Places to stay near Thinkery

Wow, Glass-Walled Design Bungalow near University of Texas

#1 Airbnb in Austin according to Architectural Digest! Bring the outdoors in! Sliding glass walls open to the serene yard of this redesigned '50s bungalow, just 3 miles from the center of downtown. Hide away and nestle in to your own fenced sanctuary and a bubbling chromatherapy bath…or share a relaxed, al fresco evening meal at the 12-foot outdoor dining table and share stories around the fire pit under Texas stars. (NO PETS. Infants & well-behaved CHILDREN OVER 8 ONLY.) Completely re-imagined by a designer/architect, this 1950's house was stripped to the studs to be recreated into a modern oasis of cool just ten minutes to the epicenter of downtown Austin. Appointed with every comfort, the home sports sliding glass walls to the backyard to allow the inside out and the outside in. An expansive living room gets even larger with the view to the backyard's minimalist "mound of grass" and the communal fire-pit beyond. A massive 12 foot long dining table adds casual chic to any grill-out dinner party you may want to throw under the Texas stars, or just a leisurely cool morning coffee. Just a step up from the living room and a theatre-style kitchen and serving bar allows even the most gourmet chef to have their crack at cooking anything from the local Whole Foods headquarters. Every amenity is available for the food fanatic, from induction cook-top to espresso machine. Two bedrooms on either side of a long entry hallway provide great privacy for a two-couple retreat. The queen bed guest suite has its own direct access to the backyard with a wall of glass, and its own accompanying bath. The king bed master bedroom is a technical delight, with a ceiling mounted, flat-panel TV that rotates for viewing in bed or in the chroma therapy air jet bathtub. A separate shower stall with digital controls sports both a 12" rain shower head and a hand-held shower wand. The master bathroom, like the kitchen extension is completely clad in a warm zen-inducing bamboo. (NOTE: This house can be rented with the neighboring house for large get-togethers up to 10 people, and the two together provide TONS of outdoor entertainment space including two dining areas, a hot tub, the fire pit, and outdoor spa shower with a waterfall head. If interested search for the listing "Hip Oasis, Bamboo Forest & Hot Tub." to see the other. Inquiries for a dual rental will receive a special price for the two together.) Guests have the run of the place including the completely renovated 50's house, and an extremely private fenced back yard including a huge entertainment space with a 12 foot long dining table, a Weber gas grill for outdoor cooking, the fire-pit (wood provided), and the spa-like outdoor shower. The owner resides in a studio behind this property and comes and goes like the wind via the side yard discretely. He is available via text and happy to help expeditiously, but in general guests have all the alone time they want or need! Windsor Park is a laid-back Keep Austin Weird neighborhood where, like Austin, kinda anything goes! Trendy spots nearby include the parks, running trails and pools at Mueller, Alamo Drafthouse Theater, Halcyon Coffee, B.D. Riley's Irish Pub, East Austin Yoga, The kNomad Global Bar, Kirby Lane (pancakes!) and the amazing Paco's Tacos, just to name a few. The eco-friendly, HEB grocery center (.25 miles from the house) has everything from Starbucks & Liquor, to pizza & gas just moments away. There are busses which are frequented by the students in the area, and the nearest light rail is at Highland Mall just 1 mile away. However, like most of Austin, the most convenient option is to have a car. This property is used by the owner for entertaining his own family and guests. It's in tip-top shape and decked out with his personal collection of art and books and a chef's dream kitchen. For the caring and refined guest, this house is an incredible repose and a perfect way to really live in a "Keep Austin Weird" neighborhood but also be accommodated in luxury. The television in this house is entirely driven by digital content and does not include basic cable.

Guest house with private driveway and fence.

Centrally located French Place guest house in quiet neighborhood near downtown Austin, UT campus, new Moody Center and stadiums. Local ABIA bus to AUS airport. Private driveway, privacy fence, complete kitchen, washer & dryer, and many amenities. The living area is located on the second floor with a complete free laundry area on the first floor. We provide comfortable accommodations to support the well-being of our guests. Come stay with us for your business, events, or vacation accommodations.

Casita de Meador

Welcome to Casita de Meador, a private 289 square foot guesthouse offering an elevated, easygoing stay in Austin. Rest well in a plush king bed with luxury linens. Cook or reheat favorites in a well-stocked kitchenette. Start your mornings with complimentary Nespresso coffee, tea, and treats. Settle in with ad-free streaming, fast Wi-Fi, a rainfall shower, unlimited hot water, and an in-unit washer and dryer. Well located for quick access to downtown Austin, UT, Q2 Stadium, ABIA, and the Domain.

