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1/1 cozy private Zilker cottage!Wonderful area,walk to park and Barton Springs

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Dining
Interior
Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior detail

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom650 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

1/1 cozy private Zilker cottage!Wonderful area,walk to park and Barton Springs

All our homes are fully licensed by the city of Austin. License number OL 2013 000595
Ask for details of our other properties especially the 3/2 next door to this comfortable home if you have a larger group.This adorable fully remodeled cozy cottage is on a full sized quiet residential lot with a large fenced back yard. A small elevated wood deck with table seating for four and gas BBQ grill are at the rear of the house of the back door. Inside the house you will find a full kitchen equipped with new appliances and stocked with dishware,
cutlery, pots and pans and virtually everything you may need to cook with for either a weekend stay or a month long visit. You just need to buy the groceries while we will provide an assortment of herbs, spices, coffee and teas for your pleasure. The living room has a comfy leather sectional sofa with cable HDTV and high speed internet. The large bedroom has a queen sized bed with a Serta mattress, high thread count linens and comfy pillows, ample closet space and built in drawers with a small desk area with a plug for your computer. Extra blankets and bedding are there if needed. Plum Cottage has lots of windows and feels bright and cheerful while tastefully decorated. Bamboo floors throughout. Washer & Dryer are on premises.
There is ample parking both at the curb and off the street with plenty of room should you have an RV.

Property manager

Carole and Kerry Price

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: outside on deck

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 650 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Map
Austin, TX

What's nearby

  • Zilker Park - 3 min drive
  • South Congress Avenue - 4 min drive
  • Barton Springs Pool - 5 min drive
  • Austin Convention Center - 6 min drive
  • Sixth Street - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Austin Station - 10 min drive
  • Downtown Station - 15 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Matt's el Rancho - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kerbey Lane Cafe South Lamar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The ABGB - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Proud Mary - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 1/1 cozy private Zilker cottage!Wonderful area,walk to park and Barton Springs pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 1/1 cozy private Zilker cottage!Wonderful area,walk to park and Barton Springs?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1/1 cozy private Zilker cottage!Wonderful area,walk to park and Barton Springs?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 1/1 cozy private Zilker cottage!Wonderful area,walk to park and Barton Springs located?

This family-friendly Austin vacation home is located in Zilker, within 1 mi (2 km) of Broken Spoke and South Austin Museum of Popular Culture. Zilker Park and South First Street are also within 2 mi (3 km).

1/1 cozy private Zilker cottage!Wonderful area,walk to park and Barton Springs Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bill Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Zilker cottage
This place has everything you need and all details are taken care of short Uber ride to downtown but very walking distance to a lot of great restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location
Overall stay was great. Has everything you would need if you wanted to prepare meals. Good stay and would stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

C&D S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Austin getaway
Well equipped, comfortable and v good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maegan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay!!
Loved this stay, we will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
If I could give this place a 10 star rating I would! The owners, Carole and Kerry have thought of everything you would ever need! Their communication is above and beyond. We, my husband and myself, had never been to Austin before. Carole sent loads of information about what to do and where to eat. They checked in with us after our arrival to make sure we had everything we needed. The location of the house is so close to the downtown area. It only took minutes to get to major sites and activities. The house itself is very well maintained. I love that they had a binder filled with information about activities, sights and any type of restaurant you would be interested in. It also contained contact numbers if you needed them. They made themselves very available if needed. The kitchen is very well stocked with cooking gear and even condiments that you would need if you decide to cook and eat in. There is a washer and dryer and laundry soap available. We loved everything about this VRBO and would highly highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim and Mary L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Plum Cottage
Delightful stay at Plum Cottage. Perfect location for a family visit. Convenient, quiet neighborhood. Excellent attention by hosts, Carole and Kerry. Thanks!
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute House in Great Location
Very clean house just as pictured! Our flight showed up early and the hosts were very accommodating and let us check in early. The location of the house is easy to get around to any area of Austin!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for experiencing all Austin has to offer
Austin is one of our favorite cities. We lived there in the 80s & again when I worked for Dell recently. While we’ve moved away we still love spending time here. We celebrated my October Birthday at the Plum Cottage. It was quiet & cozy & perfect location for getting around to all the Austin hot spots. Thanks Carole & Kerry!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miriam F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick weekend in ATX
We absolutely loved our stay! Adorable neighborhood near everything we love about Austin. We found this neighborhood to be quiet, private, peaceful. The home was beautifully decorated and quite cozy. We look forward to staying again! Our hosts were incredibly communicative and helpful! Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lana M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything you need in a great neighborhood
Charming neighborhood close to great restaurants. The house had everything I needed. I just stayed for one night, but the house is set up for you to stay longer. Ample kitchen amenities included. The yard is a good size as well.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Cottage
My husband was attending a conference in downtown Austin and the Plum Cottage was a perfect location. It was 15 min to downtown convention center, walking distance to little Zilker park and a short drive to Barton Springs and the Colorado River. We enjoyed stand up paddling several days and a Shakespeare play at the outdoor theater in Barton Springs park. Our fur babies were safe in the backyard for playtime and loved the space inside for relaxing. We had a blast. We will definitely be back and highly recommended the Plum Cottage and any of the other properties Kerry & Carole make available. They are amazing at maintaining this property and we have no doubt they do the same for the other rentals they manage. Can’t say enough about what excellent service and property was provided to us. Very clean, cozy and met all our needs.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen G., Bloomington, IN.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super hosts
We have stayed at more than a dozen VRBOs. Carol and her husband were the best hosts we’ve had. They responded to texts quickly and were very caring.
Stayed 49 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary D.

