Free Night* I Above Auth Westlake I Pool&Spa I Game Room I Back House
House in West Lake Hills, TX
16 guests · 6 bedrooms · 6 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
About this house rental
*Winter Sale! Buy 3 Get 1 Night Free- One free Sunday-Wednesday night per reservation & must be attached PRE/POST booked stay. Free night does not apply for Thursday, Friday or Saturday nights. Promos may not be used for monetary value. Valid for new reservations booked before 12/31/24 with a stay before 2/28/25. May not be combined with other offers; excludes holidays & local event dates as determined by ABOVE; must be applied at time of booking.
The Above Vacation Residences Difference
Guests trusting ABOVE for their luxury travel learn that the unexpected is our standard. Most of our estates are the homeowner’s primary residences- contrary to an industry filled of those contrived, and sparsely appointed investment rental properties. Our luxury properties immerse guests in the finest of amenities, finishes and concierge services, while giving visitors the true sense of living like a local.
Complimentary Luxury Services Included
Luxury Services for every guest- Our mission is to provide unforgettable service, wrapped within the luxury of a custom estate, curating a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
•Concierge Planning- Our service managers are ready to pre-book the best experiences to make our destinations come alive and assist with any pre-arrival needs for your group.
•24/7 personal House Manager service- At check-in, you will be introduced to your personal House Manager who is carefully selected and trained in the art of service. Our House Managers visit daily and our managers are available 24/7 to deliver that ABOVE 5-star experience.
•We will also delight you with the ABOVE Welcome Experience, daily refresh service, luxury spa amenities, luxury white linens, and more!
Nestled in one of Austin's treasured neighborhoods, The Westlake Estate is the perfect place for any group gathering. The home features a Main House as well as a Back House all on an oversized lot under heritage oaks that are over 200 years old. The Main House has an open living and kitchen area so that no one is far from the action. The Back House has its own living area and kitchen, which is just across the breezeway from the game garage complete with TV, pool/ping pong table and a relaxing sectional sofa. The courtyard features a relaxing porch space with dining and lounge areas overlooking the pool and hot tub. This property is regularly set for 12 guests, but, with homeowner approval, can host as many as 16 guests with luxury Frontgate beds which would also be set with ABOVE standard luxury linens. Additional fees may apply. All guests must be pre-approved to rent this estate. A full guest list will be required.
ROOM DESCRIPTIONS
MAIN HOME
*King Primary Bedroom with en suite full bathroom - 1st floor
*Queen Bedroom with en suite full bathroom- 2nd floor
*Queen Bedroom with shared full bathroom - 2nd floor
BACK HOUSE
*Two Twin Bedroom with shared full bathroom- 1st floor
*Two Queen Bedroom with en suite full bathroom- 1st floor
CLEANING STANDARDS: ABOVE follows rigorous standards using CDC/VRMA disinfecting protocols with increased attention to heavily trafficked and high touch areas.
DISCLAIMER: Room configurations, bedding, decor, and all other contents depicted in the photos may have changed since photographed.
** All bookings with ABOVE must be pre-approved before they are considered confirmed. The ease of “click to book” with our travel partners should be viewed as “click to request.” Only through proper vetting can we ensure the homeowner’s needs, and our guest’s expectations are in sync before we can confirm any reservation. **
IMPORTANT: Our properties will not be rented to any group/event that may disrupt the serene neighborhood. We deeply value our neighbors and thus final approval of any reservation only comes after a conversation that gives us full confidence that neighbor rights and house rules will be respected. NO DISRUPTIVE GUESTS.
The Above Vacation Residences Difference
Guests trusting ABOVE for their luxury travel learn that the unexpected is our standard. Most of our estates are the homeowner’s primary residences- contrary to an industry filled of those contrived, and sparsely appointed investment rental properties. Our luxury properties immerse guests in the finest of amenities, finishes and concierge services, while giving visitors the true sense of living like a local.
Complimentary Luxury Services Included
Luxury Services for every guest- Our mission is to provide unforgettable service, wrapped within the luxury of a custom estate, curating a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
•Concierge Planning- Our service managers are ready to pre-book the best experiences to make our destinations come alive and assist with any pre-arrival needs for your group.
•24/7 personal House Manager service- At check-in, you will be introduced to your personal House Manager who is carefully selected and trained in the art of service. Our House Managers visit daily and our managers are available 24/7 to deliver that ABOVE 5-star experience.
•We will also delight you with the ABOVE Welcome Experience, daily refresh service, luxury spa amenities, luxury white linens, and more!
