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Novel Retreat | Hot Tub | Sauna | Library | SoCo
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Nestled in the heart of Austin's South Congress area, Novel Retreat is a 3,000 sq ft mid-century modern haven with a luxurious outdoor living space featuring an alfresco dining area, cedar hot tub, infrared sauna and hammock. Enjoy premium fixtures and amenities including rare books in the library with two-story ladders.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms4 bathrooms
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Air-conditioning
- Gym
- Outdoor space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Novel Retreat | Hot Tub | Sauna | Library | SoCo
Along with a fitness centre, this smoke-free holiday home has a sauna and laundry facilities. Other amenities include a garden and barbecues. The holiday home provides a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as 3.5 bathrooms and a washing machine, and other amenities include a balcony and a TV.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation is furnished with desks and dining tables. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.
Recreational amenities at the holiday home include a sauna and a fitness centre.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
- Sauna
Internet
- Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 3.5 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
Living spaces
- Dining table
Entertainment
- TV
- Video games
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Firepit
- Garden
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Things to do
- Gym
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
- Garden
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Policies
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
Pets
Pets not 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
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
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
Property is also known as
367452
About the area
South Congress, a neighbourhood in Austin, is home to this holiday home. 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 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. Visit our Austin travel guide
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Austin, TX
What's nearby
St. Edward's University5 min walk - 0.5 km
South Congress Avenue7 min walk - 0.6 km
South First Street15 min walk - 1.3 km
Lady Bird Lake3 min drive - 2.3 km- Austin Department of Veterans Affairs2 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
- Plaza Saltillo Station11 min drive
- Austin Station15 min drive
- Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)13 min drive
Restaurants
- Whataburger15 min walk
- McDonald's6 min walk
- Teal House Coffee & Bakery9 min walk
- Machi Sushi13 min walk
- Freddo ATX9 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Novel Retreat | Hot Tub | Sauna | Library | SoCo pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Novel Retreat | Hot Tub | Sauna | Library | SoCo?
On-site parking is available at the property.
Where is Novel Retreat | Hot Tub | Sauna | Library | SoCo located?
Located in South Congress, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of St. Edward's University and South Congress Avenue. Sixth Street is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) away.
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