Beautiful 5 rm.Hardwood Austin Home!

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A cozy room with a bed, a table, and red chairs. There are plants and a window with curtains.
A covered outdoor seating area with red curtains and a table with a candle.
A serene garden with a large Buddha statue, a pagoda, and a red bridge.
A room with a chair, a painting, and a lamp.
A dining area with a table set for two, featuring a traditional teapot and teacups, a bowl of fruit, and a painting of a mountainous landscape.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • On-site fitness centre
    A rare find - enjoy convenient access to fitness facilities during your stay.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Austin Community College Highland

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Street parking available
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Austin, TX
  • Place, Austin Community College Highland
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, McCallum Arts Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Highland Village Shopping Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Austin

North Central Austin, a neighbourhood in Austin, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Austin and Lady Bird Lake, while Moody Theater and Austin City Limits are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Moody Center or Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium.
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Austin, TX

What's nearby

  • Austin Community College Highland - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kick Butt Coffee Music & Booze - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • The Linc - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • McCallum Arts Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Highland Village Shopping Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Highland Station - 17 min walk
  • Austin Station - 18 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Home Slice Pizza - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪P. Terry's Burger Stand - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Pluckers Wing Bar - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful 5 rm.Hardwood Austin Home! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Beautiful 5 rm.Hardwood Austin Home!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful 5 rm.Hardwood Austin Home!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful 5 rm.Hardwood Austin Home!?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Beautiful 5 rm.Hardwood Austin Home! located?

Located in North Central Austin, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Austin Community College Highland and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from University of Texas at Austin. St. John Park and Hyde Park Theatre are also within 3 miles (5 km). Highland Station is 17 minutes by foot and Crestview Station is 25 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 63 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice personable host. Home was full of great artwork by the host. Definitely part of the Austin experience we were looking for.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay in Austin

This place is great and the host was wonderful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great stay and we really appreciated how communicative the host was. The home was beautiful and the location was great. The haunted house and the Japanese garden were such fun bonuses.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host Tony was welcoming and responsive. The garden is lovely and the host’s artwork throughout the house is unique and beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a very disappointing experience with this stay. Check-in was delayed because the host was not there, and we had to wait for someone to physically provide us with the keys.Unfortunately, the cleanliness of the property was a major concern. The kitchen was unclean, with pans still left on the stove. The refrigerator also contained food, vegetables, rice, and dairy products that appeared to have been left. We also encountered roaches and what appeared to be fruit flies in the property. The vents were heavily covered in dust, and there was an unpleasant smell throughout the house.The bathroom was also concerning, with visible mold and rust around the bathtub. Due to the overall condition of the property, including the pest issue and our concerns about our health and safety, we decided to leave early and did not stay overnight.Despite not staying for any of the nights we had booked, the host did not provide a refund. Communication was also very poor, with messages either going unanswered or receiving very delayed responses.Overall, the condition of the property, pest issues, delayed check-in, lack of cleanliness, and poor communication made this a very unpleasant experience. I would not recommend this property based on our experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing stay!

Tony was and an great host! It was a awesome stay for us in Austin!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Repeat customer, enjoyed our stay

My family enjoyed staying at this property during spring break. Easy access to Austin’s attractions. Tony is very helpful and responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tony is a talented artist and great host
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic backyard and owner

Very artsy house and cozy house. Great for a group of people. Tony (owner) is awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfectly Imperfect Eccentric Getaway

This house definitely takes you to another place...if you love art and imagination...this is the place for you. Loved the artwork and backyard. Beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun Hideout

Tony is a great host. He met us on arrival and gave us a tour. We all enjoyed is artistic creations
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Memorable central Austin place.

We really had a good time. It was an unusual house, eccentric and fun, and filled with really cool art. It worked great for our group and I would happily stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing birthday weekend

Tony was an amazing host who provided a perfectly Austin experience. I would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great experience

Tony was awesome. My sister and her friends fell in love with the tortoise. Beautiful art in all the the rooms. Serene back yard and meditation area. We really enjoyed playing the games he had in the living room. Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Weekend trip

It was okay! Owner was a nice guy and the property was cool. Bugs in some rooms and his housekeeper went into labor apparently so he had to clean the house. House was okay clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quirky and fun!

