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Quiet getaway near South Congress, Lady Bird Lake and downtown Austin

Apartment with kitchen, 10-minute walk to South Congress Avenue

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Terrace/patio
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Escape to this charming private apartment in the heart of Travis Heights, nestled between three Live Oaks. Unwind with a comfortable King-sized bed and well-lit bathroom or take advantage of a work nook with ample natural light and full-size desk. With hardwood floors, dual zone AC and heat, you'll feel right at home.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 359 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Quiet getaway near South Congress, Lady Bird Lake and downtown Austin

Nestled between three Live Oaks, this beautiful private getaway in the Travis Heights neighborhood near South Congress and Lady Bird Lake is close to everything but secluded enough to get away from it all.

The private, stand alone apartment features hardwood floors, dual zone AC and heat and a private bedroom with a comfortable King-sized bed, walk-in closet and a well-lit bathroom with walk-in shower. A work nook in the living room includes a full-size desk and ample natural light.

Located on a quiet residential street within walking distance to Downtown, SoCo and Rainey Street. While a car isn't necessary, street parking in front is always available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming 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

  • Unit size: 640 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

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

About the neighborhood

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Austin, TX

What's nearby

  • South Congress Avenue - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Rainey Street - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Austin Convention Center - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Sixth Street - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Moody Theater - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Downtown Station - 4 min drive
  • Austin Station - 12 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Joann's Fine Foods - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Aba Austin - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Two Hands - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Jo's Coffee - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Soho House Restaurant - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet getaway near South Congress, Lady Bird Lake and downtown Austin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Quiet getaway near South Congress, Lady Bird Lake and downtown Austin?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet getaway near South Congress, Lady Bird Lake and downtown Austin?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Quiet getaway near South Congress, Lady Bird Lake and downtown Austin located?

Located in South Congress, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of South Congress Avenue and Lady Bird Lake. Sixth Street and University of Texas at Austin are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Quiet getaway near South Congress, Lady Bird Lake and downtown Austin Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 103 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 103 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 103 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 103 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 103 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brooks M.

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

Great stay!

We enjoyed our weekend in Austin, and look forward to a return trip here soon. Our stay was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika D.

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

Super clean and cute spot!

Close to all the best stuff, yet tucked away and quiet and cozy. Great hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miranda C.

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

Great experience

Clean, great location. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deke M.

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

SoCo serenity

Convenient location near the South Congress area for activities and restaurants. Easy access to all routes and close to city yet a quiet neighborhood. Clean and comfortable apartment. A great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Centrally located. Great host. Great time
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S.

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

Wonderful stay

It was a wonderful location, very nice neighborhood only about a 15 minute walk to lots of restaurants and shopping. Very clean. Lots of room. Nice and accommodating hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

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

Consistently Excellent!

This was our 2nd stay at this property. For us…the location and accommodations fit our needs perfectly! The location is excellent…awesome/beautiful neighborhood with great proximity for walks to South Congress! Great communication with the property hosts. Very friendly and available if needed. Can’t wait to stay there again!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jake R.

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

Beautiful property with friendly owners!

A wonderful apartment close to the action of South Congress in a beautiful, quiet neighborhood. The owners go above and beyond with a number of small touches to make your stay special. We'll definitely be back next time Austin beckons!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet B.

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

Great trip!

The apartment was perfect for our needs. Kitchen stocked with basics, comfortable seating and bed. Location was ideal, within walking distance to South Congress. Owner was very responsive. The only thing that could improve this property would be more counter space in the bathroom. Would definitely book this place again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony W.

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

Great stay in Travis Heights

The apartment is above a detached garage and feels very private. The unit was extremely clean and it was easy to communicate with the owners. Its on a quiet street in Travis Heights within easy walking distance of South Congress. Having access to laundry inside the garage just below the unit is super convenient for a longer trip.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

jeff s., Columbus, OH

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

Everything you need in a VRBO

This place had everything we were looking for in a VRBO. The location is great. The apartment is in a quiet neighborhood and just a 10-15 minute walk to S Congress and everything that area has to offer. The apartment was very clean and very comfortable for 2 people. The hosts were very accommodating, allowing us to check in early and check out late without issue. We already told them that we're going to stay here again the next time we come to Austin. Definitely would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lexi E.

