You picked the right city.
Welcome to The ATX Oasis. Austin is one of the best places in the country, with incredible food, world-class live music, amazing outdoor activities, and a vibe unlike anywhere else. This guide is packed with Kyle's personal recommendations, built over years of hosting friends here in ATX. The backyard is the star, with a heated pool, a hot tub, and a barrel sauna, but the whole city is your playground. Have an amazing trip.
Essential Info
Check-in: after 3:00 PM. Check-out: before 11:00 AM.
Self check-in, with full arrival details sent before your stay. Early check-in or late check-out may be possible depending on the calendar, so just ask.
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2419 Winsted Ln, Austin, TX 78703, in the Tarrytown neighborhood, minutes from downtown, Sixth Street, UT, and Lake Austin.
Free parking is available on the premises.
Just two big ones from Kyle:
1. Respect the neighbors. Please wrap up outdoor time around 10:00 PM and keep music at a reasonable volume (around level 45 on the speakers).
2. Have fun. Austin is a great city, so enjoy your time here and do not hesitate to reach out for recommendations or anything you need.
A few logistics: up to 14 guests, pet-friendly (1 pet), and groups with members under 30 need host approval.
Kyle built this guide over years of hosting friends in Austin. Call or text anytime at 727-481-5632 for recommendations, questions, or anything you need during your stay.
Property Amenities
Everything that makes the Oasis the Oasis. Tap any item for how it works.
Available year-round with 24-hour access. Instructions for the color-changing lights and the waterfall feature are in the in-home booklet.
Heats up quickly, and the controls are covered in the in-home booklet. One note: you cannot run the spa heater and the pool heater at the same time.
A short YouTube video with easy step-by-step instructions will be sent to you on the day of arrival.
The propane tank is provided, and extra tanks are in the shed if you need to swap one out mid-stay.
The best two seats in the house are the stone stools right in the pool, with the game on the outdoor TV in front of you. Please put the cover back on when it is not in use.
Connect your phone via Bluetooth to the receiver under the cabinet in the dining room, where Spotify is already set up. Keep the volume around level 45 max and please turn it off by 10 PM to be good neighbors.
Paddles and balls are in the red compartment underneath. Please do not sit on or move the table. Beer pong is totally fine, just use water in the cups, not beer.
Set up in the second-floor living room and ready for a little friendly competition.
Loaded with 30 built-in games including Mario Kart, and hooked up to the TV in the second-floor living room.
A full set of board games and a poker set are ready for game night.
Boards, bags, and folding chairs are stored in the shed. Please put everything back when you are finished.
🔥 Kyle's Hand-Picked Recs 🔥
Built over years of hosting friends in Austin, from the taco truck steps from the house to the best night out on West 6th. Tap a category to jump in.
Tacos
Veracruz at Littlefield
★ Kyle's Top PickSome of the best tacos in town, at this taco truck right on the corner of the street. There is also an ice cream and coffee truck called Besame next door.
Torchy's Tacos
Austin-born (it started as a single food truck) and now beloved worldwide. Best queso in Austin per the Chronicle 2026, and the Trailer Park taco is delicious.
Tacodeli
Tons of locations make this one of the easiest picks. The Jess Special (avocado, egg, bacon) is legendary. A true Austin staple.
Taqueria De Diez
Tijuana-style street tacos that are simple, authentic, and absolutely delicious. A great local pick for something a little different.
Breakfast Tacos
Arguably the most Austin brunch move of all. Grab tacos from Veracruz, Tacodeli, or Torchy's for a quick, affordable meal that is genuinely one of the best you will have all trip.
Texas BBQ
Terry Black's Barbecue
★ Kyle's Top PickOur top pick for BBQ thanks to a faster-moving line and lots of seating. Outstanding brisket and the full Texas BBQ experience without a brutal wait.
Franklin Barbecue
The legendary pilgrimage. Obama was the only person ever allowed to skip the line. Arrive by 9 AM and it is worth every minute if you are up for it.
LeRoy and Lewis
Austin Chronicle 2026 Best BBQ and a Michelin Star. Creative, non-traditional BBQ where the bacon rib is one of the best bites in Austin.
La Barbecue
Michelin Star and a Franklin alum, with a shorter wait than Franklin and stunning brisket.
Interstellar BBQ
Michelin Star and worth the drive north. Consistently ranked among the best in the entire state.
Sit-Down Dinners
Reservations recommended. Book ahead for groups.
Uchiba
★ Kyle's Top PickChef Tyson Cole's Japanese izakaya, with inventive cocktails, incredible small plates, and the same magic as Uchi in a livelier setting.
Emmer & Rye
James Beard-nominated farm-to-table on Rainey Street, and one of the most acclaimed restaurants in Austin right now.
Perla's
Excellent seafood on South Congress with a great patio and a gorgeous raw bar.
Jeffrey's
Austin's premier steakhouse in the heart of Clarksville. Classic, upscale, and outstanding, with a private room perfect for bigger groups.
Sammie's
A great Italian spot right on West 6th, perfect for groups before a night out on the street.
Casual Eats & Pizza
Home Slice Pizza
★ Kyle's Top PickThe best option for a big-group pizza night. Order on DoorDash and do not skip the Italian sub, which might be the best sandwich of all time. Chronicle 2026 Best Pizza and Best Sandwich.
