Lake Lyndon B. Johnson (Lake LBJ), formerly Lake Granite Shoals, is among the Highland Lakes. Having been formed during the 1950s, it was renamed after a popular American president in 1965. This Texas Hill Country reservoir on the Colorado River is northwest of Austin. It stretches 21 miles (33.8 kilometers) from Kingsland to Horseshoe Bay and is 90 feet (27.4 meters) deep. With its constant current, it offers fantastic grounds for water sports, swimming, fishing, or frolicking along the shores just within the Austin region. Horseshoe Bay is an area where the elite resides. World-class golf courses, high-end accommodations, fitness facilities, a day spa, and a marina are available for the celebrities and Texans living in their multimillion-dollar estates. To experience the Texas Hill Country’s premier holiday destination, check out the top Airbnb vacation rentals near Lake Lyndon B. Johnson, Texas.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 11, 2024.
1. Laid-back stylish condo by the lake (from USD 153)
Cool comforts await you in this stylish first-floor condo above the ownerβs garage. This one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit can accommodate up to four guests comfortably. You can bring your ingredients and cook in the open kitchen or grill outside on the balcony.
Stretch your legs on the comfortable sofa while watching Netflix in the living room. As a guest, you can swim in the private outdoor pool. You can also use the social area and grill by the pool on a lovely day.
Top guest reviews
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super clean and bright very comfortable furniture and bed well equipped kitcheni had great wifi and a nice little desk spacebed is super comfortable nice bathroom with big tubit is extremely spacious and comfortable the perfect place to relax after a day in the sunCleanliness:
very clean and stylishdry comfortable & cleansuper cozy clean and comfortablethe place was clean and well appointedextra clean comfy and terrific communication throughoutHost:
great hosts quick response and very accommodatinghosts were very responsive and helpful would definitely stay againtony and jennie were so kind and attentivegreat hosts place is absolutely stunning will definitely be backthey were so friendly and hospitable and available had we needed anything during our stayRead more reviewsLocation:
easy up close parkinggreat location and very nice apartmentgreat location being walking distance to the yacht clubgreat space and location convenient to the resortgreat location right by the water
2. Penthouse unit with spectacular views (from USD 104)
This private penthouse unit is on the sixth floor of The Waters Condo near the marina and across the yacht club. It is fronting the LBJ east side, so you can enjoy a view of the sunrise over the lake from your balcony while sipping a cup of coffee.
Prepare a sumptuous meal in the gourmet kitchen and serve it on the dining table set for four. Wide-screen cable TV is available both in the cozy living room and spacious bedroom. Indulge in luxurious rainfall showers, with free bath essentials. Five guests can enjoy the use of the gated outdoor pool, grill, and social area by the poolside.
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nice furniture leather sectional couch and nice comfortable bedgreat view very relaxing very cozybeautiful home amazing views and very comfortable we would highly recommend this placethis place is awesome the views are outstanding from every room in the placegreat view of the lake and adjacent to the beautiful pool and yacht clubCleanliness:
very clean and updated condovery clean and modernmodern decor and very cleanwas clean and a very nice condoexpect a quiet and clean place to stayHost:
super hosts lightening response timehost was easy to contact and very responsiveeveryone was so nice and friendlywhat special hosts for a special placeeasy communications with ownerRead more reviewsLocation:
great location close to everythingfabulous condo in a beautiful locationlocation was wonderful feels like you're at a resort but has a quieter appealit was like walking into a fully furnished condogreat location and very clean
3. Luxurious home with free parking (from USD 261)
This luxurious home is surrounded by lots of greenery and is near golf courses like Ram Rock and Apple Rock. Upfront is a three-car garage, and at the back of the house is a covered patio with a hot tub, grill, and outdoor dining area. The interior space is stylishly decorated with minimal furniture, tall bay windows, chandeliers, and high ceilings.
Guests can lounge about in the living room by the fireplace while watching TV. You can cook delicious gourmet meals in the open kitchen. All four guest rooms have large and cozy beds that sleep nine guests. The luxurious bathrooms provide hot water showers, free bath essentials,, and a bathtub.
Top guest reviews
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only suggestion was that they could have a better tv/sound systemthe beds were super comfy and we thoroughly enjoyed our staythe beds were very comfortablethe great room with it high ceiling and chandalier is spectaculari loved the big kitchen and the separation of the roomsCleanliness:
great house sparkling clean speedy communicationvery clean and plenty of roomgreat place very clean and neatthe house is spotless and beautifulvery peaceful clean and modernHost:
the owners respond quickly to all questions and accommodated us very wellthe owners were very flexible with check in as well as checkout timesdorel and lidia were great hoststhe house was much bigger than the pictures show the hosts are great with communicationgreat property super clean and quick response from the host definitely recommendedRead more reviewsLocation:
great place and amazing locationwe loved our stay at this locationsuper nice place tons of deer near by very close to the lakethis place near horseshoe bay is a perfect get away for your familythis house is beautiful the location is only a few minutes from the lake
4. Rainbow House II (from USD 166)
Rainbow House II is a lakefront guesthouse on the ownerβs lot, a short distance from the main house. This quaint home is stylishly decorated with smart use of the floor space. With an open concept, guests can move around the living room, dining area, and gourmet eat-in kitchen with ease.
