Reviews from Hundreds
of Guests

"The getaway is nestled in the beautiful hills of west austin and was a perfect place for our high school girls reunion. The scenery was beautiful and the easement by the colorado river was a perfect place for the delicious lunch that was packed for us. I can totally see us returning in the summer for we can include some sunbathing and swimming in the river. A trip on Sunday to some of the wineries outside Austin was perfect. There are so many restaurant choices and we ate dinner at salt lick bbq and then came back to the getaway for a soak in the spa by a roaring fire and the sky full of stars. Perfection. Highly recommended. I'll be back."

"This was a great place for my husband and me plus two young girls. Nina was really accommodating and even purchased a bag of new pool toys for our girls to enjoy. It rained most the three days we were there but the heated spa made it enjoyable and we loved the location in the hills. Thanks for a fun few days away!"

"My wife and I booked this property to celebrate our 20th anniversary. It was the perfect place in every way. Very clean with nice furnishings, antiques, and modern design make it interesting, and the cabin is up in the treetops with plenty of light. It's private and cozy inside and out! The cabin has a large deck that we enjoyed sitting out in the mornings for coffee and in the evening with a glass of wine, in our pjs, because it's surrounded by woods and trees and completely private. The hot tub is perfectly situated behind the main house with large trees that shade it during the day but open up to stars just overhead at night. It reality was a perfect romantic getaway!"

"I booked this property for a “Girl’s GetAway” with a few close friends and we had a blast! The property was PERFECT! Clean, and beautifully designed w/ comfy bedding and soft sheets, towels and everything we needed in the kitchen as well! HIGHLY RECOMMEND NINA’S BREAKFAST BASKETS! We ordered the Specialty Breakfast Breads w/ a variety of choices and it was perfect for getting up and having something really yummy to munch on out on our private dect w/ the vast array of coffees and teas that Nina provides! We had delicious pizza delivered one night that was from a place Nina had recommended and went to her suggestions for eating out also and were thrilled with the excellent food and variety of choices! We also found her winery touring maps and suggestions very helpful! Basically everything we needed and was made so easy to enjoy both the excellent food and variety of choices! WE also found her winery touring maps and suggestions very helpful! Basically everything we needed was made so easy to enjoy both the excellent location of the Guesthouse Cabin as well as the property itself. The grounds were interesting with lots of trees and very secluded and private. We felt like we’d stepped into the country but truly had all the luxury that made our stay special! Pool, Spa, outdoor FP with lots of seating and so peaceful and private! Kudos to hostess Nina and a big THANKS!"

"Immaculately clean! Just as described and even better! It was perfect for our group of six women! The design of this large guesthouse is open, roomy, upscale country Texas vernacular GORGEOUS!Set in an ideal location for easy access to tons of excellent restaurants and things to do in Austin and the beautiful surrounding Hill Country. The views from the windows are fantastic where you can see a long ways off into the distance and the canyons of the river for miles! We could even see a bit of the river through the trees! The idea of visiting a couple of wineries was on our list and there are over 50 wineries to tour with maps and fliers. We enjoyed the “pics and details” in the fliers which helped us find our way to visit about 6-8! Nina has outlined her favorites in the concierge book which is full of LOTS of helpful info on all kinds of things from fav restaurants to, parks, theatres, carry out recommendations, and wineries! We went to the ones recommended and found our way easily from the directions given! Then we brought back a couple of bottles of our favorites to the cabin for a late night fire in the backyard. We’ll be back."

"Everything about this place is FANTASTIC! From the minute you arrive, you are greeted warmly by the host, who is an exceptional artist with her studio on the property grounds and amazing work! Fresh cut flowers and a greeting basket with ample and considerate goodies, high thread count sheets, plush towels and toiletries, beautiful furnishings that are comfy, practical, and luxurious, are just the start of it! It’s everything the description said and MORE! All so CLEAN! The place is phenomenal with views from the guesthouse of the grounds and hill country beyond the property for miles!- Such a peaceful and relaxing setting. It is truly a country retreat! We strolled down to the river easements (there are two, pulse a park nearby), several times, and enjoyed swimming off the pier and relaxing on the beaches there. But the pool and spa area of the property are very private and luxuriously beautiful as well. The spa spills over the pool, making waterfall sounds that are so relaxing. There is even a Bose outdoor speaker system to provide your choice of music or radio stations for the pool, deck, and porch areas. I really enjoyed getting up early for a morning dip in the pool and listening to the birds sing while sipping my coffee. In the evening, we could take our drinks down to the pool and relax and swim. After dark, it was nice to just sit out and listen to the night sounds, birds, crickets and a lovely Whippoorwill sound. One day, we opted for a picnic basket and were so pleased with the contents of delicious sandwiches, fresh fruits, pasta salad, gourmet dessert, and drinks/wine. It is all organized so that guests can choose their options ahead for picnic basket contents, as well as simple groceries,frig stocking, which was very nice. There are some great restaurants within a short drive. We especially liked the wonderful variety of restaurants in the area, and were so pleased to be able to cook our own fare in the well equipped kitchen. Several great groceries are nearby, as well. Youmay also grill by the pool area. Oh! Last but not least: The Workshops for painting and drawing that the owner offers are well worth the money; totally fun, educational, and a real treat! You can choose from half day or whole day, or even just a short lesson."

