• Charming Sunnyside House

  Charming Sunnyside House

  • Guest Austin bound
  • Date of stay 04/03/09
  • Review Submitted 04/14/09
  From the minute I inquired about this property, I had a good feeling about staying there. I never got the opportunity to actually meet the owner, but the house was as charming and welcoming as the owner was in all my dealings with her by email and phone. The house was immaculate and very easy to manage with all the coming and going that we did. I was able to do some cooking and entertaining there one evening and everyone appreciated how cozy and inviting the house was. The master bedroom is large and spacious and the bed was very comfortable. Every room was very comfortable. The location was close to town, yet set in a nice and secure feeling neighborhood. Also having wifi was very helpful. I would definitely go back!!

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers.

  Owner response: It is a pleasure for me to hear that people feel welcome, cozy and happy at Sunnyside. Compliments like this make me want to go the extra mile to make your stay unforgivable. Thank you so very much. Maria

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• Awesome Accomodation

  Awesome Accomodation

  • Guest Carl & Gen
  • Date of stay 05/05/12
  • Review Submitted 06/21/12
  My wife and I stayed at Sunnyside with another couple in early May, and the house was cozy and clean. We made full use of the back porch and the BBQ grill. Owner was awesome, and the house was everything we hoped for. The location is super convenient to Lamar, Congress, Downtown, and 6th street. We dined in quite a bit, and the kitchen was well equipped to do so. The bed was comfy, and the neighborhood was quiet, and the front porch is a relaxing space also. We would definitely stay here again. Thanks Maria!

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, girls getaway, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+.

  Owner response: Dear Carl and Genevieve, Nothing feels better than knowing you're doing your job right. You have made my day with your sweet comment. But let me tell you, having you guys as guests was equally rewardoing. I hope you guys are doing great. We'd love to see you again, thank you so much. Maria.

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• Best Girlfriend-Getaway Location Yet!

  Best Girlfriend-Getaway Location Yet!

  • Guest qfe
  • Date of stay 10/21/10
  • Review Submitted 10/24/10
  Just got home from a 4-day stay at SunnySide with my best friend (we do this once a year--pick a city and meet up for a long weekend). This was by far our favorite house yet. The location is fabulous: close to absolutely everything but quiet and private. The house is filled with wonderful personal touches that made us feel immediately at home. Maria was the very best and we're sorry we missed meeting her (tho' we did make it to her restaurant Taco Express for our first lunch---WOW!). This is a great place to relax, to cook, to hang out in the yard or on the front porch, to walk the neighborhood (beautiful), and feel like you're home. The kitchen is modern and well-equipped and easy to use, the bedrooms are great (comfy beds), the bathrooms are cute, and the living and dining rooms are nice and open and large. Furnishings are beautiful, the place is sunny (so many windows and doors!!!), the porch and deck are both exquisite spots to relax. Truly this was a wonderful find--once we saw it online, we planned our entire vacation around getting this house, and it was hands-down the best part of our first-time trip to Austin. Kudos to you, Maria, and Thank You very much for being such a wonderful hostess to us.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, girls getaway, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+.

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• Dear Vicky

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  Dear Vicky

  • Guest Vicky
  • Date of stay 10/07/10
  • Review Submitted 10/15/10
  It was a pleasure to have you as a guest, your compliments were very generous, I thank you so much for the way you left the house. Were you ever here or was I dreaming? And you said it, this is your home away from home. Hope to see you again. Love. Maria

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• Charming Accommodations

  Charming Accommodations

  • Guest Victoria
  • Date of stay 10/07/10
  • Review Submitted 10/11/10
  Sunny Side is a charming & unique, quite comfortable home with the feel of being out in the country yet it's centrally located; close to both downtown and Zilker Park. We were in Austin for my son's wedding and also to take in the ACL Music Festival. Since the property wasn't rented the day prior to our arrival, or after our departure, Maria let us check in early for the wedding and depart late because of ACL. Maria is as charming as her home; you won't find anyone more accommodating and eager to make your stay pleasurable. She even provided us with a free meal at her 'Taco Xpress' restaurant, which we thoroughly enjoyed. Sunny Side is equipped with everything one would need for a short or long stay. I especially enjoyed the large deck in the back for reading and just relaxing. If you're seeking a lovely place, as original as Austin, this is your home away from home.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, tourists without a car, girls getaway, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.

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• Home is where the heart is...Sunny Side, ATX

