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Lake Casita (Monks Drive)

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1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Microwave, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space

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Austin, TX
  • Popular LocationLake Travis4 min drive
  • Popular LocationHippie Hollow12 min drive
  • Popular LocationVolente Beach Water Park24 min drive
  • AirportAustin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)44 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Lake Casita (Monks Drive)

Cute casita walking distance to Lake Travis and the Sundancer Grill. Pferect for a couples getaway! Minutes from the hill country galleria that has plenty of shopping and restaurants. Short drive to the Texas Hill Country where you can find winery's, hiking, and beautiful scenery. Only a 30 minute drive to Down Town Austin! Perfect for those wanting to visit Austin but want a peaceful gateway near the lake. Lake access with the complimentary use of a 2 person kayak and canoe.

Property manager

Blake Wilder

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Property does not allow children

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

Lake Casita
Vrbo Property
Casita Monks Drive Lakeway
Lake Casita (Monks Drive) Lakeway
Lake Casita (Monks Drive) Apartment

About the neighborhood

Lakeway

This apartment is located in Yacht Harbor, a neighborhood in Lakeway. Shoppers can check out Lakeline Mall, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Travis and Lake Austin. JumpStreet and Main Event Entertainment are also worth visiting.

What's nearby

  • Lake Travis - 4 min drive
  • Hills Country Club - 9 min drive
  • Lakeway Country Club - 10 min drive
  • Hippie Hollow - 12 min drive
  • Volente Beach Water Park - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Austin Station - 29 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - 5 min drive
  • Torchy’S Tacos - 6 min drive
  • Cafe Lago - 9 min drive
  • Lakeway Resort and Spa - 12 min drive
  • Sundancer Grill - 6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Casita (Monks Drive) pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lake Casita (Monks Drive)?

As of Jun 7, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake Casita (Monks Drive) on Jun 10, 2024 start from $61.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Lake Casita (Monks Drive)?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Casita (Monks Drive)?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake Casita (Monks Drive) located?

Located in Yacht Harbor, this apartment building is 1.2 mi (2 km) from VIK Medical and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Lake Travis. Brain and Heart Health is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) away.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

4.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Mercedes P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well…
When I arrived, I had trouble entering because of my code not working. I had trouble getting in touch with the property manager, but was finally able to get in. After the second night, the hot water started sputtering and stopped coming out all together. I never got it working again the rest of the trip. That aside, the rest of my stay was fairly pleasant
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tiny and clean
I stayed four nights in the Casita. It’s just as described. For me, it’s all about, is it clean? The Casita was clean. Everything works in the unit. it’s a quiet and peaceful neighborhood and parking is handy. I wouldn’t have a problem staying there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Enjoyed the area
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ali H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what I needed..
The description of the property was accurate, although since I am not from the area, nor had I visited the area before there were a couple of surprises. One was the use of sceptic water for the plumbing. Clearly this is how all the homes used water. And it wasn’t a big deal since I travel with drinking water anyway. Last the low levels of lake Travis were a disappointment. Also just a surprise to me because I was so new to the area. These 2 points aside the accommodations were excellent. The bed was very comfy, and the place was very clean. It gave me the privacy I was looking for to do some reading and journaling. The tv worked, and the point out into the water where the pier was provided a place to hike where I could let my dog run. It was simply magical at night. Just watch for cars!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Casita
Wonderful stay and looking forward to our next stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zack C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and Comfy
Clean and really close to the lake. My wife and I enjoyed our stay on Labor Day weekend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave K., Bozeman, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Guy —
I liked it
Stayed 94 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Electrical indoor is jenky
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Christopher, Concord

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was greeted by a 2" cockroach scurrying across the floor as I went to sit on the bed. The room was tiny. Electricity was conveyed by extension cords and not to code as it should have been. It had all of the basics: WiFi, clean towels, frig, micro, a/c, etc. The front door has a lockbox that was old and broken. The shower had a curtain that was twice the size needed. The bedside lamp still had it's store tag on it. I could go on but in conclusion this property was overpriced and should not be offered by VRBO.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and convenient stay
Everything was exactly as described, and we were very pleasantly surprised with the room and amenities. This is a great location and well worth another visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin F.