"The luxury guesthouse cabin is AMAZING, with soaring ceilings and high-quality finish-outs throughout! It is very private, nestled in the trees and very close to Lake Austin. Nina is a super-friendly, down-to-earth, thoughtful, very accommodating hostess, who went way out of her way to make sure we had a wonderful visit! She put fresh flowers throughout the cabin and left us lots of goodies. On top of all that, she is a spectacular, renowned artist and gave us a tour of her studio. Loved the artwork in the studio and the cabin! Highly, highly recommend Nina and the cabin-we will definitely be back! Thanks Nina!!!"

"had a more accommodating hostess than nina! The house was nicely appointed and very clean. Very well stocked with all the necessities. I chose the win and goodie package for the birthday girl, we enjoyed the serene nature surroundings as we sat on one of the 4 porch swings overlooking the hills. One day we took a short walk to the pier and had a delightful picnic lunch, prepared by nina. Then we sat in the river area and relaxed in the sun as we watched the sun glistening off the water. That evening we enjoyed wine in the spa and pool as the roaring fire lit up the night, such an inviting place to stay. My friend and I will be back very soon to enjoy another relaxing stay."

"Everything was just as described and better! The pool and spa are very private and the easement to the river is a really wonderful experience. There is even a shower there for rising off the sand from the beach. Very peaceful. Comfortable bedding. Well equipped kitchen and cabin. The vires of the property are exceptional,and the owner was always helpful with suggestions for restaurants and activities to do nearby and always available by phone via text or call to make our mini vacation truly wonderful. We will be back! Thanks nina!"

"We’ve stayed a lot of vacation rentals around Austin and this is our absolute FAVORITE! It has close proximity into the city, that is truly a find in terms of being in an area that is not populated so that you are surrounded by nature and very upscale amenities. The hostess and property owner could not be more charming. She delivered hot chocolate, homemade croissants for one morning and her picnic basket was delightful to have down at the river. We are recommending this property to all of our friends! It is really wonderful!"

"This was the BEST property that we have ever stayed at in the entire Austin area and we have rented several! Wonderful hostess! Accommodations were clean, well designed, and perfect for our family! We had so much fun just laying at the river, sitting on the pier watching the boats go by while the kids hopped the waves or played in the sand there. Huge shade trees both at the river and at the main property were nice for the summer heat, and the pool was so private and delightful! It’s surrounded by trees up on the hilltop with great views and the hot tub at night out under the stars after the kids and grandma were asleep was a wonderful treat! Highly recommend the “add ons” of the welcome basket and breakfast basket fixins. They made our stay so easy and special! We’ll be back! Thanks Nina!"

"The cabin was a great place to stay. Very clean and well organized. The bed was the most comfy I think I've ever slept in. and everything was just perfect. I could see bringing a group of women here for a fun long weekend and just hanging out in the spa with the fireplace and stars at night or going on the wine country tours. Nina has it all outlined for wine touring and her suggestions on restaurants were spot on. It's a wonderful stay in the country! The river pier was really fun and an amenity that most places don't have. We enjoyed just sitting there and watching boats go by and the water. So peaceful! We will be back and I highly recommend this place for a romantic weekend for a couple, a family vacation, girls getaway, or really just about anything. It's a great find in an ideal location, just like the listing says. It is close enough to downtown but also close to everything else. Thank you nina!"

"This treasure came highly recommended from a coworker. I booked this fabulous guesthouse for a few days of rest and relaxation for me and my wife. Wow, this place was above and beyond my expectations. The description of this place was spot on and mre. Location, location, location...located in the hills, short walk to the river, very clean, well stocked, romantic, peaceful….the list just goes on. Fabulous restaurants and shopping areas within a short drive. We enjoyed our morning coffee and quiet time on the deck outside our front door, surrounded by the sites and sounds of nature. In the evening we sipped wine on one of the four porch swings while watching the glorious sunset! Nina was very charming with her southern accent and hospitality. We will certainly be back and will tell out friends about this wonderful retreat. Thanks nina!"