10/10 Excellent
Jordan K.
2 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience!
Jordan K.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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East ATX Luxury Home + Saltwater Pool Near Rainey & Downtown + on Lake Trail
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12246.2 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Austin, TX
- Lady Bird Lake10 min walk
- Austin Convention Center3 min drive
- Sixth Street4 min drive
- Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)11 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
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
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 4
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
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 Rainey & Downtown + on Lake Trail
Heated salt-water plunge pool. Front porch swing, fire pit, people & bird watching directly facing Lady Bird Lake hike & bike trail. 1 mile to Downtown/Rainey St. district. Top East Austin foodie restaurants within walking distance.
Unlike most of the comparable homes in our area, we are not a property management company & we operate legally. Every personal touch, local suggestion, item in your welcome basket, extra towel, flexible check-in/out accommodation, passed along beverage, & pantry item is because we care about you having an AUTHENTIC Austin experience and we are HUMANS with empathy, compassion, and excellent taste.
High-end Bachelor/Bachelorette groups are welcome if every member of your group fully agrees to our ethos of total respect for our home & making zero to no impact on our neighbors. This is NOT the house to book for a binge-drinking getaway. THIS IS A MUST. We will give you equal respect and more.
Enjoy the thoughtful, personal touches of our family home, including a well-stocked kitchen, 1929 Steinway grand, iconic art, & a gathering space we have intentionally created as a regular gathering place for our own beloved creative community.
Sarah is a multiple Austin Music Award-winning singer and songwriter. She is happy to help you book local musicians to play a private living room concert. We personally host local legends regularly.
Garage loft is a separate rental, but can be added for an additional fee. I have another listing that combines the main house and back apartment.
Our home is solar-powered w/ 13KW backup battery to buy time if the grid is down.
Unlike most of the comparable homes in our area, we are not a property management company & we operate legally. Every personal touch, local suggestion, item in your welcome basket, extra towel, flexible check-in/out accommodation, passed along beverage, & pantry item is because we care about you having an AUTHENTIC Austin experience and we are HUMANS with empathy, compassion, and excellent taste.
High-end Bachelor/Bachelorette groups are welcome if every member of your group fully agrees to our ethos of total respect for our home & making zero to no impact on our neighbors. This is NOT the house to book for a binge-drinking getaway. THIS IS A MUST. We will give you equal respect and more.
Enjoy the thoughtful, personal touches of our family home, including a well-stocked kitchen, 1929 Steinway grand, iconic art, & a gathering space we have intentionally created as a regular gathering place for our own beloved creative community.
Sarah is a multiple Austin Music Award-winning singer and songwriter. She is happy to help you book local musicians to play a private living room concert. We personally host local legends regularly.
Garage loft is a separate rental, but can be added for an additional fee. I have another listing that combines the main house and back apartment.
Our home is solar-powered w/ 13KW backup battery to buy time if the grid is down.
Property manager
Sarah Sharp
Premier Host
Languages
English, Spanish
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 2:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
There is a plunge pool. It can be covered.
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
About the area
Austin
Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Holly, a neighbourhood in Austin. Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue 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.
Austin, TX
What's nearby
- Lady Bird Lake - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Austin Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
- Sixth Street - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
- Moody Theater - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
- South Congress Avenue - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Juan In A Million Restaurant - 9 min walk
- Launderette - 3 min walk
- La Barbecue2 - 10 min walk
- Bufalina - 9 min walk
- Milky Way Shakes - 12 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
katherine c.
2 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Feels like home
katherine c.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
ki j.
10 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Austin getaway for 12
ki j.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dan D.
7 January 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas in Austin
Dan D.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
10/10 Excellent
Christopher C.
23 October 2018
Great, clean house and easily accommodated 8 of us
Christopher C.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
10/10 Excellent
Angela M.
14 February 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as is advertised!
Angela M.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Todd C.
25 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Todd C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Shannon B.
23 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanks!
Shannon B.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Caroline K., New York
8 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in a beautiful home!
Caroline K.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Julie H.
20 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Beautiful home
Julie H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Karrie R., Dallas
22 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Austin East Retreat!
Karrie R.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Megan G.
8 March 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome experience!
Megan G.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Robert G.
29 November 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving
Robert G.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
10/10 Excellent
Drew L.
1 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Austin Home
Drew L.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Darrell H.
30 April 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Full of Surprises
Darrell H.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Daniel S.
5 April 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would definitely stay here again
Daniel S.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
8/10 Good
Tamara J., Detroit, USA
21 March 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage style home close to downtown
Tamara J.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021
10/10 Excellent
Andrew S.
16 December 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome house in a great location!
Andrew S.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020
10/10 Excellent
Kim R.
22 August 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful home in a great location
Kim R.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Emily C.
22 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house for a gals reunion!
Emily C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Brianna A.
8 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well kept and huge!
Brianna A.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2018
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth H.
31 May 2018
Beautiful house and fabulous location!
Elizabeth H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
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10/10 Excellent
Stacy H.
25 May 2018
Clean, spacious, comfortable. The host was very accommodating and had everything we needed!
Stacy H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
10/10 Excellent
Rosa L.
9 March 2018
Absolutely Amazing!
Rosa L.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018
About the host
Hosted by Sarah Sharp
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.
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.
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.
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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