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Vacation rentals in Austin

There are 8,979 vacation rentals near Austin for all manner or mood of travel, availability of time off, and size of budget. So, if you are hoping for an affordable Austin vacation, you can find 10% rentals under $49/night. Or if you are willing to splurge on a luxury vacation in Austin, there are 898 between $482 and $11,489/night. Whether you are sleeping by yourself or with a significant other, or are travelling with a group of 100 there are short term home and apartment rentals in Austin to fit your Texas vacation needs. The most popular types of short-term rental homes in Austin are houses, apartments and private rooms. Austin has been a frequently searched travel destination this year and continues to grow in popularity. VacationRenter offers a wide selection of vacation rental availability from leading travel sites like VRBO (Vacation Rentals By Owner), Homeaway, Booking.com, and many more. Search your travel dates to find available Austin vacation homes for your trip.

Where is Austin

Austin is located in the heart of Texas, along the Colorado River and 200 miles from the Gulf of Mexico. Boasting 300 days of sunny weather each year and an average daily temperature of 68 degrees Fahrenheit, Austin is a superb place in which you can experience the outdoors. Are you ready?

Quick Guide to Austin

Consider these ideas for maximizing your time in Austin.

Music: Known for its music scene, Austin is considered the Live Music Capital of the World. More than 250 venues are scattered throughout the city, with many of them along the river and downtown. Austin City Limits at Moody Theater is a local favorite.
Lakes: Enjoy life at a relaxed pace at one of the nearby lakes. Lake Travis offers 271 miles of shoreline, freshwater and a limestone floor. Kayak, paddleboard, or launch a boat at one of the marinas. Lake Austin is a popular fishing spot for catching bass and catfish. The iconic 360 Bridge crosses the lake.
Trails: Austin is loaded with trails varying in length. Check out Barton Creek Greenbelt and Butler Hike and Bike Trail.

Home-types in Austin

Austin has a variety of property types for you to consider when booking a trip. Here are the most popular property types in Austin:

- House: 3,615 vacation rentals

- Condo: 2,245 vacation rentals

- Apartment: 2,245 vacation rentals

- Private Room: 1,251 vacation rentals

- Hotel: 249 vacation rentals

- Resort: 55 vacation rentals

- Villa: 37 vacation rentals

- Cabin: 28 vacation rentals

- Hostel: 17 vacation rentals

- Bed & Breakfast: 11 vacation rentals

Points of interests in Austin

Austin has several popular points of interest for you to check out when visiting the area. Here are the most popular points of interest in Austin:

- Austin Aquarium: 8,979 vacation rentals

- LBJ Presidential Library: 8,979 vacation rentals

- Cathedral of Junk: 8,979 vacation rentals

- Barton Creek Greenbelt: 8,979 vacation rentals

- Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge: 8,979 vacation rentals

- Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum: 8,979 vacation rentals

- Greetings From Austin Mural: 7,965 vacation rentals

- Austin Nature & Science Center: 5,926 vacation rentals

- Covert Park at Mount Bonnell: 397 vacation rentals

- Texas Capitol: 397 vacation rentals

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