Austin's Stylish Treetop Walkable Retreat!

Discover Austin in this calm, stylish two-story home with a modern Japandi aesthetic and tranquil oak tree surroundings. Enjoy two bedrooms with plush queen beds, three well-designed bathrooms, a well-stocked kitchen, and a cozy living room with a sofa bed. Located near vibrant Mueller and Cherrywood, walk to parks, shops, and eateries. Just minutes from downtown, UT, and major employers. Owner-managed, we're here to ensure a seamless stay. Contactless check-in and off-street parking included.

Backyard Bird House | Tiny but Mighty

A two person studio space in Windsor Park Neighborhood - Private, tiny home, close to HEB and Dell Hospital. Modern furnishings, very clean, natural light, decorated with local, fine art. A friendly, tree-lined neighborhood, east of I-35, 4.5 mi from downtown. The space is 230 sq ft with a kitchenette and a queen size bed. We live in the main house on the property. Our guests stay here for work and family nearby. They take ride shares to Austin events downtown like ACL & SXSW and to COTA.

Sunny Backyard One Bedroom Apartment in Hyde Park

Explore the city from a sunny, one bedroom apartment and plant-lover’s dream located in Central Austin’s historic Hyde Park neighborhood. Walk tree-lined streets to popular restaurants, parks, and coffee shops. A 10-15 minute stroll gets you to UT, while the Texas Capital, 6th street, ACL, SXSW venues, and much more are easily accessed by bike, scooter, rideshare, and Capital Metro. For stays of 30 days or more, I offer a 20% discount-- if interested, please send an inquiry for your dates.

Modern 1 bed 1.5 bath with yard in Hyde Park

Enjoy a stylish, relaxing getaway at this centrally-located home in Hyde Park. Walking distance to Joe's Coffee, HEB, 24hr Fitness, and many more amenities. Or hop in the car for a quick trip to Tyson's Tacos, Jewboy Burgers, Lazarus Brewery, Mueller Park, UT stadium, and all the great spots central Austin has to offer! This 1 bed 1.5 bath 2-story home is filled with modern amenities and has a private fenced in front and back yard. TV recently added. Come enjoy Austin and live like a local!

Casita Bonita ATX

Charming, freshly remodeled casita, 10 min from downtown! - G Fiber - Full Kitchen, fully stocked - Apple TV w/ Netflix - Separate Driveway Parking (free) - Code entry - Private backyard - Covered front porch - AC, Heating, Ceiling Fan - Queen Sized Bed, bamboo pillows You’ll be staying in one of Austin’s oldest neighborhoods, where the real Austinites live! 5 min walk from CVS, 2 min drive from supermarket (H-E-B), and just down the street from the Mueller area, filled with restaurants

Boho+Modern Oasis | East ATX, Near Downtown

Relax in our travel inspired oasis in the city! Our cozy space will transport you to Morrocco and South East Asia without ever leaving the house. Enjoy a morning stroll to Palomino coffee, ease into the day on our second story balcony, then kick off the evening with one of our favorite records! Centrally located to some of the best spots that Austin has to offer, take a 5 minute Uber/Lyft to the iconic Franklins Barbecue, 10 minute ride to downtown, or 15 minute ride to Zilker Park.

Modern Lofted Cottage Custom Woodwork, Central ATX

Lofted craftsman cottage in the heart of central east Austin. Less than a mile from UT and 1.5 miles to downtown, the cottage has an open and comfortable vibe with natural light against the custom woodwork, hardwood floors and vaulted pine ceilings. Located in the most eclectic, interesting neighborhood in the city you can walk or ride downtown in minutes. Houndstooth coffee is 1/2 block away for the best coffee in town and the rail stop is across the street with downtown 1 stop away.

3-room suite: living/bedroom/bath in Cherrywood!

A retreat: private 3-room suite (650 sq. ft.) attached to this East Central Austin / Cherrywood house - no common rooms. Bedroom, bath and large living/dining/office room (with mini-fridge, microwave, coffeepot, toaster). Your own front and back entries, free offstreet & curb parking. Big, shady yards, quiet neighborhood, short walk to parks, coffeehouse, bars, restaurants, Mueller shops, farmer's market. Nearby bus stops, 10-minute drive to downtown, U. of Texas. Cable TV and Wifi!

B-side: Austin's Favorite Deep Cut.

** 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.