Welcome to the Lone Star State where everything is bigger including major urban centres, Austin, Dallas, San Antonio, and Houston. It’s a geographic region filled with wineries, ranches, rolling hills, rivers, and cactus-covered mountains. Visitors could go on various wine tours or explore the best hiking spots nearby. While in Austin, try paddleboarding before consuming Congress Avenue’s barbecue. Staying in a San Antoni Airbnb enables travellers to indulge in Mexican cuisine after a visit to the Alamo. To experience Texas’ yellow roses, cacti, barbecue, and more, check out our list of the 10 best luxury Airbnbs in Texas, USA.
1. Grand villa with a pool and hot tub, New Braunfels (from USD 1731)
When not indulging in Gruene Historic District’s Bavarian delicacies, visitors can make piping hot pizza in this rental’s outdoor kitchen’s pizza oven. They can also prepare sumptuous feasts in the bronze and blue-tiled kitchen while others drink at the bar. The shimmering sharkskin leather couch is perfect for a night of watching sports or movies, while the expansive outdoor space features a camel-back sofa excellent for visitors coming over. There’s no need to visit Schlitterbahn Water Park when families can just descend the stony pathway to their pool’s private waterfall.
Luxury Hill Country Villa w/Pool-Hottub-ViewsNew Braunfels, Texas, United StatesAccommodates: 15
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beautiful views the kitchen has ro water and iceit was really nice that each bedroom had its own bathroom and mini refrigeratorthe outdoor kitchen and terrace were just perfectCleanliness:
stunning home spotless and comfortablethe house was very clean great layout and awesome viewsthis place was beautiful clean and had wonderful amenities communication was also very good had quick responsesHost:
our host was super helpful the whole timeshe was so quick to respond to any questions we had and she was so kindthank you for hosting usmartha was an amazing host even before the staymartha is a gem and fantastic host so quick to respond and help with anythingRead more reviewsLocation:
it’s perfect location we went to wimberley (30 mins) and gruene at night about 25 mins from housewe just finished celebrating our parents 70th b day at lariat springs the place was absolutely beautifuli’ve stayed in many places and this is the best of best
2. Lovely retreat with views of Possum Kingdom Lake (from USD 907)
An escape to Texas’ famed Hill Country wouldn’t be complete without staying at this lovely villa that overlooks one of the best lakes in Texas. Visitors can watch spectacular sunsets with their feet deep in powder-soft sand. In the black-and-white mosaic tiled kitchen, guests can whip up spicy TexMex specialties. Afterward, they can retreat to the pool to swim and sip a refreshing tequila or Kahlua mudslide. This four-bedroom, three-bathroom Possum Kingdom Lake retreat’s velvet headboards guarantee guests’ a good night’s sleep.
Brazos Moon: Hell's Gate Basin! Pool, Cliffside, Views, Luxury Home.Possum Kingdom Lake, Texas, United StatesSuperhost
Accommodates: 12
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the outdoor tv sonos sound system and reliable wifi were great bonusesi feel like i need to say that the pool was perfect 87 degrees in july in texasoutdoor area is excellent - we spent most of our time outside enjoying the view and the poolthe pool is amazing and the view from the house is superbamazing house pool was beautiful as the viewCleanliness:
house is clean and cutethe home was very clean and the beds and furniture comfortablethe outdoor space is breathtaking and the house is very clean comfortable and invitingbeautiful clean house great location and magnificent views of possum kingdom lakeRead more reviewsHost:
owner was very accommodating and easy to reachcan't wait to return hosts were a delightsuch a great place the host is quick to respond and does everything possible to exceed expectationsheather was very responsive and provided great tips about the areawe couldn’t ask for a better host or a better place to stay
3. Well-equipped retreat with a pool and hot tub, Fredericksburg (from USD 1013)
By reserving this four-bedroom, three-bathroom retreat, guests will be located near wineries, shopping districts, and nature. Guests can spend lazy days relaxing at the pool while arid mountain breezes blow by. They will appreciate cooling off on the solarium’s vintage-patterned royal-blue sofas during unbearably hot days. The opulent tiled double shower and soaker tub are stylish areas to unwind after nature walks, while the vaulted ceilings with exposed beams and mahogany poster beds provide ethereal sleeping quarters.
