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78704 - Heart of South Austin;-)

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Open airy living area with access to a private deck and yard.
Art galore. Cool tile floors.
Gas range, pots and pans for your cooking pleasure.
Retro kitchen with Bosch dishwasher - very quiet!
Dining area for four.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Austin, TX
  • Place, Broken Spoke
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, South Congress Avenue
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Zilker Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

78704 - Heart of South Austin;-)

Heart of Austinville, open and airy retro duplex with natural light and a modern flair. We have moved to longer term bookings of 2, 3, 6, or 12 months. Guests (traveling nurses (3 months), runners, grandparents (2.5 months), families, couples) loves the art, books and location.

Austin was selected as the #1 city in the US for the third year. Come stay and see what the buzz is all about! Located four miles from SOCO (South Congress), one mile from Central Market and two miles to Zilker Park (ACL Music Festival).

Stay awhile - two, six, nine and twelve month rentals available. Ready to try Austin out without making a commitment to moving? Want to take a winter off from the snow? Heard Austin is the place to be? Come and check it out.

Available for Long Term RENTAL 2, 3, 6, 9 and 12 months.

Unit has fully equipped kitchen, breakfast bar, living area with sliding door to private deck, queen and full beds, luxury cotton sheets, central air/heat, ceiling fans, and washer/dryer. 40” flat-screen TV and WIFI high-speed Internet.

Two bus routes nearby.
Close by music venues.
Great pizza at Giovanni's.
Kerby Lane 24/7 - an Austin institution.

Make Austin your home away from home!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Austin

Located on a river, this vacation home is in South Lamar, a neighborhood 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 Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium or Moody Center. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cycling nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Broken Spoke - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • St. David's South Austin Medical Center - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • South Congress Avenue - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Zilker Park - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • St. Edward's University - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Austin Station - 14 min drive
  • Plaza Saltillo Station - 17 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Matt's El Rancho - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Loro Asian Smokehouse & Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Kerbey Lane Cafe - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does 78704 - Heart of South Austin;-) have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at 78704 - Heart of South Austin;-)?

As of Mar 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 78704 - Heart of South Austin;-) on Mar 31, 2026 start from $150, 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 78704 - Heart of South Austin;-) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 78704 - Heart of South Austin;-)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 78704 - Heart of South Austin;-)?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 78704 - Heart of South Austin;-) located?

Located in South Lamar, this vacation home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Broken Spoke and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Zilker Park. South First Street and St. Edward's University are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Francisco R.

Wonderful first days for new Austin residents

We had way more than normally expected from an experience of this sort: all the items you normally need when at home like, towels, soap, flour, coffee, sugar, all kitchen utensils, books in the shelves, etc. We certainly had the best of Austin and this helped us through our process of relocation. For the price, this is surely better than many long stay hotels.
Stayed 60 nights in Aug 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Danielle R.

awesome owners

we stayed here June '15 for rot rally. it was nice and cozy. room for our trailer. neighbors were friendly also. the ac froze up but Cody's daughter was on top of it and came over and then called actually repair. was very awesome to have her do this!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2015
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10/10 Excellent

Jackie A.

Love, Love this house.

I doubt I will ever stay in another hotel. This house has sold me on VRBO and I hope this house is always available when I travel to Austin. Clean, homey and oh so convenient. Thank you Cody for allowing us to stay in your lovely home.
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

Perfect get away retreat!

My family and I had a wonderful stay. Very clean and well kept property. I would recommend this place to my friends and I will be using this home for future trips to Austin.
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10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

Great Location and Value

Great South Lamar location within walking distance of Broken Spoke, Torchy's Tacos, and much more. And a very short drive or bike ride to downtown, South Congress, Zilker Park, etc. Very comfortable and very well-stocked home, had everything we needed. We did have an issue with the AC the first night but it was just a clogged drain line and was fixed the next morning. I see a guest in June had a similar problem so they might want to have this checked. I would definitely come back on a future visit to Austin.
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10/10 Excellent

Wonderful - just like home!

This was a mother daughters getaway in Austin and first time using Homeaway. I was a little out of my comfort zone but it was fantastic! We were close to everything. Friday vintage shopping and dinner at East Side. Saturday hiking. We stopped at HEB and made dinner at home away from home. Fully stocked kitchen (nice cookware). If I go back to Austin, this will be my first choice!
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10/10 Excellent

Danielle R.

awesome Rot Rally getaway

We had a great stay! Was perfect! First day we got there the ac froze up however Piper was right on it and had it fixed in no time... great girl... we will be back for sure
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

Weekend Getaway

Cody's place was as comfortable and immaculate as it could be! Everything and anything my friends and I needed for an enjoyable stay could be found. The beds are extremely comfortable. The check-in and check-out process was a breeze. The location was great; it was so close to south congress restaurants, coffee shops, minutes away from downtown and Barton springs and Zilker. I will definitely be back! Thank you!
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10/10 Excellent

Cristin C.

