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Open concept on the main floor
Living room with projector screen (note this is our only TV option).
Tall ceilings with high windows allows for an abundance of natural light.
Living area
The drop down 9ft x 5ft screen can be enjoyed from the kitchen and dining room.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8238.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Office / Guest Room

1 Double Futon

Primary

1 King Bed

Upstairs 1

1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Child Bed

Upstairs 2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest

Toilet

Master

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

East Downtown Family Home

Please read full description- this is our personal home and some amenities are included / not included because of this.

We require a two night minimum stay on regular weekends and a three night minimum stay on holidays, three day weekends and big events in Austin including but not limited to: Austin City Limits weekends in October, F1 racing in October, the week around Thanksgiving in November, the two weeks around Christmas and New Years and the Texas spring break (SXSW festival).

We have a bright open kitchen, dining and living space downstairs with a piano and fresh water aquarium for your entertainment. Our dining room table comfortably seats 8 and can be extended with two leaves to seat up to 12. The island has an additional four stools to sit at. This open concept looks out to our fenced in back yard where we have toys, balls, slides, swings, tables for adults and children, speakers, fan, and a gas grill.

In place of a TV in our home, we have a pull down screen and a projector that can be set up in the main living room. We connect laptops to the HDMI cord to stream movies and shows and use the TV adaptor box to get basic TV channels. This is the only available TV option in our home. We do not provide a TV in any other room or streaming services to log into. BRING YOUR OWN COMPUTER to hook to the HDMI cord to do any streaming.

The primary bedroom and bathroom is off the kitchen with a king size bed, double vanity sink, soaking tub, and walk in shower.

An additional bedroom that we use for an office and guest room with sofa bed sits off the front door. Our laundry room and a half bath make up the rest of the main floor.

Upstairs we have two bedrooms, a bathroom with a double vanity and an additional living room that we use for a playroom. You’ll find an assortment of toys our children use to entertain themselves in the playroom. The bedrooms include a bunk bed with a full-size mattress on bottom and twin bed on top. This room also has a toddler bed. The second room has a full-size bed.

All of the dressers and bathroom drawers will be emptied of our belongings. The master closet is not available for use but we have a garment rack and hanging shelves. The upstairs closets have bins and boxes in them but have space for guests to hang clothes or store luggage.

Additional Family Friendly Details
- Mattress protectors on all mattresses
- Pack and play
- Plexi glass on the handrails of the stairs
- Children friendly dishes
- Booster seats
- Clip on high chair for table or island
- Multiple step stools on both floors
- Children and adult board games
- Lawn games

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We have 4 children, it is perfect for children.
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Events

No events allowed
This is our family home. No parties or events.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
2 night minimum stay required and 3 nights on major weekends and events in Austin

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
Note from host: This is our family home. No parties or events.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Austin

Govalle, a neighbourhood in Austin, is home to this holiday home. 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 Lady Bird Lake and Zilker Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium or Moody Center.
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What's nearby

  • Austin Bouldering Project - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • East Sixth Street - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Madison Cabin - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Lady Bird Lake - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Huston Tillotson University - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Plaza Saltillo Station - 3 min drive
  • Austin Station - 19 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Golden Chick - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bambino - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Caffé Medici - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Als Food Mart - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is East Downtown Family Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at East Downtown Family Home ?

As of 5 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at East Downtown Family Home on 13 March 2023 start from NZ$1,685, 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 East Downtown Family Home ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at East Downtown Family Home ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at East Downtown Family Home ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is East Downtown Family Home located?

Located in Govalle, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from East Sixth Street and within 3 miles (5 km) of University of Texas at Austin and Sixth Street. Moody Center is 3 mi (4.8 km) away. Martin Luther King Jr Station is 30 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay J.

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

Absolutely Fantastic Home

I can’t say enough about how beautiful this home is. The amenities are top shelf and the location to downtown Austin is under 15 minutes. We had a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik K.

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

Perfect balance achieved for a writing retreat getaway!

This home in vibrant East Austin served as the perfect environment for our group's theatre writing retreat. The piano was vital for songwriting and perfectly tuned, the serene setting provided multiple options for work, relaxation, play, and collaboration. Lenora was amazingly communicative and everything about the property and neighborhood was just as described and just as we'd hoped. Would definitely stay again - for a writing retreat or just vacation!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

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

Whole family loved this house and the stay.

Booked a bit later than is advisable for a stay in Austin. But loved the home and the communication with the owner. Would certainly look to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family Friendly Home

This home is perfect for all age groups. It is well designed for efficient living and has a large flat backyard perfect for outdoor enjoyment. The kitchen is well equipped and looks out on to the living and dining areas. Lots of space for everyone. It is close to some of the bet restaurants in East Austin. Highly Recommend.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily L.

