[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Walk to DT - The Outpost by Portoro Vacation home with kitchen, steps from South Congress Avenue ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66200000/66199400/66199391/734f282e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66200000/66199400/66199391/57876e80.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66200000/66199400/66199391/a512b3f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66200000/66199400/66199391/8ba02506.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66200000/66199400/66199391/0b9c8369.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The Outpost is nestled in a quiet South Congress neighborhood, just one block from Austin's best restaurants, music venues, and shopping. Enjoy cooking and socializing with family and friends in the modern kitchen or relax on the large patio. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61100 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Outdoor space - Air conditioning - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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 DT - The Outpost by Portoro Summary: The Outpost sits in a quiet neighborhood against the backdrop of the vibrant South Congress scene. Just one block away, you’ll find the best restaurants, music venues, and shopping in Austin! This newly built beauty is clean and comfortable. You’ll have plenty of room in the modern kitchen to enjoy cooking and socializing the family and friends. Great WIFI throughout the entire house. Includes a work station, large patio and laundry room. Please SEE: Other Things to Note For Area Details, Please SEE: The Neighborhood & Getting Around This is a no pet/animal home. The Space: Please note, all guests staying at a Portoro home are required to sign a rental agreement. You'll have the entire place to yourself. Just 1 mile to downtown and 5 miles to the UT campus. This house is in the center of everything! There’s nothing like South Congress anywhere else in Austin and has been featured in movies, TV shows, and commercials worldwide. Notable hot spots close by: Joe’s Coffee, Guero’s (Mexican), Homeslice Pizza, Perla’s (Seafood), June’s (Fine Dining), Otoko (Sushi), Hopdoddy Burger Bar, Continental Club (Historic Music Venue), C-Boys (Music Venue), and the best retail shopping in Austin – mostly local and designer brands. More recommendations will be provided in the guest manual. Stay Local Austin is your host during your stay and will be there to answer any questions you may have about the home or the surrounding area. NOTE: We follow the CDC and Airbnb Recommended Cleaning Guidelines. You can rest assured this property has been completely sanitized prior to check-in. are waived from paying the State and Local Hotel Tax. However, there are additional fees we need to collect for damage coverage and housekeeping. LONG TERM STAY - ADDITIONAL FEES FOR STAYS OVER 29 days. In compliance with our policies for long term stays, we need to collect a few additional fees from you before guaranteeing this reservation. Please see below and reply here with any questions. Your guest ambassador will reply shortly and be available to assist you where needed. Additional Cleaning Fee: We do require additional cleaning fees for guests staying longer than 3 weeks. Your Guest Ambassador will coordinate the cleaning schedule for a minimum of once every 2 weeks. You can request cleanings more frequently if desired. Additional cleaning charges will be sent using a payment request or resolution request, immediately following the cleaning. Guest Access: We offer convenient keyless door codes for self-check-in. Portoro Homes uses smart locks with check-in details provided 48 hours prior to arrival by email and text message. • Early check-ins or late check-outs: If the property happens to be ready earlier than the standard 4 pm check-in time on the day of your arrival, in most cases an early arrival option may be available when confirmed with the main office. Late check-outs must be confirmed with main office staff prior to the date of departure. The Neighborhood: SOCO! South Congress. The home of "keep it weird". Getting Around: Austin is an easy city to get around without a car in this location! Walk, rent a scooter or bike, easy access to Uber/Lyft. Austin offers plenty of transportation options. Ridesharing, micro-mobility, and mass transit are available everywhere. The airport is just 15 minutes away. We also provide guests with a full list of recommendations and services. This information can be found in the House Manual upon check-in. Other Things to Note: Please pay close attention to following the house rules. Non compliance could result in sizable fines. \- All guests staying at one of our Portoro Homes are required to sign (esignature) a rental agreement and complete identity registration. \- Age restrictions apply. Reservation holder must be 25 years of age. \- All guests must be included on the guest list and not exceed the maximum number stated on the listing. \- Upon arrival, we aim to ensure your safety, proper access to the home, and guest features. ALL guests are required to read the house manual upon arrival. Should you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to Portoro. \- Known damages incurred during your stay must be reported to the property manager immediately. \- Before check in, we will send you detailed directions to ensure a seamless arrival. \- Check-in time is 4:00 p.m. Check-out time is 11:00 a.m. \- We cannot guarantee early check ins or late checkouts. When it is possible to check in early or check out late, there will be a fee for anything outside of a one hour window within our standard times. If your need for an early check in or late check out is great, your best option is to book an additional night. \- Some homes have cameras for external monitoring only. \- Some homes offer pools/hot tubs. There is no guard around the water features when available. Use at your own risk. \- Stays over 29 days – please inquire separately for terms and conditions. \- HOTEL TAX COLLECTION: Both the City of Austin and the State of Texas requires all hotel and vacation rental hosts to collect hotel tax. We collect these two taxes within the booking transaction. The state requires 6% and the city requires 11%. \- YOU ARE HELPING: A portion of the city hotel tax helps support Austin's musicians and related businesses. \- This is a No Pets property. A daily rate fee of $150.00 will apply for violations and you may be asked to vacate the premises with no refund at the discretion of the Host. \- This is a No Smoking property. Penalty fees for violations will apply and you may be asked to vacate the premises with no refund at the discretion of the Host. \- For the safety of guests and the home, there are noise monitoring devices. These devices only measure the decibel level and do NOT record any audio. Interaction with Guests: Portoro Homes communicates via email and phone. After a booking is confirmed, rental agreement will be emailed to the guest for e-signature. Check-in instructions are sent by email and text message 48 hours prior to arrival date (keyless entry). We offer convenient keyless entry for self-check with no need to stop in at a local office. We do typically check in with guests by email/text 1-2 times during their stays to ensure a 5-star experience and remain available for any questions/inquiries. We are available to guests 24/7. We follow the CDC Recommended Cleaning Guidelines. You can rest assured this property has been completely sanitized prior to check-in. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### 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 - 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Maximum Overni... ### Access methods Access code, smart lock ### Pets Pets not allowed ### 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 This property accepts cash 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 first aid kit 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 The Sure Shot House in Soco Austin 6058ba1a466000002e2622d8 The Sure Shot House in Soco Private vacation home The Sure Shot House in Soco Private vacation home Austin ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C30.24585%2C-97.75328&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=xwnfPr8SLBhh4FzHRttHd6jXHMg=) Austin, TX #### What's nearby - South Congress Avenue - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Moody Theater - 3 min drive - 2.7 km - Zilker Park - 4 min drive - 2.7 km - Sixth Street - 4 min drive - 3.0 km - Austin Convention Center - 4 min drive - 3.0 km #### Getting around - Austin Station - 10 min drive - Downtown Station - 10 min drive - Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 17 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪C-Boy's Heart & Soul - ‬4 min walk - ‪Magnolia Cafe - ‬3 min walk - ‪Torchy's Tacos - ‬2 min walk - ‪The Meteor - ‬6 min walk - ‪Mañana - ‬7 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Walk to DT - The Outpost by Portoro pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Walk to DT - The Outpost by Portoro? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Walk to DT - The Outpost by Portoro? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Walk to DT - The Outpost by Portoro located? > Located in South Congress, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of South Congress Avenue and Lady Bird Lake. Sixth Street and University of Texas at Austin are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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