Located in Austin, this vacation home is in the city center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lady Bird Lake and Zilker Park, while Moody Theater and Austin City Limits are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Moody Center or Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium.
Museum of Natural & Artificial Ephemerata - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
University of Texas at Austin - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
UFCU Disch-Falk Field - 4 min drive - 1.5 km
Moody Center - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
Huston Tillotson University - 5 min drive - 1.9 km
Getting around
Martin Luther King Jr Station - 4 min walk
Austin Station - 16 min drive
Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Taco Bell - 14 min walk
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - 14 min walk
Palomino Coffee - 15 min walk
Terry's Seafood & Chicken - 14 min walk
Santa Catarina - 12 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Group Getaway with Chess Garden and Firepit pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Group Getaway with Chess Garden and Firepit?
As of Oct 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Group Getaway with Chess Garden and Firepit on Oct 28, 2026 start from $439, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Group Getaway with Chess Garden and Firepit?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Group Getaway with Chess Garden and Firepit?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Group Getaway with Chess Garden and Firepit located?
Located in Chestnut, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of The Vortex and University of Texas at Austin. Sixth Street and Moody Center are also within 3 mi (5 km). Martin Luther King Jr Station is only a 4-minute walk.
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
This property was great and communication with the host was top tier. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 26, 2026
We appreciate your kind words about your stay at Upstay! It’s wonderful to hear that you enjoyed the property and found our communication to be top-notch. We strive to provide a seamless experience for our guests, and it’s rewarding to know we hit the mark for you. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable getaway in Austin!
Thank you for your kind review Sidney! We’re so glad to hear you had a great stay and that the home provided plenty of space for your large family. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back again in the future! 😊
Host was always super responsive to any questions we had. House was amazing and so spacious!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 4, 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review Maria! We're delighted to hear that you found the home spacious and enjoyed your stay. Our team takes pride in being responsive and ensuring our guests have everything they need for a comfortable experience.
It was a pleasure hosting you, and we truly appreciate you choosing our property. We would be happy to welcome you back anytime!
The host was responsive and so helpful! The house was beautiful and in a great location to downtown. We had the best time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 10, 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review Jessica! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a great time and enjoyed the house, the location, and your overall stay.
It was a pleasure hosting you, and we truly appreciate your kind words. We’d love to welcome you back anytime you’re in the area!
This house absolutely exceeded our expectations in every way! The whole process was so easy, and the hosts were incredibly responsive and helpful throughout our stay. I would highly recommend this spot for a larger group!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on May 13, 2025
Thank you so much for the kind words, Gianna! We’re thrilled to hear the home exceeded your expectations and that everything went smoothly. It was a pleasure hosting you and your group — you’re welcome back anytime!
Very nice stay. Carpets upstairs are in need of some cleaning, the washing machine (eventually got it working) and oven were out of order. That part would’ve been nice to know ahead of time as we had menu’s already outlined, and we had to change all meal plans. Aside from that, the host was very responsive, great location, and we had a wonderful time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 5, 2025
Thank you so much for your feedback, Jennifer, and for choosing our home for such a special family gathering. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the stay overall and appreciated the location and our responsiveness.
We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience with the upstairs carpets, the washing machine, and especially the oven. These issues should have been communicated to you ahead of time, and we completely understand how frustrating it must have been to adjust your planned meals during such an important weekend.
We’ve already scheduled a deep cleaning for the carpets and are addressing both the oven and washing machine to ensure they are fully operational for future guests.
Thank you again for sharing your experience — your feedback truly helps us improve. We’re happy you still had a wonderful time celebrating the UT graduation, and we’d love the opportunity to host your family again under better circumstances.
The house was very nice and enjoyable. We had multiple ladies staying together. The only thing I would suggest is window coverings in the bathroom upstairs, as there is a 3 story apartment across the street that has quiet a view. The host did reach out to try and help resolve by checking the windows for possible mechanics of covering, but we were busy with workdays and unable to meet them to check for possible solutions. I would also suggest a door on the same bathroom. The host was responsive and with those few changes, would defenitly stay here again as it is the perfect location and size for a big group.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 22, 2025
Thank you so much for your detailed feedback Sheri! We’re really glad to hear the house was enjoyable and worked well for your group.
We truly appreciate your suggestions regarding the upstairs bathroom. Adding window coverings and a door are great points, and we’re already reviewing options to improve privacy and overall comfort for future guests. Thank you as well for noting our efforts to look into a solution during your stay — we understand how busy workdays can be.
It was a pleasure hosting your group, and we’d love to welcome you back. We’re happy the home’s location and size were a perfect fit, and with these upcoming improvements, we hope your next stay will be even better!
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Jeanette H.
Jun 30, 2025
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review
8/10 Good
Joshua F.
Apr 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on May 13, 2025
Thanks for the 4 stars, Joshua! Hope to welcome you back soon — and earn that fifth one next time.