I spent a weekend here for a bachelor party and had an absolute blast. Any man's man can tell the…read moreowner went to great lengths to cram as much fun into one floating vessel as possible. The pool table and shuffleboard are cool, but I feel what sets this place apart are the rope swing (off the roof) and the fish light that allows the party to continue IN the water long after the boats have docked. It is a bit of a trek by car, but stock up on groceries and you don't have to leave for anything. If you have a boat, even better. Head out to your favorite waterfront bar, pick up some friends and head back to the house for the afterparty - you won't disturb anyone.

We have been going to the Float House now for over 5 years, usually several times a year. We just…read morereturned from an incredibly fun 2023 Memorial Day weekend there with 5 friends and our dog. Despite the historically low water levels, we could not have had a better time, as always. The owners have gone to incredible lengths to ensure that The Famous Float House continues to deliver on its reputation as one of the most fun, uniquely situated, spots on all of Lake Travis for all ages. And like we always do, we were totally able to rent a Tri-toon boat from a local marina and motor it into the canal where the Float House is located and then use the awesome motorized dingy the Float House owners provide to run people and coolers out to the Tri-toon for then our usual amazing afternoon on Lake Travis. The whole thing was a breeze. And the new little motorized dingy is so much fun to have at the Float House to cruise around in and fish from. Anyhow, it could not have been a better, more fun weekend and we can't wait to go back later this season.

My girlfriend & I stayed at the Lake Travis Tree Lodge on 4/12-4/15. It was a birthday gift for her…read more& I chose the Tree Lodge specifically because she likes views. We were not disappointed. The views from the deck & the bedroom are gorgeous. There was always a nice breeze blowing while we sat in the rocking chairs relaxing on the deck overlooking the lake. Bruce met us out front shortly after we arrived while we were unloading our bags. The Tree Lodge has its own private entry & stairway so there is plenty of privacy, but at the same time Bruce was close at hand if we ever needed anything. Fortunately, I know the Austin area fairly well & there were no problems with the room so other than recommending a couple of places to eat & ride (we were on the motorcycle) we had privacy the whole weekend. Speaking of places to eat, I would recommend that you try County Line BBQ on FM 2222. Great place w/ good food. The Oasis is nice for a margarita & a wonderful view, but the food is just so-so & a little pricey for what you get. Bruce recommended a place on Hudson Bend not far from the Tree Lodge (I can't remember the name but it was a Mexican cafe) and they served a delicious breakfast. If you get downtown, try Corazon on the Castle...especially for Happy Hour. Bruce also recommended the Iguana, which is on 620 not far from the Tree Lodge but we never made it there. As far places to see, you should check out Mt Bonnell, which is also off of 2222 about 2 miles past County Line BBQ. The Oasis is a must-see even if you just go there for dessert or a drink. Take some time to drive some of the roads in NW Austin. Also check out the bats under the Congress Street bridge. Go to the TGIF at the Radisson on Cesar Chavez about an hour before sunset & get a table on the patio. At dusk they come out & fly down the river (Lake Austin). Barton Springs is nice & a tour of the Capitol as well. And, obviously, you gotta try 6th street for some good music & even better "people watching". Overall, the Tree Lodge was a great place to stay. The only thing that could make it better is if there were a hammock & a hot tub. The only negatives would be the hot water doesn't last long (just enough time for 2 adults to shower if you hurry) & the fridge is kind of small. Keep in mind that this is not really a B&B. There is not really anything to eat in the Tree Lodge but Austin is like a food Mecca so there are plenty of places to eat and, if you prefer to stay in the whole weekend, you can just bring your own as there is a microwave & a fridge. We plan on coming back again. Thanks again Bruce for a nice place to hide away & for the suggestions on where to ride. We enjoyed the ride out Hamilton Pool Road & the breakfast at the place on Hudson Bend was delicious!

This guesthouse is just what we were looking for to celebrate our anniversary. Bruce is an…read moreexcellent host, who greeted us as we drove up and acquainted us with the place. We could contact him if we needed anything, but we were set! There were helpful reading materials to get to know the area or books just for casual reading, along with a nice bottle of vino to toast to our 34 years together. Such a serene setting to sit on the deck to enjoy the view-- as though we were the only two within miles. Enjoyed the birds at the feeders and bird bath. Very accommodating spacious place for our 3 nights there! In the future we'd make this our place to return to.

