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Bedroom #1 Queen Bed Private Balcony, TV with local channels and Netflix.
Queen Bed Private Balcony, TV with local channels and Netflix.
Jack&Jill style bathroom w/ access from each bedroom. Private vanity in master.
Perfect place for coffee, cocktail, read, or catch up on a podcast
Bathroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 5107.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Austin, TX
  • Place, Zilker Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Barton Springs Pool
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Austin City Limits
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Walk to Barton Springs Pool, Zilker Park, bars, restaurants and music

Stroll to Zilker Park, Lady Bird Lake Hike and Bike Trail, Barton Creek Greenbelt, Barton Springs Pool & Local Eats!

Fantastic 2 bedroom 1.5 bath home located in Zilker neighborhood for your Austin vacation pleasure!
Short stroll to Zilker Park, Lady Bird Lake, Hike and Bike Trail, Barton Creek Greenbelt, Barton Springs Pool, local restaurants, shops and Austin local nightlife. 5 minute cab ride to downtown and South Congress. 2 bus stops within 8-10 minute walk.
2 free reserved driveway parking spots plus street parking.
2 patios and 1 balconies for hanging out, grilling and relaxing. Enjoy the firepit on cool nights. You will definitely see several birds and squirrels playing in the trees.
Master bedroom has a private balcony, outfitted with comfortable queen bed, coffee maker and a tree lined views.
Second bedroom outfitted with two twin beds and dark curtains for a enjoyable nights sleep.
Restful sleeper sofa in the living area to accommodate the 5th and 6th guests.

City of Austin Short Term Rental Rules and Regulations - Special Notes:
1) Property Owner Contact Information:

(2) occupancy limits applicable under Section 25-2-511 (Dwelling Unit Occupancy Limit) – not more than 6 unrelated adults per property per stay.
(3) Notice - restrictions on noise applicable under Chapter 9-2 (Noise and Amplified Sound), including limitations on the use of amplified sound
Per City of Austin Noise Ordinance – No loud noises between the hours of 10 pm and 10 am. Loud noise is anything that would constitute a disturbance of any kind from neighbors or Austin Police or Code Compliance.
(4) Parking 2 dedicated paved driveway parking spaces at this property
(5) Trash collection schedule
Trash cans to be placed on curbs 5 ft apart on Monday evenings and can returned to designated area on Tuesday evenings.
(6) information on relevant burn bans - Until further notice The City of Austin is under a strict burn ban. Fires of any kind are not permitted at this property
(7) information on relevant water restrictions – Until further notice the City of Austin is under a strict water restriction.
(8) information on applicable requirements ADA – None
(9) Short Term Rental License and Information Packet
Copy of City of Austin Short Term Rental information packet is posted on refrigerator and inside the guest welcome book
OL-2012-103436

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Stairs at the property
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Pet approval required before booking. Thanks.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking at the property

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please text 512-653-9044 when you have departed. Thank you
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
If you are booking for ACL or SXSW , Formula 1 send an inquiry before booking. No instant book accepted due to 4-10 nights booking requirements.
Pets must be approved prior to booking. Please send a note with information on your pet. No smoking inside of outside of property.
Only guest listed on the reservation allowed at the home. No parties.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

Located in Zilker, a neighbourhood in Austin, this holiday home is near theme parks and near a water park. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Austin, TX

What's nearby

  • Zilker Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Barton Springs Pool - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Austin City Limits - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Lady Bird Lake - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Austin Station - 10 min drive
  • Downtown Station - 14 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Postino Wine Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Tacodeli - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪ThoroughBread - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Paperboy South - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Walk to Barton Springs Pool, Zilker Park, bars, restaurants and music have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Walk to Barton Springs Pool, Zilker Park, bars, restaurants and music?

As of 5 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Walk to Barton Springs Pool, Zilker Park, bars, restaurants and music on 20 May 2026 start from NZ$316, 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.

Is Walk to Barton Springs Pool, Zilker Park, bars, restaurants and music pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Walk to Barton Springs Pool, Zilker Park, bars, restaurants and music?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Walk to Barton Springs Pool, Zilker Park, bars, restaurants and music?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to Barton Springs Pool, Zilker Park, bars, restaurants and music?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Walk to Barton Springs Pool, Zilker Park, bars, restaurants and music located?

