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Zilker Park, Town lake, and Barton Springs pool

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A rustic cabin surrounded by trees, a small garden with a stone path, and outdoor seating.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a dresser, a mirror, a window with a view of trees, and a potted plant.
A wooden fence with climbing plants, a brown garage door, and a brick pathway.
A dining area with a round table, two chairs, a potted plant, a window with blinds, and framed artwork on the walls.
A garden area with a stone border, various plants, and trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Zilker Park
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Austin, TX
  • Place, Zilker Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Zilker Botanical Garden
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Barton Springs Pool
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

second bedroom

1 Double Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom and Vanity

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Zilker Park, Town lake, and Barton Springs pool

Centrally located. Close to the downtown live music scene, and shopping. With 2 bedrooms including a king bed, and a full/twin bunk bed, fresh clean sheets, a well-equipped bathroom, plenty of towels, and essential amenities like Coffee, WiFi, and a washing machine, guests will feel right at home. Private access to the Barton creek greenbelt, and trail. Hike or bike to Zilker Park, Town lake, Barton Springs pool, and the downtown area. The back yard is well landscaped, and lit at night.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Absolutely no smoking in the house.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4119593vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Austin

Barton Hills, a neighbourhood in Austin, is home to this holiday home. Austin City Limits and Moody Theater are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Moody Center or Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium.
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What's nearby

  • Campbell's Hole - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Zilker Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Zilker Botanical Garden - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Barton Springs Pool - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Beverly S. Sheffield Zilker Hillside Theater - 6 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Austin Station - 8 min drive
  • Downtown Station - 14 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Matt's El Rancho - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sarku Japan - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Loro Asian Smokehouse & Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Zilker Park, Town lake, and Barton Springs pool pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Zilker Park, Town lake, and Barton Springs pool?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Zilker Park, Town lake, and Barton Springs pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Zilker Park, Town lake, and Barton Springs pool?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Zilker Park, Town lake, and Barton Springs pool located?

Located in Barton Hills, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Barton Springs Pool, Sixth Street and Lady Bird Lake. Zilker Park is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Carlton was an awesome host. We enjoyed the deck and having access to the trail. It was well equipped and loved the star touches.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teresa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time during our stay here! The place was clean and had all the amenities we needed. The owners are easily available and very accommodating. We will stay here when we return to Austin!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

veronica r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was one of my favorites. It was impeccably clean. There were so many towels and basic items that were so thoughtfully planned out. The yard was our favorite and spending time with the owner Carlton and his pup Midas was such a treat. There is a walking trail that can get you to Zilker and the springs as well as a great restaurant and store a 4 min walk away.Highly recommend this spot for your time in Austin.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay and it’s a great location. Will stay again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

carlos r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay while visiting Austin. Close to all kinds of shopping, events and restaurants.There were many details of comfort that made this stay wonderful. Carlton has taken great care to provide a good experience for his guests.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margaret S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our 3 night, 4 day stay at this short-term rental in Austin. The photos and listing information are accurate. We also love that the owners have created a place that not only has everything a guest might need, but also feels homey, comfortable and relaxing both inside and the back yard. The location is great. Not only near many activities but you can also walk out the back yard to a lovely trail for walking or biking. This would be convenient for pet owners as well. Communication with the owner was easy and relaxed. His attention to detail is obvious in everything about the property. We definitely will stay here again the next time we are in Austin!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful yard and home. Furniture and beds are very comfortable. Pillows are firm, so bring your own if you prefer softer. Backyard is very pretty, shaded, tons of plants and backs up to a nice walking trail. Kitchen has keurig and standard coffee pots. Plenty of dishes/cups. Full washer/dryer available. And the host doesn’t ask for you to do any chores before checking out!Taco Deli and a little convenience store are at end of the street. Very quiet area.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, had everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super comfortable and clean property. Everything we needed and then some. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katrina V.

