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Bright Contemporary Guest House with Private Patio, Walk to S Congress, Downtown

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Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace, offices
Terrace/patio
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, offices

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Austin, TX
  • South Congress Avenue
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Austin Convention Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Sixth Street
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Outdoor dining

Walk to Restaurants & Shopping; 1 mile to SoCo

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
4.9 out of 5, Exceptional, (99)
The price is €293
for 1 cottage
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May
Walk to Restaurants & Shopping; 1 mile to SoCo

About this property

Bright Contemporary Guest House with Private Patio, Walk to S Congress, Downtown

A stunning 842 SF detached two-story Guest House in the heart of South Austin, separated from the Main Home by a tree-filled privtate entry. You'll have a full kitchen, dining, living area and a study/work space (desk & LCD monitor) and a half bath downstairs. Upstairs is a bedroom with a King Bed, walk-in closet and an elegant bathroom with a huge, dual-head shower. Guests also have part of the back yard, outdoor seating and a fire pit/chimnea to use that is partitioned from the rest of the yard. You will also have a Smart TV with streaming apps and a full size washer & dryer.

We are a very quick drive or a casual walk to Zilker Park, South Lamar and South Congress! We typically walk to our favorite places...like Lucky Robot Sushi, Torchy's, Lady Bird Lake Hike & Bike Trail, Thai Fresh, Auditorium Shores, Terry Black's BBQ, Summer Moon Coffee, Reina Pepiada, LeNoir, Fresa's and many, many food trucks & trailers!

Come see why Austin continues to be one of the fastest growing and best cities to live in! Cindy and I have been hosting fantastic guests for almost 4 years with 100% posative and ZERO negative reviews (on another site). We set this up as if we would want to stay here without needing anyting outside of food/water/etc. I know you will have a great stay, but please let us know if you have any questions!

Safe Travels!
This guesthouse's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from South First Street. Features include a gym and laundry facilities.
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts, a gym, and a playground
  • Just a 5-minute drive from Austin Convention Center and a few minutes from Sixth Street
This guesthouse offers its guests a fitness center, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Austin guesthouse is smoke free.

Property manager

Scott Moffitt

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Games
  • Gym
  • Playground
  • Tennis

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a lake

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Office

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Ask questions about furry guests.No cats.Dogs only

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

New Contemporary Guest House S Ready Sxsw S Lamar Soco Dwntn
New Contemporary Guest House S Ready Sxsw S Lamar Soco Dwntn

Bright Contemporary Guest House with Private Patio, Walk to S Congress, Downtown Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 131 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 131 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 131 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 131 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 131 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angel L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Super comfortable, very clean, well appointed, excellent hosts

We wish every vrbo rental was like this one! Our hosts were extremely welcoming, friendly & helpful without being overbearing. Even loaned us their bag chairs to use at a music festival we went to, which were total lifesavers. The rental was so clean, I even felt comfortable going barefoot inside, which I usually am not comfortable doing. The place was well appointed with every thing we could have needed. Bed was super comfortable & the neighborhood was quiet & felt very safe.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun in SoCo

The location, neighborhood and the property itself were all perfect for us. Scott was super friendly and responsive even to the point of buying a coffee bean grinder for the kitchen when he found out we had whole beans. The outside areas were really nice to hang out in and the kitchen was well stocked with tools and pots, etc. we couldn’t have been happier. Great trip.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shanna R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Top tier

Everything about this property and the owners is elevated and TOP TIER. My sister and I get away together very infrequently and were met by the kindest, most gracious hosts (including fantastic dinner recs), and a darling apartment! Everything we needed for a perfect sister weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felicity R.

Liked: Cleanliness

What a gem!

My son and I had a delightful stay at this adorable, comfortable guest house. The house is well appointed with fluffy towels and comfortable beds. My son slept in the study on the foldout and found it comfortable as well. Home instructions were clear and I met Scott the owner who was very kind and helpful. I’ll definitely stay here again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola N., Dallas, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola N., Dallas, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness

The perfect house

I've stayed here multiple times and will keep coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodge B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

Plan to come back
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great pet friendly host and place!

