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Eclectic 3 Bedroom | Block from South Congress!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms107 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly

About this property

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

Eclectic 3 Bedroom | Block from South Congress!

Summary:
If you’re ready for a fun and funky Austin vacation you’ll remember for years to come, Life Off SoCo is it!

The Space:
This 3-bedroom, one-of-a-kind home just south of downtown proper truly encapsulates the Austin vibe of “keeping it weird!”. You’ll love spending time exploring every room, never quite knowing what you might find next. Located just one block from trendy South Congress, fantastic shopping and fabulous restaurants are practically right in your backyard. You won’t believe just how many food and drink options are within walking distance from your front door, accommodating whatever mood you find yourself in from dining in to snagging some take-out. Downtown Austin is just a 5-minute drive or ride away, making day trips to and from the home a cinch. For a more peaceful way to spend the day, Lady Bird Lake is also a short distance away, offering parks, a boardwalk, hiking and biking trails, and even kayaking and paddleboard rentals for an immersive day on the water. This location simply cannot be beat for anyone who wants to fully experience everything Austin has to offer!

While you’ll undoubtedly be busy spending your days out and about exploring the area, Life Off SoCo is interesting enough to keep you happy and at home as well. The theme is eclectic, and the home fully delivers with interesting art, décor, and furnishings in every room. The sunny living room with abundant natural lighting offers comfortable sofa seating and a smart TV, the perfect spot to unwind and stream your favorite show. You can step out onto the shaded back deck where you’ll find a plethora of outdoor furniture suitable for dining as well as rest and relaxation. Back inside, the spacious kitchen can accommodate all your mealtime needs, fully equipped with stainless steel appliances, toaster, drip coffee maker, and a large island where you can serve up a spread of afternoon appetizers. Coffee lovers are also sure to love the pour-over coffee setup available in the kitchen. Barstool seating at the island for 2 is an ideal spot for your morning coffee or a quick breakfast or take more formal meals at the nearby dining room table with seating for 6. A fully fenced back yard offers even more outdoor spaces to spread out and stretch your legs, keeping the unconventional theme alive and well in the décor and seating options.

This home comfortably sleeps 7 guests between 3 private bedrooms and a twin size sofa sleeper in the loft.

Bedroom #1 includes a queen size bed.

Bedroom #2 includes a full size bed.

Bedroom #3 includes a queen size bed and ensuite bathroom with two individual vanities and a walk-in shower.

The home also includes 2 full guest bathrooms – the first on the main floor with a pedestal sink and shower/tub combo and the second on the second floor with a pedestal sink and walk-in shower.

THINGS TO NOTE:
- Washer and dryer in home.
- Driveway parking available for up to 2 vehicles. Additional metered parking on the street as needed.
- If you are bringing a pet, please note that the pet fee is not included in the total price. An additional flat fee of $150 applies, and a maximum of 5 pets are allowed in the unit. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us.

The property is located in a vibrant neighborhood in south Austin, minutes from surrounding restaurants, cafes, and landmarks. The area is diverse and holds the authenticity that Austin is so proud of. You’ll be within easy reach of Austin’s popular attractions like the Texas State Capitol, Congress Bridge Bats, and the Greetings from Austin Mural. Zilker Park, which houses the famous Barton Springs Pool, offers access to paddle board and kayak rentals, and central Lady Bird Lake and nature trails boast a two-mile loop perfect for exercise or a relaxing stroll. Be sure to visit the live music bars and clubs on 6th street, a part of Downtown Austin that earned the city the nickname of “Live Music Capitol of the World.”

Other Things to Note:
This home will be stocked with a starter set of consumables such as soaps and paper products. Guests are advised to either bring or purchase additional after arrival.

