Retro Home in Zilker-Fenced Yard-Nature Views & Minutes to Downtown!
- Minimum stay:2 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:Yes
- Wheel chair accessible:No
Nestled under 300 year old oak trees, across from a 7 acre greenspace and 1 mile from the cool waters of Barton Springs, you will find your cozy 1150 sq ft vacation getaway. Monthly stays welcome! Deep in the heart of Austin, Texas you can enjoy the best lifestyle this city has to offer.
Stay with us in October and enjoy the 3-day ACL Music Festival. The home is located within walking distance to Zilker Park where the festival is held each year. Trust us...you don't want to deal with having to park a car on the festival grounds! Enjoy Barton Springs (also walking distance) which is a spring-fed pool. On the other side of the pool is a large park complete with picnic tables and a huge playground for children complete with a train that circles around the park. Enjoy sno cones as you lay out on the banks of the pool. For those more active, jog or bike on the Town Lake trails or rent a canoe. Nearby restaurants include Shady Grove (family friendly local place which often has live music), Austin Java, Uncle Billy's BBQ and microbrew, Chuy's Tex-Mex, Baby A's Tex-Mex (home of the purple margarita), Daily Juice and Flipnotics Coffee.
Head east a few blocks to shop in the nearby South Congress (Soco) district. Find thrift stores, vintage shops, a costume store, candy stores, tons of antiques and homemade items, clothing stores, retro toy stores, and lots of locally owned boutiques. Grab a pizza at Homeslice, enjoy Tex-Mex at Guerro's Taco Bar, relax at Sunday brunch at South Congress Cafe or the Woodland, bring your appetite to the delicious Vespaio Restaruant, see a local band at the Continental Club, play a round of mini-golf at Peter Pan Golf, or check out a play at Zach Scott Theater. Don't forget to stop on the South Congress bridge and check out the bats!
South 1st Street is also a few blocks from the home and is a street lined with authentic Mexican pastry shops, antique stores, record stores, boutiques and Polvo's Mexican Restaurant.
A 5 minute drive will get you to the heart of downtown where you can visit the world famous 6th Street, home of wall-to-wall bars and live music every night of the week. Eat, drink...even catch a movie at Alamo Drafthouse. Visit the new 2nd Street Shopping District to catch a movie and shop local boutiques as well as high-end specialty stores. There are dozens of cafes, coffee houses, bars and restaurants to suit every taste imaginable. If you would like a chaufferred tour of downtown Austin, hop aboard the Austin Duck Tour which is a boat-on-wheels! The tour guide will fill you in on Austin history while driving you around the downtown area and ultimately into the lake for a quick boat ride near Hula Hut and Mozarts Coffeehouse before returning you to your original destination.
Looking for a 24-hour eatery? Check out Magnolia Cafe (try the Magnolia Mud or the pancakes) or Kerby Lane Cafe.
Looking for something for the kids? Check out the Scottish Rite Theater for a variety of live plays such as Peter Pan, cool them off in the many splash-pads around town, take them for a dip at Deep Eddy Pool (they offer movies there during the summer), catch some live music at Blues on the Green or visit the numerous parks throughout the city.
Coming to Austin in November? Check out the Formula One Races! You can also let the kids enjoy the Chuy's holiday parade down South Congress.
Coming in March? Then you can't miss SXSW Interactive, Film and Music Festival which is March 8-17th!
If you need any tips on where to go and what to see...just ask! We are happy to make recommendations!
You will find everything you need in the home, from fresh linens and towels to a kitchen stocked with cooking supplies and utensils. We provide DirectTV Satellite and wireless internet.
Long term rentals welcome!
License Number: OL 2012 103680
Property Type
- 1 story
- House
- 1200 sq. ft.
