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Great for Large Groups w/Private Pool, Fire Pit & Tennis Court– Secluded Retreat

Immerse yourself in nature's beauty while enjoying endless fun activities on this sprawling property.

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Outdoor pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor pool
Smart TV, fireplace, table tennis, books
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 30465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Great for Large Groups w/Private Pool, Fire Pit & Tennis Court– Secluded Retreat

Located in Dripping Springs, just 25 minutes southwest of downtown Austin makes it convenient for a night out in Austin, SXSW, ACL and Formula One, and it’s just down the street from local brewpubs, wineries, breweries, dance halls and amazing BBQ. This secluded and manicured 10 acre property provides ample room for the extended family, large groups of friends or corporate gatherings to take a nice retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life, and unwind with all the fun amenities that make this property hard to beat. We receive constant feedback that the property was perfect and that everyone had so much fun.

Both houses are included in the reservation. No one else will be at the property.

The ten flat manicured acres of land offers plenty of space to feel secluded and enjoy many outdoor activities, like swimming, tennis, basketball, ping pong, frisbee, washers, horseshoes, bocce ball, corn hole/bean bags toss, a disc golf basket, enough room to play soccer, kickball, dodge ball, frisbee or just simply relax around the pool listening to your favorite music and grilling food. We recently resurfaced the tennis court, added a brand new net and installed a $3,000 basketball goal.

Once night sets in the pool house is a perfect place to gather for a movie on the big screen TV while roasting marshmallows on the camp fire. Wildlife is always in abundance, from a wide variety of native birds, deer and the occasional little fox.

The pool house has a large granite countertop, kitchen sink, bathroom, huge six burner weber gas grill, fire pit, 65in high definition tv & direct tv for sports and outdoor movie night.

There are two homes on the property.

The front home is 3,500 square feet with a large deck over looking the pool from the upstairs bedroom. This bedroom has two high-end queen mattresses, a comfortable leather love seat with a twin sleeper and room for an air mattress. This room has 2 closets. The larger (bedroom size) closet is set up with a twin bed and a pack n play for babies.

The second and third bedrooms share a full bathroom and a separate vanity area with two sinks and a lot of counter space for getting ready. Both of these bedrooms have new high-end king size mattresses, with luxurious linens and pillows.

The fourth bedroom has 2 bunk beds and space to set up a provided queen air mattress. The twin beds on the bunks are high quality and not your typical bunk bed mattresses.

The living room is very spacious with enough room to seat a group of up to 30 if you bring in the dining room table chairs. There is a 65in high definition tv with DIRECTV and smart tv programming.

The dining room has a very large table with ten chairs. The counter top bar has three bar stools and the double dining room doors open out to the covered back patio with seating for six.

The kitchen is fully stocked with most all pots, pans, utensils and appliances for preparing a meal.

The second home is 1,300sf and has 3 modern bedrooms. The 1st and the 2nd bedrooms each have a queen bed and the 3rd bedroom has a queen bed and a queen bunk bed.
This house has a second full kitchen, living room, and dining area, 2 full bathrooms and a game room with a ping pong table. It is about 25 yards from the main house.

Most properties will require a late check in and an early check out. We are totally flexible as long as a group is not checking in on your arrival or departure date. Just let us know and we will accommodate.

Property manager

Owner/Manager

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Paper towels
  • Blender
  • Kitchen island

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 6.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Tennis on site
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Basketball nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 5000 sq ft (465 sq m)

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Check-in

Minimum check-in age: 27

Special check-in instructions

The front desk hours vary at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Check-out time is flexible; to make arrangements, please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Toddlers and infants must be supervised 24/7.

