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Modern Waterfront Apartment with Panoramic Lake Views
Eat breakfast on the balcony while watching boats on Lake Austin or enjoy relaxing in a modern living space with stunning sunset views. This private guest apartment is on the grounds of a spectacular Andersson-Wise architect-designed home. City of Austin Operating License #2020 012727 The property was as designed by Anderson Wise, the same architects that designed the W Hotel Austin. The modern design takes advantage of a panoramic view of Lake Austin from the living room and private balcony. Enjoy a glass of wine while you watch one of the famous sunsets over the lake! 1BR /1BA apartment can sleep up to four guests. King bed. Living Room with full size sofa bed. Fully equipped kitchen with Stove/Oven, Microwave, Toaster, Coffee Maker, blender. Washer and Dryer in garage below. Hairdryer Cable TV WiFi The guest Apartment is just steps from Covert Park at Mount Bonnell, Mount Bonnell boasts amazing panoramic views of Lake Austin, Downtown skyline, Pennybacker Bridge, and the surrounding hill country. It is one of Austin's top tourist attractions. Also walking distance to AMOA Laguna Gloria and Mayfield Park. 4.5 Miles to Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium 5.6 Miles to Austin Convention Center 5.9 Miles to Zilker Park 13.5 Miles to Austin Bergstrom International Airport 20 Miles to Circuit of Americas Street parking is available. The maximum occupancy is four persons. Children are included in the total headcount. Please let us know if you will be traveling with children and their ages. We will be happy to accommodate them. The apartment is just steps from Covert Park at Mount Bonnell, with its wonderful views of Lake Austin, the downtown skyline, Pennybacker Bridge, and the surrounding hill country. Take a walk to the Contemporary Austin museum and Mayfield Park.

ATX Tiny Home | Walk to UT, Moody & Food on Manor
Whether you’re in town for work or play, this location is perfect for accessing the best of Austin’s nightlife, live music and restaurants. Our guests rave about the home's proximity to everything in Central Texas. Walkable to restaurants on Manor, the University of Texas at Austin football + baseball games, and events the Moody Center. 5-Minutes from Downtown Austin and Lady Bird Lake. 15-Minutes to Lake Austin and the Airport. The Lilla House couldn't be any closer to all of the action in ATX

Hyde Park Treetop Garage Apt
Welcome to our beautiful one-bedroom Apartment in the trees. This 500 square foot apartment is breathtaking with its vaulted ceilings, natural light, and spacious balconies.The stunning location, within walking distance of classic Austin restaurants and coffee shops, offers modern conveniences and style that makes this a must-stay. For remote workers we have Google Fiber (1,000 Mbps) We clean thoroughly and disinfect all touchable surfaces, including light switches, remotes and blind cords.

Chill in Cherrywood Close to UT, Downtown
Enjoy a peaceful setting and primo location in this remodeled 2-level guesthouse in a coveted East Central Austin neighborhood. Walk to DKR, Moody Center, and all major venues on UT campus. 5-10 minute drive to restaurants, bars, and arts of Downtown Austin. 5 miles to ACL at Zilker Park, 12 to COTA, and 7 to the airport. Blocks away from Manor Rd. restaurants. Want to relax? Explore the garden space just beyond your shaded outdoor deck, or lounge inside to soothe the body and calm the mind.

Fresh & Comfortable Near UT
Freshly renovated! This condo is in a quiet building with an assigned parking space. See the restaurants in historic homes across the street from the patio. Walk to fun shops and unique restaurants that serve BBQ, pizza, Thai, and vegan cuisine. If you prefer to cook, a grocery store is just a block away. Catch a game or concert at the University of Texas! Enjoy the close proximity to downtown Austin. The sofa converts to a twin bed for a third guest. Laundry facility on site. Free Wi-Fi!

Tiny House, Big Personality w/ Hot Tub
Tiny House Big Personality may be very modest in size, but charisma abounds. . This Tiny house has all the amenities to make you feel like you're truly on vacation. Enjoy the fully equipped kitchen. Cute yard with an outdoor dining area. Lounge in bed with the ultimate 'netflix and chill" projection screen that scrolls down with an easy press of a remote. Plus a full size bathroom with a super roomy shower (more than big enough for two). Close to UT, dining, bars, and great things ATX!

