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Authentic Central Austin Family Retreat | Southern Charm Near Downtown ❤️

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At Authentic Austin Family Retreat | Southern Charm Near Downtown ❤️, you can look forward to a water park, a garden, and a playground. In addition to an arcade/game room, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Authentic Central Austin Family Retreat | Southern Charm Near Downtown ❤️

  • Beautifully designed and super comfortable Southern-Living gem in the most family friendly neighborhood: Central Austin! Comfort, space, and location come together as perfect choice for your stay. Perfect for F1, Football and ACL Visit.
    WALK to HEB, Monkey Nest Coffee, Social House Eatery, and light rail! Just north of UT campus and mins to downtown!
    Features a Marble Roman bath with a standalone tub and a walk-in shower. 3 bedroom with heavenly mattress, 2 king beds, 2 living rooms, big fenced yard, Playground, G-fiber internet.
    ✹ Prime Central Austin Location
    Enjoy one of Austin’s most family friendly and walkable neighborhoods
    • Steps from Pease Park and nearby green spaces
    • Walk to coffee shops, restaurants & food trucks
    • Walk to HEB and mins to Central Market
    • Walk to light rail station
    • Minutes from UT campus and downtown Austin
    Everything you need is nearby, making it easy to explore without hassle.
    ✹ Perfect For
    • Families traveling with children
    • UT visits, relocations, or campus trips
    • Groups looking for a central, comfortable stay
    • Extended stays (monthly discounts available—please inquire)
    • Guests relocating to Austin


    ✹ Comfortable & Spacious Living
    This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home is designed for both relaxation and functionality, with a layout that works well for families and groups.
    Sleeping Arrangements:
    • King bed with Heavenly Mattress in the primary bedroom
    • Queen beds in guest bedrooms
    • Additional queen-size sofa bed in the living room
    • Pack & Play available for families with young children

    Each bedroom includes a smart TV, closet with extra linens, nightstand, and reading light. The primary bedroom features a private ensuite bathroom.

    ✹ Living & Work Spaces
    • Bright and welcoming living room with a 65” Smart TV
    • Dining table for 4
    • Dedicated workspace for remote work
    • Cozy reading corner with books

    Perfect for relaxing, working, or spending time together.

    ✹ Fully Equipped Kitchen
    The kitchen is stocked with everything you need to cook and dine comfortably:

    • Refrigerator, oven, cooktop, microwave, and dishwasher
    • Coffee maker
    • Cookware, utensils, plates, glasses, and wine glasses
    • Countertop bar for additional seating

    ✹ Bathrooms & Laundry
    • Two full bathrooms with bathtub and shower
    • One half bath for added convenience
    • Fresh towels, shampoo, conditioner, and body wash provided

    Laundry room includes:
    • Washer and dryer
    • Laundry detergent

    ✹ Outdoor Space
    Enjoy a private backyard designed for both relaxation and family time:

    • Fully fenced yard
    • Play area for kids
    • Safe, open space to unwind

    ✹ Parking
    • Driveway and street parking available for up to 5 cars

    ✹ Neighbourhood
    Located in one of the most family-friendly neighborhoods in Austin, this area offers the perfect mix of comfort and convenience.

    You’ll be within walking distance to local favorites like Brentwood Social House, Bird Bird Biscuit, Phil’s Icehouse, Hat Creek Burger Company, Torchy’s Tacos, Monkey Nest Coffee, and Fonda San Miguel. Grocery shopping is easy with H-E-B nearby.

    Just a short drive away, you’ll find Central Market, Pease Park, and University of Texas at Austin. There’s also convenient access to the light rail for quick trips to downtown.

    Perfect for families, food lovers, and anyone looking to enjoy Austin with ease!

    This home combines Southern charm, modern comfort, and a highly desirable Central Austin location—making it an ideal base for your stay.

    Please Note: To ensure a smooth and secure stay for all guests, a short rental agreement must be signed after booking. A $300 security deposit hold will be placed and automatically released within 7 days after checkout, provided no damages are reported.

    No smoking, weed, or vaping of any form is allowed at our home. Even if smoking occurs outside, guests will be charged and reported to platform if any smoke smell is found inside the property after checkout.

    Pet Policy: Planning to bring a pet? Please add your pet to the reservation or notify us before arrival. The applicable pet fee will be added to your booking.

    Same-day bookings: Check-in may be delayed while the home is prepared. Please confirm your arrival time with us before booking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1"on-site accessible parking spaces 1", on-site accessible parking spaces
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Pickleball
  • Table tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 2,400 square feet
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

1. Please share the reason for your visit when booking. The host may cancel if the stay doesn’t feel like a good fit.
2. All confirmed guests are required to sign a short rental agreement after booking. A 300$ security deposit will be kept on hold while booking
3. No smoking, weed, or vaping of any form is allowed at our home

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Located in North Central Austin, a neighborhood in Austin, this vacation home is near theme parks. Sixth Street and Rainey Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Austin 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. Motor boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding, ecotours, and cycling nearby. Visit our Austin travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A sign for Beverly S. Sheffield Northwest District Park, including hours of operation.
    Beverly S. Sheffield Northwest District Park
    5 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Antique Marketplace
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Brentwood Park
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Northwest Recreation Center
    5 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Highland Village Shopping Center
    5 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Highland Station
    4 min drive
  • Austin Station
    13 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)
    23 min drive

Restaurants

  • P. Terry's Burger Stand
    15 min walk
  • Dog Day Coffee
    17 min walk
  • Bird Bird Biscuit
    6 min walk
  • Torchy's Tacos
    13 min walk
  • Brentwood Social House
    3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Authentic Austin Family Retreat | Southern Charm Near Downtown ❤️ have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Authentic Austin Family Retreat | Southern Charm Near Downtown ❤️ pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Authentic Austin Family Retreat | Southern Charm Near Downtown ❤️?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Authentic Austin Family Retreat | Southern Charm Near Downtown ❤️?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Authentic Austin Family Retreat | Southern Charm Near Downtown ❤️ located?

This family-friendly vacation home is located in the city center, within 3 mi (5 km) of Austin Community College Highland, Northcross Shopping Center, and Norris Conference Centers. Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

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