Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
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Walk to University of Texas at Austin
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Balcony
Barbecue
Air-conditioning
Internet
Refrigerator
Onsite parking available
Explore the area
Austin, TX
University of Texas at Austin
Place, University of Texas at Austin
5 min walk
Sixth Street
Place, Sixth Street
10 min walk
Moody Center
Place, Moody Center
12 min walk
Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
16 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
2 Queen Beds
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Murphy Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Murphy Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Single Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Futon
3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms
Bathroom
Toilet
Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom
Toilet
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Stay Like a Local in East Austin
The perfect place to reconnect with friends and family under one roof! Located in one of East Austin’s most iconic neighborhoods, just one block east of I-35 between 9th and 11th Streets, this spacious home puts you right in the heart of Austin. Whether you’re visiting family or students at UT, coming for a game, celebrating the holidays, or gathering with friends, this is an ideal home base for experiencing the city together.
Located on the same street as the famous Franklin Barbecue, you can walk to some of East Austin’s favorite restaurants, bars, coffee shops, shopping, and entertainment. Downtown, 6th Street, the Texas State Capitol, UT Austin, the Texas State Cemetery, and the French Legation are all nearby. Rideshares typically arrive within minutes, making it easy to enjoy Austin without needing a rental car.
A large neighborhood park is directly across the street featuring a basketball court, splash pad, and playscape—perfect for families and kids who need a little extra room to play.
The Home
This spacious home accommodates up to 10 guests and features:
● 5 bedrooms ● 3 full bathrooms + 2 half bathrooms ● Large second-floor den with comfortable seating and a flat-screen TV ● Huge 20’ × 20’ outdoor balcony perfect for enjoying the Austin skyline, sunsets, and fresh Texas air ● Fully equipped kitchen for preparing meals and gathering together ● Kitchen and bathroom essentials provided ● Fresh linens and towels ● Laundry essentials
Sleeping Accommodations
Bedroom 1 – First Floor: 2 queen beds + full bathroom Bedroom 2 – Second Floor: 3 twin beds Bedroom 3 – Second Floor: 1 queen bed + 1 twin bed + full bathroom Bedroom 4 – Second Floor: 1 queen bed + 1 twin bed + full bathroom
Additional half bathrooms are conveniently located on the first and second floors.
Everything You Need
We want your stay to be comfortable and easy from the moment you arrive. We provide fresh linens, towels, body wash, hand soap, dishwashing detergent, laundry detergent, toilet paper, paper towels, a fully equipped kitchen, built-in coffee maker, and coffee filters.
Explore Austin
Some neighborhood favorites within walking distance include Franklin Barbecue, Old Thousand, Loudmouth Pizza, Hillside Farmacy, Quickie Pickie, Nickel City, and the restaurants and local spots along East 11th Street.
The Austin Convention Center and Rainey Street are approximately a mile away, while Zilker Park, Barton Springs, Lady Bird Lake, and other Austin favorites are just a short ride from the house. Bikes and scooters are also readily available throughout the area.
The airport is approximately 7.6 miles away, making getting to and from the home quick and convenient.
Traveling With a Larger Group?
We also own the home directly next door, which can accommodate an additional group of up to 10 guests, as well as another home just two blocks away. This gives larger families and groups the unique opportunity to stay close together while still having their own space.
Next-door property: Listing #479256
House Rules
All City of Austin Short-Term Rental regulations apply. This home is located in a residential neighborhood, and we ask guests to be respectful of our neighbors.
Quiet hours are 10:00 PM–7:00 AM in accordance with City of Austin regulations. Parties and special events are not permitted.
This is a non-smoking home. Smoking is permitted outside only, and cigarette butts must be disposed of in the provided receptacles.
Pets are permitted only with prior owner approval.
STR License: OL 2012 098993
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Austin
Located in Central East Austin, a neighbourhood in Austin, this holiday home is near theme parks. Moody Theater and Austin City Limits are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Sixth Street and Rainey Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Moody Center or Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
University of Texas at Austin - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Sixth Street - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Texas State Capitol - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Moody Center - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Getting around
Austin Station - 12 min drive
Plaza Saltillo Station - 17 min walk
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 12 min drive
Restaurants
Denny's - 9 min walk
Jo’s Coffee - 6 min walk
Cuantos Tacos - 5 min walk
Franklin Barbecue - 2 min walk
The Mohawk - 9 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Stay Like a Local in East Austin pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Stay Like a Local in East Austin?
As of 18 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stay Like a Local in East Austin on 16 November 2026 start from NZ$5,767, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Stay Like a Local in East Austin?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Stay Like a Local in East Austin?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Stay Like a Local in East Austin?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Stay Like a Local in East Austin located?
Located in Central East Austin, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Franklin Barbecue and University of Texas at Austin. Sixth Street and Texas State Capitol are also within 15 minutes. Plaza Saltillo Station is 17 minutes by foot and Downtown Station is 18 minutes.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This place was perfect for us. Clean, comfortable, and great location. We were able to walk almost everywhere in the Central and DT Austin area. Highly recommend this property to all travelers.
Great place for our group to stay for the Formula 1 race.A ten-minute walk to the downtown shuttle pickup and easy walking distance of many good restaurants.Host was very help in resolving a couple of minor issues.Highly recommended
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 December 2025
Thank you too much for staying with us and for being such respectful guests, we truly appreciate it. I am so glad to hear you had a wonderful time in Austin and enjoyed the F1 experience. We'd love to host you again anytime in the future. Hope to see you back.
