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Casita Poquita -Historic East Austin Retreat

Family-friendly holiday home in Austin with a water park

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Living area
Private kitchen
Room
Bathroom
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 446.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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  • Place, Huston Tillotson University
  • Place, Moody Center
  • Place, University of Texas at Austin
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Living Room

1 Double Futon and 1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Single Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Casita Poquita -Historic East Austin Retreat

Features:
-Pet Friendly
-LG Stylist - Steam freshen and irons clothes
-Backyard hammock & bench/table

Newly remodeled modern-retro, minimalist 500-SF house is a comfortable home base ideal for business travelers and tourists. We look forward to hosting you in the heart of East Austin, just 2 miles from the convention center, and 12 minutes from the airport. We are kid-friendly (child safety locks), and accept up to 3 dogs and cats for a one-time fee of $25.

Infractions of House Rules (i.e. unauthorized parties/ large gatherings, smoking in the home, etc.) are subject to a minimum fee of $150.
*Early check-in available upon request for $25.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)
One-time $25 furry friend fee for up to 3 dogs max
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
No smoking indoors No parties or events Check-in after 4PM Check out by noon

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

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Austin

Located in Rosewood, a neighbourhood in Austin, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a river. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Austin, TX

What's nearby

  • Moody Center - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • University of Texas at Austin - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Austin Convention Center - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Texas State Capitol - 4 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Plaza Saltillo Station - 2 min drive
  • Austin Station - 12 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Community Garden - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Nixta Taqueria - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Figure 8 Coffee Purveyors - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪King Bee Lounge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪El Tigre Coffee Roasters - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Casita Poquita -Historic East Austin Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Casita Poquita -Historic East Austin Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Casita Poquita -Historic East Austin Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casita Poquita -Historic East Austin Retreat?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Casita Poquita -Historic East Austin Retreat located?

This family-friendly Austin holiday home is located on a river, within a 15-minute walk of George Washington Carver Museum and Huston Tillotson University. University of Texas at Austin and Sixth Street are also within 2 miles (3 km). Martin Luther King Jr Station is 20 minutes by foot and Plaza Saltillo Station is 22 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

erin h.

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

Great experience!

Easy check in, check out, super accommodating, comfy bed!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla K.

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

Tuesday Get Away

Great spot. We thought the linen steamer/sanitizer thing was crazy cool!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

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

We were in town for work. This was the perfect size.

This was the perfect size. One bedroom. We brought our 15 lb dog. Great location, comfortable space. Full kitchen was great for us. Small yard for the pup. Owner was very quick to respond with any questions. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I really enjoyed our stay in this cute little house. We were only in Austin for a short period of time, but this met our needs nicely. The proximity to downtown and the airport was great, and we discovered a few cool places within walking distance. I would say that overall you need a vehicle to really enjoy the location, but we had read that in other reviews and knew it would not be a problem. The host was very communicative, and was there when we needed him. A thunderstorm ended up tripping a breaker on the electrical panel, and instead of letting us hunt the property for the panel he insisted on coming by and correcting it himself. It was appreciated and made us feel valued as guests. Would definitely stay here again on future visits.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Cynthia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As advertised, it was a cute small house. Exactly what was needed for a busy weekend and not spending a lot of time at the house. The location was good for us, as it was close to the UT Campos. The kitchen had nice, updated cabinets. But with respect, three small recommendations: clean the return vent and wipe down ceiling and walls, as they are full of dust. A fresh coat of paint will go a long way and update towels; they appear dingy with stains. However, none of these recommendations dampened our stay, this house worked well for us and had a nice fenced in back yard for our small pups. Thank you for letting us stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. Has everything you need. Great host. I would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

vikki p.

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

Friends Birthday Gathering

So much better than a hotel....very nice ,clean & cozy ....our 2 dogs also enjoyed their stay ...they had a private ,safe area for them to explore in the back yard ...Our host was great & responded quickly to any questions....I really appreciated the variety of coffee & the live plants!! Felt like home away from home ..We will definitely return & refer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan Meyers and B.

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

Perfect casita in East Austin

We were in town to visit with our daughter and celebrate her recent graduation from UT. Cesar's place was clean, cozy, well-appointed (we loved the LG Styler!), and in a great location!Sadly, we probably won't be coming to Austin much on these sorts of trips anymore, but we'd highly recommend Casita Poquita to others!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

nancy m.

