Title: Winter Special @ UT Historic Victorian Gem✨ Family Retreat ❤️ Mints to Dtwn - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Winter Special @ UT Historic Victorian Gem✨ Family Retreat ❤️ Mints to Dtwn Vacation home with kitchen, 3-minute walk to University of Texas at Austin ## Photo gallery for Winter Special @ UT Historic Victorian Gem✨ Family Retreat ❤️ Mints to Dtwn ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi - Winter Special @ UT Historic Victorian Gem✨ Family Retreat ❤️ Mints to Dtwn (Austin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109310000/109300400/109300371/804aa6d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Winter Special @ UT Historic Victorian Gem✨ Family Retreat ❤️ Mints to Dtwn (Austin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109310000/109300400/109300371/63ca3458.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Winter Special @ UT Historic Victorian Gem✨ Family Retreat ❤️ Mints to Dtwn (Austin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109310000/109300400/109300371/19c7dab9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace - Winter Special @ UT Historic Victorian Gem✨ Family Retreat ❤️ Mints to Dtwn (Austin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109310000/109300400/109300371/af1d25c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Winter Special @ UT Historic Victorian Gem✨ Family Retreat ❤️ Mints to Dtwn (Austin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109310000/109300400/109300371/e006d2d6_edited_70b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of UT West campus, this legendary historic home is a tranquil retreat. With its exotic decor and spacious rooms, you'll feel like you're on a luxury vacation just minutes from downtown. Take advantage of the gourmet kitchen and refined dining room to savor delicious meals. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Winter Special @ UT Historic Victorian Gem✨ Family Retreat ❤️ Mints to Dtwn Escape to this “WOW” historic Victorian home on UT’s West Campus — your warm winter retreat in the heart of Austin. This legendary home sleeps 5 and is minutes from Downtown and the airport, making it ideal for winter gatherings, campus visits, or festive getaways. Step inside and feel the charm of a cozy, storybook home with exotic décor, spacious rooms, and plush king beds that make chilly nights extra comfortable. Enjoy hearty meals in the elegant dining room or cook up something special in the gourmet kitchen. After a day of exploring UT Tower, coffee shops, food trucks, and holiday lights around SoCo and Downtown, relax in the peaceful backyard surrounded by winter greenery. Our historic Victorian home serves as the perfect space for anyone looking to explore University of Texas or downtown Austin. The home features two bedrooms with two queen plus beds. Additional air mattress in the master bedroom allows up to 5 guests to stay. In bedroom 1, you have: \-a queen plus bed \-closet where you hang clothes and have extra linens if needed \-two night stands and reading lights \-an iron and iron board in master bedroom \-an air mattress \-a floor mirror \- a dresser In bedroom 2, you have: \-a queen plus size bed \-closet where you hang clothes and have extra linens if needed \-two night stands and reading lights \- a dresser In the living room, you have: \-2 comfy couches and 2 chairs \-a smart TV \- a book shelf \-a reading corner In the dining room, you have: \- a dinning table sits 4 \-a cabinet In the kitchen, you have: \-full kitchen including refrigerator, coffee maker, oven, --cooktop, microwave, dishwasher \-frying pans, plates, cups, glasses, wine glasses, folks, ---knives, spoon, and all cooking wares \-countertop bar In the bathroom, you have: \-standing shower \-shampoo, conditioner, body soap, toilet paper, bath towels, face towels Laundry room you have washer and dryer, laundry detergent. In the yard: \-patio and patio chairs \-fenced yard where kids can play Parking: Street parking for one car is available with a parking pass. Additional cars can use nearby paid street parking from 8 AM to 6 PM. After 6 PM, parking is free. Free street parking is also available on Salado Street over the weekend, so guests arriving Thursday afternoon through Saturday morning may find convenient free options there. We recommend checking parking details in advance, especially if it’s your first time in Austin. Please Note: To ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for both guests and host, we kindly ask all confirmed guests to sign a short rental agreement after booking. A $300 security deposit is required which will be released 7 days after checkout if no damages reported. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city center - Near a hospital ### Safety features - 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) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93470000/93469500/93469414/1ac14408.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Downtown - 2 miles away - Grocery/Restaurants - 1 minute away Hancock - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews CA $495 CA $974 total includes taxes & fees Dec 16 - Dec 17 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=93469414&PinnedHotelID=93469414&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103070000/103068400/103068327/82f9a597.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Creekside Comfort🪴 Fenced Yard❤️ Near Moody & DKR Austin - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 8.8 Excellent 11 reviews CA $73 CA $274 total includes taxes & fees Dec 14 - Dec 15 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=103068327&PinnedHotelID=103068327&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Sport court](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117430000/117420200/117420198/w3264h1724x0y0-43659a95.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Serene SoCo Escape — Walk to Cafes + Free Parking/In-Unit Laundry! 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The host may cancel if the stay doesn’t feel like a good fit. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### 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 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 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 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as orp5b6944bx ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C30.28796%2C-97.74014&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=jB5cwi7OLarLS9GtkBz7n_TnMso=) Austin, TX #### What's nearby - University of Texas at Austin \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - University of Texas Tower \- 2 min walk \- 0.2 km - Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum \- 10 min walk \- 0.9 km - Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium \- 12 min walk \- 1.0 km - Moody Center \- 15 min walk \- 1.3 km #### Getting around - Austin Station - 11 min drive - Martin Luther King Jr Station - 11 min drive - Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 24 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Victory Lap - ‬3 min walk - ‪Potbelly Sandwich Shop - ‬3 min walk - ‪Cava - ‬4 min walk - ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk - ‪Panda Express - ‬2 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Winter Special @ UT Historic Victorian Gem✨ Family Retreat ❤️ Mints to Dtwn pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Winter Special @ UT Historic Victorian Gem✨ Family Retreat ❤️ Mints to Dtwn? ### What time is check-in at Winter Special @ UT Historic Victorian Gem✨ Family Retreat ❤️ Mints to Dtwn? ### What time is check-out at Winter Special @ UT Historic Victorian Gem✨ Family Retreat ❤️ Mints to Dtwn? ### Where is Winter Special @ UT Historic Victorian Gem✨ Family Retreat ❤️ Mints to Dtwn located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Winter Special @ UT Historic Victorian Gem✨ Family Retreat ❤️ Mints to Dtwn Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brandon B. Oct 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great central location. Very attentive host. ##### Brandon B. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer R. Aug 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Charming Victorian condo on the 2nd floor (stairs). Large spaces and king beds were the highlights. Located near campus. Communication with property management was timely and professional. Things to consider would be parking, as it is street parking. ##### Jennifer R. 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