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The Bloomhouse | Iconic Austin Sculptural Stay

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Restauration en plein air
Téléviseur, bureau
Extérieur
1 chambre, fer et planche à repasser, Wi-Fi, literie fournie
Intérieur

Maison entière

1 chambre1 salle de bain

Commodités populaires

  • Sécheuse
  • Laveuse
  • Climatisation
  • Espace extérieur
  • Barbecue
  • Cuisine

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The Bloomhouse | Iconic Austin Sculptural Stay

Summary:
West Austin | Fairy Tale Escape | 1100 Sq. Ft. | Sleeps 4

Ever stay in a giant seashell unicorn? No, you haven’t, but now you can cross it off your bucket list. This magical work of art is part Willy Wonka, part Big Lebowski, and totally unlike anywhere else. Do it for the ‘gram, but also for your soul.

The Space:
Come take a vacation from the real world of right angles and ticky tacky boxes. Situated on a secluded lot and wonderfully restored, The Bloomhouse is a celebration of all things magical and mystical.

How the heck did this magnificent beast come to be? Like all the best things in Austin, it started with some hippies and a dream. See, back in the 70s, while Wooderson was wasting all his time away, two UT architecture students decided to build an escape from society that would become a monument to man and nature. Their goal was a home that would not only protect you from the elements but allow you to live in harmony with the environment. They wanted this quixotic vision to provide a place of peace and isolation, a place so far removed that for many years there was no physical address.

Then the hippie dream disappeared into the 1980’s Austin real estate boom, and there in the hills, the Bloomhouse waited. It would need just the right person who could see the home’s potential to bring this work of art back from the brink. And then the home’s fortunes shifted on a chance event. In 2017, Dave Claunch saw a real estate ad fall out of an Austin Business Journal for the Bloomhouse – a local legend he had learned about during his time as mayor. Claunch knew he had to save and preserve this one-of-a-kind place. Since buying the home, Claunch has spent over a year meticulously restoring the home with period-specific details to take it back to its original form.

When you drive away from the shores of Lake Austin through West Lake Hills on your way to the Bloomhouse, you don’t know exactly where you’re headed, but you know it’s up. Up, up, up, and up the high road (Bloomhouse is literally located off of High Road). With unbelievable views of downtown Austin receding in your rearview, you find the side street where the house awaits in a wooded valley. Traveling along the road, you see her—the fantastical beast in the clearing—and you laugh out loud at the ridiculousness, the joy, the sheer courage of a house built to bend the rules of what’s possible. Is it a white wolf in the clearing? A merengue sculpture? A mirage? You appear to have entered another planet’s architectural heritage, and you’ve arrived exactly where you’re supposed to be.

When you stay at the Bloomhouse, you are entering a place where magic can and will happen. Without one straight line or corner in the entire structure*, your thoughts are free of the constraints that our angular world creates. At the Bloomhouse, you leave behind the confines of modernity and the rules of logic, to live only in whimsy. We are alive in a fairytale of our own making. Let the story begin.

*Ok ok, the sliding back doors are technically rectangles, but you catch our drift. ;-)

NOTE: Due to the unique architecture, curves, pathways, The Bloomhouse cannot accommodate children under the age of 5.

Guest Access:
You have rented the entire home to yourself. A unique code will be provided a day prior to arrival.

Getting Around:
The nearest international airport is Austin (AUS) 16 miles | 23 km away. We recommend having a car to fully explore the plethora of nearby attractions. However, there is Uber and Lyft in Austin as well, if you prefer.

The Bloomhouse is situated in the West Lake Hills area of Austin, known for its scenic landscapes and proximity to various outdoor activities. Here's what you can expect from the neighborhood:

Natural Attractions: The house is close to Lake Austin, offering opportunities for boating and water activities. Nearby parks like Red Bud Isle and Mount Bonnell provide picturesque settings for hiking and picnicking.

Dining and Entertainment: There are several notable spots for dining and leisure in the vicinity. Hula Hut and Abel’s on the Lake offer lakeside dining experiences, while Mozart's Coffee is a popular spot for a relaxing coffee break with a view. The County Line on the Hill is another local favorite, known for its BBQ​.

Convenience and Accessibility: The Bloomhouse is located off High Road, providing a secluded and peaceful environment. Despite its privacy, it’s a short drive from downtown Austin, making it convenient for guests who wish to explore the city’s vibrant culture and nightlife​.

Other Things to Note:
Guests will need to sign a Rental Agreement upon booking confirmation.

We provide some bath essentials like soap, shampoo, conditioner, body gel, toilet paper, and some garbage bags. Please note that these are not replenished during your stay.

The Bloomhouse cannot accommodate children under the age of 5.

Daily house cleaning is not available however, if you would like a mid-stay cleaning, one can be arranged for a fee. Please let us know in advance.

We kindly ask all guests to abide by these HOUSE RULES:
- Travelers must be at least 25 years old or older to book.
- No smoking of any kind (tobacco, cannabis, vaping etc.) inside the home, and the use of any recreational drugs on the premises is strictly prohibited.
- No parties, events, or illegal activities are permitted, and no excessive noise, especially between 10:00 pm and 7 am, will be tolerated. Please respect the neighbors.
- No more guests than those listed in your reservation are allowed.

Interaction with Guests:
You will have the entire home to yourself and/or your group joining with you on your reservation however if you do need to reach us during your stay our staff is available to you by phone during your stay.

Gestionnaire de l’hébergement

Lodgewell

Langues

Anglais, espagnol

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Commodités de l’hébergement

Internet

  • Disponible dans la maison : Wi-Fi

Stationnement et transport

  • Options de stationnement sur place incluant un garage

Cuisine

  • Batterie de cuisine, vaisselle et couverts
  • Cafetière-théière
  • Four
  • Four à micro-ondes
  • Grille-pain
  • Lave-vaisselle
  • Réfrigérateur
  • Surface de cuisson

Chambres

  • Chambre
  • Draps fournis

Salle de bain

  • 1 salle de bain
  • Douche
  • Séchoir à cheveux

Divertissement

  • Téléviseur

Espaces extérieurs

  • Balcon
  • Barbecue
  • Jardin

Buanderie

  • Installations de buanderie
  • Laveuse

Espaces de travail

  • Bureau

Confort

  • Chauffage
  • Climatisation

Animaux de compagnie

  • Aucun animal de compagnie autorisé

Accessibilité

  • Hébergement non-fumeurs

Services et commodités

  • Fer et planche à repasser

Dispositifs de sécurité

  • Détecteur de monoxyde de carbone (L’hôte a indiqué qu’il y avait un détecteur de monoxyde de carbone dans l’hébergement.)
  • Détecteur de fumée (L’hôte a indiqué qu’il y avait un détecteur de fumée dans l’hébergement.)
  • Trousse de premiers soins
  • Extincteur

Information générale

  • Jardin

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Politiques

Arrivée

Arrivée à partir de 15 h
Arrivée sans contact offerte
Âge minimal pour l’enregistrement : 21 ans

Départ

L’heure limite de départ est 11 h.

Instructions spéciales pour l’enregistrement

L’hôte vous enverra un courriel contenant les instructions relatives à l’arrivée et au départ.

Animaux de compagnie

Les animaux de compagnie ne sont pas autorisés.

Enfants et lits supplémentaires

Les enfants sont bienvenus.

Renseignements importants

À savoir

Des frais par personne supplémentaire peuvent s’appliquer et varient selon les politiques de l’établissement.
Une pièce d’identité avec photo émise par le gouvernement et un dépôt en espèces, une carte de crédit ou une carte de débit pour couvrir les frais accessoires peuvent être requis à l’arrivée.
Les demandes spéciales sont sujettes à la disponibilité au moment de l’enregistrement et peuvent entraîner des frais supplémentaires. Les demandes spéciales ne peuvent pas être garanties.
Les fêtes et les événements de groupe sont strictement interdits.
L’hôte a indiqué qu’il y avait un détecteur de monoxyde de carbone dans l’hébergement.
L’hôte a indiqué qu’il y avait un détecteur de fumée dans l’hébergement.
Cet hébergement comprend les dispositifs de sécurité suivants : un extincteur et une trousse de premiers soins.
Cet établissement est géré par l’intérmediaire de notre partenaire Vrbo. Vrbo vous enverra un courriel contenant un lien vers un compte Vrbo qui vous permettra de modifier ou d’annuler votre réservation.

Hébergement également appelé

The Bloomhouse by Lodgewell>>Fairy Tale Escape Austin
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À propos du quartier

Carte
Austin, TX

À proximité

  • Lac Austin - 4 min en voiture - 2.3 km
  • Zilker Park - 10 min en voiture - 6.0 km
  • University of Texas at Austin - 13 min en voiture - 8.3 km
  • Piscine naturelle de Barton - 13 min en voiture - 9.0 km
  • 6e rue - 14 min en voiture - 8.7 km

Transport

  • Gare d'Austin : à 14 min en voiture
  • Station Downtown : à 17 min en voiture
  • Aéroport international d'Austin-Bergstrom (AUS) : à 26 min en voiture

Restaurants

  • ‪Mozart's Coffee Roasters - ‬9 min en voiture
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬12 min en voiture
  • ‪P. Terry's Burger Stand #6 - ‬12 min en voiture
  • ‪Hula Hut - ‬9 min en voiture
  • ‪Ski Shores Waterfront Cafe - ‬25 min en voiture

Foire aux questions

The Bloomhouse | Iconic Austin Sculptural Stay accepte-t-il les animaux de compagnie?

Non, l’établissement n’accepte pas les animaux de compagnie.

Combien cela coûte-t-il de séjourner à The Bloomhouse | Iconic Austin Sculptural Stay?

En date du 3 août 2025, les prix trouvés pour un séjour d’une nuit pour deux adultes à l’hébergement The Bloomhouse | Iconic Austin Sculptural Stay le 5 août 2025 commencent à 569,36 $ CA, taxes et frais en sus. Ce prix est fondé sur le plus bas prix par nuit des 24 dernières heures pour des séjours dans les 30 prochains jours. Les prix sont sujets à changement. Choisissez vos dates pour obtenir des prix précis.

À quelle heure est-il possible d'arriver à The Bloomhouse | Iconic Austin Sculptural Stay?

L’arrivée est possible à partir de 15 h.

À quelle heure doit s'effectuer le départ à The Bloomhouse | Iconic Austin Sculptural Stay?

Le départ est à 11 h.

Où se situe The Bloomhouse | Iconic Austin Sculptural Stay?

Westlake Highlands - propriété de vacances se trouve à 2,6 km de Lac Austin et à moins de 10 km de Zilker Park et Lac Lady Bird. Les points d'intérêt suivants sont également à moins de 10 km : Colorado River et Pennybacker Bridge (ou 360 Bridge - pont).

Avis pour The Bloomhouse | Iconic Austin Sculptural Stay

Avis

9,8

Exceptionnel

Note de 10 – Excellent, d’après 13 avis sur 14.
Note de 8 – Bien, d’après 0 avis sur 14.
Note de 6 – Acceptable, d’après 1 avis sur 14.
Note de 4 – Médiocre, d’après 0 avis sur 14.
Note de 2 – Terrible, d’après 0 avis sur 14.

9,4/10

Propreté

Avis

10/10 – Excellent

Tirsa B.

Points forts : Propreté

A Magical Stay

This was the perfect getaway! As a woman, solo trips can sometimes be a little daunting but this stay was a perfect balance of being peacefully secluded yet close to others. I went to college in Austin, stayed a year after, then moved away and yet despite being familiar with the city, staying in this home felt like I was visiting a place I’d never been before! Highly recommend. It was beautiful!
Séjour de 2 nuits en juillet 2024

10/10 – Excellent

Greg T.