Pool & Hot Tub at Luxury Historic EstateFredericksburg, Texas, United StatesAccommodates: 12
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the pool & hot tub and outside grill were perfect for our group of 10comphy beds and furniture and to top it off super sweet backyard chickensperfectly cozy and wonderfully full of treats and amenities would stay againbeautiful decor and comfortablei never wanted to leave the space was gorgeous comfortable and romanticCleanliness:
very clean and comfortablenice personal touches clean and comfortableit was very very clean and wonderfully decoratedvery comfortable and very cleanfrom the snacks all the clean towels body wash shampooHost:
jill and sarah were the best hostsjill was a great hostgreat fast responses from the owner if neededthe thoughtfulness of the host showed through in every detailjill was absolutely the best host ever her place was beautiful and her hospitality over the topRead more reviewsLocation:
great location close to down townthe location was perfectperfect location for exploring fredericksburgfirst of all the location is fantasticclose to downtown quiet and safe
4. Modern paradise with views of Guadalupe Mountain, May (from USD 537)
This rustic two-bedroom, two-bathroom vacation rental offers travellers spectacular views of Guadalupe Mountain. Families can meet the ranch’s horses after dining together at the kitchen’s shiny marble breakfast bar. With so much acreage, children and family pets can play without worry as adults socialize by the poolside. After hours under the blazing sun, guests can take long showers in the luxe tile and pebble-floored shower. Afterward, they can sit beside the fire pit for hearty campfire meals as blue skies give way to breathtaking sunsets.
May Ranch Retreat w/ Pool: Outdoor Paradise!May, Texas, United StatesAccommodates: 8
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the hot tub and heated pool were great for cool nightsRead more reviewsCleanliness:
the house was clean and very comfortablethe space was clean and very modern for being out away from the city
5. Lakefront rental with a heated infinity pool, Canyon Lake (from USD 895)
Visitors of this three-bedroom, two-bathroom enclave will appreciate views of Canyon Lake’s gators. While dining at the kitchen’s breakfast bar, guests of this lakefront rental can watch kayaks drift by in the summers. The dining room’s warm wood floors, formal dining table, and floor-to-ceiling windows provide visitors with amazing sunsets. Also, the infinity pool and sofas are ideal for re-energizing. Visitors can slumber under chandeliers dangling from high ceilings after a soothing lavender bath.
Infinity Edge -Heated Pool/Lake View/Chef KitchenCanyon Lake, Texas, United StatesAccommodates: 10
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pool outdoor space and view were outstanding and everything exceeded our expectationsbeautiful house beautiful view great amenities ( pool and kitchen in particular) lots of space and an attentive hostthe view is truly one of the better views in the area and the pool is amazingthe rooms and bathrooms were impeccable and the perfect amount of space for 8 peoplewonderful outdoor area - pool with a great view of the lakeCleanliness:
clean and amazingly fast communication by the hostthe house was huge and spotlessthe pool and hot tub were sparkling cleanwhen arriving absolutely everything was very clean the pool was warm and ready to be usedall lovely and cleanHost:
host was great at answering questions promptly and very helpfulamy is an awesome hostthe hosts are so responsive and helpfulpascal was a great host and quick to communicate and answer any questions that we hadthe hosts are incredibly quick to respond to any questions and so helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
great house in a great locationthe location was beautiful overlooking the lake and very privatea perfect place to connect with familythis place is truly specialquiet and relaxing will definitely be back soon
6. Mountain hideaway with views of Texas Hill Country, Wimberley (from USD 285)
While staying at this retreat, guests will enjoy a slower pace of vacation. Since this is a single-bedroom hideaway, travellers will be exposed to Texas’ Big Sky Country. From the living room’s floor-to-ceiling windows, visitors can take in priceless views of prime Texas Hill Country. The stone fireplaces and walls, wood floors, and tile bathrooms only add to this abode’s rustic ambience. Besides lounging on snowy leather sofas, guests can spend hot afternoons in the boulder-lined pool.
La Vida - Luxury Escape! The Most RomanticWimberley, Texas, United StatesAccommodates: 2
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the air conditioning makes a pretty loud sound when it turns onthe fan in the bedroom sways and clicks all nightthe pool was also smaller than it looks in photos; definitely too shallow for any kind of swimmingthere are views for days from every part of the house very spacious and comfortablethe huge windows in the living room are perfect for seeing the hillsCleanliness:
the place was nice and clean we had everything we neededthere was a lot of little things that were over looked but overall it was cleanHost:
this was all reported to the friendly and helpful hcpl reception on our checkoutthe management company was super nice very responsive and great to work withRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfect secluded but close enough to town to do thingsthe location is amazing very secluded and privatebeautiful location and house if privacy and quiet is what you are looking foroverall it is a really great getaway spot with a perfect locationcozy house better than expected ambiance considering the location
7. Stunning ranch house with a resort-style pool, San Saba (from USD 650)
Since this rental is located on a ranch, guests can watch antelopes play right from their pool’s recliners. After dining at the kitchen’s turquoise island, guests can plan their activities on the porch. The kitchen and living room’s marble flooring help soothe tired feet during the summer. Visitors can chill out on the living room’s luxurious leather sofas or in their spacious bedrooms. Before the day ends, visitors can go for a quick swim in this rental’s resort-worthy pool and hot tub while spotted deer play across wildflower-strewn pastures.
Dolomite Lodge on The 5 J RanchSan Saba, Texas, United StatesAccommodates: 11
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the interior is true luxury with amazing linens towels and bathroom amenitiesthe 5j ranch is amazing facilities and land is spectacularstayed at dolomite lodge - wonderful outdoor space and spent the whole weekend in the poolCleanliness:
the house is beautiful and so clean and we loved the poolthe house is beautifully decorated sparkling clean and very comfortableit has plenty of room very clean beautiful lodge and a fabulous pool/hot tubthe house was very clean spacious beautiful pool and hot tub and spectacular viewsHost:
clay is a wonderful host and was always available if you have questionsclay was a great host the house(s) and property were beautifulRead more reviewsLocation:
conveniently close to town but remote and peacefulhunting and r&r location i plan to visit again soonthe 5j is a breathtaking placewe will definitely be using this place again in the future
8. Chic accommodation best for families, Dallas (from USD 675)
Those vacationing in the Big D will feel privileged to be located near Northfolk Shopping Centre, golf courses, and entertainment centres. After all, Dallas is one of the best places to go on vacation in Texas. By staying at this modern home, guests can play trivia games near the arch window. The etched-glass Antebellum tapestry and the kitchen’s glossy ebony cabinets are a sight to behold. This retreat also contains sparkling tile and marble multi-person showers. When not going for a refreshing swim in the pool, adults can bathe in the master suite porcelain tub before a Cowboys’ game.
THE BEST DALLAS HAS TO OFFER WITH POOL AND SPA!!Dallas, Texas, United StatesAccommodates: 16
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so much space a large pool and great amenitiespool/hot tub didn't get as hot as expected but it was a nice tempyou will love the heated pool spacious common areas and the fun decorheated pool and spa worked great for a november stayprovided by amazing amenities and a gorgeous backyard with a 9 ft deep pool with a spaCleanliness:
the place is well kept up and cleanhouse was very spacious and cleanamazing place to stay for a few days everything was clean and easy to useextremely spacious very cozy clean and most importantly it’s in the perfect locationblake was extremely helpful and responsive this place is clean and readyHost:
lovely home inside and out host was quick to reply to anythingyou could host a wedding party herethe host was very responsive and accommodatingblake answered all of my questions before booking and after (quick responses) he was extremely helpful and nicebeautiful home and a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and felt safe when walking the neighborhoodclose to downtown and easy to uberlocation is good and close enough to highways to get everywhere else you need to in dfwsuch a nice house and perfect locationlocation was great and house was very nice and comfortable
9. Glitzy vacation rental near Colorado River
Visitors of this art-deco residence will be within driving distance of Austin’s barbecue-lined Congress Avenue and Sail & Ski Yacht Club Marina. After savouring a veggie frittata at the high-gloss marble bar, visitors can kayak on the mighty Colorado River. Following their river adventures, guests can recline on velvety aquamarine armchairs while staring at the magnificent scenery. To enjoy Texas’ sunshine, visitors can sip margaritas under an umbrella while lounging on the pool’s recliners. Afterward, they can dine under the sparkling chandelier before venturing off to sleep.
Luxurious River-View Home with Private Pool & SpaAccommodates: 8
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the private pool and view were both breathtakingi especially loved the large deck with the gas grill and tvthey’ve actually upgraded the upstairs couch and put it a super comfortable sleeper sofaamazing modern home everything from high speed internet to automated pool controls and bluetooth speakers everywherethe pool and adjacent grill area are very niceCleanliness:
this place was great very clean and beautifulgreat house beautifully designed very cleanthe house was spotless upon arrival and turnkey was very responsive to any questionsextremely neat clean and the decor throughout the home is amazingHost:
the house was perfect and the hosts were so responsive and helpfulturnkey rentals is very responsive to questions/concerns and provides a hotel like experience to your stayRead more reviewsLocation:
great location for a quiet getawaybeautiful space and location they have thought of everythingamazing place for a family getaway
10. Luxuriously furnished oasis, Lubbock
Lone Star State visitors will find themselves in the birthplace of Lubbock’s Rock ‘N Roll legend, Buddy Holly. While staying at this three-bedroom, two-bath rental, they can dine in the open-concept kitchen or dining room. For relaxing evenings, they can unwind with loved ones on sofas under cathedral ceilings. To escape Texas’ summer weather, children can splash in the pool or rock the afternoon away on the veranda. Each evening, guests can play video games on wicker couches, stargaze beside the fire pit, or take soothing spa baths.
Lubbock’s #1 Private Luxury Pool w/Firepit & GrillLubbock, Texas, United StatesAccommodates: 6
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the grill was perfect too the beds were very comfortable and furnishings were greatthe pool patio and firepit are wonderful and privategreat pool and backyard better then the pictures on the websiteCleanliness:
the house was super cleanthe property is nice clean and fully furnished/decoratedthe pool and outside area are great the house is well equipped and very cleanawesome place prolly best place in town to stay and very cleanlovely home pool was amazing and clean response was great was located near everything malls food and storesHost:
amazing home with amazing hostwhat an awesome place and a great hostyes it’s very beautiful and leah was a great host who offered us a lot of exceptionsthe property was everything we expected and more awesome host communication as wellleah was a wonderful host and communication couldn’t have been betterRead more reviewsLocation:
it's a great place to relax and i would definitely stay here againthe place had all positive reviews so we obviously gave it a try
Discover more of Texas
While staying at a luxurious retreat in Texas, visitors will experience exceptional blue skies and sunshine. They can spend lazy days shopping at open-air plazas, wine tastings, and driving by pastureland. Besides sighting small deer and longhorn cattle, visitors can float past San Antonio Riverwalk’s rainbow umbrellas. To make your dream vacation come to life, skip the usual hotels and resorts just this time and opt for the above-mentioned villas with pools in the Lone Star State.
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