South Austin Hideaway...Walk to the lake, park & Barton Springs!
House in Zilker, TX
5 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
About this house rental
Discover our charming two-bedroom home with a distinctive southwestern/Austin style. From here, it's an easy walk to Zilker Park (the site of ACL Music Festival), Lady Bird Lake, hike-and-bike trails, Barton Springs, restaurants and food trucks, and the Barton Creek Greenbelt. it's a short driving distance to nearby clubs and neighborhoods, including downtown and South Congress Avenue.
We have lived in the neighborhood since 2001, and we love the laid-back vibe that characterizes this area. We enjoy sharing the space and the area with guests from all over the country and even overseas.
We have a full kitchen available, and outdoor gas and charcoal grills. The house itself is stocked with books, art and music. We offer Amazon Prime and Apple TV, and Netflix and the other streamers are available for guests to log into using their own accounts.
Please note: We cannot accommodate check-ins less than 5 days in advance or long-term stays for more than five days. We also can only accommodate 5 people or less to provide the most comfortable environment for you! Our house features a king and queen-sized bed in two bedrooms with one bathroom. There is also a non-foldout sofa which can serve as an extra bed for one person.
We have just added a Stock Tank Pool, a perfect place to relax and cool off during our Texas summers!
The house has a big fenced backyard that lends itself to hanging out in good weather. There is a firepit and the stock tank pool available when circumstances permit. (Please note owners cannot be responsible for any mishaps resulting from the use of either the firepit or the pool).
This home has an "Austin" feel in an incredible neighborhood and is close to everything you're looking for in a visit to ATX!
The house is thoroughly cleaned between guests and has been occupied by the owners only. Contactless check-in is the standard at this time. We are committed to providing a safe and enjoyable stay. Any questions? Please contact the homeowners.
We have lived in the neighborhood since 2001, and we love the laid-back vibe that characterizes this area. We enjoy sharing the space and the area with guests from all over the country and even overseas.
We have a full kitchen available, and outdoor gas and charcoal grills. The house itself is stocked with books, art and music. We offer Amazon Prime and Apple TV, and Netflix and the other streamers are available for guests to log into using their own accounts.
Please note: We cannot accommodate check-ins less than 5 days in advance or long-term stays for more than five days. We also can only accommodate 5 people or less to provide the most comfortable environment for you! Our house features a king and queen-sized bed in two bedrooms with one bathroom. There is also a non-foldout sofa which can serve as an extra bed for one person.
We have just added a Stock Tank Pool, a perfect place to relax and cool off during our Texas summers!
The house has a big fenced backyard that lends itself to hanging out in good weather. There is a firepit and the stock tank pool available when circumstances permit. (Please note owners cannot be responsible for any mishaps resulting from the use of either the firepit or the pool).
This home has an "Austin" feel in an incredible neighborhood and is close to everything you're looking for in a visit to ATX!
The house is thoroughly cleaned between guests and has been occupied by the owners only. Contactless check-in is the standard at this time. We are committed to providing a safe and enjoyable stay. Any questions? Please contact the homeowners.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Gym or Fitness Center
Garden
Map of Zilker, TX
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Reviews
10.0
Great stay in this charming home. We have stayed here several times and are always delighted by the hospitality of the hosts who provide breakfast fixings, snacks and a margarita set up:)
The house has everything we need, a comfortable bed and a big backyard for our dogs.
We find it so relaxing and the location is near Zilker, which is perfect for walks, runs and a brisk swim.
We will be back ASAP!!
10.0
We had a wonderful visit to Austin and the home was comfortable and enjoyable. Beds are good too.
10.0
Awesome location for attending ACL Festival! We were able to walk to Zilker Park & Barton Springs. The house was cozy & had all the amenities we needed. Would definitely stay again!
10.0
Great location in Zilker Park area and close to just about everything in the downtown area. Great restaurants within a very short drive, though a tad too far to walk. Major grocery stores about 10 minutes by car. Neighborhood is very nice and felt very safe, a mix of older and newer homes. Mostly professional people and retirees. Not many students in this area. We did some late night walking and felt very safe. House was older but clean and had a well stocked kitchen, refrigerator and complimentary margarita bar! House has a quirky Austin vibe with lots of music posters and Southwest art. Beds were comfortable. Would stay here again.
10.0
Loved this property and Owners attentiveness, details and suggestions for a comfortable stay. Home was decorated perfectly with an eclectic appeal. Would highly recommend and we will be coming back!
10.0
This was such a great home to stay in while we were in town visiting family. It was so cozy and comfortable - had everything and more than we could have possibly needed. Great location just across the river from downtown Austin and just down the street from so many great restaurants and shopping! Plenty of room for our little family of four and a great backyard to hang out in and enjoy the beautiful weather. We will definitely stay here again!
10.0
Amazing property, we will be back!
