The Perfect Executive Retreat in Central Austin | House in Austin

10.0 (9 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   1 Bedroom  1 Bathroom  3 Guests
Allandale House | The Perfect Executive Retreat in Central Austin

1 Bedroom House in Allandale, Austin

The "Barkis Bungalow" is the perfect executive retreat - a fully furnished 850sf 1Br/1Ba guest home in Central Austin with vaulted ceilings, a walk in closet + all high end amenities situated in the middle of an acre on Shoal Creek (Guests tell me that they feel like they are in the middle of a park). It's a very safe neighborhood, just 5 minutes from the University of Texas; 7-10 minutes to downtown and 7 minutes from the Domain. It is wired to the hilt with high-speed internet and on the TV, Netflix and Apple TV.
Barkis, by the way, is my dog. He's a very friendly and lovable older Wire Fox Terrier and he's deaf and blind, but it doesn't stop him from visiting when you want him to. Everyone falls in love with him.
There is a private, gated entrance through the carport with parking on the property (and not in the street) and a circular driveway, providing easy access in and out. It is located in the beautiful 50's Allandale oak tree-filled neighborhood. The Austin bike path goes down the street, and the neighborhood is full of joggers, cyclists and every now and then, a guy with a bagpipe (just to keep Austin weird!). Guests who stay here love it because of its style, location, privacy and amenities, including a gym with weights, a Peloton and a Concept 2 RowErg rowing machine.
The guest home encompasses:
KITCHEN: Full-sized kitchen with brand new refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher, oven,
microwave; toaster oven; coffee maker; dishes; a full set of Calphalon
cookware; blender, rice cooker, glasses and everything else you might need for
cooking at home;
LIVING ROOM: Large living room w/ vaulted ceiling, dining table + sofa, HDTV,
and ceiling fan;
BEDROOM: Large bedroom w/ vaulted ceiling, queen-sized bed, luxurious linens, dresser, office desk (or vanity), side table, ceiling fan and walk-in closet with extra sheets, down and alternative down comforters and pillows (which are replaced every 2 months);
BATHROOM: Well-lit bathroom with very large shower and seating area in the shower with an overhead and hand-held nozzle;
LAUNDRY AND STORAGE ROOM: Large heated and air-conditioned laundry and storage room with brand new Samsung washer and dryer;
GYM: Very well-equipped gym with mirror; weights; Peloton and Concept 2 RowErg Rower;
PRIVATE PATIO: Private Patio with dining table, 4 chairs, umbrella and Kamodo grill. There is also a very large Weber gas grill up by the main house that you are welcome to use;
SCREENED-IN PORCH: In a separate structure there is a beautiful screened-in porch with a fan and view of the creek to enjoy
SCREENED-IN GARDEN: If you have a green thumb, you're welcome to visit the garden and pick fresh herbs and vegetables
OFFICE AMENITIES INCLUDE:
+ Color HP printer
+ HP Scanner available
There is a large home office in the main house, if you need additional equipment or office supplies I'm happy to provide them to you upon request.
YOU HAVE TO SEE THE YARD TO BELIEVE IT:
The guest house sits further back on a very rare (for Central Austin) 1-acre, well-maintained, tree-filled yard that backs up to Shoal Creek. Because the home is situated further back on the property, it is very quiet and private. There is also a large enclosed garden and separately, a screened-in porch with a fan that also has WiFi.
LOCATION: ALLANDALE AND THE BURNET ROAD CORRIDOR
The Bungalow offers the best of all worlds: You’re 7 minutes from downtown and situated in a park-like setting on an acre. You're also 7 minutes from the Domain. The Bungalow is located in the Allandale neighborhood of Central Austin on Shoal Creek Blvd 3 minutes from MoPac Expressway and parallel to Burnet Road as well Lamar (the primary North-South corridors in Austin).
It is within walking distance to some of Austin's best restaurants, including Fonda San Miguel, Epicerie, Voodoo Donuts, Monkey Nest Coffee and one of the best trailer food parks in the city. It is one block from the trendy Burnet Road Corridor (Central Austin's version of SoCo or South Congress). Central Market is 5 minutes away, as is the local HEB grocery store.
The long, tree-lined street is also the premiere area for biking and walking in Austin.
Here are other distances:
+ The University of Texas: Via Guadalupe 5 to 7 minutes
+ Downtown: Via Lamar Blvd. or Mopac: 7 to 10 minutes
+ The Domain: Via Mopac 7 minutes
+ The Arboretum: Via Mopac 5 minutes
+ ABIA Airport: 20 minutes (via the 183 Toll Road)

The Perfect Executive Retreat in Central Austin is located in Allandale. The Perfect Executive Retreat in Central Austin provides accommodation, featuring Entertainment, Child Friendly, Internet, among other amenities. This House features Entertainment, Child Friendly, Internet, to make your stay a comfortable one.

The Perfect Executive Retreat in Central Austin has 1 Bedroom , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 3 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 given good rated it, 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 Allandale has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Allandale, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
Bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop
  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Spices
  • Microwave
  • Espresso maker
  • Toaster oven
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Ocean view
  • Beach towels
Parking
  • Onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Car recommended
Pet Friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
  • Pet friendly
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • No elevators
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
Activities
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Bicycle on site
  • Fitness center
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
Entertainment
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Streaming services
  • Books
General
  • Unit size: 850 sq ft (79 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children
  • Dutch
  • English
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Desk
  • Computer monitor
  • Desk chair
  • Printer
Guest Services
  • Playground
  • Local meal delivery service
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Security/Safety
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 9:30 am contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 5:30 pm contactless check-out available
Child Policy
This property does not allow children.
Event Policy
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties;maximum event attendees: 12
Pet Policy
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet) note from host: i reserve the right to reject specific pets pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only
Smoking Policy
Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property long-term renters welcome parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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

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Tom D.
Jul 22, 2025 07:40:04 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Everything was great!
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