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3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Explore the area
Austin, TX
The Vortex
Place, The Vortex
3 min walk
Moody Center
Place, Moody Center
15 min walk
University of Texas at Austin
Place, University of Texas at Austin
2 min drive
Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
14 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Bonus Room
1 Double Sofa Bed
Primary Bedroom
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Ensuite Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Ensuite Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Ensuite Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Half Bathroom
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Modern Home + Firepit + Balcony + Near East Austin | Chestnut Ember by AvantStay
Welcome to Chestnut Ember, a bright, open-concept Austin home designed for gathering, celebrating, and slowing down after a day in the city. Just minutes from the energy of East Austin and a quick drive to downtown, this is where modern comfort meets effortless indoor-outdoor living.
Step inside and you’re greeted by natural light, warm wood tones, and an airy layout that keeps everyone connected. The open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area creates an easy flow—perfect for morning coffee at the island, shared meals around the indoor dining table for six, or winding down on the sofa after a night out.
The full kitchen comes stocked with all the essentials, making everything from quick breakfasts to full group dinners simple and enjoyable. Whether you’re prepping tacos before heading to Rainey Street or hosting a relaxed dinner in, you’ll have the space and tools to do it comfortably.
Outdoors, Austin living takes center stage. Fire up the BBQ for an evening cookout, gather around the fire pit with seating for five, or enjoy al fresco dinners at the outdoor table for six under the Texas sky. The private balcony offers a quiet perch for sunset drinks or a slow morning before exploring the city.
Upstairs, each bedroom is designed with comfort and privacy in mind. The primary suite features a king bed, ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower and soaking tub, and space to fully unwind. Bedroom two offers a queen bed and its own ensuite with a walk-in shower, while bedroom three includes two twin beds and a private ensuite—ideal for friends or younger guests. A bonus room with a sleeper sofa adds flexibility, bringing total occupancy to eight with ease.
With three full bathrooms, an additional half-bath, open living spaces, and inviting outdoor areas, the layout balances connection and privacy beautifully.
Whether you’re in town for festivals, food tours, UT events, or simply a long weekend of tacos and live music, Chestnut Ember places you close to the action while giving you a comfortable, design-forward home to return to at the end of the night.
AvantStay provides a personalized hospitality experience to elevate your stay. With our Concierge Service, guests have access to our tech-enabled services like fridge stocking, private chefs, massages, transportation, special occasion celebrations, baby gear rentals, ski gear, beach gear, and more.
There are so many reasons to love Austin and its incredible barbecue is just one. The live music capital of the world, Austin has a thriving art scene and a party culture to match. Its crown jewel, Lake Travis, is lined with lively bars, restaurants, golf, and parks. Spend your days on the lake's crystal clear waters, bar hopping on Sixth Street, and shopping down South Congress Ave. Locals and visitors love to “keep Austin weird,” which is reason enough to travel to this quirky city.
Local Attractions: Zilker Park, Franklin’s BBQ, South Congress Street, Quack’s 43rd Street Bakery, Texas Capitol, Lake Travis, Austin Beerworks, Rainey Street, North Austin Medical Center, True Food.
Home Truths: - Unfortunately, pets are not allowed in this home. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval there is a fine of $500 per pet.
Parking Details: - Please make sure you park only in the designated property parking locations. If your home offers street parking, please make sure you read all posted signage.
This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.
As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.
Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.
There is nothing more important to us at AvantStay than the health, safety, and experience of our guests & staff. We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols and are taking extra care to disinfect all surfaces between reservations with hospital-grade disinfecting solutions.
As a reminder, we do work with 3rd party vendors to maintain the property, and although we adhere to the strictest CDC guidelines and advise all contractors to wear PPE equipment, we can not always enforce. We strongly advise guests to please deny access if any vendors fail to meet and adhere to these standards.
IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 28 days require a security deposit.
We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.
STR Permit Number: OL 2025 101921
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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
Austin is home to this holiday home. 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 Lake Austin. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Moody Center or Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium.
University of Texas at Austin - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
Getting around
Martin Luther King Jr Station - 14 min walk
Austin Station - 17 min drive
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 16 min drive
Restaurants
Sour Duck Market - 8 min walk
Houndstooth Coffee - 12 min walk
Santa Catarina - 13 min walk
Nixta Taqueria - 14 min walk
Casa De Luz Este - 6 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Modern Home + Firepit + Balcony + Near East Austin | Chestnut Ember by AvantStay pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Modern Home + Firepit + Balcony + Near East Austin | Chestnut Ember by AvantStay?
As of 10 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Modern Home + Firepit + Balcony + Near East Austin | Chestnut Ember by AvantStay on 15 Sept, 2026 start from S$647, 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.
How much is parking at Modern Home + Firepit + Balcony + Near East Austin | Chestnut Ember by AvantStay?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Modern Home + Firepit + Balcony + Near East Austin | Chestnut Ember by AvantStay?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Modern Home + Firepit + Balcony + Near East Austin | Chestnut Ember by AvantStay?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Modern Home + Firepit + Balcony + Near East Austin | Chestnut Ember by AvantStay located?
