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PRIVATE RETREAT| Pool | Hot Tub | Fire Pit | 18 Beds |7 Bedrooms |6.5 Bath| Close to Downtn

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Hot Tub & Over-Sized Pool Steps from the back door
WELCOME TO STEPPING ROCK!
Enormous Hot Tub!
POOL | large beach area to cool off
SPACIOUS outdoor space | Game Ally, Fire Pit & Picnic Table Area behind the pool, all covered with Party Lights

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms6+ bathroomsSleeps 24418.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Austin, TX
  • Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Zilker Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Sixth Street
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 24)

BEDROOM 1 | 1 King

1 King Bed

BEDROOM 2 | 2 Queens & 1 Twin Bunk Bed

2 Single Beds and 2 Queen Beds

BEDROOM 3 | 2 Queens

2 Queen Beds

BEDROOM 4 | 4 Twins (2 Bunks)

2 Single Bunk Beds

BEDROOM 5 | 4 Queens (2 Bunks)

4 Queen Beds

BEDROOM 6 | 1 King

1 King Bed

BEDROOM 7 | 1 Queen

1 Queen Bed

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

6 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

BATHROOM 1: En-Suite Full Bath for BR1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

BATHROOM 2: En-Suite Full Bath for BR2

Toilet · Shower only

BATHROOM 3: En-Suite Full Bath for BR3

Toilet · Shower only

BATHROOM 4: Hall Bath for BR 4 & BR 5

Toilet · Shower only

BATHROOM 5: En-Suite Full Bath for BR 6

Toilet · Shower only

BATHROOM 6: Outside Pool Bath

Toilet · Shower only

BATHROOM 7: Half Bath off Living Room

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

PRIVATE RETREAT| Pool | Hot Tub | Fire Pit | 18 Beds |7 Bedrooms |6.5 Bath| Close to Downtn

***WELCOME TO STEPPING ROCK***
Each and every NEST Vacation Rentals Home includes a team of experienced locals who are available to you 24/7. Your personal Guest Experience Manager is highly trained on the home you are staying in. They will not only be your contact for the house, but are also able to guide you to enjoy the best Austin has to offer! NEST Vacation Rentals considers it our primary job to ensure you have the best possible experience during your time in Austin!

FEATURED IN COUNTRY LIVING MAGAZINE June'2017 !!
Roam free without city limits on this 11 acre Texas Hill Country retreat located just 11 miles from downtown Austin & 9 miles to Dripping Springs. This excellent location makes this resort home perfect for relaxing after exploring everything Austin offers or attending wedding events in Dripping Springs or the Texas Hill Country. This home is situated next to an abundance of memorable group activities including vineyards, famous vodka distilleries, craft beer breweries, the famous Stunt Ranch, paintball, shooting ranges, restaurants, shopping and more! STEPPING ROCK can serve as your destination or just a place to rest your heads at night. This home provides a wonderful retreat allowing your group to enjoy time together.

THE SPACE
STEPPING ROCK was custom designed to comfortably accommodate large groups, sleeping up to 24 guests in 18 beds. This 7 bedroom, 6.5 bath, 4,500 square foot home features a heated swimming pool, hot tub, outdoor fireplace, outdoor big screen TV, cook station with BBQ grill, fire pit, competition-style corn hole game alley, spike ball, ladder ball, covered outdoor patio, a pool shower, outdoor restroom, and so much more! Featuring Modern Farm House architecture and design, the house features a luxurious open floor plan, making the home perfect for entertaining and relaxing with a large group of friends, family or business retreat. The comfortable living room with the fireplace invites everyone to the center of the house, while the wall of glass French doors opens the space up to great views of the pool and hill country. Guests will enjoy the indoor restaurant style bar with 4 bar stools where all can practice the latest in mixology! The well-equipped gourmet kitchen is made for entertaining and offers commercial-grade Thermador stainless appliances, a long serving island with 10 additional bar stools, a dining table with seating for 16, in addition to an outdoor dining table with seating for 16 people.

The home features high-end furnishings and luxury linens selected by an award-winning interior designer, with only comfort and luxury in mind. At NEST properties, you will not find locked closets, personal items in the bedrooms or homeowner's pictures on the walls—rest assured this is a full-time rental designed with only the most discerning short-term guests in mind.

CONCIERGE SERVICES
Arrive and Relax, after all, you are on vacation! To enhance your stay, our CONCIERGE partner can handle the essentials like pre-arrival groceries and stocking the bar, transportation, private chefs, etc... They will also create specially curated five-star experiences for your group. To make your trip seamless and experience the best of Austin, allow our concierge partner to handle the details.

