Located on a lake, this guesthouse is in North University, 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 Lake Austin and Lady Bird Lake. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium or Moody Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
What's nearby
University of Texas at Austin - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Moody Center - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
Sixth Street - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
Texas State Capitol - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
Getting around
Highland Station - 10 min drive
Austin Station - 11 min drive
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 24 min drive
Restaurants
Cabo Bob's Burritos - 13 min walk
P. Terry's Burger Stand #2 - 12 min walk
Starbucks - 6 min walk
Torchys Tacos - 10 min walk
Dirty Martin's Place - 11 min walk
About this property
Charming Apartment In Central Austin
Centrally located charming one bedroom / one bath apartment nestled in the heart of one of Austin's most treasured neighborhoods -- historic Aldridge Place. This apartment was built in the 1930's behind the original home from 1925. Fully updated with full kitchen, and full bath.
Enjoy the central location of this 650 square foot guesthouse that sleeps 2 (Queen). Has a full-size pullout couch in the living room for children or 1 adult. Located 5 houses from "The Drag" (Guadalupe Street) and only a few minutes walk to numerous restaurants, grocery stores, University of Texas, and Central Market organic grocery & park. We are located less than a mile from the hospital district (Austin Heart, Seton, St. David’s, University Medical/Brackenridge, and Dell Children’s). We are less than 2 miles from the State Capital and Downtown. Slightly over 4 miles to Zilker Park where Barton Springs and all of the major festivals occur. This quaint apartment has kept it's historic charm while adding modern comforts of carpet, free wi-fi, Netflix, & HD TV.
Located on public bus routes and free University of Texas Shuttle route.
No parties please. We regret that smoking is not permitted indoors.
Property manager
Mark Feist
Languages
English
Amenities
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry
House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 3–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Mature and house broken pets. Fee applied
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
The full-size sleeper-sofa will fit one adult or 2 small children with families.
Travelers who bring pets without a prior agreement will lose the security deposit.
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
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock
Frequently asked questions
Is Charming Apartment In Central Austin pet-friendly?
Yes, Charming Apartment In Central Austin allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.
What time is check-in at Charming Apartment In Central Austin?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming Apartment In Central Austin?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Charming Apartment In Central Austin located?
Located in North University, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin and University of Texas at Austin. Sixth Street and Austin Convention Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Charming Apartment In Central Austin Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
I have talked to my mother and my sister and they have both thoroughly enjoyed their stay at this property! Mark has been an absolute top-notch host. We will definitely plan to stay here once again on our next visit!! Thanks so much for everything!!!
Thomas S.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
Howard P., Atlanta, GA
2 Dec 2015
Clean, close, cute
We were in town for a week and this was just what we were looking for. Great location, close to downtown and UT. Clean and cozy with heat for those cool days and air conditioning for the hot days. Mark was great and the car port parking spot was an pleasant extra.
Howard P.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2015
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
Pete D.
3 Oct 2017
Nice Place. Nice Host. Good Neighborhood. Good Value.
Was a great location for us, as we like to walk/uber instead of renting a car. Close to pubs, parks, tennis courts, markets. Small, but functional kitchen was good when we didn't want to eat out. Netflix streaming was nice when we did not want to go to a club. Only downside was bathroom (anemic hot water and toilet that took forever to fill).
Pete D.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017
6/10 Okay
Kalyn W.
21 June 2019
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Charming in an OK kind of way
This place is definitely very Austin-y if that makes sense. So if you are someone who really doesn't mind a more low key way of vacationing then this place should be fine for you. But know that it is very old, has very stained carpets, old and very noisy window units (which thankfully did cool despite the noise), all the doors stick, and the deadbolt doesn't work on the front door. Also the neighbors across the street where you have to park do not mow their yard, so passengers be careful getting out because we found out the hard way the un-mowed yard is full of stinging nettle. Fairly cute place, just not our cup of tea.
Kalyn W.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Jaynie M., Where do you live?
19 June 2017
Quiet, clean, convenient!
Thank you for a great location to visit the UT campus and play Austin tourist with my daughter! Despite the unseasonable heat for June, the apartment was very comfortable with a main living area window unit and a bedroom window unit. The bedroom has a ceiling fan which is a necessity in Texas. The apartment is perfectly located to walk to Central Market for breakfast and lunch items. It was a very easy drive to the campus (we drove bc of the heat, not the distance) as well as to the Austin American Statesman Parking lot to see the Congress Ave bats, Barton Springs, South Congress St, Graffiti Park, etc. The apt is clean, comfortable, very quiet, very safe, has a nice carport to use, and is in a tree filled beautiful historic neighborhood. Thanks Mark for a great Austin getaway location!
