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The Best Little Shorehouse in Texas

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Property grounds
Exterior
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4672 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

Map
Volente, TX
  • Popular LocationVolente Beach Water Park1 min walk
  • Popular LocationLake Travis11 min walk
  • Popular LocationLakeline Mall15 min drive
  • AirportAustin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)40 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Best Little Shorehouse in Texas

Welcome to this early 1900's historical log cabin that was once owned by Judge Calvin R. Starnes (1885-1956).

“Starnes was an influential character in Texas politics in the 30’s and 40’s. He was an LBJ mentor and involved in the push for funding for Mansfield Dam along with Lyndon Johnson and US Senator JJ Mansfield...
It’s been said Johnson received the blessing of the Texas Democratic elites to run for a US Senate seat in Judge Starnes’ lakeside cabin in Volente.”
-Will Taylor

Property manager

Marcia Kim

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 672 sq ft (62 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

About the area

Leander

Located on the waterfront, this cabin is in Volente, a neighbourhood in Leander. Shoppers can check out Lakeline Mall, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Travis and Lake Austin. Travelling with kids? Consider Volente Beach Water Park and JumpStreet. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving, waterskiing and water tubing adventures can be found near the property.
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What's nearby

  • Volente Beach Water Park - 1 min walk
  • Lake Travis - 11 min walk
  • Hippie Hollow - 13 min drive
  • Lakeline Mall - 15 min drive
  • H-E-B Center - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Austin Station - 30 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Oasis - 12 min drive
  • Quetzal TexMex - 24 min drive
  • Shack 512 - 4 min drive
  • Oasis Texas Brewing Company - 11 min drive
  • Infamous Brewing Company - 20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Best Little Shorehouse in Texas pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Best Little Shorehouse in Texas?

As of 17 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Best Little Shorehouse in Texas on 22 May 2024 start from £278.56, including 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 The Best Little Shorehouse in Texas?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Best Little Shorehouse in Texas?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Best Little Shorehouse in Texas located?

This family-friendly Leander cabin is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Volente Beach Water Park and Lake Travis. JumpStreet and Lakeline Mall are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good experience
Nice house, Marcia is aware and answer fast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace and Tranquility
This cute quaint property was the best way to wine down from a Company Meeting. My friend and I loved the area. I am a sucker for a sunrise/sunset. The view allows a beautiful peak of this on the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaci S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Romantic 2nd Anniversary Weekend
We l totally loved & enjoyed our October weekend at this home! We had easy access in/out, had lunch and drinks next door and even rented jet skis. It was a blast. We enjoyed nightly fires and cooked dinner off the grill both evenings! This home doesn't provide charcoal so if you plan to grill then be sure to grab some before making a 20min drive back into town. Overall a fantastic way to spend our 2nd wedding anniversary weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
This property is beautiful! Decorated perfect with twinkling lights everywhere!! I would suggest trying to get a speed bump put in to slow the traffic down a bit! I pray for rain for the lake to raise!! But it was still a nice time renting a pontoon from VIP rentals and spending time on the water!!! We bought corn and bird seed and the deer came right up to the door to eat!! Would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Quincy and Shamarion W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bitter Sweet Stay
There’s a lot to like about this 1900's cabin with walls made of cement and wood. I emphasize this because in the listing, the photos look a bit fuzzy and a little animated and left room for questioning what I was really seeing. On arrival, we found the cabin to be in a high traffic area, depending on the time of day, and sits close to the street. You park in a narrow space in front of the house parallel to street. When you get out of your vehicle, you may even step onto the street. We stayed on a weekend. Parking was a concern because during the late afternoon/evening hours, traffic increased, and cars and motorcycles would come barreling through. Across the street is a row of bungalows. Guests got pretty noisy with music during evening hours but usually quieted down in the late evening. This was ok. Noise from loud vehicles was more irritating because we were so close to the street. In fact, thankfully, the host left ear plugs on our bed. You enter the cabin through the patio, my favorite area. Spent a lot of time sitting outside. There is a small opening through the trees where you can see the lake. Really nice. Cabin was clean, although scent of air freshener or maybe products used for cleaning was a bit overwhelming. We left the back door open until the scent settled down. The kitchen area was nice with multiple windows which allowed lots of natural light. What I most dislike about the property is the shower connected to the tub. In addition to the shower curtain clinging to my body every time I turned, the water was not hot. It was very warm at best. Also, take towels. Three or 4 bath towels and 2 wash cloths were provided. On the morning of checkout, you will likely get a message, "Please remove all sheets, pillow cases, duvet cover and used towels and leave them in the laundry hamper in the corner of the bedroom. Please leave the kitchen and bathrooms clean: Wash dishes and place them in the rack. Please throw away all trash into the trash cans." Although I was surprised to receive the note, considering what we paid, these expectations are not totally unreasonable. However, I do believe expectations should be part of the prebooking info so I have the option to decide on a different property, maybe a room that doesn't require a cleaning fee or some place without expectations that require me to wake up earlier on checkout day to do cleaning. Overall, we had a pleasant weekend. The cabin served its purpose for us.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristina L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Romantic!
Me and my fiancé booked this place as an anniversary get away. The property and house was beautiful. So sweet and romantic. The host was very responsive. The house. . . I could have stayed there all day. The shower is a bit small for bigger people. But. . . I LOVED IT!! We would book this place again for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet & cozy
Nice getaway. Simple and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl F., Harrison Township

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint, Unique and Very Clean!
We are so glad we found this cabin. Loved our evenings around the firepit! Marcia a wonderful host. She is determined to make your stay perfect ! We will be back !
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris B., Lake Charles, LA

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was wonderful.
There wasn't a single detail that was overlooked. I can't even list all the things we liked about "The Best Little Shore House in Texas" and there wasn't anything we didn't like. We were on a trip to scope the Austin area before our kids moved there. We will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Getaway
Marcia is gifted with hospitality. She included so many details that made for a lovely atmosphere and a peaceful weekend. She was very helpful in giving us information leading up to our stay when the area was affected by an unexpected ice storm. We also walked the very short distance to Billy's and enjoyed their food immensely. It was a gem, and we would love to return at a future date.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023