Light Soaked Gem with Pool | Cherrywood

About this listing

Summary

This beautiful 3000 sqft home sits on a ½ acre lot in one of Austin ‘s premier neighborhoods. Designed with families and corporate stays in mind, the property is ideal for guests seeking a quiet neighborhood that is 5 minutes from Austin’s urban hot spots including James Beard winner Dai Due, UT athletic venues, downtown, Mueller, and the thriving East Austin scene. Here you will find a large screened-in patio, sparkling pool, and plenty of spaces (indoors and out) to relax, socialize and play.

Space

Welcome to this luxurious Cherrywood gem. Newly remodeled, this 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom residence features a spacious open floor plan, a chef’s kitchen, a dedicated workspace/flex room with a Peloton and so much more. Interiors designed by Lauren Ramirez feature quality finishes and stylish touches throughout.

The main level offers a large living room, formal dining room for 6, and a spacious kitchen equipped with bar seating for 4, stainless steel appliances, and all the kitchen equipment needed to prepare cuisines from around the world. Just off the dining room/kitchen is the 700 sqft screened-in porch with living room furniture and 2nd dining area for 12+ people.

The porch steps out to a large, private fenced-in backyard and large, refreshing pool, surrounded by a limestone patio. NOTE: Pool heating is available during the months of October – April and requires an additional fee. Please read section “Other things to note” for heating fees. This beautiful space functions as your own personal retreat that can be enjoyed year-round. Chefs can also cook on an outdoor propane grill, while guests relax around the wood-burning fire pit and comfortable pool lounge chairs. The main level also offers 3 Queen bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, one with a combination shower/tub and the other with a walk-in shower.

Walk upstairs to find the Master bedroom with an ensuite bathroom, dual vanities, and a large walk-in shower. The flex room is also upstairs and can be used as a dedicated workspace or exercise room. Here you will find a wireless printer, a Peloton, free weights, and a yoga mat.

Guest needing an EV charger are welcome to use the Tesla charger located in the garage. A Tesla adaptor is required.

The home is best suited to families, families with young children, business travelers, and those looking to get away for an Austin retreat.

Stay Local Austin is your host during your stay and will be there to answer any questions you may have about the home or the surrounding area. We strive to provide you with the best Austin experience. With your reservation, you receive access to your personal property manager along with:
– 24-hour self-check-in and guest support
– free WiFi
– free parking
– Kitchen essentials, dishes, glasses, and essential cookware
– premium linens and towels
– comfy beds
– Public Goods supply of shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and hand soap
– hairdryers
– iron and ironing board

NOTE: We follow the CDC and Airbnb Recommended Cleaning Guidelines. You can rest assured this property has been completely sanitized prior to check-in.

Also, please review the LONG-TERM STAY – ADDITIONAL FEES section below. Stays over 29 days are waived from paying the State and Local Hotel Tax. However, there are additional fees we need to collect for damage coverage and housekeeping.

LONG TERM STAY – ADDITIONAL FEES FOR STAYS OVER 29 days.

In compliance with our policies for long-term stays, we need to collect a few additional fees from you before guaranteeing this reservation. Please see below and reply here with any questions. Your guest ambassador will reply shortly and be available to assist you where needed.

Trust & Safety Fee:

As part of our effort to help you relax and enjoy your stay, we have partnered with Safely.com to provide you with $1,500 of accidental coverage in place of a security deposit. A portion of the cost for this protection was included in your rental rate and fees and covers you for accidental damages during your stay. The Safely fee for nights over 30 days is $200, $50 of which was already collected. Please be on the lookout for a payment request or resolution request for the balance of $150 and ensure the balance gets paid and guarantee your reservation.

NOTE: The Trust and Safety Fee is refundable only if the reservation is canceled in writing at least twenty-four (24) hours prior to the arrival date.

Additional Cleaning Fee:

We do require additional cleaning fees for guests staying longer than 3 weeks. Your Guest Ambassador will coordinate the cleaning schedule a minimum of once every 2 weeks. You can request cleanings more frequently if desired. Additional cleaning charges will be sent using a payment request or resolution request, immediately following the cleaning.

Transit

Austin offers plenty of transportation options. Ridesharing, micro-mobility, and mass transit are available everywhere. The airport is just 15 minutes away.

City Bus Stop is one block over and the City Metro at Manor Station – (Mueller area) offers a quick ride North to the Domain and Soccer Stadium.

Notes

Prior to check-in, we will send you detailed directions to ensure a seamless arrival.

Parking enough for 2 cars in the driveway, and plenty of curbside parking in front of the house.

