Acl,Formula 1,Sxsw--'West O' House with Central Austin Convenience
- Minimum stay:2-3 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
'West O' House or 'Cottage' is VERY COMFORTABLE and convenient to all Austin events, this is your home away from home, a newly remodeled 1950's home. This home has hardwood floors throughout. There is a very nice living and dining room, great new kitchen with granite counters and new stainless appliances.
The largest bedroom has a KING bed, the 2nd bedroom has a Queen bed. Both bedrooms have makeup stations with mirrors provided, this helps to free up the single bathroom. The bathroom is very nice, bright and cheery! There is a daybed in the bonus room where there is a new washer and dryer for extended stays of over 5 days please.
You will enjoy the easy in and out features of this home. No lobby to walk through just walk right in from the covered carport and you are home!
This home has been decorated with much attention to details that will make it comfortable for guest! You will enjoy the Texas art on the walls and the artist touches throughout the home.
I call this place 'West O' (for the western influence in the decorating and also for the street it is on). I also call it 'The House on the Corner' which is important because this makes it easy to get in and out of! You will find lots to do within 2 miles of this house! It is between South Congress (So Co) & South Lamar (So La) and 2 blocks from So 1st St. Austin's downtown is just 2 miles away! I love the great location of this home!
Property Type
- Cottage
- 1100 sq. ft.
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Suitability
- Pets Not Allowed
Bedrooms
- 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, Beds for 5-6
- Bedroom 1
- 1 king
- Bedroom 2
- 1 queen
- Bedroom 3
- 1 twin/ single
Bathrooms
- 1.0 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
- combination tub/shower, toilet
- I have makeup stations in each bedrm to free up the bathroom
Kitchen & Dining
- Dining
- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Kitchen
- Dishes & Utensils
- Ice Maker
- Freezer
- Coffee Maker
- Toaster
Amenities
- Clothes Dryer
- Towels Provided
- Iron & Board
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Linens Provided
- Parking
- Hair Dryer
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- Television
- Satellite / Cable
- Video Library
- Books
- DVD Player
Communications
- Internet
Outdoor Features
- Lawn / Garden
Theme
- Family
- Historic
- Tourist Attractions
Activities
- Churches
- Cycling
- Tennis
- Swimming
- Groceries
- Fitness Center
- ATM/Bank
- Shopping
- Miniature Golf
- Sight Seeing
- Walking
- Antiquing
- Live Theater
- Winery Tours
- Restaurants
- Recreation Center
- Playground
- Museums
- Golf
- Hiking
Other Activities
Reviews
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Great stay at West O
Great stay at West O
- Guest Nancy S.
- Date of stay 02/27/13
- Review Submitted 03/08/13
West O' was our first VRBO experience and it was GREAT. The pictures don't do it justice. West O is immaculate, sweetly decorated and equipped with everything you might need for a hassle free vacation. The beds and bedding are superb for a great nights sleep. Prior to the vacation I was concerned about the location, but it turned out perfect. The rental is very close to S. 1st and S. Congress which, after our stay, I would agree is the most unique and fun part of Austin. Tessa knows Austin and is readily available to answer all your questions and provide great recommendations. The home has some very good books and pamphlets to also guide your stay. When looking at the VRBO pictures, the outside does not look as inviting. However, the table and chairs on the car port provided us adequate place to visit outside and the traffic noise was not a problem. I wish we could have stayed longer than the 3 nights to take in more of what Austin has to offer. I also would have loved to stay at West O longer and take advantage of the amenities including the kitchen. I highly recommend West O and would love to return. Thank youRecommended for: Age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.
Owner response: Thank you Nancy for the great review! I hope to be able to do something with the landscape this spring! I am happy that you had a great time in Austin! You were a terrific guest!
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Immaculate Gem with Excellent Location
Immaculate Gem with Excellent Location
- Guest Jan S.
- Date of stay 12/19/12
- Review Submitted 01/04/13
If you're looking for an immaculately kept property with comfortable beds, high quality linens and towels with a good shower thrown in, then rent this cottage at once. In addition to the basics I've listed, the owner is attentive and helpful. The house has comfortable furniture including several comfortable chairs, so your guests aren't perching on kitchen chairs when visiting. The kitchen is very well equipped, and as I was baking for the holidays, the owner supplied the special baking tools I needed. In Austin, location is everything and this house is six blocks from a major grocery store, and easy access to the freeways as well as all the entertainment of the SOCO area and downtown. There are some of those great Austin restaurants within walking distance. This house is a gem, and I wouldn't hesitate to rent it again.Recommended for: Age 55+, romantic getaway, families with young children, sightseeing.
