6BR Westlake Estate | Pool, Sport Court + Skyline Views | House in Austin
6 Bedroom House in Westlake Terrace, Austin
You come for the Austin skyline view. You leave remembering the Hill Country. That is the unexpected magic of this place, and it captures something essential about what Hard to Leave offers that no other property in Austin quite replicates.
This 5,505 square foot Westlake estate was renovated in 2022 by a couple with two distinct and complementary visions: one wanted a home-scale gallery, a serious kitchen, and architecture worth looking at. The other wanted warmth, livability, and a place where a family could spread out and be comfortable in every corner. The result of that negotiation is one of the most thoughtfully designed vacation estates in Austin — a home where the butcher block kitchen island gathers the whole group naturally, where the lower-level lounge invites long evenings, and where the covered upper deck with its chiminea and views of the Austin skyline creates the kind of moment that guests talk about for years.
The Arrival
You turn onto a sweeping cobblestone motor court framed by mature live oaks and dramatic yucca plantings and know immediately that this is something different. The limestone facade glows warm at golden hour. The covered entry opens into a home where scale and warmth exist without tension.
The Great Room and Kitchen
The great room is the heart of this home in every season. Cathedral ceilings with dark exposed wood beams rise above a floor-to-ceiling limestone fireplace that climbs the full height of the wall. A full wall of windows and French
doors frame the Hill Country in three directions and open directly to the covered deck, dissolving the boundary between inside and outside.
The kitchen sits open to the great room with no separation between cooking and gathering. The centerpiece is a substantial butcher block island with a Wolf and Bertazzoni professional range built directly in, double ovens, a Sub-Zero refrigerator, wine fridge, and seating for four. Deep forest-green cabinetry with glass-front upper shelves, a geometric diamond-pattern tile backsplash, and pendant lighting complete a kitchen that feels like it belongs in a design magazine and functions like it belongs in a restaurant.
Three dining spaces seat sixteen people total: the formal dining room seats six beneath a globe chandelier alongside a butterfly canvas and floor-to-ceiling Hill Country window; the breakfast nook seats six at a round pedestal table with dusty purple velvet chairs and garden views; the island seats four more.
The Lower Level
The lower level is a second complete gathering world. The lounge features terrazzo floors, a second gas fireplace with a sleek dark surround, a large flat-screen TV, a full shuffleboard table, and seating generous enough for the full party. The art collection continues with notable confidence down here — a large figurative canvas anchors one wall, bold typographic works fill another, and the floating staircase with open oak treads and blackened steel railing is a design moment in its own right. A dedicated desk with a printer connected to house WiFi makes this level equally useful for anyone who needs a quiet workspace.
The Bedrooms
Six bedrooms accommodate up to eleven guests across a range of configurations that suits families, couples, and multi-generational groups with equal ease.
The primary suite is exceptional in every respect — a king bed with a tufted teal velvet frame beneath a coffered ceiling with a brass statement fan, flanked by custom built-in bookshelves and views into the Hill Country canopy. The en-suite bathroom is a genuine destination: a freestanding soaking tub in front of an oversized black-framed window, dual floating navy vanities with marble countertops and brushed gold hardware, Art Deco fan wallpaper in rich burgundy and gold, and a walk-in closet suite with custom charcoal cabinetry. The second en-suite queen bedroom is bright and contemporary with a marble-tiled glass shower. The third en-suite king bedroom on the lower level opens to a built-in workspace and private bath. Bedrooms four and five are warm queen rooms sharing a beautifully designed shared bathroom with teal cabinetry, gold hardware, and chevron tile. Bedroom six is a fully configured family suite with a twin daybed, crib, glider, and nature-themed nursery decor. A high chair and baby gates are also available.
The Outdoors
Spring and summer at Hard to Leave mean long days moving between the pool, the sport court, and the covered deck with little reason to leave the property at all. The 750 square foot freeform pool sits on an expansive travertine surround with wicker chaise loungers and stone retaining walls that give the terrace a Hill Country garden feeling. Steps lead up to the covered lower lounge, where limestone columns, a shiplap ceiling, a gas grill, and all-weather furniture create a sheltered outdoor living room. From there, an exterior staircase climbs to the covered upper deck — the property's most treasured space. Elevated into the treetops, framed by limestone columns, and equipped with lounge seating, a ceiling fan, and the chiminea, this deck looks north toward the Austin skyline and west toward the rolling Hill Country. Beyond the pool, the estate's 2.8 acres include a large open lawn, a full-court sport complex striped for basketball and pickleball with batting cages alongside and lights for evening play, and cornhole on the grass.