All Day Pizza
Pickup only with no delivery, but absolutely worth the effort. The best New York-style slice in Austin.
Pool Burger
A tiki bar with great burgers and tropical cocktails, right next to the best dive bar in Austin, Deep Eddy Cabaret.
P. Terry's Burger Stand
Austin Chronicle 2026 Best Burger. Classic Austin fast food that will not break the bank.
Loro
An Asian smokehouse from chef Tyson Cole (Uchi) and Aaron Franklin (Franklin BBQ). Smoked meats with Asian flavors, and uniquely Austin.
Brunch & Coffee
Josephine House
★ Kyle's Top PickUpscale brunch with a beautiful Clarksville patio right near the Oasis. It captures the essence of Austin perfectly.
Paperboy
Austin Chronicle 2026 Best Brunch. The cheddar hash brown is cult-level good, with a manageable wait compared to most Austin brunch spots.
Kerbey Lane Cafe
Austin Chronicle 2026 Best Late-Night Dining, open 24 hours. Pancakes at 2 AM? Yes.
Mozart's Coffee
A classic Austin institution perched on the water, with incredible views of Lake Austin, great coffee, and a relaxed vibe. One of the best spots in the city to just sit and enjoy the scenery.
De Nada Cantina
Austin Chronicle 2026 Best Margarita. Incredible tacos and the best margarita in Austin, so do not miss this one.
Bars & Nightlife
West 6th Street
★ Kyle's Top PickOur number one spot for big groups going out in Austin. Favorites: Marfa Lights (country bar), Buford's (a massive two-story bar with DJs, games, and sports), Bull & Bowl (mechanical bull, bowling, karaoke, and great food), and Rustic Tap (tons of TVs and live music). You can easily spend the whole night here.
Rainey Street
A stretch of converted bungalows turned into some of the best bars in the city. Favorites: Banger's Sausage House (a massive beer garden with 100-plus taps and live music) and Victory Lap (an indoor-outdoor sports bar).
East Austin Bars
The coolest, most eclectic strip in Austin, more local and creative than Dirty 6th. Highlights: Whisler's (award-winning cocktails with a hidden mezcal bar upstairs), Chalmers (a laid-back outdoor sports bar), Cosmic Saltillo (a lively outdoor venue that is great for an early cocktail and is dog-friendly), and White Horse (a honky tonk with free line-dancing lessons).
Red River Cultural District
Austin's live-music heartbeat, and where you go for real Austin music culture. Favorites: Mohawk (the best outdoor stage in the city) and Barbarella (a retro dance bar that gets going after 11 PM).
Sixth Street (Dirty 6th)
The classic Austin party strip: loud, lively, and always a scene. It is best late night when the energy picks up. Favorites: Pete's Piano Bar (dueling pianos with a sing-along all night) and Blind Pig (an outdoor rooftop).
On the Water
Boating on Lake Austin
★ Kyle's Top PickA five-minute drive from the house. Rent a pontoon boat and ask to be picked up at Walsh Landing or the Hula Hut dock, then dock up at Ski Shores for food and drinks, one of the coolest places in Austin.
Kayaking on Lady Bird Lake
Texas Rowing Center is our recommended rental spot, and they often have a live DJ in the middle of the lake on weekends. BYOB.
River Tubing Trip
Perfect for a hot day. We recommend AustinTubingTrips.com for a party atmosphere with transportation for your group, AC vehicles, and the closest, most popular venue.
Barton Springs Pool
The most popular Austin swimming hole, spring-fed and 70 degrees year-round.
Lake Travis
A 45-minute drive for boating, water sports, and zip lining. The Oasis restaurant has the best sunset views in Austin.
Parks & Austin Icons
Barton Creek Greenbelt
★ Kyle's Top PickHiking and swimming holes, with the best spots being Twin Falls and Sculpture Falls off Hwy 360. Park at 3918 S Mopac Service Road.
Mount Bonnell
A short, easy hike with stunning hill-country and skyline views.
Zilker Park
A great park for hanging out, frisbee, or catching a concert. It is the site of the Austin City Limits festival.
Congress Avenue Bridge Bats
1.5 million bats fly out at sunset. It is free and absolutely unforgettable.
South Congress Avenue
The heart of Austin, with eclectic shops, great restaurants, and pure Austin energy.
Play & Pints
Butler Park Pitch & Putt
★ Kyle's Top PickMy favorite course in the world. A nine-hole par-3 right in the city where you can rent a wedge and putter, play in a larger group, and go first-come, first-play with no tee times. Very laid back, and you can buy drinks on site. Swing easy.
Peter Pan Mini Golf
An Austin landmark that is cheap, BYOB, and always a blast.
Holey Moley
Indoor mini golf on the East Side with a full bar and arcade games. A one-stop fun spot.
Hold Out Brewing
A nearby brewery with great beer, food, and cocktails, and a perfect afternoon activity. Part of Austin's fantastic craft-beer scene alongside Lazarus and Central Machine Works on the East Side.
Meanwhile Brewing
One of Kyle's favorite breweries, with a great play area and awesome food-truck options. A perfect afternoon hang.
The Neighborhood
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