Liked: Cleanliness
South Lamar cottage
"Cottage" is an apt descriptor for this neat little place, which is a fine example of well organized tiny house. The location really is a plus and it is amazing how quiet it was, given that it is actually very close to the busy South Lamar roadway. The photos accurately depict what is and is not there, but if you are having guests during your stay it might be important to recognize that there is no table for more than 2 people. If cooking is your thing, we felt this was the best outfitted kitchen of the many places we have previously rented. The hosts' attention to detail is very obvious.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect home away from home!
What a wonderful stay at a wonderful property! The hosts are so responsive, and have provided everything I wanted/needed for my long term stay. The cottage is cozy and well laid out, in a great neighborhood, and close to downtown. My dog loved the backyard, and Carole and Kerry made us both feel welcome. Will be back!! Thanks so much!
Stayed 62 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location & comfy bed
The Plum Cottage was exactly as described. Great backyard for traveling fur babies, close to variety of food, shopping & accommodations met all expectations. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and nice property to stay at!
Property owners were great and the property was as advertised! My wife and I had a wonderful stay! Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

munoz k., Fort Worth, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
The house location was great ! It’s an adorable property with all the things you need for a stay for 2 and it’s pet friendly too ! Great yard for the fur babies The hosts are great - receptive and quick to reply …
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susie O.

Liked: Cleanliness
As
It was wonderful
Stayed 63 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen H., Allen, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeded our expectations!
Our stay at Plum Cottage was even more incredible than we expected. We felt the care and warmth of the property owners not only through our email communications, but through the overall care put into the cottage itself. We felt right at home, and at times throughout the week just wanted to stay in the cottage because the amenities were fantastic, and the fenced yard was so much fun for our dog. The cottage is convenient to everything we love about Austin, especially Zilker and Barton Springs. The neighborhood was lovely, and we loved sitting on the front porch in the morning. The coffee and tea was especially appreciated by me, and the bedding was plush and comfortable. We truly had zero complaints and were very impressed!

10/10 Excellent

Kim A., houston

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and clean
Super cute property, we had everything we needed:).
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ronald C., Pittsburgh, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Long weekend in Austin
We loved the Plum Cottage. It was decorated beautifully and so cozy. Although it was close to the highway, it was super quiet. We loved the location for getting back and forth to Austin. Would definitely love to stay in the Plum Cortage again.

10/10 Excellent

Peggy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Plum Perfect
Will definitely return to Plum Cottage! So comfy and cozy!!!

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly T.

Liked: Cleanliness
We’ll Be Back!
Great property and location. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Donna S., Fort Worth, Texas, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect get away
We couldn't have ask for anything at all. Everything you could possibly need is here. Lots of literature on Austin to get you where you want to go. Great location--close to good restaurants, parks, downtown, UT etc. Would definitely stay here again and recommend to everyone we know.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dan W., Houston, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
We loved our time in Austin. The house was just what we were looking for and our dog loved the backyard.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019