Nestled in one of Austin's treasured neighborhoods, The Westlake Estate is the perfect place for any group gathering. The home features a Main House as well as a Back House all on an oversized lot under heritage oaks that are over 200 years old. The Main House has an open living and kitchen area so that no one is far from the action. The Back House has its own living area and kitchen, which is just across the breezeway from the game garage complete with TV, pool/ping pong table and a relaxing sectional sofa. The courtyard features a relaxing porch space with dining and lounge areas overlooking the pool and hot tub. This property is regularly set for 12 guests, but, with homeowner approval, can host as many as 16 guests with luxury Frontgate beds which would also be set with ABOVE standard luxury linens. Additional fees may apply. All guests must be pre-approved to rent this estate. A full guest list will be required.
ROOM DESCRIPTIONS
MAIN HOME
*King Primary Bedroom with en suite full bathroom - 1st floor
*Queen Bedroom with en suite full bathroom- 2nd floor
*Queen Bedroom with shared full bathroom - 2nd floor
BACK HOUSE
*Two Twin Bedroom with shared full bathroom- 1st floor
*Two Queen Bedroom with en suite full bathroom- 1st floor
CLEANING STANDARDS: ABOVE follows rigorous standards using CDC/VRMA disinfecting protocols with increased attention to heavily trafficked and high touch areas.
DISCLAIMER: Room configurations, bedding, decor, and all other contents depicted in the photos may have changed since photographed.
** All bookings with ABOVE must be pre-approved before they are considered confirmed. The ease of “click to book” with our travel partners should be viewed as “click to request.” Only through proper vetting can we ensure the homeowner’s needs, and our guest’s expectations are in sync before we can confirm any reservation. **
IMPORTANT: Our properties will not be rented to any group/event that may disrupt the serene neighborhood. We deeply value our neighbors and thus final approval of any reservation only comes after a conversation that gives us full confidence that neighbor rights and house rules will be respected. NO DISRUPTIVE GUESTS.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Gym or Fitness Center
Garden
Family friendly
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Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
My group and I came into town for a UT football game. The house was exactly as advertised. We had a fantastic stay and were impressed by house close everything was. Between the campus + downtime Austin, it felt like everything was a maximum 15 minute uber.The staff at Above communicated with us very well.
10.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a wonderful stay at Above Austin Authentic Westlake. The house was as described and perfect for a large group. The Above team was very attentive and helpful.
10.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
I just got back from the most amazing stay at this property for my bachelorette. Everything about this home and ABOVE absolutely exceeded expectations and it was the most wonderful weekend. I would 10000% recommend this property.
10.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The stay was nice. The crew at Above Austin were all nice and easy to get along with. The pictures don't do this place justice. The house and guest house are very spacious and the location is ideal. One is less than 15 min from everything in Austin. If I have a need for a large group space again in Austin, I will rent this place again.
10.0 / 10.0
The house had everything we hoped for... great place to hang for the day and close to town. Highly recommended!
10.0 / 10.0
Property staff was on-call the whole time we were there. Great stay overall.
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful setting and great property for a family 70th birthday. Above did a fantastic job of setting us up and taking care of us throughout the weekend. I recommend this property.
8.0 / 10.0
Nice home
Overall a nice stay, clean, well kept and a lot to do. Pool, ping pong, great ac, and up kept. However we were let down on the room situation with the added beds as the post mentioned it could sleep up to 14. This meant added beds in a office with a desk and furniture so it wasn’t actually suited as a sleeping space. There was also pictures of the families and there clothes in drawers and closets. I wish this was communicated better
10.0 / 10.0
Austin F1 Experience
Property is well managed and Ronaldo, our host manager did a great job walking us through the property and assisting with any items we needed to make our stay more enjoyable.
6.0 / 10.0
Disappointing in most regards
Overall, I was very disappointed in this rental for the price charged. This was priced at a premium and the experience was well short of a premium one.
The owner left their personal items in bedrooms and the kitchen. There was no closet space to hang items. We were there for a week and lived out of our suite cases. All drawers in the bedrooms were full with homeowner items. The bathroom drawers were full too - home owner toiletries, hair brushes, etc. The upstairs bedrooms had a substantial amount of childhood photos, trophies, pictures from childhood - so many my daughters felt uncomfortable sleeping in those bedrooms. The kitchen intermingled drawers for renter use with drawers with personal effects. The kitchen pantry again mixed home owner items with the trash bins they ask you to use. There was no place but the kitchen counters to store non-perishable groceries for the week. There are a lot of family pictures in most room - dining room (2 of 3 walls), living room, both upstairs bedrooms, master bedroom, in the coach house. For a rental property the owner should make the decor much more neutral than presented.
