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East ATX Luxury Home + Saltwater Pool + Near Downtown + on Lady Bird Lake Trail

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A backyard with a hot tub, wooden deck, and outdoor seating area.
A kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, a stone accent wall, and a built-in oven.
A living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and built-in shelving.
A house with a stone facade, a pergola, and a garden with a water feature.
A spacious living room with a beige sofa, a glass coffee table, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Lady Bird Lake
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Austin, TX
  • Place, Lady Bird Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Rainey Street
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Sixth Street
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 5 - Playroom with Balcony

3 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Master Bathroom

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

Spaces

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

About this property

East ATX Luxury Home + Saltwater Pool + Near Downtown + on Lady Bird Lake Trail

Heated salt-water plunge pool. Porch swing, fire pit, people & bird watching directly on Lady Bird Lake hike & bike trail. 1 mile to Downtown/Rainey St. Walk to top foodie restaurants.

Enjoy the thoughtful, personal touches of our family home, including a well-stocked kitchen, 1929 Steinway grand, iconic art, fireplace, & gathering space we have intentionally curated for our own beloved creative community. Ideal for company off-sites.

Solar-powered w/ 13KW backup battery! 2 Gig GoogleFiber wifi.

Unlike most properties in this area, this is not a management company; Sarah is a devoted host who cares about you having an authentic Austin experience. Every personal detail and local suggestion is her way of welcoming you.

We welcome high-end bachelor and bachelorette groups who fully agree to our ethos of total respect for our home and our neighbors. This is not the house for a binge-drinking getaway. We enforce this policy to ensure our community remains a peaceful, welcoming place for everyone. In return, we promise to give you our utmost respect and excellent hospitality.

Unique Experiences Await!
As a multiple Austin Music Award-winning jazz singer and songwriter, Sarah is happy to help you book local musicians to play a private living room concert right here in the home. We personally host local legends regularly, and this unique experience is a fantastic way to celebrate a special occasion or simply enjoy Austin's legendary music scene.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:30 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
There is a plunge pool. It can be covered.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Only fingers on the piano. No food or drink on or near it. Limit outside noise for neighbors. No noise outside after 10pm. Wipe wood floor spills STAT
This is our family home. PLEASE CHOOSE A DIFFERENT LISTING if you're coming for a binge-drinking getaway. Ask before you tape anything to our walls.
Visitor passes for 2 cars to park directly in front of the house, not in front of the neighbors' houses. More parking across the street.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4745118
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

About the area

Austin

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Holly, a neighbourhood in Austin. Sixth Street and Rainey Street 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. Kayaking, power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Austin, TX

What's nearby

  • Lady Bird Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Huston Tillotson University - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Rainey Street - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Sixth Street - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Austin Convention Center - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Plaza Saltillo Station - 3 min drive
  • Austin Station - 16 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chalmers - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Flat Track Coffee - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Juan in a Million - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪1618 Asian Fusion - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does East ATX Luxury Home + Saltwater Pool + Near Downtown + on Lady Bird Lake Trail have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is East ATX Luxury Home + Saltwater Pool + Near Downtown + on Lady Bird Lake Trail pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at East ATX Luxury Home + Saltwater Pool + Near Downtown + on Lady Bird Lake Trail?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at East ATX Luxury Home + Saltwater Pool + Near Downtown + on Lady Bird Lake Trail?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at East ATX Luxury Home + Saltwater Pool + Near Downtown + on Lady Bird Lake Trail?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is East ATX Luxury Home + Saltwater Pool + Near Downtown + on Lady Bird Lake Trail located?

Located in Holly, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Lady Bird Lake and within 3 miles (5 km) of Sixth Street and University of Texas at Austin. Austin Convention Center and Texas State Capitol are also within 3 miles (5 km). Plaza Saltillo Station is 24 minutes by foot.

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. 25 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, near la Barbeque and Laundrette and awesome trails. Lots of rooms for our large group. Great hangout space. Wonderful comms with the owner, who helped get the fireplace fixed. 10/10.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jordan K.

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

Great experience!

Great host great house great experience! 5 stars all around!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct, 2023
Thank you! I'm delighted you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for taking the time to write a review and for being great guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brianna A.

