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

Lakefront guesthouse in Austin with a fitness centre

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Enjoy casual outdoor dining amidst lush greenery and a charming patio setting.
Enjoy meals and socialize by the window in this inviting space with a dining table and comfortable seating area.
Relax in this inviting living space with a kitchen, large window, and comfortable seating area.
Stroll along the garden path lined with lush greenery and vibrant flowers, leading to a charming entrance with a window and door.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Laundry

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About the area

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Austin, TX

What's nearby

  • South Congress Avenue - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Zilker Park - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Sixth Street - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Barton Springs Pool - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Austin Convention Center - 6 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Austin Station - 11 min drive
  • Downtown Station - 13 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The ABGB - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Summer Moon Coffee Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Halal Gurus - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Phoebe's Diner - ‬10 min walk

About this property

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

Guest house near South Congress Avenue
At Bright Contemporary Guest House with Private Patio, Walk to S Congress, Downtown, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden and a playground. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities and a gym.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Tennis courts, beach towels and smoke-free property
  • Games and barbecues
  • Guest reviews say great things about the location
Room features
All guest rooms at Bright Contemporary Guest House with Private Patio, Walk to S Congress, Downtown feature comforts, such as fireplaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and offices.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • 1.5 bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Porches or lanais, outdoor lighting and kitchens

Property manager

Scott Moffitt

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Games
  • Gym
  • Playground
  • Tennis

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a lake

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Office

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Ask questions about furry guests.No cats.Dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock
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

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).

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 and Zilker Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 135 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 135 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 135 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 135 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 135 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Shanna R.

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

Top tier

Everything about this property and the owners is elevated and TOP TIER. My sister and I get away together very infrequently and were met by the kindest, most gracious hosts (including fantastic dinner recs), and a darling apartment! Everything we needed for a perfect sister weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob Z.

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

Fun in SoCo

The location, neighborhood and the property itself were all perfect for us. Scott was super friendly and responsive even to the point of buying a coffee bean grinder for the kitchen when he found out we had whole beans. The outside areas were really nice to hang out in and the kitchen was well stocked with tools and pots, etc. we couldn’t have been happier. Great trip.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel L.

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

Super comfortable, very clean, well appointed, excellent hosts

We wish every vrbo rental was like this one! Our hosts were extremely welcoming, friendly & helpful without being overbearing. Even loaned us their bag chairs to use at a music festival we went to, which were total lifesavers. The rental was so clean, I even felt comfortable going barefoot inside, which I usually am not comfortable doing. The place was well appointed with every thing we could have needed. Bed was super comfortable & the neighborhood was quiet & felt very safe.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felicity R.

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

What a gem!

My son and I had a delightful stay at this adorable, comfortable guest house. The house is well appointed with fluffy towels and comfortable beds. My son slept in the study on the foldout and found it comfortable as well. Home instructions were clear and I met Scott the owner who was very kind and helpful. I’ll definitely stay here again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodge B.

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

Wonderful

Plan to come back
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

steve m.

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

Review

Very nice and clean property with great space inside and out. Hosts were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Scott and Cindy are such thoughtful hosts. If you need it, it's there! All done in style and comfort, I'll be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrea G.

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

Best VRBO in Austin

We loved our stay at Scott’s guesthouse! It was in a great location and it was perfect for my partner, our pup and I. Our pup even got some play with with Scott’s wonderful puppies :) The house was clean and private and we can’t wait to stay there again when we visit Austin.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Mark J., Katy, TX

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Denny S.

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

Perfect Austin getaway!

Everything about our stay here was perfect. We loved this little house and the neighborhood. We walked everywhere from this house. The hosts were also great. We will definitely stay here again on our next trip to Austin!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric W.

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

Amazing Vrbo and Host!

Super amazing host and loved everything about the house. Clean, well furnished, and over all wonderful place to spend time. The neighborhood was also fantastic, so close to downtown Austin!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abbie S., Kansas City

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

Beautiful guesthouse in a great location!

Spotless, spacious and stocked with everything you need. Off-street parking was a huge plus. Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

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

A great choice to stay in whilst in Austin

Hosts were great, very accommodating for us and our dog. Such a cute home, great workspace if you need it and the furniture throughout the home is great. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcienne D., Topanga, USA

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

Awesome!

It was such a great place and location, Scott and Cindy put thought and detail into the place which makes it feel like home. Loved my stay:)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023