The Rivery Retreat
A Close-In, Hill Country Retreat
In the Hill Country~Just 7 miles to Downtown

Reviews from Hundreds
of Guests
The Rivery Retreat~ A Unique Hill Country Retreat~ Near Austin
Secluded ~ Private Pool ~ Hot Tub ~ Concierge
River Access with Pier and Beach

Beautiful Location & Friendly Outgoing Host
"Beautiful location loved our stay. Nina was super sweet and accommodating. Would definitely return. "
Kevin
A
5/25/19

Beautiful Property & Buildings!
"We had a wonderful stay, the only problem was it was too short! Nina was a wonderful proprietor and has made sure everything you need is available. She is super helpful and very prompt with all responses! Excellent information in the concierge book, with great recommendations of things to do or places to eat for those that are not familiar with the Austin area. We would certainly love to stay at the property again in the future! Thanks again Nina for a wonderful stay!"
Ramona
D
5/11/19

Outstanding
"The seller on this property is Nina, your hostess. The place is beautiful and secluded me and my family had a blast:)"
James
P
5/4/19

Comfy Cottage
"This place was so cozy we debated extending our trip. Would definitely recommend it to anyone that needs a peaceful place to relax. "
Tara
L
4/23/19

Great Stay & Experience
"Cabin was very clean, quiet, and charming. Nina was very helpful in making it a special getaway for me and my fiance. "
Joshua
L
4/13/19

Great Scenery & Location
"Came into town to drop my son at camp and wanted a few days of fun before taking him. Nina was so attentive in providing everything we needed. Will be returning!!!"
Tara
W
4/6/19

Peaceful and A Great Location!
"We were pleasantly surprised by our stay. The cabin has great amenities. Fresh flowers, linens and bedding, fully equipped kitchen and much more. The artwork is beautiful as it is the owners own work. Close to the west end and central areas of austin. Definitely going back."
Cindi
D
3/25/19

Clean, Comfortable, and Private!
"We spent 4 days here and found everything very accommodating! It was close enough to Austin but also still far enough out to escape the city sounds. We came down to visit family and enjoy the 4th on lake Austin. I will say the only thing that made us uncomfortable was having family come and go! We paid extra so as not to break Nina's rules. We understood why those rules were in place (liability and previous bad apples) but it still felt as if we were on eggshells most of the time. Other than that everything else is just as described! Oh and the driveway is steep and curvy so if you have a bigger vehicle be aware of this. We drove a long bed dually truck and were able to navigate but it was still tight! Thanks again, Nina! You have a very beautiful serene place!"
Jessica
R
3/9/19

Very Clean & Cozy
"The owner is very nice. We enjoy our stay. I will love to come back"
Maria
W
3/2/19

Spacious Guesthouse In The Hill Country
"Spacious guest house filled with natural light tucked away in hill country"
Sarah
D
2/9/19

We Highly Recommend
"Everything was awesome . We felt that we were home. Very safe area. The owner is very helpful and generous (Miss Nina). The swimming pool , the location and the house all make you have a wonderful vacation."
Anonymous
2/2/19

Charming!
"The cabin was just as described and literally had everything you could ever need. Although there is only one bedroom and one bathroom, each was very large and had incredibly high ceilings, making the place feel even bigger. Nina was such a communicative host and was so helpful."
Tessa
W
1/12/19

Secluded & Romantic Property
"The property is conveniently located close to town, but is also secluded, as if it is in a world of its own. As advertised, the guest house is luxurious and spacious, and it is very romantic! It is also beautifully decorated with hardwood floors, comfortable furniture and the host’s original paintings. The pool is very nice and well maintained. Our host, Nina, was very gracious and helpful. We will definitely return! "
Julie
D
1/5/19

Wonderful Cozy Retreat
"I stayed at the property for a girls getaway. Beautiful property in the hill country. Upon arriving there was a deer on the property. Very beautiful. Nice private deck on the back of the house. The property owner was very helpful and offered good suggestions for dining and entertainment. Very good location, enjoyed the heated whirlpool and fireplace on the property, the following fdat we went to the Barton Creek resort spa which was only a short distance away from the property and it was lovely. Overall great experience!"
Julie
F
10/12/18

Great Place For A Couples Getaway
"Nina's place was marvelous. Very private, comfortable, and convenient for all Austin and hill countries have to offer . The place was just a picture, well taken care of with an abundance of nice touches that made us feel welcome and relaxed. Thanks!"
Dan
O
10/4/18

