Hancock Cottages

"I loved staying here! The suite was cute and cozy, with every amenity I could want (kitchen utensils, blankets, all the TV channels, etc.). And there is a great little side yard to soak up the year-round sunshine in Austin:) Rachel was responsive, generous, and professional. I thought I would only stay here two weeks but it ended up being closer to two months--that's how much I liked it. Highly recommend. And great location too. Thanks, Rachel!"

"I rented this home as a place for a group of 8 as a part of a trip to Austin for a wedding. The home was clean and had all the pots/pans/space we needed. A nice back deck gave up an additional place to hang out besides the kitchen and living room. There is a door between the hallway of bedrooms and the main living area, so anyone who stayed up late wasn't bothering those who went to bed early. Rachel was delightful and quick to respond to any concerns we had. Great place to stay, function for a large group of adults who want to hang out and cook their own breakfast or dinner while on a trip. Plenty of local suggestions and the washer/dryer was a godsend (one couple had a baby). Plenty of towels and sheets for our group as well. Great spot!"

"Had a lovely stay at Rachel and Ralph’s place! They are incredibly accommodating and their home is perfect for a little getaway. It is conveniently located in a quiet and safe neighborhood with great restaurants within walking distance. Just a 15 minute drive from downtown and all the action. I definitely recommend for a couple’s stay or if you have kids! Rachel and Ralph are also experts on the Austin area and give great tips on where to eat, drink, and hike. Will definitely be back again!"

"I have stayed at several of the Hancock Cottages guest properties over the years. The Hancock Ranch House is particularly wonderful. The house and yard are surrounded by trees and the yard is well maintained. The neighborhood is quiet and secluded. The house interior is lovely, with a wide open spacious living area featuring a fireplace, comfortable and attractive furnishings, wonderful artwork, and glass doors opening to a fabulous back yard and patio. Bedrooms are spacious, the beds are comfortable and high quality, and linens and bedding are high quality as well. The kitchen is well equipped with state of the art appliances as well as flatware, glassware, pots and pans, and utensils. Everything you might need during the stay from paper products to cleaning products to coffee is supplied by the host. If I had to say anything negative about the Ranch House, it would be, the washer and dryer are slow. The laundry appliances are state of the art – but water saving smart brain washers and dryers take their time washing and drying clothes. I'm okay with that, if the washer takes ten extra minutes to wash the clothes to get it right? That's not an issue for me sitting on a comfortable sofa in front of a fabulous fireplace. Do yourself a favor and grab this gem. The Hancock Ranch House is a truly beautiful interior in a peaceful and rejuvenating setting and I keep coming back to Hancock properties for a reason."

"Ever had one of those moments where you just need a break from "Adulting"? Well, that was me when I found "Ralph's Lake Cottage", offered by Hancock Guest Cottages. This property is a perfect Studio setup on Lake Buchanan! If you're into the outdoors/nature and lake scene but also enjoy everything you need right at your fingertips this is the place for you! It's clean, it's more spacious than the photos give it credit for, it's affordable, and most of all, it's peaceful! Here are some of the awesome things you'll find at Ralph's Lake Cottage: King size bed, trundle bed with pull out, chaise lounge, decks and patio furniture, full size fridge and oven, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, blender, full set of kitchenware and cooking supplies. Coffee, tea, zip locks, paper towels, toilet paper, pillows, blankets, extra sheets, bath towels, beach towels, flashlights, musical instruments, DVDs, puzzles, games, cards, fans, kayaks, bikes, swings, firepit, BBQ pit, and more! Seriously, the owners thought of everything! All I brought with me was some wine, snacks, comfy clothes, and my sewing supplies. I had my own personal Sewing Retreat for the weekend and it was fantastic! =) As far as nearby attractions, I only ventured out once when I took the 25 minute drive to Llano, Texas. It was a super cute town with several boutiques, gift shops, restaurants, and 2 quilt stores (which were my main motivator for leaving the cottage). There's also a Family Dollar. There are also nearby wineries and a Country Store with plenty of basics plus made to order pizza, salads, and sandwiches. Be sure to do some star gazing at night and get up for the sunrise - it's AMAZING!"