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Suitability
- Wheelchair Inaccessible
- Long-Term Renters Welcome
- Suitable For Elderly Or Infirm
- Alternative Lifestyle
Bedrooms
- 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, Beds for 6
- Bedroom 1
- 1 king
- Bedroom 2
- 1 queen
- Bedroom 3
- 1 double
Bathrooms
- 1.0 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
- toilet, tub, shower
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- Stereo
- Books For Kids
- CD Player
- Radio
- DVD Player
Theme
- Sports & Activities
- Romantic
- Adventure
- Away From It All
- Family
- Tourist Attractions
Attractions
- Festivals
- Caves
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Winery Tours
- Nude Beach
- Live Theater
- Autumn Foliage
- Library
- Churches
- Zoo
- Restaurants
- Recreation Center
- Playground
- Botanical Garden
- Cinemas
- Arboretum
- Theme Parks
- Museums
Car
- Recommended
Leisure Activities
- Photography
- Walking
- Paddle Boating
- Miniature Golf
- Bird Watching
- Antiquing
- Shopping
- Boating
- Eco Tourism
- Horseback Riding
- Wildlife Viewing
- Scenic Drives
- Sight Seeing
local services and businesses
- Babysitter
- Hospital
- Groceries
- ATM/Bank
- Laundromat
- Medical Services
- Fitness Center
- Massage Therapist
Location Type
- Downtown
- Lake
sports and adventure activities
- Golf
- Mountain Climbing
- Hunting Small Game
- Tennis
- Rock Climbing
- Mountain Biking
- Water Tubing
- Cycling
- Swimming
- Racquetball
- Hunting Big Game
- Sailing
- Pier Fishing
- Spelunking
- Water Skiing
- Kayaking
- Roller Blading
- Freshwater Fishing
- Hunting
- Basketball Court
- Jet Skiing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Snorkeling
- Golf Privileges Optional
- Wind-Surfing
- Paragliding
- Fly Fishing
- Scuba Diving Or Snorkeling
Arrival Day
- Flexible
catering options
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Dining
- Dining Area
- Dining
forms of payment
- Accept Credit Card
General
- Parking On Street
- Toilet Paper
- Internet
- Ceiling Fans
- Parking
- Washing Machine
- Clothes Dryer
- Parking Off Street
- Living Room
- Linens Provided
- Parking For RV/Boat/Trailer
- Paper Towels
- Heating
- Towels Provided
- Hair Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Shampoo
- Wireless Internet
- Gas Heating
- Laundry Soap
- Basic Soaps
Kitchen
- Coffee Maker
- Dishes & Utensils
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Kitchen
- Pantry Items
- Stove
- Cooking Utensils
- Toaster
- Blender
- Stove
- Dishwasher
- Ice Maker
- Oven
- Refrigerator
Outside
- Yard
- Lawn / Garden
- Deck / Patio
- Patio
- Outdoor Grill
- Outdoor Furniture
Payment Type
- Mastercard
- Visa
- Amex
Pool / Spa
- Communal Pool
Reviews
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Great stay!
Great stay!
- Guest Mike C.
- Date of stay 04/19/13
- Review Submitted 04/30/13
Great little home in a quite, nice neighborhood. Amenitites were as described and the house was well kept upon arrival. There was a nice backyard with a grill and tables and even a washer-dryer! Would recommend staying here for a nice weekend away.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Peaceful Getaway
Peaceful Getaway
- Guest Jui-Lin C.
- Date of stay 02/15/13
- Review Submitted 02/19/13
The house was a perfect weekend getaway for us. The house was clean and all the amenities listed were provided and easy to find. The owner is very responsive and very patient. I had all my questions, more like pestering answered on time and they were very prompt and quick to refund the deposit. We really enjoyed our stay and the surrounding area. It's on a hill overlooking Austin and it is very peaceful and quiet. It is close to natural park and garden like Umlauf garden and Zilker park.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Great Stay!
Great Stay!
- Guest Patrick I.
- Date of stay 11/16/12
- Review Submitted 12/03/12
I would like to say thank you for the great accommodation. This property was very clean and well suit for our arrival. This property is a great option if you'd like to stay very close to downtown and enjoy all that Austin has to offer. During out stay we did not need any assistance since the house was ready and had everything its specifies. I would really recommend this property to someone and hopefully I can stay again next year.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Great Stay
Great Stay
- Guest Ecko W.
- Date of stay 10/04/12
- Review Submitted 10/10/12
This was a nice cozy home with all the essentials. They had cable tv, towels, extra blankets the list goes on and on. It worked out great for us because it was a family vacation and the location is right in the heart of Austin.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Nice rental!
Nice rental!
- Guest Cint
- Date of stay 06/10/11
- Review Submitted 06/16/11
Duplex was in a great location and had a nice contemporary look. Bedrooms were spacious. House was very clean. The owner owns both duplexes so the entire family rented out both for convenience. Yard was nice for the kids to run around. Definately recommended for families or a nice getaway for the week.Recommended for: Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway.
Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 3/3
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Relax !
Relax !
- Guest MTB4ALL
- Date of stay 05/13/11
- Review Submitted 05/21/11
We had a great and relaxing time @ Rabb Rd. All basics are present and beds are very comfortable. The house is located at a very peaceful and quiet corner lot with a private fenced yard where our dog relaxed under the tree. Distance to Downtown Austin, Parks, Shops, night live and not to forget Great Restaurants were just a 5 - 10 minute ride by bike. (Rent a bike @ Bike Sports shop on Lamar Blvd) We would recommend this vacation rental to active age mid 40 - 60 without small kids. We certainly are planning to come back in the near future. And before we forget, the price is very fair.Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, tourists without a car, age 55+, families with teenagers, pet owners, romantic getaway.
