Family-friendly vacation rentals in Bastrop County

Pvt. Guest House. Animal Sanctuary. 10 min to AUS

Want a peaceful getaway surrounded by nature and animals, but with access to all that Austin has to offer? Get the best of both worlds in our private guest house apartment on a 6 acre animal sanctuary. We have everything you need to relax: swimming pool, a hammock, a pond, nature trails, access to Colorado river, and animals galore! You'll literally have birds flying over your head. We're about 10 min. east of airport (30 min. to downtown) with easy access to Circuit of the Americas and Bastrop

Cottage w/ Pool in Historic Downtown

Smithville is a quaint, thriving city with a very relaxing feel. It has numerous outdoor activities within 30 minutes if you enjoy hiking, canoe/kayaking, biking, fishing, etc. The cottage is within walking distance to downtown restaurants and shops. The town offers many great boutiques and antique stores. The cottage is a block from famous homes featured in the movies, Hope Floats and The Tree of Life. You can see the Hope Floats house from the porch! Come unwind and enjoy the small-town life!

SMITHVILLE GUEST HAUS

Welcome to Smithville Guest Haus in Small Town USA! Only 1 block from Main Street featuring shops, restaurants and night life. Close to Round Top/Warrenton, Austin and Circuit of Americas. Take a stroll in town or spend a day in the country seeking out a treasured antique. However you choose to spend your day, know that you will RELAX IN COMFORT at Smithville Guest Haus. We can't wait to have you as our guest(s)! Health and safety are a priority for our guests!! Your hosts, Rob and Sharon

Bishop Carriage House

Your own cozy hide away in historic downtown Smithville, Texas. Private parking and balcony that is on local parade route, where you can enjoy the cool evenings. Complete kitchen with, full size frig and stove and all you will need to cook a meal. Great restaurants and shops within walking distance. Queen size bed and a full size sofa pull-out with upgraded mattress. WiFi and work space. Let’s not forget a coffee station. We do allow pets, but there is a pet fee. Please included at reservation.

Casa Azul - Close to the river, downtown & ATX

Excited to meet and host visitors again! Find yourself in the Lost Pines! Bastrop is a charming little town and a great place to explore the outdoors and support small businesses as you shop & dine local. Our guest house is ideally located close to downtown and even closer to the Colorado River in a quaint and friendly neighborhood. We look forward to hosting you! • If you are traveling with small kids, we are happy to try to accommodate you despite our 2 person limit. Send us a message!

Quaint & Comfy Private Guestroom & Bath.

We have a cute guest room attached to our garage adjacent our back porch. It’s a small space but has all the essentials and is super comfy! It has a full size comfy bed, a comfy chair, dresser, desk, small refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, and 36" flat screen TV with Amazon Firestick. The bathroom has a small shower. We include lots of little extras to make your stay enjoyable. We live in the Historic area of downtown Bastrop. Our home was built in 1916 by my husband's great grandfather.

Colorado River Romance/Glamp/Fish/Float/Pup-heaven

Dive deep into a picturesque countryside haven alongside the tranquil Colorado River. Here, every twist and turn unveils amazing views to become your shared stories of nature's serenity. Join the River RV family of guests. Revel in peaceful nights beneath a star-studded sky, with the firepit's glow complementing the river's lullaby. Experience luxury with a king bed, a fully-equipped kitchen, and opulent theater seats. This is where enchanting sunsets meet dawn's promise of adventures anew.

The Hobbit's Nest

Escape to a world of magic and wonder with a visit to the enchanting Hobbit's Nest treehouse. Whether you seek a romantic getaway or a fun-filled family vacation, this unique glamping experience offers the serenity of nature with all the comforts of home. Resting amidst the lush treetops of Lost Pines Forest, the Hobbit's Nest promises an unforgettable stay where your imagination can run wild and your soul can find solace in the beauty of the natural world in the 42 acre Lost Pines Shire.

Domovina Ranch Cottages ("The FW")

We offer two beautiful cottages (The Hemingway and The FW) that are located on 50 acres at the end of a dead end road. Surrounded by thousands of privately owned acreage, featuring abundant wildlife (deer, turkey, birdwatchers paradise). This is a working cattle ranch so you can take in sunsets as cattle graze in front of you. Cottages are newly built and fully furnished. Lofts for reading, custom tile showers, outdoor fire pits and lounge area. Cottages are located away from main house.

Private, Charming, Loft at Ranch di Serenita

Great for couples (2 adults only, no children under 18) or executives on business. The Loft is a lovely, private retreat above our detached garage located here at Ranch di Serenita. A peaceful place to come and relax. There is a private balcony off the back where you can sit and enjoy your morning coffee as you watch the horses and listen to the birds, it's like being in a treehouse! The sunsets are amazing here! You can count the stars on a clear night. Come enjoy it all for yourself!

Happy Horse Bunkhouse

Located 20 miles east of Austin and 2 miles from the LCRA McKinney Roughs Nature Park. Our 20 acres is a quiet spot conveniently close to the city. This is a one room air-conditioned & heated cabin with a twin & a double bed & a small kitchen. Happy Horse is Elegant Camping/Glamping: the darling outhouse and hot water shower (enclosed but open to the moon & stars) are only a few yards away from the porch. BBQ grill & picnic table a few feet from the porch. Hot water sink nearby.

Lovely one room barndominium - The Bastrop Barndo

✦ A modern, but cozy, 600-sq.-ft. Barndominium with full kitchen and bath, one king bed, living room, closet, Amazon, Netflix, Disney+,Roku, and fast WiFi. We built the barndo in 2022, and furnished it for Airbnb. We have a Roku TV in the living room as well in the master room configured with a Amazon and Netflix set up application, which gives you access to the network, This also allows you to log into your own streaming services such as , Hulu, HBO, Cinemax and so on.