Long Weekend With The Kids
"I booked the guest house cabin retreat for a long weekend with my kids. The property was great, the location was perfect. Was the perfect launchpad for us to explore the hill country during the day and wind down at night. Nina was great to work with, she was extremely hospitable, and offered great advice on things to fo in the area. The breakfast basket was a hge lifesaver for us on the first morning and I would recommend that anyone arriving late pick one up for sure."
Jason
K
9/29/18

What A Wonderful Weekend
"Such a beautiful cabin in such a gorgeous setting. Nna is a terrific host. The bottle of champagne was such a nice touch. A,l i can say is my wife and I are great fans of yours. We hope you'll continue to offer this venue for a long time to come because it is our favorite getaway. Thanks for making our weekend special."
Stacy
B
9/22/18

The Best Place To Stay
"The best place we've stayed in the Texas hill country, and we've stayed in many. The property is clean, charming, and appointed with upscale furniture. A nicely well equipped kitchen, beautiful relaxing surrounding, and just the comfiest bed ever. Nina makes you feel like you can ask her for anything and she is always accommodating. We booked the spa package and it was sheer luxury out under the stars on a chilly night with a fire that was all set up for us at our prearranged time, i can also highly recommend the deluxe welcome backet and the breakfast breads basket, which were full of delightful goodies both healthy and delicious! We enjoyed them for several days. Nature surrounds you and it is private but a fantastic location to great restaurants and a quick trip downtown for some live music. We enjoyed especially doing a tour of the hill country wineries based on ninas suggestions, maps, and fliers. Can't imagine anyone not liking this place. Our doggie loved it too! Lots of grounds and a great country road with barely any traffic to walk her on! Well brind our bicycles next time. Thanks again nina! Well be back again soon!"
Camille
H
8/11/18

Awesome Property
"This was a short stay for our family of four, and we could not have been more pleased! The property is just as lovely as it shows in the pictures and we enjoyed the main house porch swings, strolling around the neighborhood and down to the river, exploring the grounds, and relaxing at the pool. I'd highly recommend adding the spa package because you can see the stars at night and have a roaring fire next to swimming and hot tubbing. We grilled steaks one night and enjoyed eating them down at the picnic table by the springfed creek. Thanks Nina for such an amazing stay and your generosity."
Claire
W
8/4/18

Peaceful & Relaxing
"This property is so relaxing and peaceful! Clean, orderly, upscale, beautiful, comfy bed, and wonderful hostess! You truly are surrounded by nature and we loved the treetop views that overlook the canyons of the rover. You can see for miles. The large private deck is into the woods so you feel comfy sitting out in pjs for coffee, wine, or meals, and the pool is just a short walk around the main house porches where nina invites you to sit and enjoy the porch swings, which we did. We even took our picnic lunch down and enjoyed sitting on the long porch at the cute table and chairs where you have remotes to turn on the fan or lights. Pool was perfect temperature. And so lovely out under the stars at night. A plethora of groceries and excellent restaurants. One world theatre is just literally down the road. We enjoyed our stay and will be back. Highly recommended!"
Ellie
M
7/20/18

Relaxing!!!
"When i arrived at the guesthouse it was exactly as described...well appointed, clean, secluded, beautiful art work by the hostess and panoramic views. Nina had put together a delicious picnic basket, as requested by me. I took a nice leisure walk to the pier and relaxed with my toes dangling in the water as i enjoyed my lunch and wine! This was exactly what I needed. I would certainly recommend Nina's guesthouse and will be looking forward to my next stay!"
Patti
M
7/13/18

Beautiful Property
"The property was great and in a beautiful area. I would highly recommend it."
Parker
H
6/10/18

We Highly Recommend It
"Lovely house and host. Everything was awesome. We felt that we were home. Very safe area. The owner is very helpful and generous. The swimming pool, the location, the house, all makes a wonderful vacation."
Shakr
A
6/2/18

Quiet-Peaceful-Romantic
"Sudden road trip was on our minds and we found this cute bnb. Easy gps directions took us down this cute hill country road and I was tired by the time we arrived. I woke up the next morning pleasantly surprised at how rested I felt. It must have been a magical bed. I was skeptical at first because I'm not a big bnb person but this one was extremely clean and I appreciated that detail. Swimming pool and hot tub were all ours and it was amazing. Hostess nina is so charming and thoughtful. She did not leave out a single detail. Surrounding restaurants are a must. Ask Nina if she knows them all. Thank you nina forgiving is a magical stay, I've already texted my friends and family about you and your place, will be back for sure."
Chris
D
5/12/18

Top Notch Accommodations In A Beautiful, Rustic Setting
"My wife and I wanted a secluded, rustic setting that was close to the austin entertainment scene and this was the perfect choice. Outstanding amenities and the bed was very comfortable. We will be back for ACL and looking forward to enjoying the river when it's warm."