When does Winter Texan season start at The Island?

October through March is the typical window, with most extended stays running one to several months. October is when the weather turns from summer heat to the mild, resort-quiet stretch Winter Texans book for.

Do I still get full resort access on a monthly stay?

Yes — every stay, however long, includes the same resort access as any other reservation: pools, hot tubs, the private marina, tennis courts, restaurant, spa discount, and the resort shuttle.

How much does a monthly villa stay cost?

Monthly rates start around $1,800 for a studio, $2,100 for a one-bedroom, $2,400 for a two-bedroom, and $3,300 for a three-bedroom. Call (512) 267-4887 and we'll confirm the rate for your exact villa and length of stay.

Winter Texan Season at The Island on Lake Travis

Every October, snowbirds from the Midwest, the Northeast, and Canada start planning the winter south. Most default to the Rio Grande Valley. A growing number are choosing The Island on Lake Travis instead — a full resort rather than just a rental.

Why October is the turning point

Lake Travis winters are mild — daytime highs typically run in the 50s to 70s, with far fewer freezing days than the Midwest or Northeast and none of the snow. October is when summer heat breaks and the resort settles into its quieter, off-season rhythm, which is exactly when extended-stay rates become available for villas that are booked solid May through September.

Resort access doesn’t shrink on a long stay

A monthly or multi-month booking at The Island includes the same access as a weekend one: pools, hot tubs, the private marina, lighted tennis courts, the on-site restaurant, a spa discount, and the resort shuttle. Nothing about an extended stay is a reduced package — see our guide to visiting in winter for what actually stays open during the off-season.

Who this suits

Works well for:

Retirees and remote workers who want a real winter escape with resort amenities attached
Anyone who tried the Rio Grande Valley and wants something closer to Austin
Longer stays where a full villa — kitchen, living space, parking — beats a hotel room

Not the trip: if your plans center on swimming, summer is still the better season. Winter here suits being outdoors and on the water, not in it.

What it costs

Monthly rates start around $1,800 for a studio and scale up by bedroom count — full detail, including current two- and three-bedroom rates, is on our Winter Texans page. Call (512) 267-4887 and we’ll confirm the exact number for your villa and dates.

Booking an extended stay

Villas are fully furnished with utilities and high-speed Wi-Fi included, so there’s nothing to arrange before you arrive. Because long stays are quoted individually and availability for a full season is limited, it’s worth calling ahead of firm dates so we can match you with a villa that has the whole window open.