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South Austin Retreat! Nature, Fully Stocked, Pet Friendly

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Wonderful home to live, work and relax.
Extra seating at the eat in bar.
Open bright living area!
Room
main bedroom

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Austin, TX
  • Place, Joslin Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Garrison Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Burger Stadium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Queen Sleeper Sofa

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

South Austin Retreat! Nature, Fully Stocked, Pet Friendly

The South Austin Creekside Retreat ! Nature, Fully Stocked, Pet Friendly
This charming 2 large bedroom 2 full bathrooms over looking a wet weather creek.
Great for monthly and long term rentals

Amenities:
WIFI
42' TV in living room with Tivo, Netflix movie channels
Full Laundry Room - Full size washer and dryer, iron and ironing board

Bedrooms/Baths:

Bedroom 1 - King Bed with en-suite full bath
Bedroom 2 - Queen Bed with full bathroom off hallway
Bed - Queen Sleeper Sofa

Bathrooms:
2 Full Bathrooms - Toilet/Tub/Shower Combo and Vanity.

Kitchen:
Stocked with the basics and most everything you will need to cook/grill and entertain.
Cooking utensils. coffee, sugar and creamer provided.

Large open back yard that backs to a wet weather creek.
Pet friendly - Pet approval is required prior to booking.

City of Austin Short Term Rental Rules and Regulations - Special Notes:
(2) occupancy limits applicable under Section 25-2-511 (Dwelling Unit Occupancy Limit) – not more than 6 unrelated adults per property per stay.
(3) Noise - restrictions on noise applicable under Chapter 9-2 (Noise and Amplified Sound), including limitations on the use of amplified sound
Per City of Austin Noise Ordinance – No loud noises between the hours of 10 pm and 10am. Loud noise is anything that would constitute a disturbance of any kind from neighbors or Austin Police or Code Compliance.
(4) Parking 3 dedicated paved driveway parking spaces at this property
(5) trash collection schedule
Trash cans to be placed on curbs 5 ft apart on Monday evenings and returned to designated holding area on Tuesday evenings.
(6) information on relevant burn bans - Until further notice The City of Austin is under a strict burn ban. Fires of any kind are not permitted at this property
(7) information on relevant water restrictions – Until further notice the City of Austin is under a strict water restriction.
(8) information on applicable requirements ADA – None
(9) Short Term Rental License and Information Packet
Copy of City of Austin Short Term Rental information packet is posted on refrigerator and inside the guest welcome book
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children / Kids can not be left unsupervised
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Events

No events allowed
Maximum of 6 guests at any given time.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pets to be approved prior to booking. Fee per pet
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking at the property.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please text 513-653-9044 when you depart. Thank you
If you have a pet , please pick up , bag and dispose of pet waste from the yard. Bagged waste should be placed in the tan/ grey trash cans
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets considered . Pet's must be approved prior to booking. No exceptions. Pets fee will be added. Owner is liable for all pet damage.
If you are booking during the dates of ACL Festival, Formula 1 or SXSW send an inquiry before booking. No instant book
Absolutely no smoking at the property inside or outside. Deposit is automatically forfeited if you or your guests smoke in addition to other fees.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3790063
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Maximum of 6 guests at any given time.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Austin

Located in Westgate, a neighbourhood in Austin, this holiday home is near a water park. South Congress Avenue and Sixth Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Zilker Park and Lady Bird Lake. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Moody Center or Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails.
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Austin, TX

What's nearby

  • Joslin Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Garrison Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • West Gate Central - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Brodie Oaks Shopping Center - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Burger Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Plaza Saltillo Station - 10 min drive
  • Austin Station - 13 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Dan's Hamburgers - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Taco Cabana - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Radio Coffee & Beer - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is South Austin Retreat! Nature, Fully Stocked, Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at South Austin Retreat! Nature, Fully Stocked, Pet Friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at South Austin Retreat! Nature, Fully Stocked, Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at South Austin Retreat! Nature, Fully Stocked, Pet Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is South Austin Retreat! Nature, Fully Stocked, Pet Friendly located?

