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Charming home with balcony, firepit, & 2 living rooms - near dining & music

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Austin, TX
  • South Congress Avenue
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Austin Convention Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Sixth Street
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Charming home with balcony, firepit, & 2 living rooms - near dining & music

Relaxation Gem

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This Austin home is overflowing with charm. Spacious interiors and soaring ceilings guarantee you a modern, comfortable stay. Your charming vacation home is situated in Austin’s historic Travis Heights neighborhood, located just a half mile from shopping, dining, and nightlife on South Congress Avenue. Snap a photo in front of the iconic “I love you so much” mural. In the evening, head to the legendary Continental Club for some foot-stomping performances, and discover why Austin is known as the “Live Music Capital of the World”.

Custom woodwork and rugs add character throughout this two-story home. Spend time on the upper balcony overlooking the Travis Heights neighborhood. Make use of the covered patio and fire pit in the lush backyard. The open-concept living area offers a welcoming space where guests can socialize or watch TV. Come together for movie nights in the upstairs media room, featuring a streaming-capable TV, a surround sound system, and an upper balcony overlooking beautiful Travis Heights. When you’ve worked up an appetite, prepare family meals in a large kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances - including a French door fridge, double oven, and gas range. The wood cabinets are fully stocked with all the necessary cookware and gadgets. Eat together inside or dine alfresco on the covered patio with overhead lighting and ceiling fans. After dinner, treat yourself to s’mores around the fire pit with stone bench seating.

In the evenings, head upstairs to your private primary suite with a walk-in closet. On the main level, one guest bedroom has full-length windows and a TV, and another has a sophisticated four-poster bed and TV. One guest bathroom has a glass walk-in shower, while another features custom tiling, a double-sink vanity, and a walk-in shower.

Things to Know
Streaming services are available, but guests must log in using their accounts.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Texas
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Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Austin

South Congress, a neighbourhood in Austin, is home to this holiday home. Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lady Bird Lake and Zilker Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Moody Center or Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Austin, TX

What's nearby

  • South Congress Avenue - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Moody Theater - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Austin Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Sixth Street - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Rainey Street - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Downtown Station - 9 min drive
  • Austin Station - 11 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Home Slice Pizza - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Cidercade Austin - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ego's Lounge - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Two Hands - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jo's Coffee - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming home with balcony, firepit, & 2 living rooms - near dining & music pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming home with balcony, firepit, & 2 living rooms - near dining & music?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming home with balcony, firepit, & 2 living rooms - near dining & music?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming home with balcony, firepit, & 2 living rooms - near dining & music located?

Located in South Congress, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of South Congress Avenue and Lady Bird Lake. Sixth Street and Moody Theater are also within 2 miles (3 km). Downtown Station is 29 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Felisa S.

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

Wonderful Stay

We were in town for the Austin marathon and it was a great place for us and my niece and nephew for the weekend! Beautiful home and there is a lot of privacy between the three bedrooms. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toby S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Leonard C.

Austin gem

Location, privacy, comfort, living space.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

William P.

Great spot!

Had everything in the description and we were able to access everything on SoCo very easily. Would rec!
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10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

Awesome Location

Loved the place. Very clean and unique. Great location. Nice neighborhood and surrounded by great restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Dont judge a book by its cover

Although this property was very clean it had numerous issues starting with the main floor bedroom and bath. The bed is unsleepable and feels like it has shifting plates of rock. The shower head was not operable. The upstairs shower was also not operable because entry into the shower was hindered by a non operstional shower door. The patio furniture does not match the pictures which others have mentioned. Fan in main room amd many lightd were out. Also, the fact that you uave to walk around the house to enter and go over rocks and pavers is not suitable for the elderly or anyone with disabilities. Ladtly, the seating looks attractive but is very uncomfortable for just sitting and talking.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Trace M.

Great experience

Very good location and no issues with the instructions or cleanliness of the house. The older style home fits nicely.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Tanya V.

Good accommodations and locations

Lots of space. Nice having 3 bedrooms with 3 separate bathrooms. Bedrooms were spread out to allow for privacy. Kitchen island was a nice gathering space. Walking distance to South Congress, which has shopping and dining. Also a nice short walk to Lady Bird Trail, which has a path allowing you to walk along the Colorado River. The outdoor space could be something great with a few upgrades. We didn't use it at all, but would have if more than a folding table and chairs were available. Overall, good accommodations and we'd stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

Rosemary L.

507 Academy Dr-excellent place to stay!

Great location, plenty of room and lots to enjoy nearby!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARLA H.

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

Great get-away

What a beautiful house. We were able to walk to SoCo and enjoy the retail and restaurants. The house has a lovely peaceful garden to sit and listen to the birds and relax with some coffee and visit with friends. The property has all the amenities we needed and comfortable beds too. We will be back! This place is truly a gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B., Windsor

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

Great experience. HIGHLY Recommend

Everything was exactly as to advertised. Check-in was smooth and the location was excellent and Central to downtown Austin. I would highly recommend this property
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

matty m.

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

Pristine hime

The home was absolutely perfect! And would have been perfect for larger groups as well. Everything was immaculate and beautiful! We look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kristi W.