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

Wonderful stay

Perfect location and homemade for exploring Austin. Clean and cheerful, absolutely loved having the washer and dryer as well as yard for the pup.Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K.

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

Great spot

Cesar was wonderful to work with and this little home away from home was perfect for my business trip to Austin.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

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

Great place!

The house had everything we needed. The backyard was great for our dog. The location was perfect, just a few blocks from a nice park. We would definitely stay here again!Thank you!
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

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

Great East Austin Location

Small house was perfect for my wife and I and our dogs. The little fenced yard was great for their late night potty breaks. House was as described. Location was great: I walked dogs several times and grew to appreciate how diverse the neighborhood is. Excellent food trucks and restaurants in the neighborhood. Very easy access to downtown and IH 35, if you avoid rush hour. All in all, excellent bang for the buck. Thanks, Cesar.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

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

NYE Stay

Casita Paquita is perfect for one or two folks. The fact that it's dog friendly makes it even better. Very clean, great location and easy communication with the owner. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Holly W.

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

Comfy, quiet tiny home in up and coming neighborhood!

Quiet street. quiet neighborhood! Walking distance to some fun bars. Super driveable to downtown and 6th street.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Lara B.

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

Cute place. Excellent location

Exactly what we needed and for a reasonable price. Love the neighborhood. Some of the supplies could have been topped off…dishwasher soap, coffee pods, but not a big deal. Would stay again if I’m lucky enough to get back to Austin.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrianne N.

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

Perfect Accommodations for Our Short Stay

Great location for a quick visit to UT. Our dog enjoyed it, too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

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

Austin

Cesar has an excellent vrbo. Very clean and modern, superb communication. Great location- easy to walk to 6th Street. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter F.

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

Great spot, fun neighborhood

We needed a place to stay in Austin after the eclipse, and this one was a find. The high end appliances and climate control options were great, and the fast WiFi came in handy when I needed to be in a remote long distance meeting for several hours. Our dog settled right in, and especially liked the little fenced backyard. It’s in a quiet neighborhood, just blocks from all kinds of takeout windows and food trucks in one direction, with a nice running/biking trail and light rail in the other. There were even fireflies! We only wish we could have stayed longer (especially since the food trucks and nearby BBQ were closed on certain days). Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Louise B.

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

Great Stay

Great communication with Cesar, clean house in a great E Austin location. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua B.

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

Short business trip

The home was exactly as described. It is located in a great central location. Sam's BBQ right down the street looks rough, but its some of the best BBQ I've ever eaten. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Sarah H.

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

Easy East Austin

Cute house, super convenient location and we loved the little yard for our pup. The off street parking spot is a great feature as well. I wish the house was a little cleaner, the water pressure in the bathroom sink is quite low and the back door sticks badly but all those are fixable items. I was double charged for the pet fee even though we brought only one of our dogs but maybe the host will make it up next time. No big deal. Overall comfortable, enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly G.

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

Poquito Stay-Cation

Cesar was a great host and we were happy to be able to bring our dogs along. Thanks for a relaxing weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dusty L.

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

Perfect little spot

This was a perfect little house in a very quiet neighborhood. We were in town for the Pearl Jam shows at Moody Center and the location was great for Ubers to and from the venue. The next time I'm in town, I'll definitely check to see if this place is available!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah A., Oak Point

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

Perfect stay with pets

Great location. Nice neighborhood with close access to park and walking trail for my dogs. Home was clean, had everything I needed. Easy check-in and out. Cesar was a wonderful host. Quite responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

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

Nice one bedroom cottage

We enjoyed our stay in this conveniently located home. There is a nice shaded parking spot and back yard if you need for your dog. The bed was very comfortable and the home had everything you would need. Communication is great and César is very responsive. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Cesar Ozuna

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I enjoy traveling when I can get away from my busy schedule. Family and good food are important to me. When have both it’s heaven.

Why they chose this property

Location x3 I love the charming small house and am lucky to have it in such an intimidate historic part of central East side the best side.

What makes this property unique

-Historic district
-Central location to downtown and all Austin has to offer.
-House has everything you need for your professional or leisure stay, solo or with guests.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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