  Home is where the heart is...Sunny Side, ATX

  • Guest V H.
  • Date of stay 06/15/10
  • Review Submitted 06/30/10
  Sunny Side...the name says it all...a little slice of heaven. You are greated with natural light, and the owners eye for detail and designer influence...this home gives you a big hug immediately! Nestled between the heart of SoLa (South Lamar) and SoCo (South Congress) within arms reach of the eclectic, artistic, authentic, heatbeat of all things Austin: Zilker Park, Barton Springs, Lady Bird Lake, the Capital grounds, Ann Richards Bridge and its famous inhabitants, the Mexican Freetail bats, the Austin music scene and culinary Austin locals such as Maria's own Taco Express (which is within walking distance from Sunny Side and has best breakfast tacos in Austin, as well as genuine Texas Mex comfort food served up like mama does all week, often with live music!) The home is an extension of Maria herself. Her warmth and genuine love of life and appreciation for beauty and eye for detail is relfected in every corner of this home. It is not just another property, it is unique and accomodating, with everything needed for a week-end or a summer stay. Wonderful linens and comfy beds, everything you could possibly ever need in a kitchen! Washer/ Dryer, dish network, WiFi...baskets of books and Austitn info guides, we even received fresh flowers from Maria upon our arrival! Reservations are no hassle and any special requests are met with a loving and assured response. The location is near numerous grocery options, and all your retail needs. The home is private and set up for personal space. Bosting both a back patio and front porch w/ welcoming bench make wonderful escapes for reading and relaxation. It is spic and span clean, and easy to keep maintain during an extended stay. It makes you happy just waking up here! Maria, thank you for your hospitality, your warmth and your welcome. Sunny side will no doubt be our annual summer home again in the future! Besos!

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, girls getaway, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.

  Owner response: Gosh dear, I think I'm in the wrong business because when you leave I will miss you. But I hope to see your pretty face soon, on your next trip to Austin. You were an easy and adorable guest. Thank you for all your kind words. I love you back, Maria

  Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 3/3

• My place in Austin

  My place in Austin

  • Guest Silver28
  • Date of stay 05/30/10
  • Review Submitted 06/08/10
  If I'm lucky and it's available, I will be coming to this place every time I'm in Austin. Both times I've stayed here with my family we all had a wonderful time. The house is spacious and bright, and well supplied with everything you could possibly need. We felt like in a little paradise, it seems miles away but it's just 2 blocks from one of the main boulevards and very close to downtown. Maria is the most accommodating hosts and, lucky for us, she also owns a very charming restaurant a block away, ideal for breakfast or lunch when we didnt feel like cooking. Our friends came for a visit and couldnt believe our luck, best place in town!

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, tourists without a car, girls getaway, families with young children, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.

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• May 20 - 23, 2010

  May 20 - 23, 2010

  • Guest Dale
  • Date of stay 05/20/10
  • Review Submitted 05/31/10
  The 3 of us, all adults, stayed at Sunnyside for 3 nights. The property was exactly as described. The house was clean and well-maintained. Maria was very responsive and an excellent host. The only qualification we had with the home, was that lighting throughout the home was very poor. The bathrooms were particularily poorly lite and were difficult for the ladies to apply their makeup. The other problem is that the master bedroom lacks privacy as one of the entrances only has a sheer curtain and no solid door.

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers.

  Owner response: Dear Dale, Thank you for your sweet compliments and for your valuable input. Since I dont wear make-up, I never thought about the bathroom being lite poorly, lol. All kiding aside, because of your observation, I called the electritian and the bathroom has now better lighting. I'm also considering, actually I will provide more privacy to that master bedroom. I'm glad you had a good stay, it was very nice meeting you. Thank you so much. Maria

  Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 3/3

• Ahhhh Sunnyside!

  Ahhhh Sunnyside!

  • Guest Princess Lea
  • Date of stay 07/01/09
  • Review Submitted 07/08/09
  My husband, my 19 month old daughter and I just had the most amazing stay at Sunnyside over the 4th of July weekend. I prefer to stay in houses over hotels with the baby so that she can have her own room to bed down early and take naps, and I can do the laundry and cook some meals for her. This place was perfect! Very warm and cozy, yet lots and lots of space for us to spread out. Stylish, comfortable and very clean with everything you could possibly need. If there isn't something you need, you can always ask Maria, the owner who lives behind the house is a beautiful Mexican style hacienda, who is more than accomadating. We walked to bars and restaurants from the house with the babe, including Taco Express (a.k.a Maria's) for breakfast every morning! We had a small group of old friends over on one evening for a BBQ on the deck and everyone raved about the place. It is on a large lot and was very quiet and secluded yet in the best location. When I found out it was Maria's I knew it was karma that we would rent it. The only surprise is that the pictures do not do it justice...it is so much better! We will be back next year Maria...Gracias!

  Recommended for: Tourists without a car, families with young children, romantic getaway.

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• Guestbook Comment

  Guestbook Comment

  • Guest Anonymous
  • Date of stay 04/01/09
  • Review Submitted 04/08/09
  I stayed in both of Maria properties and both were joyful experiences. This is an spacious but homey house, full of light, elegantly decorated, comfortable and clean. I stayed for a week and everything worked well, Maria was always prompt if I needed something. The whole property is surrounded by trees, giving the feeling of a place outside the city although is only blocks away from downtown, clubs, movies, Whole Food’s Market. Maria is very helpful and kind, with a great personality, the perfect host.

  Owner response: Gosh, there are a lot of sweet people in the world, they sure know how to make a heart feel good. Thank you very kindly for your comments. Maria

  Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 19/19

$160/Night .. $950/Week .. $2450/Month.
Special events, SXSW & Formula One: $650/night
$320 Deposit Holds the Unit and is a Damage Deposit Also.
$85 Cleaning Fee.
ACL: $499/night

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

Sorry this information is not available. Please contact the owner/manager for more information.