Inks Lake State Park is among the best places to go in Texas for a weekend trip by the lake. It’s an hour from Austin’s northwest side and is hailed as the crown jewel of Hill Country. Its constant water levels and sparkling azure waters make it safe even for little children to play in all year round. The multi-color rock formations make sunset views breathtaking. Families can enjoy hiking, picnicking, camping, and bird-watching on the lush terrain that surrounds the lake. Make sure to take a dip or jump in the park’s famous, main attraction–Devil’s Waterhole. This dark blue sinkhole will tempt you to explore its awesome waterfalls and tranquil wading pools and try risqué cliff jumping. There are many holiday homes close to the state park, as well as the lake. For an adventure-packed weekend with the family, check out the top Airbnbs near Inks Lake, 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. Elegant cottage with a patio (from USD 125)
This elegant cottage is set on the shores of Lake Lyndon B. Johnson, and it comes with easy access to water-based activities. A boat slip is available for a fee, with kayaks, a water mat, life jackets, and paddle boards provided for free. By the water is a sandstone patio with loungers for sunbathing. Chat around a fire pit with Adirondack chairs, under the pecan trees.
The place is homey and resort-like. It features a covered patio that is excellent for outdoor dining, with beautiful lake views. The U-shaped kitchen with a dining area and a bar counter share the space with a cozy lounge that has a TV. Though there are 2 bedrooms, there are enough beds for 10 guests.
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and the dinner table on the covered patio made it even more enjoyablecomfortable with plenty of spacemy children had a great time swimming kayaking tossing beanbags fishing etcwe had a very relaxing comfortable getawayCleanliness:
very clean and well keptthe house is very clean and niceit is clean and comfy and very relaxingvery clean house in a great outdoor settingit was sparkling clean and had everything we neededHost:
the hosts were kind and quick to respondowner thought of every detail to make our experience relaxing and comfortablethe host was immediately responsive to every questionthanks to the hosts for a wonderful stay we'll definitely be backRead more reviewsLocation:
great location on the watergreat location on the watertruly amazing location and great houseperfect location for playing in the lake and fishinggreat experience location is fabulous and house is even better in person
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2. Pet-friendly home with a sauna, a hot tub, and a dock (from USD 373)
This house appears to be on stilts, with a wide deck and a balcony on the upper floor. The lower level is a shaded, open space where you can lounge about, dine, and unwind in a hot tub. It’s surrounded by a landscaped garden with access to a private boat dock and a fire pit. Nearby is a green house converted into a dry sauna with an outdoor bathroom.
Upstairs, you’ll have options to dine and lounge about indoors and outdoors. The gourmet kitchen is featured in the open layout. High cathedral ceilings allow a loft-style second floor where 3 capacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms can host 10 guests and their pets comfortably. You can go boating and fishing at the nearby lake.
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comfortable house with great amenities and tons of outdoor seating areaspelicans landing was unbelievable the place was beautiful and so comfortableCleanliness:
the house was so clean and warmnice and clean beautifully decoratedeverything was just as pictured very clean nicely decoratedit was clean stylish comfortable and warmthe house is very clean and very well equippedHost:
host is very responsiveabsolutely gorgeous home with such gracious and thoughtful hostschris was a great hostchris was very responsive to our questionsloved our beautiful house great hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful home and nice locationthe location by the water was fantasticnice neighbors quiet locationthis is a comfortable home in a convenient location to kingsland and the highland lakes areachris communicated immediately the place was better than expected and the location was amazing
3. Peaceful lakefront house next to Lake Lyndon B. Johnson (from USD 153)
This lake house house offers peace and privacy, with opportunities for swimming, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and bird-watching. It’s beside Lake Lyndon B. Johnson and is near the state park, diners, wineries, Longhorn Caverns, and National Fish Hatchery. You will have access to the whole property except for the bedroom upstairs that is reserved for the homeowners.
The elegant two-story home features tiled flooring and vaulted ceilings with an outdoor stairway to the upper floor. Three big bedrooms and two bathrooms that can host seven guests are spread on two floors. Dine indoors in the kitchen or outside in the patio with beautiful lake views. The master bedroom has a sitting area with loungers for watching TV and access to a spacious deck.
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roberts landscaping is natural and beautiful very relaxing spot comfortable ac- downstairs and upstairs have separate units for comfortthe beds were also very comfortableaccess to the laundry and coffee pot made the stay comfortable toothe place was clean great kitchen and a great grill for all the cooking needsthis house was very clean and comfortable with the best views and water fun down at the lakeCleanliness:
not fancy but very clean and comfortablehome is clean and all of the beds are comfortableeverything was very clean and the house had all the necessities needed when rentingrobert's place was very comfortable and cleanthe house was clean and had everything we needed for the weekendHost:
the host is extremely responsive and takes great care of his gueststhe owner of this property was very helpfulthis is a wonderful place and the host was very responsivecourteous and extremely responsive he understands hospitality and excels at itrobert was an excellent hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was quiet and serenesan souci was everything we wanted and more the location is perfect literally in the heart of texasgood place to get awaythis location was really beautiful and close to inks lake state park and vanishing texas river cruisesit's a nice place to get away to with the town not far in case you need anything
4. Cozy cabin near wineries (from USD 126)
This quaint cabin is the perfect couple’s hideaway in Hill Country. It’s beside a lake, on a shady road near parks, fishing spots, caves, and wineries. You can disconnect from the city by being surrounded by wildlife. A tiny kitchen, a dining space for two, and a living room follow an open plan. The bedroom is a cozy space, with its cushioned bed, flat-screen TV, and spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower. The boat ramp by the shore is for parking your boat.