Scott is a fantastic host, great place and loved the location. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Scott and Cindy are such thoughtful hosts. If you need it, it's there! All done in style and comfort, I'll be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

steve m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Review

Very nice and clean property with great space inside and out. Hosts were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig P., Rochester New York

Liked: Cleanliness

home away from home

can’t say much other then this is a fantastic place to stay. . all the comforts of home and the owner are cool af .
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Florencio E. H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best place in ATX

Our stay was excellent. Scott place is on the top of our list, everything was perfect, from the super coziness of the apartment to the welcoming sprint of the owner and the location of the property. I would definitely stay here again on my next trip to ATX.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best Vacation Rental I've Ever Stayed In

I can't express how awesome this property is as it's truly an experience. Having lived in Austin, I'm familiar with most of the city but had rarely been in this neighborhood as it's all residential. The area is extremely quiet, safe and lots of dog walks and huge trees. The property itself is exactly like the description and photos. Zero issues and only great surprises (such as peaceful breakfast nook and auto ice cubes!). Upstairs shower was a dream as well as the master bed in the loft. I've stayed many places and this by far is my favorite. No matter what you're doing in Austin, this place is close to everything and a beautiful space to unwind.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola N., Dallas, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Property

This is my second time staying at this house. It's perfect! Great neighborhood, an incredibly comfortable bed, and all the amenities you could want. I travel by myself and feel totally safe - I usually don't sleep when I travel alone, but I don't have that problem here. Scott is super communicative and nice. If Scott will have me back, I'll stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best VRBO in Austin

We loved our stay at Scott’s guesthouse! It was in a great location and it was perfect for my partner, our pup and I. Our pup even got some play with with Scott’s wonderful puppies :) The house was clean and private and we can’t wait to stay there again when we visit Austin.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing find

My wife and I stayed at this property for the CapTex triathlon with our two older dogs. The house is a guest house behind the main property and is a really beautiful two story spot. The property owners were the nicest people and shared with us recommendations of places to go check out for food and were great to chat with while taking the dogs in the backyard. The location is really easy to get to anything off Lamar as well as Congress and is in a quiet neighborhood that we felt very comfortable in. We would definitely stay here again when in Austin.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time again

This was the second stay at this property for my wife and I and, like last year, we had a terrific time! The property is clean, well-appointed, and quiet. The location is ideal for south Austin and downtown Austin activities. Communication with our host was easy and Scott was courteous and helpful. We are already looking forward to next year's visit!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Howard M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible hospitality

We loved our stay! Great location and lovely hosts. Highly recommend this Vrbo. Thanks Scott and Cindy for making our stay in Austin comfortable and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denny S., Des Moines

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Austin getaway!

Everything about our stay here was perfect. We loved this little house and the neighborhood. We walked everywhere from this house. The hosts were also great. We will definitely stay here again on our next trip to Austin!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay in South Austin!

This is our second time staying at Scott and Cindy's place and we will definitely stay again whenever we return to Austin. The house is so comfortable, has nice windows but privacy and our dogs love it too. Our dogs even have their own little yard area. Scott and Cindy are great hosts. We love chatting with them and seeing their cute dogs! The house is in a great neighborhood for walking and close to so many great restaurants and coffee shops. We were so comfortable leaving in our dogs in the unit when we ventured out. The unit is contemporary and so nicely decorated and equipped with great appliances. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

Liked: Cleanliness

People & Pet Friendly Stay

Central location for all your Austin adventures! Clean, comfortable & has everything you need for your stay. Yard is perfect for your furry family members and a great spot to chill. We will be sure to stay again when we are in town. Scott is a great host, responsive & welcoming. The small touches and little details didn't go unnoticed, well decorated & a great layout.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

This was our second stay and it was perfect. Great host, great location and great home.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicola N., Dallas, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous!

The house is perfect! Well decorated and really well stocked - items I never expected were available for guests. Scott, one of the owners, was super helpful. I will most definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Vrbo and Host!

Super amazing host and loved everything about the house. Clean, well furnished, and over all wonderful place to spend time. The neighborhood was also fantastic, so close to downtown Austin!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023