In Elgin .You'll be within 16 miles (25 km) of Travis County Exposition Center and 20 miles (32 km) of Austin Community College Highland. Typhoon Texas Austin and Highland Village Shopping Center are also within 20 miles (32 km).
Travis County Exposition Center - 24 min drive - 18.0 miles
University of Texas at Austin - 30 min drive - 25.4 miles
Austin Convention Center - 32 min drive - 26.8 miles
Sixth Street - 32 min drive - 26.3 miles
Kalahari Indoor Water Park - 35 min drive - 21.6 miles
Getting around
Taylor Station - 33 min drive
Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
Golden Chick - 12 min drive
Whataburger - 10 min drive
Foodbox - 7 min drive
Taco Bell - 8 min drive
Aviator Pizza - 6 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Modern Farm w/ 2 Kings: 20 min to Austin, COTA-Tesla
Gil Haus, nestled on 20 private acres, is the perfect luxurious modern farmhouse for a quick getaway from the city. Built in the late 1930s, the newly renovated stunning interior will spoil you with Bertazzoni appliances and custom clawfoot soaking tub. Enjoy nature from the back porch, relaxing in the Adirondack chairs around the fire pit. This secluded home is ideal for a romantic trip, or it can offer a peaceful stay when you want to escape the city.
We apologize for any inconvenience, but animals or 'visiting' animals are not allowed.
Our well-appointed 3-bedroom, 2 bath home in the Manor/Elgin area is perfect for anyone visiting or working in Austin (30 minutes) or its surrounding areas, with Tesla 27 minutes away. The racing action at the Circuit of the Americas is approximately 30 minutes away. The Grand Lady and world famous Southside Barbecue are close by for folks that want delicious Texas barbecue before walking down the aisle!
The king beds have luxury gel memory foam mattresses for a great night's sleep away from home. The two gel memory foam Twin XL beds in the third bedroom are long enough to fit adults. There is also a trundle bed under one of the twin beds.
No animals or 'visiting' animals allowed, due to existing medical condition and treatment.
The living room is equipped with a 70” Samsung 4k Smart TV. Smart 4k TVs are also in main and second bedrooms. The Smart TVs have apps available for your login and satellite WIFI is available (weather permitting), with laptop friendly workspaces. The stereo is Bluetooth capable, so you can play music from your devices. Room-darkening curtains throughout the home allow you to sleep late and add privacy.
The kitchen features high-end stainless-steel appliances, including Bertazzoni electric range, drawer microwave, pot filler and is fully stocked with pots, pans, dishes, silverware, glasses, cups and kitchen towels. For your convenience, small appliances are also available: toaster, electric water kettle, blender, stand mixer and waffle maker. A Keurig (with complimentary K-cups), drip coffee maker & a French press is available for coffee lovers. The pantry cabinets are stocked with condiments such as sugar, salt + pepper, olive oil and spices. There are is a local HEB grocery store under 9 minutes from the house, plus a Walmart.
The outdoor deck features a small grill and Adirondack style chairs for enjoying the tree covered back yard and fire pit table. If you plan to enjoy the outdoor area, we suggest you bring charcoal, firewood, outdoor bug spray (like Cutter), charcoal starting fluid and a lighter. We apologize, but do not honor refunds for weather-related events.
Towels and bed linens are provided during your stay.
We cannot allow early or late check-in/check-out. Day/Visiting guests are not allowed per the booking app policy.
We do not sell travel insurance, but we highly recommend it for your travel investment.
No animals or 'visiting' animals allowed.
We have self check-in with an electronic lock to limit face-to-face contact. A unique door code is Active at check-in time and Expires at checkout. Thank you for helping us keep everyone safe.
HOUSE RULES
**Please note: due to Covid cleaning procedures, we are unable to accommodate early arrivals or late check outs.**
Failure to check-out by 11 am or checking in before 4 pm will result in an additional charge of no less than $200.
Guests are not allowed on the property until 4pm. There is no early parking or drop off of luggage or personal items allowed.
Any visitors on the property after 7:00 pm will be counted as Guests and this will result in additional guest charge of no less than $400 per person, per day.
This house is not child/baby-proofed. Children must be supervised at all times.
PET POLICY This property is not animal friendly. Animals or visiting animals will result in an additional cleaning charge of no less than $800.
SMOKING POLICY Do not smoke in the home. Smoking inside will result in an additional cleaning charge of no less than $1000.
PROPERTY DAMAGES Disclosure of damages to property and its contents must be made to Host through the booking app at the time they occur. Reasonable repair or replacement costs based on the item/s replacement value and/or labor and materials to repair will be assessed and charged to the Guest.
RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY AN INDEMNITY AGREEMENT
IN CONSIDERATION for being permitted to enter premises and property for vacation rental or any other purpose, the undersigned, for himself/herself, his/her personal representatives, guests, children, heirs, and next of kin, acknowledges, agrees and represents that he/she has or will immediately upon entering and will continuously thereafter thoroughly inspect such areas and his/her continued presence constitutes an acknowledgement that he/she has inspected house, deck and entire property and he/she finds and accepts such areas as being safe and reasonably suited for the purposes of his/her use and he/she further agrees and warrants that if, at any time, he/she feels anything to be unsafe, he/she and all guests will immediately notify the Host and advise appropriate persons.
THE UNDERSIGNED hereby RELEASES, WAIVES, DISCHARGES AND COVENANTS NOT SUE, owner personally and as company or corporate representatives, their members, managers, operators, officials, officers, directors, employees, owners and/or lessees of the premises, all for the purposes herein referred to as "releasees", for all liability to the undersigned, guests, representatives, assigns, heirs and next of kin for any and all loss of damage, and any claim or demand thereof on account of property damage, illness or INJURY to the person(s), or resulting in DEATH of the undersigned or guests, whether caused by negligence of the releasees or otherwise while in or upon the area.
THE UNDERSIGNED hereby AGREES TO INDEMNIFY AND SAVE AND HOLD HARMLESS the releasees and each of them from any loss, liability, damage, or cost they may occur due to their presence in or upon the area and whether caused by the negligence o the releasees, natural risky conditions or otherwise.
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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Rules
Registered guests only. Day/visiting guests not allowed; add additional guests to your booking; day guest surcharge applies.
Pets
No pets allowed
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
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Property is also known as
New Modern Farmhouse near Austin COTA BBQ
New Modern Farmhouse 30 mins to Austin near COTA BBQ
New Modern Farmhouse: 30 mins to Austin, near COTA & BBQ Elgin
Frequently asked questions
How close is Modern Farm w/ 2 Kings: 20 min to Austin, COTA-Tesla to the airport?
This vacation home is 26 mi (33-min drive) away from the Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Modern Farm w/ 2 Kings: 20 min to Austin, COTA-Tesla have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
Does Modern Farm w/ 2 Kings: 20 min to Austin, COTA-Tesla offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Modern Farm w/ 2 Kings: 20 min to Austin, COTA-Tesla?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Modern Farm w/ 2 Kings: 20 min to Austin, COTA-Tesla?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Modern Farm w/ 2 Kings: 20 min to Austin, COTA-Tesla?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Modern Farm w/ 2 Kings: 20 min to Austin, COTA-Tesla have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Modern Farm w/ 2 Kings: 20 min to Austin, COTA-Tesla have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Modern Farm w/ 2 Kings: 20 min to Austin, COTA-Tesla to downtown Elgin?