10.0
The home had everything I needed and the hosts were incredibly generous with pantry and refrigerator items - all the way down to fresh fruit, juice, coffee, and breakfast taco fixings. Great old Austin / Sante Fe / West Texas vibe with decor. Comfortable beds and pillows. Fresh herbs in the garden plots. And even some hens nearby to delight you with their funny calls. Close to all the central/south Austin attractions. Great spot!
10.0
John and Kathy were gracious, generous, and responsive hosts. Their home was perfect for my wife and me as a home base for exploring the Austin area. We were able to walk to downtown, the Barton Creek greenbelt, and the Zilker Botanical Garden. All wonderful walks. The home was as presented online. The kitchen and home was well supplied with everything we needed. The neighborhood was quiet and peaceful. We will return if ever in Austin again. Thank you John and Kathy!
10.0
We have stayed many times here as we come to Austin frequently. This is a comfortable house in a great neighborhood. Margaritas and breakfast tacos are always much appreciated and make for a warm welcome. Thanks again for sharing this gem with us.
10.0
Everything about this house and the hosts was absolutely perfect for our stay. The location was ideal, the house was so cool and inviting, and the hosts were unbelievably gracious and thoughtful. Would absolutely book again!
10.0
Very beautiful house. The owners left fixings for breakfast and margaritas. Easy check in and the owners were very responsive to messages. Would definitely recommend.
10.0
Enchanted retreat
Comfortable neighborhood, cozy and inviting home. Wonderful, thoughtful, and accommodating hosts.
10.0
Wonderful Home!!
A lot of fruit flies buzzing around, but all in all very clean, accommodating, and fantastic location
10.0
Charming South Austin house
The house in South Austin is charming and has delights for the eye in every room.
The fenced backyard was ideal for our dog and great for relaxing in under the shady trees.
The owners are very gracious hosts and provide margarita fixings as well as the ingredients for breakfast tacos which we enjoyed immensely.
Great stay!
10.0
Lovely Home
This is a lovely home in a lovely neighborhood! The kitchen was particularly well stocked.
10.0
Wonderful house, amazing experience.
We had a blast at this amazing house. The house is cozy, comfortable, and feels surprisingly large. The backyard is huge and set up nicely with multiple gatherings spaces. The real benefit of this house is the decor and warmth provided by the owners. They provide fare including margaritas and breakfast tacos, and the decor and book collection make you feel as though you're on an adventure even when you are just chillin' in a nice Austin vibe house. I highly recommend this place and would happily stay hear whenever I come back to Austin.
10.0
We loved staying in this charming home, full of beautiful art, interesting books and music.
Our Austin weekend was enriched by the experience from of staying in this great little house. We cooked, read and listened to music to our hearts’ content and had relatives and friends over to eat and play games. Our dogs loved the big backyard. It was a little cold and wet to check out the fire pit, but we enjoyed the indoor fireplace. We’ll be back for sure!
10.0
Loved this comfortable and charming house
We had a lovely stay, enjoying the comfort & charm of this beautiful home. The art work is interesting, the little lights strung in the garden are pretty, and there are so many cool books I wanted time to read them all. A comfy bed, full kitchen & host provided delicious breakfast & fixings for margaritas! Pretty perfect stay for my daughter’s wedding weekend:)
10.0
Great festival home base
We are repeat guests as we find this house cozy, comfortable, and close to everything we like to do in Austin. Communication with the owners is easy and the breakfast fixings are a treat.
10.0
Awesome getaway in Austin
From the moment we walked in the door we felt so welcomed in this wonderful home. Our hosts provided grocery essentials and drinks and we had a wonderful time cooking in the open kitchen. One of our favorite parts of our stay was looking around at all of the awesome art. Beds were comfortable, bathroom was adorable and clean, and the living spaces were cozy with plenty of movies, music and books to choose from. As Austin locals ourselves we kept saying to each other that this place is just “so Austin” in the absolute best way. The neighborhood is in a great location close to restaurants, shops and Barton Springs/Zilker. We would absolutely stay here again and recommend to anybody looking for a home to relax and unwind in Austin. Thank you!!
10.0
Great weekend
Great place with incredible location, great management and excellent wifi.
10.0
The house was just as pictured. The home was very clean and filled with interesting art.
We stayed for 2 nights with our dog. We enjoyed the house a great deal. The bed was very comfortable and the location was great. Margaritas and breakfast taco fixings were a thoughtful feature.
10.0
Wonderful
We love coming to John’s. The house is well set up, plenty of really good books. They left all sorts of supplies for us. Wonderful breezes in his beautiful and comfortable backyard. House a little warm but the bedrooms had window units for comfortable sleeping. Lots of ceiling fans. Good WiFi connection. Great location by restaurants and Barton Springs, bookstore REI and Whole Foods. This is our second time staying and will be back again and again
10.0
Felt Like Home
The house could not have been better! We enjoyed both the indoor and outdoor space the home offered. We felt truly welcomed and appreciated. It’s the little touches that go beyond that transforms your stay into a true VIP experience. This is perhaps the best property in our long experience of VRBO stays. Thank you John & Jennifer!