Second, the rules for the hot tub and pool could have been better disclosed. The owner requires the property manager to come on and off the property each time the hot tub is turned on and off! This was unsettling at best and negatively impacted our ability to settle in and enjoy. The hot tub has to go off at 10:00 pm even on weekends even if there is no noise from the guests. The pool lights did not turn on.
The property management company was pleasant and had consistently good communication. They admitted to a ball being dropped along the way and it should have been communicated to us prior to check in the home was homeowner occupied. I'm an experienced renter and have not seen a home presented this way before. They attempted to move us to another home but there was no availability.
10.0 / 10.0
Wish we could stay longer!
So glad we booked this place! The house is awesome - it’s designed for both relaxation and fun in a beautiful neighborhood. Our house manager, Alexandrea, was incredible and made our stay extra special and comfortable. Everything was set up beautifully upon our arrival. The house comfortably slept our group of 15.
8.0 / 10.0
Lovely Property for Family Gathering
The property was very clean, and the main living area was spacious. The pool and yard were lovely, and we enjoyed watching the deer in the back of the property. It was challenging for our party of 9 adults and a baby that one of the showers was broken, and I was notified only two days before arrival. Nevertheless, this was a nice location for our family gathering, and we really enjoyed our stay.
It was a pleasure working with the Above Realty Group. Conor in Guest Services was so helpful before arrival. The House Manager, Alexandrea, was wonderful! There were several maintenance issues involving power to plugs, fans, outside lights, dishwasher, and internet service. She was very prompt in addressing these issues and any other request we had. She even surprised us with pastries one morning. The Above team is excellent!
10.0 / 10.0
Great stay, exceeded expectations
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our group really enjoyed our stay at The Authentic Westlake Estate. Accommodations were well appointed, and amenities (pool, jacuzzi, ping-pong table) were great additions. The house including rooms, bathrooms and kitchen were all clean, and we felt like we had everything we needed.
Equally if not more impressive was the ABOVE staff. The concierge services made scheduling activities including a pontoon boat ride were very helpful. Ronie, our house manager went above and beyond to make sure we were all comfortable, happy, and even at times well fed and hydrated! He took the initiative on several occasions to bring us items we needed even without us asking (ex. waffles for breakfast). He was personable and attentive, and I could see him getting along with all different groups and types of people.
All in all, great stay.
Equally if not more impressive was the ABOVE staff. The concierge services made scheduling activities including a pontoon boat ride were very helpful. Ronie, our house manager went above and beyond to make sure we were all comfortable, happy, and even at times well fed and hydrated! He took the initiative on several occasions to bring us items we needed even without us asking (ex. waffles for breakfast). He was personable and attentive, and I could see him getting along with all different groups and types of people.
All in all, great stay.
10.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our group really enjoyed our stay at The Authentic Westlake Estate. Accommodations were well appointed, and amenities (pool, jacuzzi, ping-pong table) were great additions. The house including rooms, bathrooms and kitchen were all clean, and we felt like we had everything we needed.Equally if not more impressive was the ABOVE staff. The concierge services made scheduling activities including a pontoon boat ride were very helpful. Ronie, our house manager went above and beyond to make sure we were all comfortable, happy, and even at times well fed and hydrated! He took the initiative on several occasions to bring us items we needed even without us asking (ex. waffles for breakfast). He was personable and attentive, and I could see him getting along with all different groups and types of people.All in all, great stay.
10.0 / 10.0
Great Rental in Austin
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
House was well located and maintained. Great layout for our group of family with teens. Home had everything we needed and manager was very responsive to any and all questions. Definitely recommended.
8.0 / 10.0
Great Rental in a cozy neighborhood
Overall the house was nice and clean. Neighborhood was great making the drive into downtown Austin convenient. Only hidden cost was the jacuzzi heater & pool which you can opt out to get or not. Will definitely stay again.
10.0 / 10.0
Can’t beat this place for a large party
Everything went smoothly and everyone was comfortable with their own bed.
10.0 / 10.0
Great place
12 of us—all professionals in our early/mid 30’s—stayed here for a bachelor party weekend. The layout of the place is great and pictures don’t do it justice. The Ty and Sherie from Arrive were great and very accommodating. The space was fine for 12 people, but would be more comfortable for 8 or fewer. But I would definitely stay again.
10.0 / 10.0
Renters heaven!