Downtown-2 mi away-Grocery/Restaurants-1 min away
Pool/hot tub coming early spring 2026 - 2.5 mi away from Downtown Austin - 1 mi away from University of Texas -5 min walk (30 sec drive) to grocery store, coffee shops, multiple restaurants, convenience stores, smoothie shop, park, and swimming pool. -Golf course across the street. Play freely on golf course after 5pm - 15 min to Austin airport, amphitheatre, F1 track - 12 min away from Barton Springs, Zilker Park, ACL festival - Couches are sleeper sofas -Pet fee is $3

B-side: Rockin' 5 stars for over 6 years!
** See "Guest Access" for information on pets and 7+ night stays!! Modern, walkable hideaway with incredible natural light in the super-chill Eastside Cherrywood neighborhood. No, really. There are like, tons of windows in there. Austin hotspots and events are a short ride share away from our central location. But with a well-appointed kitchen, hot restaurants, bars, and coffee shops just a short stroll away, and super comfy digs you may find you don't want to wander very far.

Casita Querida
Your two bedrooms & bath (but NO Kitchen & no additional living room) are within my house but accessible through a separate entrance. This peaceful! central 'hood on Shoal Creek is close to restaurants, shops, UT & inviting walking trails. There's a fridge (3.1 cu ft), microwave, and coffee maker; plenty of nearby eateries exist for a variety of sustenance & budgets. The Casita works well for one couple with one (or two small) children or 2 or 3 adults who need two bedrooms.

Johnson Creek Cabin
The Johnson Creek Cabin is a guest house that sits at the back of same property as my home in the heart of central Austin. The main house is called “Upson House” and is also available for rent through Airbnb. The location is within walking distance of Zilker Park (ACL), many fine restaurants, shopping, downtown, public transportation, and yet is secluded enough to provide an unforgettable experience that includes much of the best of what makes Austin great.

UT Football/Moody Center/Austin Events-1.5 mi DTA-
This charming condo is located 1 block to UT and about 1 mile to Downtown Austin. Perfect for Austin and UT Events. 1 block to UT North Campus;3 to 7 min walk tò Engineering and Law Schools;10 min walk to Bass Concert Hall or Football Stadium; Easy access to DT Austin, Zilker Park, ACL, SXSW, F1, eateries & buses. Many bike routes thru campus and on to DT and Lady Bird Lake. 10 minute walk to the Drag (Guadalupe).

Bright & Modern 1BR Condo Near Campus & Downtown
Welcome to your stylish Austin home-away-from-home! This modern 1-bedroom, 1-bath condo is the perfect spot for your Austin stay — whether you’re visiting UT Austin, exploring downtown, or enjoying a weekend getaway. With a comfortable bedroom and a sleeper sofa in the living room, the condo comfortably sleeps up to 4 guests, making it ideal for couples, friends, or small families.
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Spacious Luxury Condo. Steps from Lake & Rainey st

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Stuck in the 80s: TX Time Warp with Cowboy Pool

E. Austin Family Hangout! Pool & BBQ -Fully fenced
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| Avg. temp | 11°C | 13°C | 17°C | 21°C | 25°C | 28°C | 30°C | 30°C | 27°C | 22°C | 16°C | 12°C |
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260 of Central Austin holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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Central Austin stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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- Zilker Botanical Garden
- Circuit of The Americas
- Blue Hole Regional Park
- Mueller
- McKinney Falls State Park
- Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
- The Domain
- Mount Bonnell
- Austin Convention Center
- Hidden Falls Adventure Park
- Longhorn Cavern State Park
- Pedernales Falls State Park
- Inks Lake State Park
- Hamilton Pool Preserve
- Barton Creek Greenbelt
- Wimberley Market Days
- Blanco State Park
- Jacob's Well Natural Area
- The Bandit Golf Club
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- Bastrop State Park
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