Liked: Cleanliness
All you need for a cozy place to sleep
Cute little converted shed with full bath. Great location for my event. I only used the cottage for sleeping and showering. Coffee maker worked each morning to help me start my day. The bed and sheets are soft for good sleep.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lonnie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
The bed is comfortable. Easy access to surrounding areas. Overall an excellent property. Great amenities. Would definitely recommend and book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Restorative Weekend Stay
So pleased to stay at the Casita on Monks Mountain! It’s beautiful and just what was needed for a restorative weekend in nature. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

4/10 Poor

Jayme L.

Not a tiny house - it's a shed
First I want to start by saying that the property manager was very kind and extremely quick to respond. A lot of places had a 1 pet minimum w/high pet fees, and this place was nice enough to let us bring both of our small dogs at no additional cost which I was extremely pleased with. They provided clean towels (that were very rough and thick, but clean nonetheless) and even free toiletries which was a nice added bonus. Those were all the good things. The bad: Driving to the property it seemed to be a great area but as we got a few streets away it turned into a very poor looking, rundown, crappy neighborhood. Broken down houses and all that. We got nervous. Then we arrive. It's not a tiny house. It was a tool shed that someone cleaned up, put a bed in, added an air conditioner, and built a shower connected to the side of the shed. Immediately we regretted our decision to stay here, but we we only needed a place to stay for 1 night so I'm just thankful we didn't pay for a longer stay. The bed was crooked & uncomfortable, like one side of it was higher than the other side so I had to sleep on the higher side & try not to fall inward on my husband lol. The outside of the property was dirty, chairs were filthy, and I felt like we paid $140 to experience the poor side of life for 1 night which is saying a lot since we aren't rich & live in a small apartment ourselves. It's just not what you think it'll be. Summary: I really appreciated the owner's customer service & kindness, which is why I gave it 2 stars but the tiny house & property itself is a negative 10 stars, which I'm sorry to report. Your best bet is finding another place unless the experience I shared is what you're looking for lol.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim Y., Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Adventure
Nice get away to the Lake! Great communication, check in / out was fast and easy. Two great neighbors made the experience even better. Walking distance to “swimming hole” with canoe and kayak was great. Also short walk to fun restaurant with great views of the lake. Grill and fire pit were prefect for sitting out at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ellen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Great
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

4/10 Poor

Kurt D.

La Casita
Not very clean outside. Appears run down; doesn’t look so much like the picture. Very crowded inside. Bathroom sufficient. 1 window missing screen , blinds worn and broken. I feel that I stayed in a tough shed that was remodeled into a bedroom.. overall I wouldn’t recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pedram Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Love the area
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

4/10 Poor

Dina H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Middle of neighborhood!
The room was very nice but the bed was creaky and the host just HAD to use white bedspreads!! There was WiFi and Netflix which was great, but we had to go quite a ways to get to lake access where we didn’t have to worry about being on someone else’s property.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lacey S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Couples Getaway
Loved the “tiny home” experience. Perfect size for a couples mini vacay exploring Austin. Great area for outdoor adventures(Lake Travis Ziplines) or fine dining(SP Brazilian Steakhouse). Loved kayaking on the lake, very beautiful. Definitely would be back to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

brett m.

Liked: Cleanliness
great get away
was perfect close to lake with useable items for the lake. we did not have a chance to utilize to full potential as we were passing through. was perfect for us. would definately stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

CHRISTI I.

Liked: Cleanliness
weekend get away
the VRBO is as depicted. small. quaint. However. it's not an easy walk to the water, more of a trek downhill I wouldn't recommend. The outdoor space was dirty and couldn't be used without cleaning first. This is also a small shared space with the owner. The location of the rental.is convenient to the Lake (by car) the damn. the Oasis bar/ restaurant and Canyon Grill
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Courtney R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and functional
Clean and comfortable with all necessary amenities in a small space
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy stand alone hotel room
We enjoyed our stay as our puppy was quite happy with the accommodations. The little house was clean, well equipped with the essentials (coffee maker and microwave) and was in a quiet neighborhood.. it was a short walk to the lake. Great place for an overnight stay!

10/10 Excellent

Donald L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and wonderful
Blake was great host. Attentive to every need and helpful in many ways to any questions I had. Very respectful and understanding. Would have no problem staying at one of his properties again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021