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Lower holiday prices!...Close to the lake, park, Barton Springs & S. Congress

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Welcome to our home
Front porch
Dining room
Living room

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51450 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Austin, TX
  • Place, Zilker Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Barton Springs Pool
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Austin City Limits
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lower holiday prices!...Close to the lake, park, Barton Springs & S. Congress

Discover our charming two-bedroom home with a distinctive southwestern/Austin style. From here, it's an easy walk to Zilker Park (the site of ACL Music Festival), Lady Bird Lake, hike-and-bike trails, Barton Springs, restaurants and food trucks, and the Barton Creek Greenbelt. it's a short driving distance to nearby clubs and neighborhoods, including downtown and South Congress Avenue.

We have just added a Stock Tank Pool, a perfect place to relax and cool off during our Texas summers!

We have lived in the neighborhood since 2001, and we love the laid-back vibe that characterizes this area. We enjoy sharing the space and the area with guests from all over the country and even overseas.

We have a full kitchen available, and outdoor gas and charcoal grills. The house itself is stocked with books, art and music. We offer Amazon Prime and Apple TV, and Netflix and the other streamers are available for guests to log into using their own accounts.

Please note: We cannot accommodate check-ins less than 5 days in advance or long-term stays for more than five days. We also can only accommodate 5 people or less to provide the most comfortable environment for you! Our house features a king and queen-sized bed in two bedrooms with one bathroom. There is also a non-foldout sofa which can serve as an extra bed for one person.

The house has a big fenced backyard that lends itself to hanging out in good weather. There is a firepit and the stock tank pool available when circumstances permit. (Please note owners cannot be responsible for any mishaps resulting from the use of either the firepit or the pool).

This home has an "Austin" feel in an incredible neighborhood and is close to everything you're looking for in a visit to ATX!

The house is thoroughly cleaned between guests and has been occupied by the owners only. Contactless check-in is the standard at this time. We are committed to providing a safe and enjoyable stay. Any questions? Please contact the homeowners.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
OK for older children but best not for toddlers.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
$50 fee with approval. No furniture privileges.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Breakfast taco foods and welcome margaritas are included! Please allow at least 2 days notice for check-in date.
Maximum rental period is one week (seven days).

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Austin

Located in Austin, this vacation home is in the city center. Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue 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. Kayaking and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and rock climbing nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Zilker Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Barton Springs Pool - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Austin City Limits - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Lady Bird Lake - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Austin Station - 10 min drive
  • Downtown Station - 15 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Loro Asian Smokehouse & Bar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Tacodeli - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Bouldin Acres - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Hattie B’s Hot Chicken - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪ThoroughBread - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Lower holiday prices!...Close to the lake, park, Barton Springs & S. Congress have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Lower holiday prices!...Close to the lake, park, Barton Springs & S. Congress?

As of Apr 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lower holiday prices!...Close to the lake, park, Barton Springs & S. Congress on Apr 19, 2026 start from $353, 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.

Is Lower holiday prices!...Close to the lake, park, Barton Springs & S. Congress pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lower holiday prices!...Close to the lake, park, Barton Springs & S. Congress?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lower holiday prices!...Close to the lake, park, Barton Springs & S. Congress?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lower holiday prices!...Close to the lake, park, Barton Springs & S. Congress located?

Located in Zilker, this vacation home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Zilker Park and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Sixth Street. Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum and Zach Theatre are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daphne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay! Loved this home
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad J.

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

Great for family getaway

We really enjoyed our stay. The weather was perfect for using the fire pit and we enjoyed the welcoming atmosphere. The house has a lot of character and charm.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine G.

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

Great place

We had a wonderful visit to Austin and the home was comfortable and enjoyable. Beds are good too.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan H.

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

Amazing stay

Loved this property and Owners attentiveness, details and suggestions for a comfortable stay. Home was decorated perfectly with an eclectic appeal. Would highly recommend and we will be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison J.

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

Beautiful Home & Great Location

Awesome location for attending ACL Festival! We were able to walk to Zilker Park & Barton Springs. The house was cozy & had all the amenities we needed. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie W.

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

Fantastic

Amazing property, we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you want to walk into a place and feel like you are in a loving home, this is the place for you. From the margarita bar left for guests to the fridge full of fresh fruit, milk, juice, eggs and other items perfect to make breakfast daily. All the extra touches were so thoughtful and made such a difference. We stay in rentals a lot and this had so many more extras that made a difference in our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa F.

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

Very cozy home in a great location!

This was such a great home to stay in while we were in town visiting family. It was so cozy and comfortable - had everything and more than we could have possibly needed. Great location just across the river from downtown Austin and just down the street from so many great restaurants and shopping! Plenty of room for our little family of four and a great backyard to hang out in and enjoy the beautiful weather. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Selena S.

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

Southwest Vibe

Spent a wonderful weekend in this charming, hip cool vibe casita. The hosts are so welcoming and inviting. The refreshments and breakfast provided by the host is so nice. The books and music were on point for Atx. We will definitely be back it is such a great place to stay,
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S.

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

Charming Austin house

Great stay in this charming home. We have stayed here several times and are always delighted by the hospitality of the hosts who provide breakfast fixings, snacks and a margarita set up:) The house has everything we need, a comfortable bed and a big backyard for our dogs. We find it so relaxing and the location is near Zilker, which is perfect for walks, runs and a brisk swim. We will be back ASAP!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

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

Margaritas and More

We had a wonderful stay at the Davis house. The location is terrific and being welcomed with homemade margarita supplies and a fully stocked fridge was sublime. We were grateful to the Davis’ for letting us use their home for a bit of an extended stay, but we also felt bad for the inconvenience of them being out of their house for that long. Our dogs loved the backyard, and the countless books and decorations leant a very Austin feel to the home.
Stayed 17 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey B.