Amazing value, beautiful accommodations!

This 2 bedroom apartment is beautifully decorated and has everything you could need. It is perfect for people who like to cook or just don't want to eat out all the time and can't travel with all of their kitchen stuff. The kitchen items in this apartment are very good quality. Nice, thick bottom cookware, good knives, large fridge space, toaster, blender, toaster oven, microwave, and even coffee and condiments! There are tons of clean towels and all the beds have super clean white bedspreads on them. You can tell that everything has been washed right before your arrival. This place is top quality and so well cared for. The owner was very considerate of our needs and even offered us an air bed for our son to sleep on. Excellent experience, highly recommended!
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10/10 Excellent

Cindy V.

Terrific!

The property worked perfectly for me and two school age children. It is centrally located to some highly recommended BBQ and Cafes. The Host included suggestions for local entertainment and eating establishments that worked wonderfully for us. The duplex is located in a safe cul-de-sac that the kids could play in and included covered parking off the street. I hope to get back again next year for spring break.
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10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

Comfort + everything you need is SOLA

The hosts were my first impression. They were easy to connect and communicate with, friendly and helpful. The condo offers a generous open space living and dining room plus two bed rooms. The condo also offers a generous patio with bar-b-q. The location is perfect, in the heart of South Austin and just minutes from downtown. We enjoyed great food at several Tex Mex restaurants, the HopDoddy hamburger restaurant, and local coffee shops. Our stay offered an easy commute to the Hill Country and wine tasting plus we got to Austin City Limits for a Texas New Year's eve. It doesn't get much better.
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10/10 Excellent

Adrian P.

perfect house

This is probably the best house I have ever stayed at in Austin. I have stayed at lots of places mostly friends houses. This place exceeded all of their places. Perfect location in quiet neighborhood. Such an easy drive north to downtown and get to come back to the quietness. House has everything you need, I mean everything!!! The price is fantastic, absolutely no complaints. Will definitely stay here again.
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10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Cute, comfy, clean & great location!!!

My two friends and I stayed here for a girls getaway. We've rented through VRBO numerous times, and Cody's house is one of our favs! The duplex was adorable and so well stocked with everything we needed. The beds were comfortable and it was very clean. We had never been to Austin and didn't know the city at all, but It turned out to be in a great location! We were initially concerned that there was only one bathroom and three women, but there was a vanity area in the master bedroom that was a pleasant surprise and an added bonus! The back patio was nice, although we didn't get to spend anytime out there because there is so much to do in Austin. Cody was wonderful to work with. The only recommendation I have is to pack a set of ear plugs because there is a new condominium complex going up behind the house, and the construction started at 7:00 am. We will definitely be back to Austin and will stay here again!
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10/10 Excellent

Kristina R.

Tina Rosenthal

Fantastic place to stay in Austin with a great location!
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10/10 Excellent

Grace H.

Wonderful!

Lovely home, clean, comfortable, everything you need and more, great location. Highest recommendation.
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10/10 Excellent

Kelley P.

Perfect little gem!

Three of us traveled to Austin from Denton for a weekend visit with friends. We were SO impressed with Cody's perfect little escape in South Austin. It was expertly appointed with anything you could possibly need for a short stay -- or even long term. The decor was eclectic, the furniture was all super comfy, the patio is a perfect spot to sit and enjoy the night air. We could not have been happier with the place and will definitely keep it in mind for future visits.
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

Quaint property in a lovely area.

Property is lovely - looks exactly as pictured. The home was very well kept, with plenty of towels/washcloths, closet space, and a great iron! Adequate parking between the driveway and the coldesac, in which the property is located. Overall, excellent stay & Cody was very helpful with any requests that we had!
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10/10 Excellent

Christina A.

Comfortable and convenient.

The house was perfect for us to share with our daughter and her husband. So close to everything in South Austin!!
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10/10 Excellent

Cozy Home in Perfect Location

We stayed for 2 weeks in December while working and visiting family. This place is comfy-funky and has everything you could possibly need to make yourself at home. Furniture and beds are comfortable; all cooking utensils plus spices and teas and other goodies; laundry and dish washing and cleaning supplies; doodads for a small office; fluffy towels (including beach towels); information about Austin; and tons of wonderful books (including some kids' books). When the weather's nice, the large back deck is pleasant (and has pots of fresh herbs). Fabulous grocery store Central Market is very close, as are tons of fun Austin restaurants. The location is so central it's easy to get just about anywhere in Austin from here. And Cody is a joy to work with. We'll definitely be back.
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8/10 Good

Marshall C.

