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Central Austin Luxury Loft - Completely Private

Apartment in Austin, near University of Texas at Austin

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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 251.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Austin, TX
  • Place, Pease Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Texas at Austin
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Texas State Capitol
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

About this property

Central Austin Luxury Loft - Completely Private

First-class comfort awaits in this light-filled loft with soaring wood ceilings, privately attached to our historic 1930 home. Quiet, comfortable, and thoughtfully designed, the space is ideally located just one mile from the UT Memorial Tower and 1.5 miles from the Texas Capitol—close to everything, yet blissfully removed from downtown’s bustle. We’re delighted to welcome up to two guests who want proximity without the noise.
Set in the charming Pemberton Heights neighborhood (west of UT) and within earshot of the UT Memorial Tower bells, this 500-square-foot, one-bedroom garage apartment feels like a private oasis. The loft sits above our garage, accessed by stairs leading to its own private entrance.
Inside, you’ll find oak floors true to the home’s original character, a dramatic 15-foot vaulted ceiling clad in vintage reclaimed wood, and a beautifully appointed living space. A murphy bed with an exceptionally comfortable organic queen-size mattress is dressed in high-thread-count sheets and a light down comforter. Relax on the sofa and enjoy the 55” flat-screen TV, or unwind in the spa-like bathroom (shower only) stocked with fresh towels, a blow dryer, and thoughtful extras in case you forget something.
The kitchenette includes a Nespresso machine with plenty of capsules for your morning coffee, dishwasher, microwave, small refrigerator (often stocked with a little beer, wine, and milk—though availability can vary, so feel free to ask), and all the plates, cups, bowls, and silverware you’ll need.
That said, who really wants to cook while visiting ATX with all the delicious options?
Happy to send you my list of favs.

The apartment is tucked away on a quiet half-acre lot in one of central Austin’s most historic and beautiful neighborhoods, yet offers easy access in and out of the area. Free parking is available in front of our home..
You’ll also have free Wi-Fi and a dedicated desk with an ergonomic chair if work calls. A central vacuum system helps keep the apartment as dust-free as possible. Pets and smoking are not permitted.

If you arrive early or need a late departure, we’re happy to help store your luggage
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While this is our home, the apartment has a completely separate entrance. You may occasionally see us through our kitchen window if we’re home. Since the loft is above the garage, you may hear us leave in the morning or return in the evening, though we rarely depart before 8 a.m. or stay out past 11 p.m.

Quiet, charming, and ideally located, this loft offers the best of Austin living—historic surroundings, peaceful nights, and effortless access to the city’s most beloved spots.

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Amenities

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Laundry
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Not great for kids - expensive carpet and stairs
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Austin

Old West Austin, a neighbourhood in Austin, is home to this apartment. Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Zilker Park and Lady Bird Lake. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Moody Center or Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium. With power boating, fishing and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Austin, TX

What's nearby

  • Pease Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Lady Bird Lake - 2 min drive - 3.0 km
  • University of Texas at Austin - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Texas State Capitol - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Austin Station - 5 min drive
  • Downtown Station - 10 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Food Trucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cabo Bob's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pluckers Wing Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Littlefields Tacos + Coffee - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Veracruz All Natural - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Central Austin Luxury Loft - Completely Private pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Central Austin Luxury Loft - Completely Private?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Central Austin Luxury Loft - Completely Private?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Central Austin Luxury Loft - Completely Private?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Central Austin Luxury Loft - Completely Private located?

Located in Old West Austin, this apartment building is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Pease Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of University of Texas at Austin and Sixth Street. University of Texas Tower and Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cathy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!

Beautiful property and wonderful host!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kari D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Will stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Austin haven

Stayed here for a week whilst at SXSW. Great base with everything I needed and nice and quiet. Bonus was the shoal creek trail that I used everyday as a traffic free route straight into downtown!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrific

This was exactly as advertised & just what I needed for a reasonable price. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely space in a charming neighborhood

The pictures are accurate. The space is an "in-law suite" above the garage on a property in a very nice neighborhood. We visited during Christmas, so many of the houses & trees in the area were adorned with holiday lights. Driving through provided a dazzling experience.The space is what amounts to a studio with a kitchenette--dishwasher, fridge, coffee maker but no oven/stove--off to the side, a murphy bed which lowers from built-in shelving/desk along one wall and a separate bathroom.It's a great size for a couple--plenty of space for sleeping, lounging, etc. We are not TV people, but there is a large screen TV. I wasn't able to get much in the way of programming and attempts to get the surround sound working proved fruitless.The bathroom is very nice, with a great walk-in shower, a variety of soap/lotions and everything else you might need to ensure personal cleanliness.The "but..." section: We enjoyed our stay. We feel like it was a good value and lived up to expectations. My only complaint relates to a fact which can't really be improved upon: While the neighborhood is nice and quiet, it's not walkable. You really need a car, someone to drive you around or use of Uber/Lyft. We used Uber/Lyft almost daily in Austin--including once from the property--and it provided reliable, quick and surprisingly (for Austin) affordable service.Besides, that it's a great space that I would recommend to friends & family visiting Austin.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful stay, amazing neighborhood, accommodating host

Amazing communication with property owner (helped to later ship forgotten items). An updated, cozy stay in a top rated neighborhood in the country. Thanks for the memories!

About the host

Hosted by Michelle Kinney

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My husband & I both love to travel. We have seen a lot of the world together and have dragged our two children (20) and 18) with us since they were babies. We have both lived in Europe. My Mother is German so I have family in Bavaria. I went to high school in Germany & Italy. My husband studied in Germany and speaks fluent German. He now has a legal headhunting firm. I used to work in advertising, but now I'm working in real estate. We love Austin as it is an easy place to live, has an educated community, great food options, shopping, is health conscious and the weather is great except it can be HOT in the summer! We also like to ski! We hope either our apartment in Austin or our home in East Hampton will help you relax!

Why they chose this property

We chose our home because it is historically significant and it located in one of the older neighborhoods of Austin. In building our garage apartment, the historical commission (and good taste) required us to match the architecture of the rest of the house, which involved sourcing brick from the same company and the same place it was first manufactured for the rest our house almost 90 years prior. We love the location of our neighborhood, just one mile west of the UT campus and 1.5 miles from the capitol of Texas.

What makes this property unique

We love our home because it's right in the heart of the city of Austin but it has the charm and ambiance of an old-time house in the country. We love fine details, and we have a lot of them incorporated in our guest apartment, including wood covered ceiling, architectural drama, and first-class cabinet work. Where plumbing is concerned, we think a handheld shower head is key to a great shower, as well as the unlimited hot water one can get from a gas-fired instant hot water heater. Small nooks, fine carpets, a first quality mattress, and great sheets are all things that make us love our place.

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