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Holy Duck! FREE Heated Pool ~Outdoor TV's~ Firepit

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A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a bar area with stools.
A backyard with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and string lights.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a kitchen area with white cabinets and a refrigerator.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a bar area with chairs.
A kitchen with a stone countertop, a black faucet, and a window with a view of a wooden fence and outdoor furniture.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Enjoy the heated pool
    A rare find in this area - swim in comfort or have a relaxing dip.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Private pool
  • Toys
  • Kitchenette
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Austin, TX
  • Place, Battle Bend Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Regal Metropolitan
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, South Congress Avenue
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Austin

East Congress, a neighborhood in Austin, is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Zilker Park and Lady Bird Lake, while Moody Theater and Austin City Limits are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Moody Center or Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium.
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What's nearby

  • Battle Bend Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Regal Metropolitan - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • South Congress Avenue - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Sixth Street - 9 min drive - 10.9 km
  • University of Texas at Austin - 10 min drive - 12.3 km

Getting around

  • Downtown Station - 16 min drive
  • Austin Station - 20 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pins Mechanical Co. - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Twin Peaks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪San Juanita's Tacos - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Holy Duck! FREE Heated Pool ~Outdoor TV's~ Firepit have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Holy Duck! FREE Heated Pool ~Outdoor TV's~ Firepit?

As of Nov 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holy Duck! FREE Heated Pool ~Outdoor TV's~ Firepit on Nov 17, 2026 start from $543, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Holy Duck! FREE Heated Pool ~Outdoor TV's~ Firepit pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Holy Duck! FREE Heated Pool ~Outdoor TV's~ Firepit?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Holy Duck! FREE Heated Pool ~Outdoor TV's~ Firepit?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Holy Duck! FREE Heated Pool ~Outdoor TV's~ Firepit located?

Located in East Congress, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of South Congress Avenue, St. David's South Austin Medical Center, and St. Edward's University. Zilker Park and South First Street are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First of all the communication was exemplary. The kitchen was wellStocked with top of the line pots, pans, dishes etc. There were more than enough clean towels. A/C was perfectly set. Totally enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Response from Holy Duck! FREE Heated Pool ~Outdoor TV's~ Firepit on Oct 10, 2026
Thank you for the thoughtful review! We’re glad y’all felt well taken care of and had everything you needed, from a well-stocked kitchen to plenty of fresh towels and a cool, comfortable home. It’s great to hear our communication helped make the stay easy, too. We’d love to have you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a weekend in Austin! Hosts were very responsive with any needs we had. Quiet location with an easy drive to the city and airport. We enjoyed using the pool to cool off between sightseeing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 18, 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re glad you had a great weekend in Austin and enjoyed the pool and peaceful setting. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to have you back! Lucas, Nickol and the Five Star Vacation Home Rentals Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This Vrbo was amazing! It had everything a family would need from beach towels, to full kitchen supplies and an outdoor area for games, plus the great pool that was heated to 85. Everything was PERFECT and the communication was detailed and wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 6, 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review, Donavon! We’re so happy to hear the home had everything your family needed and that you enjoyed the pool, outdoor space, and all the little extras throughout the stay. We truly appreciate your kind words about the communication as well. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Holy Duck! Jacob, our host, was very communicative and always easy to get a hold of. The back yard space was wonderful for hanging out and playing games, and the inside was comfortable with plenty of room for our group of 6. I also love that everything we could ever ask for was provided, including shower items, plenty of towels, cooking gear and spices. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 3, 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review Anna! We’re thrilled to hear that you and your group enjoyed your stay at Holy Duck and that the backyard and indoor space worked well for you. It’s great to know that you found everything you needed during your stay—we always aim to make our guests feel right at home.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great House

Kids loved the heated pool!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 22, 2024
We're so glad the kids enjoyed the heated pool. Hope to see you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All good. Very nice. Host was excellent. Handy location with our son’s home within walking distance.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 29, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review Robert! We're glad to hear everything was great and that the location worked perfectly for your visit. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a beautiful home in crazy Austin TXWe had everything we needed at the property. Kitchen was spacious and inviting for a family gathering. The pool and backyard put it over the top for us. Also so grateful they are pet friendly. Our pups loved their vacation too. Lucas and his team were top notch with check in and notifications. Highly recommend a stay at Holy Duck!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 28, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the home, especially the kitchen, pool, and backyard. It’s wonderful that your pups had a great vacation too—we love welcoming furry family members. We’re glad check-in and communication went smoothly, and we truly appreciate your recommendation. We’d be delighted to host you again anytime at Holy Duck!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ducking cute

This house was perfect for our family trip to Austin. The location was great & the neighborhood was quiet. Everything was very clean & fresh. I would rent this house again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 28, 2023
It's great to know that you appreciated the convenient location and the peaceful neighborhood, Sandi. We can't wait to welcome you back in the future for another fantastic stay. -Lucas & the Five Star Vacation Home Rentals team.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing stay with nice outdoor space