Great property in a quiet but convenient location

The property was very clean with great amenities, nice deck, and quiet neighborhood (despite some short-term street construction nearby). We stayed there for ACL weekend. While it was a little too far to walk by foot, it was a short drive to closer parking. Had we brought bikes, it would have been an easy ride to Zilker. Also very close to Kirby Lane and Taco Xpress for breakfast. The owners were friendly and made the stay extremely easy. Recommended for anyone visiting the city with a car or bike.
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8/10 Good

Kylie S.

Perfect Location & Great Accommodation

We had a great time in Austin for the weekend - made even better by the perfect location of Cody's unit. Walking distance to the Broken Spoke, a short drive to South Congress and 6th Street. Cody's recommendations on eateries in the area were all fantastic, we tried them all! The accommodation was clean & comfortable, we really appreciated all the little touches included - so much better than staying in a hotel! Thanks for making our first experience using homeaway.com so easy & enjoyable!
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10/10 Excellent

JOSEPH G.

FAMILY HOLIDAY VISIT

Great location in South Austin. Convenient to all areas of the city and a quick drive to see the kids who live near Salt Lick. The place is very well appointed with everything you may need if you cook; we went to numerous restaurants within a few mile radius and never ran out of selections. Look forward to our summer trip back to Austin and will check availability of this house. Keep up the good work Cody. Joe and Sharon Gillette Michigan
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8/10 Good

Nora S.

great location

We rented this property during Labor Day weekend. We were in Austin for LEGO Kids Feast. There are 4 of us: my husband, me, my 10 yr old boy, and my almost 3 yr old boy. We love the location of this property. We visited Amy's ice cream and Kirby Lane while we stayed here. The drive to the Conventional Center was easy too. The home reminded me of a 2 bedroom apartment. When we were there, it was hot and a lot of mosquitoes. So we didn't really use the outdoor patio. The A/C unit was loud but to us, it is perfect for white noise while we slept. Overall, it was a better than renting a hotel. Cody was really nice. I'd love to stay here with my family again in the future.
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8/10 Good

Sara P.

Great location!

We came to Austin to visit friends and family after moving away in 2010. We loved staying in "funky" South Austin. We were able to visit family in far South Austin, Friends in North Austin and walk to many restaurants with ease. The duplex was a perfect size for our family of four. My 10 year old and 7 year had plenty of space and the master bedroom is very spacious. The pantry was well stocked with staples and there were plenty of clean towels (included beach which was a nice surprise). The decor was modern Austin....I loved looking at the Austin pictures. There was also a wide range of books and some children's games. The only reason the property lost one star was because it needed a good dusting. It was clean but there was dust on most surfaces. I also wished the deck area had been washed better for us to enjoy. I would recommend this property for anyone visiting Austin. It was great and I hope to stay there in the future!!
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10/10 Excellent

Don N.

Winter Stay

We really enjoyed our stay on Cody Court while we visited Austin this winter. The location was a perfect base for exploring the Austin area. Our accommodations were very nice and well stocked with all the appliances, linens, laundry facilities, etc, that make for a comfortable stay. We especially enjoyed the “Austin” feeling décor and the variety of books on hand to enjoy. The neighborhood felt safe and was quiet for being in such a busy city. Our hosts were wonderful and eager to make our stay enjoyable. We would highly recommend this home away from home to anyone visiting the area.

About the host

Hosted by Chris King and Cody Brady

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(Picture shows Cody and Chris the owners) warming up after a swim in a glacier fed lake, (p.s. the temperature was about the same as Barton Springs Pool.)
That's Cody on the right and Chris on the left.
We have been happily living in South Austin since 1983. Love listening to music, swimming at Barton's and eating at our favorite taco trailers/sushi/vegetarian/Spanish tapas restaurants. We teach at local universities and would love to share our insiders tips to local spots. And restaurants Uchi, Sway, Henri's, Barlata, Lick, Barley Swine, Mellizzo's.........

Why they chose this property

Travelers at heart we want everyone to enjoy South Austin. Our retro duplex provides the comforts of home with the all the amenities. Furnished in an eclectic South Austin style - Google Fiber for your computer. Explore Austin then relax on the deck to read a book or put your feet up on the coffee table!

What makes this property unique

Only 2.2 miles to Zilker Park and ACL AND 2 blocks to two major bus lines. Located in Austinville - a newly developing shopping area. Close to Central Market a fabulous upscale grocery store! One mile from the NEW Wheatsville Food Coop.

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