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SoCo Estate + Cottage | 2 Blocks to South Congress

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An outdoor seating area with a wooden table and benches, surrounded by trees and string lights.
A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A bar area with multiple seating options, a bar counter, and a bookshelf filled with books and records.
A rustic room with a stone wall, wooden ceiling beams, a bed with floral bedding, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small window with a curtain.
A room with a wooden staircase, a sofa, and a rug.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

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

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About the neighborhood

Austin

Located in Austin (South Congress), this vacation home is steps from South Congress Avenue and a 4-minute drive from Sixth Street. .This vacation home is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from University of Texas at Austin and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Zilker Park.

What's nearby

  • South Congress Avenue - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • South First Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Greetings from Austin Mural - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lady Bird Lake - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Palmer Events Center - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Austin Station - 12 min drive
  • Downtown Station - 12 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Güero's Taco Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Magnolia Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Torchy's Tacos - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪C-Boy's Heart & Soul - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Neighborhood Sushi - ‬4 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.

SoCo Estate + Cottage | 2 Blocks to South Congress

Summary:

The Stanley Historic Home + Cabin with Pool, BBQ

- Big yard, above-ground pool, BBQ, dining table, sitting area w/cushioned seating

- WiFi, laptop-friendly workspaces, Smart TVs, nice kitchen, dishwasher, washer & dryer

- Beautiful, comfortable bedrooms, newly remodeled bathrooms, A/C & ceiling fans.

- Great location just two blocks west of the South Congress entertainment district

- Family and pet-friendly too! Book today for the ultimate vacation with your gang!



The Space:

Stay just 2 blocks from South Congress in a one-of-a-kind Austin estate with a private cottage, big backyard, seasonal pool, and plenty of room for your crew.



Walk to tacos, coffee, cocktails, shopping, and live music, then come home to original Austin character paired with updated bathrooms, a beautiful kitchen, central A/C, fast WiFi, and comfortable spaces to gather.



THE GOOD STUFF



- 3BR/3BA Main House + private 1BR/1BA Cottage

- Sleeps up to 12

- 2 king + 2 queen beds

- Additional twin beds, daybed/trundle + sleeper sofa

- Private backyard + seasonal pool

- Outdoor dining + BBQ

- Full kitchen + washer/dryer

- 2 blocks to South Congress

- Family + pet-friendly



The Stanley includes a 3-bedroom, 3-bath Main House plus a separate 1-bedroom, 1-bath Cottage.



MAIN HOUSE



Entry Level

Bedroom 1: King + ensuite bath

Sunroom: Daybed + trundle



Upper Level

Bedroom 2: King

Study: 2 twin beds + desk

Full bathroom



The Study connects to the king bedroom, making this floor especially well suited for families or close friends.



Ground Level

Bedroom 3: Queen + ensuite bath

Living Room: Queen sleeper sofa



PRIVATE COTTAGE

Bedroom 4: Queen + ensuite bath



The standalone backyard cottage is a great option for anyone who appreciates a little extra privacy.



The Backyard

Enjoy a large private yard with outdoor dining, comfortable seating, a BBQ, and a seasonal above-ground pool available May–October.



Guest Access:

You'll have private access to the entire property: Main House, Cottage, backyard, outdoor spaces, and seasonal pool.



Self check-in is easy with a personalized door code sent before arrival.



The Neighborhood:

This is the Austin location you came for. The Stanley sits on a tree-lined street in Travis Heights, just 2 blocks from South Congress and its restaurants, shops, coffee, cocktails, and live music.



Local favorites include Equipment Room, June's All Day, Maie Day, Continental Club, Lucky Robot, and, yes, Torchy's — the queso slaps.



Downtown, Zilker Park, Bouldin, East Austin, and Rainey Street are all a quick drive or rideshare away.



Getting Around:

When the weather is pleasant, enjoy walking through the beautiful tree-lined streets of this eclectic neighborhood. You will find tons of shops and restaurants and some music venues on lively South Congress Avenue - less than a mile away. From South Congress Avenue, downtown Austin is just another mile north. You can also easily get over to the Rainey Street District, East Austin, Zilker Park, and Bouldin - all within 3 miles.



The nearest international airport is Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS/KAUS) 9.2 miles | 14.8 km away. We recommend getting around by car as there are no public transportation options. .



Other Things to Note:

Guests will need to sign a Rental Agreement upon booking confirmation.



We provide some bath essentials like soap, shampoo, conditioner, body gel, toilet paper, and some garbage bags. Please note that these are not replenished during your stay.



Pack-n-Play travel crib (with sheets) & high chair are available upon request.



