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Free Parking, SoCo | Creekside Bungalow - Portoro

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
TV, stereo, offices
Interior
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

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.

Free Parking, SoCo | Creekside Bungalow - Portoro

Summary:
Welcome to the Creekside Bungalow, situated along the banks of East Bouldin Creek and a stone’s throw to South Congress and First Street commercial districts. Curated exclusively for our guests, the space is designed to be comfortable, stylish, and practical for short or longer-term stays. Perfect for up to 4 people looking to be in a thriving neighborhood and at the center of what makes Austin unique and memorable.

The Space:
Please note, all guests staying at a Portoro home are required to sign a rental agreement.

You'll have the entire place to yourself. This charming, residentially-styled 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom is designed to make you feel right at home. Plush beds, a comfy couch, smart TVs, brand new appliances, and a BONUS basement workout room, office desk, and laundry are just a few shiny features offered.

Enjoy the front porch for a morning cup of coffee on the cushioned bench or for socializing after a day of shopping on South Congress. NOTE: this is a fairly new property. The yard has not been completed yet. Also, it's an open property and doesn't have a fence.

Sleeping arrangements include 2 private bedrooms, one with a king bed and the other a queen. 400 thread-count sheets and bedding will keep you cool or warm depending on the season.

The newly remodeled kitchen includes a stovetop, oven, microwave, dishwasher, and smaller appliances. The space is well stocked with all the equipment and utensils you need to prepare a great meal. Sit at the high-top 4 person dining table for homecooked meals or when you have some of Austin’s favorite flavors delivered to your doorstep.

The bungalow has a large bathroom and walk-in shower upstairs and another smaller bathroom with a stand-up shower on the basement level. Both are stocked with high-quality towels, toiletries, and essentials.

The living room features a large screen smart TV with YouTube TV, and a sectional couch along with an assortment of board games. Ultra-fast internet keeps the bungalow connected so guests can work, stream, or surf from any location.

Just outside the kitchen is our sunroom/mudroom that was enclosed to provide easy access to the bonus basement area downstairs. This lower-level area features a full standing desk set-up with a thunderbolt docking station and dual monitors, mouse, and keyboard for anyone needing to break away from the group to get some work done.

Most unique to the bungalow is a dedicated workout area, also located in the basement. Keep up with your exercise routine using our provided mats, free weights, and a weight bench - all in the privacy of your own Austin short-term rental. NOTE: Stay Local Austin can connect you with some local fitness gurus for in-home classes too.

Lastly, a full-size stacked washer and dryer with all the laundry essentials is also located downstairs.

NOTE: We follow the CDC and Airbnb Recommended Cleaning Guidelines. You can rest assured this property has been completely sanitized prior to check-in.

Also, please review the LONG TERM STAY - ADDITIONAL FEES section below. Stays over 29 days are waived from paying the State and Local Hotel Tax. However, there are additional fees we need to collect for damage coverage and housekeeping.

LONG TERM STAY - ADDITIONAL FEES FOR STAYS OVER 29 days.

In compliance with our policies for long term stays, we need to collect a few additional fees from you before guaranteeing this reservation. Please see below and reply here with any questions. Your guest ambassador will reply shortly and be available to assist you where needed.

Additional Cleaning Fee:

We do require additional cleaning fees for guests staying longer than 3 weeks. Your Guest Ambassador will coordinate the cleaning schedule for a minimum of once every 2 weeks. You can request cleanings more frequently if desired. Additional cleaning charges will be sent using a payment request or resolution request, immediately following the cleaning.

Guest Access:
We offer self-check-in. Portoro uses smart locks.

•We cannot guarantee early check-ins or late checkouts in advance. If the house happens to be ready earlier than our standard 4 pm check-in time on the day of your arrival, we, in most cases will allow an early check-in. For a reliable alternative with guaranteed check-in or check-out timing, it's recommended to book the night before or after your scheduled arrival or departure.