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

Lovely place

Such a lovely home and a lovely couple that rented to us! They are very friendly and helpful! My boyfriend and I really enjoyed staying here! It's a very homey and safe neighborhood! We will be coming back again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy L.

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

Slice of Quiet Paradise

What a wonderful spot! Everything was perfect, and the hosts were super friendly. When I go back to Austin, I’d 1000% stay here again. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly B.

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

Cute neighborhood stay

Jon and Kate were (are!) wonderful hosts. The apartment is perfectly located in a quaint neighborhood of Austin, walking distance to Congress and Lady Bird Lake. I felt like I was living in a tree house, the property has a lovely tree canopy for optimal shade on hot days. Thank you again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay Y.

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

Nice stay in Austin

The apartment was clean, the location was good, quiet beautiful neighborhood. John was very thoughtful and accommodating when our flight was cancelled, resulting in a later arrival. It was a good choice for our Austin visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cori O.

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

Great All Around

Everything exceptional, including neighborhood, hosts, proximity to S Congress, walkability, property itself, comfortable bed. Perfect for two!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celena M.

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

Beautiful Place in a Lovely Neighborhood

We really enjoyed our stay at this beautiful place. It was perfect for the two of us. It’s located in a fantastic neighborhood that’s just a short Uber ride away from amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina S.

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

Safe and convenient stay close to SOCO and downtown Austin

We stayed here for a couple weeks during SXSW. John was super responsive and even had some welcome treats in the unit when we arrived. Very nice neighborhood and pretty quiet for the city. The bed was a bit firm for our tastes but not bad. It was veryeasy to walk to many places.
Stayed 16 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

Great location

We had a great stay with John in his South Congress location. It was so easy to get downtown, whether you walk it, via Lady Bird Lake walkover located right outside of his neighborhood. The apartment was very clean and ready for the unexpected cold weather that we woke up to on our first night. The bed was comfortable. We made breakfast every morning and found street parking every night we were there. The washer and dryer was the very nice to have and made our decision to stay here this trip and our next one. See you next time John
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

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

Austin Film Festival Stay

Beautiful quiet residential neighborhood with easy access to downtown Austin by bus, Uber/Lyft, or walking. We Appreciated the bottled water, coffee, and shower essentials. Found an amazing NYC eyeglass place Moscot within short walk, along with other upscale shops like Hermes. Everything was perfect. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis S.

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

Great place to stay

We loved are stay. Located in a great neighborhood close to plenty of shopping and places to eat. Within 10 minutes of Zilker park and UT. The host was awesome. I highly recommend this place and i will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dena K.

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

Austin trip

Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony W.

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

Great Location!

The unit is above a detached garage and is the perfect size for 1-2 people. Laundry is in the garage below the unit. I didnt cook anything on this trip but the kitchen seemed functional. The close proximity to south congress and downtown while feeling like you are in a quiet neighborhood is the best part.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property made our stay in Austin even better. Many thanks to John and Kate for designing a great apartment in walking distance to the SoCo shops and downtown Austin.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda &., Chevy Chase, MD

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

A great rental with a SOCO vibe!

Discovered the meaning of SOCO (South Congress) staying in this terrific cozy rental. Met all our needs, including walking up and down steps to this garage apt. entrance. Great for exercise! The owners were super, John taking time to greet us on the first day from his semi-detached house front lawn.Located in a lovely, quiet historic neighborhood, a very short drive to bustling S. Congress. All our drives in the city were 15-20 min… to the museums, Capital bldg, restaurants. Not caught in any traffic gridlock from this location. Highly recommend unless you have difficult climbing a climbing a flight of stairs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024