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the city center

Things to do

  • Golf privileges

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1152 sq ft (107 sq m)

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Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Charge may apply

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

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About the neighborhood

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Austin, Texas

What's nearby

  • South Congress Avenue - 1 min walk
  • Palmer Events Center - 20 min walk
  • Moody Theater - 3 min drive
  • Austin Convention Center - 3 min drive
  • Sixth Street - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Downtown Station - 9 min drive
  • Austin Station - 10 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Home Slice Pizza - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jo's Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Guero's Taco Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Perla's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Joann's Fine Foods - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Eclectic 3 Bedroom | Block from South Congress! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Where is Eclectic 3 Bedroom | Block from South Congress! located?

Located in South Congress, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of South Congress Avenue and Lady Bird Lake. University of Texas at Austin and Austin Convention Center are also within 3 mi (5 km). Downtown Station is 30 minutes by foot.

Eclectic 3 Bedroom | Block from South Congress! Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather G., Dallas, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Work trip stay
Truly an Austin experience. The location is perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Debra W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great location and comfortable space to gather outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Micheal G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and very private
It was a great place to stay. Location was perfect. Wish that the beds were a little less squeaky. The spiders were unwelcome guests but that’s understandable. Overall, great place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Trip
Great location and fun decor. You can walk to South Congress area, close to great restaurants and fun shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house in great location
Loved the space to spread out & the eclectic design. Our only suggestion is that the primary mattress be replaced annd lowered. Otherwise we had a great time & the location doesn’t get any better! Loved walking to shops & restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christi W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location!
Great location! Lots of restaurants and shopping a block away. Parking for 2 cars in driveway. Master bedroom bed is very high. Luckily, there are stools for climbing in. 3 bedrooms and a pull out couch in a loft. 3 bathrooms. Kitchen was well stocked. Lots of art and knick knacks to look at. We enjoyed our stay. Thanks so much
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

William H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic house & location!
Iconic house with lots of character! Nice quiet neighborhood, but right next to the very happening South Congress neighborhood, with bars, restaurants & some of the top music venues in Austin. We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved this place!
The house was in a great location for South Congress and downtown. We loved all the curios, prints and paintings. The beds were comfortable and the linens super comfy. A few suggestions: we think the upstairs bathroom in the hall was totally missed for household cleaning. The toilet seat was loose. There was no toilet paper and no vanity kit that was in all the others. We wished there had beef tissues in the bathrooms. The top step was loose on the stairs. We wish there had been a standing light in the living room. The overhead lights were a little bright. However, we would still highly recommend this place to stay in and would definitely stay there again ourselves.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Tour of Texas
We loved this property! It was fun and as advertised! The location could not have been better!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenna C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girl gang Austin Trip
Our groups of girls enjoyed our stay immensely. Everything about the house was wonderful - it was cute, clean, comfortable, well equipped, eclectically decorated, so much room to spread out. The location couldn’t be beat. Thank goodness for its own driveway. Management company was accommodating too when we asked for early check in and later checkout. We’d definitely recommend a stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick birthday(s) celebration
It was my sister’s 60th & my daughter’s 21st birthday celebration. The location was EXCELLENT. Short short walk to everywhere and the parking in driveway was one of the best thing about the house since you had to pay for parking EVERYWHERE in Austin which we were not aware. House had everything we need but we didn’t need much since we did not spend much time there. One thing, one of the beds in the bedroom is extremely high. We had no kids of elderly or that would have been a problem as it was quite and effort to state nicely to get in and out of that that especially in the middle of the night. Great VRBO experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karla J.

Liked: Cleanliness
BEST VRBO EVER!!!
Fabulous everything; Location, Space, Decor, Abundance of pillows, blankets, kitchen supplies and just pure neat cool things. Loved the outside space and how original all of the decor was. I wanted to stay one more day, one more week. I would charge a bit more and add a tv upstairs in the main room. Our boys sort of hogged the tv downstairs. My husband slept in a separate room because our bed was too high for him. He said it was comfortable but squeaked a lot. Maybe upgrade the mattress? Overall we loved it and will come back for sure. I have already spread the word with my pictures on Facebook and two of my friends are going to books soon.. LOL. ! Fantastic and kudos to the owners and all of their hard work on making this house a true GEM!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023