[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Top Rated Oasis in Prime South Congress Location and Close to Downtown Family-friendly vacation home in Austin with a fitness center ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20270000/20267300/20267234/w1529h1023x7y0-000c1ed1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books, video library, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20270000/20267300/20267234/11617268.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books, video library, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20270000/20267300/20267234/0680d547.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20270000/20267300/20267234/1f3878c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books, video library, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20270000/20267300/20267234/c284bfec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Austin, this spacious 1,100 sq ft casita is an oasis in the bustling South First location. Relax on the expansive screened-in porch or step into a fully equipped kitchen with bar seating and cook up a storm. With plenty of natural light and outdoor furniture for 12, you can unwind in style. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41100 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Washer - Gym - Barbecue grill - 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. ### Top Rated Oasis in Prime South Congress Location and Close to Downtown Large (1,100 sq ft) casita in the heart of Austin. Perfect South First location for Austin traveler/vacationer in Bouldin Creek district. Enjoy an oasis of calm right in the middle of all the action -- just a 10 minute walk to bustling South Congress and a quick drive/leisurely stroll to all that Downtown offers. Some of Austin's top restaurants, including Lenoir, Mattie's at Green Pastures, and Winebelly are only a few blocks away! Updated luxurious accommodations including a brand new queen-sized mattress. More details about the space: This is a spacious, 1,100 sq. ft, casita/guesthouse (comparable listings are generally half the square footage) where you can relax in peace or walk to most everything Austin has to offer. To access, from the carport you'll enter via the gate and walk through the beautiful outdoor patio, where a shady tree grows up from the deck floorboards. Outdoor furniture offers seating for 12; deck is shared with the main house. Step through the expansive screened-in porch, and make your way into the casita. Fully equipped kitchen and island with bar seating are open to the living room, complete with 40” flatscreen with DirecTV. In the kitchen, there's plenty of work space to cook a big meal or to assemble a picnic for a trek to Barton Springs. Accommodations also include a comfy, queen-sized sleeper sofa, large windows throughout, and a laundry area with washer and dryer. Sizable master bedroom is located upstairs in the loft and features a luxe queen-size bed along with cool decor below a vaulted ceiling. Plenty of natural light, walk-in closet, and enough space for a blow-up mattress. Clean and elegant en suite bath has a stand-up rain shower. Please Note: The second bed is a sofa bed located in the living room downstairs. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Computer monitor - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - In the city center - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo ### Things to do - Bicycles - Gym - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks 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 - Bicycles - Garden - Unit size: 1,100 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37110000/37107800/37107766/1e64d3ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Walk to Restaurants & Shopping; 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This is not a crash pad but a very nice casita Noise must be kept at a minimum after 10 pm as we are in a residential neighborhood ### 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 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 ### We should mention A car is not required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Luxury Two-story Guesthouse Steps Downtown Soco House Austin Luxury Two-story Guesthouse Steps Downtown Soco House Luxury Two-story Guesthouse Steps Downtown Soco Austin Twostory house Steps Soco Hou Two Story Steps From Soco ## About the area Located in Austin, this vacation home is in the city center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lady Bird Lake and Zilker Park, while Moody Theater and Austin City Limits are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Moody Center or Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Austin travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Austin.dx178234) [View more Vacation homes in Austin](https://www.expedia.ca/Austin-Private-Vacation-Homes.d178234-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C30.24373%2C-97.75895&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=2SUeEuuR2pMB5RM4daQ8A3T48Tw=) Austin, TX ### What's nearby - South Congress Avenue - 7 min walk - 0.6 km - Zilker Park - 3 min drive - 2.7 km - Moody Theater - 4 min drive - 2.7 km - Sixth Street - 4 min drive - 3.4 km - Austin Convention Center - 5 min drive - 3.4 km ### Getting around - Downtown Station - 4 min drive - Austin Station - 10 min drive - Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 12 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Once Over Coffee Bar - ‬3 min walk - ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk - ‪Phoebe's Diner - ‬4 min walk - ‪Habanero Mexican Cafe - ‬5 min walk - ‪Halal Hub - ‬4 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Top Rated Oasis in Prime South Congress Location and Close to Downtown pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-out at Top Rated Oasis in Prime South Congress Location and Close to Downtown? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Top Rated Oasis in Prime South Congress Location and Close to Downtown located? > Located in the center of Austin, this family-friendly vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of South First Street and South Congress Avenue. Sixth Street and Zilker Park 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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