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Walk to Downtown, SouthxSW, ACL,SoCo, 6th Street, yet quiet, semi-forest setting

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Exterior
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels
Terrace/patio
Interior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101757 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

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Austin, TX
  • Place, South First Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, South Congress Avenue
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Palmer Events Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Austin

Located in Bouldin Creek within a short walk of South Congress Avenue, this vacation home is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Lady Bird Lake. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a sofa bed.

What's nearby

  • South First Street - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • South Congress Avenue - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Palmer Events Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Lady Bird Lake - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Moody Theater - 6 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Austin Station - 9 min drive
  • Downtown Station - 10 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Postino Wine Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Joann's Fine Foods - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Merit Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪White Tiger - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Walk to Downtown, SouthxSW, ACL,SoCo, 6th Street, yet quiet, semi-forest setting

Avoid cabs and finding parking for festivals and Downtown. A short pleasant walk to most events. A great 1750 square foot, three bedroom, two bath, two story home with an incredible location one block from South 1st and six blocks from South Congress Ave. (SoCo).
Just minutes from downtown Austin (walking or biking), fine dining, and quaint local restaurants with entertainment. This cozy and inviting home is fully appointed with all furnishings, appliances, well equipped kitchen is excellent for cooking and entertaining guests. The home has hardwood floors throughout and is very comfortable for both adults and children.

The first floor features the Master bedroom with a king-sized bed, and a second bedroom with a queen size bed. Also on the first floor is a multi-person sunken tub in the first bathroom. The second full bathroom, also on the first floor has a red 'clawfoot-type' footed tub in the Wild-West bathroom.
The kitchen is fully equipped with a stove, oven, refrigerator, microwave, and dishwasher. Coffee maker, French press and coffee grinder as well as all the normal kitchen stuff are included. The washer and dryer are also on the first floor.
The peninsula kitchen has a breakfast bar. There is a flat screen in the living room, as well as a convertible full futon, which converts to a sofa-bed..

The second floor contains the loft style living area, with a king sized bed as well as a full sized bed, located on the carpeted floor. Access to the outside second story deck is thru the sliding glass doors. The deck is crowned by large oaks and secluded in a forest of lush bamboo.

Behind the property is a detached one bedroom garage apartment. (Additional charge) Sleeps 4; Two in queen bed in bedroom and two in living room, full futon bed. Has it's own kitchen and 3/4 bath. This also has a deck nestled among the oaks and bamboo. Available for additional space, if needed. Rates, for the garage treehouse apartment, are roughly 50% additional. See VRBO #4464890 for add’l info.

Only Minutes to Downtown, SxSW, ACL, UT, Zilker Park, Mopac and Hwy 35. 15 Minutes to the airport, 10 minutes to Amtak station.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,757 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please turn thermostat to 80° if it’s warm weather. Please turn thermostat to 50° if it’s cold weather.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

PLEASE NOTE: City of Austin Occupancy Tax of 11% is not charged or collected automatically. You will receive an additional charge of 11%.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Bouldin Creek within a short 14-minute walk of South Congress Avenue and also 18 minutes on foot from Lady Bird Lake. You'll also find Zilker Park and Sixth Street within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Walk to Downtown, SouthxSW, ACL,SoCo, 6th Street, yet quiet, semi-forest setting?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Walk to Downtown, SouthxSW, ACL,SoCo, 6th Street, yet quiet, semi-forest setting?

Amenities at this vacation home that appeal to couples include a kitchen in each house with a kitchen in some.

Does Walk to Downtown, SouthxSW, ACL,SoCo, 6th Street, yet quiet, semi-forest setting have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does Walk to Downtown, SouthxSW, ACL,SoCo, 6th Street, yet quiet, semi-forest setting have connecting rooms available?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS), which is 10.7 mi away (19 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Walk to Downtown, SouthxSW, ACL,SoCo, 6th Street, yet quiet, semi-forest setting?

Yes, every house at Walk to Downtown, SouthxSW, ACL,SoCo, 6th Street, yet quiet, semi-forest setting comes with a balcony.

Walk to Downtown, SouthxSW, ACL,SoCo, 6th Street, yet quiet, semi-forest setting Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 153 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 153 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 153 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 153 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 153 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was in a fantastic location. There was plenty of room for our crew. The host, Kirk, was very responsive and had great communication from start to finish. I would recommend this location to anyone looking for a place in Austin.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very communicative and easy to work with, and the checkout process was smooth and hassle-free. The property is a bit dated, but that was expected given the price range and did not detract from the overall comfort of the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maggie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

Plenty of space, great location!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Everything was perfect! Would stay here again anytime!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mickey R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Great communication and great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful and welcoming

Great place to stay with plenty of room and close to plenty of places
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time!

We enjoyed our stay! Great location for us to walk to places.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JJ B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

Kirk was wonderful and easy to coordinate with and the location was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jody D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location & host!

We had a great stay for ACL weekend. Kirk is wonderful and the property was very comfortable. Enjoyed ourselves very much!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

laurence w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house and location

Wonderful house
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaime W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Had a great visit - great place and beautiful neighborhood close to everything! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun house in great location.

Buried in a bamboo forest, cute house in a great location for walking in to Austin or other fun things south of the river. We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Easy and friendly owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Getaway!

The location and accommodations were PERFECT, and the owner Kirk was so helpful with the checkin process and with any issues we had. Was a great place to stay for our group of friends on a reunion trip to Austin. 10/10 would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

Great weekend rental with terrific owner. Convenient location in relation to city hotspots
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ivan f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house in a lovely neighborhood

Had a great time in Austin
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

Great place. Great location. Great weekend. Hook em

It was great
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darrah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

James Street House

The house worked great for us. It’s a bit funky but clean, comfortable and fantastic location. Owner very friendly and helpful. Would easily stay there again! Lots of places are walking distance and fun neighborhoods to explore
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Queen Leilani A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lady Bird ultra

Had an amazing stay! Super close to down town - great area very safe and beautiful home! Would definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house and location!

Spacious for two couples and two kids. Great location! We walked everywhere!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Camron G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Convenient For Conference

Great location for the Long Center and all of Bouldin Creek. Good value and roomy for a small group.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location

Hard to beat this location. Beautiful, safe neighborhood. House as described and owner was extremely responsive and accommodating.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

maria m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Austin

Perfect place For our group of six female family members. House was very comfortable and clean. Location is excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Austin Weekend Trip

This was the perfect crash pad for our group of college friends getting together for a long weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Alexander K.

Fantastic

This house was beyond perfect for our weekend stay. Great location. Kirk was great and quick to respond with any questions I had. I recommend anyone on staying here. Definitely will be staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2016