Private Pool, Games & Pet-Friendly - Mins to COTA, SXSW, & Downtown Austin | House in Austin

Colorful, casual, and packed with fun—this Austin getaway is perfect for birthdays, girls’ trips, or family weekends. Splash in the private pool, challenge friends to foosball or Pac-Man, and relax in a quiet, convenient neighborhood close to COTA, downtown, and the airport.
⭐ “The house is super cute and the location was perfect… we had a wonderful stay!”
🌆 HIGHLIGHTS
✓ Private pool + arcade games
✓ Pet-friendly & group-ready
✓ Mins to downtown, COTA & AUS
THE SPACE
Private/fenced spacious backyard + pool, arcade games, and vibrant group-friendly vibes.
Kitchen & Dining Room
∙ FULLY stocked kitchen for at-home baking and cooking
∙ Elegant, KEURIG coffee maker, tea kettle, blender and toaster
∙ Cooking oils and seasoning essentials
∙ Abundance of dishware, glassware and silverware, including children’s
∙ Full-sized fridge and freezer
∙ Gas range and oven
∙ Microwave
∙ Rice maker
∙ Dishwasher
∙ Dining room table, seating for 6 + 2 bar seating
∙ Breakfast table
Living Room
∙ Massive Smart TV
∙ Netflix, Prime Video, Disney Plus, Hulu, HBO and more
∙ Sound system
∙ Books
∙ Room darkening shades
∙ Ceiling fan
∙ Toys
∙ Arcade machine
∙ Foosball
Bedroom #1
∙ King size bed
∙ Smart TV
∙ Premium mattress and comforter
∙ Room darkening shades
∙ Large closet w/ hangers
∙ Bedside table and lamp
∙ Dresser
∙ Full-length mirrors
∙ Ceiling fan
∙ Workstation/reading table
∙ Iron and iron stand
Bedroom #2
∙ 2 bunk beds (Double size)
∙ Smart TV
∙ Premium mattress and comforter
∙ Room darkening shades
∙ Large closet w/ hangers
∙ Iron and iron stand
Bedroom #3
∙ King size bed
∙ Smart TV
∙ Premium mattress and comforter
∙ Room darkening shades
∙ Large closet w/ hangers
∙ Bedside table and lamp
∙ Iron and iron stand
∙ Ceiling fan
∙ Workstation/reading table
Bathroom #2 (Ensuite)
∙ Shower
∙ Bath tub
∙ Shampoo and body wash
∙ Makeup washcloth
∙ Single vanity
Bedroom #4
∙ Queen size bed
∙ Premium mattress and comforter
∙ Room darkening shades
∙ Large closet w/ hangers
∙ Bedside table and lamp
∙ Iron and iron stand
∙ Ceiling fan
Bathroom #1 (Ensuite)
∙ Shower
∙ Bath tub
∙ Shampoo and body wash
∙ Makeup washcloth
∙ Dual vanity
Laundry Room
∙ LG washer/dryer
∙ Tide Free and Gentle
∙ Iron and iron stand
🏷 Outdoor Space(s)
Backyard/Patio
∙ Outdoor seating with umbrella
∙ Outdoor dining
∙ Mini private pool
∙ Grill station
∙ Sun loungers
Parking/Garage
∙ Free parking on premises
🚘 Nearby
∙ Mi Trailita Y Mas (4 min): Popular food truck serving breakfast tacos, tortas, and other classic Mexican fare.
∙ El Buen Taquero (4 min): Casual taco stand with authentic al pastor, carnitas, and homemade salsas.
∙ Hank’s (6 min): Stylish café and restaurant offering coffee, cocktails, and American eats with a cozy interior and patio seating.
∙ Barton Creek Greenbelt – Gus Fruh Access (8 min): Scenic greenbelt trailhead perfect for hiking, rock climbing, and swimming in seasonal water holes.
∙ Zilker Metropolitan Park & Zilker Botanical Garden (15 min): Large city park with open fields, gardens, paddle boat rentals, and picnic areas.
∙ Lady Bird Lake & Hike-and-Bike Trail (16 min): Picturesque trail loop for walking, jogging, and biking along the downtown waterfront.
∙ Deep Eddy Pool (17 min): Historic spring-fed public pool offering a cool escape with lap lanes and shade trees.
∙ Barton Springs Pool (18 min): One of Austin’s most iconic swimming spots—spring-fed and always a crisp 68–70 degrees.
∙ Congress Avenue Bridge Bats (18 min): Watch the world's largest urban bat colony take flight at sunset—an unforgettable Austin tradition.
