Design-Forward South Austin Studio Near Barton Springs & South Congress

Guest house near Sixth Street in Austin

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Thoughtful touches throughout, from the built-in closet with hangers to a coffee station stocked and ready to go.
A room with a ceiling fan, a grey sofa with cushions, a wooden dresser, and a red patterned rug.
A hotel room with a bed, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, a window with a view of trees, and a wall-mounted TV displaying streaming services.
Open shelving keeps dishware, glassware and mugs neatly displayed and ready for your stay.
A single-story building with a car parked in front.

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

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

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About the neighborhood

Austin

Heart of Austin.Your stay at this Galindo guesthouse places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Sixth Street and Zilker Park. South Congress Avenue and South First Street are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • South Austin Tennis Center - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • South First Street - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • South Congress Avenue - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • St. Edward's University - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • South Austin Museum of Popular Culture - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Austin Station - 14 min drive
  • Downtown Station - 15 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cosmic Coffee + Beer Garden - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Summermoon Coffee Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Habanero Mexican Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Pueblo Viejo Traila - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tacos las amazonas estilo Jalisco # 1 - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Design-Forward South Austin Studio Near Barton Springs & South Congress

A fully detached, design-forward studio all your own, wrapped in polished-concrete accents, warm pine ceilings, and eclectic boho touches. This private 1BR/1BA sleeps 2 on a plush King bed, with a bug-free screened-in porch lounge and your own dedicated parking. Sip morning coffee on the porch, then make the short drive to Zilker Park, Barton Springs, and Lady Bird Lake. The food trailers, patio bars, and chef-driven restaurants of South Congress sit six minutes out. Quiet, stylish South Austin with the good stuff close.

✦ Why Guests Love It
• Fully detached studio with its own private entrance
• Plush King bed dressed in luxury hotel linens
• Screened-in porch lounge that doubles as a bug-free second living room
• Dedicated gravel parking pad, no street-parking hunt
• 78704 address, minutes to SoCo, Zilker Park, and Barton Springs

✦ Main Room & King Bedroom: The studio-style main room centers on a plush King bed set against an exposed polished-concrete accent wall, wrapped in warm pine ceilings and eclectic global touches like mother-of-pearl lacquer panels and colorful kilim rugs. An open closet nook with a hanging rod keeps you organized.

✦ Bathroom: A sleek full bathroom features a walk-in glass shower lined in wood-look vertical tile, finished with black matte fixtures and complimentary toiletries.

✦ Kitchenette: A tidy kitchenette keeps the essentials close with a Keurig coffee maker, electric kettle, microwave, mini-fridge, and bar sink. Perfect for morning coffee and light bites.

✦ Screened-In Porch Lounge: Your living room reimagined. An enclosed, screened-in porch with a gray sectional sofa, ceiling fan, and layered rugs. It`s a bug-free covered hangout where you can relax morning to night.

✦ Side Patio: Just outside, a landscaped gravel patio offers an outdoor bench dining table and metal patio chairs, an easy spot for al fresco meals or an evening drink under the Austin sky.

✦ Free Parking: Your own dedicated gravel driveway and parking pad, marked with a `Parking for 3003-C` sign, makes arrivals simple.

🏡Book Your Stay Today! Between the screened porch lounge, your own parking pad, and all of 78704 right outside the door, this one books up fast.

✦ Check Out the 360 Tour! Scan the QR code in the photo gallery to walk the home, explore the layout, and take a virtual peek around the neighborhood.

✦ Enhance Your Stay with Upgrades: After booking, you’ll receive a link to enhance your experience with options like early check-in, late check-out, mid-stay cleaning, fridge stocking, at-home massages, a romance package, and more!

✦ More Perks!
→ No Security Deposit: A one-time, non-refundable accidental damage fee is already included.
→ Privacy & Security: Outdoor cameras at entrances offer peace of mind - no indoor cameras.
→ Professional Cleaning & Self Check-In: Professional cleaning and seamless self check-in details are sent before arrival.

✦ Guests have full, private access to the entire detached Unit C. Unit B next door is a separate residence and is not accessible. We want you to enjoy all our amenities, though access may occasionally be limited due to maintenance or cleaning. While we do our best to ensure everything is available, unforeseen issues can arise. Thanks for your understanding - we’ll always work to minimize any disruption to your stay.