Situated in Austin, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of The Vortex, University of Texas at Austin, and Moody Center. Sixth Street is 2.3 mi (3.6 km) away. Martin Luther King Jr Station is 14 minutes by foot.
Reviews
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The house is great. It’s very clean and well stocked. The location was perfect to get to UT and local restaurants and bars.
Michael C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May, 2026
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback! We're thrilled to hear the home felt clean and well-stocked, and that the location was a perfect fit for exploring UT, the local restaurants, and the bar scene. It sounds like you had everything you needed for a great Austin experience. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back the next time you're in town!
The location was perfect for weekend of UT softball. House was easy to love, plenty of space, beautifully maintained and decorated with plenty of areas to gather.
Lisa M.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 May, 2026
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback! We're so glad the location worked perfectly for your UT softball weekend — what a fun reason to visit. It's wonderful to hear that the home felt easy to love, with plenty of space and gathering areas to enjoy together. We put a lot of care into the upkeep and design, so your kind words truly mean a lot. We'd love to welcome you back for the next big game!
The property was actually better than described. Home was clean, well stocked with all the required basics (coffee-spices-& cooking utensils), and probably the nicest VRBO we have ever rented. All the beds were super comfortable, and the house was just easy to hang out in with an awesome outdoor area to barbecue and relax. Tons of great restaurants & bars close by so it was such a convenient place to stay.The property manager (AvantStay) was easy to get ahold of and made the check in & check out process seamless.
William Y.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr, 2026
Thank you for such an incredible review! We’re thrilled to hear the home exceeded your expectations and that you found it clean, comfortable, and well-stocked for your stay. It’s great to know the outdoor space and location added to your experience as well.
We also truly appreciate your kind words about our team—we’re glad everything from check-in to check-out was seamless. We’d love to host you again anytime!
We appreciated this s beautiful, clean, open and spacious home, and 3 en-suite bedrooms and a half bath, and the comfortable linens, towels and comforters. We were grateful for the filtered water and ice and having a full size kitchen with plenty of options for making coffee. The beautiful weather prompted us to eat breakfast on the deck. As a family who loves games, we were happy to spend free time playing Scrabble and watching football.
Michael K.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Nov, 2025
Thank you for the review. We’re glad the home’s cleanliness, open layout, and en-suite bedrooms worked well for your family. It’s great the linens, towels, filtered water and ice, and full kitchen met your needs, and that you enjoyed breakfast on the deck and game time with Scrabble and football. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d welcome the chance to have you back.
The house is beautiful with hardwood floors and tile - no carpet. The location is great, it is very close to DKR and many great restaurants. There were extra paper towels, toilet paper and trash bags which we really appreciated.
Adam S.
Stayed 25 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug, 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We're glad you enjoyed the beautiful home and convenient location near DKR and great dining options. It's great to hear the extra supplies were helpful. We'd be happy to host you again!
Our family had a very nice stay at this property. It has everything that we needed to feel at home in Austin. The house is super clean! The neighborhood has a lot of great restaurants within walking distance, and is close to all the places we wanted to explore. The street in front is a bit busier than we were hoping, but it was ok. We had fun hanging out on the back porch in the mornings and evenings.
Rachel M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2025
Thank you for the kind review! We're so glad your family felt at home and enjoyed the clean space, great location, and relaxing porch time. Appreciate the note about the street—we’re glad it didn’t impact your stay. Hope to host you again in Austin soon!
I was excited to have found this beautiful home for rent for my first trip to Austin. The home was aptly decorated with fun western accessories without looking too kitschy. The location was perfect- walking distance to some delicious restaurants or a quick ride in a Lyft. As others have mentioned, the front faces a somewhat busy street (mostly cars passing and a little construction) but we mostly sat on the back on the deck and listened to the birds chitter and the crickets sing into the night. The outdoor ceiling fan over the back deck was nice to move the air around.My husband and I shared the master downstairs. I will be dreaming about that huge marble bathroom and amazing claw-foot soaking tub for a while. The water pressure was perfect and we never ran out of hot water. The double sinks and large walk-in closet were also perfection!My best friend had the whole upstairs to herself. We did not use the room with the twin beds but the other two beds (the queen upstairs and our master bed) were extremely comfortable. We did not need much from the host but communication was fast when we did reach out with a question. We did not take advantage of the grocery delivery service option but it was nice to know that we could have arrived to a full fridge. The kitchen was well stocked with cooking accouterments and some spices and we loved the high ceilings and tin backsplash. All in all, it was an absolutely delightful place for a much needed vacation week.
Jennifer W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul, 2025
Thank you so much for the lovely and thoughtful review! We're thrilled to hear that your first trip to Austin was such a great experience and that the home provided the perfect setting for your vacation. From the back deck to the claw-foot tub and well-stocked kitchen, it sounds like you truly made the most of your stay. We're glad you found everything comfortable and convenient, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime!