The Perfect Retreat in Central Austin

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A covered outdoor area with wooden chairs and a table, large windows, and a ceiling fan.
Property video
A small, single-story structure with a porch and a pathway leading to it.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and blue chairs. There is a kitchen area with cabinets and a microwave.
A residential backyard with a well-maintained lawn, a house, and a greenhouse structure.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Austin, TX
  • Place, Northwest Recreation Center
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Beverly S. Sheffield Northwest District Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, McCallum Arts Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Main bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Austin

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in North Central Austin, a neighbourhood in Austin. 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 Lake Austin and Lady Bird Lake. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium or Moody Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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Austin, TX

What's nearby

  • Little Longhorn Saloon - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Northwest Recreation Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Beverly S. Sheffield Northwest District Park - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • McCallum Arts Center - 6 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Congregation Beth Israel - 6 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Highland Station - 9 min drive
  • Austin Station - 12 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pinthouse Pizza - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Torchy's Tacos - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪KHON Thai Kitchen by Seeda - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Brentwood Social House - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Amy's Ice Creams - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Perfect Retreat in Central Austin pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Perfect Retreat in Central Austin?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Perfect Retreat in Central Austin?

Check-in begins at 9:30 AM.

What time is check-out at The Perfect Retreat in Central Austin?

Checkout is at 5:00 PM.

Where is The Perfect Retreat in Central Austin located?

Located in North Central Austin, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin, University of Texas at Austin and Lake Austin. Hyde Park Theatre and Norris Conference Centers are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great!
Stayed 31 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Austin Oasis

This property is so tranquil and quiet! The privacy of being tucked back on the property and shaded by mature trees is a real slice of heaven. Very easy and peaceful. I could have moved in permanently! Everything about Barkis Bungalow is accurate. Very true to listing description. Toni is a delightful host. Very considerate. Stay here! It does not disappoint! 🙂
Stayed 25 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2022
Missy, it truly was wonderful having you here, I'm really looking forward to your return at some point or I'll come out to visit you! Barkis keeps wandering over to visit and is so bereft that you're not there...
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect home for Austin Intern

My daughter stayed at Toni’s for her 6 week OAG clerkship, and we were both thrilled with entire experience. Toni’s guest home is literally your home away from home. She even took my daughter to dinner for her 24th birthday since we couldn’t be there! Toni put some Tiny Pies ( an Austin icon) in her refrigerator so she had a birthday treat to come home to. My heart was full and I was so grateful for Toni’s kindness. Above and beyond doesn’t begin to describe Toni’s effort to help my daughter feel at home.
Stayed 35 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Fantastic Fantastic

Great location in the city but it is so quiet it feels like you're in the country. This is beautiful spot large yard with a creek. The bungalow is very comfortable and has everything you need. Toni the owner is great. Very friendly will help you with anything you need. This by far the best VRBO place I've stayed at.
Stayed 91 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2022
I cried when you left. Come back, Shane!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Allandale Property

This is such a beautiful bungalow on a property with lovely trees and paths. The cottage is pristine, with cheerful colors, efficient, clean, and well appointed. The small private gym attached and the screened in porch nearby made this perfect for a private, cozy, relaxed environment. Our host was congenial, informative, and attentive. We hope to have a longer stay on our next trip to Austin.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

What a great place!

This is a lovely house on a beautiful property, adjacent to the creek. Great indoor and outdoor spaces, a fully equipped gym. Toni, the owner, is a friendly and supporting person, who has made our long stay here so very pleasant.
Stayed 48 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A neat and comfortable cottage

This is a very clean and very comfortable place to relax quietly in between whatever exciting Austin activities you have planned. The cottage is attractive with modern amenities.The neighborhood is quiet and tree-lined which is perhaps a welcome break from Austin's many high energy activities and venues. There is a substantial damage deposit required but this is efficiently returned if you take reasonable care of the cottage and clean up after yourself. Communication with the property owner or her assistant is efficient and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you so much Tim, it was a pleasure having you stay here and you're welcome back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful cottage close to everything in Austin

Beautiful furnishings, Comfy bed, Great host, wonderful outdoor space - perfect for a fabulous weekend in Austin! We will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A breath of fresh air from a typical rental unit.

Area is great -- lots to do >> restaurants, amenities, etc. all really close and lots of choice. The home is clean, new, and situated on an amazing lot. Host is very welcoming and communicative. A great choice!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
It was absolutely wonderful to have Alastair here. He was a gentleman, interesting and fun to talk to, and we hung out a lot with a barbeque dinner and many conversations, very conscientious about keeping everything neat and clean. He’s welcome here anytime!
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