10/10 Excellent
FL B.
10 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, great hosts
FL B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Apartment
Cityscape Cottage, Best View of Downtown, 5 min. walk, Close to ACL and SXSW
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3800 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Austin, TX
- Texas State Capitol15 min walk
- Sixth Street17 min walk
- University of Texas at Austin3 min drive
- Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)14 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 3)
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Cityscape Cottage, Best View of Downtown, 5 min. walk, Close to ACL and SXSW
One bedroom, 800 sqft garage apartment that has been completely renovated. Renovation work was completed January, 2018. It has all new appliances, including washer/dryer. It has a new kitchen and new windows and window coverings all around.
It is on a hill overlooking Whole Foods, above North Lamar. Just walk a few blocks to a couple of five star restaurants (Jefferey's and Clark's) and many shops and clubs in the West 5th and 6th street neighborhood. Sweetish Hill Bakery is a 5 minute walk away, just down the hill.
The picture window in the living room looks out over the city skyline with an unobstructed view.
It is on a dead end street with no through traffic, with convenient on-street parking.
The main house of this apartment also rents out on Home Away. It has a property listing of 3520835. Both listings can be rented at the same time to accommodate up to 9 people.
It is on a hill overlooking Whole Foods, above North Lamar. Just walk a few blocks to a couple of five star restaurants (Jefferey's and Clark's) and many shops and clubs in the West 5th and 6th street neighborhood. Sweetish Hill Bakery is a 5 minute walk away, just down the hill.
The picture window in the living room looks out over the city skyline with an unobstructed view.
It is on a dead end street with no through traffic, with convenient on-street parking.
The main house of this apartment also rents out on Home Away. It has a property listing of 3520835. Both listings can be rented at the same time to accommodate up to 9 people.
Property manager
Mark Hopper
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Austin
Clarksville, a neighbourhood in Austin, is home to this apartment. 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 Lady Bird Lake and Zilker Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Moody Center or Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium.
Austin, TX
What's nearby
- Texas State Capitol - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Sixth Street - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
- Moody Theater - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
- Austin Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
- University of Texas at Austin - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Whole Foods - 11 min walk
- Green Light Social - 14 min walk
- The Tavern - 8 min walk
- Tiniest Bar In Texas - 14 min walk
- Better Half Coffee & Cocktails - 9 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
RONALD L.
9 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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RONALD L.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
RONALD L.
27 Nov, 2024
RONALD L.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Niky M.
18 Apr, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay in Austin
Niky M.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Charles K.
3 Dec, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Womderful
Charles K.
Stayed 20 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jeffrey A.
15 Oct, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay
Jeffrey A.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
kara h., CALGARY
14 Sept, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stylish & Cozy Stay in Austin
kara h.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
John L.
4 Nov, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home base to explore Austin
John L.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Todd M.
25 May, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely
Todd M.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Mary A., Commerce Twp., MI USA
9 Dec, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place! Great location!
Mary A.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019
10/10 Excellent
Kris K.
12 Nov, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place in the perfect location!
Kris K.
10/10 Excellent
Elwood E.
28 Dec, 2018
Great place, great location!
Elwood E.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018
8/10 Good
Ken L.
17 Apr, 2018
As described, as expected
Ken L.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018
About the host
Hosted by Mark Hopper
Mark is a retired Navy Officer (Civil Engineer Corps) who then followed a 2nd career in Engineering and Construction Management. He is a Naval Academy graduate with advanced degrees in Engineering from MIT. Jeannie is an active volunteer for feeding the homeless in a local church. She plays Mah Jong weekly. Mark and Jeannie both grew up in the Beaumont/Port Arthur area of southeast Texas. They are high school sweethearts who dated for 7 years and now have been married for almost 53 years.
Why they chose this property
It is new and fresh with beautiful views. It is quiet and peaceful.
What makes this property unique
Very little traffic or noise. There is an alleyway off the back of the property that will lead you down to Lamar Street and one additional block over to Whole Foods, or the beginning of shops and clubs along West 5th and 6th Streets
Languages:
English
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