10.0
Great stay at charming South Austin house
We enjoyed our stay so much. Delicious margaritas to greet us and a charming and comfortable house with a great shady backyard. The host provided the fixings for breakfast tacos which were quite tasty. Good location for running on the trail in Zilker. All around great stay!
5.0
This charming home is just as advertised. Our group of two retired couples found this home quite perfect for our needs. It’s close to everything Austin including the airport. And perfectly thoughtful to offer their printer for our boarding passes on our last day. The living space is cozy and comfortable. The music and book collection is astounding. The memorabilia and photos are hung proudly as they should. In short, everything was perfect for us!
10.0
Austin Charm and Music History
This charming home is just as advertised. Our group of two retired couples found this home quite perfect for our needs. It’s close to everything Austin including the airport. And perfectly thoughtful to offer their printer for our boarding passes on our last day.
The living space is cozy and comfortable. The music and book collection is astounding. The memorabilia and photos are hung proudly as they should. In short, everything was perfect for us!
10.0
Awesome Location - Comfortable - Great Backyard
Set in a great neighborhood, near Zilker Park and Barton Springs, this home is by tons of great restaurants, hiking trails, and close to downtown. This delightfully funky home was very comfortable for my family of four and the hosts were great.. We hope to return again.
10.0
A gem in the heart of Barton Hills/Zilker
We had a wonderful relaxing stay at this unique, art and book-filled home. It is within walking distance to everything Austin has to offer, from restaurants and bars (a great bakery is just a block away) to the Town Lake hike and bike trail, Zilker park, Barton Springs. The home feels both cozy and spacious, with a great flow. Our party of three were just steps from one another at any given time, and yet we each had out own space (the light-filled family room is a fantastic spot to read and chill out). The backyard space feels private, yet open, with lots of beautiful live oak trees for the perfect amount of shade. Plus, we were welcomed to the home with margaritas and enough food for breakfast the next morning (after a very long drive we were immensely grateful not to have to go to the store). Our experience could not have been better!
10.0
Great for family getaway
We really enjoyed our stay. The weather was perfect for using the fire pit and we enjoyed the welcoming atmosphere. The house has a lot of character and charm.
10.0
Mother/daughter reunion!
Due to COVID, I hadn’t seen my daughter who lives in Austin in 10 months. This house was perfect! Walking distance to her work (The ABGB) and her home. The large backyard was just what we needed to social distance. The fully equipped kitchen allowed me to cook all of our favorites. When she went home the extensive arts collections kept me totally enthralled! Thank you for the best home! I’ll be back soon!
10.0
It feels like a home not just a place
A great house that makes you feel like staying with someone without them being there. A nice neighborhood and all the amenities. Very relaxing.
10.0
A lot of character
We have stayed at a lot of rental properties, but this one stands out for having real character. The music, art, and book collections were amazing. The kitchen was well appointed and we were able to locate everything we needed to cook. We also appreciated the very nice welcoming touches. Thank you for allowing us to share your home.
10.0
We felt right at home
This is a cozy house with alot of charm and personality. Full of interesting things to look at including books, records, artwork and concert posters. There is even a built in happy hour and breakfast service! It is a great location for exploring Austin and a nice neighborhood. We felt safe and happy. Many thanks!
10.0
Great place
Great place and location
10.0
Second time even better than the first
This is our second year to stay here for ACL and happy to report that everything was perfect once again. My daughters and I walk to Zilker each day and love how simple it makes the entire weekend. The pre-stocked margaritas and breakfast food make it all that much better!
10.0
Great Property AND Great location!
Very unique property with several cool hangout spots. Loved the artwork and appreciated the margarita bar and all the extras in the fridge. So nice to have water and some eggs even for breakfast. Great location too. Walked to several cool areas including Zilker Park and Barton Springs. Would love to visit again!
8.0
Austin getaway
Fantastic location with everything we needed.
10.0
Great location!
Very nice homeowners and great location to everything! Not only is home very well appointed unlike most HomeAway’s, but the fridge was fully stocked both times we have stayed for guests to enjoy breakfast and margarita makings on the house! Also, the huge fully fenced backyard was ideal for my dogs! We’ll be back, thanks!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Zilker?
The average price for a rental in Zilker is $267 per night. This rental is $116 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at South Austin Hideaway...Walk to the lake, park & Barton Springs!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is South Austin Hideaway...Walk to the lake, park & Barton Springs! pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at South Austin Hideaway...Walk to the lake, park & Barton Springs!?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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