Austin, Texas
Heated Pool,Central location| Wind Down - Portoro
4.9164 reviews
House
4 bedrooms
7 beds
3 baths
10 guests
Summary
Welcome to a centrally located private oasis within walking distance to some of the best restaurants and shops in Austin. This stunning 4/3 home sits on a quarter of an acre with multiple outdoor living retreats including a beautifully landscaped courtyard with fire pit, custom heated pool/spa, and Lynx built-in outdoor kitchen. This resort-style property is ideal for families and group gatherings year round.
Space
Please note, all guests staying at a Portoro home are required to sign a rental agreement. The home features a peaceful, luxurious living space with all upscale amenities both inside and outdoors. Both the front and back yards are fully fenced in with an electric gate entrance. Parking for up to 3 cars on the driveway. Warm, inviting and spacious, guests will feel relaxed and inspired by the well-appointed rooms, with furnishings and decor by Studio Kendrick. The large, open concept living area is perfect for lounging and entertaining, with a large-screen TV, Sonos surround sound, a gourmet kitchen, breakfast bar and formal dining table. Be prepared to create culinary delights in this chef’s kitchen equipped with pristine granite countertops and a full suite of high-end, built-in Kitchen-Aid appliances. A Kitchen-Aid mixer, food processor, large toaster oven, and a host of other small appliances are available for use. The expansive backyard features a sparkling pool and spa, covered patio, refrigerator, ample seating, and built-in outdoor grill. NOTE: Pool heating is available during the months of October - April and requires an additional fee. Please read section "Other things to note" for heating fees. The front entrance is accessible from the large courtyard and covered front porch. This area is fully fenced in and provides guests with more sectional loungers, a gas fueled fire pit and landscape lighting. The backyard is also fully fenced in with a large covered patio, porch, refrigerator, and Lynx built-in grill. SunSetter awnings, colorful landscaping, and cozy outdoor furniture complement the loungers and spectacular pool and 6-person spa. There is also a ceiling-mount TV just above the outdoor kitchen. Retreat to one of the 4 bedrooms or to the flex/media room for a restful sleep. Bedrooms and bathrooms are as follows: Downstairs: - Master with ensuite bathroom spa tub, walk-in shower, and french doors that open to backyard spa and pool - Guest room #1 with 2 double beds - Guest room #2 with a queen bed - Full bathroom with combination shower/tub Upstairs: - Dedicated office space with wireless printer, monitor and ergonomic chair - Wet bar and mini fridge - Guest room #3 with 2 twin beds - A spacious flex room/media room with 2 sofas, work desk and 78” smart TV. One of the sofas converts 2 twins or queen fold-out bed making this room a 5th bedroom if needed - Full bathroom with combination shower/tub Notable hot spots close by: Walk to Burnett Road, North Loop and Lamar districts: Featuring an astonishing variety of restaurants, bars, coffee shops, places to shop and have fun, these commercial districts have something for virtually everyone. And, the 78758 area code is home to the most breweries in one Austin zip code. Growler Room, Austin Beerworks, Hopsquad Brewing Co., Circle Brewing Co., Oskar Blues, 4th Tap Brewing, and Celis Brewery. Here are some of Austin's most iconic spots within walking distance: Fonda San Miguel - $$$ Epicerie Cafe and Grocery - $$ PicnikAustin $$ Old Thousand II $$ La Mancha Tex Mex - $$ Citizen Eatery - $$ Torchy’s Tacos - $ Chi Lantro - $ Monkey Nest Coffee Pint House Pizza $$ Upper Crust Bakery $ 5000 Burnett Food Park (12 food trucks) Billy's on Burnett $$ More recommendations are provided in the guest manual once you arrive at the home. We strive to provide you with the best Austin experience With your reservation you receive access to your personal property manager along with: - 24-hour self-check-in and guest support - free WiFi - free parking - Kitchen essentials, dishes, glasses, and essential cookware - Coffee and Tea premium linens and towels - comfy beds - Public Goods supply of shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and hand soap - hairdryers - iron and ironing board NOTE: We follow the CDC and Airbnb Recommended Cleaning Guidelines. You can rest assured this property has been completely sanitized prior to check-in. Also, please review the LONG-TERM STAY - ADDITIONAL FEES section below. Stays over 29 days are waived from paying the State and Local Hotel Tax. However, there are additional fees we need to collect for damage coverage and housekeeping. LONG TERM STAY - ADDITIONAL FEES FOR STAYS OVER 29 days. In compliance with our policies for long-term stays, we need to collect a few additional fees from you before guaranteeing this reservation. Please see below and reply here with any questions. Your guest ambassador will reply shortly and be available to assist you where needed. Additional Cleaning Fee: We do require additional cleaning fees for guests staying longer than 3 weeks. Your Guest Ambassador will coordinate the cleaning schedule a minimum of once every 2 weeks. You can request cleanings more frequently if desired. Additional cleaning charges will be sent using a payment request or resolution request, immediately following the cleaning.
Guest Access
We offer self-check-in. Portoro uses smart locks. •We cannot guarantee early check-ins or late checkouts in advance. If the house happens to be ready earlier than our standard 4 pm check-in time on the day of your arrival, we, in most cases will allow an early check-in. For a reliable alternative with guaranteed check-in or check-out timing, it's recommended to book the night before or after your scheduled arrival or departure.