∙ The Contemporary Austin – Laguna Gloria or Jones Center (19 min): Contemporary art museum featuring modern exhibitions and a lakeside sculpture garden.
∙ Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum (20 min): Peaceful outdoor museum showcasing works by Charles Umlauf and other local artists.
∙ South Congress Avenue (20 min): Trendy shopping and dining strip known for boutiques, murals, food trucks, and live music.
∙ Rainey Street Historic District (20 min): Unique nightlife spot lined with converted bungalow bars, patios, and food trucks.
∙ The Oasis on Lake Travis (25 min): Massive restaurant perched over Lake Travis with famous sunset views and Tex-Mex cuisine.
∙ Texas State Capitol (25 min): Impressive domed building at the heart of downtown with free tours and historical exhibits.
∙ Bullock Texas State History Museum (25 min): Immersive museum exploring the culture and history of the Lone Star State.
∙ Franklin Barbecue (30 min): Legendary BBQ joint known for world-famous brisket—be prepared to wait in line.
∙ Canje (30 min): Upscale Caribbean-inspired restaurant with bold flavors and a lively atmosphere in East Austin.
∙ Activate Games & Cidercade (30 min): Interactive gaming experiences and retro arcade fun—great for groups or team outings.
∙ Mount Bonnell (30 min): A scenic overlook offering panoramic views of Lake Austin—ideal for sunrise or sunset.
As your Host, our aim is to ensure that you have as comfortable a stay as you possibly can. We want you to create lasting memories during your stay in Austin.
But to do so, we would really appreciate if you could follow the below house rules. We know, we know, rules are boring… But these rules ensure we can provide future guests like yourself with a great experience.
Check out: Please reach out to us about early check-in/late check-out options in advance so we can coordinate with the cleaning company’s schedule and any fees they might charge for rush cleanings. Check out time is 10:00am unless otherwise arranged with us. If you are still in the home after 10:15am, an additional night charge may be incurred unless otherwise arranged.
Kitchen: Help yourself to use anything in the kitchen. We provide an initial supply of coffee, cooking utensils should you wish to cook, trash bags, cleaning supplies, etc. Our only request is that you wash all dishes and utensils used prior to leaving in the dishwasher. $50 dirty dish fee from cleaning company
Backyard: The private newly fenced backyard comes with a BBQ grill and outdoor seating area. If you decide to use the charcoal grill, please make sure you empty the ashes and clean the grill. If the grill is not cleaned, there will be an additional $25 cleaning fee.
Pool: When the pool is ready, it is your responsibility to monitor your group for their safety. It is a use at your own risk amenity and we are not responsible or liable for any injuries or medical conditions that occur. There is no lifeguard on duty. Any children under 12 must be supervised by an adult. Pets are not allowed in the pool. Guests will leave the pool area in clean condition, by throwing away trash and cleaning up after themselves.
Cooling/Heating: There is a nest thermostat that controls the AC and heat, if you could please leave the home at 70F when leaving that would be greatly appreciated.
Noise: As neighbors are around the property, we would appreciate if you could keep the noise down after 9pm. $500 noise complaint fee beyond midnight.
Parties: No parties allowed. $1,000 party fee.
No Smoking: Do not smoke inside the property, if you wish to smoke/vape, please do so outside away from the entrance of the home and dispose of all smoking waste. $500 fumigation/ozone fee for smoking inside evidence.
Pets: As we love our furry friends, we also care about guests with pet allergies and therefore avoid allowing pets. Pet fees are the lower of $50/day, $150/week, $400/month regardless of service animal status. No pets in the pool please
Plumbing: Please do not throw away anything down the toilet other than toilet tissue, the cleaning company tests all toilets before each check-in.
Laundry: There is a washer and dryer available in the property with laundry detergent available.
-Excessive Trash Policy-
We take pride in offering a clean space for our guests, and we ask for your cooperation in maintaining it. While normal amounts of trash are expected, any excessive trash left behind or improperly disposed of will incur a $50 removal fee by the trash company. This includes overfilled bins or trash left in inappropriate areas.
Thank you for considering our space. We strive to provide a clean and comfortable experience for all our guests. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Private Pool, Games & Pet-Friendly - Mins to COTA, SXSW, & Downtown Austin is located in Johnston Terrace. Private Pool, Games & Pet-Friendly - Mins to COTA, SXSW, & Downtown Austin provides accommodation, featuring Internet, Kitchen, Laundry, among other amenities. This House features Internet, Kitchen, Laundry, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Private Pool, Games & Pet-Friendly - Mins to COTA, SXSW, & Downtown Austin has 4 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 14 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have rated it 2, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Johnston Terrace has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Johnston Terrace, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.