Pool Heating Fees (Available October – April):
–NOTE: The hot tub heating is complimentary and does not require additional fees
–For guests wanting to enjoy the pool during winter months, we do charge a per stay fee depending on the length of stay.
2 night stay = $100
3 – 7 nights = $200
7-14 nights = $300
–How to pay fees: Portoro will send guests an invoice or resolution requests (depending on the booking channel) and heating fees must be paid in advance of guests checkin.

HOTEL TAX COLLECTION: Both the City of Austin and the State of Texas require all hotel and vacation rental hosts to collect hotel tax. We collect these two taxes within the booking transaction. The state requires 6% and the city requires 11%.
YOU ARE HELPING: A portion of the city hotel tax helps support Austin’s musicians and related businesses.

We do not collect a security deposit. As part of our effort to help you relax and enjoy your stay, we have partnered with Safely . com damage protection. The cost of this protection has been included in your rental rate and fees are listed as a ‘management fee’ in the detailed breakdown of your reservation costs. The Trust and Safety Fee is refundable only if the reservation is canceled in writing at least twenty-four (24) hours prior to the arrival date.

If you plan to stay longer than 29 days, please ensure you review the section about LONGER TERM STAYS located in the section above called “The Space”

Interaction with guests

Portoro offers self-check-in. As your hosts, Portoro will be available to answer any questions you may have about the home or the surrounding area.

Guests will have access via an electronic smart lock and the access code will be provided prior to your arrival.

NOTE: We follow the CDC and Airbnb Recommended Cleaning Guidelines. You can rest assured this property has been completely sanitized prior to check-in.

Neighborhood

Close to downtown and the University of Texas, this neighborhood is home to cool coffee shops, hip eateries, and adorable bungalows. Developed during the 1940s and 1950s post-war housing boom, Cherrywood is one of East Austin’s most unique neighborhoods.

From the property, you can venture any direction and land in some of Austin’s favorite venues including the Austin landmark Cherrywood Coffee House. Head South to Manor Road for Salty Sow, Haymaker, Dai Due, Bird Bird Biscuit, and Hoovers Southern Comfort Food. Or head to Mueller for Loca Dora, Halcyon, BD Riley’s Irish Pub, and Lick Honest Ice Creams.

Naturalists and outdoor lovers will appreciate the many green spaces nearby including Patterson Park and Pool, Cherrywood Green, and Willowbrook Reach

Access

We offer self check-in. All Portoro’s properties use smart locks.

•We cannot guarantee early check-ins or late checkouts in advance. If the house happens to be ready earlier than our standard 4pm check-in time on the day of your arrival, we, in most cases will allow an early check-in. If your need for an early check-in or late checkout is great, your best option is to book the night prior to or after your arrival/departure.

House Rules

**VERY IMPORTANT – All Guests must comply with our house rules. Not doing so will require loss of deposit and possible eviction.

1. Maximum Overnight Occupancy is 8 people. Please make sure you enter the proper number of guests that will be staying in the home when booking.
2. We love our neighbors! Quiet hours are from 10 PM – 8 AM daily. No outside noise after 10:00PM
3. No Smoking.
4. Pets are not allowed.
5. Except for families with children, ALL guests must be at least 25 years of age with photo ID proof of age for each guest.
6. Third Party Bookings require additional details and approval from Portoro before booking.
7. Small Gatherings and events with non-overnight guests require pre-approval, deposit, and additional contract.
8. Guest CHECK OUT considerations will be sent the day before departure.
9. Guests are expected to follow ALL check-out instructions as listed in the House Manual, including notifying the host at the time of departure.
10. To ensure your safety and proper access to the home and all of our guest features, ALL guests are required to read the house manual upon arrival, notify Portoro with any questions.

Known damages incurred during your stay (Stains and spills on linens, furniture, rugs) must be reported to the property manager immediately. Only artificial candles are allowed. No burning of natural candles inside or outside of the home. Closets and cabinets labeled as “Owner Use Only” are off-limits to guests. Please be respectful and never take items from these areas. Evidence of damage to the home will result in an additional cleaning fee of $250, plus the cost of damages to the home. Reservations made during Festivals and Conferences are non-refundable, i.e., SXSW, ACL, F-1, etc.

We cannot guarantee early check-ins or late checkouts in advance. If the house happens to be ready earlier than our standard 4pm check-in time on the day of your arrival, we will message you and let you know once it’s ready. Late checkouts are almost never possible. On the rare occasion that it is possible to check in early or checkout late, there will be a fee for anything outside of a one-hour window within our standard times. If your need for an early check-in or late checkout is great, your best option is to book the night prior to or after your arrival/departure., your best option is to book the night prior to or after your arrival/departure.