The Location
Hard to Leave sits in Westlake, a neighborhood built into the cedar hills southwest of downtown Austin that manages the remarkable feat of feeling completely private while being 15 minutes from everywhere worth going. Downtown Austin, South Congress Avenue, and 6th Street are 15 minutes. Barton Springs Pool, Zilker Park, and the Barton Creek Greenbelt are 15 minutes. ACL Live, Stubb's, and the Moody Center are 15 minutes. Lake Austin Marina is 15 minutes.
The Salt Lick BBQ in Driftwood is 25 minutes and a Texas pilgrimage worth every one of them. Jester King Brewery on Fitzhugh Road, one of the most celebrated farmhouse breweries in the country on a 165-acre ranch with live music and Stanley's Farmhouse Pizza next door, is 25 minutes. Treaty Oak Distilling, a gorgeous 28-acre ranch in Dripping Springs with BBQ, cocktails, and live music, is 25 minutes. Vista West Ranch, Camp Lucy, and the full Dripping Springs wedding corridor are 25 minutes. H-E-B, Whole Foods, and a full corridor of local restaurants including Grove Wine Bar, Jack Allen's Kitchen, Sway Thai, and Fresas Grilled Chicken are 5 to 10 minutes from the front door.
Full Amenities
Capacity: Up to 11 guests plus infant | 6 bedrooms | 5.5 bathrooms | 5,505 sq ft | 2.8 acres
Indoor: Great room with gas fireplace, cathedral ceilings, wood beams, limestone chimney | Chef's kitchen with butcher block island, Wolf and Bertazzoni professional range, double ovens, Sub-Zero refrigerator, wine fridge | Formal dining seats 6 | Breakfast nook seats 6 | Island seats 4 | Total dining for 16 | Lower-level lounge with gas fireplace, flat-screen TV, shuffleboard | Gallery-quality curated art throughout | Built-in workspace with printer | Full laundry room | Sonos throughout | All smart TVs with Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV, YouTube TV | Nest thermostats | 1,000 Mbps WiFi | Keyless smart lock entry | Chess and Othello | Crib, high chair, and baby gates available
Outdoor: 750 sq ft freeform pool, unheated | Travertine pool surround | Wicker chaise loungers | Covered lower lounge with gas grill and dining table for 6 | Covered upper deck with chiminea and downtown and Hill Country views | Open observation deck | Full-court sport complex: basketball and pickleball, lit for evening | Batting cages | Cornhole | Full pool bath on lower level | 2.8-acre estate with large open lawn | Cobblestone motor court | Outdoor security cameras on perimeter | 5 parking spaces
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Bedroom 1 – King | En-Suite Bathroom
Bedroom 2 – Queen | En-Suite Bathroom
Bedroom 3 – King | En-Suite Bathroom
Bedroom 4 – Queen | Shared Bathroom
Bedroom 5 – Queen | Shared Bathroom
Bedroom 6 – Twin Daybed + Crib | Half Bath
Full pool bath on lower level, accessible from outdoor spaces
House Rules
Event and Venue Policy: This property does not operate as an event venue. Reservations are for accommodations only. Special occasions are welcome, but the property may not be used as a venue for outside guests.
Age Requirement: No guests under 25 unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. No bachelor parties. Smoking Policy: No smoking anywhere on the premises.
Pet Policy: No pets permitted.
Quiet Hours: Outdoor spaces are not available for use between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
Check-In: 4:00 PM
Check-Out: 11:00 AM
Parking: 5 parking spaces available
Walker Luxury Vacation Rentals is Austin's longest-standing locally owned vacation rental management company, offering local expertise, elevated hospitality, and exceptional stays across Austin and the Texas Hill Country.
6BR Westlake Estate | Pool, Sport Court + Skyline Views is located in Westlake Terrace. 6BR Westlake Estate | Pool, Sport Court + Skyline Views provides accommodation, featuring among other amenities. This House features to make your stay a comfortable one.
6BR Westlake Estate | Pool, Sport Court + Skyline Views has 6 Bedrooms , 4 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 11 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Westlake Terrace has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Westlake Terrace, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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FAQ's
Is this Westlake Terrace house pet-friendly for guests?
No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.
Does the Westlake Terrace house have a swimming pool?
No, this Westlake Terrace house does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.
How much does it cost per night to stay in Westlake Terrace house?
Best-rates for the Westlake Terrace house starts from $913 per night with includes with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.
Is Westlake Terrace house a family-friendly place to stay?
Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is not considered to be a family-friendly property. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has not specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.
Is the Westlake Terrace house wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?
Based on the information received from our partner, the Westlake Terrace house has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.
What is the minimum night stay policy for the Westlake Terrace house?
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Westlake Terrace house indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.
What cancellation policy is in place for Westlake Terrace house?
Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.
