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Terrace/patio
TV, books
Marina
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

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Austin, TX
  • Lake Austin
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Zilker Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • University of Texas at Austin
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

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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.

Spacious Luxury Retreat: Ideal for Groups, Families & Couples Seeking Serenity

Welcome to Walker Luxury Vacation Rentals, where exceptional guest experiences and premium hospitality are our top priorities. Each of our homes comes with a dedicated team of knowledgeable agents that are available 24/7. Your personal representative is not only well-versed in every detail of the home, but has likely enjoyed it with their own friends and family. They will quickly become an invaluable resource, guiding you to the best experiences and locations tailored for your group.

This luxury waterfront home is located on Lake Austin, where you will be just 30 minutes from downtown Austin yet enjoy the tranquility of lakeside living. The house was designed to bring the outside in with expansive views and has multiple decks and patios to take full advantage of the outdoors.

Relax to spectacular sunsets, cozy up in front of a fire, BBQ and dine al fresco, bask in the sun, shoot billiards, lounge around in the shade, or take a dip in the lake. At Stairway to Heaven, you'll have a lot of choices for where to have fun at this beautiful lake house!

The main indoor living area has an ideal open-concept layout, with a spacious, well-equipped kitchen, dining, and living space. Panoramic lake views are the star of the show, so be prepared to grab your morning coffee or evening cocktail (or nothing at all) and step onto the large adjoining balcony to spend your vacation enjoying the breathtaking scenery.

Downstairs you have another spacious living area with ample, cozy seating where you can spread out and watch movies or your favorite sports.

This property is located in an affluent, quiet lakeside neighborhood which is perfect for family vacations, lake retreats, romantic holidays, and groups of friends. Parties are not allowed.

Important note: Stairway to Heaven is named for its stunning lakeside location and also the stairway of 100 steps leading down to the dock. Also, parking is at the top of the driveway with a stairway of ~50 steps down to the house. This property is not a good fit for anybody who cannot navigate the stairs.

The boat slip is not included in the rental.

Per the city of Austin short term rental ordinance the following rules apply to every vacation rental within city limits, with no exceptions: 1) Outdoor spaces are not available for use from 10 PM to 7 AM, 2) Parties and events are not permitted, 3) Occupancy limit of 6 unrelated adults
Cancel within 24 hours of booking free of penalty!

HOUSE LIMITATIONS: While we love to celebrate special occasions, the property does not operate as a venue. Reservations are for accommodations only. No guests under 25 (without parent or legal guardian). No Bachelor parties. No smoking anywhere on premises.

This home is pet friendly. However, there is an additional fee and damage deposit required.

The boat lift is NOT included in the rental. We also want guests to know that it is not recommended that they tie up their boats to the dock for an extended period.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Lake Austin. Features include laundry facilities. The vacation home offers a kitchen and 2.5 bathrooms.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2.5 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Steps from Lake Austin and Colorado River
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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Reviews

Spacious Luxury Retreat: Ideal for Groups, Families & Couples Seeking Serenity Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.2/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Hayden G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible property with amazing views and access to water… house was very clean and spacious and we loved the layout…Only negatives were the AC stopped cooling the last night (and we didn’t crank it down below 70…) so it was 80 in the house the last day. Also the toilet in the Master has a leaky handle and would run after each flush.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon C.

Had a great time. As other people say, lots of stairs but wasnt much of a problem for us. Cleanliness could of been a little better, but it certainly wasnt dirty. We had so much fun swimming and hanging out at the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph P.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

tony b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good time

Fun times
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Lake Stay

Amazing views, easy check-in. The stairs are definitely a climb but well worth it. We really enjoyed our time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great View

The balcony view is gorgeous and a lovely place to relax. The driveway down is crazy steep. If you dont have 4-wheel drive, park at the top and take the stairs down. The hotwater heater near the master bedroom was very loud and came on periodically throughout the night. The hosts were notified. Overall, it was a beautiful house and we would stay here again.notified
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mo B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful stay!

Neighborhood was so peaceful. Being right on the water was even better. The house had plenty of everything we needed for a four nights stay. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Property, But the Driveway Needs a Warning!

This home is absolutely amazing! The views of the lake are breathtaking, and the amenities do not disappoint. The property itself is well-maintained, peaceful, and perfect for a getaway.However, the driveway is dangerously steep—and that’s an understatement. The property management company simply describes it as "steep," but that doesn’t come close to preparing guests for the reality. My Jeep Grand Cherokee with 4-wheel drive couldn’t make it back up, and I had to call a tow truck, turning into a three-hour ordeal. Clear instructions should be provided advising guests not to drive down it.Also, be ready for a lot of stairs—not a problem for us, but definitely something to consider.Overall, the property is fantastic, but future guests need a better warning about the driveway situation to avoid the same issue we faced!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Niels H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Starting the new year

We are a family of 7 with kids’ ages ranging from 14-22 and loved our 3-night stay in early January 2025. We were lucky with the weather so we could enjoy the patios as well as the large kitchen / living space. Could use another place to sleep like a pullout, since teens really don’t like to share beds, other than that, well worth the money!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Martin J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good but active construction next door

Great location. The only downside was the active construction noise and debris from next door while tying to enjoy the outdoor amenities. Construction workers seem lock eyes on our female guests continously.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brook B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect house

Great views, clean house, close enough to downtown Austin. Perfect for 8 adults.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home.

Overall good experience. Had issue with management company changing the code then gaslighting me about it. Lack of follow up after issue. No consideration in the aftermath even though it was promised.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bobby J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Property on Lake Austin!

Great property and communication from hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot and views of Lake Austin

Great house, the stairs aren’t too bad. The location is perfect and very close to Ski Shores Cafe.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

James R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great space

Perfect place for family get together
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Marcie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great comfortable home!

We loved the location. Beautiful views of the lake. Nice quiet and comfortable home. Wished the fireplace worked. No coffee pot lid to keep the coffee warm. Driveway pretty steep so we parked our car above.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alicia L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake Austin getaway!

We had an incredible time. This property was beautiful inside and outside with incredible views. We loved the multiple levels and activities to do with our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

DeeAnn M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Home and Setting - Stairs are no joke :-)

We rented this home for about 10 days while in Austin moving our daughter from one place to another. We are from the area and knew what to expect, however, please read the listing thoroughly. Anyone who is not prepared for stairs and a little extra exercise may be in for a surprise. The listing is accurate. My husband was able to back our truck down the driveway to unload on arrival and load for departure. Other than that, we parked at the top of the driveway. Unless you are a skilled driver or have an extremely small car. The driveway is off limits, so please don't even attempt it. My husband has a CDL and it was even difficult for him. That being said, we had no issue since we knew what to expect in advance and appreciate the listing details stating those facts. The location on Lake Austin is great and so close to one of our favorite restaurants, Ski Shores. View is wonderful. Mornings on the patio drinking coffee and overlooking the lake when it is calm was the best! Property management was also great in helping with questions we had during our stay and being very accommodating with a portable AC unit when the main unit was struggling to keep up with the extreme heat. The fact that we were able to travel for that length of time with our furbabies was a huge plus as well. The home had everything we could possibly need during the length of our stay. The beds were comfortable. The home was clean. We felt safe and the neighborhood was quiet. Great listing!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John O., Dallas Ft. Worth, USA

Disliked: Cleanliness

One of a kind house, One of a kind view

We had the great pleasure of staying at Oak Shores for an extended weekend. The house has spectacular views from 4 decks at various heights, plus a boat dock. The top and main level has telescoping sliding doors that lets the outside flow in. We had family over for dinner and it was the perfect experience. The house is nicely outfitted with everything you could need and the concierge service will help with special needs. Even the neighborhood was charming.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023