The Novel Retreat

Austin, 78704, United States – Show map

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Fabulous 8.8
Rated fabulous
5 external reviews
This score is based on guest reviews from several other travel websites
a kitchen with a counter and a refrigerator at The Novel Retreat in Austin
a living room with a couch and chairs and bookshelves at The Novel Retreat in Austin
a patio with tables and chairs on a deck at The Novel Retreat in Austin
a bedroom with a bed and a sink and a mirror at The Novel Retreat in Austin
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The Novel Retreat

  • Entire home
  • 3064 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Bath

Situated in Austin, 4.6 km from Austin Convention Center and 6.3 km from Capitol Building, The Novel Retreat features air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. It is located 7.3 km from Moody Center and offers an ATM. The property provides a children's playground and parking on-site. The spacious holiday home features 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with garden views. This holiday home also includes a patio that doubles up as an outdoor dining area. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Guests at the holiday home can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden. Texas Memorial Stadium is 7.3 km from The Novel Retreat, while University of Texas at Austin is 7.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, 10 km from the accommodation.

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Most popular facilities
  • Parking on site
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Terrace

Property highlights

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3:
1 large double bed
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External review score

This 8.8 score is from guests who booked this property on several other travel websites. It will be replaced by a Booking.com review score once this property receives its first review from guests on our site.

Quality rating
This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Managed by Vacasa

Company review score: 8.3Based on 111,967 reviews from 31894 properties
31894 managed properties

Company information

Vacation Home Management Vacasa unlocks the possibilities of how we enjoy vacation homes. We take care of managing our homeowners’ vacation houses so they can have peace of mind (and their home when they want to). And our guests book vacations confidently knowing they’re going to find exactly what they’re looking for without any surprises. Each vacation home is always cared for by our professional local teams who implement our high cleanliness and maintenance values, while the hands-off tasks of vacation rental management--marketing, filing taxes, and maintaining a website--are handled by a specialized central support team. Our passion and focus remains true: to empower our homeowners, guests, and employees to invest in vacation.

Property information

You'll find the Novel Retreat in the heart of Austin's coveted South Congress area! A 3,000 sq ft, mid-century modern charmer, this beautiful escape puts you within walking distance of Austin's eclectic epicenter. Although this home is close to everything, boasting the best of both worlds, it also carries a sense of privacy and peace. Here, your days can be spent enjoying the luxurious outdoor living space with alfresco dining, a cedar hot tub, an infrared sauna, loungers, a hammock, a wet bar, an outdoor shower, and a grill. When you need a break from the sun, the interior of the Novel Retreat showcases a museum-like feel with its stunning international art, comfortable/eclectic furnishings, and modern amenities. Cozy up on the living room's leather seating while the chef of your group utilizes the gourmet kitchen's stainless steel appliances, ample meal prep space, and many nifty gadgets. Follow the home's fun quirks and carefully curated mementos into the stocked library. Book lovers will adore this space's incredible collection of 1000+ rare novels, two-story library ladders, and plush seating - perfect for afternoon reading sessions.

Languages spoken

Czech,German,English,Spanish,French,Italian,Dutch,Portuguese

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Novel Retreat

Most popular facilities
  • Parking on site
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Terrace
Parking
Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and charges may be applicable.
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Tumble dryer
    • Kitchenware
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bidet
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Hairdryer
    • Bath
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Seating Area
    • Desk
    Media & Technology
    • iPod dock
    • Video
    • DVD player
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Private entrance
    • Heating
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    • Hot tub
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Barbecue
    • BBQ facilities
    • Patio
    • Balcony
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Wellness
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Fitness centre
    • Sauna
    Food & Drink
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Mini golf
    • Horse riding
    • Bowling
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    Outdoor & View
    • Garden view
    Reception services
    • ATM/cash machine on site
    Entertainment and family services
    • Child safety socket covers
    • Children's playground
    • Babysitting/child services
    Cleaning services
    • Laundry
    Miscellaneous
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    Languages spoken
    • Czech
    • German
    • English
    • Spanish
    • French
    • Italian
    • Dutch
    • Portuguese

    House rules

    The Novel Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 16:00

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    Until 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    No cots or extra beds are available.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 25

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this reservation. During your stay you can pay for any extras using Mastercard, ​Visa and Discover .

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Guests will receive a rental agreement, which must be signed and returned directly to the property prior to arrival. If the agreement is not received, the guest should contact the property management company at the number on the booking confirmation.

    Please note that only registered guests are allowed at the property.

    Guests shall abide by the property's policy. Quiet hours are from 22:00 to 8:00.

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform The Novel Retreat in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    FAQs about The Novel Retreat

    • The Novel Retreat has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 3 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • The Novel Retreat offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Fitness centre
      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Sauna
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Children's playground
      • Bowling
      • Fishing
      • Mini golf
      • Horse riding

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Novel Retreat on this page.

    • Yes, The Novel Retreat is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The Novel Retreat is 2.2 miles from the centre of Austin. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Novel Retreat on this page.

    • The Novel Retreat can accommodate the following group size:

      • 6 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Check-in at The Novel Retreat is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Novel Retreat on this page.

    • The prices at The Novel Retreat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.