Wow, I'm just not convinced that these reviewers are talking about the same place as where I…read morestayed! Either that or the place used to be a lot nicer and better run than it is currently (which is i think the case). Judging by the beautiful pictures on the website vs what was the present day reality, I I think its the later. The house is nice, spacious, and comfortable. But it's not as nice as what the pictures make you believe. The rooms are cheaply outfitted and the decor is cheesy. The whole set up of the B&B is a bit weird though. Each room has a keyed entry with a private bathroom, balcony, a coffee pot, and mini fridge. Guest pay by the room they stay in. There is a huge common living room, kitchen, and breakfast nook downstairs on the bottom two levels. The top floor has to use an exterior spiral staircase to get back into the main living area part of the house. Luckily my family rented every room in the place for a holiday get together, so we thought we should have privacy and not be forced to hang out in the common areas with other guests we did not know. Well...this was partially true..... read on. So when we first get there, we see the sign for the B&B on the side of the major road and the house is WAY up on this huge hill and has a tiny parking lot that can fit two cars that was full. We park on the site of the road and climb up the steep and very ricketty old stairs to the back porch of the house, and then Esmerelda comes out and tells us we have to go around to the other side of the house, and gives us some directions that were partially coherent. We drive around, and find the other side of the house has parking at the entrance level, albeit very limited and cramped parking on the side of a narrow driveway. Esmerelda is waiting at the doorway and introduces herself and we asked for the tour. She walks us from room to room, not saying much, and was very unwelcoming. She's simply open the doors to each room, anounce the name (which is a color) and then go to the next room. We asked her some questions, and she didn't understand us because it seems that her english is not very good. When we got back to the living and kitchen floors, I asked what was behind a couple doors and was told "NO NO NO" so I shut them quickly and left that alone. Then, we started unloading our food into the large built in stainless steel fridge, and Esmerlda came over and kinda mumbled something as she hurried to grab up food that was in the fridge and take somewhere else. We were under the impression that there would be some food stocked in the house. The pantry area was well stocked with all sorts of dry food, and even liquor....but again we were told NO NO NO. The food that was for us, was in a TEENY TINY mini fridge smaller than even in a dorm room. It included bottled water, yogurt, a couple peices of fruit, and orange juice. So what was all the food in the fridge and freezer and pantry for? The fridge has all sorts of weird stuff in there...including fish marinating in an open bowl of juice. Yuck! And the freezer was stuffed to the brim with frozen foods, mostly meat I think. So, we go sit on the back porch to enjoy the nice weather and notice there is a jacuzzi being filled with water from a garden hose. Not sure why, since it is november and no one brought our swim suits and Austin is in a major water rationing drought. If they had asked, we would have told them NO please dont waste the water. The view off the back of the house was listed as a lake view...and in years where the lake was full, this would be true, as there was a dried up boat ramp at the base of the house. But, as is, we could NOT EVEN SEE THE LAKE. I'm talking at least a mile away or more. Lake Travis was depressingly low. So there is this old weather tattered bar outside that looks like it came from some closed down marina night club with the words "The Blue Fairy on the side" and also these outdoor bathrooms that resembled those at a public pool. Basically a shed made of corrugated steel with no lights inside. Nice. We notice this is the only communal bathroom in the whole house. So unless you want to go upstairs to your room, if you want to pee while in the living area, you have to go outside. Really nice. As we are commenting on all these unexpected and not pleasant surprises out comes this man from no where, with no introduction, no greetings, nothing. He is just walking around. He is probably at least 6'5" and is built like a line backer, is african american, and was wearing athletic clothes with no affiliation to the B&B (esmerelda wore a shirt with the B&B name on it). He had this perma scowl on his face and said not a word to us, but would appear throughout the trip at various points and just walk out...even in sweat pants...make himself comfortable at the other end of the porch, or in the living area, and then leave. We still dont know if he worked there, or was just a crasher?

