
Family-friendly vacation rentals in Central Austin
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Top-rated family-friendly rentals in Central Austin
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Cozy & Private Tiny Cottage
Discover the charm of our secluded tiny cottage, perfectly situated in the best neighborhood in Austin (East Side!), where privacy meets convenience. This delightful & quiet retreat is your ideal escape. Perfect for small groups, families, or solo travelers. ⭐️ 5-15 min walk to over 20 diff. restaurants, coffee, bars, parks, & pickleball courts! ⭐️ 5 min drive to Moody Center & UT Football/Baseball ⭐️ 10 min drive to DT, UT Campus, & Austin B Airport ⭐️ 15 min drive Barton Springs & Zilker Park

Next to UT, 3 Miles to Downtown, Pet- Friendly
You will love the warmth and comfort of this eclectic mid-century home. Located in the heart of the Hancock neighborhood, this home is just 1 mile from UT-Austin, St. David's Medical & 10 minutes to Downtown, Rainey & 6th. Delight in the comforts of a home away from home as you cook in the well-equipped kitchen or throw some burgers on the grill in the charming backyard. You can rest easy in your two private bedrooms or stretch out in the spacious living room with extra large TV. Pet friendly!

Serene Garden Get-Away in the heart of Austin
Relaxing is easy in this spacious studio guesthouse. Located under the oaks in the backyard of a lovingly restored historic home, this private 'petite maison' has everything you need to enjoy a perfect night's rest after seeing all Austin has to offer. Full kitchen and bathroom, Nectar queen mattress, gorgeous outdoor spaces and gardens. Wake to the soothing sound of a water-fountain outside your door. Close to UT, downtown, restaurants, & shopping. Go get it, then come back to peace and quiet.

ATX Tiny Home | Walk to UT, Moody & Food on Manor
Whether you’re in town for work or play, this location is perfect for accessing the best of Austin’s nightlife, live music and restaurants. Our guests rave about the home's proximity to everything in Central Texas. Walkable to restaurants on Manor, the University of Texas at Austin football + baseball games, and events the Moody Center. 5-Minutes from Downtown Austin and Lady Bird Lake. 15-Minutes to Lake Austin and the Airport. The Lilla House couldn't be any closer to all of the action in ATX

Gorgeous Urban Bungalow Minutes from Downtown ATX!
Centrally located sun-drenched bungalow in hip, walkable East Austin w/ superhost manager! Fully updated with gourmet eat-in kitchen, modern stainless appliances, cozy living spaces and large outdoor deck/entertaining space with gas grill and fenced yard. Walking distance to train & bus, great bars, restaurants, cafes, and more. Only a 6-min drive to downtown or UT campus, and 15 mins from AUS Airport. Perfect for a weekend getaway, work travel, visiting the universities, SXSW, F-1, ACL & more

Modern King Suite - Easy Checkin
Welcome to our freshly remodeled condo in the vibrant West Campus of Austin, Texas! Experience the best of city living in our bright and stylish apartment, perfect for both short-term getaways and extended stays. Easy Access & Parking: Enjoy hassle-free check-in with our straightforward entrance - just walk through the front door of the condo. Parking is a dream, with a dedicated space adjacent to the apartment. While not in a garage, the parking is extremely accessible and easy to locate.

UT Downtown ECO Pecan Tree House Austin Experience
Top 1% _WORLD, Gr8 for Moody Center(1.1mi). High-Frequency Bus, IT'S CLOSER THAN THE UBER DROP-OFF. Easy Self Check-In with a key code. Privacy & 5STAR AMENITIES. Cable/Netflix, Dolby Atmos Sound, Bidet, Fireplaces, endless hot water, Wifi & Wired. Free parking, less than $10 uber to downtown. Eco-Friendly, Healthy stay, with Dyson, Vitamix, Frame TV, and Kitchenaid. Enjoy the historic wood floor under your bare feet in a charming Solar-Powered 1930s bungalow under a 100yr old Pecan Tree.

Modern 1 bed 1.5 bath with yard in Hyde Park
Enjoy a stylish, relaxing getaway at this centrally-located home in Hyde Park. Walking distance to Joe's Coffee, HEB, 24hr Fitness, and many more amenities. Or hop in the car for a quick trip to Tyson's Tacos, Jewboy Burgers, Lazarus Brewery, Mueller Park, UT stadium, and all the great spots central Austin has to offer! This 1 bed 1.5 bath 2-story home is filled with modern amenities and has a private fenced in front and back yard. TV recently added. Come enjoy Austin and live like a local!

