Austin Cherico Casa
Welcome to Casa Cherico! Nestled in the heart of vibrant East Austin, this space is bursting with energy and filled with thoughtful design both indoors and outdoors to ensure you enjoy your stay. With a large and open living and dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and two cozy bedrooms, there is ample space to find peace after a day of adventure. Enjoy the convenience of the location — walkable to some of the best spots in Austin!
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For Area Details, Please SEE: The Neighborhood & Getting Around
The Space
As you enter through the gate into the lovely front yard, you will find an inviting porch with two wooden rocking chairs to sit and enjoy a glass of wine in the evening or your morning coffee. Enter through the front door into the open living and dining area with ample space to gather for dinner or enjoy a movie night on the Smart TV located in the living room. Utilize the newly renovated and thoughtfully curated kitchen to whip up a meal for the group. The kitchen is fully equipped and features stainless steel appliances, ample counter space, and natural light from the outdoors!
There are two bedrooms to choose from — each with a queen bed, luxury linens, and inviting decor. The primary bedroom provides a desk space, perfect for the traveling worker! The two bedrooms share a full bathroom equipped with a shower and bathtub — making it ideal for a family getaway. This space will not disappoint for your next family or group retreat!
For even more convenience, the space is located within walking distance of some of the best spots in Austin!
Sa-Ten Coffee & Eats: Open daily from 7 am – 9 pm
Bambino: Wonderful pizza with a full bar — open for lunch and dinner
Marcelino's: Just around the corner from Casa Cherico! Open Monday–Friday 7 am – 1 pm, and Saturdays 8 am – 1 pm
Austin Eastciders: Cool spot for craft ciders!
OMG Squee Dessert Shop: Desserts featured on Netflix's Queer Eye
Enjoy the indoors and outdoors of this lovely spot in an amazing location!
Need a little extra space? There is also a Casita — room for two additional guests — located on property for rent! Inquire through Portoro directly to see if the space is available.
Getting Around
Navigating Austin from this convenient location is easily done on foot or by bike. It's flat as a pancake on this side of town and there are numerous, excellent bike routes including quick access to the Hike and Bike Trail that spans over 18 miles around the Colorado River. Austin offers plenty of transportation options: ridesharing, micro-mobility, and mass transit are available everywhere. The airport is just 15 minutes away.
The Neighborhood
The east side of Austin, with its industrial-chic brewpubs, craft cocktail lounges, and live-music rooms, picks up the pace after dark. Art galleries, vintage boutiques, bike shops, and coffee houses mix with Mexican restaurants and BBQ joints. The Tejano Walking Trail honors the neighborhood's music pioneers, while the Mexican-American Cultural Center stands nearby in the Rainey Street Historic District. Just a short drive away are delicious venues like Bufalina Pizza, Launderette, La Barbecue, Oseyo, or Kemuri Tatsu-Ya. Other favorites include coffee at Lou's or Flat Track, cold beer at Blue Owl Brewing or East Side Tavern, and cocktails at High Noon. For breakfast, visit Juan in a Million for Tex-Mex and tacos, or take a short walk to Gati Coffee, Pastries & Eats offering homemade, gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan pastries — even donuts before 10 am. More recommendations are provided in the guest manual.
Bedroom “Bedroom 1”
Queen bed
Bedroom “Bedroom 2”
Queen bed
✅ WiFi: Free high-speed internet
✅ Air Conditioning: Yes (central)
✅ Parking: Free street parking
✅ Private Porch: Yes (with rocking chairs)
✅ Laundry: No in-unit washer/dryer
✅ Pets: Not allowed
Distances:
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport — 5 miles
Nearest Bar (Austin Eastciders) — 0.4 miles
Nearest Restaurant (Sa-Ten Coffee & Eats) — 0.2 miles
Nearest Highway (US-183) — 0.3 miles
Nearest Golf Course (Morris Williams Golf Course) — 3.8 miles