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

a wonderful experience

The first thing that jumps out at you about this home is how spacious and beautiful it is! My kids loved playing in the yard and they have almost every kind of sports ball imaginable (not to mention legos). The location is perfect with many restaurants, art, and breweries nearby (also conveniently 10 min from the airport). Lenora is incredibly communicative and flexible. We hosted a small family gathering for Thanksgiving and it was perfect- the kitchen and layout of the home. I almost don't want to give this property such a high rating because we want it to be available for us whenever we come back to Austin. I cannot say enough great things about the host and home. We will definitely stay here again
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JON A.

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

East Austin Retreat - Perfect Location

Great family home in a great location. East Austin is super close to the airport and even closer to great restaurants and downtown Austin. I highly recommend. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Riley G.

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

Lovely home!

We loved our stay in Austin. What a lovely home and back yard.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lata M.

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

Beautiful home in East Austin

This home is perfect for family and children. The home is bright, sunny, open, and the aquarium was a huge hit with both the adults and children. You can feel the energy of a happy family. So clean and beautifully rebuilt. Modem and easy to use kitchen with all the tools to make meals and share meals. Not great walking distance to cafes or restaurants like I imagined, but we loved the home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zubair M.

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

Amazing stay!

The home is gorgeous, clean, and has great location. The airport is 10 min away and activities in downtown and nature are close as well. The neighborhood is safe too. The amenities are a nice touch too. We enjoyed the master bedroom’s shower and the projector/stereo setup is a good plus. Lenora was on top of it with our requests and ensured our stay was smooth. Check in and out was flawless. Overall, I highly recommend this experience; it is worth your money!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sammy Z.

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

Great house, great hosts!

This house was awesome! A lot of space, super clean, fun games provided. Would definitely recommend staying here if you have a large group.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carly D.

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

Absolutely Perfect!

We loved staying at this property in Austin! The house was extremely clean and well equipped. The home owner was very responsive and even provided us with some great restaurant recommendations. The home is in a quiet neighborhood, only a short drive from everything we wanted to do in Austin! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie O.

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

Family Weekend

The house was perfect for our needs with a great location near the airport. Lenora was a great host and provided excellent instructions and communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy Y.

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

Great family home

Our family had our first post-vaccination get together to celebrate overdue birthdays. Lenora’s home was perfect for our family of 7 adults and one toddler. The house was very clean and spacious. The family was very generous to let us use some of their childcare supplies (high chair, crib, etc). Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carmen L.

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

Beautiful and Spacious House

My family and I really enjoyed staying at this house. It was very clean and it is just as spacious as it looks in the pictures. Location was amazing! This house was 10 minutes from downtown Austin and there are many food places near by. We truly enjoyed our stay and recommend this house to anyone who is looking for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam T.

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

As good as it looks

Wow. Our family of 4 stayed here over Thanksgiving. The homeowner Lenora was wonderful to work with. She is SO organized and helpful. We hosted dinner for our UT senior and around 15 of his friends. There was plenty of room for all of us to sit and eat comfortably. Cooking in Lenoras kitchen was a breeze. The kitchen is fully stocked with any appliance or pan one would need. The neighborhood is a mix of old and new construction. I had many walks to the local farm that is literally across the street.. The Farm Haus has donkeys, chickens, and ducks easily able to watch. I am so happy that we were able to secure this property for our last UT holiday.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally C.

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

Great overall

Home owner was very accommodating, flexible and responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lacey M.

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

Great rental

We had a wonderful stay and would definitely recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yohana J.

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

Beautiful Home

We absolutely love our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eddie S.

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

4th of July Weekend

The property was very modern and clean. We had fun. We stayed for 3 nights and enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Duncan F.

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

Perfect home for a family stay in East Austin!

This property fit our family perfectly. The backyard is huge and inviting and our children played for hours. The kitchen and living room fit our crew of 6 adults and 3 kids very comfortably. The bedrooms were also just what we needed. The location of the house is in East Austin, and neighbors were very nice and welcoming to us. There are some fun things within walking distance if you want to get out and about. Overall we had a great time and this home was perfect for our family!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

About the host

Hosted by Lenora Goessling

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We are Boston, Massachusetts and Seattle, Washington natives with four small children (aged 7 and under) born here in Austin, Texas. We have lived in Austin since 2012 and Texas since 2004. We work in education and have a passion for reading, sports and outdoor play.

We travel during school vacations and holidays. Please check our calendar for openings around the school calendar and contact us if it is not open as we may be able to accommodate hosting at other times.

Why they chose this property

Our family home is your family home-away-from-home in the east side of Austin, Texas. Our fenced in big back yard, pecan trees, playscape, swing, children indoor and outdoor toys and games, playroom, multiple sleeping arrangements, large open concept, a piano in the main room, a large freshwater aquarium, natural light, and a fully stocked kitchen makes our home an easy transition space for your next travel.

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