I recently stayed at this house for a girl's weekend. It had everything we needed and we really enjoyed the nice outdoor space - especially the pool. It was a short drive/uber to anywhere we wanted to go (10 mins), and we found the location convenient for our needs. The host was very responsive to our questions, which we really appreciated. I would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on May 27, 2025
Thank you so much for the lovely review! We’re so glad to hear the house was a great fit for your girls' weekend and that you enjoyed the outdoor space and pool. We love how close everything is too—makes getting around super easy! It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d be happy to welcome you back anytime. 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Stay

We stayed for a week at Holy Duck, and it's just exactly as the pictures depict. It's an older house in an older neighborhood in South Austin. The house may show it's age in places, but it has a nice interior and a spacious kitchen. The backyard is absolutely perfect for relaxing and entertaining; we were in the pool just about every day! It's a nice, quiet area and close to a lot of good restaurants. Check-in and communication were excellent. It was a wonderful stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 28, 2025
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We're so glad you enjoyed your stay at Holy Duck and made the most of the pool and backyard—it's definitely one of our favorite spots too. It means a lot to hear that check-in and communication were smooth, and that you found the location convenient and relaxing. We'd love to welcome you back anytime you're in South Austin!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot for a quick Austin getaway

Fantastic South Austin location! Quiet and safe, minutes to South Congress and all downtown hot spots. Clean, cozy, charming home. My 65 year old mother was ready to just stay forever! Pool was so relaxing after walking the city all day. Would return!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 17, 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay and that the location and amenities made your trip memorable. We're especially glad your mother loved it as well! We look forward to welcoming you back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mr.

This has been by far, the best VRBO we’ve rented. Everything was as good as advertised. The pool is awesome. The bedrooms are awesome. The kitchen is awesome. Can’t praise enough!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 13, 2024
Thank you so much for the kind words! We're glad to hear that you had such a great experience and that everything lived up to your expectations. We'd love to host you again in the future! :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Pocket Neighborhood

This property was excellent. Super clean, very quiet, great area close to restaurants and coffee shops. Beds were amazing; like sleeping on a cloud. A/C nice and cold. Didn't use the pool but a family would have loved the privacy of the back yard. Would definitely stay again. Host was super efficient and quick to respond. Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 13, 2023
Thank you so much for your kind words, Janine! We're thrilled to hear that you found the house incredible. Feel free to come back! -Lucas & the Five Star Vacation Home Rentals team.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great for location and amenities!!!

Fantastic modern home, clean and well appointed, in a great Austin location! Owner has thought of everything and more you could need for a fun time at the house! Great A/C, plenty of towels, comfortable beds, and sweet Texas decor. My granddaughters especially loved the colored lights in the pool at night! Make a reservation, you won't be sorry!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 7, 2024
We’re so happy to hear that you and your granddaughters had such a wonderful time at our place! We're thrilled that you enjoyed the modern amenities, clean space, and great location. It means a lot that you appreciated all the little touches we've added to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. We hope to have you back in Austin again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Stay

This is such a terrific property - from the street, very unassuming; however, the backyard is loaded with fun. My grandchildren ran, "played" bocci ball and jenga. The host was very communicative and responsive. I had requested the heat on the pool be up to 90 degrees, and it was on both days. Will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 16, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! 😊 We're thrilled to hear that you and your grandchildren had such a great time enjoying the backyard and all the fun activities. It was our pleasure to make sure the pool was just right for you! We’d love to host you again anytime. Safe travels and see you next time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Austin

Clean, good communication.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 28, 2024
We appreciate that a lot, Noel! Feel free to stay with us again! - Lucas & the Five Star Vacation Home Rentals team.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ducking Awesome in Austin

Lucas's property in Austin is exactly what our family was looking for! The home is exactly as advertised. It was clean, well furnished (no cheap IKEA stuff), and had tons for us to do with the family in the pool, back yard, and living room. We had a couple of things come up during the trip and Lucas and his team responded almost instantly. The location is less than a mile from the popular South Congress area and had quick access to multiple highways.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 19, 2025
Thank you so much for the kind words! We're so glad to hear the home was exactly what your family was looking for and that you enjoyed the space, the amenities, and the location. It means a lot to know you felt supported throughout your stay — we always aim to respond quickly and make sure everything goes smoothly. We'd love to welcome you back anytime you're in Austin!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect break place

The place was perfect for us. The ambiance was relaxing yet fun. Loads of things for the kids to do and the pool was the perfect temperature. Decor: time and thought was put into the fixtures and decoration and supplies. It has everything needed. Beds were comfy and clean. Loads of towels and it was all very well taken care of. We will be coming back for sure!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 28, 2024
Thank you so much for the kind words, Anna! We're overjoyed that you and your family had such a wonderful time. It's our pleasure to provide a relaxing and fun space for our guests. Glad you loved the pool, the decor, and the overall comfort of the place. Your family has been amazing guests, and we can't wait to welcome y'all back again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pool was great

We did a quick staycation for the pool and enjoyed our time. They listing says to say quiet after 10pm (no music, loud talking), but around 8pm they told us to not be outside at all. Just a heads up, you're in a neighborhood with close neighbors
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 23, 2024
Thanks for your feedback and we're glad you enjoyed the pool! Sorry about the confusion regarding the noise policy. We do have close neighbors, and sometimes the quiet hours can feel a bit strict, but we just want to make sure everyone has a pleasant stay. We don't mind everyone staying in the backyard past 10 PM as long as everything's relaxed and chill. We’ll make sure to clarify the rules better in the future. Hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic!

This house was amazing! We had three adults and two teens. The backyard and pool area were perfect. The house was spotless. The house was in a neighborhood with a lot of houses close, but once inside and in the fenced-in backyard you’d never know. It was super convenient to get to restaurants and shopping. The host was very responsive and helpful. I hope to stay here again in the future! Highest recommendation!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on May 9, 2025
Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled to hear the house worked so well for your group and that you enjoyed the backyard and pool area. It means a lot to know you found everything spotless and convenient — we always aim to make our guests feel right at home. We'd love to welcome you back anytime. Thanks again for the highest recommendation!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great House

This is a nice oasis in what can be the craziness of a growing Austin area. As experienced VRBO(Homeaway) people we can tell you this host was one of the most accommodating and responsive we have ever had. The house was immaculate and has everything that you want in a VRBO. There is some travel involved if you are going into the city or anywhere north, but it is wasn't that bad and it is well worth it for what you get in this house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 28, 2024
Thank you so much for the kind words! We're really happy y'all enjoyed your stay and considered us one of your best Airbnb experiences. Your compliments about the house mean a lot to us. It was a pleasure hosting such amazing guests like you, and we hope to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ideal Bachelorette

We stayed here for my sister’s bachelorette and couldn’t have been happier with this house! It was even better than listed online. Incredibly clean, comfortable beds, great appliances and the house and yard were just as well decorated and fun as they looked in the listing! The house was also stocked with everything we needed - cleaning supplies, irons/steamers, towels for the pools, etc. to make things really easy and comfortable. Lucas was also incredibly communicative and made sure we felt comfortable with every step of the booking and check in process. We couldn’t recommend this booking more!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on May 7, 2025
Thank you so much for the amazing review! We’re thrilled to hear the house exceeded your expectations and made your sister’s bachelorette so memorable. It was a pleasure hosting you all, and I’m really glad the amenities and communication helped make everything smooth and comfortable. You’re welcome back anytime!
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy
The kitchen has most cooking utensils, but it's nonstick pans. Oddly enough I found a cast iron skillet! Which was a welcome surprise. Communication was, at the time reliably quick with the property manager, although there were not fixes to the issues we faced. There is a minefield of dog poop in the backyard, around the corner of the house, so don't let kids run around unsupervised.There are bugs, in and out of doors. The bath and shower were not very clean upon arrival, hairs and soap residue, and I had to clean it myself. The pool had bits of bugs in it, we netted as much as we could. The pool never got heated beyond 85 even after we paid the fee to heat it to 95. The bedsheets are polyester and hot.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
I wish VRBO allowed half stars because it really should be a 3.5. Alas, it wasn't a 4 and here's why.Communication leading up to our stay & check in were all as expected. Excellent communication, both before & during our stay. But we quickly learned the pics & description didn't quite live up to expectations.The pool area was the one thing we were looking forward to the most & ended up being the largest disappointment. When we first went to get in the pool, we noticed an ant infestation that ran from some of the vegetation along the fence line along the side of the pool. There were so many ants, they were falling in to the water & leaving a thin layer of dead bugs along the surface. We tried to skim out the bugs as best we could be the skimmer wasn't a fine mesh skimmer so many of the bugs remained in the pool. We let the owners know and they directed us to a can of bug spray. Not the best solution. There's also a very large crack in the pavement along one side of the pool between the pool and the house, requiring swim shoes or similar to be worn around the deck because of sharp edges. We also checked the filter & it was filled with leaves & debris. We opted for Barton Springs to swim the next day.Many rooms had cracks in walls / ceiling, indicating possible water damage behind the walls.Beds were also concave & sagging to the middle in both king beds.Decent, not great, stay. Overall, not worth the price.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 17, 2026
Thank you for the thoughtful feedback, Jay. I’m glad our communication and check-in were solid, but I’m truly sorry the rest of the stay didn’t live up to what you expected, especially the pool since that was something y’all were really looking forward to. We’ve taken your comments seriously and have worked with our team on the items you brought up. We always want the home to feel well cared for and worth what our guests paid, and I’m sorry we missed the mark during your visit. We appreciate you staying with us, Jay, and would love the chance to give y’all a much better Five Star experience next time you’re in Austin. Hope to host you again, Lucas, Nickol & the Five Star Vacation Home Rentals team
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