This family-friendly holiday home is located in the city centre, within 1 mi (2 km) of Garrison Park and Burger Stadium. St. David's South Austin Medical Center and Broken Spoke are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Audrey W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Working vacation

We enjoyed our stay and the place was close by all the fun tourist attractions.
Stayed 18 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2024
Thank you for your review Audrey!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

iTrip Vacations B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot for us

Clean, comfortable, and in the perfect location for our stay in Austin. Will be our first choice when I return.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2024
Thank you for your review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good house in Austin

Two couples stayed at this house for a week long trip to Austin. It was great for our needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2024
Thank you for your review
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ravi V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location

The property was well located for our time in Austin. Management was communicative and easy to work with.
Stayed 63 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2024
Than you for your review Ravi!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leif A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great South Austin location

I’ve lived in South Austin for 20 years, just sold my home and need temporary housing and space for visiting family. Perfect choice!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2024
Thank you for your review Leif!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome property 😎

Went there with my fiancé and a couple of her friends. The property was in a great location and clean, and has fast wifi! Great communication with the owner too. We had an awesome time in Austin! Made me and my fiancé want to move there lol
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2024
Than you for your review Joshua!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SALLY U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Checked all our boxes

We were pleasantly surprised on arrival that the unit was just what we needed and wanted for our 4 night stay Tastefully furnished, well equipped kitchen and split bedrooms each with a bath made our stay very comfortable. The neighborhood was on the upscale side and very convenient for our itinerary
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2024
Thank you for your review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lightning

My day was absolutely wonderful. The view from the balcony was gorgeous. The only one downfall to the state was not having adequate lighting to the stairs, going to the backyard to let my dog out. Everything else was simply amazing. Even my daughter who was kind of hard to please thought it was absolutely gorgeous. Hope to be able to stay there again on one of my future visits to Austin.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Feb 2026
Thank you for the kind review!
Verified

8/10 Good

STEPHEN A.

Clean, comfortable, convenient location

Nice condo. In southern Austin. Comfortable beds. Kitchen frying pans were very poor quality and they need to be replaced. Clean. Great backyard view of a creek.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2024
Thank you Stephen. We have replace kitchen pans!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine W.

Great place to stay!

Stayed for two months as I was relocating to the area and waiting for new house to be ready. Lucky to be a 10 min drive to work, with plenty of amenities locally like coffee shop, groceries and food places. Quiet neighborhood with friendly people. Did not have a doggie door as one review mentioned, but is dog friendly and my puppy enjoyed the fenced in yard down the steps. Everything you need to cook and live at though you are at home, owner is responsive to questions and needs. Would stay here again.
Stayed 69 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2024
Thank you for your review Christine!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas visit

Our family had a Merry Christmas here at the Natures Retreat. The property was spacious enough so we each had a place to call our own yet it was cozy enough to feel perfect for a 2 week holiday from home. The kitchen was stocked well for holiday cooking and roomy enough for a couple of cooks to work.Ella the family pup had a little yard to visit as needed and the neighborhood felt safe to go for daytime walks.Sally our host answered our questions promptly. TV was available but we rarely turned it on because the large glass door windows provided a view that we enjoyed daily.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Lucas P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Austin Stay

The house worked out well for myself, my parents, and our two dogs. Sally was good with communicating about minor issues we had. The house could use some updating (pillows were pretty worn out, etc.) but was still a good stay for us. We were driving into downtown to see my sister each day and it was only about a 10-15 minute drive, even with traffic. Lots of shops and restaurants within five minutes of the house. Overall would recommend for 2-4 people.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2024
Thank you for your review Lucas! We have replaced pillows!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mary T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
We stayed at this rental over the Christmas Holidays. The positive: the rental was clean; the owner quickly adjusted the thermostat remotely to switch from heat to a/c since the temps were quite hot and then gave us control to adjust; there were plenty of hangers in the closets. The not so positive: the kitchen was not stocked; there was coffee but no sugar or creamer. There was no tea kettle as pictured. The toaster was quite old. There were only 3 wine glasses and few drinking glasses. The 1 cookie sheet available should have been trashed long ago. I purchased aluminum foil to cover it for use. There was only 1 frying pan. The bed pillows were also dated. I purchased new pillows and left them behind with my son.I also purchased bath mats for safety sake. There were no cleaning supplies. I used a broom to sweep the floors but it kept falling apart. The dryer kept shutting off before clothes were dry no matter what cycle was used.The carpet on the stairs needed to be cleaned. There were no lamps in the living room.We got by for the week but I really believe the entire place could use refreshing.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Awesome getaway!

Great location and amenities. Fully stocked duplex. Clean and spacious! Had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
Thanks for your review Robert! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

8/10 Good

Ann L.

