Summary:
Discover the ultimate quiet retreat at Skyfall by Portoro, perfect for families, work remote, golf weekends or a home base for exploring Austin. This property offers breathtaking canyon views, a serene ambiance, and a private seasonal pool/hot tub for your exclusive enjoyment. The inside is an extension of the beautiful outdoors. This unique oasis provides a tranquil escape that's just a short drive (12 min) to the vibrant city center. Experience the city while surrounded by nature at Skyfall.
***Please note that the pool is only available May to October. PLEASE DO NOT remove the pool cover.
Please SEE: Other Things to Note
For Area Details, Please SEE: The Neighborhood & Getting Around
The Space:
As you step into this stunning canyon view home in Austin, Texas, you are immediately welcomed by an expansive open-concept living area, kitchen, and designated workspace. Each space is washed in natural light and views through floor to ceiling windows. The thoughtfully designed layout provides ample room for relaxation, culinary adventures, and creativity, making it the perfect home away from home. The living room invites you to cozy up for a movie at the end of the day, while the fully stocked kitchen is equipped with everything you need to create your culinary masterpieces.
This home offers 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, ensuring every guest has a private retreat to prepare for a day of adventures or a night on the town. The primary bedroom has panoramic views with a tree house feel and features a king bed and an en suite bath, while the other bedrooms upstairs are furnished with queen beds and share a full second bathroom. All of the bedrooms boast their own private balcony, offering breathtaking views of the Hill Country. A third bathroom is conveniently located on the main floor, just off the dedicated workspace with an outside entrance accessible from the pool.
Located on seven wooded hill country acres, the sense of spaciousness extends to the outdoors, where you can step through the sliding door off the dining area into a one-of-a-kind backyard oasis. Here, you'll find your own private pool & hot tub & BBQ grill area set against the backdrop of stunning canyon & sunset views. It's the perfect spot to enjoy a morning cup of coffee while listening to birds and taking in miles of breathtaking scenery, or to cool off in your private pool with a refreshing drink on a hot day with the call of coyotes floating up the canyon.
Skyfall resides in a private greenbelt. There are regular sightings of deer, armadillo, owls, hawks and rarer sightings of foxes or the neighborhood lynx. Skyfall was the first home designed and built by famed Austin architect David Shiftlet and with its updates it has become the perfect blend of luxury and tranquility, Skyfall by Portoro promises an unforgettable stay.
Located in the desirable 78746 area of west Austin, this home is a great base for exploring Austin. Located perfectly on routes into and around Austin the location is a great choice for Austin City Limits, Formula One, South by Southwest or just enjoying the restaurants and attractions of the Austin area without the fuss or noise of downtown. Many of our guests are in town for a wedding, work, staycation, golf weekend or vacation and wish for a quiet space to come home to after their activities. Our guests do not host others or bring the party home.
There are 3 Country Club golf courses minutes away including the former home of the Dell Match Play Championships, the Austin Country Club and the storied Lions Municipal Golf Course where Harvey Pennick & Tom Kite were once caddies.
The house is also stocked with board games, yoga mats, towels, a guitar, a library of books and Portoro offers a concierge service that can locate anything you need during your stay.
Note that noise travels in the canyons and the neighbors appreciate the quiet country setting and it is expected you will also preserve that tranquility. Please read the full listing for the rules related to staying at Skyfall. Keep in mind only registered guests are allowed and the property is not suitable for events or gatherings. Parties or noisy guests will result in costly fines and being asked to end their stay immediately with no refund.
Guest Access:
We offer convenient keyless door codes for self-check-in. Portoro Homes uses smart locks with check-in details provided 48 hours prior to arrival by email and text message.
• Early check-ins or late check-outs: If the property happens to be ready earlier than the standard 4 pm check-in time on the day of your arrival, in most cases an early arrival option may be available when confirmed with the main office. Late check-outs must be confirmed with main office staff prior to the date of departure.
Getting Around:
Austin offers plenty of transportation options. Ride sharing, micro-mobility, and mass transit are available everywhere. Downtown Austin, including the University of Texas are 12 minutes from the home, and the airport is just 18 minutes away.
Other Things to Note:
Please pay close attention to following house rules. Non compliance could result in sizable fines.
- All guests staying at a Portoro home are required to sign a rental agreement and complete identity registration.
- Skyfall is in a quiet neighborhood with a sound ordinance that states no amplified sound can leave the property after 9:30pm and no sound can leave the property after 11pm. Noise monitors are present to enforce quiet hours. Please take conversations and music indoors at those times.
- Age restrictions apply. Please inquire for more information.
- All guests must be included on the guest list and not exceed the maximum number stated on the listing which is 6.
- Over occupancy will result in a fine up to $250 per additional head or $2000 if any kind of event or gathering with unregistered guests is occurring during a guest stay. There is a digital occupancy monitor to help enforce this policy.
- Upon arrival, we aim to ensure your safety, proper access to the home, and guest features. Should you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to Portoro directly.
- Known damages incurred during your stay must be reported to the property manager immediately.
- No open flames or candles in the home or outside of the home. Skyfall is in the Westlake Fire Safety District and only you can prevent wildfires.
- No Smoking or Vaping on the balconies or deck. Do not discard cigarettes on the property or in the house. Bring your own vessel for disposal or place fully extinguished cigarettes directly into the outside trash.
- Use of the hot tub is for adults only.
- Swim at your own risk. Watch all children at all times outside.
- The swimming pool is only open from May to October and is covered for all other months. There will be a non negotiable $300 fee added to your reservation should we have proof that the pool cover was tampered with.
- Before check in, we will send you detailed directions to ensure a seamless arrival.
- We cannot guarantee early check ins or late checkouts. When it is possible to check in early or check out late, there will be a fee for anything outside of a one hour window within our standard times. If your need for an early check in or late check out is great, your best option is to book an additional night.
- The home has cameras for external monitoring only.
- Reservations made during festivals and conferences are nonrefundable.
- Both the City of Austin and the State of Texas require all hotel and vacation rental hosts to collect hotel tax. We collect these two taxes within the booking transaction. The state requires 6 percent and the city requires 11 percent.
- A portion of the city hotel tax helps support musicians and related businesses.
- For the safety of guests and the home, there are noise monitoring devices. These devices only measure the decibel level and do NOT record any audio.
Interaction with Guests:
Portoro Homes communicates via email and phone. After a booking is confirmed, rental agreement will be emailed to the guest for e-signature. Check-in instructions are sent by email and text message 48 hours prior to arrival date (keyless entry). We offer convenient keyless entry for self-check with no need to stop in at a local office. We do typically check in with guests by email/text 1-2 times during their stays to ensure a 5-star experience and remain available for any questions/inquiries. We are available to guests 24/7.
We follow the CDC Recommended Cleaning Guidelines. You can rest assured this property has been completely sanitized prior to check-in.