This family-friendly holiday home is located in the city centre, within 1 mi (2 km) of Zilker Park, Barton Springs Pool and Lady Bird Lake. Sixth Street is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blythe C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The unit is well organized and comfortable. Everything was easy to find. The location is perfect. We easily walked to town lake trail. There is a small creek nearby that you can hear at night if you leave the windows open at night which was such a treat! There is a small yard that faces the creek area and is securely fenced in. It was perfect for traveling with our dogs. The property manager, Sally, was quick to respond to any messages.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 February 2026
Thank you for the kind review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen N.

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

Austin stay

It was the perfect location and perfect house for our needs!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 April 2025
Thank you for your review, Kathleen!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

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

Nice stay near Zilker Park

We had a nice long weekend in Austin here. Property is in a quiet neighborhood with comfortable beds, and close to Zilker Park and the Butler hiking trail.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 April 2025
Thank you for your review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

A guest from N/A, CO

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

Last minute Spring Break Getaway

We enjoyed a few days in Austin. This location was centrally located and in a very nice neighborhood. Dog friendly and very accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 April 2025
Thank you for your feedback!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon M.

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

Perfect getaway

Location and property were perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 April 2020
Thanks for booking with us Brandon!! Come back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great local

Home was amply supplied with the necessaties for daily living, just fantastic !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kellie S.

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

Lovely and convenient!

We stayed over Christmas and LOVED every bit of this lovely property. It is convenient walking distance from trails and restaurants and perfect for our small family. Hearing the creek running behind the house while sitting on the back porch was good for my Austin native soul! We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 April 2025
Thank you for your review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse B.

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

Close to everything.

Very nice rental. Close to everything. Good reponsive owners
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kassandra S.

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

Great Property

Our family of three had an excellent stay. The multiple outdoor patio/balcony areas were great for relaxing after busy days in the sun. Owner was quick to respond and check in/out were a breeze. The location is fantastic for accessing zilker park and barton springs. The neighborhood is quiet.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian and Heidi U.

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

Close in getaway

Great close in, easy to navigate area- access to the city, SoCo, Zilker. It’s at the end of a quiet street. Small kitchen, but enough supplies to eat in if you choose. Nice outdoor spaces and a little creek in the back yard (some mosquitoes). Hosts are great! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 April 2025
Thank you for your review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanya C.

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

Wonderful

Loved it!
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marc D.

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

Location, location location

Great little duplex, and from what I saw was the nicest areas of Austin. Very nice little private patio looking out to the creek. Enjoyed having coffee there in the morning. Very nicely taken care of home and great communication from the host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Archival

8/10 Good

Robert K.

Made for a great Holiday season

Really enjoyed our time at Zilker Retreat, great weather enabled us to fully explore Zilker Park and downtown Austin. Whether walking or biking, our location was central to a lot of activites. Would recomend this property to anyone looking to enjoy Austin in a quiet, relaxing location. Thanks Scott and Sally.
Stayed 30 nights in Dec 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
Thanks for you kind review Robert! Please come back and see us the next time you are in Austin! We enjoyed meeting you and your wife.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

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

Close to everything fun in South Austin

This is a cozy home with two outdoor porches to enjoy the cool weather. Lots of birds singing by the creek next to you. Very private with no shared walls with the other unit. Has everything you need to be comfortable. Quick response always from the host. Loved being in the middle of all fun things in south Austin!
Stayed 30 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia H.

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

Location, location, location!

This beautiful Zilker Park property has it all. A short trek to the walking trails of the Park and Town Lake. We had the special opportunity to be in Austin for the annual Trail of Lights and we were within walking distance! The property is comfortably arranged and has three scenic sitting areas outside. Absolutely beautiful setting. Plus, you are only a short 5 minute drive to the heart of Austin’s entertainment area and some of the best restaurants you will find anywhere. The property is particularly well suited if you need easy access to Loop 1 which takes you to either the far reaches of either North or South Austin. The owner was readily available to answer any questions we had.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 April 2025
Thank you for your review, Virginia!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen J.

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

Great location and great property!

The place was great, plenty of room for everyone to spread out. The three outdoor spaces were a nice addition. Location was great very quiet, a quick walk to Barton Springs, walkable to some restaurants (under a mile) and only about 1.5 miles to down town. We walked along the river to SOCO once and from downtown, once with no problems. We used uber which was a quick 5-10 minute ride downtown. Beds were very comfortable as well as sofas in the living room., the kitchen and laundry was convenient and a plus. The small grocery store only 3-blocks away is convenient with larger stores within 2 miles. We had a good rain storm and got to watch the creek flow at full force right outside the outdoor patio. Overall great place to stay, we would definitely stay there again of we go back to Austin. Highly recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
Thanks for your review Gretchen! We are glad you enjoyed your stay and welcome you back!
Verified

8/10 Good

Melinda B.

