A touch of TX Hill Country-SOCO Austin, Big 5BR, SwimSPA-seats 10, Sauna, 7 Beds
Come to Austin for your special Event, family gathering, Bachelorette, Biz meet, + more. Hang out in the Live Music Capital of the World! Our remodeled home has a 10 person 14' Swim Spa- set at 70 degrees in “cool” summer., and 102 degrees in winter. For your RELAXATION step into our 5 seat dry heat Sauna! After that, head Downtown to Rainey St, 6th Street, then to SOCO for food and shopping! We are just 5 minutes away. Close to Zilker Park, SOCO, Barton Springs, 1st Street District + UT.
Just minutes away from SOCO and Downtown, recently renovated, this 5BR home is the perfect indulgent, relaxing getaway. Enjoy a relaxing SwimSpa and SAUNA. A favorite for bachelorette/bachelor parties, family gatherings, biz meetings, and more!
Here's some of the events, that we have availability for! Come on and celebrate in Austin. https://calendar.austinchronicle.com/austin/EventSearch?narrowByDate=today&sortType=date&v=d
THE HOME The entire home has an open, flowing floor plan with an abundance of natural light thanks to our 16' Sun room/Living room. Prepare your favorite meal and create memories with your friends and family in the stylish, fully stocked kitchen which boasts stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops, plus a Wine Cooler. Our kitchen opens to the dining and living area which has plenty of seating and a large flat screen SONY TV and Sound bar - the perfect space for entertaining! Our home is also equipped with Google Fiber-2Gig, and complimentary Keurig/regular coffee plus tea.
Each bedroom of this home, 3 downstairs and 2 upstairs, is fitted with comfortable high-end beds. There are 3 full-length mirrors.
Perfect for groups of family and friends wanting to get away from it all and still be within 5-10 minutes of Downtown Austin. Great for bridal parties!
This is the perfect home for groups coming in town for SXSW and the Austin City Limits (ACL) music festival, as it's less than a 5-minute ride to the festival gates at Zilker Park. The home's exceptional location also favors a night out on 6th Street, which is only a 8-10-minute cab ride away. You are also a 25-minute walk to one of the most desirable streets for dining and shopping on South Congress Avenue and a 10-minute walk to Big Stacy Park which features hiking trails and a playground.
OUTDOOR AMENITIES Relax with a cup of coffee on the sprawling deck (just outside the living area) overlooking the backyard oasis and SwimSpa/Sauna/Fire Pit. Fire up the BBQ grill to enjoy a delicious dinner with your guests. You’ll never want to check out of this relaxing retreat! Have fun with the Ping Pong and Corn Hole. or just relax, and listen to the neighborhood. From our back yard, you can hear the St. Edwards University Bells ringing, usually in the morning and once in the evening.
When outdoors--noise, music must be kept to a minimum at all times. Outdoor activity is strictly not permitted between the hours of 10 PM and 8 AM - as per City of Austin Short Term Rental Ordinance.
Space:
☆☆ HIGHLIGHTS ☆☆ ✹ Amazing Spa Back yard- 14' Swim Spa, 5 person Sauna, Ping Pong, Fire Pit, Corn Hole game, Covered Pergola with tables and chairs ✹ Sleeps up to 14 guests ✹ 5 bedrooms; 1 king beds, 6 queens ✹ 3 full bathrooms; essential toiletries provided ✹ Kitchen w/ modern stainless steel appliances ✹ Complimentary coffee + tea bar ✹ Living area w/ flat-screen Sony smart TV (cable not provided) and Sony Soundbar ✹ High-speed WiFi- 2GIGABYTE (GFiber) ✹ Washer + dryer ✹ Driveway parking for 2 vehicles ✹ Ideal location w/ easy access to airport, downtown, major attractions.
LAYOUT Bedroom 1 (Main Floor) - 1 King Bed (Sleeps 2), flat-screen smart TV, ensuite full bathroom, with Jet Hot Tub. Bedroom 2 (Main Floor) - 1 Queen Bed (Sleeps 2) Bedroom 3 (Main Floor) - 1 Quuen TempurPedic Bed w/vibrator and tilt functions (Sleeps 2) Bedroom 4 (Second Floor) - Queen Bed (Sleeps 2) Bedroom 5 (Second Floor) - 3 Queen Beds (Sleeps 6)
Living Room Sofa Sleeper, (Sleeps 2) Queen Air Mattress (Sleeps 2) Maximum Occupancy: 14. (with sofa sleeper and Air Mattress add 4)
★★ BATHROOMS ★★ The home features 5 sleek full bathrooms - Thanks to the complimentary toiletries, fresh towels, and on-site laundry, there’s no need to overpack for your trip to Austin.