Comfortable duplex minutes from downtown but in a quiet neighborhood

We enjoyed our month's stay in this South Austin duplex. The rooms are spacious, the bed comfortable and the kitchen well equipped if you feel like cooking. With all the great restaurants in Austin, our cooking was limited to mostly breakfast. The back decks look over a small creek so it's very quiet and peaceful to enjoy a drink or grill after a day of sightseeing or hiking. The location is convenient to shopping, downtown, hike/bike trail and expressways. Everything we wanted was within 10-15 minutes. Sally was very helpful, communicated check in info and provided additional information about shopping and restaurants --especially, the excellent Radio Coffee. The television is a smart tv so if you have Netflix, Amazon or Hulu you will have plenty of video entertainment --if not, it's local channels. Austin has a multitude of things to do and we enjoyed spending a month away from Chicago cold at this very nice place. We would definitely return.
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2018
Archival

4/10 Poor

Kathy B.

Property is not the same as reviews

Only one TV, which did not have cable and did not have good reception. Beds are not queen size. Reviews are for a totally different property. Location is in a subdivision, need to drive everywhere. Owners would not give access code until we were two hours from destination. VRBO sent instructions for different property. Pictures are deceiving - place is much smaller than in pictures. Very clean and well stocked with paper products, soap, etc.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
The property description specified one television. This is the first time we have heard of poor reception on the television and the guest never reported this during their stay. We investigated afterwards but found no issues. The television also has DVR service and Netflix available. The beds are absolutely queen sized. We were in regular contact with the guest regarding the property and provided access codes prior to arrival. We also offered to meet the guest at the property at the time of their choosing to make sure everything was to their satisfaction but they declined. We have not received any feedback from other guests regarding the size of the unit but it is very roomy, has an open floorplan, 9-10 foot ceilings ranging from the bedrooms to the living room and generous outdoor living with 2 balcony's. The master bedroom is also very large and open with a private balcony. .
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Ben C.

Great place and exactly as advertised.

The place was perfect for our group. Plenty of space inside and a nice big backyard. Very dog friendly - doggy door and a fully fenced in backyard was perfect. The neighborhood was quiet, safe and centrally located. The only negative was it was a little distant from downtown and the Uber rides ranged from $35-$50 depending on the time of day.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Poppy M.

Amazing Weekend!

We had a great stay visiting our friends for the weekend from California and Texas. There were 7 of us, plenty of space, great location, beautiful and clean. We loved relaxing in the back yard after a long day exploring Austin! The owner, was so helpful and available for recommendations and questions. We will definitely stay here again when in Austin.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie M.

Beautiful, vintage ATX home in a great location!!!

I couldn't ask for more in a vacation rental! I frequent Austin and I found they did a really great job at keeping the vintage Austin style while incorporating modern touches where necessary. Everyone loved the pink flamingos! Decorating and furnishing gets an A+. The open floor plan was perfect for my entertainment needs and all the space allowed for everyone to get away from each other after a few days ;) I never had any issues with the home during my stay but I had no doubt in my mind that the owners would be there for any of my needs. They had everything I forgot to bring in the house already! I did quite a bit of cooking and entertaining there but not because the location was bad only because I didn't realize how good it was and didn't plan accordingly - next time! I would definitely stay there again but not before I check out some of Scott and Sally's others properties. Great people and even better property managers!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Sally S.

Super Stay!

We stayed at the property for over a month. Very clean and comfortable with everything we needed for our stay. Our dog loved the big back yard and patio area. Strange Brew is a great coffee shop and live music brew pub we would frequent and I would recommend.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Drake J.

Libyan house review

I'm a 16 year old boy and I very much liked this stay. Nice big screen television I was able to hook my xbox up to if I was bored. Everything was very clean and neat. Everything I needed was provided including toiletries. Which is good because I forgot mine at my house. I stayed with my mom and brother for a week and we all got our own room. A nice neighborhood conviently located in south Austin. Quiet but still very fun. Very cool decoure with unique edison bulbs that I had really never seen before. I would reccomend this stay to anyone. Five stars.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

South Austin Gem!

I was visiting Austin for 2 weeks on business. I chose this property as it was affordable and just 5 minutes to my office head quarters. The home was equipped with everything I needed and more. Fully stocked kitchen, toaster, coffee maker, and a large outside gas grill. The home had great WIFI and Cable TV. The bedroom TV is equipped with Netflix only. Downtown Austin was an affordable 10 minute cab ride. StrangeBrew Coffee and Lounge Bar was just 2 minutes from the house. They are open 24 hours. and serve great local coffee. They also have local live music at the lounge part of the café. A nice stay, and would reserve again when I return to Austin!

About the host

Hosted by Sally Sutherland

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Sally is a unicorn Austinite!
Love the Austin trails, lakes, food & all that Austin has to offer year-round.
Sally and Scott specialize in Austin Real Estate

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