I stayed here with my partner for a short weekend getaway with the hopes of enjoying a quiet space away from the city, views of the water, and a clean and cozy place to sleep in.
Lee was communicative about how to find the space and where to park beforehand which was appreciated. Our initial impression of the space was that I wish I had asked for more photos beforehand. I will break this up into spaces so that it is easier to read.
Property: The property is very dark at nighttime but there is a floodlight when you park for you to see. There are two buildings and a shed. The building (built in 1970s) we stayed in is split between two condos and the deck pictured is shared with the neighboring condo. If you have mobility issues it should be noted that you will have to walk down about 7-10 stairs to get to the front door.
Overall interior: The space is definitely cozy and not meant for more than 2 people. There was definitely that familiar smell of an old home but our noses adjusted. The flooring throughout the living room, stairs, and bedroom appeared new. It is nicely lit up during the daytime. The AC is amazing and we did not feel humid/warm at all while we stayed in June. For some reason, all of the windows were unlocked when we arrived which allowed in some small spiders and we had to go around to lock it all. The photos felt like they focused more on the decorated areas.
Kitchen: Not yet renovated but functional. We did not cook but we did see plenty of dinnerware if you needed it. The stove is an older model with the electric coils. A microwave, toaster, Keurig, and of course a fridge were provided. The big window seeing into the yard was a treat during the daytime. During the summer the leaves have all grown so plenty of greenery to look at
Living room: It is as pictured in the photos and definitely cozy. The sofas are both about the size of a love seat for reference. We enjoyed relaxing here during the afternoon hours after returning from a round of golf. We did not watch TV so I cannot reference to that.
Deck: This is a shared space with the neighboring condo that shares a wall. You are not exactly on the lake/water front but if you peek through the leaves you can see a bit of the inlet. The spiders were in full force so there were a lot of webs around but that's to be expected if you're staying under large oak trees in this part of the city. There are string lights that seem to be on a timer, we're not sure what time these turned off. There was a deck off to the side that could have been tidied up some more. There was a gate that leads you downstairs to the next door property (unsure how it was affiliated) and a few steps away was the waterfront. It was murky/green that day and we did not attempt to get in. It does lead to the Colorado River however.
Bathroom: Note that there are no pictures of the bathroom. This space has not been renovated but it's functional. It is a smaller space, just enough room for a bathtub w/ showerhead, toilet, and sink. The vanity around the sink was wood. The toilet was older--I recommended that the seat be replaced. We had to clean it before we felt comfortable using it. The water pressure from the shower was good but the showerhead could also use a replacement so the water sprays evenly from the holes. If you're the type of person that prefers more space in a bathroom and for things to be bright and sanitized, this might not be for you.
Bedroom: The room is not very large but enough to fit a queen (maybe full?) size bed and two nightstands. The dresser and nightstands appeared to be recently purchased. The linens were fine but the mattress was extremely soft. I understand everyone has different sleep preferences but the bed felt like it sank in the middle when we both lied/sat on it (we're both healthy/athletic, 150-200 lbs each). We did not sleep well in it. The windows up top also faces the deck and if the deck lights are not off yet, the lights could keep some people up depending on how dark you prefer to sleep.
Overall: I think the biggest value in this posting is its location in the West Lake Hills. We enjoyed the drive in and seeing the homes along the way. This place is for people that don't mind older homes, modest/simple accommodations, a quiet space, and having a convenient drive into the city for activities.