Charming Garden Bungalow--Short Walk to Downtown

• Charming Bungalow and Gardens in a Great Location

  Charming Bungalow and Gardens in a Great Location

  • Guest Paul
  • Date of stay 02/12/13
  • Review Submitted 03/21/13
  We really enjoyed our stay and plan to return on our next visit to Austin. A charming bungalow in a great location. We have stayed in many homes/apartments during our travels and yours is one of the nicest. Martha was also so kind and helpful.

  Recommended for: Age 55+, people with disabilities, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

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• Great, Relaxing place to stay

  Great, Relaxing place to stay

  • Guest Nurse.Kris87
  • Date of stay 06/05/12
  • Review Submitted 07/29/12
  This was a cute little bungalow, but plenty of room for 4 people to stay in. Nice to have the patio and little back garden too with a BBQ to cook on. They had everything we needed to cook with, towels, even blowdryer and first aide kit. Debora and Lorne were fantastic and made sure we had everything we needed. Payments were easy and refund was timely. I will definitely stay again if I have the chance.

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway.

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• Thankfully, Precisely as Presented Online - No surprises

  Thankfully, Precisely as Presented Online - No surprises

  • Guest MM & Me
  • Date of stay 07/13/12
  • Review Submitted 07/20/12
  My husband and I just returned from moving our son and daughter-in-law into their new home in Austin this past weekend. While there we rented the bungalow in hopes of having a nice, quiet, clean place to resort to after wrestling with the heat of Austin and the chore of packing and unpacking. This property was one of several that fit for location and price, but had certain additional assets that caused me to choose it. Eponymous Gardens, unlike many VRBOs listings, allowed for a 2 night minimum. I like that. Often, once you arrive you can extend your stay if needed, but not be obliged to before actually seeing the place and sleeping on the bed. As for the house itself, I think the outdoor picture can be deceiving. The house is exceptionally clean, spacious, and airy with lots of light. Loved the front and back porches. The backyard deck w grill offered kids a good excuse to come rest a little from moving in, while Dad cooked out, creating additional memories before saying good-byes. I suppose what surprised me THE most during our stay was how amazingly quiet it was despite the fact we were so close to downtown! A lot of “out in the country” nature sounds. And of course being greeted by a nice rain while we were there didn’t hurt any. During the day occasional neighborly visits were heard and one night beautiful music from a nearby wedding floated our way. Otherwise really felt tucked away, out in the country. As for the bed, I have low back trouble so finding a good bed is hard for me. Though I prefer a queen or king, this one slept well enough for me. But my husband who is very picky really loved it. He's pretty picky about everything and loved everything about this house, inside and out. In fact, all of it really began to grow on both of us the longer we were there. In a nutshell, our likes: Clean, Roomy, Light, Quiet, Good Location, Privacy, 2 screen doors w/locks, Front porch, Back deck w/ cooker and table for 4, great air conditioner, adequate parking. Personal preferences I missed? Two bedside tables w/ lamps, rather than one as I'm a big night time reader. By time we left we almost felt like part of the community. Homes are so much better than hotels when you can find a good one. There's something about hearing a screen door slap behind you, neighbors laughing and chatting over fences that makes you feel like you're home. Thanks y'all! We'll be back!

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing.

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• Philadelphians want to move IN!

  Philadelphians want to move IN!

  • Guest Ronda C.
  • Date of stay 03/24/12
  • Review Submitted 04/03/12
  This was my first trip to Austin, TX and the first Homeaway experience for my husband and I, and both the city and the Garden Bungalow were fabulous! We came east from Philadelphia, and we stopped first in San Antonio before we headed north to Austin. I really appreciated the quick and informative communication between Lorne and myself to set up the arrangements, and to make us feel very comfortable about what to expect upon our arrival and who was to assist us. The bungalow is located in East Austin which is a colorful neighborhood with restaurants, shops, bazaars, markets, library, food trucks, etc. within a comfortable walking distance of the bungalow, and we easily walked into downtown Austin as well. Deborah greeted us and toured us around the bungalow and compound - she is lovely! She was very patient with our questions about the household amenities and the neighborhood highlights. The garden bungalow is lovely - a simply sweet home with great design, decor, and energy. The kitchen was fully stocked to cook almost any meal, and if we needed something in addition, Deborah found it for us. Coca-Cola was in the frig as a welcoming treat, and there were spices and oils from previous travelers, and we left some too for the next guest! We spent two hours in the flagship Whole Food store romping around the aisles and loading up our cart - what fun!! Back at the bungalow I loved the bathroom shower, and the quick drying towels that I am running out to buy when I get home. The bedrooms were spacious with plenty of storage drawers and closets, and the beautiful hardwood floors cover the entire floor plan. We were able to wash and dry our clothes right there, so you do not need to bring a lot of luggage. My husband and I hung out a lot at the bungalow, because it was so comfortable and we were just happy to be anywhere in Austin. The vegetation in the garden secluded us, the artwork and "exhibits" intrigued us, and the variety of birds entertained us as we lounged on the back deck with the covered table and chairs to protect us from the hot sun, and we were also able to grill out and enjoy a late night dinner under the clear Texan sky. Every day we headed to the hot tub for a relaxing, private soak. There were other travelers close by in adjacent "aways" in the compound, but we only occasionally saw them and they were very friendly and having a good time as well. We will be back as we told Deborah at our departure. Austin is a super friendly city!

