Summary:
Welcome to Balcones Ridge Retreat, your Austin home base! This 4-bedroom house sleeps up to 8 and offers a private backyard pool and grill with easy access to parks, shopping, and local favorites.
The Space:
Settle into a comfortable, family-friendly home designed for easy Austin living. With 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, there’s room for your group to spread out and relax. The main living areas make gathering simple, with space to lounge, share meals, and plan your day’s adventures.
Head outside to your private backyard oasis, complete with a swimming pool, patio seating, and a BBQ grill—perfect for sunny afternoons and relaxed evenings. Inside, you’ll find WiFi and a laptop-friendly workspace for staying connected, plus a private washer and dryer to keep your stay convenient.
What You’ll Love (Features):
• Close to Austin highlights: Allen Park skyline views, Bull Creek District Park trails, and Austin Country Club golf
• Private backyard with swimming pool, outdoor seating, and BBQ grill
• WiFi and a laptop-friendly workspace
• Near museums and shopping
Layout (Sleeping Arrangements & Bathrooms):
• Bedroom 1 (1st floor): Queen bed, desk, and pool/deck access (sleeps 2)
• Bedroom 2 (Basement): Queen bed (sleeps 2)
• Bedroom 3 (Basement): Two twin beds, ensuite bath, and pool/patio access (sleeps 2)
• Bedroom 4 (Basement): Full bed and desk (sleeps 2)
Bathrooms:
• Bathroom 1 (1st floor): Half bath
• Bathroom 2 (1st floor): Shared bathroom with large single vanity and separate tub and shower
• Bathroom 3 (Basement): Ensuite bathroom with pedestal sink and shower
• Bathroom 4 (Basement): Shared bathroom with large single vanity and shower
Important Things to Note:
• Parking is available for two cars (tandem) in the driveway. Street parking is also available on a first come, first served basis. The garage is not available to guests.
• This is a two-story home—stairs are required to access some of the bedrooms as well as the pool.
• The pool is seasonal and only available from May through September.
• There is no gate around the pool area so please supervise children.
• The fireplace is for decoration only.
• Private laundry is available during your stay.
• This home is not pet friendly. If there is found evidence of an animal's presence during your stay or post check-out, guests will be charged an additional cleaning fee.
• Check-in time is 4:00 PM. Early check-in cannot be confirmed in advance, but if the property is ready before 4:00 PM on your arrival day, you’ll be automatically notified.
• Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out must be requested within 24 hours of your departure and is subject to availability. Approval is not guaranteed and additional fees may apply.
• We recommend considering travel insurance, just in case any unexpected changes come up. We do stick to our cancellation policy and want to make sure you're covered!
• We provide bedding, towels and a small starter set of essentials to help get you settled. Feel free to message us for details on what’s included.
• Salt, pepper, and cooking oil are not provided unless otherwise noted.
• Cookware, bakeware, utensils, are available for guest use.
Getting Around:
Location logistics: Within a 5-minute drive, enjoy skyline views at Allen Park, trails at Bull Creek District Park, and a round at Austin Country Club.