ROOM DETAILS: 7 BEDROOMS: Sleeps 24 People in 18 beds
-BEDROOM 1: 1 King Downstairs (On-Suite Bathroom)
-BEDROOM 2: 2 Queens + 2 Twin Bunkbeds Downstairs (On-Suite Bathroom)
-BEDROOM 3: 2 Queens Upstairs (On-Suite Bathroom)
-BEDROOM 4: 4 Twin Bunkbeds (4 Twins) Upstairs (Shared bath with BR 5)
-BEDROOM 5: 4 Queens Bunkbeds (4 Queens) Upstairs (Shared bath with BR 4)
-BEDROOM 6: 1 King Upstairs + 1 Queen Sleeper Sofa (On-Suite Bathroom)
-BEDROOM 7: 1 Queen Bed (Private entrance single room)

CHEF'S KITCHEN:
Every culinary desire can be met in this spacious catering kitchen. The over-sized serving island is perfect for dining and entertaining. This well-appointed kitchen includes microwave, 3 coffee makers, toaster, blender and of course a disposal! Full Size sit down bar to practice your mixology (you provide the bartender!) If you prefer to grill, you will enjoy a stainless gas grill just steps from the kitchen.


SPECIAL FEATURES:
• Wi-Fi throughout the home (High-Speed!)
• Large covered outdoor living area provides a shaded retreat from sunny days
• Heated Pool Option (for fee)
• Hot Tub (heating complimentary)
• Outdoor Fire Pit (in addition to outdoor fireplace)
• Outdoor Full Pool Bathroom
• Laundry Room with high capacity washer & dryer
• 2 Master suites downstairs with on-suite bathrooms
• Private entrance bedroom with queen bed and private space for anyone that needs to work during their stay
• Cable TV w/ Full Sports Package (DirectTV)
• Generous parking
• 11-acre property with stunning views
• Huge back yard for entertaining with BBQ grill & outdoor table/chairs
• Authentic working barn on property makes the perfect back drop for your authentic Texas memories

ALSO PROVIDED DURING YOUR STAY:
• Luxurious high thread-count linens & plush bath towels
• 24 Pool Towels
• Laundry room with high capacity HE washer & dryer with laundry pods
• Fully stocked kitchen with everything you need to entertain
• 2 Drip Coffee makers & Starbucks coffee, creamer and sugars
• Keurig & K-Cups
• Complimentary toiletries including bath soap, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner.
• Starter supply of all soaps and paper products (paper towels, toilet paper, dish soap, laundry pods)
• Luxury pillow top mattresses
• Hair Dryers in every bathroom
• Full length mirrors in every bedroom
• Board Games: Uno, Jenga, Scrabble, Connect 4, Poker Sets, Playing Cards
• 24 Hour Self-Check-In

THE NEIGHBORHOOD:
• The gorgeous home is in a secluded neighborhood just south of downtown Austin.
• DOWNTOWN Austin is only 11 miles. The airport is a <20 minute drive.
• 15-20 minutes from Downtown Austin
• 25 minutes from Wimberly
• 20 minutes to Salt Lick BBQ/Driftwood
• 40 minutes to surrounding Fredericksburg wineries

NOTE:
• 6% State Hotel Tax
• 5% NEST Booking Fee
• $650 Cleaning Fee
• $500 Pool Heating Fee (Per 3 night stay)
• $150 Pet Fee /per pet/ per 3 night rental. (sorry, no pets over 25lbs)
• $100 Extra Person Fee ($100 p/person/p/night stay over 16 person standard occupancy)
• $150 fee per Air Mattress (must request prior to arrival day)
• 50% Payment at time of Booking
• 50% Payment 30 Days Prior to Check-In
• Rental Agreement must be signed within 48 hours after booking.
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Property manager

Tracey Anderson
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Austin

Located in Oak Hill, a neighbourhood in Austin, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Zilker Park and Lady Bird Lake. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Moody Center or Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Austin, TX

What's nearby

  • Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center - 8 min drive - 9.2 km
  • South Congress Avenue - 10 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Zilker Park - 11 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Sixth Street - 14 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Lake Austin - 17 min drive - 17.6 km

Getting around

  • Austin Station - 17 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tacodeli - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jim's Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shore Raw Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does PRIVATE RETREAT| Pool | Hot Tub | Fire Pit | 18 Beds |7 Bedrooms |6.5 Bath| Close to Downtn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is PRIVATE RETREAT| Pool | Hot Tub | Fire Pit | 18 Beds |7 Bedrooms |6.5 Bath| Close to Downtn pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at PRIVATE RETREAT| Pool | Hot Tub | Fire Pit | 18 Beds |7 Bedrooms |6.5 Bath| Close to Downtn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PRIVATE RETREAT| Pool | Hot Tub | Fire Pit | 18 Beds |7 Bedrooms |6.5 Bath| Close to Downtn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is PRIVATE RETREAT| Pool | Hot Tub | Fire Pit | 18 Beds |7 Bedrooms |6.5 Bath| Close to Downtn located?