Getting Around
Austin offers plenty of transportation options. Ridesharing, micro-mobility, and mass transit are available everywhere. The airport is just 20 minutes away by car. Bus stop just outside the door - Hop on (Bus 5) and go downtown (every 20 minutes) or Take Bus 803 North (5 minute walk) to the Domain Shopping District and the Q2 Austin FC Soccer Stadium. The Austin MetroRail (Crestview station) is just an 8 min drive away, located at 6920 N Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78752. MetroRail's 32-mile route is designed to take you to and from your destination, connecting downtown to North Austin to Leander. Whether you are commuting to work downtown, headed to UT or moving between any of the nine stations on the line, MetroRail is the comfortable, reliable way to get where you're going. Directions: NW corner of Woodrow & North, 1 block South of N. Loop. From Mopac: turn right on Hancock/North Loop, another right on Woodrow, destination on right. From I-35: Turn right on 45th st, turn right on Burnet Road, right on Woodrow, destination is on left.
Others Things to Note
Prior to check-in, we will send you detailed directions to ensure a seamless arrival. Pool Heating Fees (Available October - April): --NOTE: The hot tub heating is complimentary and does not require additional fees. --For guests wanting to enjoy the pool during winter months, we do charge a fee of $75 per night. -- The pool and hot tub can not be heated simultaneously. --How to pay fees: Portoro will send guests an invoice or resolution requests (depending on the booking channel) and heating fees must be paid in advance of guests check-in. Parking for 3 cars in the driveway, and plenty of curbside parking in front of the house. HOTEL TAX COLLECTION: Both the City of Austin and the State of Texas require all hotel and vacation rental hosts to collect hotel tax. We collect these two taxes within the booking transaction. The state requires 6% and the city requires 11%. YOU ARE HELPING: A portion of the city hotel tax helps support Austin's musicians and related businesses. If you plan to stay longer than 29 days, please ensure you review the section about LONGER TERM STAYS located in the section above called "The Space”.
Amenities
Air conditioning
BBQ grill
Bed linens
Carbon monoxide detector
Coffee maker
Dishes and silverware
Dishwasher
Dryer
Essentials
EV charger
Extra pillows and blankets
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Accommodation
1 Sofa Bed
2 Double Bed
1 Queen Bed
2 Single Bed
1 King Bed
Terms & Rules
Smoking
Pets
Suitable for Children
Parties
Suitable for Infants
Additional Guests
**VERY IMPORTANT - All Guests must comply with our house rules. Not doing so will require loss of deposit and possible eviction. 1. Maximum Overnight Occupancy is 10 people. Please make sure you enter the proper number of guests that will be staying in the home when booking. 2. We love our neighbors! Quiet hours are from 10 PM - 8 AM daily. No outside noise after 10:00PM 3. No Smoking. 4. Pets are not allowed. 5. Except for families with children, ALL guests must be at least 25 years of age with photo ID proof of age for each guest. 6. Third Party Bookings require additional details and approval from Portoro before booking. 7. Small Gatherings and events with non-overnight guests require pre-approval, deposit, and additional contract. 8. Guest CHECK OUT considerations will be sent the day before departure. 9. Guests are expected to follow ALL check-out instructions as listed in the House Manual, including notifying the host at the time of departure. 10. To ensure your safety and proper access to the home and all of our guest features, ALL guests are required to read the house manual upon arrival, notify Portoro with any questions. Known damages incurred during your stay (Stains and spills on linens, furniture, rugs) must be reported to the property manager immediately. Only artificial candles are allowed. No burning of natural candles inside or outside of the home. Closets and cabinets labeled as “Owner Use Only” are off-limits to guests. Please be respectful and never take items from these areas. Evidence of damage to the home will result in an additional cleaning fee of $250, plus the cost of damages to the home. Reservations made during Festivals and Conferences are non-refundable, i.e., SXSW, ACL, F-1, etc. We cannot guarantee early check-ins or late checkouts in advance. If the house happens to be ready earlier than our standard 4pm check-in time on the day of your arrival, we will message you and let you know once it's ready. Late checkouts are almost never possible. On the rare occasion that it is possible to check in early or checkout late, there will be a fee for anything outside of a one-hour window within our standard times. If your need for an early check-in or late checkout is great, your best option is to book the night prior to or after your arrival/departure., your best option is to book the night prior to or after your arrival/departure.
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Check-in: After 4pm • Check-out: Before 11am
Reviews
4.9164 reviews
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Allison
August 2024
Great house, even better than the photos. Really great pool and kitchen. Close by to restaurants.
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Derek
August 2024
Such a wonderful space for a family or hosting a small group. Great kitchen, grill, seating, and pool. Lots of shade over the pool for almost the full day, and plenty of shade on the covered patio. Complete kitchen set of tools, spices, platters, dishes, etc. Great location too.
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Nikki
July 2024
Amazing place! Highly recommend. The pool was awesome.
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Marla
July 2024
Girls weekend in Austin The house was great and just as advertised. The pool and hot tub were perfect. Everything was well appointed and clean. Before the weekend, the host was very responsive to the questions that I had. It was a fun weekend and would stay there again in a heartbeat.
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Location
Austin, Texas. Exact location is provided after booking is confirmed.
Neighborhood
Situated in Central Austin on the edge of desirable Brentwood and Rosedale neighborhoods, guests have close proximity to the Capitol, the downtown area, and The University of Texas at Austin, as well as easy access to the main thoroughfares of our beautiful city. The neighborhood is bordered by 38th Street to the south, Shoal Creek to the west, North Loop / Hancock Drive to the north, and Lamar Boulevard to the east. Ramsey Park, with its swimming pool, tennis courts, playgrounds, and picnic areas, is located in the heart of the neighborhood. The park offers a swimming pool (open during the summer months), tennis courts, a toddler playground as well as a regular playground, a basketball court, a baseball diamond, and picnic areas with barbecue facilities.
Contact us
Guests
888-576-3775reservations@portoro.com
Vacation rental owners
owners@portoro.com
Anything else
help@portoro.com
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