1br, SoCo - Retro Cowboy Studio - Portoro | House in Austin

10.0 (1 Review) |   1 Bedroom  1 Bathroom  2 Guests
South Congress House | 1br, SoCo - Retro Cowboy Studio - Portoro

1 Bedroom House in South Congress, Austin

Summary:
The South Congress Studio is the perfect getaway if you’re looking for a unique home base to launch your ATX exploration, a block from the hip cultural hub of South Congress with easy access to downtown.

Curated with local vintage flavor, this spacious getaway will transport guests, perfect for a solo traveler or duo, to a bright and funky past, without sacrificing thoughtful modern details and luxuries throughout.

The Space:
Please note, all guests staying at a Portoro home are required to sign a rental agreement.

Designed specifically with your in-home experience in mind, this curated space offers you cozy comforts paired with spacious vaulted ceilings and natural light pouring in from large open windows.

This studio is well-appointed with a king-sized bed, a smart TV, indoor and outdoor seating, and a large kitchenette filled with all the cooking supplies needed for the at-home chef.

When you’re ready to explore, you won’t have to go far and can take our custom map full of local expertise as your guide.

Stay Local Austin is your host during your stay and will be there to answer any questions you may have about the home or the surrounding area.

NOTE: We follow the CDC and Airbnb Recommended Cleaning Guidelines. You can rest assured this property has been completely sanitized prior to check-in.

Also, please review the LONG-TERM STAY - ADDITIONAL FEES section below. Stays over 29 days are waived from paying the State and Local Hotel Tax. However, there are additional fees we need to collect for damage coverage and housekeeping.

LONG TERM STAY - ADDITIONAL FEES FOR STAYS OVER 29 days.

In compliance with our policies for long term stays, we need to collect a few additional fees from you before guaranteeing this reservation. Please see below and reply here with any questions. Your guest ambassador will reply shortly and be available to assist you where needed.

Additional Cleaning Fee:

We do require additional cleaning fees for guests staying longer than 3 weeks. Your Guest Ambassador will coordinate the cleaning schedule for a minimum of once every 2 weeks. You can request cleanings more frequently if desired. Additional cleaning charges will be sent using a payment request or resolution request, immediately following the cleaning.

Guest Access:
We offer convenient keyless door codes for self-check-in. Portoro Homes uses smart locks with check-in details provided 48 hours prior to arrival by email and text message.

• Early check-ins or late check-outs: If the property happens to be ready earlier than the standard 4 pm check-in time on the day of your arrival, in most cases an early arrival option may be available when confirmed with the main office. Late check-outs must be confirmed with main office staff prior to the date of departure.

The Neighborhood:
Travis Heights is the official home of "Keep Austin Weird" and has been called home by some pretty amazing people. Robert Plant, Zooey Deschanel, Patty Griffin, and Leslie (yes, The Leslie). It's the heart of the 04.

Getting Around:
Austin is an easy city to get around without a car in this location! Walk, rent a scooter or bike, easy access to Uber/Lyft. Austin offers plenty of transportation options. Ridesharing, micro-mobility, and mass transit are available everywhere. The airport is just 15 minutes away.

We also provide guests with a full list of recommendations and services. This information can be found in the House Manual upon check-in.

Other Things to Note:
Prior to check-in, we will send you detailed directions to ensure a seamless arrival. Pack n Plays or High Chairs must be requested prior to arrival.

Parking enough for 1 car in the driveway, and plenty of curbside parking in front of the house.
No parties please. We do not mind you having a few friends over, but no big parties. This is a quiet neighborhood.

HOTEL TAX COLLECTION: Both the City of Austin and the State of Texas requires all hotel and vacation rental hosts to collect hotel tax. We collect these two taxes within the booking transaction. The state requires 6% and the city requires 11%.
YOU ARE HELPING: A portion of the city hotel tax helps support Austin's musicians and related businesses.

- For the safety of guests and the home, there are noise monitoring devices. These devices only measure the decibel level and do NOT record any audio.

Interaction with Guests:
Portoro Homes communicates via email and phone. After a booking is confirmed, rental agreement will be emailed to the guest for e-signature. Check-in instructions are sent by email and text message 48 hours prior to arrival date (keyless entry). We offer convenient keyless entry for self-check with no need to stop in at a local office. We do typically check in with guests by email/text 1-2 times during their stays to ensure a 5-star experience and remain available for any questions/inquiries. We are available to guests 24/7.

We follow the CDC Recommended Cleaning Guidelines. You can rest assured this property has been completely sanitized prior to check-in.

1br, SoCo - Retro Cowboy Studio - Portoro is located in South Congress. 1br, SoCo - Retro Cowboy Studio - Portoro provides accommodation, featuring Balcony/Terrace, Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, among other amenities. This House features Balcony/Terrace, Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, to make your stay a comfortable one.

1br, SoCo - Retro Cowboy Studio - Portoro has 1 Bedroom , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 2 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the South Congress has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in South Congress, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathtub
Bedroom
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Bed sheets
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Dryer
Breakfast
  • Oven
  • Kitchen
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Microwave
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Stovetop
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
Entertainment
  • TV
General
  • English
  • Smoke-free property
Guest Services
  • Travel crib
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Highchair
  • Refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
Internet
  • Available in some public areas: internet access
  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
Outdoors
  • Balcony

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 onsite 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 first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property accepts cash 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

Reviews

Nicole B.
Apr 13, 2025 10:24:24 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Stayed here while attending a conference in town. Nearby the nicest little HEB as well as SOCO shops and restaurants. Fully outfitted kitchen was very convenient!
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