Casa del Sol at Lake Travis B&B

3905 Highland Drive
Austin Texas 78734
USA

http://www.casadelsolbedandbreakfast.com

Phone: +1-512-266-7098
Fax: +1-512-266-7268
Toll-free: +1-800-375-7529

General Information

Welcome to Casa del Sol, at Lake Travis. We are a small B&B with a laid-back Southwestern flavor. The cottage has golden faux-finished walls, lace curtains, rustic southwestern furniture and queen bed. The kitchenette has cobalt blue tile, and is fully equipped with full refrigerator, stove, microwave, toaster, coffee-maker, dishes and pots and pans. The romantic guestroom has a private entrance from the deck with a beautiful picture window view of a green valley and Lake Travis. It has a queen bed, private bath, microwave, and refrigerator. Step out onto the secluded patio and deck for a view of Lake Travis. Or soak in the hot tub, swim in the pool, read & relax in the hammock, or even get an on-site massage on the deck, or in your room. Relax and read to the sound of the pool and pond fountains. There is a small meditation garden , a gazebo, lots of bird feeders, bird baths, and birds, birds, birds!!! The flavor is relaxed, romantic, secluded, green and peaceful.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • There are 2 guest accommodations (2 with private baths)
  • Single occupancy rate is between $ 135.00 and $ 165.00
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 135.00 and $ 165.00
  • The rate for each additional person is $ 25.00

Amenities

In Room
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • CD player
  • Coffee/Tea facilities
  • Fireplace
  • Fridge
  • Hairdryer
  • Ironing Board
  • Microwave
  • Private entrance
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • VCR
  • Wi-Fi
On Site
  • BBQ grill
  • Board games
  • Copier
  • Fax Machine
  • Hot tub/whirlpool tub
  • Videos

Other Amenities: Hammock, Near walking trails, Private full kitchen, Barbeque, Huge decks, Pond with fountain

Meals

  • A Continental breakfast is included with room rate
  • Breakfast is served from: 6 AM to 12 noon
  • Breakfast is served in the patio, In room
  • Additional food services included in room rate: Coffee, Juice, Afternoon tea, Fruit
  • Special meals available: Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian

Policies

  • Minimum stay required (2 nights on weekends)
  • Smoking is allowed in limited areas (outside only)
  • Limited accommodations for guest pets (short term, inside room only)
  • Limitations on children staying (Infants and over 18. Pool liability.)
  • No childcare is provided
  • Deposit amount required ($135-$165 (one night))
  • Check in time is 3 PM and Check out time is 12 noon
  • Cancellations:
    Due to our small intimate setting, a 7 day advance notice of cancellation must be given. The entire stay will be charged unless we can re-book the room. For holiday weekends, or major holidays, we require 14 days advance notice of cancellation, or the entire stay will be charged unless we rebook the room. For bookings that are more than 3 days long, we require 14 days notice or the entire booking will be charged unless we can rebook the room.
  • Accepted by the following agencies:
    • Chamber of Commerce

Property Features

Property Noted For
  • Eclectic Austin ambiance
  • Lake activities
  • Lake view restaurants
  • Southwestern style
  • Zen garden flavor
  • Business travel
  • Economical rates
  • Excellent views
  • Family Travel
  • Fitness
  • Honeymoons
  • Nature
  • Peaceful getaway
  • Romantic escape
Establishment Type
  • Bed and Breakfast
  • Guest Cottage

Property Details

  • Architectural style is Southwest style cottage
  • Built in 1970
  • Opened for business in 1996
  • Restored / Remodeled in 1996
  • Access for the disabled is limited
  • Parking available (lots of parking, even for boats)

Location

  • Geographic region: Texas Hill Country
  • Location is best described as: Hill country, close to Lake Travis, Countryside
  • Nearest major city: Austin, TX (15 miles east)
  • Directions to property:
    From I-35, take the RR 2222 exit, going west. You'll meander through town a few miles. After you pass under the Loop 1 overpass, veer right at the 3rd stoplight, and continue west about 8 miles until you reach a stoplight at Hwy 620. Turn left onto 620 and go 4 miles. You will cross the bridge over the Colorado River at Mansfield Dam. After the bridge, take your SECOND left, Highland Drive. Casa del Sol is at 3905 Highland Drive. It's the 4th house on the left, and has a bamboo fence around it.
  • Nearest major airport: AUS 25 miles
  • Directions from airport:
    From Austin Bergstrom International Airport, turn left onto Highway 71, going west. When you reach I-35, exit heading north. From I-35, the above directions apply.

Innkeepers

  • Innkeeper(s): Cata Low & Doug Miller
    Doug and Cata are long-time Austinites who enjoy lake life!! They have lived from the Bahamas to Brazil, and love exploring. They enjoy reading, hiking, traveling, writing, chatting, quiet, and just appreciating life! They teach an international seminar called Avatar. Cata speaks some Spanish & Portuguese, and does the on-site massage.
  • The innkeepers speak: Portuguese, English, Spanish

Area Attractions

Amusement Park, Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Beach, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Mansfield Dam County Park, near Lake Austin Spa, above Boat ramp, near Omega Institute, kayak rental on site, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Rodeo, Vineyard, Winery, Zoo

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bicycle riding trails, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Kayaking, Mountain Bike trails, Fountains, Meditation Garden, On-site massage, Lake view, Hot-tub, Sailing, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Swimming, Swimming pool, Water sports