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

Well kept and huge!

Great experience with lots of rooms and open space.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

katherine c.

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

Feels like home

This property is great! It is perfectly located just outside downtown and a short ride from the airport! The photos are very accurate and the house is very comfortable for a large group. The bedrooms were spacious and comfortable. The house is graciously stocked for families/large groups. The owner is extremely responsive prior to and throughout the the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept, 2023
Katherine, I am so happy your group had a great stay. I appreciate you taking the time to write a review. Thanks for helping to spread the good word!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ethan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sarah’s home is a gem!! Thoughtfully curated, well stocked, and beautiful! It was a great home base for our weekend in Austin, with great space to hang out inside and out. Unfortunately, we had a car break in just out front, but that had nothing to do with Sarah or her wonderful place, just a reality in today’s world!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dan D.

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

Christmas in Austin

What a wonderful stay. We filled the house and little studio with family and Sarah couldn't have been a better host. Decorated Christmas tree included! The place was perfect for our get together, right down to the piano. We baked and cooked and the place was comfortable and perfect for our stay. Family runs along the river, too. Thanks Sarah
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept, 2023
Dan, You were a delight to host. All my best to you and the family!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

Great, clean house and easily accommodated 8 of us

This is a very clean, organized, and nicely decorated house with a great layout to accommodate multiple people and/or couples. Communication with the host was excellent from start to finish and you'll find everything you need in a nicely organized binder once you arrive at the house. As for location, downtown was just a 2 mile uber ride away or there are a few eclectic (Austin vibe) neighborhood bars and restaurants within walking distance. We also enjoyed the direct accessibility to the trail around the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept, 2023
Thank you, Chris! I hope you come back. Best, Sarah
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

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

Exactly as is advertised!

Absolutely wonderful and responsive host with great amenities. The pool was actually heated (I’ve been to plenty of pools that say they’re heated, but still aren’t warm enough to enjoy during cold weather, but this one was). The house is a little old, so my only advice would be to have a plunger in at least one of the bathrooms 😅 everything was great overall!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept, 2023
We are so happy your girl's group enjoyed your stay. For potential guests reading this review, I want to clarify that the house was built 10 years ago and we don't usually have problems with the toilets.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ki j.

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

Austin getaway for 12

Our family of 12 visited Austin and stayed here. The kids had a great time with the distributed bedrooms. A cozy pool and spacious living area. The musical instruments were an add on given our kids were well versed with all types. Location was very convenient to capital, univ etc.Some possible improvements we felt are keeping the pool clean more frequently and providing better curtains to the upstrairs bathroom adjacent to the neighbors window.Overall the stay was great. The pictures in the frontyard came out great !
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Todd C.

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

Great place to stay!

Awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

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

Thanks!

Great stay in Austin! Sarah was wonderful to work with! Will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caroline K.

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

Great stay in a beautiful home!

Sarah’s place was amazing! It fit our group perfectly and location was close to lots of good spots and easy to get around. Check in and check out process was easy and she let us keep bags inside after checkout. The addition of the plunge pool was such a treat for us to cool off in the Austin heat. The owner did stay on property in the backyard garage apartment which wasn’t expected, we saw her twice but wasn’t an issue.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

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

Great stay! Beautiful home

What a beautiful home! Host was communicative and the listing was exactly as described
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karrie R.

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

Great Austin East Retreat!

We rented this lovely home for our son’s UT graduation weekend, the home was lovely we were so comfortable, location was great and Sarah was a wonderful host!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan G.

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

Awesome experience!

Sarah was a fantastic host. She was very prompt when answering messages. The house is absolutely perfect with lots of space, very comfortable beds, great entertainment space and is located only a few miles from downtown. I would stay here again! Thanks, Sarah!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

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

Thanksgiving

The property was excellent. Owner was available all the time. Will stay again..Fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Drew L.

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

Lovely Austin Home

Great house in Austin that was close to everything. We had 9 people in our group and we were very comfortable. The house is beautiful and the newly renovated front yard is awesome! Sarah is a wonderful host and was very helpful with anything we needed. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darrell H.

