect and thoughtfully done to make our trip fun and easy, relaxing and top quality. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael N.

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

Great Property

We had a great vacation. We loved the property! The home was better than expected. Great living spaces and super clean and organized. My family was so comfortable and happy. Amazing kitchen and large comfortable living room. Fantastic pool area including a covered bar/meeting area with a toilet and pool shower. A real difference maker was the attention to detail of the host. Too many details to mention but a few examples are restaurant recommendations, Roku instructions, snacks, drinks, condiments, pool floats, kid pool toys, games, toys, carts, etc. The host was also super responsive to any questions or help we might need. I would definitely book this property again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trisha K.

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

Beautiful home and the most welcoming host

We celebrated Thanksgiving with our adult children and two young grandchildren. The house and property are amazing! The house is well thought out, beautifully decorated, clean and views are gorgeous. The beds and pillows in every room beds were very comfortable. The kitchen had everything needed to cook and eat thanksgiving dinner. Sara the host is so welcoming! The refrigerator was stocked with juices for the kids, water, sparkling water, beer and wine. The pantry was well stocked. She provided family games, toys and children’s books for our stay. Every room was adorned with fresh or silk flowers. She ensured the beds were set up to accommodate our group. Ample firewood was provided for both indoor and outdoor fire places. She was easy to communicate with and responded quickly when we had questions. Our family enjoyed the outdoor spaces including the playground and trampoline. There was enough room for everyone to have there own space and common spaces were large enough and comfortable enough for us all to be together. I really feel my words are not doing justice to this truly magical property and amazing host. The whole family wants to spend time here again. We are beginning to plan our next trip to visit in the spring or early summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg L.

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

Fantastic property!

Everything was great and Sara was an incredible host! We will stay again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan C.

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

Awesome place

Awesome place to stay with great hosta
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colin W.

Awesome Property and Great Hosts!

Our family had a great time hanging out by the pool all day and watching the sunset in the evenings. Great house for entertaining and had all the necessities of home!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

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

Great place for family getaways

This home was great for our family to gather and hang out from all over the country. Very well stocked and comfy. Pool and outdoor day bed were great. Would come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sidney N.

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

Best vacation rental ever!

The weekend our friends spent at this house was truly unmatched! Sarah and Jeff went above and beyond readying the house for our stay and we had the absolute best time. We can’t wait to return to this property for future trips!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

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

Another great stay

This is by far my favorite rental property. It can easily keep all ages occupied, has beautiful views, and is such a fun place to cook a meal. We’ve stayed there twice now, and the second I unpack, I am at ease. Can’t wait to return again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Summer B.

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

Beautiful and unforgettable home and location

We were blown away by how beautiful this house was. It felt like a gift to be there over the holidays. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

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

Our Favorite Stay

We have been looking for a place to stay on Lake Travis for our party of 6 adults - this is it. The house is arranged perfectly for privacy of adults, while at the same time the main house is perfect for gatherings. We loved the view, accommodations, and the owner's attention to us was just as needed. I recommend this stay for anyone, and we plan to come back many times.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

KIRK S.

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

Great location for guest to just hang out and relax.

The property met our expectations and was a great set up for our family vacation. The property has a layout that allows all guest to have there own space. The manager has the property stocked with amenities and the decor thought the property is fun and very relaxing. Look forward to our next visit.

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Wonderful home!

We loved spending time with family at your wonderful home. The home is so fun and the hospitality fantastic! Thank you again for sharing your property with others. And more importantly, thank you for being dog friendly!.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

Best VRBO stay ever!

Have been staying at vacation homes since before VRBO, AirBnB and the like even existed and our stay at this dreamy hacienda on Hudson Bend was truly the best stay we've ever had anywhere, hands down! Beautiful property, thoughtful hosts and all the little touches that make a stay special. Thank you so much Jeff and Sara!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

lori s.

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

Bachelorette Weekend

Stay was 10/10, the space was perfect and had everything + more needed for a comfortable visit. Sara and Jeff were highly responsive and communicative from the time of booking through our stay, as well as accommodating to the needs of our party and sharing their chickens' eggs from the coop (yum!). The House has such a cozy/resort feel and is only 30 minutes from Downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H., Houston

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

Relaxing Break!

We simply loved staying at Sara & Jeff's home and casitas. No detail was overlooked. Within minutes of settling in we were completely relaxed and felt such a calm, peace for our entire stay. We are planning our return trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Merrie M.

Amazing

Breath taking views, and the house is the one of a kind! Gift basket upon arrival, and fresh flowers in every room! We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H., Houston

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

Relaxing getaway weekend

My husband and I were delighted to return to Hudson Bend Casa for a long weekend to celebrate our 30th Anniversary. The home and grounds are designed to affect all of your senses creating an environment that is both relaxing and inspiring. We hope to return again in a few months.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa V.

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

Wonderful!!

We spent an amazing full week here for our family’s summer vacation. Sara was a spectacular host. If we needed anything, had questions, etc., she was immediately responsive and went above and beyond in every way. Thank you, Jeff & Sara for an incredible stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Logan S.

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

Haciendorsement

The photos look great, but it's still better in person. Well stocked, landscaped, and decorated. The owners are helpful and generous. Recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

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

A true gem

This property is absolutely magical. It is so much more magnificent than pictures can show. Sara is an amazing host and thinks of absolutely everything. She was a joy to meet and was very sweet to my daughter who loved exploring the property. My family and I absolutely loved our stay here and can’t wait to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Connie D.

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

Return visit was awesome !!

Our grown children and their spouses wanted to return to the property this summer. It was even more awesome than we remembered. We left only to restock our groceries !! The outdoor space and kitchen was the center of our days there. The wonderfully stocked kitchen and immaculate sleeping areas made for wonderful evenings. We can’t wait to return !!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023