Great house, Great location

Easy walk to Congress Ave, the river and even downtown and neighborhood is quiet. Beds were comfortable and each couple had their own bathroom. The kitchen is well equipped and had basics like coffee filters, sugar, salt and pepper, dishwasher detergent, etc. Comfortable outdoor patio furniture would have made it perfect. Overall great house.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
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8/10 Good

Joy J.

Spacious property with great location to all Austin has to offer.

The home comfortably accommodated our group of 5. The outdoor space was a plus. Location allowed easy access to shops, cafes and all Austin has to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Karen H.

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

Happy with our stay

The home was just as described (by owner and reviews). I like how the bedrooms were on different ends and levels of the house. We were only there for 3 nights so we didn't have much need for some of the extra living areas. I think it's a great space for families of all ages. We had two young children (3 & 7) so the back yard was not ideal since it has no lawn space. The patio furniture was a folding table and chairs. It would have been a much nicer with more comfortable outdoor furniture. Nevertheless we gathered outside and enjoyed the space. The home was very clean. The sleep number beds were great. They missed on stocking of dish washer detergent and garbage bags. We didn't cook except for breakfast but we had what we needed. We had no problems with the water but renters need to read about how it works to understand it. The location was great. It is within walking distance from the main strip with lots of restaurants and shops. The daily rate was reasonable but I thought the fees were high. Fees were more than the lodging portion. I was happy with our stay and with the right group would stay again (especially if the outdoor seating was improved).
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Cathi V.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun Austin Retreat

Spacious, beautiful and well appointed property. Located within walking distance of many venues, bars and restaurants, with rideshares galore readily available as well. The management company responded rapidly to the small problem we had concerning the house not being ready when we arrived and sent a team to rectify the problem.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

catherine b.

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

Graduation Getaway

Overall we really enjoyed our stay. We loved the location & quiet neighborhood! House was really comfortable for our family inside and out. With a few tweaks this stay would go from a 4 to a 5 star!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

misty s.

Great for a family and in-laws

We took my parents and our children to visit our family in Austin and it was a great location close to Congress Street and downtown. About two or three blocks away heading south in the neighborhood you will find Stacy park. A small park with a playground. Great for family. The house was comfortable because it had a big living space with a huge island where most of us hung out. Beware that there is no Keurig coffee maker in the house just a glass pot coffee maker that requires coffee filters. Make sure you buy the right kind of coffee. There were plenty of pots and pans and utensils for cooking and eating. It has a gas stove and double oven/microwave combo. Good size refrigerator, toaster and dishwasher. We never had any hot water in the kitchen. We let it run for ever. The bathrooms took about two minutes of running the water to get hot water for the shower, but it was plentiful and worked well after it got started. The upstairs has one good sized bedroom and a bathroom and a living room area with a TV and reclining sofa, so it serves kind of has an apartment feel upstairs. The staircase is located to the right when you walk in the front door. On the main floor there is a bedroom to the right when you walk in the door and across the hallway is a very large bathroom with double sinks, and a glass steam shower. I liked that it was kind of a private section of the house because it has a sliding pocket door that makes the hallway with the bedroom and bathroom quieter. The laundry room is also located down that hallway The other bedroom is to the left of the front door near the kitchen and it is a smaller bedroom with a comfy bed and bathroom right next to it so it is convenient. Just next to that room behind the kitchen is another room that I think could be turned into another bedroom or it could be another living room. It has a built-in long desk in it, and big, beautiful, sliding glass doors and currently, it only has a small little chair in it so kind of a waste. If they added a full size bed, or a sofa, it would be very useful. And perhaps a blowup mattress could be used. We did see one upstairs and one of the closets. There is only one 3 cushion sofa in the living room and one tiny side chair so if you’re looking for a big comfy space to sit with everyone in the house, you may have to pull over the wooden barstools and dining room chairs. I could picture a sectional sofa or a second sofa in the living room to accommodate more than three or 4 people The house was clean and laid out well. It allowed our children to have a lot of space in the area to play. The back patio is very beautiful with hanging screen panels and terra-cotta tile floor but not very usable because it only has six plastic folding chairs and a plastic event table. I could picture some beautiful furniture out there like outdoor sofas and tables because we did want to hang out there and sit and talk. Would I rent it again? Absolutely yes.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Quan D.

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

Great Location. Short distance to EVERYTHING

This house was too big for 3 people. 3 bedrooms in opposite corners of the house. Bathroom for each. With office space for each. 8-10 minutes to all the spots.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bob and Paula H., The Woodlands, TX

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

Reuniting with friends

Wonderful property. Quiet neighborhood close to everything on South Congress and downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
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6/10 Okay

SUSAN D.

Pictures overstate beauty of yard.

Good layout.
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10/10 Excellent

Lourdes ..

Great Location

Our family of six enjoyed every space in the house. I loved the bilingual literature I found since I am an elementary school teacher. The location convenience was part of the vacation success. Every member of the family had a favorite thing to share about the house. This review was submitted while the home was managed by a different property management company.
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10/10 Excellent

Adrianne ..

Academy house

Wonderful stay! The property was great and would absolutely stay there again. This review was submitted while the home was managed by a different property management company.

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