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About this space
The space
Welcome to our beautiful and newly renovated Airbnb home – The Hillside Artist’s Retreat! It is located conveniently close to Lake Travis, just a short 45-minute drive from Austin in the heart of nature. This stunning home is well decorated with many artworks from the owner himself, creating a unique and inspiring atmosphere for all who stay here.
As you step into the space, you’ll be greeted by an open concept living room and kitchen that is community conscious and designed for shared moments with loved ones. With plenty of comfortable seating, you’ll have no trouble hanging out and catching up with friends and family.
This home boasts five spacious bedrooms, each with a chic colored accent wall. With plenty of natural light and modern amenities, you’ll find peace and comfort in every corner of the house. We have a total of 2 King beds, 2 Queen beds, 2 twin-over-full bunk beds, 1 trundle bed, & 2 couches that would accommodate up to 15+ individuals and ensure your restful nights.
There are also two working station desks for those who need to be productive and work from home. There is an external 27-inch monitor and printer so that you can continue your workflow and finish any last-minute projects if needed.
Next when you step out into the cozy backyard, you’ll be treated to a breathtaking view of the mountain and Lake Travis. This natural wonderland is the perfect place to unwind, relax and find inspiration. Take a dip in our trendy stock tank pool among the cedars or simply lounge around soaking up the sun.
And last but not least, our entertainment space in the garage is truly one of a kind, with immersive sensory enlightened experiences and black light art mural decors that will transport you to another fantasy world. This unique space is perfect for artistic souls that need to rejuvenate and explore new inspiration in life.
If you are not quite convinced yet, please click through the photos… Otherwise, please book now and enjoy the perfect blend of nature, art, and entertainment that The Hillside Artist’s Retreat has to offer!
Guest access
3200 SF of living space on a 12000 SF lot with mountain view of the backyard and unique immersive black-light art experience, all for yourself to enjoy!
Other things to note
++++++++++ F A Q S +++++++++++
*WHAT IS THE CHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT TIME?*
Check-in @ 4PM. Check-out @ 10AM.
*CAN I CHECK IN EARLY OR CHECK OUT LATE?*
Yes, you can with prior approval. Early check-in and/or late check-out all depend on our booking schedule and seasonality. And it can be complimentary or with additional fee. We try our best to accommodate guests. Please message us early for details. If you require an early check-in or late check-out, please book the day before or after your stay.
*WHERE CAN I PARK?*
Maximum of 4 cars are allowed in front of the house. Please park only in the driveway and not on the street.
*HOW DO I GET THE KEY?*
The front door is equipped with state-of-the-art Schlage encore keyless smart lock. The access code will be provided to you 24 hours prior to your arrival time.
*WHAT IS THE WIFI PASSWORD?*
The password is provided in your check-in message.
*WHAT IS THE NEIGHBORHOOD LIKE?*
The Hillside Artist’s Retreat is located Lago Vista and 5 minutes from Lake Travis and all the activities the lake has to offer. Since it is still a residential area, please practice common sense and be respectful to our neighbors during your stay just like you would in your hometown.
It is very important that we do not receive any complaint from the city, so we can continue to share our lovely home with you and other future guests.
*IS THERE ANY SECURITY OR SAFETY MEASURE AT YOUR PLACE?*
– There are 2 external Ring cameras actively recording/monitoring the outdoor area (1 on the exterior side of the front door and 1 facing the backyard). There is no recording device in the interior of the house.
– Smoke & alarms for all the rooms, inspected and approved by the city.
– Fire Extinguisher, located in the laundry room. Inspected Jan’24.
– First-Aid kit, located in the laundry room. Inspected Jan’24.
### Please keep in mind that any attempt or evidence of tampering with security systems will result in immediate cancellation. We take safety of our guests and neighbors very seriously ###
*WHAT ARE THE ACCOMMODATIONS THAT YOU PROVIDE FOR MY STAY?*
– High speed Internet and WIFI.
– Iron with steam and clothing store-grade steamer, located in primary room’s closet
– Hair dryer in each bathroom.
– Complimentary coffee and tea in kitchen. In addition to a regular coffee maker there is a Vietnamese style coffee press.
– Cocktail bar counter with mixology kit. Alcohol not provided.
– Over-sized Washer & Dryer in laundry room before the garage.
– Fresh Makeup towels, wash cloths, large sized bath towels, & essential toiletries.
– Ginger Lily Farms – vegan cruelty free shampoo, conditioner, & body wash.
– 65 inch smart LG TV and sound bar in the living room & 65 inch smart TV and sound bar in the garage & 55 inch smart TV in the primary room.