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

Great area and space

Really enjoyed our stay, the amenities were great and appreciated the thoughtfulness put into the space to make it comfortable and feel like home!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Perfect location near everything

Perfect location for our family weekend. Love walking over to TacoDeli and the market as well as being right in the Zilker park trail. Enjoyed the coffee service and loads of towels and pillows. Would stay there again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark N.

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

Extremely convenient

Carlton was very responsive and the property is located centrally making it easy to get around the Austin area.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Minnie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
1,000/10 stay! When I say this was by far our best rental experience, I mean BY A MILE. Carlton is quite possibly the most hospitable, kind, thoughtful, and laid back host you will ever encounter. The house is cozy, clean, and abundantly equipped with anything and everything you will need for your stay. The furniture is comfortable, beds and bedding were perfect, and the backyard space can not be beat! Steps from the trailhead and an easy walk to Barton Springs Pool and Zilker Park. Tons of extra pillows, blankets, and towels if you need them. Every detail was thought of!I had to come to town for surgery and, upon mentioning it in a message, Carlton took the initiative to have a rolling bed tray waiting for me when I arrived. That small gesture meant the world to me and was simply just business as usual for Carlton. This speaks volumes about the level of character and kindness you will encounter if you choose to become a guest of his. We never had to worry about everyday supplies as they were all readily provided and available. There were no insane checkout duties or rules. We were just allowed to come and relax and enjoy our stay. It was wonderful! The property is super dog friendly and I’m sad we decided not to bring ours at the last minute because I know they would’ve had a blast staying there and sniffing around the oasis in the backyard. We will definitely be hitting up Carlton for all of our future ATX visits!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexis M.

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

Wonderful!!

Would definitely stay here again. Carlton was great to deal with. The bed was super comfortable. Tacodeli across the street is fantastic! Very clean and all basics were there. The backyard is quiet and a great place to hang out. Good neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher Y.

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

Beautiful garden close to everything

We loved our stay! The property is just the right amount of everything for our family of 4! Beautiful backyard garden with fire pit! The backyard leads to the barton creek greenbelt trail. Amazing views!!! Only a mile walk to the Barton springs pool! We will definitely be staying here again! Wonderful and friendly hosts!! Don't forget to visit Tacodeli and Rosie's.On your way out, they are also amazingand a very close walk.!!! 10 out of 10 would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Krista R.

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

Peaceful and comfortable

This property was wonderful! It was comfortable with all of the amenities of home... simple things like coffee pods and sweetener, dish detergent, and even Q-tips, are already there to get you started. The backyard is just lovely, and we enjoyed walking right on to the Barton Creek trail each day. Breakfast tacos from Tacodeli across the street were a bonus! The Manager was fantastic and communicated everything to me and also answered my questions quickly. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

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

Best VRBO experience ever!

This duplex is spacious, clean, pets are welcome. They have the most comfortable beds, both kinds of coffee makers, dishes, knives, silverware, a huge bathroom! Very kind owners who put that special touch! Not to mention the gorgeous backyard that leads to the trails! A mile down the trail to the Barton springs pool. I will be staying here my next trip to Austin. Truly my highest recommendation!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

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

Austin retreat

We were extremely happy and comfortable during our stay to visit the grands. Everything was well thought out for guests including kitchen essentials such as coffee set up, laundry essentials, and plenty of bath towels and bathroom items like q-tips, soap and cotton balls. The bed linens were comfortable and the Lovesac was a welcome surprise. The backyard was an oasis for coffee or a glass of wine. The trail beyond the yard was perfect for hiking with the kiddos. Having a lovely market just a brief walk away was perfect to grab some ice cream treats. The Tacodeli next to the market was a bonus—with giftcard provided—and was great for breakfast tacos. Our host was very gracious and Midas, our four-legged neighbor was very friendly. We are looking forward to our next visit and hoping to use the firepit and fireplace. Comfort is key when traveling and we felt like home.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2025
Thank you Mary. Thank you for such a wonderful review. And thank you for leaving the place in such great condition. After 8 nights, it hardly looked like anybody had even been there. Ten stars for you. Please come back on your next family visit. Carlton
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

joe f.

Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Phillip M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

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