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Austin Hilltop Bungalow: Family-Friendly Retreat

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Smart TV, offices
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV, offices

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Austin, TX
  • Place, Ascension Seton Northwest
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Hills Country Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Arboretum at Great Hills Mall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire place to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Austin Hilltop Bungalow: Family-Friendly Retreat

Summary:

Discover a stylish guesthouse in Austin's desirable Great Hills neighborhood! This modern brick cottage offers easy access to the Arboretum's dining and shopping, and is just a short drive from The Domain. Enjoy a safe, family-friendly environment with nearby parks and hiking trails. Perfect for a relaxing getaway!



The Space:

This charming guesthouse offers a comfortable and stylish living space. The main bedroom features a queen-size bed, providing a restful retreat. The second bedroom, a cozy office space, includes a twin bed. The living area is spacious and inviting, with a sectional sofa and an air mattress for additional sleeping arrangements. The home boasts high ceilings, a fully equipped kitchen with quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances, and a full bathroom with a washer and dryer. Throughout the house, you'll find elegant touches like sliding barn doors and solid wood doors.



Guest Access:

Guests will have access to the entire guesthouse, including two bedrooms, a full bathroom, a living room, a small bedroom area, the kitchen, and the side yard. Guests can utilize the designated parking space on the right side of the garage.



The Neighborhood:

The guesthouse is located in the Great Hills neighborhood, a tranquil area close to several large parks. This area attracts a diverse population, including many professionals working for the tech companies that have established a presence in Austin. While offering a peaceful retreat from the city's hustle and bustle, the neighborhood provides easy access to major roads like US-183 and Loop 360. You'll find convenient shopping at the Arboretum and Great Hills Market, open-air centers with well-known retailers such as Trader Joe’s and Pottery Barn. For luxury shopping, The Domain is just a short drive away, offering high-end stores like Neiman Marcus and Louis Vuitton.



Getting Around:

Getting around is easiest with a car, as the property is located in a scenic, hilly area of Austin. While public transportation options may be available, having a vehicle provides the most flexibility for exploring the city and surrounding areas. Free parking is available on the street and in the garage. The address is 5603 Barker Ridge Dr, Austin, TX 78759, USA.



Interaction with Guests:

Although we live across the courtyard, we're usually pretty busy ourselves, so we unfortunately don't get to hang with our guests much! Let us know if you need anything at all!
During your stay at this guesthouse, you'll be within walking distance of Arboretum at Great Hills Mall. Laundry facilities are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 13 minutes by car from University of Texas at Austin and 15 minutes from Sixth Street
As a guest of this guesthouse, you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Austin guesthouse is smoke free.


Property amenities

Activities nearby

  • Cycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Supplies: We provide an initial supply of essentials such as paper towels, toilet paper, dish detergent, soap, and similar items to get you started...

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Brand New Adorable Arboretum 2 bed bungalow
Brand New Adorable Arboretum bungalow Austin
Brand New Adorable Arboretum bungalow Private vacation home
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Austin Hilltop Bungalow: Family-Friendly Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exactly as advertised

It was a holiday so of course the airline changed our flights & we were coming in several hours earlier than expected. I let the host know & he immediately responded & said it was no problem we could come straight to the place even though it was quite a few hours before check-in. We walked in the door and it looked just like the pictures. It was so adorable and so clean. The neighborhood is quiet & beautiful. There were plenty of extra towels/bedding/pillows. It was not as close to my daughter’s apartment as I would have preferred but hopefully we will be able to stay here on our next visit anyway. Thank you for making our holiday trip even better with a perfect place to call home for a few days. Happy Holidays!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

See you next year!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chuck P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bringing in 40 the best way

Celebrated my 40th birthday with some friends and we enjoyed the awesome food scene of Austin and it was great to come back to a modernized and contemporary place vs a hotel room. Loved the amenities and especially the shower. As a construction guy I appreciate the detail that went into making this place modern looking and still having an “at home” vibe. Definitely would recommend! Check-in process was easy and the manager communicated clearly the whole way so there were literally no questions when we arrived. Great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Whitney V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perf for small family

Quick Austin visit focusing on The Domain area. This rental unit was perfectly located! Love the quiet quaint neighborhood. Easy to navigate and away from noise and traffic. Perfectly sized unit for my small family: myself, spouse, toddler. Great amenities and comfy sleeping and lounging arrangements. Fast replies from any customer service question. Recommended! Will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

William E.

NIce place to stay, great location

Nice place to stay. Kitchen, particularly refrigerator, could have been much cleaner.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

RYAN H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location! Quiet neighborhood!

The home is located in one of the prettiest parts of the Great Hills neighborhood, and just a few minutes from the Domain area where we needed to be! Host was very responsive and made check out and check in a very quick and easy experience. They don’t charge ridiculous cleaning fees like some properties do. Thank you Mark! Your property is wonderful. We will be staying there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Best

Great place--will book again next year FOR SURE. Mark was a super host.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Madison L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect spot for small families

We absolutely loved our time in this little guest house! The neighborhood is wonderful, quiet, with down-the-street access to an amazing trail system and parks for kids. The house is relatively new, great appliances, space, and even a private little yard. And just a few min from lots of restaurants, groceries, and freeway access.
Stayed 30 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gwen W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Host Mark was very accommodating. Guest

Host Mark was very accommodating. Guest home clean and updated. You have your privacy. Close to restaurants and shops. We would highly recommend. Thanks Mark for everything.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth g.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely little vacation rental

We really enjoyed our stay at this little bungalow. The place and location were quiet and family and pet friendly. The owner was quick to respond to our technical issues. We would recommend this rental to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phillip B., Pampa, TX

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Home

This is a very beautiful new home. It's a guest house but is amazing. New furniture and appliances. Home owner is very easy to contact and allows guest use of the backyard while there. Home is also in a really nice neighborhood. I would definitely recommend anyone to stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness

This place is excellent and I will stay there again!!

Everything went great and the property was outstanding…maybe add a hair-dryer and an ironing board & some hangers, but everything else is there.Great stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021