I will give Roli's one star for the omelet this morning. Other than that this place is a mess. It…read moreis difficult to find. The parking is non existent. Turning your car around on the edge of a cliff is an interesting task. There is NO LAKE. therefore no lake views, no lake activities. Nobody greets you when you get here. The lady we found wandering around downstairs doesn't speak English but we did manage to clarify that breakfast was from 7-9 am. Which it was not. My husband and I are early risers. Nothing was going downstairs at 7 am. No coffee, no pastries. Dark cold kitchen. The room was ok, slightly dated. Stains on carpet, crack in tub, tiny bed. We were in the blue room. I have never stated at a b&b before and if this is any indication how this works I never would again. The Wi-Fi although free does not work. We tried watching a movie in bed on the iPad, no deal. The phone service is limited. They have a collection of old books to read. Nobody answers the phone numbers given for this place. In the middle of the night we were woken to all the noise from upstairs and an odd dripping noise. Water leaking from the upstairs into our place. We called the number to let them know. Of course no answer and no response. We paid $179 for this place through some expedia deal. Save your money. Stay at the red roof inn for $51.

Vintage Villas! Stunning, elegant and perfect for weddings, celebration, and events! My company…read morehosted an award ceremony here last December and it was absolutely fabulous!!! From the themed decor to the menu and delicious five course meal! Stellar experience and excellent service from the bartenders to food service staff--all around! Plenty of parking onsite and very well lit at night. The drive up is steep and it is a pretty winding road at night so just make sure to be safe!

Overlooking the sometimes full scenic Lake Travis is an event center ready to make your dreams come…read moretrue. Although the maintained accommodations are adequate and no available elevators, the staff was more than willing to provide assistance if needed. The catering service was phenomenal with entrees fit for any discerning palate.

Quiet, romantic and great location! There are tons of activities all within 30 mins. We spent our…read moretime at breweries and wineries because it was too cold for all the fun lake activities. The private hot tub with the moonlight suite was the selling point for us and it did not disappoint! The breakfast is not elaborate, but it was delicious. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend this B&B to family and friends.

We were at Moonlight suite. We really enjoy the quiet and relaxing place. But Not much of lake…read moreview. It's very far away. The room was clean. The housekeeper was friendly, she come to refresh our room each day. Please notice the breakfast is continental style, not too much. If you want a cook and big breakfast, this place is not for you. Don't bother to ask for late check out, housekeeper work for a certain time, so if you stay late you need to give housekeeper a good tip (per owner request). We enjoyed our stay but note sure to come back, since we like cook big breakfast like other bed and breakfast provides.

I cannot say enough good things about Tranquility on Lake Travis. Being a seasoned traveler, I have…read morestayed in a fair number of B&Bs as well as 5 star hotels throughout the US and Europe. From the moment I stepped out of my car, I felt a sense of peace and serenity. The bed was very comfortable. The bathroom was stocked with fine soaps and shampoos and was beautifully appointed. While I chose not to use the facilities, there is a private workout room. The views were amazing! You can even take a stroll down a nature trail on the property. Breakfast is served on your schedule. Fresh French pastries, fruit, coffee, juice, etc. Fabulous!!!! I will most certainly return! Perhaps when the weather cools off and a wonderful fire can be roaring in the fireplace! Perfect for a single person or a couple. Nathan was a gracious host. He made sure that I had everything I needed and I really appreciated his recommendations on a lovely French bistro and wine bar nearby. Thank you so much for a wonderful and memorable stay!