The property was very clean, well kept, and just as the pictures showed. Would definitely recommend this house to anyone going to Austin for any trips!
We were a bachelor party of 12 and could not have asked for a better house for the weekend. Saved a ton of money on Ubers with the most popular restaurants and bars in Austin all a 5 to 20 min walk (Rainey, East 6th, Dirty 6th). The house was SPOTLESS, with tons of beds and baths for a very comfortable weekend. Thank you so much for everything!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 September 2023
We appreciate you and your group for respecting the rules and our home as it was your own! We would love to accommodate you again in the future.
Wow! Is the best way to describe this home. Perfectly located to all the fun and walkable to Franklin BBQ.
Came with family for birthday weekend. The home was emasculate. Huge kitchen where we made breakfast our first morning. Enjoyed the second floor patio on the evening for a nightcap.
Our host went over and beyond at checkin. Happen to run into her and welcomed us with open arms.
We plan on coming back next year and will for sure be booking here.
A true hidden gem.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 April 2024
So happy to accommodate you and your beautiful family! Look forward to hosting you all again! What a wonderful group of people. Please come back!!!
Great Location for our bachelor party of 8, with amply activities within walking or biking distance. Very clean and we had a few different areas to gather in the house. plenty of beds and baths for the whole group.
Couldn't ask for a better spot in Austin. The house is close to all the various neighborhoods in the city, so its an easy car, scooter or bike ride to get to where you need to go. And there was plenty of indoor/outdoor space for our group of 10 who were in town for a long weekend!
This house was great for our group of 10. Spacious and very clean. The location is perfect for getting around Austin, and there is a good amount in walking distance (highly recommend Paperboy for brunch). There is a big construction project going on across the street, but it did not disturb us too much.
Great location, great property, great service. Would stay again
Location is amazing as it's in East Austin which has many cool restaurants, shops and bars within a few min walk. Downtown is also very accessible by a short scooter, cab or 15 min walk. The property was amazing, very functionality and came with all the amenities. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Teresa M.
23 May 2019
Great home in Austin!
Great location, cute house and very roomy for a large group. We had some issues with missing and worn kitchen items but Amber fixed everything right away. Very attentive and responsive with any questions we had!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Peter Y.
4 September 2018
Great for Large Groups and Perfect Location!
I was planning a trip for 8 people and wanted to pick a spot that could sleep everyone comfortably, I couldn't have picked a better spot. Between the hospitality from the property manager and the proximity it was from everything, it filled our every need. The house was super accessible for both entertaining and sleeping everyone in our group comfortably. It was walking distance from some of the major streets in Downtown Austin and also amazing BBQ. I was also really impressed by the quality of the house from the furnishing to the linens. They also made sure that every detail was covered and that there were plenty of amenities available to cater to our groups basic needs. I would highly recommend this rental and will be looking to rebook in the coming years.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Andrew D.
19 May 2018
Great for groups
Fantastic house. Clean, large common areas, plenty of beds, close to downtown by uber or 15-20 min walk.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
24 April 2018
Incredible accommodations near Downtown Austin!! Highly recommended!
Incredible house and bachelor party headquarters. Couldn’t have asked for better accomodations downtown. Amber was very accessible and a pleasure to deal with. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Michael S.
10 April 2018
Everything we needed
This house was a great fit for us. A very large group of guys had enough room to be comfortable for three days. The second floor porch got a lot of use in the Austin sun.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Patrick W.
4 September 2017
Spacious property. Everything our group needed!
This was a great property for my friends and I during my bachelor party. Keypad on the main door makes it easy to enter/exit for the entire group. Plenty of beds/bathrooms for all 9 of us to comfortably sleep and get ready without being on top of each other. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Jacob C.
16 May 2017
Great house
House was even better than the pictures looked. Amber was very flexible and easy to work with. Highly recommend the house for a large group.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Jaime M.
1 May 2017
Perfect and hosts were extremely helpful! Will rent again!
Both houses were amazing - exactly what we needed with plenty of space and high quality furnishings.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Simon L.
18 April 2017
Fantastic House in a Great Location!
Great house in a great location - everyone in our group very much enjoyed the home and everything that it offered. Amber was very accommodating and everything was as advertised. I would highly recommend this home to any large group visiting Austin!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2017
About the host
Hosted by Amber Carroll
My name is Amber Carroll, I am the property manager of both of the Artale's vacation rentals. I was born and raised in Austin, so I have seen our city grow tremendously over the years. I lived in New York City for 5 years and that was an amazing experience, but there is something special about Austin's laid back lifestyle that brought me home. I love this city and look forward to assisting you with your vacation. Please let me know if you need any suggestions on restaurants, bars, activities, shopping, and more!
Why they chose this property
Location, Location, Location! Enjoy the convenience of walking downtown and the view from the 2nd floor balcony! I love sharing a bottle of wine with my friends from the balcony and checking out the skyline view! Such a relaxing place to sit and catch up! One of my most favorite parts of Downtown East Austin is that you can walk out the door and find coffee shops, eclectic shopping and some of the best local dining spots that Austin has to offer. Unlike central downtown, you are immersed in a locals neighborhood without the tourist feel, but with all of the Austin vibes.
What makes this property unique
10 minutes from the Airport! Start your vacation immediately and don't waste the time commuting! Some of the best restaurants in Austin are just 2 blocks away. This house sleeps 10 comfortably while being able to enjoy your friends and family under 1 roof! Open floor plan accommodates large groups!
Languages:
English, Spanish
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests