Your Guide to the Riverside Retreat (Taylor Gaines)

Your Guide to the

Riverside Retreat

Hosted by GuestSpaces Vacation Rentals

The Stylish Three Story Home

3BR | 3BA | Sleeps 6

Best suited for families, business travelers, small reunions, and those looking to getaway for some R&R.

Bedroom 1: (1) Full bed – Sleeps 2

Bedroom 2: (1) King bed – Sleeps 2

Bedroom 3: (1) King bed – Sleeps 2

Maximum Occupancy: 6 guests

  • This property is home to attractive amenities such as:
    • A sparkling swimming pool
    • An Instagram-able mural across the pool deck
    • Multiple patios (to enjoy a cup of coffee or glass of wine on!)
    • Flat screen TVs with cable + streaming capabilities

    Additionally, all vacation rental homes professionally managed by GuestSpaces are equipped with:

    • Self check-in / keyless entry
    • Complimentary WiFi
    • Linens + towels
    • Hair dryers, iron, + ironing board
    • Coffee, filters, cream, & sugar
    • Toilet paper + paper towels 
    • Shampoo, conditioner, body wash, + hand soap
    • Laundry detergent + bleach
    • Dish detergent, sponges, all-purpose cleaner, + trash bags

Before You Travel

The Pool – The thing you’ll love most about the Riverside Retreat is the sparkling swimming pool. Take a dip and then relax under the covered patio that features a colorful, Instagram-able mural perfect for group photos!

The Location – You’ll also enjoy short commutes to and from many of Austin’s iconic destinations. Rainey Street is just a 1.5 mile walk or scooter ride away! Many ride share app options are also available if you aren’t planning to rent a vehicle for your trip.

Please note: when outdoors, noise and music must be kept to a minimum at all times. Outdoor activity is strictly not permitted between the hours of 10 PM and 8 AM – as per City of Austin Short Term Rental Ordinance. 

House Rules + FAQs

Check in time is at 4:00 pm CST and check out time is at 11:00 am CST. If you need an earlier check-in or a later checkout time please request this in advance by clicking here and we will try our best to accommodate you.

  • No more than 6 guests may be in the home at any time.
  • If your guest count changes after booking, you must provide an updated list of all guest names and ages for our safety records. We are contacted first in the case of an emergency and must be able to verify potential occupants. If your guest count has increased after booking, additional guest fees may also be due. Failing to account for all guests will result in the termination of your booking with no refund or credit given.
  • Per City of Austin ordinances, music and gatherings are not permitted outdoors between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM. Parties are NOT permitted at any time. Additionally, we ask that you keep noise/music at a reasonable level at all times throughout your stay to respect the neighbors of this property. While this may be your getaway, this is their home!
  • Absolutely no smoking inside the house. This includes vaporizers. Please smoke outside and dispose of your butts properly.
  • Pets are not allowed in this property at any time.
  • GuestSpaces is not responsible for theft, loss, or damage to the personal property of you and your guests. Each vacation rental is equipped with a keyless door lock. For your security, you will receive your unique entry code 72 hours before your stay. Please ensure the door is locked each time you exit the home – most do not lock automatically.
  • Daily maid service is not included in the rental rate.  If you would like to schedule additional maid service, you may place a request here.
  • Trash and Recycling day is Tuesday morning.  Please put your trash and recycling in the designated bins and place them on the street (wheels against the curb).  Please also bring the bins back in after trash has been picked up.  Brown is for trash, blue is for recycling and green is for compost.
 

You can park up to 4 cars in the driveway. 

Network: GuestSpaces

Password: austin1612

To control the heating or cooling, please access the Nest thermostats located in the downstairs guest room, downstairs hallway, upstairs near the stair landing and one in the primary bedroom.

This home is equipped with a traditional drip coffee pot.

