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Heart of SoCo Private Suite: Uncommon Luxury, Unbeatable Location, Unusual Value

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View upon entrance into your spacious, luxurious suite replete with Tempurpedic bed, fine art,  windows with shutters and an antique writing desk!
Guests enjoy complimentary street parking on the Resident Parking Only!
The Suite is accessed via this private and gently sloping ramp.
The ramp lands on you on the spacious deck that you're welcome to use and share with the onsite hosts! Your private entrance is through the glass doors with the burgundy trim.
The shared deck view from your private entrance.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 246.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Austin, TX
  • South Congress Avenue
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Austin Convention Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Sixth Street
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Heart of SoCo Private Suite: Uncommon Luxury, Unbeatable Location, Unusual Value

If Austin is the epicenter of where it’s at in USA, then SoCo (South Congress) is the epicenter of where it’s at in Austin. Just one block and mere steps from this mecca of eclectic shops, top-notch restaurants, and the quintessential Austin experience is your luxurious and quiet oasis. Your private entry to your suite is via a spacious deck shared with the onsite proprietors where you are welcome to read and relax under a lush canopy of ancient pecans. Once inside, you’ll be welcomed with amenities including chilled Topo Chico, Shiner bock, wine and filtered water, coffee/tea bar, and thoughtful treats. Your suite envelops you in serene luxury only steps from the lively bustle of South Congress. Your hideaway features luxury linens, two robes, a microwave, coffee maker and mini-refrigerator, free Google fiber wi-fi and flatscreen television. Walls of windows outfitted with built-in shutters illuminate sumptuous design features including a sparkling Austrian crystal chandelier, exquisite Italian and Dutch antiques and art, and gorgeous mid-century modern furniture that grace the spacious suite. The stunning and singular bathroom is a dramatic sanctuary of Mexican and Italian tile and is ADA accessible with its walk-in shower equipped with hand held spray showerhead and built-in bench, grab rails, and elevated toilet. Ideal for an Austin holiday, business, or a festival-goers’ home base.

Property manager

Barbara and Robert Faires

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Austin

Located in Austin, this holiday home is in the city centre. South Congress Avenue and Sixth Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lady Bird Lake and Zilker Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Moody Center or Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Austin, TX

What's nearby

  • South Congress Avenue - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Moody Theater - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Austin Convention Center - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Sixth Street - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Rainey Street - 5 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Downtown Station - 4 min drive
  • Austin Station - 10 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Home Slice Pizza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Guero's Taco Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Torchys Tacos - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Perla's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Magnolia Cafe South - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Heart of SoCo Private Suite: Uncommon Luxury, Unbeatable Location, Unusual Value pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Heart of SoCo Private Suite: Uncommon Luxury, Unbeatable Location, Unusual Value?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Heart of SoCo Private Suite: Uncommon Luxury, Unbeatable Location, Unusual Value?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Heart of SoCo Private Suite: Uncommon Luxury, Unbeatable Location, Unusual Value located?

Located in South Congress, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of South Congress Avenue and Lady Bird Lake. Sixth Street and Moody Theater are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 102 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 102 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Denise K.

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

Perfect location

The owners went above and beyond with supplying everything you could possibly need. Beer and wine upon arrival along with nuts/candy, coffee/tea pods, creamer and lots of essentials if needed. The mattress was amazing along with wonderful bedding. We hope to stay here again when we return.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great hosts and location, loved the room amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

DW D.

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

A Writer's Retreat

I can't say enough good things! First, the host graciously bailed me out of a mess because of a mistake I made on my reservation. Second, this was the most hospitality I've experienced with a VRBO rental. Everything I could possibly need was provided, and then there was extra, like Shiner beer and wine! Everything was presented in a lovely way, which made me feel special. While the room is attached to a house, it felt incredibly private. The neighbors were very quiet, too. I went to Austin to attend the Austin Film Festival, and it was not what I anticipated. By day 3, I opted out and spent the weekend secluded in this beautiful, peaceful VRBO. I'm a writer, so I worked on my 3rd novel (at the desk provided), watched tv, and relaxed on the deck. A block away is a Tiny Grocer with a wonderful deli and freshly baked goods. If ever I return to Austin, this is where I will stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie R.

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

Beautiful Property

Best VRBO stay ever. Room was beautiful and Barbara thought of everything to make it comfortable. Thoughtful touches with coffee, snacks, beer and wine. She was very responsive to any questions and the location is perfect for walking and exploring the SOCO area. Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin C.

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

Great neighborhood, super comfy room

We had a perfect stay. The room has warm and cosy atmosphere. It has its own entrance. It was large, super clean, with a cool bathroom, comfortable bed, coffee and other amenities… way beyond our needs. The location is indeed unbeatable. Very quiet but close to many restaurants, bars, and trendy shops. Hosts wrote down a useful list of recommended places nearby. The "Car pass" for the resident-only street parking was a real advantage, we could park anytime in front of the house. Austin is a great city, South congress is for sure one of its best part.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madelynne Rose F.

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

Cute Venician style guest house

Super cutely furnished guest home was perfectly located for my needs on this trip. It’s super close to congress and tons of great restaurants, it was walking distance to most of what I wanted to check out. Barbra was quick to respond and answer any questions I had and seemed kind when I meet her briefly.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline L.

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

Fantastic Stay!

This place is not only very clean and comfortable, in a central location, and adorable, but the hosts have gone above and beyond to provide everything you need for your stay. We had excellent communication with the hosts and found the place to be just as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ira G.

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

Nice place

Prime location close to S. Congress Ave. Well appointed room with deluxe bathroom. Room has mini-fridge, microwave & hot plate. Complimentary bottles of red & white wine, sparkling water, couple beers, dishes of candy & mixed nuts were very nice. Plenty of towels, wash cloths, glassware, paper products & toiletries. Wonderful lodging experience.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Park and play

Lovely accommodations, well thought out arrangement for a small space. Had everything we needed and a few unexpected treats. Hosts were quick to respond to questions and provided helpful insight to enjoying local attractions. Perfect stay for the couple that wants to stay close to the action yet have a quiet retreat to return to.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penny H.

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

Perfect location

Was a great place! Super location! Had everything you needed! Will definitely stay again when back in Austin.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa C.

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

Simply wonderful!

I can’t say enough about this place. Great location, close to everything and very walkable. The room was spacious, beautifully decorated. So many thoughtful extras that I’ve never experienced in any other place I’ve stayed. Shampoo, conditioner, toothbrush, shaving cream….all top of the line. The host, Barbara, registered our car so we could park on the street with no worries. Ample street parking and it’s only one block from Congress and it’s just the perfect location. That area rocks. So many great shops and restaurants. Loved it. Plus you have your own thermostat and ceiling fan. Barbara even left us a bottles of wine and a few beers in the refrigerator. Even though she respected our privacy I would’ve loved to meet her. My kind of lady. Thank you for a man unforgettable trip to Austin. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie S.

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

Quiet Lovely Retreat

This clean well decorated suite is perfect for a couples getaway! It is in a great location, the owner is super nice and truly cares about her guests. Great value for your money!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

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

Lovely Little Suite!

We really enjoyed our stay here. Perfectly appointed and close to everything in SoCo! Would gladly stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K., Tualatin, Oregon

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

Great place close to South Congress.

We enjoyed being a short walk from the house to get to great food and shops on South Congress. The room was well equipped and even came with beer and wine!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We wanted to be in SoCo for our Austin trip and had a rental car with us so this place was perfect! Barbara and Robert were extremely responsive and welcoming hosts (emailing them and receiving replies within minutes when required!). As soon as you walk into their private suite, you know they are serious about making sure their guests feel comfortable from the get-go and have everything they need. It feels so refreshing to experience this level of service and have all the amenities available. From the ease of the parking pass to the well-equipped room (cleaning, cooling, food prep and clothes maintenance items), I would not even hesitate to pick this place again to stay in. Location-wise, you can't beat it. A 12ish minute drive from the airport and you're a quick 7 mins walk away from the SoCo food staples like Hopdoddy burgers, Torchy's Tacos (5 min walk), Homeslice pizza and other boot/hat/clothing stores. Thank you once again to Barbara and Robert for making our stay in Austin a comfortable and memorable one.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen P., Rock Island, IL

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

Great stay

This is probably the best VRBO we have stayed in and we are frequent users. Basically one room, but so much to offer. Hostess has almost anything you might need plus extras. She was readily available for any questions or concerns. The deck was great. Great location. Will book again if we return to Austin.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrianus v.

