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

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, offices
Property grounds
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Austin, TX
  • Place, South First Street
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, South Congress Avenue
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Edward's University
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Austin

With a stay at this guesthouse in Austin (Galindo), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Zilker Park and Sixth Street. .This guesthouse is 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from Moody Center and 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from University of Texas at Austin.
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What's nearby

  • South Austin Tennis Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • South First Street - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • South Congress Avenue - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • St. Edward's University - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Broken Spoke - 10 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Austin Station - 11 min drive
  • Downtown Station - 13 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Summermoon Coffee Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Phoebe's Diner - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The ABGB - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Once Over Coffee Bar - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Habanero Mexican Cafe - ‬12 min walk

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!
There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. The bathroom has a shower and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a fitness center or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

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

More

  • Smoking not allowed

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
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • 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
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:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
We don’t have many checkout “instructions”. We hope you have a nice morning and we hope to see you again! You may put the towels in a pile upstairs, and make sure you have your things! Safe travels!!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No smoking inside. No parties unless we know what's going on in advance. There is a $75 per pet fee...pay in advance or when you arrive.
Reminder if more than two people staying overnight, there is a $50 per person fee for each night they stay. More people=more wear and cleaning needed.
Pet fee is per pet. Same with extra humans. :)

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Ask questions about furry guests.No cats.Dogs only

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
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

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. 153 out of 155 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 155 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 155 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 155 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 155 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful repeat visit! Great location, friendly hosts, clean and well stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We travel to Austin several times a year, and this was by far our favorite location! Cute house with everything we needed, and close to downtown. Walkable to lots of restaurants and activities. Hosts are fabulous to work with too!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! The space is beautiful, clean and had everything we needed. It was fully stocked - appreciated the blow dryer and bathroom essentials. The hosts were lovely and accommodating. The bed and pillows were also very comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dee R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rene G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic! It was perfect for us and our pup Dax. Clean, had everything we needed. Thanks so much for the hospitality! We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful and had everything we needed and more. The hosts were very responsive and welcoming.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rene R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed a lot of places in Austin and this has been the best by far! Scott and Cindy are fantastic hosts and our puppy loved it. We will be staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was very clean and well equipped with everything thing I needed. Really cute place, well decorated, huge bathroom/shower and awesome location. Host was very accommodating and made me feel welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rafa B.

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

Amazing place!

We will definitely be staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian T.

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

Great place and location.

Very nice house with very good host that have thought of everything to make your stay memorable.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

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

Awesome house, hosts, location!

This was an amazing property with a beautiful environment and wonderful hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret H.

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

Great place!

Awesome host. Wonderful place and location!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola N.

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

The perfect house

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

10/10 Excellent

Nicola N.

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

Fabulous

I’ve stayed here numerous times and will continue to do so.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sloane B.

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

Amazing Spot!

This has become my favorite place to stay when visiting Austin. It’s one of the most comfortable beds I’ve slept in, the place is clean, and the host is super friendly and accommodating. Can’t recommend enough!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Howard M.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

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

Scott’s place

Great place, warm and comfy with everything you need for a pleasant stay in Austin! Great hosts and super accommodations!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret H.

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

Perfect

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

10/10 Excellent

Cindy W.

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

Quiet, good location, private.

Very nice accommodations, we wanted to stay in a more private setting than a hotel would be able to offer; we were in town for a family memorial service.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Florencio E. H.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott F.

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

Perfect couples getaway

Everything about our stay was perfect. Scott and Cindy are gracious hosts and the property is first-rate. Definitely would recommend this property if you're looking to stay in Austin.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig P.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey B.

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

Delightful guest house!

A lovely guest house, very stylish and super clean. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

laura m.

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

Excellent property/ Location

Awesome property, location and hosts! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022