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

Embrace the Austin lifestyle with Zilker Park and South Lamar nearby. Enjoy the private patio or stay active at the on-site gym.

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This bright contemporary guest house in South Austin offers easy access to S Congress and Downtown. Relax by the firepit, explore the garden, or visit the playground. Enjoy free in-room WiFi and an on-site gym for a comfortable stay.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Laundry room

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About the area

Located on a river, this guesthouse is in Galindo, a neighbourhood in Austin. 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 Zilker Park and Lady Bird Lake. 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 cycling and rock climbing. Visit our Austin travel guide
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Austin, TX

What's nearby

  • South First Street
    South First Street
    8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • South Congress Avenue
    South Congress Avenue
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Austin_StEdwardsUniversity_6238405-2
    St. Edward's University
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • South Austin Tennis Center
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Broken Spoke
    4 min drive - 2.3 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
  • Phoebe's Diner
    11 min walk
  • The ABGB
    14 min walk
  • Once Over Coffee Bar
    15 min walk
  • Habanero Mexican Cafe
    12 min walk

About this property

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

  • Guest house near South Congress Avenue
  • At Bright Contemporary Guest House with Private Patio, Walk to S Congress, Downtown, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden and a playground. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities and a gym.
  • You'll also find perks such as:
    • Tennis courts, barbecues and smoke-free property
    • Games and beach towels
    • Guest reviews say great things about the location
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Bright Contemporary Guest House with Private Patio, Walk to S Congress, Downtown feature comforts, such as fireplaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and offices.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • 1.5 bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
    • Smart TVs with cable channels
    • Porches or lanais, outdoor lighting and kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Games
  • Gym
  • Playground
  • Tennis

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a lake

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Office

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

Rules

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. :)

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

2 total pets

Note from host: Ask questions about furry guests.No cats.Dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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

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).

How much is parking at Bright Contemporary Guest House with Private Patio, Walk to S Congress, Downtown?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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).

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Reviews

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

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 152 out of 154 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 154 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 154 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 154 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 154 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

Great pet friendly host and place!

Scott is a fantastic host, great place and loved the location. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sloane B.

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

Amazing Spot!

This has become my favorite place to stay when visiting Austin. It’s one of the most comfortable beds I’ve slept in, the place is clean, and the host is super friendly and accommodating. Can’t recommend enough!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Howard M.

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

Incredible hospitality

We loved our stay! Great location and lovely hosts. Highly recommend this Vrbo. Thanks Scott and Cindy for making our stay in Austin comfortable and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret H.

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

Perfect

This was our second stay and it was perfect. Great host, great location and great home.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Florencio E. H.

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

Best place in ATX

Our stay was excellent. Scott place is on the top of our list, everything was perfect, from the super coziness of the apartment to the welcoming sprint of the owner and the location of the property. I would definitely stay here again on my next trip to ATX.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig P.

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

home away from home

can’t say much other then this is a fantastic place to stay. . all the comforts of home and the owner are cool af .
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

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

A beautiful space to stay and work remotely!

This home has so much character and beautiful touches for both the indoor and outdoor spaces. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corey K.

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

Perfect place to stay

We loved staying here. The house was immaculate and had everything we needed. The owner’s were super friendly and made us feel very welcome. We loved how quiet the neighborhood was and how close it was to many great restaurants. We look forward to staying here again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea G.

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

Best VRBO in Austin

We loved our stay at Scott’s guesthouse! It was in a great location and it was perfect for my partner, our pup and I. Our pup even got some play with with Scott’s wonderful puppies :) The house was clean and private and we can’t wait to stay there again when we visit Austin.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

steve m.

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

Review

Very nice and clean property with great space inside and out. Hosts were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob Z.

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

Fun in SoCo

The location, neighborhood and the property itself were all perfect for us. Scott was super friendly and responsive even to the point of buying a coffee bean grinder for the kitchen when he found out we had whole beans. The outside areas were really nice to hang out in and the kitchen was well stocked with tools and pots, etc. we couldn’t have been happier. Great trip.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul T.

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

Austin weekend for UT football

Great property with full kitchen, great primary bedroom and bath, and fantastic hosts. The location is close to great restaurants in South Austin. We have stayed here before and will be back again in November for another fun Austin weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Scott and Cindy are such thoughtful hosts. If you need it, it's there! All done in style and comfort, I'll be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola N.

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

Fabulous!

The house is perfect! Well decorated and really well stocked - items I never expected were available for guests. Scott, one of the owners, was super helpful. I will most definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin C.

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

Awesome VRBO in ATX!

This was our first VRBO stay in Austin and we picked a great house! Scott and Cindy were such nice hosts and regularly checked with us to make sure we had everything we needed. The house was in a great location, very clean and modern. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Thanks Scott and Cindy!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

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

People & Pet Friendly Stay

Central location for all your Austin adventures! Clean, comfortable & has everything you need for your stay. Yard is perfect for your furry family members and a great spot to chill. We will be sure to stay again when we are in town. Scott is a great host, responsive & welcoming. The small touches and little details didn't go unnoticed, well decorated & a great layout.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie W.

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

Go to place in Austin

We have rented this unit several times. There are so many great things about this rental! Clean, well equipped & a great location. Scott is a great host. You won’t be sorry by choosing this rental
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

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

Amazing find

My wife and I stayed at this property for the CapTex triathlon with our two older dogs. The house is a guest house behind the main property and is a really beautiful two story spot. The property owners were the nicest people and shared with us recommendations of places to go check out for food and were great to chat with while taking the dogs in the backyard. The location is really easy to get to anything off Lamar as well as Congress and is in a quiet neighborhood that we felt very comfortable in. We would definitely stay here again when in Austin.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

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

Perfect Austin Getaway

We visited Austin for a long weekend to attend the ACL music festival. We were so pleased with the guest house and could not have had a better experience!! The kitchen was well-stocked, the bathroom was enormous, the bedroom was tranquil, and the backyard was divine. Without a doubt we will stay here again if we return to Austin. Scott was a very communicative and welcoming host. Five stars all around!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023