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Parties need to be approved before arrival.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Retreat Sleeps 20 Hot Tub Fire Pit Tennis Court Privacy House
Retreat Sleeps 20 Hot Tub Fire Pit Tennis Court Privacy
Retreat Sleeps 20 Hot Tub Fire Pit Tennis Court Privacy House
Retreat Sleeps 20 Hot Tub Fire Pit Tennis Court Privacy House
Retreat Sleeps 20 Hot Tub Fire Pit Tennis Court Privacy

About the neighborhood

Map
Dripping Springs, TX

What's nearby

  • Driftwood Estate Winery - 5 min drive
  • Deep Eddy Vodka Distillery - 10 min drive
  • Jacob's Well Natural Area - 15 min drive
  • Wimberley Valley Winery - 16 min drive
  • Blue Hole Regional Park - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Salt Lick BBQ - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Great for Large Groups w/Private Pool, Fire Pit & Tennis Court– Secluded Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Great for Large Groups w/Private Pool, Fire Pit & Tennis Court– Secluded Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Great for Large Groups w/Private Pool, Fire Pit & Tennis Court– Secluded Retreat located?

This family-friendly Dripping Springs vacation home is located in a rural location, 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Driftwood Estate Winery, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Jump Wild and Jacob's Well Natural Area. Camp Ben McCulloch and Bannockburn Baptist Church are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Great for Large Groups w/Private Pool, Fire Pit & Tennis Court– Secluded Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Steve M., College Station, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really great outdoor space
We had a great time exploring the Hillcountry from this house. The most enjoyable part of this house was the outdoor space with the tennis and Pickleball courts, the pool and outdoor grilling area, and the hot tub. And location was really prime.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home base for a nearby wedding
The house was the perfect home base for our group of friends and family to celebrate a nearby wedding. The pickleball court was a huge hit! Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Jason D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Fun trip and pleasant stay
The house was very nice, but needs some upgrading and love and care. It is a dynamite spot location wise and would be a destination place to go to with some upgrades. Overall a very fun place to stay at with a bunch of friends and family.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding Weekend
My daughter’s bridal party stayed here for the weekend and it was perfect! Boys in 1 house and girls in the other. All of the outdoor activities were a hit! Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Steffani M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family destination!
We loved staying at this house! The property, amenities, & overall appeal of the house was great. The only things that brought the rating from a 5 to a 4 were the AC in the main house not working, scorpions/rolly pollies in the second house, poor internet connection & the main fridge/freezer not being cold. Other than those things, we had a great stay & a great family reunion!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Owen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place in a Great Part of TX
Pool was awesome to have, was a little hot to do a bonfire in June but having the chairs to sit around were nice. Main house has a large room great for getting everyone together assuming you have a large group. Grill worked great, and guest house was nice for having game night. Had a small issue with some of TX native bug pests but Dallas took care of the issue within a day. All in all great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann B., Fort Worth, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The group wants to go back!
Overall very very good experience. We just had a little problem with ants in the big house kitchen, and cobwebs in the small house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Eclipse family gathering
This was an excellent property for a family get-together to see the eclipse and explore the local area. It was a good home base for trips into Austin and local brewery and distillery visits, but also had plenty of things to occupy us back at the house. The kids (ages 2-9) had a blast in the pool and playing tennis/basketball and the younger ones enjoyed the little playground on property. Biggest downside for us was that the house is right off a main road so it wasn’t easy to go for a walk if you wanted. I guess scorpions (relatively harmless ones it seems) are also not uncommon in the area and we did see one or two outside in the evening, but honestly this was also a huge hit with the kiddos, especially when we showed them how they fluoresce under a black light! Overall a great experience here!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet B., Paola, Kansas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dripping Springs location
Our group of 8 adults and 6 kids traveled to Dripping Springs for the family's oldest granddaughter's high school graduation and family get together. There was plenty to do on the property as well as a great location to breweries and fun family things to do. We could hear the music from the nearby brewery and even got to see their Memorial Day fireworks display. We all had such a wonderful and relaxing time! The playground for the littles was a huge hit for them and I love that the pool was not deep so watching kids that don't swim so well was easy. The outdoor TV area was fun to hang around. The weekend stay was great times and I would do it again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home for a large family