I loved my stay at this place! Perfect location and super cozy! Plus, Mark has thought of everything a person could possibly need. The kitchen is well stocked. You can find every cleaning supply necessary. Even beach towels are there! A laundromat is walking distance. The apartment is drenched in sunlight and quiet. And Mark was super accommodating for the entire duration of my stay, often checking in with me and making sure I didn't need anything. I will definitely stay there again! Thank you for providing me with a perfect home away from home!
This is by far the nicest VRBO experience I've ever had, and Mark is a super host who goes many extra miles; I do hope I can come back sometime! The place was completely comfortable in hot, sticky summer weather. I especially appreciated having a well-equipped kitchen so I could cook myself meals. Bathroom, bedroom all peaceful, comfortable, well-equipped. A delightful place!
We had such a great experience staying at Mark’s apartment. This listing is for the upstairs portion, which I thought would be a detractor, but ended up being fantastic. Something pleasant about walking up the almost treehouse-like staircase into your secluded pad above street level. Anyways, many positives here:
1) Location
As second-time Austinites we wanted to see a new area (last time was near South Lamar). This central area ended up being perfect in so many respects. First, the neighborhood itself is wonderful. Many beautiful homes, tons of charm and lots of sidewalks and grassy park areas fit for a dog or picnic. It is also walkable to a ton of great restaurants and hip spots (co-op, coffee, outdoor beer hall, juiceland). Driving to Zilker Park was ~10 min which we tried to do nearly every day. And you’re also 15-20 min each way to either south Austin or north (domain).
2) The host
Mark is a sweet guy. He was communicative from the start and welcomed us with a friendly phone call on our way in. He also made great local recommendations and offered assistance with anything that we needed. You can tell he cares.
3) Comfort
The memory foam mattress is very comfortable, and the place has a cozy feel to it. It has all the essentials, and Roku TV was a nice touch. Mind you the kitchen is quaint so we weren’t cooking any extravagant meals. So much takeout nearby though. Also want to mention the hot water in the shower is solid. Like very good.
There are a few things that could be updated, but I’m sure Mark’s aware. And to be fair the furniture is a little more dated, but it fits the space. That said, my partner and I both telecommuted for our month stay, and it worked just fine.
All in all a great stay, and we would love to come back soon. Thanks again Mark!
This was our second time staying at this property and it was just as nice as the previous visit. Check in and communication were easy. The apartment was clean with lots of natural light. It was stocked with all of the kitchen items, bathroom items and linens that we needed. Parking was convenient. The bed was comfortable and the living room was great for relaxing. The location is convenient for us. We will look forward to staying here the next time we are in Austin!
We had come to celebrate our daughter’s wedding. Mark Feist’s accommodations were perfect. Clean, well located and comfortable the setting allowed us time to relax from day’s activities. Mark is a great host, available and friendly; we knew that we didn’t need to worry about a thing during our stay.
My daughter and I stayed 2 nights for parents weekend. Great location, close to everything we wanted to do. Very safe and clean! And the owner, Mark, made sure we had everything we needed. Will definitely stay here again for events at UT.
This apartment was delightful! It was clean, cozy and stocked with everything we needed. The bed and seating in the living room were very comfortable. The check in process and communication with the owner were easy. The location was quiet and convenient to many great places to eat. We travel to Austin often and will definitely want to stay here again.
I stayed in the upstairs apartment. It is a very nice property right near the UT campus and other attractions. The property was very clean, it had a well stocked kitchen, ample seating areas, and a nice bedroom & bathroom. I would recommend staying here to anyone.
I will offer two caveats to anyone staying here:
1. If you are a light sleeper or if non-ambient noise bothers you, then the place might not be for you. The walls are thin and you can hear most noises outside and from the apartment below you. It wasn't loud enough to bother me but for extremely light sleepers, it could be a problem.
2. The shower head is about 5'8'' from the floor of the tub. Being 6'0'' tall, it wasn't hard for me to duck down and get a nice shower, but for anyone 6'3'' or taller, it would be a bit of an inconvenience.
Neither of these are deal breakers and Mark was a great host, as he was responsive but also gave you your privacy. He was very flexible about check-in / check-out and nice to converse with through text messages. The bed was comfortable and the apartment was much nicer than staying in a hotel room.
The apartment was just as shown in pictures. We were comfortable and love the decor. We were close to all the places we wanted to see.
Terry F.
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
31 May 2019
Fun in Austin!
The property is great and very well-located. You can walk to many restaurants and shops.
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
10/10 Excellent
Carl T.
17 May 2019
Restful Retreat in Austin
We thoroughly enjoyed the apartment, and were VERY comfortable. The location was central to all the events we had scheduled; in other words: Perfect! We will keep it in mind for future stays.
Carl and Debbie