Zilker's Peaceful Haven-Fun, Funky, and Colorful

Guest house near University of Texas at Austin in Austin

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Interior
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Austin, TX
  • Place, Zilker Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Barton Springs Pool
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Austin City Limits
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Austin

Zilker stay.Your stay at this Zilker guesthouse places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Austin Convention Center and Sixth Street. Also, Zilker Park is within half a mile (1 km) and Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Zilker Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Barton Springs Pool - 14 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Austin City Limits - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Lady Bird Lake - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Austin Station - 9 min drive
  • Downtown Station - 13 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Postino Wine Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪ThoroughBread - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪El Raval - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Paperboy South - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Zilker's Peaceful Haven-Fun, Funky, and Colorful

Less than one mile to Zilker Park ---stay near everything cool in Austin including Barton Springs Pool. The Peaceful Haven is a spiritual retreat from your busy day or a crash pad at the end of the night. If location, peace, color, comfort and unique art matter you will love my space. This space is behind my house.

READ BELOW.
WE WANT YOU TO BE HAPPY WITH WHAT YOU ARE GETTING SO PLEASE VERIFY THAT YOU HAVE READ THE FULL DESCRIPTION BELOW BEFORE YOU REQUEST TO BOOK. THE PHOTOS SHOW THE ENTIRE SPACE. THERE ARE NO SEPARATE BEDROOMS JUST THE FUTONS ON THE FLOOR FOR SLEEPING.

THE SPACE (A BUILDING BEHIND MY HOUSE)
* Home is a favorite on the Weird homes Austin annual tour.
* Approximately 300 sf
* Two full size futons on the floor, one in the loft, and big fluffy bean bags. Small bathroom with a very tiny shower (won’t be able to bend over in it). Shave you legs before you arrive :)
* Peaceful Haven is a quiet spiritual space. Please respect the spiritual nature of the space and the neighbors.
* Seeking clean quiet guests. This is not a party space but rather a very cool crash pad.
* Holds six but not very comfortable after four.
* Up to two cars can park on the street in front of house.
* There is no kitchen.

THE HOUSE is an active effort to Keep Austin Weird. It is also in the Weird Home Austin Coffee Table Book.

* Entered in the most colorful house in the world contest
* On the Austin Weird Home Tour
* On the Yard Art tour
* Enjoy Memania the art car in the drive way
* Undersea Mural covering fence
* Mosaic Mermaid Gate
* Rock Star Rock Garden
* Walk through the painted ocean wave to your space in the back

LOCATION OF SPACE---Zip code 78704 (“Not just a zip code—a way of life”)

A FEW BLOCKS FROM:
Barton Springs Pool
Zilker Park
Umlauf Sculpture Garden
Botanical Gardens
Barton Springs Restaurant Row
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2.4 miles to Convention Center
2 miles to SoCo shopping district

MISCELLANEOUS

Yes, there is a hot tub but it does have issues so it is not available.

Other things to note
To ensure the safety of both guest and property, we’ve installed exterior security cameras located at (insert locations here). These cameras are actively recording (insert what the camera(s) record, ie: facing south viewing porch, driveway, parking) as well as sound. We are notified whenever there is excessive use of any entrance to the property and will briefly monitor to ensure that both property and our guests & neighbors are safe and secure. Any tampering or otherwise intentionally disabling of our security equipment and/or wifi including, but not limited to guest repositioning, covering, or unplugging of this equipment may be immediate grounds for eviction of our guests with a forfeiture of guest rights to use the property with absolutely no refund to the guest for remaining night(s) stay including the possibility of loss of guest deposit for any and all damages to the property, including interior and exterior damages, in the event that the guest has violated house and safety rules.

*** IMPORTANT LOFT DISCLAIMER ***

WARNING of LOFT RISKS: A loft has an inherent risk of fall as it requires climbing to reach the futon on the upper level using a ladder. Young children should not be left alone in a room that contains a loft. Only TWO persons should be allowed in the loft at a time, and there should be absolutely no horseplay in the loft. To prevent strangulation, never attach or hang items to any part of the loft; for example, but not limited to, belts, hooks, jump ropes, and towels.
RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS FROM RISKS. As a condition of booking this ROOM/APARTMENT/LISTING, Guest hereby releases and holds harmless the Owner, its officers, directors, employees, agents, volunteers, and contractors from any claim, demand, loss, liability, damages, and attorney fees and costs whatsoever arising from, related to, or resulting from these RISKS, including those caused by the negligent acts or omissions of those released herein, and agrees to indemnify Owner for any claims for injuries to those allowed in the ROOM/CONDOMINIUM/LISTING by the Guest.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Games

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

A $250 Deposit will be placed on hold when booking. No noise after 10:00. No smoking anywhere on property.

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: No pets on property.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Zilker's Peaceful Haven-Fun, Funky, and Colorful to the airport?

This guesthouse is 12 mi (21-min drive) away from the Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Zilker's Peaceful Haven-Fun, Funky, and Colorful?

As of Dec 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Zilker's Peaceful Haven-Fun, Funky, and Colorful on Dec 15, 2025 start from $75.6, excluding 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.

Does Zilker's Peaceful Haven-Fun, Funky, and Colorful have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this guesthouse.

Does Zilker's Peaceful Haven-Fun, Funky, and Colorful offer free breakfast?

This guesthouse does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Zilker's Peaceful Haven-Fun, Funky, and Colorful?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Zilker's Peaceful Haven-Fun, Funky, and Colorful?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Zilker's Peaceful Haven-Fun, Funky, and Colorful?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.

Does Zilker's Peaceful Haven-Fun, Funky, and Colorful have a pool?

This guesthouse does not have a pool.

Does Zilker's Peaceful Haven-Fun, Funky, and Colorful have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Zilker's Peaceful Haven-Fun, Funky, and Colorful to downtown Austin?

This guesthouse is 1.8 mi away from Austin.