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

Full of Surprises

We had a wonderful stay and communication with Sarah was easy and clear. To start Sarah was able to a accommodate a early check in for our group and when we arrived we were surprised with how beautiful the property was! There was several great things included in the home that weren’t listed in the description but I won’t spoil the surprise for the next visitors. All I will say is you won’t be disappointed just book!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept, 2023
Darrell, Thank you for taking the time to write a review. I need to update the photoa on this listing. :) Now that my boyfriend (who is a builder) has moved in, we're constantly updating. I hope you come back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

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

Would definitely stay here again

My whole family loved it . Yes I recommend it .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tamara J.

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

Cottage style home close to downtown

Property Manager is a excellent communicator. Very detailed orientated. Property location worked for me quiet and close to downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

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

Awesome house in a great location!

The house was clean and ready on time and the host was very friendly. Thanks Sarah!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

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

A wonderful home in a great location

Our group of 10 loved our stay here! Great location, clean house, plenty of space, and the property manager was so kind. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

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

Perfect house for a gals reunion!

The place was perfect and exactly as described! Super quick Uber/Lyft rides to downtown and a few cute restaurants within walking distance. Also the fridge was stocked with a few snacks and drinks when we got there, which was a plus. Would totally stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept, 2023
Emily, Y'all were great guests! Thank you again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

Beautiful house and fabulous location!

My group of 12 was extremely happy and comfortable in this beautiful house! The location was ideal and there were great restaurants within walking distance, as well as easy parking around the house. Sarah was the best host we could have asked for in Austin! She offered to help us book paddle boarding, allowed us to check in early and check out late, and left us a welcome basket with wine and snacks! She truly thought of everything to make this a great stay for us and was always available via text if I had any questions. I had a great experience all around and highly recommend this house!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Stacy H.

Clean, spacious, comfortable. The host was very accommodating and had everything we needed!

This house was perfect for our girls weekend. We had plenty of space for 10 people and felt at home right away. The porch swing was awesome and nice to be right on the trail! We were able to walk a few place and loved the location. Thank you for a great house and glad we made new memories there : )
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

About the host

Hosted by Sarah Sharp

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Long-time Austin musician & 6th generation Texan in love w/ a former UT swim captain/builder who is continually updating & improving our home.

My band plays the early show at Elephant Room every Thursday. Jazz, Americana + Singer/Songwriter, in the vein of Norah Jones.

We care about creating a space that is peaceful, inviting, & inspiring for our guests and our own family and community. Our friends and creative community tends to gather here .We also care deeply about our guests being VERY considerate of our neighbors.

Why they chose this property

Location, location, location. I am an enthusiastic local guide, especially for live music, as I've been a member of the music community for many years. Our block is a dead end, surrounded by the park and the lake. very quiet at night. The trial out front is a 10-mile loop. Between our house and the lake is only park land with baseball fields. In the winter when the trees are bare, we have panoramic views of the water.

The neighborhood overflows with exciting new foodie restaurants, bars, and some of the best food trailers in Austin. Walk 1 mile to the Rainey Street district.

This is a very spacious family home with a lot of love and good energy. You'll know we live there, but not be overwhelmed by clutter or our belongings.

The plunge pool can be heated up to 100 degrees! We do not want to charge an additional fee to heat it, but might need to, depending on the outside temperature and the water temp you desire. E.g. If you want it at 100 in the dead of winter, we'll need to charge a pool heating fee.

We are mostly solar powered + 13 KW of backup batteries to buy time, bridge the gap if our grid goes down. Gas heater.

What makes this property unique

My front porch swing is my spiritual center. I love to listen to the countless species of birds announce themselves one by one as they wake up in the morning and to watch runners, cyclists, etc. go by on the trail from the swing. There is a lovely evening breeze off the lake most nights and excellent shade from the Pecan tree.

Kids, will love the playroom, x box, spiderweb swing and porch swing.

Time Out recently published a list of the 50 coolest neighborhoods IN THE WORLD and they put us - Holly, Austin as #24.

Getting around is easy. We are a very inexpensive Uber, Lyft to downtown, SOCO, Barton Springs, etc. There are plenty of scooters and bikes to rent in our neighborhood as well.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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