This was a wonderful home for large family and friends. We were staying there for our daughter's wedding celebration. There was ample room and privacy for everyone to relax and enjoy their time at the house. We loved the pool area with BBQ and outdoor firepit. The pickleball/tennis and basketball courts and ping pong table were fun as well. The living room with a large couch, chairs and bar area was spacious, and we liked the big dining room table. The kitchen was well-stocked with a variety of dishes, pans and utensils. We used both kitchens, and appreciated the third refrigerator for cold drinks. We appreciated the extra items available, like an ice chest, laundry soap, outside toys, and pool towels. There was plenty of parking for our family and friends. The location of the house was convenient to Dripping Springs, and less than 1 hour to the Austin Airport.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding party
What a perfect space for a large group! We were in town for our daughters wedding. We stayed with her and the entire wedding party of mid 20 year olds. They had a blast in the hot tub, fire ring, and playing pickle ball. We saw the other reviews about not enough towels so we just told everyone to bring a towel. Which big picture was not a big thing at all. The house was spacious and well maintained. We read some reviews about it seeming dated and worn, but thought it was fantastic and well kept. This house does fit 30, so I would expect normal wear and tear just like someone’s normal home. Overall we had a great time especially around the fire ring after the wedding. It was a great place for all of us to hang out and keep the wedding going! We would highly recommend this house to any large group of people.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Diane M.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Mixed feelings on this one
House was in a great location near multiple entertainment venues, however our stay would have been much if there hadn’t been so many things broken and in need of maintenance in and around the house. We could never get the tennis court or pool lights to come on. Several of the toilets would run continuously if the water valve was not turned off, the faucet in the master bathroom was loose, the kitchen sink faucet in the second house was also very loose, volleyball net poles were broken when we took it out of the box, multiple outdoor lights were either burned out or broken, and we were unable to get the TV to work. Several family members mentioned that the 2nd house was not cleaned very well and both sidewalks leading to the pool were blocked with overgrown shrubs. This would be a much nicer place to stay with a little attention to maintenance issues.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Dana L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Needs some TLC
We had a family reunion with the youngest being 16 and the oldest 87. Everyone had something to do which was great. However, we had some issues during our stay. Guys wanted to watch golf on Fathers Day but the main tv wasn’t working. My husband who knows technology like the back of his hand had to spend hours to get direct tv to work but finally got it. Our first night, we went to use the grill and it didn’t work. We figured out it was the regulator so we had to make a run to Home Depot which was not ideal. 3 refrigerators between the 2 homes and none of them make ice. There was one ice tray to make ice so had to make multiple trips to the store to buy ice(it was 103 everyday)Several coffee pots but all were very slow. The owner did give me instructions on where to find a new one in the supply closet which was helpful. The lock to the 2nd house is broken so you can’t lock it from the outside. Freezer stopped working in the main house. Just make sure all this has been addressed before booking so you don’t get frustrated like we did.Owner is great to work with and location is great. Property just needs some maintenance and TLC so others can enjoy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous family weekend
Our family enjoyed a wonderful long weekend at this beautiful property while attending a family wedding. There were fun activities to enjoy, including swimming pool, hot tub, frisbee golf, tennis courts. Two hoses allowed for a quiet house for sleeping late, and the “busier” house with the children. A perfect place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Clifford B.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Wedding Weekend
We rented this house as a home base for our daughter's wedding in July. We had the bridal party and both families staying in the house and it was perfect for all of us. There were 15 of us in total staying at the house, and plenty of room for everyone. Everyone enjoyed the pool and other outdoor activities (July actually cooperated and it was fairly pleasant to be outside). We got permission to host a small gathering of friends the day after the wedding and it was the most fun. Communication with the host wasn't the best - it took several emails to get a response initially, and I had to email the day of arrival to get the check in information as it wasn't automatically sent by VRBO like other houses I've rented, but once he did communicate, he gave lots of useful information. All in all it was a great house for a larger group and I'd recommend staying here if you have need to be in Dripping Springs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for families but needs some items fixed.