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• Absolutely Fabulous!!!!!!

  Absolutely Fabulous!!!!!!

  • Guest grace
  • Date of stay 11/18/11
  • Review Submitted 12/15/11
  WOW....what a lovely property. Our family was seeking a relaxing vacation at a property that felt like home. We "hit it on the nail" with the Eponymous Garden Bungalow. The layout and amenities of the rental were fabulous. It is very well maintained and close to all of the attractions Austin has to offer. The property owner as well as property manager were great to work with......very attentive, professional and welcoming. The next time we are in Austin, we plan to stay there again. We would highly recommend. Lisa

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

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• I'd rather not share the Bungalow . . .

  I'd rather not share the Bungalow . . .

  • Guest Chris N.
  • Date of stay 09/09/11
  • Review Submitted 09/14/11
  But, that would be too selfish. This is THE BEST Downtown Austin location, in a historic, eclectic/funky neighborhood, with fun bars, restaurants, and shops, all within walking distance, all within the hottest "new" area in Austin. The Bungalow is extremely clean, well-maintained, and comfortable, and the owners have thought of everything (wireless, coffee service, numerous amenities). Sit on the back deck overlooking the Garden, or hang out in the coolest "Grotto" in the backyard (a late 1800's shed with an amazing collection of visually interesting artifacts - a must see). Take a hot tub, or grill out on the deck. So much to do here, you might not make it out to see all that's nearby. This is my 2nd stay in the Bungalow, and I'm done looking for a place to stay in Austin. I still really can't believe you can rent this place so affordably and be this close to everything that Downtown Austin has to offer. Walking through this neighborhood and checking out all of the creative houses, yards and gardens, and restored homes, is a really fun way to get an impression of just how neat this area is. And, the Bungalow is in the heart of it all. It's a perfect "home base" for your Austin experience. Can't say enough about Lorne and Deborah. They are great, thoughtful hosts, and are really easy to work with. The whole experience has been a fun discovery, and I can't wait to return for some more Austin adventures. Thanks again for everything! Chris

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, girls getaway, sightseeing.

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• Great and charming little spot!

  Great and charming little spot!

  • Guest Chandra G.
  • Date of stay 01/26/11
  • Review Submitted 02/10/11
  We had a great experience at Eponymous Garden! This is a cute little house that somehow manages to be totally clean and modern but maintains a quirky, interesting style. I *loved* all the windows and light. The shared garden, of course, makes it all the more special. I loved the "grotto" in the garden... great for nighttime drinks and chit-chat. The hot tub is also a bonus, but we found we were out and about so much, we barely had time to enjoy it. The manager was on-site and very attentive. We basically had everything we could need. (Thank you for having a coffeemaker!) I also got a tour of the larger Victorian house, which they also rent. That is *amazing*. I would love to rent the whole house! Actually, I would rent the whole compound for an event. In terms of location, we walked everywhere... to downtown locations, eastside locations, and to south congress (over the bridge where the bats are). It was a lot of walking, but definitely do-able if you are up for it. If not, a cab ride is close and cheap! Or you could bike. Overall, we loved our experience. The only downside was that at times I felt like there were a lot of dogs barking outside and/or outside noises. There is not a lot of extra land around the property... it's on a regular residential street. Also, wouldn't recommend it for anyone who would want a ton of personal space. The place is small and the bedrooms are right next to each other. The garden is pretty large but also shared with other houses. Thanks, Eponymous Garden, for a great Austin experience!

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, tourists without a car, pet owners, girls getaway, sightseeing.

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• Eponyomus Garden Bungalow

  Eponyomus Garden Bungalow

  • Guest val
  • Date of stay 01/12/11
  • Review Submitted 01/19/11
  Wonderful upcoming area,access to city,park,restaurants and shopping so easy. Great house and gardens. Dog friendly. WE will be there again.

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

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• Quaint and delightful Get Away

  Quaint and delightful Get Away

  • Guest Beth Ann
  • Date of stay 11/19/10
  • Review Submitted 11/30/10
  We were looking for a small place to spend the Thanksgiving holiday and found this delightful bungalow in the midst of the city!!! The place was perfect for our family and we spent a great deal of time enjoying the back deck, the gardens and the fabulous spa!!! We were pleased with all the little extras that our hosts provided--from the drinks and coffee in the kitchen to the lovely shampoo, conditioner, body wash and lotion samplers. The owners were fabulous to work with---attentive but not intrusive --and we had such a great time that we would highly recommend this place and the adjoining properties to anyone who is looking for a place to get away to in Austin! Convenient to walk to lots of restaurants and parks---lovely accommodations that we would enjoy staying at again!

  Recommended for: Age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, girls getaway, sightseeing.

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• Wonderful place to stay!

  Wonderful place to stay!

  • Guest jski
  • Date of stay 10/15/10
  • Review Submitted 10/26/10
  This was a wonderful place to stay for our girls' weekend! Relatively close to downtown - we walked one evening, which was very doable. Yet still quiet and peaceful. Loved the decor, the deck and the gardens. Would definitely stay again.

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

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$200 weekday or weekend night.  Inquire about Festival and Holiday rates.
$1260 per week
$3750 per month
Refundable security deposit required
$50 Cleaning fee
15% Hotel Tax
$150 pet fee
Preferred method of payment is through Paypal, or in cash.

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