Points forts : Propreté

Fantasy house living

The Bloomhouse is the most fun and interesting home I’ve ever visited. We admired the builders creativity. If there is one down side to the Bloomhouse it is the multi levels and long winding walk down to the house with luggage, etc. very steep. But once you open the door it removes that memory and you enter fantasy.
Séjour de 3 nuits en septembre 2023

10/10 – Excellent

Ashley S.

Points forts : Propreté

Amazing weekend away in a convenient location

We loved staying here! It was one of the most unique properties I've ever seen. The house was clean, welcoming, peaceful and in a gorgeous area. Every nook and cranny of this 1200-square-foot property is very well thought out and no space is wasted. The sound system hooked up was much appreciated!
Séjour de 2 nuits en avril 2023

10/10 – Excellent

Christopher R.

Points forts : Propreté

Unique!

Renting this property is about investing in a unique experience and that it is. Probably not the best choice for a larger Austin trip, but great to cocoon in and right or read or cuddle. I’d write a book or a song there happily.
Séjour de 3 nuits en mars 2023

10/10 – Excellent

Voyageur vérifié

Points forts : Propreté

Beauty & Whimsy

This is a beautiful whimsical space that is fun to explore. The fog in the morning on the hillside is beautiful to wake up to. Everything you need is provided in this one of a kind space.
Séjour de 2 nuits en janvier 2023

10/10 – Excellent

Serretta C.

Points forts : Propreté

What a Incredible Gem of a Destination!!!

The Bloomhouse is nothing less than Spectacular!!!! We will DEFINITELY be returning! XoXxoo
Séjour de 2 nuits en juillet 2022

10/10 – Excellent

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Points forts : Propreté

Once in a lifetime experience

Caveat: This is not a property for small children or those with limited mobility. I've always wondered what it would be like to live in a "high design" house (i.e. a home that is as much art as it is architecture). Charles Harker (the architect of the Bloomhouse) created a truly unique space that evokes Gaudi. The location is wonderfully peaceful and quiet. Our stay was truly a once in a lifetime experience. Now for practical matters. The kitchen is well outfitted and meticulously clean. The wifi works. The heating and cooling work perfectly. The bathroom is adorable (not the largest bathroom that you'll ever see, but you're basically staying inside a giant conch shell, so what do you expect?) but it is thoughtfully outfitted, functional and clean. Importantly, the water heater provided nice and toasty showers without fail. The bed and bedding are quite comfy. The sound system is a little tricky to use but it was nice that they had supplied a sound system so it was worth the few minutes to figure it out. I spotted a few flecks of dust (I am a bit of a maniac about dust so most people would never notice), but overall the property was very well maintained and clean. The property management was excellent about communication. I texted with an issue at 5pm on Good Friday and had a response within minutes. MINUTES. That alone earns extra bonus stars and I would highly recommend this property management firm (Lodgewell) for other rentals. This is a home in a nice neighborhood in Austin so it's not a place to have a party or make noise. We had a few local friends over for cocktails one afternoon but we were very respectful of the neighbors in terms of parking (there is sufficient parking but you must follow the instructions!) and in terms of noise. Although this house is stunning in photographs, in the end, we didn't take a lot of photos. It's an amazing property, yes, but experiencing the space was far more enjoyable than mugging for instagram. With that I would suggest those staying here take all the photos you want, but for just one morning put down the camera, open the patio doors, listen to the birds, and use the outdoor shower. Experience the space. I'm so happy that this architectural gem was rescued from certain ruin and is available to the public. This house isn't for everyone (see note about small children and people with limited mobility), but it is a wonderful, well-maintained property that fit the bill.
Séjour de 4 nuits en avril 2022

10/10 – Excellent

Denise R.

Points forts : Propreté

House is absolutely amazing!

Overall excellent!
Séjour de 1 nuit en novembre 2020

10/10 – Excellent

meredith k.

Points forts : Propreté

Worth every penny!!

This house is truly a one of a kind! There is nothing like it - we loved every minute we spent here admiring the architecture, the quiet woods, and the swanky interior. This place was a world of its own and it felt miraculous to have the opportunity stay in such a unique and exquisite space!
Séjour de 1 nuit en août 2020

6/10 – Acceptable

Lindsay C.

Points forts : Propreté

Unique Stay

PROS: A very interesting structure! This is a one-of-a-kind experience and opportunity. A very cool house indeed. Easy keyless/hostless access. Full kitchen. Climate control. Comfortable (albeit small) bed and seating. Easy communication with rental agency. Private. Views of mostly nature. CONS: Remote (no where near town, which can be good if you’re looking to get away.) Broken, and nearly dangerous dirt/rock road that can’t handle smaller cars and will dirty up even the biggest SUV. *Very* steep, windy, narrow path with sparse and dim lights is the only way to access the property. No driveway access (off limits for being even steeper than the path, but not by much.) The house has a very chemical smell (probably from all the sprayed on ceiling and plastic foam) that can be very unpleasant if you are sensitive or have allergies. Not at all quiet during the day. Major construction going on nearby means constant beeping and rumbling from industrial trucks coming in and out of the shared road and building the nearby houses. We had hoped to get away from the city noise and couldn’t even keep the windows open because it was so disruptive. Which means we were trapped in the closed up house with the irritating plastic smell. This was a big downer for us because we were looking for a little peace and quiet and fresh air while on vacation. There is a small detached utility shed nearby that gives off a whining hum constantly, which can be a nuisance if you have good hearing or are sitting on the patio. TIPS: Arrive in daytime when you can see where you’re going. Drive a vehicle capable of navigating off road, not a cute convertible rental that will get damaged from flying rocks and debris. Grocery shop before getting there because stores are not nearby and once you get all your stuff carted down from the access road above you’re definitely not going to want to go all the way back up the hill and out again. Make sure to bring all the food and ingredients you want, as the property does not provide even simple basics like sugar. Pack light or you will be carting big suitcases up and down this dangerous path, possibly in the dark. Ask manager if the construction has been completed before renting if you are concerned about ambient noise. The house is totally unique. Aside from the above mentioned issues, we were generally comfortable and enjoyed the ‘experience’ of staying in such a special place, but we just cannot give it a full 5 stars.
Séjour de 3 nuits en octobre 2019

10/10 – Excellent

Ron S.

Most magical, cool place we've been, and we've been all over the world.

This was a 3 night Hideaway for my wife and I to get away from everything. It could not have been better. This beautiful, clean, tasteful, weird, little hideaway was PERFECT! We decided not to go out to restaurants as we were too comfy and fascinated. Knowing the history added so much to the trip. Bottom line - exactly what we wanted, and needed
Séjour de 3 nuits en mai 2019

10/10 – Excellent

Andy C.

Bloomhouse

We had a great weekend in this very special home. Very private, clean, and equipped with everything we needed for a relaxing stay. The design and construction was even more spectacular in person.
Séjour de 2 nuits en avril 2019

10/10 – Excellent

Mamta C.

Magical Experience!

My best friend and I utilized this amazing place for a restorative weekend in Austin. There are no words to fully describe how magical this home is. As if out of a movie, it invites you in to a place of wonder and peace from the moment you enter. The interior is impeccable and the views stunning. Chereen was so wonderful as the host. She made us feel welcome and supported the entirety of the trip. I recommend this unique oasis if you are looking for an adventurous and relaxing escape!
Séjour de 1 nuit en janvier 2019

10/10 – Excellent

Keith T.

This house is a trip

Was a smooth and pleasant rental. Very clean and well appointed on the inside. If you're looking for something unusual this could be the place!
Séjour de 1 nuit en décembre 2018