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Austin · Texas

Outsite Austin - Travis Heights

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Living

Best for

Urban Explorers. Newcomers to Austin wanting a quiet, leafy, modern house within walking distance of lively restaurants, bars, nightlife and riverside runs.

Unique features

Walkable Neighborhood. The house sits a few blocks from a riverside boardwalk used for runs and bike rides, a park with tennis courts and a pool, and about a 15-minute walk from a street of restaurants, bars and shops.
Shaded Deck. A covered upper deck under a manicured old oak tree is where guests take their laptops to work and spend days and evenings.
Quiet Tree-Lined Street. The house is in a peaceful, leafy residential neighborhood with plenty of indoor and outdoor space, which guests say suits getting work done.
Hotel-Style Rooms. Rooms come with toiletries, large showers and some private full bathrooms, which guests compare to a luxury hotel.

About

A classic Austin home framed by oak trees in the sought-after Travis Heights neighborhood, close to South Congress. Large bay windows, an original fireplace, an expansive backyard with a fire pit and deck, and six private rooms make it a relaxed base that balances nature and city life.

Links

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Ratings

–/10 Unrated

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Rooms

Private Room (ensuite)

Double bed

Up to 2 guests

Private bathroom

Private rooms with ensuite bathroom, desk, A/C and closet. Queen bed (Bonnell, Cottage, Zilker) or full bed (Blunn). The Cottage is a studio with kitchenette and dining area.

Private Room (shared bathroom)

Double bed

Up to 2 guests

Shared bathroom

Private rooms with queen bed and shared bathroom with tub/shower, desk and closet/wardrobe.

Policies

Stay rules

Minimum age: 21 years
Pets not allowed

Payment & cancellation

100% due at booking
Free cancellation 14 days before check-in

Community

Community is built through weekly activities and community events where members meet fellow guests and connect with new people. Community Manager Shannon is on hand during stays to help. Guests describe a "very friendly and lively house."

Activities

South Congress Bars & Restaurants

South Congress Avenue is a 10 to 15 minute walk from the house, or a quick Lime scooter ride. Guests like the restaurants, cafes, bars, shopping and cowboy boot shops, and say it's easy to reach without a car.

8 mentions in reviews

Community Events

Community managers (Shannon, Lauren) organise get-togethers and outings, and share plans in the group chat. One guest enjoyed a dinner that brought the two houses together. Housemates are described as friendly and quick to connect.

4 mentions in reviews

Running along Lady Bird Lake

The river boardwalk is a few blocks from the house. Guests use it for long runs, bike rides and walks all over Lady Bird Lake. It is easy to reach on foot from the house.

4 mentions in reviews

Backyard Fire Pit & Deck

The upper deck sits under a manicured ancient oak tree. Guests like it for working on a laptop and for relaxing days and evenings. Reviews also praise the large indoor and outdoor space. No review mentions the fire pit.

3 mentions in reviews

Pool Time

A cowboy pool at the house was perfect for a dip at dusk during a hot July weekend. Stacey Park, a few blocks away, also has a pool and tennis courts.

2 mentions in reviews

Hosts

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Amenities

Living

Shared spaces

Backyard deck & fire pit

Outdoor

Expansive backyard with a deck and fire pit, shaded by mature oak trees. Guests also use the deck to work on laptops.

Kitchen

Fully equipped shared kitchen with essential appliances and tools, and a shared pantry of spices and staples.

Living room

Historic living area with large bay windows and an original fireplace. A dining table is also used for working.

Location

1506 Kenwood Ave, Austin, TX 78704, USA

The house sits in Travis Heights, an elegant, sought-after Austin neighborhood of eclectic 1920s-style homes and streets lined with large oak trees. The neighborhood is nestled between Bouldin Creek, Riverside and Lady Bird Lake, and is described as very walkable. The bars, restaurants and coffee shops of South Congress Avenue are close by, and parks, trails and local culture are nearby.