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

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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% based on

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Laundry room
£131
avg per night

Explore the area

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Austin, TX
  • Place, South First Street
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, South Congress Avenue
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Edward's University
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Study

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
The current price is £131
avg per night

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About the area

Austin

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 rock climbing and cycling.
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What's nearby

  • South Austin Tennis Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • South First Street - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • South Congress Avenue - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • St. Edward's University - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • St. David's South Austin Medical Center - 3 min drive - 1.9 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
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The ABGB - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Once Over Coffee Bar - ‬15 min walk

About this property

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

A stunning 842 SF detached two-story Guest House in the heart of South Austin, separated from the Main Home by a tree-filled privtate entry. You'll have a full kitchen, dining, living area and a study/work space (desk & LCD monitor) and a half bath downstairs. Upstairs is a bedroom with a King Bed, walk-in closet and an elegant bathroom with a huge, dual-head shower. Guests also have part of the back yard, outdoor seating and a fire pit/chimnea to use that is partitioned from the rest of the yard. You will also have a Smart TV with streaming apps and a full size washer & dryer.

We are a very quick drive or a casual walk to Zilker Park, South Lamar and South Congress! We typically walk to our favorite places...like Lucky Robot Sushi, Torchy's, Lady Bird Lake Hike & Bike Trail, Thai Fresh, Auditorium Shores, Terry Black's BBQ, Summer Moon Coffee, Reina Pepiada, LeNoir, Fresa's and many, many food trucks & trailers!

Come see why Austin continues to be one of the fastest growing and best cities to live in! Cindy and I have been hosting fantastic guests for almost 4 years with 100% posative and ZERO negative reviews (on another site). We set this up as if we would want to stay here without needing anyting outside of food/water/etc. I know you will have a great stay, but please let us know if you have any questions!

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Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Ask questions about furry guests.No cats.Dogs only
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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. :)

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

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 does it cost to stay at Bright Contemporary Guest House with Private Patio, Walk to S Congress, Downtown?

As of 21 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bright Contemporary Guest House with Private Patio, Walk to S Congress, Downtown on 2 Jun 2026 start from £131, 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.

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 is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 145 out of 147 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 147 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 147 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 147 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 147 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leigh H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome bnb - best I've stayed in. Scott was a wonderful and helpful host.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful repeat visit! Great location, friendly hosts, clean and well stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We travel to Austin several times a year, and this was by far our favorite location! Cute house with everything we needed, and close to downtown. Walkable to lots of restaurants and activities. Hosts are fabulous to work with too!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rene G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic! It was perfect for us and our pup Dax. Clean, had everything we needed. Thanks so much for the hospitality! We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful and had everything we needed and more. The hosts were very responsive and welcoming.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was very clean and well equipped with everything thing I needed. Really cute place, well decorated, huge bathroom/shower and awesome location. Host was very accommodating and made me feel welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rene R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed a lot of places in Austin and this has been the best by far! Scott and Cindy are fantastic hosts and our puppy loved it. We will be staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rafa B.

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

Amazing place!

We will definitely be staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
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

Nicola N.

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

Fabulous

I’ve stayed here numerous times and will continue to do so.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian T.

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

Great place and location.

Very nice house with very good host that have thought of everything to make your stay memorable.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
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

Denise B.

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

Awesome house, hosts, location!

This was an amazing property with a beautiful environment and wonderful hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola N.

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

The perfect house

I've stayed here multiple times and will keep coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret H.

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

Great place!

Awesome host. Wonderful place and location!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
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

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

Mark J.

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

Scott’s place

Great place, warm and comfy with everything you need for a pleasant stay in Austin! Great hosts and super accommodations!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
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

Cindy W.

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

Quiet, good location, private.

Very nice accommodations, we wanted to stay in a more private setting than a hotel would be able to offer; we were in town for a family memorial service.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott F.

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

Perfect couples getaway

Everything about our stay was perfect. Scott and Cindy are gracious hosts and the property is first-rate. Definitely would recommend this property if you're looking to stay in Austin.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey B.

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

Delightful guest house!

A lovely guest house, very stylish and super clean. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

laura m.

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

Excellent property/ Location

Awesome property, location and hosts! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
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