You can grill by the shore or go fishing. Enjoy relaxing lake views while hanging out on the front porch or while having breakfast al fresco.
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great hill country property cute and cozy with the perfect amount of space for two peoplehad a lovely and comfortable stay here would highly recommend for a quiet getawayCleanliness:
very clean and quietvery clean home with a convenient outdoors sitting area with grillsvery communicative the cleanliness was outstanding and lovely locationlovely clean cabin located conveniently to many attractionsHost:
the hosts were easy to communicate with and made sure our needs were tended togreat hosts and outdoor area for grillingvery communicative and thoughtful hostsowners tips for local walking trails was greatly appreciatedkris is a great host both in communication and hospitalityRead more reviewsLocation:
a cute quaint tiny cabin within walking distance to the lbj lakeit is conveniently located in a nice quiet neighborhoodthe neighborhood is quiet and homey and super close to the rivera nice area to walk and close to the watergreat cabin beautiful quiet neighborhood close to the water
5. Country-style dwelling with putting greens (from USD 325)
This classic, country-style home is on a 17-acre (7-hectare) lot on Lake Buchanan’s coastline. Dark wood cabinetry, tiled flooring, and old-fashioned furniture make the vacation rental a cozy place. Three capacious bedrooms, each with king-sized and queen-sized beds, can host eight guests.
Lounge about on sofas in the living room and get cozy by the fireplace while waiting for supper. Share a family-sized meal in the indoor dining area or outside on the open-air deck overlooking the lake. You can fish, paddle a canoe, or kayak on the waters. Practice your swings on the putting greens around the property.
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the mattresses were so comfortable toothe kitchen has all the amenities needed to make a comfortable stay7 of us were comfortablehuge rooms and well setupCleanliness:
place was clean and beds comfortableclean spacious with a well stocked kitcheneverything was clean and well stocked upon our arrivalthis is an exceptional place that was absolutely sparkling clean with everything you needfully stocked kitchen very clean and comforting homeHost:
awesome hospitality from the hoststhe hosts were fantasticalan and sherri were great hostssherri and alan are wonderful hosts: responsive accommodating and so kindsherri alan and zoe were very gracious hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
cute place in a great locationprivacy and location are greatthe perfect place to just get awaygreat waterfront location with private beach area and fishing piermy sisters and i spent the weekend at this amazing location and had a great time
6. Vintage haven for families (from USD 250)
This old-fashioned vacation home is great for big family outings by the lake. It’s reminiscent of weekends at grandma’s, with its spacious rooms filled with vintage, country-style furniture and a deck on the second floor that offers awesome lake views. The haven hosts up to eight guests with its three capacious bedrooms and two full bathrooms spread into two floors.
Gather in the upstairs living room to watch TV or sip wine on the deck. Cook and dine in the kitchen that is warmed by the fireplace. The lower floor has a small version of the kitchen and living area. Park your boat on the private dock and enjoy exclusive beach access.
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great balcony and comfortable roomsspacious rooms a/c that works well appliances that work lots of big windows to enjoy the viewlots of room on the dock and good fishing for the kidsCleanliness:
the lake house exceeded our expectations and was so clean comfortable and convenientgreat home with a beautiful spot on the lake location was amazing and the house was super cleanHost:
the host is easy to communicate with and is very responsivegina was a great host and we look forward to many more trips to the lake houseRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and comfortableperfect location for a private lake getawayawesome house in a perfect location in inks lakea wonderful house in a great location at a very reasonable pricegreat location on our favorite lake
7. Cute hideaway with a lot of games for kids (from USD 112)
This cute hideaway is on a fenced-in property set in a small waterfront neighborhood. The owners and their two dogs live at the main house on the lot. The cozy rental is ideal for families with kids. To host six guests, there is a queen-sized bed and a double bunk bed in the two bedrooms, plus a sleeper sofa in the living room.
Kids can watch DVDs or play Xbox and Playstation in the living room. They can also play ping-pong in the one-car garage. You’ll enjoy grilling barbecues in the back patio and accessing the lake. You’re allowed to bring pets and your own boat, which you can park at the community boat ramp.