Located in Oak Hill, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Austin, Circle C Golf Club and Sunset Valley Village. Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center and Burger Stadium are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

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

Austin Wedding

The house was spectacular!! Clean, neat and plenty of amenities. We stayed here with several families for my nieces wedding. It was extremely spacious for all of us. Great location! Only 5 minutes from the wedding venue and about 25 minutes to downtown. Plenty to do. Most of the bedrooms were spacious. There is really only 5 bedrooms not 6. They listed a bedroom which was connected to the house but had a separate door. You had to go outside to enter the room. The room was very small with just a queen bed and a rack for your clothing with no access to a bathroom unless you entered the house. This was the only down side to the house. We made a lot of memories. Great place!! I highly recommend it! You will love it.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

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

Great Stay

This place is perfect for big groups. We had an amazing time. thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

30th Birthday

We stayed at the house with 15 of our friends for a 30th birthday celebration. The house had everything we needed to entertain, and it was also clean and well kept. We loved how spacious the house felt and that there was plenty of room for everyone. The rental group was quick to respond and easy to work with. We would love to come back for another friends trip next summer!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

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

Great stay

Very nice property for large groups. Host was easy to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen A.

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

Fantastic Place!

We loved this property. It had everything we could have wanted and had a very well-stocked kitchen. We will stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

john h.

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

amazing house

this was an amazingly spacious and beautiful property that was able to adequately house 17 adults. the pool was fantastic and the inside of the house was clean and incredibly nice. the house was a little far away from downtown but it was not too bad. ubers and cabs were easily accessible.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric V.

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

Perfect for a bachelor party!

Great house with an awesome outside area. East to get into downtown Austin! If you have a Bach party here is perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria T.

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

Exactly What We Needed

Had a big group of friends looking for a property near Austin where we could all stay together. This was the perfect house for that - amazing use of space plenty of really comfortable beds and beautiful finishings. Would absolutely recommend. A little far from downtown Austin but not too inconvenient. Host was very accommodating and we had everything we needed at the house to make it a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

David K.

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

Great house for weekend

Sleeps 20 comfortably, pool and common areas are great. Overall house was in good shape, only downside is 25 min or so from downtown Austin.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adam M.

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

Better Than Expected - Perfect Texas Getaway

Better Than Expected - Perfect Texas Getaway
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

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

No better spot in Austin for a large group!

Tristin and her team were phenomenal hosts! She was there to welcome us when we arrived on the property and explained that the main fridge was having a slight mechanical issue. We had a group on 16 and it was not an inconvenience at all! Plenty of additional fridge space, coolers were provided and she even covered the cost of our first night's dinner as a consolation. The property is beautiful, and the house is exceptionally clean and spacious with a great pool/grilling area. It's about a 25-minute drive to downtown, but we didn't run into any issues booking Lyfts at the property. Overall, would highly recommend this location and I'm sure we'll be back soon!

10/10 Excellent

Tamra B.

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

Amazing

The property is fantastic. Escaping the PNW weather and this place had everything. Every room and bathroom was amazing. Amazing quality and amenities were perfect. We had 4 families and plenty of room and the pool, fire pit and fire place was great. They even had outside games set up for us. With so many people we used the pool a lot. Requested someone to look at it bc of its use and they sent some immediately. It’s off the beaten path but close to wineries and reasonable distance to downtown Austin and the SoCo district. If we ever go to Austin again it could be our spot.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Neel P.

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

Great place to hangout with Friends and family

Good, quiet area. Amazing pool and common area to hangout with a large group of people.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michon C., Wilson, Wy

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

A fabulous place in a great location!

As a designer/stylist, I appreciate well-appointed and nicely decorated accommodations, and West Oak Hill fits both perfectly! The home feels like a home away from home, and the property and pool are lovely. The location is ideal...you are away from the hustle and bustle yet have access to conveniences in a matter of minutes. Private property that feels secluded, yet only 20-25 min to downtown Austin. We enjoyed our stay and would return, and there are not many places that I could say that I would want to return. As a native Texan who now lives in Wyoming, I'm always looking for places to come back home to and West Oak Hill would be a nice one to return to soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lukas M.