It comes with laundry equipment for convenience. You can stroll to the docks and enjoy fishing, swimming, boating, and kayaking all day long. The property is surrounded by lush pecan trees, ensuring guests a tranquil stay.
Top guest reviews
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they have a huge refrigerator and wificomfy beds and an amazing view of water and wildlifethe kitchen was well stocked there is a washer/dryer and a huge refrigeratorCleanliness:
immaculately clean and well appointedbeautiful clean and modern homethe house is very modern and clean and the beds are very comfortablethe place was very modern and cleanthe unit was clean and tidy and newHost:
the owners were responsive to my questions before my arrival and while we were therejen&erik were great hosts we will definitely be backthey are extremely friendly and are not checking on youanyways it was a lovely stay and they were amazing hosts we picked the perfect placejen and erik were great hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
fantastic location and good fishing and kayakingrelaxing space and great location on the waterloved its close proximity to town and other placesgreat stay location is steps away from watergreat place to get away
5. Tropical condo for four (from USD 135)
This tropical-themed condo sits on the second floor, offering a clear view of the building entrance surrounded by a well-kept garden. The stylish interiors are decorated with nautical accents, soft pastel-colored walls, and hardwood flooring. The single huge bedroom sleeps a small family of four with one deep-cushioned bed and a double floor mattress.
On a quiet afternoon, you can lay back on the L-shaped sofa watching cable TV or enjoy cooking in the fully stocked kitchen. The unit offers indoor dining facilities and a furnished balcony for al fresco dining. Guests can use their blue wrist bands that were provided upon entry to access the beach, fire pit, dock, and tennis and volleyball courts.
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great size place with plenty of room and all the amenities you could ask for in an abnbpools wonderful beach area is great for kidswe had a lovely weekend the apt has everything with some lovely touchesthe private beach is small but really nice- white sand plenty of chairs and tables with umbrellasCleanliness:
the condo was clean and spaciousgreat clean and comfortable condo on lake lbjit felt very clean which was greatgot inside and it was very clean and nicely outfittedthe condo was super clean spacious and nicely decoratedHost:
lisa & cj were also very responsive anytime we had questionslisa and cj were great hostscj and lisa are great hosts and good communicators and quick to respond to all of our questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
great location right on the lakeloved the green grass and location is greatwe were happy to find a kid friendly place with lots to do close byit was wonderful great value for a lovely place near a lot of great scenerylisa & cj's place is cozy and has everything you need for a wonderful vacation at the lake
6. Lakeside condo with pool access (from USD 94)
This second-floor lakeside condo offers resort-class comforts. The unit is in The Waters condominium building near Horseshoe Bay. It has a wide furnished terrace overlooking the outdoor pool. Guests can access the grill area, swimming pool, and parking during their stay.
This full-service unit allows guests to cook their meals in the kitchen and enjoy indoor dining. There is one bedroom and two beds to sleep a small family or a group of four guests. You can watch cable TV in the bedroom and in the cozy living room. Fresh linens and free bath essentials are provided for convenience.
Top guest reviews
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pretty view of the pool from the balconya baby mattress is more comfortablegreat view pool and bbq areathis is a beautiful apartment with a lovely viewawesome pool great lake views and accessCleanliness:
excellent communication and clean homesuper clean and comfortable placevery clean and easy accesssuper nice super clean and convenientbeautiful and clean and great poolHost:
great hosts and great staythe host respond quick and is very helpfulhosts are super responsive and friendlyvery helpful owners made stay very easyour hosts were very very responsive to all of our questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
awesome place and great locationthe little downtown was close by and cute with live music shopping and diningbeautiful location and incredibly peaceful condonice location to enjoy wineries and fredericksburggreat condo great location easy check in and checkout
7. Gorgeous condo for six
This three-bedroom condo has warm beige-colored interiors, with a gourmet kitchen, dining area, and living room occupying a spacious open layout. A door opens to a furnished balcony so guests can dine al fresco with breathtaking lake views. Three spacious bedrooms are furnished with four large beds to host six guests comfortably.
The two full bathrooms are equipped with a walk-in shower and a bathtub for a rejuvenating soak. During your stay, areas like the social hall, grill area, and outdoor pool are accessible. Itβs close to the marina, so you can arrive in your vessel and rent a boat slip.
