Hudson Bend Ranch is a great place to stay near Lake Travis! We loved the living space, it was so cute and the perfect size for us. We didn't travel far from home, but it felt like we were hours away from the noise of the city. Steven is a fantastic host. He responded quickly to all our messages and even made recommendations for parks nearby. If you want to swim in Lake Travis and don't mind hiking down some big rocks, I highly recommend checking out Tom Hughes park. It's about 15 minutes from the casita. We spent quite a few hours hanging out by and in the water during our stay. There was hardly anyone there. It was fabulous. The casita is well-stocked with an pots, pans, plates, cups and silverware. We cooked all our meals on the induction burner, in the large toaster oven, and on the gas grill. The propane was provided! However, there was no cutting board, sharp knives, dish soap, or a sponge. We ended up purchasing these items down the road, so it was not a big deal. I have let the host know and maybe those items will be available for the next guests! Anyway, we really enjoyed our stay and we would love to return. I highly highly recommend staying at Hudson Bend Ranch! It was so cozy and we had the best time!!