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ac worked great as we were not hot at all at night and didn't need a fanthe couch is super comfortable and the large tv has an awesome picture much nicer than expectedbring a fan with you you will need it if you plan to close the bedroom doorsit was nice to come back to comfortable mattresses and cool agreat place to stay with plenty of roomCleanliness:
very clean and cozyi really appreciate that it’s clean and there are plenty of clean towelsthe place was very clean and there was total privacynice neat and cleanthe place was clean and represented well with the pictures that were posted on airbnbHost:
our hosts were very happy to make our wedding night very special for usthe hosts are very quick to respond and very helpfulthe owner is a very warm & pleasant hostessstefanie is very hospitable and makes sure you are enjoying your stayperfect little house stefanie and her husband are great hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
cute location tucked away from the hustle and bustlegreat location good value for the money spentquiet neighborhood close proximity to restaurants and adventuresthe neighborhood was very quiet and relaxingcute little place with plenty of space
8. Peaceful retreat by Lake Buchanan (from USD 245)
10 guests will find themselves relaxed at this peaceful retreat by the lovely Lake Buchanan. The home includes a 317-foot (97-meter) long and lighted fishing pier that is perfect for parking your boat, fishing, and swimming. It has several spaces for eating, sleeping, and relaxing. In addition to the three bedrooms containing queen-sized beds, the recreation room has two double bunk beds beside a ping-pong table. One of the two full bathrooms has a hot tub.
You can cook and dine in the gourmet kitchen indoors or grill barbecues and eat outdoors on the shaded, wrap-around deck. Hang out in the vast garden and take naps on the hammock or have tea while unwinding on the garden chairs shaded by a tree.
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it is a double wide but the a/c was cold and appreciatedCleanliness:
the house was very clean and had lots of kitchen items for usethe place was very clean and right next to the lakethe house and yard were clean and mike and wiviane were friendly and helpfulHost:
mike and wiviane were responsive and nicehosts are wonderful and property has everything you needRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and wonderful pierwe definitely enjoyed our stay at the airbnb very convenient to lake access and gas stationwonderful place to enjoy family timegreat place to staysuch a quiet restful place
9. Loft-style sanctuary for six (from USD 325)
This sanctuary is perfect for a family of six traveling with pets. It is a quaint, loft-style cabin that offers breathtaking views of the lake with its floor-to-ceiling windows at the back. You will enjoy the views while chilling out in the living room. Have dinner next to the modern, L-type kitchen or up in the loft. The two bedrooms are equipped with enough beds to host six guests.
The rental is on a 17-acre (7-hectare) lot, at the shore of Lake Buchanan. You can sunbathe and grill barbecues on the two-tiered deck, go fishing, and park your boat at the pier. Practice hitting a birdie on the putting green.
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please note the wifi is very spotty - which ended up being a welcome for usright on the lake peaceful relaxing with nice amount of chairs and tables in the backbeds were also very comfortablewe all slept soundly in the super comfortable bedsoh and the beds are incredibly comfortableCleanliness:
the house was very clean and comfortableand place was cleanotherwise house itself felt very cleanHost:
sherri was so kindthey were great hosts and very responsivethe hosts are amazing ly responsive wonderful peopleadorable lake house with very friendly hostsherri was a great host and it was so nice that we could bring our dogs with usRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful house and great locationbeautiful place on a beautiful locationperfect secluded quiet location on the waterhouse is located in a very quiet and peaceful cove on the lakeperfect location for staying in and relaxing or driving nearby for some entertainment or to connect with nature
10. A relaxing vacation near the lake
If you want the kind of vacation that’s relaxing and quiet, you will want to spend days at the lake. You’ll find many vacation homes by the lake or near the state park that is adjacent to a lake; some of these rentals have decks that offer the best lake views, as well as docks where you can conveniently park your boat or jump off to swim.
Choose one of the top Airbnbs near Inks Lake, and you’ll find yourself extending your holiday.
Family-friendly lodge with four bedrooms
This lodge is a great place for a large family reunion or a corporate get-together. All on one floor are 4 capacious bedrooms, 2 ½ bathrooms, and 9 big beds that can host 14 guests. The open layout is shared by a gourmet kitchen, a dining space for eight, and a cozy living room with a flat-screen TV and floor-to-ceiling windows. French doors lead to a backdoor patio where you can dine and grill outdoors while admiring views of the lake and lush greenery.
The private dock has a covered deck with its own barbecue and dining areas. Close by is an outdoor bar and another grill area in the garden. The lake is safe for swimming, fishing, and boating, even for kids.
Kingsland, Texas, United States
7.59 km (4.8 mi) from Longhorn Cavern State ParkTop guest reviews
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quiet cove excellent accommodations with a lovely view of the water from kitchen and living roomthe house was a great fit for our group with plenty of room to spread outoutdoor shower/changing room and deck are great featuresthe grill gazebo works great for congregating and the multiple tv's make the place great for sportsthe patio seating is wonderful and plenty of room for everyone they thought of everythingCleanliness:
very clean and organizedthe beds were clean and comfortablethe beds were comfortable and had clean linens and there were plenty of towels/spare linensthe house was sparkling cleaneverything in the house was well kept and cleanHost:
hosts are available and helpfulamazing place and great hostgreat hosts and great housegreat place with a great hoststeve was an awesome hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the house has a great location in a quite neighborhoodthe location was great with easy access to the lakeloved being that close to the watergreat location and lots of adventurethis is a great location for a good price
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