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

Lovely all around

Lovely place. Great location. Very hospitable hosts. When our flight back home was cancelled and we had to stay another day and night we were offered free accommodation.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank M., St Louis, MO

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

Home Away From Home

We have stayed at a lot of great VRBO’s but this one was exceptional. Roomy, comfortable, clean, great amenities, and lots of extras that made you feel like you were staying with friends or family. Owner was super nice and accomodating. Location was great. Literally steps from S Congress. Perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jayden T.

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

As listed

Everything was in good shape and the hosts were very nice and more than accommodating!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne C.

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

Anniversary trip

Everything was great, just as advertised. Super close and convenient to lots of great restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan L.

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

Great host in amazing location!

This room was in a super convenient location in SoCo and an easy walk to lots of great things! Our host stocked our fridge with tons of goodies and provided a detailed binder with all of the happenings in the area. The tree in the front yard is lit up with Christmas lights which makes those 2am bar walks home easier lol Our flight was delayed by 7 hours and we were allowed to hang out until it was closer to time to leave. Definitely would recommend to anyone looking to stay in the SoCo area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne W.

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

Great location

We loved exploring all the fantastic shops and restaurants along South Congress. Meanwhile the capitol, museums and nightclubs were just a short drive away. So much fun!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia O.

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

Great Location-Well-equipped Studio-Awesome Hosts

We had a wonderful time staying at the Eva Street Retreat! The room was as shown, a perfect size for two, so comfortable! The extra touches left for us were incredibly generous and sweet (wine, beer, snacks, water, toiletries of every type imaginable, and more...). We had the opportunity to chat briefly with the super friendly and kind hosts, which was great. And location... you couldn't ask for a better location- super quiet, but just a 5 minute walk to lively So. Congress. We can't wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

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

Charm and Location

Charming home close to everything but very quiet and peaceful - sitting on the porch in the morning among the trees was wonderful. The location in SoCo is ideal. Parking pass was key. Very thoughtful hosts provided great amenities. Hope to stay again when visiting my daughter at UT. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie S., Northern California

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

Perfect location, lovely property

I had a wonderful stay here while visiting my daughter. The location of the unit is close to great restaurants and shopping. The unit itself was comfortable, very cute and had every amenity you could want. Extra touches like wine and mixed nuts, as well as travel size toiletries made it extra comfortable and homey. I would love to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Barbara and Robert Faires

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Actors, director, producer, and writers Barbara and Robert have made South Austin their home since 1995. In addition to their innumerable theatrical shenanigans, we enjoy partaking in the singular delights of South Congress, Barton Springs, the hike and bike trail, and welcoming friends and visitors to the glories of Austin.

Why they chose this property

Within mere steps to practical and whimsical retailers, SXSW destinations, the best in live music, our home has been an idyllic place for our family. Walking to the locally owned grocer, barber, restauranteurs, and shop-keepers harken back to neighborly communities of days gone by; meanwhile were at the very center and soul of what makes Austin so unique and such a desired destination.

What makes this property unique

There is simply no better location for entering fully into the Austin experience! South Congress is the number one 'must see' destination for Austin visitors and is ground zero for SXSW and 2 miles from Zilker park, home of Barton Springs and ACL Fest. Despite its unbeatable location one block off of South Congress, Eva Street Retreat is a quiet oasis amid huge shady trees and charming homes that evoke an old-timey, small-town feeling. Your guest parking pass, which comes with your rental for the duration of your stay, ensures you street parking within steps of your door. You'll find sanctuary from your Austin romps in the spacious and elegant suite designed by one of Austin's most noted and respected architects.

Languages:

English