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

Lakefront guesthouse in Austin with a fitness centre

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Front Door of Guest House
When you walk through the gate from the your dedicated driveway…
Property grounds
Front Door with a Maci photobomb. :)

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Laundry
NZ$334
avg per night

Explore the area

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  • Place, South Congress Avenue
  • Place, Zilker Park
  • Place, Sixth Street
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Study

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
The current price is NZ$334
avg per night

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About the area

Austin

Located on a river, this guesthouse is in Galindo, a neighbourhood in Austin. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Zilker Park and Lady Bird Lake, 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. Kayaking and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and mountain biking nearby.
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What's nearby

  • South Congress Avenue - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Zilker Park - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Sixth Street - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Barton Springs Pool - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Austin Convention Center - 6 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Summermoon Coffee Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Phoebe's Diner - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The ABGB - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Toss Pizzeria & Pub - ‬7 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!

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Ask questions about furry guests.No cats.Dogs only
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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. :)

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
On-site 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

Frequently asked questions

Is Bright Contemporary Guest House with Private Patio, Walk to S Congress, Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this guest house allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Bright Contemporary Guest House with Private Patio, Walk to S Congress, Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bright Contemporary Guest House with Private Patio, Walk to S Congress, Downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bright Contemporary Guest House with Private Patio, Walk to S Congress, Downtown located?

Located in Galindo, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of South First Street and South Congress Avenue. Sixth Street and Zilker Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 135 out of 137 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 137 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 137 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 137 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 137 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Eldon B.

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

Don’t hesitate

Perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Eric W.

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

Amazing Vrbo and Host!

Super amazing host and loved everything about the house. Clean, well furnished, and over all wonderful place to spend time. The neighborhood was also fantastic, so close to downtown Austin!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angel L.

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

Super comfortable, very clean, well appointed, excellent hosts

We wish every vrbo rental was like this one! Our hosts were extremely welcoming, friendly & helpful without being overbearing. Even loaned us their bag chairs to use at a music festival we went to, which were total lifesavers. The rental was so clean, I even felt comfortable going barefoot inside, which I usually am not comfortable doing. The place was well appointed with every thing we could have needed. Bed was super comfortable & the neighborhood was quiet & felt very safe.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

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

A great choice to stay in whilst in Austin

Hosts were great, very accommodating for us and our dog. Such a cute home, great workspace if you need it and the furniture throughout the home is great. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcienne D., Topanga, USA

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

Awesome!

It was such a great place and location, Scott and Cindy put thought and detail into the place which makes it feel like home. Loved my stay:)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Felicity R.

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

What a gem!

My son and I had a delightful stay at this adorable, comfortable guest house. The house is well appointed with fluffy towels and comfortable beds. My son slept in the study on the foldout and found it comfortable as well. Home instructions were clear and I met Scott the owner who was very kind and helpful. I’ll definitely stay here again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denny S.

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

Perfect Austin getaway!

Everything about our stay here was perfect. We loved this little house and the neighborhood. We walked everywhere from this house. The hosts were also great. We will definitely stay here again on our next trip to Austin!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

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

Austin getaway

First trip to Austin and have always preferred VRBO properties over hotels, when available, and this one did not disappoint. Perfect location close to all of the restaurants and activities on our list. Gorgeous little guest house with all the amenities we could possibly need. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tara G., Houston

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

Excellent hosts!

Very clean, cozy and inviting guesthouse. The hosts are top notch and make sure your stay is everything you want it to be. Great location with easy access to downtown, S. Congress, etc. Definitely will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Private beautifully renovated back house

Back house was completely renovated with everything you need for a great stay. Hosts were helpful and available.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim H., Plano

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

Great place for work or fun

Location is in a great neighborhood. Property Manager couldn't have been more helpful. The place is very clean and stocked with everything we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie K.

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

Perfect Austin VRBO

We stayed for two nights on a quick business trip and it was perfect! Clean, decorated beautifully and close to S. Congress and all the good restaurants! Owners are friendly and available for questions. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy A., Pittsburgh, PA

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

Austin quick trip

Scott’s place was perfect-spotless, super well equipped and efficiently staged in a cozy space. Loved the neighborhood and the outdoor area for our dog! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natalie W., Houston

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

Perfect host plus everything else

This was our second stay at this property. Our host was great plus the location is great. Even better a comfortable bed with everything you need. Don’t think you can do better in Austin.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susie J.

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

South Austin stay

Great property, responsive host. They thought of everything to make us comfortable. Will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great time again

This was the second stay at this property for my wife and I and, like last year, we had a terrific time! The property is clean, well-appointed, and quiet. The location is ideal for south Austin and downtown Austin activities. Communication with our host was easy and Scott was courteous and helpful. We are already looking forward to next year's visit!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan K., Hendersonville, NC

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

Clean, Comfy, & Convenient

Great stay at Scott & Cindy’s rental. Proactive communication pre-trip and then found the rental to be even better than the photos. Likely the best-stocked place we have stayed. Some nice pieces of art as well. This will be our first choice for Austin housing on future visits. Great hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great house, location, and hosts!

This property had everything we needed for our 2 week stay. The house was well-stocked, well-appointed and immaculate. The location is ideal for easy access to south Austin's coffee shops, breweries, and taco trucks. Scott and Cindy were friendly, responsive and clearly invested in ensuring their guests have an enjoyable experience. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teri P.

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

Perfect!

Scott and Cindy’s guest house is ideal. It’s very clean and comfortable, with everything we needed. They are great hosts and so accommodating. It’s a nice neighborhood for walking, and our dog enjoyed their dogs and exploring their yard. The location is convenient and quiet. We hope to stay again.
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2021