To ensure a complete return of your security deposit, please note the following:

  • Please make sure ALL windows & doors are locked before leaving.
  • Please rinse and place dirty dishes in the dishwasher and start the dishwasher.
  • Empty all open, perishable food and beverage items from refrigerator.  We don’t like to waste, so if things can be used by future guests, or taken by our housekeepers, please feel free to leave it!  
  • All trash and recycling to be placed in the outdoor trash and recycling bins. Please ensure all trash fits in the bins, and take any excess trash with you to avoid a fee.
  • Make sure to locate and pack all your personal belongings. GuestSpaces is not responsible for any items left behind.
  • Inform GuestSpaces of any problems such as appliances not working, broken dishes, etc.
  • Turn off all non-essential electrical devices.
  • Turn off all lights.
  • Set temperature to 80 degrees if using the A/C OR 62 degrees if on heat mode.

Please note that a $150 fee will be assessed if the above check out procedures are not followed.

To use our digital check out checklist, please click here.

Check In Instructions

Check in time is at 4:00 pm CST and check out time is at 11:00 am CST. If you need an earlier check-in or a later checkout time please request this in advance by clicking here and we will try our best to accommodate you.

 

You can park up to 2 cars in the driveway and there is street parking available

Each vacation rental is equipped with a keyless door lock for self check-in.  To open or lock the door, press the code and turn the knob.

For your security, you will receive a unique entry code 72 hours before your stay.

Please ensure the door is locked each time you exit the home – most do not lock automatically.

Upgrade Your Stay

Should you need anything else during your stay, feel free to browse our Concierge Services or contact our team directly if needed.

info@guestspaces.com OR 512-956-9977

Check Out Instructions

Please complete the following check out tasks to ensure a complete return of your security deposit.

To use as a checklist, make sure all tasks are set to “incomplete” (or the blank circle) to see the full description. As you complete each task, click the circle to “check” it off the list.

Please rinse and place dirty dishes in the dishwasher and start the dishwasher.

If you used the BBQ grill, empty the grease trap into the trash bin and scrub down the grates.

Empty all open, perishable food and beverage items from refrigerator.  We don’t like to waste, so if things can be used by future guests, or taken by our housekeepers, please feel free to leave it! 

All trash and recycling to be placed in the outdoor trash and recycling bins. Please ensure all trash fits in the bins, and take any excess trash with you to avoid a fee.

Turn off all non-essential electrical devices.

Turn off all lights.

Set temperature to 80 degrees if using the A/C OR 62 degrees if on heat mode.

Please make sure ALL windows & doors are locked before leaving.

Make sure to locate and pack all your personal belongings. GuestSpaces is not responsible for any items left behind.

Inform GuestSpaces of any problems such as appliances not working, broken dishes, etc.

EMAIL: info@guestspaces.com

PHONE: 512-956-9977

The first available member of our all-local team will reply shortly to assist you.

Please note that a $150 fee will be assessed if the above check out procedures are not followed.

Contact Your Host

Should you need to contact our team directly, please reference the following:

EMAIL: info@guestspaces.com

PHONE: 512-956-9977

The first available member of our all-local team will reply shortly to assist you.

Dining + Activities

Taquerias Arandinas Riverside – 2110 E Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78741

Starbucks – 1920 E Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78741

1816 Asian Fusion – 1618 E Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78741

Rosita’s Al Pastor – 1801 E Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78741

Taquerias Arandinas Riverside – 2110 E Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78741

Hideaway Kitchen + Bar – 4323 N Interstate 35 Frontage Rd, Austin, TX 78744

Rainey Street – We recommend checking out the slide at UnBARlievable or the live band at Icenhauer’s (every Sunday starting at 4PM).

East 6th Street – Laid-back bars, lounges, and patios. We recommend checking out Latchkey and Violet Crown.

West 6th Street – A great place to bar hop. Check out The Cat’s Pajamas and The Beez Kneez (conveniently located on top of each other) for two Instagram-able themed bars. Green Light Social and Concrete Cowboy offer more of a “club” vibe.

“Dirty” 6th Street – The world-famous row of local college bars. Any stop here is sure to be an experience!

Zilker Park – 2207 Lou Neff Rd, Austin, TX 78746 

Barton Springs Pool – 2201 William Barton Dr, Austin, TX 78746

360 Bridge – 4801 Plaza on the Lake, Austin, TX 78746

University of Texas at Austin (The Tower) – 110 Inner Campus Drive, Austin, TX 78705

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