Daily house cleaning is not available however, if you would like a mid-stay cleaning, one can be arranged for a fee. Please let us know in advance.



Above ground pool available from May to October.



We kindly ask all guests to abide by these HOUSE RULES:

- Travelers must be at least 21 years old or older to book.

- A $100 replacement fee applies for any lost or missing parking pass.

- No smoking of any kind (tobacco, cannabis, vaping etc.) inside the home, and the use of any recreational drugs on the premises is strictly prohibited.

- No parties, events, or illegal activities are permitted, and no excessive noise, especially between 10:00 pm and 7 am, will be tolerated. Please respect the neighbors.

- No more guests than those listed in your reservation are allowed.

- Pet-friendly with prior authorization at booking, and a pet fee of $25 per night. Pet fee is requested after booking is confirmed. Two pets max with a combined weight of 60 lbs.

- We kindly ask that pets stay off the furniture to keep things fresh for everyone. An additional cleaning fee may apply if excessive pet hair is found.



Interaction with Guests:

It’s self-check-in using a code. All the access codes will be provided to you before your arrival.

You’ll have complete privacy during your stay, but we’re available 7 days a week. Should you need anything, just send us a message!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a private pool. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

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

Rules

Lodgewell, as a property management company, has a separate reservation agreement that is emailed to your personal email for digital signature upon...

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

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The Stanley by Lodgewell | Historic SoCo Estate

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SoCo Estate + Cottage | 2 Blocks to South Congress Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Wallace S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location in a beautiful historic home
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location, perfect communication, very comfortable. We would definitely rent this property again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tami B.

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

Super convenient location!

Great location very close to South Congress.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Timmy A.

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

Great Location

My family enjoyed our stay while visiting Austin. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional accommodations near South Congress and Zilker Park. The beds and linens were super comfortable with room for 6 teens and 6 adults. We loved the outdoor deck and used the gas grill for dinner. A serene setting under the beautiful live oak trees in the heart of Austin!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anthony M.

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

Thanksgiving family visit

Very good stat overall. The location is perfect for shopping and good restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

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

Wonderful Location! Lovely Historic Home!

Beautifully-appointed historic home! Worked out so well for our extended family group of 10 people — including two young children
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

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

Best location!

This house is cozy and spacious, and was perfect for our group of 8! It's just a couple blocks from S Congress, so the location could not be more convenient. Beds were comfy!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

cathy s.

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

Very Interesting Property

Vintage and comfortable. Lots of room. Loved the history of the place
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

leslie c.

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

Girls trip

great location, fun house for a group as it sleeps many. Nice to have the outdoor area as the weather was beautiful. We could walk everywhere!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

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

Great find

A house laced with personality in an amazing location! quick walk to South Congress and a short uber ride to downtown. Loved and had a great time with a big group!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Conor D.

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

Great House

Beautiful historic property in the heart of Austin. Exactly what we needed. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lindsey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

great location; a bit smaller than in photos

Great location and neighborhood. Really easy check in. Great yard with firepit / outdoor table area to hang out. Photos make it seem quite large; it felt much more cramped in person. One bedroom is on main floor across from living room (not much privacy). Other bedroom is on 2nd floor but there is no door to the room.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jillian H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Girls Weekend

Our group stayed at The Stanley and we really enjoyed the location! We could walk to shops and restaurants. Plus there was plenty of space for 8 to gather and communication with the host was great. However, as we got further into our stay there were several cleanliness issues. One perk of this rental is plenty of dishes! But many had food caked on them in the cabinets. Along with utensils that were sticky and in the drawer. Several appliances have seen better days and don't work properly. We were looking forward to using the pool because it was HOT.. But it had not been cleaned out and the water was really stagnate. So we skipped it all together. A couple of friends stayed in the guest house which is on the rustic side and had mold on the shower walls. Overall the property is nice, but the house needs a bit of TLC for the price point.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexander S.

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

Greg's Guy Gathering

This place was awesome, and everything that we could ask for from our celebration of my Brother's Bachelor Party! The only reason I gave it a 4 on the cleanliness, was due to a dead roach that was in the lobby when we arrived. Otherwise, the home offered us everything we could ask for, plus the management team was very nice to work with! Made the whole process very each for us. Thank you! AS
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hailey C.

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

Great stay!

Great location & awesome management!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne P.

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

Family time

We stayed here with 8 family members. It as great! We were spending time with our son before he is deployed. Cool house, charming cottage out back great uatd with games, grill, fire pit. The beds were so very comfy! Two blocks to the main drag. We had a fantastic weekend with our son. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021