Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
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 Downtown + on Lady Bird Lake Trail
Heated salt-water plunge pool. Porch swing, fire pit, people & bird watching directly on Lady Bird Lake hike & bike trail. 1 mile to Downtown/Rainey St. Walk to top foodie restaurants.
Enjoy the thoughtful, personal touches of our family home, including a well-stocked kitchen, 1929 Steinway grand, iconic art, fireplace, & gathering space we have intentionally curated for our own beloved creative community. Ideal for company off-sites.
Unlike most properties in this area, this is not a management company; Sarah is a devoted host who cares about you having an authentic Austin experience. Every personal detail and local suggestion is her way of welcoming you.
We welcome high-end bachelor and bachelorette groups who fully agree to our ethos of total respect for our home and our neighbors. This is not the house for a binge-drinking getaway. We enforce this policy to ensure our community remains a peaceful, welcoming place for everyone. In return, we promise to give you our utmost respect and excellent hospitality.
Unique Experiences Await! As a multiple Austin Music Award-winning jazz singer and songwriter, Sarah is happy to help you book local musicians to play a private living room concert right here in the home. We personally host local legends regularly, and this unique experience is a fantastic way to celebrate a special occasion or simply enjoy Austin's legendary music scene.
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Amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
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Only fingers on the piano. No food or drink on or near it.
Limit outside noise for neighbors. No noise outside after 10pm.
Wipe wood floor spills STAT
This is our family home. PLEASE CHOOSE A DIFFERENT LISTING if you're coming for a binge-drinking getaway.
Ask before you tape anything to our walls.
Visitor passes for 2 cars to park directly in front of the house, not in front of the neighbors' houses. More parking across the street.
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
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.
University of Texas at Austin - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
Sixth Street - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
Getting around
Plaza Saltillo Station - 3 min drive
Austin Station - 16 min drive
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 11 min drive
Restaurants
Arlo's - 10 min walk
Juan in a Million - 9 min walk
La Barbecue - 10 min walk
The Vegan Nom - 9 min walk
High Noon - 13 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does East ATX Luxury Home + Saltwater Pool + Near Downtown + on Lady Bird Lake Trail have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is East ATX Luxury Home + Saltwater Pool + Near Downtown + on Lady Bird Lake Trail pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at East ATX Luxury Home + Saltwater Pool + Near Downtown + on Lady Bird Lake Trail?
Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.
What time is check-out at East ATX Luxury Home + Saltwater Pool + Near Downtown + on Lady Bird Lake Trail?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is East ATX Luxury Home + Saltwater Pool + Near Downtown + on Lady Bird Lake Trail located?
Located in Holly, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Lady Bird Lake and within 3 miles (5 km) of Sixth Street and University of Texas at Austin. Austin Convention Center and South Congress Avenue are also within 3 miles (5 km). Plaza Saltillo Station is 24 minutes by foot.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Sarah’s home is a gem!! Thoughtfully curated, well stocked, and beautiful! It was a great home base for our weekend in Austin, with great space to hang out inside and out. Unfortunately, we had a car break in just out front, but that had nothing to do with Sarah or her wonderful place, just a reality in today’s world!!
This property is great! It is perfectly located just outside downtown and a short ride from the airport! The photos are very accurate and the house is very comfortable for a large group. The bedrooms were spacious and comfortable. The house is graciously stocked for families/large groups. The owner is extremely responsive prior to and throughout the the stay.
Sarah’s place was amazing! It fit our group perfectly and location was close to lots of good spots and easy to get around. Check in and check out process was easy and she let us keep bags inside after checkout. The addition of the plunge pool was such a treat for us to cool off in the Austin heat. The owner did stay on property in the backyard garage apartment which wasn’t expected, we saw her twice but wasn’t an issue.
Absolutely wonderful and responsive host with great amenities. The pool was actually heated (I’ve been to plenty of pools that say they’re heated, but still aren’t warm enough to enjoy during cold weather, but this one was). The house is a little old, so my only advice would be to have a plunger in at least one of the bathrooms 😅 everything was great overall!
Our family of 12 visited Austin and stayed here. The kids had a great time with the distributed bedrooms. A cozy pool and spacious living area. The musical instruments were an add on given our kids were well versed with all types. Location was very convenient to capital, univ etc.Some possible improvements we felt are keeping the pool clean more frequently and providing better curtains to the upstrairs bathroom adjacent to the neighbors window.Overall the stay was great. The pictures in the frontyard came out great !
We rented this lovely home for our son’s UT graduation weekend, the home was lovely we were so comfortable, location was great and Sarah was a wonderful host!
Sarah was a fantastic host. She was very prompt when answering messages. The house is absolutely perfect with lots of space, very comfortable beds, great entertainment space and is located only a few miles from downtown. I would stay here again! Thanks, Sarah!
Great house in Austin that was close to everything. We had 9 people in our group and we were very comfortable. The house is beautiful and the newly renovated front yard is awesome! Sarah is a wonderful host and was very helpful with anything we needed. We would definitely stay here again!
We had a wonderful stay and communication with Sarah was easy and clear. To start Sarah was able to a accommodate a early check in for our group and when we arrived we were surprised with how beautiful the property was! There was several great things included in the home that weren’t listed in the description but I won’t spoil the surprise for the next visitors. All I will say is you won’t be disappointed just book!
What a wonderful stay. We filled the house and little studio with family and Sarah couldn't have been a better host. Decorated Christmas tree included! The place was perfect for our get together, right down to the piano. We baked and cooked and the place was comfortable and perfect for our stay. Family runs along the river, too. Thanks Sarah
The place was perfect and exactly as described! Super quick Uber/Lyft rides to downtown and a few cute restaurants within walking distance. Also the fridge was stocked with a few snacks and drinks when we got there, which was a plus. Would totally stay here again!
Emily C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Christopher C.
23 Oct 2018
Great, clean house and easily accommodated 8 of us
This is a very clean, organized, and nicely decorated house with a great layout to accommodate multiple people and/or couples. Communication with the host was excellent from start to finish and you'll find everything you need in a nicely organized binder once you arrive at the house. As for location, downtown was just a 2 mile uber ride away or there are a few eclectic (Austin vibe) neighborhood bars and restaurants within walking distance. We also enjoyed the direct accessibility to the trail around the lake.
Christopher C.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth H.
31 May 2018
Beautiful house and fabulous location!
My group of 12 was extremely happy and comfortable in this beautiful house! The location was ideal and there were great restaurants within walking distance, as well as easy parking around the house. Sarah was the best host we could have asked for in Austin! She offered to help us book paddle boarding, allowed us to check in early and check out late, and left us a welcome basket with wine and snacks! She truly thought of everything to make this a great stay for us and was always available via text if I had any questions. I had a great experience all around and highly recommend this house!
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!
This house was perfect for our girls weekend. We had plenty of space for 10 people and felt at home right away. The porch swing was awesome and nice to be right on the trail! We were able to walk a few place and loved the location. Thank you for a great house and glad we made new memories there : )
Stacy H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
10/10 Excellent
Rosa L.
9 Mar 2018
Absolutely Amazing!
My organization rented this house to do an all-girl retreat. It was amazing! The owner made sure we had everything ready with no disruptions. Not to mention the amazing welcoming basket left for us. The house is very homey, very clean, and it has a lot of different things for entertainment. It is in a great centered location too. I loved it so much and would recommend 10/10!
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.
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.
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.
Languages:
English, Spanish
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