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

Amazing in all respects

I can't say enough about how nice this property was. Plenty of space indoors and outdoors, and everything seemed brand new and high-end. Communication was also fantastic with management - overall would recommend to anyone interested in a perfect Austin getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

marie a.

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

Definitely returning

Had an amazing stay with the house stocked and the pool and hot tub amazing. Super close to downtown and restaurants. Plenty of space and great pillows on the bed. Felt like sleeping on a cloud!

10/10 Excellent

mary l.

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

Solo Trip

Needed to focus and work with lots of space. Used this house to quarantine due to covid. The house was spotless and I had no worry in the world about the house being infected. I needed to quarantine before seeing family and tracey took my concerns like her own. She was attentive and such a ball of energy as a host! Even dropped off a bottle of wine on the doorstep!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christen Y.

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

couples retreat

Had a great couples retreat with six couples and everyone had their own area, but there was great community space that everyone got together. We cooked (the kitchen is amazing) and relaxed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

jeremy r.

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

Had a great time

Thanks for the great time. We enjoyed the house, great hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

carrie a.

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

2nd stay!

We have used Tracys properties before and loved them. Stepping Rock is our favorite. Its peaceful, spacious, and immaculate. The kids love it and the house is fully stocked with everything we needed. Definitely will be using again!

10/10 Excellent

bradley o.

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

FUN TRIP

Had a great time, enjoyed the home. Used every inch of it. CLlose to downtown and great quality!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

BREANNA J.

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

2 property we have rented!

We love all of Tracys homes, and have really used them as a way to quarantine, but continue life. We spent the weekend with friends, celebrated , and enjoyed the spacious, clean home. All of our questions were answered immediately!

10/10 Excellent

samantha t.

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

Peaceful

My husband and I stayed here for a nice weekend away from home. We enjoyed every minute of it. We relaxed by the pool in the country! The beds were great, the kitchen was fully stocked. Tracey was quick to respond!

10/10 Excellent

kyle b.

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

Could not get enough of Stepping Rock!!!

Great house, close to downtown. Communication was quick and on point. They gave directions as to how to use certain things in the home. Plenty of space, nice beds. Great Weekend!

10/10 Excellent

jarod s.

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

Great Stay

Family and I had a great stay. We had plenty of things to do at the property. The kids enjoyed the home and the open space Stepping Rock has to offer. We loved the pool, the kids loved the bunkbeds. The house was close to austin and the lake! The kitchen was fully stocked and had everything we needed!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

About the host

Hosted by Tracey Anderson

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About NEST Vacation Rentals -- Luxury Properties

Who We Are.
Over the years, NEST has quietly become the go to leader for connecting the most discerning guests with luxury vacation rental homes. Founded on the promise of excellent service and luxury surroundings, NEST manages Austin's finest and most exclusive homes available for short-term rental. NEST's concept and unique approach to home rentals can only be found in the management of the world's finest boutique hotels. Our process is designed to delight each and every guest by delivering a unique and memorable experience.

It all began in 2000, when Owner, Tracey Anderson, purchased her first rental property in downtown Austin. That single purchase inspired what has now become a full-service property management company for hand-curated vacation homes. Tracey's passion for interior design has ensured guests are delighted with the luxurious touches found in every home in the portfolio, delivering the perfect combination of comfort, luxury and amenities.

By developing a reputation for excellent service and well-appointed accommodations, Nest Vacation Rentals has expanded to include homes located in downtown Austin, the SoCo District, luxury homes in the upscale Westlake area of downtown, and a stunner in the Round Top/La Grange area, each with its own signature design, atmosphere and décor.
Our goal is never to be the largest management company in Austin. Instead, we focus on helping our guests realize their own perfect retreat—one unique vacation at a time.

How We Are Different.
Each home represented can only be approved through our thoughtful selection process. This process insures our homes meet NEST's uncompromising standards. This selection process separates NEST luxury homes from other vacation rental properties. Tight and uncompromising controls give our guests the quality, confidence, comfort and consistent experience they expect from all of our homes. NEST's guests and owners appreciate the high quality of amenities, concierge services and the true attention missing in today's vacation property experiences. If you and your group are looking for an exceptional level of quality and experience in a vacation rental, we invite you to visit our home collection.

We look forward to delighting you with memories to last a lifetime.

Best,
Tracey Anderson
NEST Vacation Rentals

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Premier Host

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