Charming Apartment In Central Austin

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Austin, TX

University of Texas at Austin16 min walk
Moody Center4 min drive
Sixth Street5 min drive
Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)18 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Centrally located charming one bedroom / one bath apartment nestled in the heart of one of Austin's most treasured neighborhoods -- historic Aldridge Place. This apartment was built in the 1930's behind the original home from 1925. Fully updated with full kitchen, and full bath.

Enjoy the central location of this 650 square foot guesthouse that sleeps 2 (Queen). Has a full-size pullout couch in the living room for children or 1 adult. Located 5 houses from "The Drag" (Guadalupe Street) and only a few minutes walk to numerous restaurants, grocery stores, University of Texas, and Central Market organic grocery & park. We are located less than a mile from the hospital district (Austin Heart, Seton, St. David’s, University Medical/Brackenridge, and Dell Children’s). We are less than 2 miles from the State Capital and Downtown. Slightly over 4 miles to Zilker Park where Barton Springs and all of the major festivals occur. This quaint apartment has kept it's historic charm while adding modern comforts of carpet, free wi-fi, Netflix, & HD TV.

Located on public bus routes and free University of Texas Shuttle route.

No parties please. We regret that smoking is not permitted indoors.

Property manager

Mark Feist

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Amenities

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 20 lb per pet (limit one pet total)

Mature and house broken pets. Fee applied

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

The full-size sleeper-sofa will fit one adult or 2 small children with families.

Travelers who bring pets without a prior agreement will lose the security deposit.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Austin

Located on a lake, this guesthouse is in North University, a neighbourhood in Austin. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Austin and Lady Bird Lake, while Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum and Moody Theater are cultural highlights. 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 waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.

Austin, TX

What's nearby

University of Texas at Austin - 16 min walk
Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium - 4 min drive
Moody Center - 4 min drive
Sixth Street - 5 min drive
Texas State Capitol - 7 min drive

Getting around

Zilker Zephyr Station - 9 min drive
Austin Station - 11 min drive
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

Cabo Bob's Burritos - 13 min walk
Starbucks - 6 min walk
P. Terry's Burger Stand #2 - 12 min walk
Black's BBQ - 6 min walk
Cheba Hut Toasted Subs - 7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Apartment In Central Austin pet-friendly?

Yes, Charming Apartment In Central Austin allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Charming Apartment In Central Austin?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Apartment In Central Austin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Apartment In Central Austin located?

Located in North University, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin and University of Texas at Austin. Sixth Street and Austin Convention Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

7 Nov 2019

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

Perfect for Austin

This is a very well-equipped, perfectly located, relaxed property that feels like home as soon as you enter it.

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

15 Mar 2023

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

Mom's visit to Austin

I have talked to my mother and my sister and they have both thoroughly enjoyed their stay at this property! Mark has been an absolute top-notch host. We will definitely plan to stay here once again on our next visit!! Thanks so much for everything!!!

Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monika P.

15 Dec 2021

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

Perfect home away from home

I loved my stay at this place! Perfect location and super cozy! Plus, Mark has thought of everything a person could possibly need. The kitchen is well stocked. You can find every cleaning supply necessary. Even beach towels are there! A laundromat is walking distance. The apartment is drenched in sunlight and quiet. And Mark was super accommodating for the entire duration of my stay, often checking in with me and making sure I didn't need anything. I will definitely stay there again! Thank you for providing me with a perfect home away from home!

Stayed 63 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn B.

8 Oct 2021

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

A peaceful treehouse/retreat!

This is by far the nicest VRBO experience I've ever had, and Mark is a super host who goes many extra miles; I do hope I can come back sometime! The place was completely comfortable in hot, sticky summer weather. I especially appreciated having a well-equipped kitchen so I could cook myself meals. Bathroom, bedroom all peaceful, comfortable, well-equipped. A delightful place!

Stayed 31 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

28 Dec 2020

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

We loved our charming central home.

We had such a great experience staying at Mark’s apartment. This listing is for the upstairs portion, which I thought would be a detractor, but ended up being fantastic. Something pleasant about walking up the almost treehouse-like staircase into your secluded pad above street level. Anyways, many positives here: 1) Location As second-time Austinites we wanted to see a new area (last time was near South Lamar). This central area ended up being perfect in so many respects. First, the neighborhood itself is wonderful. Many beautiful homes, tons of charm and lots of sidewalks and grassy park areas fit for a dog or picnic. It is also walkable to a ton of great restaurants and hip spots (co-op, coffee, outdoor beer hall, juiceland). Driving to Zilker Park was ~10 min which we tried to do nearly every day. And you’re also 15-20 min each way to either south Austin or north (domain). 2) The host Mark is a sweet guy. He was communicative from the start and welcomed us with a friendly phone call on our way in. He also made great local recommendations and offered assistance with anything that we needed. You can tell he cares. 3) Comfort The memory foam mattress is very comfortable, and the place has a cozy feel to it. It has all the essentials, and Roku TV was a nice touch. Mind you the kitchen is quaint so we weren’t cooking any extravagant meals. So much takeout nearby though. Also want to mention the hot water in the shower is solid. Like very good. There are a few things that could be updated, but I’m sure Mark’s aware. And to be fair the furniture is a little more dated, but it fits the space. That said, my partner and I both telecommuted for our month stay, and it worked just fine. All in all a great stay, and we would love to come back soon. Thanks again Mark!

About the host

Hosted by Mark Feist

The property owner has lived all over the world. He enjoys people of every color and ethnicity. He settled in Austin 18 years ago and knows the city very well. He has been known to have a glass of wine and share his local knowledge on occasion.

Why they chose this property

This property is in Aldridge Place between the university and Hyde Park. It was Austin's first planned development with many of the homes designated as historic. One of the most notable features is Adams / Hemphill Park that runs through it's center. The history of Adams-Hemphill Park dates to 1912, when Lewis Hancock (1856-1920) donated more than two acres along Hemphill Creek for use as a park. Hancock, who served as mayor of Austin from 1895-1897, was an influential figure at the turn of the twentieth century. Developer of the Austin Country Club and the namesake of Hancock Center, Lewis Hancock donated the land for Hemphill Park when he began selling tracts of land in the Aldridge Place neighborhood in 1912.

What makes this property unique

The apartment has been restored to it's original state other than the addition of new carpet, electricity, and plumbing. It has all the original built ins, windows, kitchen and bath tile. This neighborhood enclave is unique in Austin and a pleasure to explore while strolling the park.

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