The Palms is located on the main basin of Lake Travis (closest lakefront area to downtown Austin and other activities), just 1 mile down the scenic Comanche Trail drive from The Oasis, The Sunset Capital of Texas!
We prefer children to be 5 years of age or older, and they count as one of the total guests. If you have children under 5 years, we should discuss the layout. Guests under 25 years of age must be accompanied by a PARENT. Please let us know if any of this is an issue with your group, and be honest and accurate with the number of guests in your request. Sometimes we can work something out.
Boaters may tie their boats up to the dock in the protected cove with prior approval. Our cove is about 30 feet deep when Lake Travis is full. Mansfield Dam public boat launch is just across the main basin (you can see it from the property) - a 3 mile boat ride. Boats may be rented from nearby marinas. There are also boat rentals that come with captains that will do all the work!
The dock may be used for swimming, fishing, and sunbathing. We have bluetooth music and lights on the dock for your enjoyment. We co-own the dock with our neighbors, so it is possible to encounter others on the dock during your stay.
As much as we love bachelor parties, we have chosen not to participate in those activities or other "party" type events at this point in time. We are sticking to do what we do best - peaceful, relaxing luxury vacation rentals. If you have a group that wants to party hard, then we suggest looking elsewhere. We do not accept bachelor parties or all-guy groups. If you fall into that category, here's a fun place to check out - http://www.floathouseaustin.com). If you have a group that wants to have fun, relax, and get away (families, couples, girls weekends), then The Palms is for you!
If you are planning an intimate wedding or event with 20 or fewer total guests onsite, then there will be no additional charge outside of the 2-3 night minimum rental of the entire property. If you will have 21-30 total guests onsite, then we will consider your event for an additional wedding/event fee. This must be pre approved with Rodney and Robin prior to your arrival. We also require a minimum of 3 nights rental for events, since we would block the property for you and be unable to rent to other guests. Please see our Events page for more information.
Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate weddings or events with more than 30 total guests onsite. We just don't have the parking and facilities for it. For bigger ceremonies and events, consider The Oasis just down the road and have your out of town family and friends stay at The Palms - we promise to take great care of them! Thank you for understanding.
You can reach us through the contact form (PREFERRED). Please do not call for an inquiry, as we do not take initial inquiries by phone - only online inquiries are accepted.
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City of Austin Operating License #2013 060335 / STR Type 1 Secondary
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