Holiday rentals with a kayak in Hays County

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 214 reviews

Home in Driftwood

Get Back to Nature at Secluded Hill Country Oasis

Watch sunsets from the front porch, sip a glass of red from a local winery, and listen to the crickets in a haven nestled deep in oak trees. This serene, stylish ranch combines traditional studded leather armchairs with smooth, modern marble. This listing is for one of two homes on eight acres. When renting the home, you have exclusive access to the lower half of the property. This includes the garden, the fire pit, and the pool/spa. (Pool is unheated; spa is heated.) The hosts split their time between the ranch & Austin. They may be onsite in the house next door. Secluded 8 acre hill country retreat. As you drive the winding roads, you'll weave around to find a hill country oasis far away from any worries. Nestled deep in the oak trees outside Driftwood, a calm peacefulness welcomes all at Olinca Ranch. Olinca Ranch - where the sun sets to find the bright stars, with no light pollution or a neighbor in sight! Ahhh, the country sounds of whippoorwill's, crickets, and cicadas encompasses you. Take a deep breath and relax! Enjoy the 40 foot modern pool during the day and the heated spa under the moonlight. Exchange stories around the fire pit with a nice glass of red from one of the local wineries. Watch a sunset from the front porch or relax and smoke a cigar in the covered back porch with an evening Old Fashioned. Whatever you decide, you'll find serenity and depart with warm memories. Guests will have exclusive use to the pool, garden, fire pit, yard and pool toys in the barn. Park in the gravel parking lot - do NOT drive through the rock wall entrance to the garden. The property owners may be on site in the main house. If you desire total seclusion, please request or message us to see if it can be accommodated. Feel free to reach out with any questions or for any recommendations!

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Cabin in Wimberley

4.82 out of 5 average rating, 216 reviews

Cypress Creek Cabin

Cypress Creek Cabin is a much-loved family getaway in the heart of Wimberley. The property boasts beautiful trees, shade on the creek, and easy access to the spring fed water. A short stroll down the lane gets you to Wimberley Town Square for shopping, dining, art galleries, and the charming small-town experience that Wimberley offers. While close to it all, the location and geography provide for a peaceful and private retreat. You can't beat the location. Please note regarding Creek conditions.

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 421 reviews

Home in Wimberley

Laura's River Lodge - With Big Toys-Kayaks, tubes!

Skip across lazy Edgewater Dr., grab your provided kayak, and launch into the jade water at your private Blanco River frontage. Throw some juicy steaks on, blend some Margaritas, soak in the hot tub. Come relax - it doesn't get much better than this! Ask us for a seasonal discount for stays lasting 28+ days, Sept. through March, or book for 6 nights and get the 7th night free! For these discounts, message us with your dates, number of people and pets, and we’ll send you back a Special Offer.

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 422 reviews

Cabin in Wimberley

Blue Cabin On The River w/ Hot Tub

Cabin with private river access and hot tub is just what you're hoping for. Master bedroom is set apart from the cabin downstairs with copper tub, open shower, king bed, flat screen TV, and private entrance. Main part of cabin has 2 bedrooms upstairs, 1 queen bed, other with bunk bed(twin & full). Also, a nice kitchen, dining room, and living room with flat screen TV, foldout couch, and tons of natural light. Private spot on the river! Market days with over 700 vendors 1st weekend of the month.

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 286 reviews

Guest suite in Austin

Casita Bonita. Private getaway in the heart of Tx

Private guesthouse separated by a breezeway, not connected to main house. Across street from huge park, nestled in a peaceful SE Austin neighborhood, 2 miles from McKinney Falls State Park, 5 miles from COTA, with 6 food trucks and a coffee truck just few mins walking distance from the house. The walkway leads you to the entrance of private Efficiency w/ keyless entry. Inside enjoy a seating & working area. The casita can accommodate 3 guests comfortably. Please review all details in listing.

Superhost

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 152 reviews

The River House Guadalupe

Welcome to Fluss Haus Guadalupe located on 1 acre on the beautiful Guadalupe River in the Texas Hill Country! Enjoy your own private river access right in our shady backyard, or travel just 5 mins to the Horseshoe or Canyon Lake, 20 mins to Historic Gruene, or 25 mins to Schlitterbahn in New Braunfels. This property offers a great river house (Fluss Haus) experience for those looking to relax and enjoy time with friends & family in the Texas Hill Country. Pet friendly! (2 pet limit, small fee)

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviews

Couple’s lake view getaway! kayaks, bikes & more!

☀️ Relax and unwind at this stylish second floor Canyon Lake retreat! ☀️ ☕️ Enjoy morning coffee on the deck with stunning lake views, and rest easy on our rave-reviewed Nectar mattress. Just an hour from San Antonio and 30 minutes to New Braunfels and Gruene, you’ll have endless outdoor fun and local attractions nearby. ⛰️ Whether you're here to relax or explore, this peaceful, country getaway is the perfect spot to recharge and enjoy the beauty of the Texas Hill Country.

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 139 reviews

Hm w/IslandView-Kayak & GolfCart rental Available!

Welcome to Island View Retreat! Get ready for Lake View Fun! Our Huge 900 ft covered deck is BBQ central, with boat-watching views. Sip morning coffee or evening wine while deer play. Quick drive to Comal Park and local eats. Your perfect getaway starts here! Enjoy amazing views, kayaking, paddle boarding, and feeding deer. Want some catering magic or a fridge full of favorites? We've got surprises like flowers, balloons, and charcuterie boards to jazz up your vibe! 🌞🚤🍔🍷

5 out of 5 average rating, 109 reviews

Guest house in Austin

Modern Casita featured by Dwell. Pool + HotTub.

Stylish backyard casita with pool and hot tub. Short walk to Uchi, Alamo Drafthouse, and Barton Springs. 5 minutes to Zilker Park / Greenbelt. 2 miles to Downtown. 1.5 miles to S. Congress. Outdoor ping pong. 1GB Internet. Full bath as well as private outdoor shower. Natural Gas BBQ grill. Tankless water heater. No kitchen - mini-fridge and coffee station at bar. Owners live in front house but you will have pool, backyard and casita all to yourselves.

Superhost

Home in Wimberley

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 100 reviews

Blanco Riverfront Bliss! Half mile to Downtown!

Enjoy the beautiful Blanco River in your backyard! Welcome to our beautiful riverfront home in Wimberley. Only 1/2 mile from Downtown Wimberley, restaurants, shopping and all of the activities that the Texas Hill Country has to offer. This two bedroom, two bath Spanish style home with amazing views has all of the comforts of home. Dine al fresco on our expansive deck, enjoy three fireplaces and beautiful scenery!

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 156 reviews

Treehouse in Wimberley

Magical Treehouse with Swinging Daybed,Outdoor Tub

Perched among the treetops, The Lux Treehouse is a unique short-term vacation rental in Wimberley, TX, that offers 680 thread count sheets, spectacular views with romantic sunsets, a porch in the treetops for outdoor dining, a fire pit, a full kitchen, an indoor tub and shower, a private outdoor tub, and an outdoor daybed swing and lounge area. The house sleeps four (4) guests in tranquility, comfort, and luxury