This property was truly a one of a kind experience. It has two homes on the property with a pool in between them. We so much enjoyed laying by this private pool, playing some washers in the back yard, and hanging out in the turfed garage playing some ping pong. We never wanted to leave this property!
5.0 / 10.0
This property was truly a one of a kind experience. It has two homes on the property with a pool in between them. We so much enjoyed laying by this private pool, playing some washers in the back yard, and hanging out in the turfed garage playing some ping pong. We never wanted to leave this property!
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful Property and Very Nice House
Very nice property and we had a great time. There are a few items to be aware of.
1. The pool is not as big as it looks in the picture.
2. The management company comes in with a sheet full of rules and fines attached when you arrive and ask you to sign it. I reluctantly did but marked out the $1,000 fine if a neighbor calls and says we were too loud. Really?!? There is no smoking outside, another big fine for that etc. etc. etc. Also the managers drop by everyday to check up on the house. Overall everything went smoothly and I got the deposit back. Just made me feel a little like being in a college dormitory instead of a luxury home.
On the plus side the managers were available and ready to do anything for us. The hot tub heater wasn’t working (which was additional to have turned on) so the my got someone out very quickly and didn’t waived that fee. The also setup additional beds for our big group for a fee but it was a big help.
10.0 / 10.0
Absolutely incredibly, so thankful!
I am so thankful for ARRIVE property management. The house was incredibly, perfect for our group. The pool was perfect for the hot weather and there was plenty of room in the front and back house. ARRIVE was amazing with anything I needed help with. Sherie helped us book a river float and was incredibly accommodating. She answered any questions immediately and was so kind through changes in our schedule. Sean our on site contact was so wonderful. She was amazing about checking in on us, seeing if we needed anything, and answering any questions. I am so so grateful for ARRIVE and the house. Seriously, the weekend was great because of the ARRIVE team. I cannot reccommend them enough!
10.0 / 10.0
Fantastic home in a perfect spot!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
I can't say anything but good things about my experience. The location and accommodations were great. We all slept comfortably and loved all the amenities. Most importantly, the property managers were so accommodating of our group. They made sure we had everything we needed for a fantastic trip.
10.0 / 10.0
Perfection in Austin
Ideally situated home on the edge of Downtown Austin - just a short Uber ride away from key attractions like Rainey and 6th Street. Would highly recommend for groups looking to be together versus split up in a hotel. Pride of ownership shows throughout - a comfortable and welcoming retreat.
10.0 / 10.0
Guys weekend- one for the books
We had our guys weekend here and it was awesome. The House was cool and fit all of us perfectly. We used the ping pong/pool table a lot of the time and we used the pool a ton. We grilled some, but went downtown to Rainey street to have dinner and go out after a few times, too. I would suggest Rainey, if you haven’t been. Great house. We had a great time.
10.0 / 10.0
Fantastic!
The minute I saw this house I knew this was the one I wanted to rent for the weekend. A group of couples I put together came into Austin to enjoy the weekend and this was truly the perfect place for us. The dynamic of having two houses on the property is really what sold the group. The main house was for the girls and the back house was for all the guys. It really worked out perfectly. The back house has a poker table which was a lot of fun to use and it also has a backyard with washers and horseshoes! Located right next to the back house and in the garage is the game room with a pool table, ping pong table, darts. We spent so much time around the pool and truly couldn't have asked for a better place to stay. We thought we were going to spend most of the weekend in the city but ended up spending most of it at the house. The entire staff at ARRIVE is what took our stay to the next level. They are all so personable and ready to help in any capacity that they can. I would recommend staying at this house and using ARRIVE!
10.0 / 10.0
great house for group weekend
We rented the house with 13 guests and the space was perfect to comfortably sleep everyone (extra cots were brought in). The common patio/pool area between the houses, teh game room, and the big house living room were great social spaces.
It's a quick drive to downtown Austin and convenient to grab ubers.
The hosting company was very attentive offering services throughout the stay, meeting us at the house and including a welcome basket for our group.
Great house for a group run by a great hosting company
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in West Lake Hills?
The average price for a rental in West Lake Hills is R 13,611 per night. This rental is R 20,059 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Free Night* I Above Auth Westlake I Pool&Spa I Game Room I Back House. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Free Night* I Above Auth Westlake I Pool&Spa I Game Room I Back House. Enjoy the water!
Is Free Night* I Above Auth Westlake I Pool&Spa I Game Room I Back House pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Free Night* I Above Auth Westlake I Pool&Spa I Game Room I Back House?
We found 14 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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