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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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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.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 359 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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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 transport

  • Street parking available
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

  • Smoke-free property

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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 area

South Congress, a neighbourhood in Austin, is home to this apartment. Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lady Bird Lake and Zilker Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Moody Center or Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking. Visit our Austin travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Lady Bird Lake which includes a lake or waterhole, a city and a skyscraper
    Lady Bird Lake
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • South Congress which includes signage and shopping
    South Congress Avenue
    8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Rainey Street featuring night scenes
    Rainey Street
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Palmer Events Center
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Moody Theater
    5 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Ego's Lounge
    14 min walk
  • Home Slice Pizza
    13 min walk
  • Hopdoddy Burger Bar
    13 min walk
  • Aba Austin
    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.

How much is parking at Quiet getaway near South Congress, Lady Bird Lake and downtown Austin?

On-site parking is available at the 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?

Checkout 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 miles (5 km).

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

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 107 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 107 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 107 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 107 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 107 reviews

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

6.0

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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

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

Mary G.

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

Perfect weekend getaway stay

Loved everything about this vrbo rental. Convenient, clean, great communication from owner, comfy bed. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mitch M.

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

Great accommodation and location

Everything was as advertised. Clean comfortable quiet location with walking distance to everything.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine F.

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

ACL Long Weekend

Perfect place for a long weekend getaway and close to South Congress restaurants and shops.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

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

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

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

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

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

Jeff H.

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

Perfect

No complaints at all. Clean quiet and safe. I will be staying here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

M B.

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

Austin Gem 💎

An ideal apartment within walking distance to trails, shops, and restaurants. The owners went out of their way to help out with check in, check out and everything in between. We will definitely return to this lovely property in a quiet, leafy area!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

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

Kevin K.

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

Can’t wait to stay there again!!!

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the apartment. The location is excellent (approximately a 1/2 mile to South Congress) and the neighborhood is great for those that enjoy walking. The communication with the property manager was excellent! The written instructions within the apartment were very clear and concise. Overall, our experience was great! We’re looking forward to a return visit!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 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

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

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

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

Dawn H.

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

Bright and Comfortable

Probably my favorite VRBO!! Owners were always available by text. Bright, airy, comfortable, all the conveniences you could ask for! They even had coffee and Splenda!! Very close to South Congress Street and all the dining and shopping options one could ever ask for. Definitely recommend !!! I would give 100 stars if I could!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

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

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

Mark D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at South River City. The accommodations were very clean and comfortable. The location was in a beautiful, quiet neighborhood and yet very convenient (walking distance) from shops and great places to dine. The host was friendly and helpful in making our stay a great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Spacious room with all of the amenities needed. Great location and easy access to many south/downtown sites of Austin. Easy communication with the owner, who allowed early room access to help with our arrival day plans. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheri Jo M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was perfect! Access to the property and laundry was easy. There are many shops nearby and the SOCO location is prime! The space itself was adorable and perfect for us (2)! The host was responsive and greeted upon check-in. We highly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025