We rented this house for my son’s graduation. It was a fantastic weekend. The Japanese yard was amazing and we found new things to ponder at every turn! Shelly the tortoise put on quite the show and enjoyed lots of strawberries. Tony the owner was very informative and everything in the house and the art had a story.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ruth’s Bday

Me and my friends came to this place for my bestfriends birthday and everyone was in shock on just how beautiful everything was in the house, all of his paintings and even his tortoise shelly was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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Great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Art Everywhere!

The house is so fun! Tony's art is everywhere and is lovely. There are so many thoughtful touches and everything you might need. The backyard is wonderful and clearly a labor of love. The only downside is that the house is not as clean as I would have expected it to be. The only downside to this is that
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Keep Austin Weird!

This was a really cool place to stay. Though it may not be for everyone and the layout was a bit strange, we really enjoyed our stay. 10 adults can sleep comfortably, including 2 elderly grandmas. The backyard is a paradise and Shelly (the Turtle) was so cool. We had a blast feeding her. Tony was a lovely host and answered all our questions. He even gave us suggestions for the area and accommodated our last-minute late check-out request.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Accessible location, comfortable home

Pros: Easy to get around Austin. The house is comfortable. We loved the turtle and enjoyed the backyard. My 3 year old daughter loved the place. Tony was very welcoming and easy to reach. Cons: place needs dusting and we had to wash things in the kitchen before we used them. We had a little bit of rain and didn’t like seeing 2 big cockroaches inside the house. Overall, good for our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Anyone in Texas will tell you that Palmetto Bugs (a type of cockroach) will get into the house, particularly after rain. They don't breed in the house and they die in a day or so. But you won't find one open crack in my house, I keep things fairly sealed for just this reason, someone not knowing about the local nuisances. And families need to realize that an $80 cleaning fee doesn't include an entire house free of dust. And all dishes are clean, we have a very good dishwasher for that. I think these guests were a bit over-zealous in how clean they expect things. Most areas are cleaned very well, and it takes a cleaning crew from 7-2pm to clean.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Austin Oasis!

This is probably the best property I've stayed at in Austin, and I've stayed in about a dozen Central Texas properties. Incredibly eccentric in a good way! The owner is an incredible artist and you are reminded of his talent in every room, with finished pieces or paintings that are works in progress. And the the backyard has had some serious love poured into it, with a heavily Japanese design influence pervasive through the structures, Zen gardens, standalone tea room, and multiple areas lounge and relax amongst your live-in cat and tortoise co-occupants. I will be returning here the next time I need a relaxing break!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Hidden Gem

Tony is the man! A true artist who takes pride in the work he has done with his property. I fought with myself to even write this review because this place is Austins hidden GEM. A true retreat for people wanting the full Austin experience. Tony was very accommodating with our large group of 9 guests. We were very comfortable the whole time and felt right at home. Each room is an experience with his art and to cap it all off the backyard is a sanctuary in itself. We bbq, had a fire pit, and enjoyed the overall vibe of this property. Were all artists ourselves so that was a major PLUS. We will be back for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Very awkward layout

Well. We booked this place because of the glowing reviews so we felt we needed to tell the truth about this place. The art is very cool. The yard is nice. The neighborhood seems safe and is quirky. Really nothing much to walk to, but I learned Austin is a place where you drive everywhere. You can tell it’s well loved and inhabited by a creative. However. In order to access the yard you have to walk through either the bathroom or a bedroom. The house is so cluttered it could never truly be clean. We made it through the long weekend but we all could hardly wait to be out of there.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Son's wedding

This property was very enjoyable. Tony, the owner, is an artist who clearly has spent years loving this house, decorating it with his art and a collection of items he loves and has collected from his travels. From the art on the walls to the Japanese garden to Shelly the tortoise you never run out of things to look at, corners to explore, and places to relax. We had three different generations of family staying at the house and there was literally something for everyone to enjoy from flat screen tvs to antique and vintage furniture. We enjoyed the living room which is not large but very comfortable with plenty of seating for everyone as well as time spent sitting in the gardens in the evenings. If you are looking for a modern day cookie cutter home this is not for you but if you are looking for something distinctly Austin then this is your place. Thanks Tony for the great tour and for sharing your home and art!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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