Stayed at the 3 BR/8 guest house on Aug. 10-13th. I had an issue on the initial booking identity…read moreverification where there was an error on the verification questions. This caused my booking to be cancelled and I had to rebook and reverify. VERY inconvenient but everything got worked out. When you pay $900+ per night you don't want to be inconvenienced while trying to book. The Reserve is a nice community, but like all managed "premier planned" suburban areas they are very Nazi-ish with rules and enforcement. Again, when you're paying over $900 per night it's very off-putting and insulting to constantly be reminded of the rules. They treat you like you're a college kid trying to sneak and throw a frat party while you're parents are away for the weekend. Our rental even had cameras on the house that were actively being monitored (details below). VALUE: I don't normally complain about price so I won't do it here. Let's just say that this place is expensive. I voluntarily paid the money but it's a high price. HOUSE: Nice place, very clean. Premium decor - Texas modern rustic. Complimentary prosecco in the fridge upon arrival was a nice touch. Bring your own food/drinks/condiments (salt, pepper, etc.)/ice. All utensils for just about any kind of cooking and everything needed to have nice dinner parties were there. We had an issue with POOL: I did a cabana rental for 2 days at $50 per day. Rentals include a complimentary pitcher of beer or margarita per day. Pool was nice and in good shape. Lazy river, kids pool and infinity pool as well as swim up bar and snack bar are all part of the pool. You aren't allowed to bring any alcoholic beverages, food, or coolers into the pool area. They did allow us to bring an individual cup or water bottle. They will search your bags for food/alchohol/etc. if you bring large bags. LOCATION: Be prepared to drive 40 minutes to anywhere. There's enough restaurants, entertainment, etc. 45 minutes away. All-in-all this was a good place to stay. The main reason this is not a 5-Star review is because I was contacted by TurnKey with a threatening call because the management/owner were watching us on the Arlo/Netgear camera (Nazi-ish) on the back patio (there's a camera on the front porch and back patio) and thought that one of my guests was on the back patio smoking. None of us are smokers and it was insulting for them to accuse us of smoking (I'll say it again for emphasis... when you're paying over $900 per night).

The Reserve is pretty much like a resort get away! This place is definitely what I would call…read moreposh. My cousin and his family have a membership here and they invited us to come out for the day. When you are driving out there it feels like it is kind of in the middle of nowhere and then all of a sudden this paradise appears. We spent time at the marina. This was the nicest marina I have seen in the Austin area for sure! I could tell everything is taken care of with the utmost care possible. The marina is treated somehow as well so that the cobwebs and spiders don't take over your boat and slip area, which is super nice and convenient. There is also room for outdoor kitchens and patio furniture at the front of each slip. People have grills and stuff out there too. I gathered that it is a thing to just hang out at your slip area and cook out with your friends and family and you may or may not even take the boat out. After we took the boat out and came back in we road the golf cart up to the lazy river. This is where it really started to feel like a resort for me. They have a decent sized lazy river that is so much fun! There is a swim up bar on one side and the bar opens to the deck area on the other side. There are plenty of tables to sit at and chase lounge chairs in the sun and shaded for total comfort and relaxing. I had a few perfectly made margaritas from the bar and had a wonderful time hanging out with my family and floating the lazy river! The Reserve property is actually pretty huge! They also have cabins you can rent out, tennis courts and a park area. There is lots of places to hike around as well. This would be the perfect family get away spot and it is not too far from other cool outdoor things like Krause Springs, Hamilton Pool Park and of course Lake Travis!

Booked a stay here for a weekend getaway. We called and talked to someone at least twice about…read morebooking. On the day of check in after driving nearly 3 hours... we arrived at 2:30p. Check in is at 2p. No one was there. Not a single person. We called and left several messages. We were contacted almost 3 hours later. By then we had already booked other accommodations. We did get a refund for the the deposit and wasn't charged for the trip. However, it was really inconveniencing trying to find and book another place to stay the day of. We were really excited about a bed and breakfast experience. We were left really disappointed instead.

In a dream my love... you will find my love... A quick…read moregetaway from all life's mess to come to Austin's serene place... summer was at its peaked... chilled at the hammock and pool... this bnb was what I was looking for away from the city... enjoyed every bit of it... price was decent and split with a friend.... would definitely come back and stay for another night... beware of parking across this oasis... that is not where you park.. we stayed on the first floor and would walk up the stairs to find the pool and the beautiful view of the lake...

Love this place! The only bad thing is that they are not Harvest Host members - else we would be…read morethere more often! Best Bloody Mary in Texas!

I love this place. Great vibe. Great drinks. Didn't care for the band. We ended up leaving. Do…read morethey ever get any good rock bands to play this venue?