Owner response: Thanks for your review, we work hard to maintain a consistent, clean, and fun atmosphere in our rentals. We are always updating with new accessories. I hope you enjoyed our new HD flatscreen and the beautiful custom Texas bar we just put in. We look forward to having you back. Sincerely, Prima Vacation Rentals
Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 2/2
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Simply Rabb-ishing House
Simply Rabb-ishing House
- Guest Nannie
- Date of stay 08/12/10
- Review Submitted 10/07/10
This was a perfect house for three generations of adults to stay, one of whom uses a wheelchair. We were impressed by the cleanliness and more than adequate supply of linens, towels and kitchen equipment. All of us enjoyed the artwork and retro decor. We plan to return to Austin and hope this home will be available when our plans are finalized. The location is perfect: close to many restaurants and to downtown, yet situated in a quiet and pretty area of town.Recommended for: Sightseeing, people with disabilities, tourists without a car, age 55+, families with teenagers, pet owners, families with young children, girls getaway.
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Great place close to Barton Springs and Chuys
Great place close to Barton Springs and Chuys
- Guest Christine B.
- Date of stay 07/22/10
- Review Submitted 08/30/10
We stayed at the Rabb Rental for 4 days and had a great time. Barton Springs is really close and easy to walk to...we went every day! I liked all the cookware that was provided in the kitchen, made it easy to cook up dinners or breakfast. The owner was very easy to work with and recommended we try Chuys Tex Mex nearby. It was great! Definitely recommend to anyone wanting a rental in a fantastic location.Recommended for: Sightseeing, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway.
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Great location near playgrounds and taco places
Great location near playgrounds and taco places
- Guest mamama
- Date of stay 12/19/09
- Review Submitted 01/12/10
We stayed at the "Rabb cottage" (my 3 year old's name for it) for two weeks over the holidays. Carlos the owner was terrific -- responsive to our needs, great about answering all my questions. We loved going to Zilker Park and Zilker Elem playground nearby every day. Loved all the tacos joints nearby too, plus terrific for walking, movies, juice joints, etc. Pros about house: plush linens, great water pressure, beautiful morning light in kitchen, my preschool son loved the big yard. It's small and modest (flooring and doors are older, thus tired) but charming (fun retro furniture, cool red kitchen table). It's a good fit for a family on a budget. Enjoy!Recommended for: Families with young children.
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great vacation rental
great vacation rental
- Guest Anne m.
- Date of stay 11/25/09
- Review Submitted 12/19/09
The house was clean and well maintained. Its in a nice, safe family oriented neighborhood. An easy drive to downtown area, near lots of stores and restaurants. We enjoyed our stay and my family particularly liked the retro furnishings! We would definitely stay there again.Recommended for: Sightseeing, age 55+, families with teenagers, pet owners, families with young children, girls getaway.
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Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base Rate 2 night min stay |
$159 | $973 | $2772 | |||
| ACL Weekend 1 Oct 4 - Oct 6 2 night min stay |
$500 | |||||
| ACL Weekend 2 Oct 11 - Oct 13 2 night min stay |
$500 | |||||
| Formula 1 Race Nov 13 - Nov 18 2 night min stay |
$600 | |||||
Additional information about rental rates
Normal Rate: $159/night
15% tax (9% city, 6% county occupancy tax)
$75 cleaning fee, $39 insurance available, $150 for each pet
Monthly stays are $2950/month
Seasonal Rates:
ACL Festival (Oct. 4-6 & 11-13) and Formula 1 Races (Nov. 13-18) are a flat rate of $500-600/night (2 night minimum)
Fees:
- Pet Fee: $150
- Cleaning Fee: $75
- Tax Rate 15%
Cancellation policy:
If you have any questions please contact the owner.
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Location
Owner info
Year Purchased: 1999
About the owner: I have worked in the Real Estate and wealth management industry for over 20 years. I enjoy travel, nature, art, culture and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Why the Owner Chose Zilker:
The property has such positive energy...it's a great home for families, singles and couples. Complete with up-to-date amenities, pet-friendly, surrounded by nature, yet minutes from downtown!
The Unique Benefits at this House:
The home is private as you do not face any other homes on the street. There are plenty of hiking trails and you are surrounded by nature, yet a 5 minute drive to downtown. This is a very friendly and desirable neighborhood in Austin. You will see many smiling faces each day walking and jogging the streets morning, noon and night.
Check out our other Vacation Home next door: HomeAway Rental #232851
Contact us
- Primary: +1 512 5127964950
Links to more information:
Photos
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Relax or socialize in the contemporary living area
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Fully stocked Kitchen available for your use
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Tiled bath complete with fluffy, white towels
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Front bedroom with cabin like feel
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Third Bedroom with Queen bed
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Sunsets in Austin
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Living room bar area, bar stools and flat-screen TV
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Shower and bath
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Plush bed linens
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Scenic Southewest front yard
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Dining Area looks out to Backyard
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Wool Carpeting throughout Bedrooms
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Large picture window in second bedroom
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Backyard with seating and grill area
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Lots of seating options!
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Well lit contemporary bathroom
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Late afternoon sunshine, lots of natural light
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View from living room toward kitchen
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