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Small house: the heart of the east side

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Terrace/patio
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bathroomSleeps 220 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

Small house: the heart of the east side

Due to COVID19, we want to confirm our standard cleaning process for guests:
- Kitchen and bathroom are cleaned with windex and clorox
- Comforter is laundered between every stay (as are all linens/towels, of course)
- Fabric-covered chair and throw pillows have been removed
- All surfaces are wiped down (fridge, microwave, table, light switches, etc.)
- Clorox wipes provided for extra peace of mind

Rental highlights:
- Self Check-in
- Complimentary bikes
- EV charging for Tesla drivers
- Minutes to Lady Bird Lake
- 1 GB fiber Internet
- Pets allowed ($25 fee)

Our beautiful, minimalist Tiny House is a comfortable home base for tourists and business travelers. For leisure you are minutes from Lady Bird Lake and in the heart of the East Side entertainment. The Tiny House is also connected to 1GB fiber internet for business travelers and streaming video.

We also have two Linus bikes for you to borrow and enjoy Austin.

We look forward to hosting you in the heart of East Austin, just 1.5 miles from the convention center, and 10 minutes from the airport. We are kid friendly (pac n play, toys, high chair available), and accept dogs for an additional one-time fee of $25.

Property manager

Chad Nordby

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking outside is allowable.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Bicycle on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Smartphone
  • Unit size: 220 sq ft (20 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

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
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: There is a $25 pet fee.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: We provide a pack-n-play for babies.

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, a first aid kit, 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 not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Tiny House Heart East Side Austin
Tiny House Heart East Side
Tiny Heart East Side Austin
Tiny Heart East Side
Tiny House Heart of the East Side
Tiny House Heart Of The Side
Tiny House: Heart of the East Side Austin
Tiny House: Heart of the East Side Private vacation home
Tiny House: Heart of the East Side Private vacation home Austin

About the neighborhood

Map
Austin, TX

What's nearby

  • Lady Bird Lake - 9 min walk
  • Austin Convention Center - 3 min drive
  • South Congress Avenue - 4 min drive
  • Sixth Street - 4 min drive
  • University of Texas at Austin - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Plaza Saltillo Station - 2 min drive
  • Austin Station - 16 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Juan In A Million Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Lustre Pearl East - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Greater Goods Coffee Roasters - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kemuri Tatsu-ya - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Pershing - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Small house: the heart of the east side pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Small house: the heart of the east side?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Small house: the heart of the east side?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Small house: the heart of the east side located?

Located in the center of Austin, this family-friendly vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of East Sixth Street and Lady Bird Lake. Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue are also within 3 mi (5 km). Plaza Saltillo Station is 21 minutes by foot.

Small house: the heart of the east side Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rob C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location
Quite and comfortable tiny home with all the amenities you need for your stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience!
Great property and the owners were very responsive. Nice touch with snacks and water. Great location in East Austin!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Repeat work stay
Best accommodations I’ve found for myself…got the chance to love on the Frenchie puppy and the dachshund—adorable and just the seratonin boost I needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Austin stay so far
Perfect location for access to downtown and the eastside gym I like to drop in. Street parking was not an issue. I was immediately comfortable walking into the tiny home. The layout, overall build and finishings are lovely. AC kept the space cool and the bed is comfy. No issue with noise from the neighborhood. Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just right!
Great very secure location in East Austin. Bikes were fun since we used them around town lake trails. Host was very prompt with communications. Highly recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenzie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend away exploring Austin
We had a great time visiting Austin on our parents weekend away! The tiny house just added to the adventure. It was a perfect size for two and just what we needed. The location is wonderful and within walking distance to many, many restaurants, food trucks, and coffee shops. We also could walk to a big trail and enjoyed the lake view. We hope to come back to Austin again soon and be able to stay here again! Super fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place in East Austin!
We needed a place for UT graduation. This was perfect!!! House has everything we needed. We felt very safe. Loved the neighborhood. Sat on the front porch both morning and evening. Really a great space.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doug S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Tiny House
Neighborhood is truely typical of Austin, very transitional. Despite the main property being surrounded by shacks, I was told that those shacks are worth over $500k. The owners have a gorgeous home and the tiny house is nestled in the back. Neighborhood is very close to the downtown and a lot of amenities. HEB supermarket delivers. First thing I did was download their app. Ordered some staples. Only one block up from 2nd St, there were every type of resturant possible. I walked to Interno (Italian) and Skyview Pizza. Easy walking distance for great places without ever having to go to the pricey posh places downtown. Only complaint, UBER. The property is 2miles from the convention center. Chose not to rent a car, big mistake. Uber cost over $20-30 to get to downtown. Airport was over $50. It added up quick. There is plenty of parking in the neighborhood, so way your options for renting a car. The unit was simply perfect. The highlight was the bathroom. Huge shower. For a crashpad, it was simply perfect. I didn't have to ask for anything. Unlike many properties, the owners have done an excellent job with pictures and description. No surpises!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristal S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super cute stay. Great location
Really enjoyed my stay. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Elizabeth R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good Location and Well Appointed
Nice location and has all the details to make you feel right at home. Great layout in this Tiny House for 2 Adults and Pets
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

6/10 Okay

ANDREA B.

Not the best experience
Overall the property felt a bit neglected. We had planned to bring dinner in to eat on the deck on our first night but it was unusable as it was quite dirty and piled with leaves, as was the outdoor seating itself. The yard area around the unit was mostly dirt, weeds and dog poop. The property did not feel particularly clean inside either. Dust on some surfaces, kitchen counters were junked up with with various appliances and large dish drainer, the floor was gritty and the window tracks had mold growing in them. There was an old, well-used sponge left for kitchen use which was just disgusting. I wound up cleaning the counters/surfaces with clorox wipes and swept the floor so we would have some level of comfort. The jar of earplugs on the nightstand was odd and made us worry about noise but I only heard the train a couple of times in the night. Bath towels seemed old and were quite rough. there was no bar or hooks so we had to drape towels over chairs to dry after use. The unit itself is cute but its condition was not particularly inviting.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Terry S., Bay Area

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay! Recommend
Perfect jumping off spot to check out East Austin. Great communication with owner (let us check in early), easy access to unit, close to downtown! Everything you need in a self-contained tiny home. Highly recommend staying here & checking out East Austin & the bats under the Congress Bridge!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and place to crash!
The tiny house was comfortable and had everything we needed. We adventured all day and found this place within walking distance of great food, drinks, and entertainment. Would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mindy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
Had a wonderful stay here. The property had everything we needed and more. Location is within walking distance to so many bars/coffee shops/restaurants while still being on a quiet neighborhood street. Host was very responsive and kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jerany S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for my sort stay in Austin
This tiny home is perfectly secluded. The property manager gave me plenty of privacy. Short ride to downtown area. A lot of fun bars and food options that are within walking distance. Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021