Owner response: Jan, you are the best guest! I hope you will be back! Bless you and your family. Hope the wedding is the best event of the year for all your family!
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Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base Rate 2 night min stay |
$165 | $185 Fri, Sat |
$1085 | |||
| ACL Oct 4 - Oct 5 2 night min stay |
$325 | |||||
| ACL Oct 11 - Oct 12 2 night min stay |
$325 | |||||
| Formula 1 Nov 15 - Nov 17 3 night min stay |
$375 | |||||
| SXSW in Austin, Texas Mar 8 - Mar 15 3 night min stay |
$325 | |||||
| Old Settlers Music Festival Apr 18 - Apr 20 2 night min stay |
$225 | |||||
Additional information about rental rates
Please pay in full by check or make arrangements with the owner for another method of payment.
Deposit may be required for seasonal reservations.
Additional Fees and Taxes:
15% tax (Texas and Austin hotel tax) on the total before cleaning fee.
$75.00 cleaning fee added after tax.
Before paying contact the owner to confirm payment details.
Call the owner directly to confirm reservation details and pay with an approved method (credit card, check, or bank transfer), to protect your payment up to $1,000.
Location
- Nearest Airport: Austin Bergstrom Internatioal Airport at 10 Miles
- Nearest Motorway: IH 35 at 2 Miles
- Nearest Barpub: G&S Saloon at 0.2 Miles
- Nearest Golf: Lions Municipal at 5 Miles
Owner info
Year Purchased: 2011
About the owner: Hi, I am Tessa, the owner of 707 'West O' House. I graduated from the University of Texas and stayed in Austin, got married and have raised all four of my children in Austin. My youngest will be getting married soon and the older three are married and have families of their own. I have 5 grandchildren and love every part of being a grandmother. Larry, the artist, and I have been remodeling the 'West O' cottage for the past year and are excited that it is finished and ready for company! We (T&L) have put a lot of Care (TLC) into making this a special place for guest visiting Austin. We live in south Austin, very close to the property, and are available to help if we can.
Why the Owner Chose Bouldin:
I saw this cottage for sale on the corner and decided to call about it. The home was built in 1949 and was in need of a lot of TLC. I decided to buy it and see if I could put this property to good use. I hope that you will agree that I have succeeded.
The Unique Benefits at this Cottage:
My vision for the house has been realized. When I first walked into the home I liked it! The hardwood floors might have a chance, the small built in phone nook, original to the home, is not seen in homes today. The yellow tile in the bath room would look nice with a new tile floor and a new toilet. The old bathroom heater on the wall would be a cute towel rack. The walk-through room would make a nice laundry/rest area.
There is a carport that could be a nice place to sit outside on a cool day and there is a front porch for a cup of coffee early mornings on the weekend!
I remodeled the kitchen and it looks great!
Contact us
- Primary: +1 5126362600
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Photos
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This is the Queen Bedrooom in the "West O" house! Hand forged headboard!
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These ranch oak chairs were always my dads favorite! New fabric!
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Room for 6 at this hand made dining table.
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King Bedroom has a makeup table for the lady. Dresser is nice for longer stays.
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Front porch shown through the window of the King Bedroom.
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Dresser in the Queen Rm is great for longer stays.
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The laundry room has a comfy daybed. New washer and dryer for extended stays.
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The bathroom in "West O" cottage is bright and cheery with its 1950's tile.
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Original sink and (heater, non working) in the 1950 cottage bathroom.
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Entry table in the kitchen.
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The kitchen in the "West O" cottage is terrific!
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The "West O" cottage is on the corner! Easy to pull in and out of the carport.
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The "West O" living room seats 7! Great leather couch! Cottage built in 1950.
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The living room is open to the dining room. Corner cabinet is for the TV and DVD
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The sideboard in the dining room displays some of the original art for sale.
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King Bedroom in the "West O " cottage. Super comfortable bed!
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There is a makeup table in the Queen Room.
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Details to add the home touch.
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Laundry room. Washer and dryer for extended stays only please.
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New toilet in this 1950 home. Still only t.p. down the toilet please.
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Back door is the main entrance. Covered carport! No charge for parking!! Ha ha.
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New refrigerator with a few old things above.
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There is everything you need in this kitchen!
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Easy entrance for taking bags in! No dragging bags through a lobby!
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