Horseshoe Bay, Texas, United States
14.57 km (9.1 mi) from Longhorn Cavern State ParkTop guest reviews
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everything was clean well thought out comfortable and the view from the balcony was amazingbeds very comfortable and everything you could need for a week or week-end awayall the beds were comfortableCleanliness:
exceptionally clean house is very comfortablecondo was very nice and cleanthe property was very clean and welcomingvery spacious and cleanbeautiful place that was spacious and cleanHost:
we cannot thank horseshoe bay living enough they were so kind and flexible while we were therewe had a fantastic stay well appointed nicely decorated and found host attentivegreat spacious place to stay very quiet at night and everyone was so nice and friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
great place in a great locationnicely decorated and close to everythingthis location was better than expected on so many levelsthe location was good but the actual condo was so much better than expectedi'd pay 20% more for this location and still be satisfied
8. Cheerful space with an indoor fireplace
This lovely home within walking distance of Lake LBJ is ideal for a relaxing vacation. Though it doesnβt have WiFi, itβs filled with games, DVDs, Wii games, and a TV, so you can still have an entertaining stay. You can enjoy a relaxing walk to Sandy Park, and for an extra fee, rent a boat or kayak for the weekend.
The spacious open concept connects the living room, dining area, and fully stocked L-type kitchen. Two spacious bedrooms contain cozy beds to sleep up to six guests. There is a lovely deck, which is a great place to spot some natural wildlife, like deer. You can also enjoy al fresco dining on the deck or just soak up some sun on the loungers.
Sunrise Beach Village, Texas, United States
15.13 km (9.5 mi) from Longhorn Cavern State ParkSuperhost
Accommodates: 6
Top guest reviews
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we also had breakfast at the house used in the original texas chain saw massacre filmthe queen bed was so comfortable and the room with 2 bunk beds was perfect for 4 boysCleanliness:
the house was very clean and the atmosphere was extremely relaxingwe arrived to a beautiful sparkling clean lakehouse stocked with everything we needed and morethis is a great spot for a family nice and clean and fun amenitiesHost:
alisha was a great hostthey are great hosts very responsivealisha was very kind and willing to answer questionshost had excellent communication throughout our experience and really went over and beyond with her hospitalityalisha was easy to communicate with and very responsive and everything was exactly as the listing describedRead more reviewsLocation:
all in all it was a great trip in a great placequiet and peaceful neighborhoodwe loved it here it was cozy and in such a quiet locationthe place feel like a little peace of heavengreat place to especially if you have kids
9. Luxurious 3-level villa for 14
This villa is a three-level lakefront home in The Cape. Each level is designed to provide luxurious comforts and modern amenities for families and groups. The chic interiors feature a formal dining area, a stylish lounge area with an elegant TV cabinet, a breakfast nook, and a fully stocked open kitchen.
Airy bedrooms are equipped with deep-cushioned beds with fresh linens, HDTVs, and wide bay windows with awesome lake views. The upper levels have furnished decks and beautiful views, while the lake-level ground floor has a veranda with access to the dock, boat slip, and ramp.
Horseshoe Bay, Texas, United States
14.53 km (9.1 mi) from Longhorn Cavern State ParkAccommodates: 14
Top guest reviews
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comfortable home with great amenitiesthe dock was perfect for fishing the beds were nice and comfortablethe bathroom and kitchen especially are impressiveCleanliness:
the design was clean and simplehouse was spacious and cleanwe loved staying here jim was great and the house was very clean and beautiful would absolutely stay againHost:
jim is also a wonderful hostmr jim is a great host & a great personour host is a super host kind patient and always available with any questionsgreat host easy to deal withjim was very responsive and there to provide us a tour the moment we arrivedRead more reviewsLocation:
wonderful location great atmosphere for family and friendsthis is a beautiful property in a great locationwonderful place right on the lakea great place to stayjim's place was great for a getaway weekend
10. Stylish cottage with a full kitchen
Just a few steps away from Lake LBJ, this pet-friendly cottage offers cozy accommodation for six guests. You can arrive on your boat and make use of the boat slip for an additional fee. Right outside, you can kayak, swim, play outdoor games, or simply enjoy sunset views over the lake while sipping lemonade on the back porch.
Inside, you will find a stylish open layout shared by an L-shaped sofa facing a flat-screen TV and an indoor fireplace, a U-shaped kitchen with a breakfast counter, and a dining table. WiFi can be accessed by guests at no extra charge.
Sunrise Beach Village, Texas, United States
11.3 km (7.1 mi) from Longhorn Cavern State ParkAccommodates: 6
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amazing place to stay home is sparkling clean and freshly updatedRead more reviewsLocation:
this is a great little house in a fantastic location
Lovely homes near Lake LBJ
Ideal for weekends and extended stays, these lovely lakeside homes must be on your travel plans when you venture up to Lake LBJ. These are the gems of Texas Hill Country, offering you warm and comfortable accommodations, beautiful lake views, and easy access to water activities. Find relaxation by booking any of the top Airbnb vacation rentals near Lake Lyndon B. Johnson, Texas.
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