Pleasant home

Pleasant home in a great, quiet neighborhood near lots of great outdoor things to do (hiking, swimming), with easy access to the city. We appreciate the effort of the homeowners made in providing supplies that you normally do not bring with you, something more Vrbo owners should aspire to. The unit was clean and the living space was comfortable. We suggest the homeowners put in a new fan in the upstairs bathroom (it did not work and we had to deal with hot,steamy conditions). Also, we ran out of hot water on one occasion. Future renters should know that the friendliest cat we have ever met will greet you at all times of the day and night. This place, and the owners' caring touches, make the property worthwhile to rent.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

George H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Could use some attention & improvements

Property location is the best thing going for it: close to Zilker Park, babbling stream literally outside the house, quiet neighborhood. The kitchen could definitely use some more dishes and equipment. Plates & cups are in the next room and that’s inconvenient. Ice maker was frozen solid and leaking down to puddle on the floor, Roku quit working and needed several reboots, the remote control quit working altogether, and owners seemed to be less than concerned. We had no cell phone signal (ATT) and therefore no internet necessitating a phone call resulting in being told to look at the email instructions for the passwords in spite of the fact we had no internet accessibility. Outdoor furniture was dirty and we had to wipe everything down in all three outdoor spaces. Main bath had only a bar of Dial soap! This isn’t a men’s locker room. Linens were clean and in good condition, but too few kitchen linens. Only 2 kitchen towels, one of which was rolled up to contain the leaking ice maker. This house was more work and stress than it was worth. Obviously the owners view this property as a cash cow and therefore don’t really care. Won’t stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 April 2025
George Thanks for your feedback. - The plates and glasses are set directly over the - - Dining room table so you can easily set your table. There were extra kitchen towels in the laundry room We sent the check in instructions through the app, which you acknowledge you never read. You never reached out about not knowing the WiFi password or about tbe Roku ( which was provided in the check in instructions ) until the last day of your stay. Had you reached out sooner, we could had easily provided the information verbally or responded again through the app. We provide all the essential at this property. If you need special soap , I would recommend your pack that in you bag the next time your travel or hit the boutique store down the street.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel P.

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

Perfect for ACL

My two daughters and I just returned from ACL 2022 and couldn't be happier with our lodging for the weekend. We walked to the festival each day making the entire trip a breeze. Great location and setup!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

diana d.

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

Formula 1 Stay

Great location & had all of the amenities we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James F.

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

Great property. As advertised. Perfect for ACL weekend

Great property. As advertised. Perfect for ACL weekend
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin M.

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

Great Location

Enjoyed my time at this property. Nice neighborhood and walkable to Zilker. Owners very responsive.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin N.

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

Great Location

Great location for a weekend visit to Austin. It was very easy to get to downtown Austin. The 2nd floor balcony in the master bedroom was a nice touch as was the complimentary bottle of wine. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia J.

Amazing stay

The VRBO was perfect! Beautiful space and extremely helpful owner . Wonderful location also.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Bruce R.

An ideal location that is close to Zilker Park, downtown, and SOCO.

This rental is close to everything that is happening close to downtown Austin. It is at the end of a quiet cul de sac and we felt safe walking to Zilker Park and the neighborhood convenience store. It is a short app $10 Uber ride to downtown. The main bed was comfortable (did not try others). Unit was clean and Sally made the rental process very smooth. We would stay here again due to the location alone. The rental is a little dated and would benefit from some updating. Outside areas could be cleaner with better furniture. We wanted to be outside due to the peaceful creek side location but outdoor areas were not very clean or inviting.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

About the host

Hosted by Sally Sutherland

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Sally is a true Austinite! Scott, her husband moved to Austin in 2007 from Dallas. They love the Austin trails, lakes, food & all the entertainment Austin has to offer year-round. Sally and Scott specialize in Austin Real Estate and personally manage their vacation rental properties

Why they chose this property

This property was designed by known architect Alan Taniguchi. His grandfather, Isamu Taniguchi designed the Japanese Garden at the Zilker Botanical Gardens.
Taniguchi specifically designed the property to bring the outdoors inside. The patio space and balconies will prove just that.

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