– Included ROKU 200+ Channels.
– Baby package: High chairs (4 age groups in 1), Pack & Play/Bassinet, Toddler’s Toy, Plastic dinnerware.
– 2 Office desks in 2 bedrooms. 27 inches external monitor and printer provided for WFH individuals.
– Over-sized [Char-Griller] Texas Trio 4-Burner dual fuel grill (charcoal and gas) with smoker. Propane or charcoal may be available from previous guests. We do not provide them directly due to liability reasons.
– Award-wining [Cowboy] stock tank pool. Pool closed during winter
– Numerous toys and games in our entertainment garage.
*DO YOU PROVIDE ANY CONCIERGE SERVICE FOR MY STAY?*
The house is inspected and cleaned only prior to your arrival and after your departure by the cleaning crew as part of your booking.
Additional cleaning during your stay may be requested for an additional fee directly to our cleaning crew.
The primary mode of communication is through the Airbnb platform messaging system.
Phone calls are also available for urgent matters. Please keep in mind that this is not a hotel, so we only can provide immediate assistance within normal office hours from 9AM to 5PM.
For any true emergency, please call 911.
*IS THE POOL DEEP?
The pool is not deep and any adult can utilize easily, but we still would like guests to follow common practices of regular pool as follow:
– YOU NEED TO ATTEST OUR LIABILITY WAIVER TO USE THE POOL WITHIN 48 HOURS OF BOOKING.
– No glass within the pool proximity.
– No children without adult supervision.
– No jumping and diving.
– Floats are not meant for rescuing devices.
– Pool closed during winter
*IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE I NEED TO KNOW ABOUT USING THE POOL?*
Our stock tank pool is serviced weekly and inspected after each booking.
However, due to the natural landscape of the backyard leaves may still get into the pool.
We have the skimmer (next to the pool) and the pool vacuum (in the garage) if you need additional cleaning.
There is a blue float that you can put new chlorine tablet in in case it runs out (also in the garage).
*DO YOU HAVE AN OUTDOOR SPEAKER SYSTEM? CAN I PLAY MUSIC OUTDOOR BY THE POOL?*
We do not have amplified speaker system in the yard due to noise complaints, but you are welcomed to play music with reasonable decibel with our provided Bluetooth speaker in the backyard. The eager next-door dogs may hear and join the music from time to time. 🙂
Since we are located in a very peaceful neighborhood, we practice common quiet hours from 9PM to 7AM.
*I HAVE FRIENDS (FAMILY) IN TOWN, CAN THEY VISIT ME DURING MY STAY?*
No party or visitors are allowed during your stay. It is because aircover does not protect hosts and guests for these occasions.
Violation will result in immediate cancellation without a refund and a $1000 fine.
*DO YOU ALLOW PETS?*
-Restrictive pet policy with prior approval from the host. Please tell us the type of breed, weight, and if your pet is house trained.
-Maximum of 2 pets are allowed.
-Pets need to be attended by guests at all time.
-A $150 pet fee will be collected prior to your arrival. The only exception is Service Animal with official documentation.
-Bringing unauthorized pet will result in immediate cancellation without a refund and a $1000 fine.
*CAN I SMOKE AT THE PROPERTY?*
No smoking/vaping is allowed in the house and the garage. This applies to both tobacco and cannabis use.
Violation will result in immediate cancellation without a refund and $1000 additional cleaning fee.
*CAN I ADJUST THE TEMPERATURE IN THE HOUSE?
Our AC system is controlled by a Honeywell thermostat and it best regulates air flow when left on “Follow Schedule” as the default setting.
We allow guests to adjust the temperature during their stay. However, when the outside temperature rises into the triple digits (in Fahrenheit), the system may not cool the house to below 73 degrees, regardless of the setting. We kindly request that guests maintain a temperature between 72 and 78 degrees to prevent overtaxing the AC system. Please keep in mind that if service is needed, our AC technician requires 24 hours’ notice.
*CAN I BOOK FOR MORE THAN 28 DAYS?*
Longer term bookings are available with different scheduled fees and rental contract. Please contact host for details.
*DO WE NEED TO DO ANYTHING BEFORE CHECKING OUT?*
Nope. Just lock all the doors before you go.
We trust that you would respect our home like yours. The Hillside Artist’s Retreat is the product of the owner’s hard work, so it can be heart-breaking to see our beautiful space trashed after a booking.
Otherwise, we don’t impose any crazy list of chores. We want you to enjoy your 5 star stay to the fullest!