Cityscape Cottage in Clarksville neighborhood
Cityscape Cottage, Close to SXSW and ACL, On a hill overlooking North Lamar and Whole Foods with a spectacular sunrise view and City skyline view over downtown Austin. Just renovated. Everything new. Quiet and free from traffic. Reserved off-street parking. Walk to two 5 star restaurants (Jeffery's and Clark"s) and to the famous Sweetish Bakery just down the hill on 6th Street. Blocks away from the clubs and entertainment action on West 5th and 6th streets. Walk to your meetings downtown.

Walkable East Austin Casita (Little House)
This is a trendy, comfortable and convenient guesthouse for spending a fun-filled getaway in East Austin. Our casita is walkable to many of Austin’s hottest spots, including the Moody Center: Austin’s largest music venue. Built in 2020, our guesthouse features a lofted queen-sized bed, a couch with a pull-out twin mattress, an elegant walk-in shower, smart TV, and small appliances including fridge-freezer, microwave, and Nespresso coffee maker. Relax in style as you explore our fun city!

Tiny House, Big Personality w/ Hot Tub
Tiny House Big Personality may be very modest in size, but charisma abounds. . This Tiny house has all the amenities to make you feel like you're truly on vacation. Enjoy the fully equipped kitchen. Cute yard with an outdoor dining area. Lounge in bed with the ultimate 'netflix and chill" projection screen that scrolls down with an easy press of a remote. Plus a full size bathroom with a super roomy shower (more than big enough for two). Close to UT, dining, bars, and great things ATX!

Downtown-2 mi away-Grocery/Restaurants-1 min away
Pool/hot tub coming early spring 2026 - 2.5 mi away from Downtown Austin - 1 mi away from University of Texas -5 min walk (30 sec drive) to grocery store, coffee shops, multiple restaurants, convenience stores, smoothie shop, park, and swimming pool. -Golf course across the street. Play freely on golf course after 5pm - 15 min to Austin airport, amphitheatre, F1 track - 12 min away from Barton Springs, Zilker Park, ACL festival - Couches are sleeper sofas -Pet fee is $3
Popular amenities for Central Austin family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Wellness Oasis: Cold Plunge, Hot Tub, Sauna, Steam

Luxe Downtown Gem W/SpaPool, MinsWalk To SXSW

Steve McQueen Penthouse-You are the King of Cool

Lost Horizon Escape near the Domain and Arboretum

Epic Lake Travis Sunset! Pizza Oven Pool Spa Kayak

Austin Romantic Hill Country Hideaway + hot tub

Beautiful Bungalow with HOT TUB! Clean & Cozy

Walk to Stadium! | Hot Tub | 1mi UT | 2.2mi to DT
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Enjoy Heated Waterfall Pool + Art at SOCO Gallery

Wild Basin sanctuary - Unit A

East Downtown Austin Modern Condo

Home Away from Home in South Austin w patio

Large High Ceiling Creative LiveSpace

Bohemian Bolthole: Live like a Native Austinite

LoCo For SoCo

Historic UT Tree House, Walk to Moody
Family-friendly home rentals with a pool

Downtown, Free Parking!

Modern space in prime east DTATX

Walk to Soco + Lounge Poolside at Luxe King Suite

Rustic TexMex Home close to Downtown w/ Big Pool

STAY AT OUR LUXURY RESORT - Studio Suite!

Rainey Street Luxury | Best Pool and Views in ATX

The Water Sol | Stylish Austin Treehouse Vibes

Spacious Luxury Condo. Steps from Lake & Rainey st
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ510 | ﺩ.ﺇ551 | ﺩ.ﺇ705 | ﺩ.ﺇ606 | ﺩ.ﺇ569 | ﺩ.ﺇ525 | ﺩ.ﺇ499 | ﺩ.ﺇ540 | ﺩ.ﺇ551 | ﺩ.ﺇ797 | ﺩ.ﺇ595 | ﺩ.ﺇ521 |
| Avg. temp | 11°C | 13°C | 17°C | 21°C | 25°C | 28°C | 30°C | 30°C | 27°C | 22°C | 16°C | 12°C |
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Central Austin vacation rentals start at ﺩ.ﺇ73 per night before taxes and fees

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Pet-friendly vacation rentals
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Vacation rentals with a pool
40 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
160 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
260 of Central Austin vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool across Central Austin rentals

4.8 Average rating
Central Austin stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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- Zilker Botanical Garden
- Circuit of The Americas
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- Mueller
- McKinney Falls State Park
- The Domain
- Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
- Mount Bonnell
- Austin Convention Center
- Hidden Falls Adventure Park
- Pedernales Falls State Park
- Hamilton Pool Preserve
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- Inks Lake State Park
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- Wimberley Market Days
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