The Neighborhood:
Many residents are committed to preserving its historical integrity and the eclectic vibe of the neighborhood and homes. Come stay here for a true dose of Austin living at its best! Just 2 miles to downtown, 5 miles to the UT campus, and a 15-minute drive from the airport.

NEARBY MARKETS/GROCERY STORES
H-E-B: 2400 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704
Tiny Grocerer: 1718 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704
Thom’s Market: 160 E Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78704
RiverCity Market & Deli: 2209 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704
NEARBY COFFEE
Mañana: 1603 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704
Jo’s Coffee: 1300 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704
Meteor: 2110 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704
Teal House: 2304 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704
TOMS: 1401 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704
NEARBY BREAKFAST
Primo Tacos 2101 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704
Cafe No Se: 1603 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704
Magnolia Cafe: 1920 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704
Joann’s Fine Foods: 1224 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704
Torchy’s Tacos: 1822 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704
South Congress Cafe: 1600 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704
Guero’s: 1412 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704
June’s: 1722 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704

In addition to South Congress District, guests can also stroll South First. An artery of unique shops and delicious eateries, South First Street is an interesting area of South Austin that begs to be explored and yet remains somewhat off-the-beaten-path. Here you will find eclectic stores and vintage goodies next to ethnic restaurants and buzzing coffee shops. Notable spots include:

Roadhouse Relics “home of the “Greetings from Austin” mural”.
Bloomers and Frocks
Polvos
1417
Elizabeth Street Cafe
Bouldin Creek Café- a completely vegetarian restaurant
South First Food Court
Winebelly

Getting Around:
Walk to South First or South Congress respectively. So much of what you will need during your stay is a stone's throw away. Austin offers plenty of transportation options. Ridesharing, micro-mobility, and mass transit are available everywhere. The airport is just 15 minutes away.

Other Things to Note:
The sun/mudroom steps that lead to the basement are uneven. Please use the handrails at all times.

Currently, the large yard area is slated for a beautification process so, we recommend guests only use the area during nice weather and at their own risk.

It’s Good to Note:
- Pets are allowed at this home at a rate of $150 per pet (2 max, up to 50 lbs). If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without Portoro’s approval, there will be a cleaning charge of $500. Owner must pick up after dogs - no exceptions.
- You must be 25 years or older to book this property.
- Please note that our occupancy includes an additional two beyond bed count. Trifold floor mattresses and additional linens can be provided upon request.

Disclaimers:
- No smoking in or outside of this home. Subject to a $300 fine.
- Occupancy and noise limits are strongly enforced. Subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.
- IDs and security deposits when applicable will be requested after booking
- We have the right to report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud

Accidental Damage Protection: A non-refundable accidental damage protection plan has been included in the price of your reservation. Under this plan, you will not be held responsible to pay for accidental damage or loss to the rental property resulting from you or others in your party up to $2000. This plan does not cover intentional acts of a guest, gross negligence, or willful and wanton conduct, and/or damages caused by pets. This plan is not available for reservations 30 days or longer or reservations that require a security deposit.

Interaction with Guests:
Portoro offers self-check-in. As your hosts, Portoro will be available to answer any questions you may have about the home or the surrounding area.

Guests will have access via an electronic smart lock and the access code will be provided prior to your arrival.

NOTE: We follow the CDC and Airbnb Recommended Cleaning Guidelines. You can rest assured this property has been completely sanitized prior to check-in.

Property manager

Portoro

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Things to do

  • Fitness center

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1200 sq ft (111 sq m)

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 22

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Access methods

Access code, smart lock

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
This property accepts cash
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 first aid kit
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

Map
Austin, Texas

What's nearby

  • South Congress Avenue - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Palmer Events Center - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Moody Theater - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Austin Convention Center - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Sixth Street - 3 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Austin Station - 10 min drive
  • Downtown Station - 10 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Torchys Tacos - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Magnolia Cafe South - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪June's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪C-Boy's Heart & Soul - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bouldin Creek Coffee House - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Free Parking, SoCo | Creekside Bungalow - Portoro pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Free Parking, SoCo | Creekside Bungalow - Portoro?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Free Parking, SoCo | Creekside Bungalow - Portoro?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Free Parking, SoCo | Creekside Bungalow - Portoro?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Free Parking, SoCo | Creekside Bungalow - Portoro located?

