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Sixth Street and University of Texas at Austin are located near Historic French-Inspired Home ❤️ Free Parking | Near Capitol & Downtown, which provides a water park, a garden and a playground. In addition to an arcade/games room and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is NZ$482
includes taxes & fees
22 June - 23 June

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About this property

Historic French-Inspired Home ❤️ Free Parking | Near Capitol & Downtown

  • Life Time Opportunity staying at this ATX Historic French Royal Manor right by Capitol! Learn more about what Austin Homes and Rental Management do and how to book with discount.
    This beautifully restored 1890 upstairs unit, originally built by French royal family, blends historic elegance with modern comfort. Stroll to the Texas Capitol, UT Austin, and Austin’s top cafés, bars, and boutiques. Enjoy warm interiors, rich architecture and arts, and the charm of old-world France, all just steps from the city’s vibrant downtown scene.
    Create lasting Austin memories in a one-of-a-kind space that captures the soul of the city’s history and creativity.
    ★★ THE SPACE ★★
    Experience vintage charm paired with modern touches throughout this fully furnished upstairs apartment. With 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and a spacious living area, the home is perfect for couples, business travelers, or small families seeking a peaceful retreat with walkable city access.

    ✹ Built in 1890 by French royalty – rich history, elegant design, and cultural significance
    ✹ Once home to Sarah Weddington’s law firm, pivotal in the Roe v. Wade case
    ✹ High ceilings, hardwood floors, and vintage windows preserve 19th-century character
    ✹ Thoughtfully restored interiors with a balance of classic and contemporary style
    ✹ Upstairs apartment offering quiet privacy in a central downtown location

    ★★ BEDROOMS ★★

    Two inviting bedrooms offer hotel-quality comfort, soft linens, and blackout curtains for restful sleep.
    ✹ Bedroom 1: Queen bed, ample storage, and vintage charm
    ✹ Bedroom 2: Queen bed with cozy décor and natural light
    ✹ Each room includes high-quality bedding, blackout curtains, and a workspace setup

    ★★ BATHROOM ★★
    A clean and classic bathroom featuring modern fixtures, plush towels, and toiletries.

    ✔ Shower/tub combo
    ✔ Fresh towels & premium bath amenities
    ✔ Hair dryer & storage

    ★★ KITCHEN + DINING ★★

    The bright and fully equipped kitchen offers everything needed to cook and dine in comfort.

    ✔ Full-sized stainless steel appliances
    ✔ Cookware, utensils, and dinnerware
    ✔ Coffee maker + basic pantry essentials
    ✔ Breakfast nook dining area

    ★★ LIVING ROOM ★★

    Relax in the cozy, light-filled living area — perfect for unwinding after a day exploring Austin.

    ✔ Smart TV
    ✔ Comfortable seating with sofa + chairs
    ✔ Large vintage windows for natural light
    ✔ Historic accents blended with modern comfort

    ★★ OUTDOOR SPACE + PARKING ★★

    Enjoy the calm of a quiet street from your private balcony, or take advantage of the ample back-lot parking behind the home.

    ✔ Private balcony for morning coffee or evening drinks
    ✔ Plenty of parking behind the building (3 cars max )
    ✔ Entry via keypad at the back staircase (front door belongs to another unit)

    ★★ LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS ★★

    Unbeatable downtown location close to Austin’s best attractions:

    ✔ Texas Capitol – 5 min walk
    ✔ Moon light Tower - 5min Walk
    ✔ University of Texas – 5 min drive
    ✔ 6th Street Entertainment District – 7 min drive
    ✔ Whole Foods & local dining – 5 min away
    ✔ Zilker Park & Barton Springs – 10 min drive

    You’ll be steps from Austin’s culture, nightlife, and local gems — yet tucked away in a serene residential pocket.

    ★★ ADDITIONAL DETAILS ★★

    ✔ Wi-Fi QR code inside for quick connection
    ✔ Washer/dryer in unit
    ✔ Pet-friendly (with approval)
    ✔ Professionally cleaned & triple-inspected before every stay

    ★☆ BOOK TODAY AND EXPERIENCE AUSTIN’S HISTORY COME TO LIFE ☆★

    Whether you’re visiting for work, leisure, or exploration, this home offers a unique chance to stay inside a piece of Austin’s story — with all the comforts of a modern retreat.

    Please Note : To ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for both guests and host, we kindly ask all confirmed guests to sign a short rental agreement after booking.

    No smoking, weed, or vaping of any form is allowed at our home. Even if smoking occurs outside, guests will be charged and reported to platform if any smoke smell is found inside the property after checkout.

    Please ensure the door is locked at checkout.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Farming classes
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Padel
  • Pickleball
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycles
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Farming classes
  • Garden
  • Grey water recycling system
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Living plant wall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Please don't access the downstairs commercial space.
1.Guests must sign a short-term rental agreement and a $300 security deposit hold which will be released 7 days after checkout if no damages reported.
Please share the reason for your visit when booking. The host may cancel if the stay doesn’t feel like a good fit.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Some water is reused through a grey water recycling system
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Downtown Austin, a neighbourhood in Austin, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a river. Moody Theater and Austin City Limits are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Sixth Street and Rainey Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Moody Center or Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating. Visit our Austin travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Texas State Capitol
    Texas State Capitol
    8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum
    Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sixth Street
    Sixth Street
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • University of Texas at Austin
    University of Texas at Austin
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Downtown Austin skyline. Austin is the capital of Texas, USA. Panorama view of the central business district and Lady Bird Lake on the Colorado River.
    Moody Center
    4 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Austin Station
    8 min drive
  • Downtown Station
    9 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
    10 min walk
  • Chick-fil-A
    9 min walk
  • P Terry’s Burger Stand
    9 min walk
  • The Clay Pit
    8 min walk
  • Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea
    8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Historic French-Inspired Home ❤️ Free Parking | Near Capitol & Downtown have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic French-Inspired Home ❤️ Free Parking | Near Capitol & Downtown?

As of 16 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic French-Inspired Home ❤️ Free Parking | Near Capitol & Downtown on 22 Jun 2026 start from NZ$482, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Historic French-Inspired Home ❤️ Free Parking | Near Capitol & Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Historic French-Inspired Home ❤️ Free Parking | Near Capitol & Downtown?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic French-Inspired Home ❤️ Free Parking | Near Capitol & Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic French-Inspired Home ❤️ Free Parking | Near Capitol & Downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic French-Inspired Home ❤️ Free Parking | Near Capitol & Downtown located?

This family-friendly Austin holiday home is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Texas State Capitol, Sixth Street and University of Texas at Austin. Lady Bird Lake and Moody Theater are also within 1 mile (2 km). Downtown Station is 27 minutes by foot and Austin Station is 20 minutes.

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10/10 Excellent

Morgan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
our stay was more than amazing. the host was very accommodating and communicated well.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
W enjoyed our stay and everything was readily available. The host was kind and responsive!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Diana A.

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The place, the host and the location were all amazing!! We came into town for the UT/A&M game and we were able to easily walk to the stadium. 10/10 totally would recommend staying here!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lara D.

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We enjoyed our stay very much. The property is very centrally located, very comfortable, and beautifully decorated. The communication with Zoe was easy and we did not have any issues. There is parking at the back, and we were able to keep the car at the property and walk around for most of the time. We will definitely be back next time we are in Austin
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

casey a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, bright, comfortable. Just as pictured. Communication with the host was easy and responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026