Cute, cozy home with great location

Stayed here while attending SXSW and had a great time. The decor is really cool and I felt like a true Austinite - hah! I slept on the murphy bed and it was super comfy. The margarita station was a nice touch, too, which we thoroughly enjoyed. Great location - you're no more than a 15 minute Lyft ride away from restaurants, theaters, downtown, etc. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aimee Z.

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

Perfect for ACL

Great little house and home base for ACL. My youngest son called it an ACL themed house. It’s evident the owners are both music lovers and cooks! They left a fully stocked fridge and all the kitchen stuff to whip up anything you could think of. Both beds weee comfortable, quality sheets and towels!! I would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad J.

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

A lot of character

We have stayed at a lot of rental properties, but this one stands out for having real character. The music, art, and book collections were amazing. The kitchen was well appointed and we were able to locate everything we needed to cook. We also appreciated the very nice welcoming touches. Thank you for allowing us to share your home.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

B. J.

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

Wonderful Home and Hosts!

The home had everything I needed and the hosts were incredibly generous with pantry and refrigerator items - all the way down to fresh fruit, juice, coffee, and breakfast taco fixings. Great old Austin / Sante Fe / West Texas vibe with decor. Comfortable beds and pillows. Fresh herbs in the garden plots. And even some hens nearby to delight you with their funny calls. Close to all the central/south Austin attractions. Great spot!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Duncan G.

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

Zilker respite

John and Kathy were gracious, generous, and responsive hosts. Their home was perfect for my wife and me as a home base for exploring the Austin area. We were able to walk to downtown, the Barton Creek greenbelt, and the Zilker Botanical Garden. All wonderful walks. The home was as presented online. The kitchen and home was well supplied with everything we needed. The neighborhood was quiet and peaceful. We will return if ever in Austin again. Thank you John and Kathy!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

Great Location and A Taste of Austin

Great location in Zilker Park area and close to just about everything in the downtown area. Great restaurants within a very short drive, though a tad too far to walk. Major grocery stores about 10 minutes by car. Neighborhood is very nice and felt very safe, a mix of older and newer homes. Mostly professional people and retirees. Not many students in this area. We did some late night walking and felt very safe. House was older but clean and had a well stocked kitchen, refrigerator and complimentary margarita bar! House has a quirky Austin vibe with lots of music posters and Southwest art. Beds were comfortable. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay B.

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

Always a great stay

We have stayed many times here as we come to Austin frequently. This is a comfortable house in a great neighborhood. Margaritas and breakfast tacos are always much appreciated and make for a warm welcome. Thanks again for sharing this gem with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke M.

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

Perfect Stay

Everything about this house and the hosts was absolutely perfect for our stay. The location was ideal, the house was so cool and inviting, and the hosts were unbelievably gracious and thoughtful. Would absolutely book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica R.

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

Wonderful stay

Very beautiful house. The owners left fixings for breakfast and margaritas. Easy check in and the owners were very responsive to messages. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara F.

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

Enchanted retreat

Comfortable neighborhood, cozy and inviting home. Wonderful, thoughtful, and accommodating hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam F.

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

Wonderful Home!!

A lot of fruit flies buzzing around, but all in all very clean, accommodating, and fantastic location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S.

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

Charming South Austin house

The house in South Austin is charming and has delights for the eye in every room. The fenced backyard was ideal for our dog and great for relaxing in under the shady trees. The owners are very gracious hosts and provide margarita fixings as well as the ingredients for breakfast tacos which we enjoyed immensely. Great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wanda W.

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

Lovely Home

This is a lovely home in a lovely neighborhood! The kitchen was particularly well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dane H.

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

Wonderful house, amazing experience.

We had a blast at this amazing house. The house is cozy, comfortable, and feels surprisingly large. The backyard is huge and set up nicely with multiple gatherings spaces. The real benefit of this house is the decor and warmth provided by the owners. They provide fare including margaritas and breakfast tacos, and the decor and book collection make you feel as though you're on an adventure even when you are just chillin' in a nice Austin vibe house. I highly recommend this place and would happily stay hear whenever I come back to Austin.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

About the host

Hosted by John T. Davis

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I'm a longtime Austinite who is a journalist and author. My beat over the years has covered the Austin and Texas music scenes, the local people and culture, and Texas and the Southwest. My wife is an attorney whose cousin, singer/songwriter Rosie Flores, introduced us. Both of us love art, music and cooking. We also love Austin and enjoy showing it off to friends and visitors.

Why they chose this property

Our house is wonderfully close to so many of the things that make Austin unique and desirable--Barton Springs Pool, Lady Bird Lake and its hike-and-bike trail, the vibrant downtown, and South Congress (aka SoCo), with its eclectic array of great shopping, good eating and live music. Austin has lots of great neighborhoods, but we like ours best.

What makes this property unique

Though the house was built in 1955 and still shows Mid-Century-Mod features, we both have a longstanding love affair with Santa Fe and the Southwest, and our decor reflects that. We have an extensive collection of books, many centered around Texas and New Mexico, and we are fortunate enough to have many pieces of original art. Guests tell us they "feel at home" when they are here, and that's what we strive for. It's not Instagram bait, but it is comfortable and personal and reflects the owners.

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