✦ After booking you`ll be provided a link where you can upgrade your stay or claim exclusive FREE PERKS (yes, even FREE LOCAL BEER 🍻). Purchase upgrades such as early check-in, late check-out, romance packages, at-home massage, family-friendly add-ons, additional cleanings, and much more to make your Austin experience even better!

South Austin`s sweet spot, a lively and eclectic 78704 pocket just off South 1st and Congress. Zilker Park`s 350 acres, the spring-fed water of Barton Springs, and Lady Bird Lake all sit within about 10 minutes. The food trailers, patio bars, and chef-driven restaurants of South Congress and South Lamar are closer still. Quiet and residential at home, with tacos, live music, and greenbelt trails just up the road, plus an easy run downtown. This is laid-back ATX exactly as it should feel.

Our Favorite Local Spots
• C-Boy`s Heart & Soul (Live Music) - 4 min (1.5 mi)
• Odd Duck (Farm-to-Table Dining) - 5 min (1.7 mi)
• June`s All Day (SoCo Cafe & Wine) - 5 min (1.6 mi)
• Terry Black`s BBQ - 6 min (2.2 mi)

Outdoor & Scenic Spots
• Zilker Park - 7 min (3.1 mi)
• Barton Springs Pool - 8 min (3.1 mi)
• Lady Bird Lake - 9 min (3.2 mi)

Shopping, Dining & Entertainment
• South Congress (SoCo) - 5 min (1.8 mi)
• Rainey Street - 8 min (3.9 mi)
• 6th Street - 9 min (3.2 mi)
• The Domain - 21 min (13.8 mi)

Universities & Major Venues
• Moody Center - 11 min (5.8 mi)
• UT Stadium - 11 min (5.9 mi)
• Q2 Stadium - 22 min (13.3 mi)

Business & Travel
• Convention Center - 8 min (2.9 mi)
• Texas State Capitol - 11 min (3.7 mi)
• Austin Airport (AUS) - 22 min (10.0 mi)

Groceries & Gas
• H-E-B plus! (S Congress & Oltorf) - 4 min (1.4 mi)
• Whole Foods Market (Downtown Flagship) - 8 min (3.0 mi)
• Gas Station (Exxon, S 1st St) - 2 min (0.3 mi)

✦ Lime and Bird scooters, along with Lyft and Uber, make getting around easy, especially from this central location. Public transportation is also readily available nearby; visit CapMetro’s website for routes and schedules.
✦ House Rules:
1. No smoking of any kind ($350 fine).
2. Quiet hours are 10 PM to 10 AM, per city ordinance.
3. No parties or events allowed.
4. Minimum age to book is 25. The person booking must be 25 or older and must stay at the property for the full reservation.
5. The cleaning fee covers preparation before your arrival. Excessive cleaning required after checkout may result in an additional fee based on time needed. Guests are expected to dispose of trash and return items to their original locations.
6. Check-out is at 11 AM. Departures after this time without prior approval will incur a full additional night’s charge.
7. A digital House Manual will be emailed to you a few days before your stay. It includes check-in instructions, Wi-Fi details, appliance info, and more.
8. No pets allowed. A pet brought to the property is charged a $250 fee plus any damages.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

✦ House Rules: 1. No smoking of any kind ($350 fine). 2. Quiet hours are 10 PM to 10 AM, per city ordinance. 3. No parties or events allowed. 4.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

591762

Frequently asked questions

How close is Design-Forward South Austin Studio Near Barton Springs & South Congress to the airport?

This guesthouse is 9.5 mi (14-min drive) away from the Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Design-Forward South Austin Studio Near Barton Springs & South Congress?

As of Oct 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Design-Forward South Austin Studio Near Barton Springs & South Congress on Oct 18, 2026 start from $189, 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.

Does Design-Forward South Austin Studio Near Barton Springs & South Congress have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this guesthouse.

Does Design-Forward South Austin Studio Near Barton Springs & South Congress offer free breakfast?

This guesthouse does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Design-Forward South Austin Studio Near Barton Springs & South Congress?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Design-Forward South Austin Studio Near Barton Springs & South Congress?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Design-Forward South Austin Studio Near Barton Springs & South Congress?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.

Does Design-Forward South Austin Studio Near Barton Springs & South Congress have a pool?

This guesthouse does not have a pool.

Does Design-Forward South Austin Studio Near Barton Springs & South Congress have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Design-Forward South Austin Studio Near Barton Springs & South Congress to downtown Austin?

This guesthouse is 2.6 mi away from Austin.

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