Located in South Congress, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of South First Street and South Congress Avenue. Austin Convention Center and Sixth Street are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Free Parking, SoCo | Creekside Bungalow - Portoro Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot, great host
We very much enjoyed our stay here. The location is very close to SoCo but is on a quiet street, and had all the amenities we needed. Check in was nice and easy; check out was even better! Excellent host!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott A., Athens, Ga

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location! Great place!
It was our first time to Austin. This place is right off South Congress and also First St. The place is amazing clean and has everything you need. It make a you feel like you are really experiencing living in Austin. Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay close by for the Festival!
We really enjoyed our stay! The house was a great location for the festival and walking distance to restaurants, coffee and shops. Plenty of materials to cook and clean. The furniture and appliances were all good quality. It would have been nice to have a parking spot on the property so we didn’t have to park in the street.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great little place to stay for a weekend in Austin.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Sonja H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice Location, Dirty Rental
Unfortunately, the place was dirty upon arrival. I had to wipe all the counters and fridge and it was filthy. Baseboards in the entire house were super dirty as well as one of the walls in the bathroom. The sofa was also gross and and I couldn't sit on it; it is very worn and appears to be 20 years old. The rug below it is also not clean. There was even a HUGE cockroach in the bathroom - on my toiletries one day as well. (despite keeping the doors & windows shut at all times) Management had to come to remove it. The yard is just dirt so, this is mentioned in the writeup, but it doesn't look like there are any plans to improve it. The property management team for the property was fantastic, very responsive and helpful. The beds were comfortable and had clean sheets. Towels were clean as well. AC worked well. Check in & out was easy. Location is great. But, I would never rent this unit again or recommend it due to the cleanliness. I travel regularly and this was far below acceptable.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for mid-week stay close to downtown
We loved the house, the neighborhood and proximity of great restaurants. It felt safe, there were good playgrounds nearby for our kids and they loved throwing rocks in the creek. The house was big enough for our family of 4 + a dog, especially given the added workspace downstairs. Parking is on the street and across the street, but only a minor inconvenience.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
5 day Austin visit
Nice bungalow. Clean. Comfortable bed. Large and practical bathroom with great shower. Seamless and fast communication with owner. I would add a few more wine glasses in the kitchen. There were only 2.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome house
Enjoyed the house very much. Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better than Advertised
The Creekside Bungalow was better than my wife and I had hoped. A blizzard delayed our trip to Austin and good friends delayed our check-in. We normally cook breakfast and sometimes lunch when we stay somewhere. We would have really appreciated the selection of spices, utensils and array of pots and pans, had we done any cooking. We were within walking distance of so many great cafes and restaurants that we forgot to do so! The on-site washer and dryer were a godsend and the heaters came in handy as we stayed during the rare Texas ice storm. We rented a car but might not do so our next as it was so convenient and easy to walk everywhere! And we will have a next visit because this place is adorable and the SOCO bridge is within walking distance. You know, the bridge where the hundreds of thousand bats fly out from under, when there isn't an ice storm. We found OUR place in Austin and cannot wait to visit an amazing American city and our freinds again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

kelly s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving
We had an amazing stay. The property is great, and the location couldn’t be better. The host was very communicative and accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick trip to Austin
Had a wonderful stay at the house. The location was perfect and had plenty of things to do within walking distance. I would be happy to spend another vacation there if I get the chance.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Timothy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and neighborhood
Loved this spot. Property has everything you need.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect South Congress stay
Beautiful place, very clean, and very walkable to all the shops and restaurants on South Congress. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022