Home sweet Airbnb

Amazing Airbnb and Vrbo rentals around Austin

We could get used to this view. | Photo via Airbnb

Whether you’re looking to visit Austin in style for the weekend or are a local in need of an unforgettable staycation, we’ve compiled a list featuring 16 extraordinary rentals in the Live Music Capital of the World that are worthy of a trip for you, your partner, the bestie, or the whole squad this year.

Just a heads up: Prices may vary depending on dates selected, taxes, and booking and cleaning fees (sorry, Airbnb and Vrbo make the rules, we just follow them).

Close to Downtown

ATX_skylineairbnb — Got 11 friends to share this rental with?

The Ultimate Austin Experience
Enjoy the best views the city has to offer from the pool.

~$2,847 a night
4 BD | 4 BA | 12 guests
Heated pool, hot tub, private backyard and garden, free parking, views

Lakefront living

lounge chairs and a pool at the shore of Lake Austin — This Airbnb is practically an encapsulated beach vacation.

The Shore on Lake Austin
With 8,400 sqft and three boat slips for docking, this space is itching for you to throw a beach soirée.

~$3,100 a night
6 BD | 8 BA | 16 guests
Private beach access, heated pool, hot tub, lake views, outdoor entertainment spaces

Tiny Homes

ATX_thechateau — Enjoy your privacy at this greenery-shrouded dwelling.

The Chateau
Get cozy at this private loft located near the UT campus.

~$106 a night
1 BD | 1 BA | 2 guests
Private backyard, patio, washer and dryer, and nearby bakeries

For the views

A white, sculpture-esque home. — The famous Bloomhouse is “part Willy Wonka, part Big Lebowski.”

The Bloomhouse by Lodgewell | Fairy Tale Escape
This whimsical abode has organic lines, warm wooden accents, and dreamy views.

~$738 a night
1 BD | 1 BA | 4 guests
Garden view, patio, fireplace, outdoor shower, and balcony

ATX_cliffcabin — This idyllic space gives you views for days.

Cliff Top Cabin
Try and peel yourself away from these sprawling Hill Country views.

~$220 a night
1 BD | 1 BA | 4 guests
Private backyard, patio, deck, and parking

11 MORE EXTRAORDINARY RENTALS

Let’s settle this once and for all — what’s the coolest rental home feature?

A. Hot tub
B. Foosball table or pool table
C. Outdoor games like putt-putt
D. Rain showers or jetted tubs
E. An incredible view
F. I don’t care as long as it’s sparkling clean

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Wednesday, Feb. 22

2023 Texas Medal of Arts Awards | Wednesday, Feb. 22 | 7 p.m. | The Long Center for the Performing Arts, 701 W. Riverside Dr., Austin | $150 | Honor Miranda Lambert, Taylor Sheridan, and others at “the biggest award show in Texas.”
Journey: Freedom Tour 2023 | Wednesday, Feb. 22 | 7:30 p.m. | Moody Center, 2001 Robert Dedman Dr., Austin | $170-$1,335 | As if a concert from this iconic rock band wasn’t enough to get you on your feet, TOTO is set to open the show.

Thursday, Feb. 23

Tom Stoppard’s “The Real Thing” | Thursday, Feb. 23-Sunday, March 5 | Times vary | The Long Center for the Performing Arts, 701 W. Riverside Dr., Austin | $37-$47 | Stoppard’s classic tale explores themes of infidelity, reality, and art.

Friday, Feb. 24

Banda MS | Friday, Feb. 24 | 8 p.m. | Moody Center, 2001 Robert Dedman Dr., Austin | $59-$359 | Dance all night to this Mexican Banda group from Mazatlán, Sinaloa.

Saturday, Feb. 25

Absolute Beginning Hip Hop for Adults | Saturday, Feb. 25-Saturday, April 15 | Times vary | Ballet Austin’s Butler Center for Dance and Fitness, 501 W. 3rd St., Austin | $148 | This six-week workshop is designed to introduce adults and teens aged 16+ the foundations of hip hop dance.

Sunday, Feb. 26

East Side Pop Up Handcrafted and Vintage Market | Sunday, Feb. 26 | 12-4 p.m. | Central Machine Works, 4824 E. Cesar Chavez St., Austin | Free | Shop locally made goods at this pop-up.

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100+ MORE EVENTS

Weather

86º | Mostly sunny | 24% chance of rain

Development

Construction is underway on a 0.7-mile stretch of Barton Springs Road near MoPac. Crews are adding shared-use pathways, landscaping, bus stop upgrades, and a crosswalk in front of Zilker Botanical Garden — read the full plan. 🍃 (KXAN)

Edu

Austin Community College is offering students 50% off its lineworker certification program. The six-week course now costs $1,462 and provides hands-on training for working in the utility industry. (Austin Business Journal)

Opening

Tiny Grocer will debut a second location this summer. The tiny bodega will occupy a slightly-less-tiny space near Hyde Park, at 4300 Speedway, and is slated to offer a full restaurant concept of French comfort food. 🥐 (Austin Business Journal)
Omakase restaurant Sushi|Bar is moving out of Bento Picnic’s spare room and into the Holly Building at 2600 E. Cesar Chavez St. It’s unclear when the popular restaurant — which started as a pop-up in 2020 — will move. (Eater Austin)

Sports

Q2 Stadium unveiled new menu items, amenities, and technology ahead of Austin FC’s 2023 season. One of the major changes is new “Just Walk Out” technology at the ATX Market, which allows fans to charge purchases to their Amazon account without visiting a cash register. ⚽️ (KVUE)

Closing

Salvation Army will close its downtown emergency center, citing reduced capacity to provide adequate care in a statement. Salvation Army is working with partners to relocate folks under the facility’s care as it closes. (KXAN)

Event

English singer Suki Waterhouse will perform a free show at Domain Northside at 6 p.m. on Saturday, March 4, followed by a screening of her Amazon Prime series, “Daisy Jones & the Six.” You read that right, it’s free. 🎤

Shop

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How to eat plant-based with Blk + Vegan

Emani Corcran in her kitchen cutting garlic

Emani said Austin is a great place to be vegan. | Photo by Monika Normand

Whether you’re vegetarian, vegan, or vegan-curious, Blk + Vegan has a recipe for you.

For University of Texas at Austin alumna Emani Corcran, cooking has been a “lifelong love” since long before she went vegan. By the time she was a teenager, Emani had a collection of cookbooks and helped orchestrate Thanksgiving dinners.

After going vegan during the pandemic, Emani began sharing her recipes on social media.

“I think a lot of times people think ‘veganism’ and they start making salads and smoothies all day — that’s just not sustainable,” Emani said. “So, think of your favorite dishes and simply veganize them.”

Now, Emani’s Instagram account has 130,000+ followers and she’s wrapping up a book of her own recipes.

Emani’s cookbook, “Blk + Vegan,” will be available on Tuesday, March 14. Until then, we’ve got one of her recipes for you to enjoy.

TRY HER COOKIE DOUGH

THE WRAP

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