The positive things are that it is a very large property with plenty of room for our family reunion. The tennis courts, pool, fire pit, and basketball area were all great. There are plenty of beds and everyone in our group said they were all very comfortable and there is a range from plush to firm mattresses. The kitchen had everything we needed and there are 3 full sized refrigerators and a small one by the pool. The negative issues we had were pretty significant but wouldn’t keep us from staying again. We saw 2 small field mice in the kitchen. One crawled out from under the dishwasher and the other came out of the air vent near the floor under the fireplace. The outdoor bathroom near the pool was not cleaned and the toilet did not flush. The grounds seemed to have been neglected for a bit because the grass was not mowed before we got there and there were some broken toys and trash in a few spots. There had been significant rain in the area so maybe they were waiting to mow. The trash cans had no bags and we had to search between both houses to find items that should have been stocked. Many lightbulbs were burned out, the floor fan is broken as well as a hair dryer. Both pool umbrellas were broken. The prop managers need to check everything over before renting it out to make sure things are working, but the location is amazing and the houses were large and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Joyce P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
House pictured is not quite how it looks June 2024
We had a good time, no pool floats, 3 chairs at the pool is not enough for all the bedrooms this house accommodates. We had a group of 15.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teri B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for our group!
We really loved our recent stay in Dripping Springs! This location allowed us to all stay together in one location for our son's wedding at Mae's Ridge and rehearsal dinner at Deep Eddy Vodka Tasting Room. It was a perfect weekend! People swam, hung out at the pool house, played tennis, and played on the children's playset. It was very spacious!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family fun!
Lots to do on this property. Pickleball, basketball, swimming pool, ping pong. Great place for competitive family members!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome experience
Had a group of about 14 this past weekend and we had a wonderful time at this property. So much to do and plenty of space for everyone. Would definitely recommend this place for large groups.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a big group
Property was perfect for a 25 person group! Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Emily S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Overall the property fit our needs and the whole family had a blast. There was a ton of activities to do that everyone from the kids to the ‘seniors’ had something to do and it was private to us. The house could use some TLC though. The fridge in the main kitchen wasn’t keeping things cold, but thankfully there were others. The dishwasher and kitchen sink head were lose and seemed like could almost fall off. Some of the lights on the tennis court were out. Also, while there were towels at the house, we estimated about 15 each of bath and pool, and since we had a group of about 25, we were constantly washing towels. Some of the things listed as activities we couldn’t find (example: cornhole). However, since there was so much to do otherwise, we didn’t ask the host about it. The host was overall responsive and accommodating though when I reached out to him. Still a great place to stay for the large group, but some TLC would take it to the next level.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great central Texas location with lots of space and fun
We were looking for a somewhat central location in Texas for a family get together of 8 adults, and 5 kids. This met that basic requirement and more. Property is in the middle of lots of “adult” fun…wineries, distilleries, breweries. But the property itself had plenty to do. The pool was a HUGE hit in the Texas hot summer. It was well maintained. In the cooler part of the day the tennis court was popular. Even lights for a night match if you want! The house is big enough (actually it’s 2 houses on 1 property) that you had your own space, but enough larger common areas that we could hang out. The description was a little confusing in regard to bathrooms. From my count there were 3 full bathrooms in the main house and 2 full bathrooms in the second house. The pool house has a half bath. The contact/owner was very responsive prior to and during our stay. The house is not new. There’s some cosmetic or small maintenance items needed. But, the house and pool and hot tub were very clean, and the air conditioning kept up on the 100 degree plus days of our stay. It’s well stocked with kitchen items, sports equipment, etc
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun times had by all.
Property was very clean. Everything as expected. Manager was responsive to all concerns or questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022