Summary:
This contemporary house in east Austin has ample space for entertaining in the open kitchen, private back and front yards, and rooftop deck. Dedicated office space with a monitor and printer have you covered for business trips. UT stadium, as well as an excellent selection of restaurants and bars on east 6th St, are within walking distance. Access to Lady Bird Lake is a bike or scooter ride away.
The Space:
Please note, all guests staying at a Portoro home are required to sign a rental agreement.
The entire home is yours during your stay. On the first floor, an open floor plan uniting the living and dining areas is ideal for entertaining and looks out on the large backyard through a full wall of sliding glass doors with remote-controlled light filtering blinds. Enjoy Netflix bingeing on the smart tv, or catch friends and family up on all your quarantine stories while cooking meals in the well-appointed kitchen. The artwork in the dining room was created by the homeowner! Also included on the first floor you will find a fully dedicated office space with a monitor and printer, a well-stocked laundry room with a washer and dryer, and a half-bath.
The kitchen features a 5 burner gas range, wine fridge, LG refrigerator with 2 freezer compartments below, Ninja blender, Kitchen Aide Professional 600 Mixer, coffee grinder and coffee maker, french press, toaster oven, high-quality cookware, dishware, and cutlery.
The living room offers a Sonos soundbar, Smart TV, remote-controlled blinds, Very Large Fan. Grab the kettlebell or yoga mat in the closet for a little rooftop activity before you start your day.
The second floor of the house is where the 3 bedrooms are located. The master bedroom features a King bed, wall-mounted smart tv, and a private balcony that looks out onto the backyard. As well as an attached bathroom suite with a shower, soaking tub, skylight, and double vanity sinks. A Queen bed and a Full bed are appointed to the other 2 bedrooms. All bedrooms have ceilings fans as well as accessible closet space to use for the duration of your stay.
About the Outdoor Space:
The third floor of this house is a real gem. It features both covered and open outdoor spaces on the rooftop deck surrounded by tall, lush trees. It has ample seating, an electric grill, bistro lighting, a mini-fridge, additional fans for the warmer months, a portable Bluetooth speaker, and plenty of outlets. You can also enjoy the private, gated front and back yards.
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.
Additional Cleaning Fee:
We do require additional cleaning fees for guests staying longer than 3 weeks. Your Guest Ambassador will coordinate the cleaning schedule for 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.
Guest Access:
We offer self-check-in. Portoro uses smart locks.
•We cannot guarantee early check-ins or late checkouts in advance. If the house happens to be ready earlier than our standard 4 pm check-in time on the day of your arrival, we, in most cases will allow an early check-in. For a reliable alternative with guaranteed check-in or check-out timing, it's recommended to book the night before or after your scheduled arrival or departure.
The Neighborhood:
Franklin’s BBQ, Dear Diary coffeehouse, Bird Bird Biscuit, Cuantos Tacos, and Sour Duck Market are right around the corner. Get centered at Black Swan Yoga, head over the White House Lounge for some two-stepping, or enjoy drinks and ski ball at Full Circle Bar.
Getting Around:
Austin offers plenty of transportation options. Ridesharing, micro-mobility, and mass transit are available everywhere. The airport is just 10 minutes away.
We also provide guests with a full list of recommendations and services. This information can be found in the House Manual upon check-in.
Other Things to Note:
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”. Pack n Plays or High Chairs must be requested prior to arrival.
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.
