HUGE Luxury houseboat on Lake Travis

Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Interior
9.4
Outstanding(9 Reviews)

Docked boat in Hudson Bend, TX

8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 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 docked boat rental

Are you adventurous & looking for a unique stay? Come hang out on one of the coolest houseboats in Austin! This 80ft home on the lake has hosted big names like Snoop Dog, the Bush’s & more! Tucked away in a lovely Marina on Lake Travis, you will experience peace & serenity during the week. On the weekends, the Marina is fun & lively as the commercial boats charter hundreds of groups. Whether you prefer to retreat from the world, or you like to be apart of the action, this is the place for you! *****Please note: our hot tub is currently undergoing repairs. It is unavailable until late fall 2024.

This unique houseboat is reminiscent of a luxurious cabin resort; you will almost forget that you are on the water! With the best views in the entire Marina, "For Play" is the perfect boat to host your next vacation!
☆ HUGE houseboat nestled in a lovely marina on Lake Travis!
☆ Large kitchen with full-size stove, fridge, dishwasher, wine fridge & ice maker
☆ Laundry area with stackable washer/dryer
☆ Spacious top deck with space to host up to 25 people
☆ Chartered boat and jet ski rentals steps away from your front door
☆ Premium outdoor amenities such as a state of the art sound system, lily pad floating mat & a water slide!
☆ Indoor and outdoor bar area
☆ Primary bedroom with King bed (sleeps 2) & huge en-suite bathroom
☆ 3 secondary bedrooms, each with one Queen bed (sleeps 2 per room)
☆ Beautiful secondary bathroom with walk-in shower
☆ Super cold AC
☆ Easy self check-in

-The boat must remain at the slip
-We allow a maximum of 8 overnight guests.
-The boat is docked in a commercial marina with lots of weekend boat traffic from 10am-8pm. Use the lily pad and slide at your own risk. The Marina, the boat owner & the management company assume no responsibility for accidents or injuries. The best time to do water activities is around 5-6pm, when the sun and boat activity have calmed down.
- Please keep music down between the hours of 10-11am, 2:30-4pm and after 9pm. The charter captains need to be able to read their safety speech on their drive out. Outdoor quiet hours begin at 9pm.
-The Marina charges $20 daily per vehicle for parking. This covers entry into the Marina and use of their amenities (restrooms, trash, security, etc).
-Guests will have access to the entire houseboat, dock and marina. Please be respectful of Marina staff, boat owners & guests; do not wander onto other boat slips or boats, touch items on the docks in front of other boats, or disrupt others staying on other boats.
-Please use a life jacket when in the water. All water activities (swimming, sliding, etc) are at your own risk. The Marina, the boat owner & the management company assume no responsibility for accidents or injuries.

*****PLEASE READ BEFORE BOOKING:

Please note that boats require special considerations that are not typical of a regular home. We want everyone to have an enjoyable experience, so read this section carefully to make sure this is the right experience for you:

1) You will be in nature, so it is common to encounter bugs and other animals. We clean the decks throughly in between guests, but spiders will likely spin new webs over the course of your stay. They are harmless & will help keep the gnats away :)

2) There may be smells or noises that are not typical of regular homes. The most common "boat smell" is from the septic tank. There are special enzymes we use to help prevent & eliminate this smell as best as we can, but please flush the toilet fully in order to keep the boat from smelling unpleasant.

3) Boat toilets will get clogged if you flush anything other than toilet paper; you cannot plunge a clogged boat toilet. Instead, you have to remove the entire toilet from the wall to clear the clog. Please help us by not flushing anything that could clog the toilets. There will be a $200 fee to remove toilet clogs.

4) The electric is run on 2 main lines; one on each side of the boat. If you plug in something with relatively high voltage, it might trip a breaker on the same side of the boat. Don’t be alarmed if this happens. You can flip one of the breakers to get it back online most of the time.

Boats can be tricky and if a major issue arises that we cannot remedy, we are 100% reasonable when it comes to refunds. However, please understand that this is a unique experience akin to "glamping" or RV camping. As such, WE DO NOT ISSUE REFUNDS FOR BUGS, WEATHER, OR ISSUES ARISING FROM TOILET MISUSE.

Amenities

Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Family friendly

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Reviews

9.4
Outstanding(9 Reviews)
10.0
Jul 2024
Wonderful time! Great Houseboat
10.0
Jun 2024
Everything was awesome and the boat had everything we needed! The owner responded quickly with any questions I had!
10.0
Aug 2023
It was such a great place to have for a night on the lake. Wonderful part of the lake. So much fun! I 100% recommend!
8.0
Jul 2023
The boat was amazing, clean, in working order, and host was communicative. The only negative I have is parking. There is a $15.00 fee (which is reasonable) but it doesn’t come with a pass so if you leave you are charged again, security was very rude and 2 guest got flat tires by the rocks in from the parking area.
10.0
Mar 2023
Great space to relax and work for the weekend!
10.0
Oct 2022
Being on the lake was great, property was in great shape and had everything we needed. Boat rentals right there in the marina if you wanted to get out to party cove.
10.0
May 2022
Bachelorette Boat Party
Bachelorette Boat Party
We had an absolute blast hosting my bachelorette party on Frank’s houseboat! Staying on the boat was such a unique experience and vastly exceeded our expectations with how modern, spacious, updated, and clean everything was. There was plenty of room for the 7 of us and we loved being able to have a picnic on the top deck (after we cleared away the cobwebs aplenty, which was really our only minor issue). The slide was also a huge hit, we loved launching ourselves onto the lily pad and laying out in the sun. The guys at the marina were super helpful throughout our stay, from helping us with bags when we arrived to helping us figure out the Bluetooth sound system (which was awesome — playing inside AND out), and even helping us unclog a toilet when needed. Whenever we had a question or issue, it seemed like someone would magically appear in a matter of minutes. Truly wonderful hospitality — something we found there to be plenty of in Texas! We would absolutely stay again and can’t thank Frank and his team enough for making our stay such a memorable, enjoyable one.
6.0
Apr 2022
Pretty good stay on the water
Pretty good stay on the water
Not all TVs worked and boat not in pristine condition. But, we had a good time staying on the water. In general everything worked well and the lodgings were good.

FAQs

How much does this docked boat cost compared to others in Hudson Bend?

The average price for a rental in Hudson Bend is $395 per night. This rental is $462 above the average.

Is parking included with this docked boat?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at HUGE Luxury houseboat on Lake Travis. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this docked boat?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this docked boat. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is HUGE Luxury houseboat on Lake Travis pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this docked boat is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at HUGE Luxury houseboat on Lake Travis?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.

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