✔ Essential toiletries provided (including shampoo, conditioner, and body wash) ✔ Hair dryer ✔ Fresh towels, 2 per bed. ✔ Washer + Dryer
★★ KITCHEN + DINING ★★ The bright kitchen is well equipped to tackle all your group meals, with modern stainless steel appliances, essential cookware, plenty of counter space, and Wine Cooler. Help yourself to the fully-stocked coffee bars to help start your days in Austin off right.
✔ Fully-stocked kitchen w/ modern appliances ✔ Complimentary coffee bar w/ Keurig and fresh coffee, tea, creamer + sugar ✔ Basic cookware + dinnerware ✔ Multiple dining areas w/ seating for 14 total
★★ LIVING ROOM ★★ The open-concept kitchens open up into comfortable living areas, making it easy to hang out as a group whether you’re the one doing the cooking or the one awaiting a meal. You can sit back and relax on the comfy sofa (x2), stream your favorite shows and movies on the flat-screen smart TV, or get a game of cards going with your friends.
✔ Flat-screen Sony smart TV w/Sony Sound Bar ✔ Comfy sofa + chairs ✔ Direct access to outdoor space ✔ Curtains for cozy movie nights
★★ ACTIVITIES/ATTRACTIONS ★★ This spacious home is nestled in the ideal location, just minutes from major Austin attractions like 6th Street, Rainey Street, the Convention Center, the University of Texas and stadium, Moody Center, great BBQ joints, the best restaurants, and more! Here are some fun activities to add to your itinerary or check out Maria's GuideBook:
✔ 6th Street (Approx. 2.5 miles): Known as the "Live Music Capital of the World," 6th Street beckons with its vibrant nightlife, featuring bars, clubs, and live music venues. A short ride away, it's perfect for your group's evening adventures. ✔ Rainey Street Historic District (Approx. 1.7 miles): Experience the unique charm of bungalow-style bars and food trucks in this lively district, just a few miles from your doorstep. ✔ Austin Convention Center (Approx. 2 miles): If you're in town for business, our location offers convenient access to the Austin Convention Center, where you'll find modern meeting rooms and event spaces to suit your corporate needs. ✔ Craft Beer Tasting (Various breweries within 3 miles): Unwind with colleagues or friends at local craft breweries like Zilker Brewing Company and Hops & Grain Brewery, all within a quick drive.
All these activities and more are within your reach when you book with us!
Some Distance info: 2.5 miles to Downtown Rainey Street/6th Street. 2 miles from Zilker Park and Town Lake (Lady Bird Lake); 4 blocks from South Congress St. 1/2 mile from the VA Center and IRS facility- come stay with us during your business trip. 2 blocks away -St. Edwards University 1/2 block to Blunn Creek Nature Preserve - great for a nice morning walk, or running/jogging. Central location, close to Airport, Circuit of Americas, and all the downtown Festivals- ACL/SXSW. Austin Moody Center and Convention Center. UT Austin and Longhorn Football and Graduations
Take an extra day on your trip and go to the Hill Country Run out to Fredricksburg- the German Town, or over to Greune, for an afternoon. The Texas Wine country is out there in the Texas Hill Country, take a day and explore! Take a trip Tubing on the Guadalupe River, in San Marcos, or stop and see the San Marcos Outlet Mall, just 30 miles south.
★☆ Book Today and Let Us Take Care Of You In Austin! ☆★ Some of our VALUE points: Our home is fully stocked and include shampoo, conditioner, body wash, soaps, paper products, as well as a bath towel for each guest. Our kitchens are also stocked and include pots, pans, plates, silverware, glasses, coffee mugs, Keurig cup coffee and ground coffee, tea, spices, cooking oil and other items.
We make it easy to stay with us! Drive straight to our home and access the home with your unique lock code. We will send you detailed check-in instructions 24-48 hours prior to arrival, and we're available 24 hours a day with live help should you require it.
We follow local/state tax rules. Each reservation includes applicable taxes and cleaning fees. This property is monitored by security cameras on the exterior of the home only.
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Smoking outside is allowed, but not in the SAUNA.
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About the area
Austin
Located in South Congress, a neighbourhood in Austin, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a lake. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 11 min drive
Restaurants
Whataburger - 16 min walk
McDonald's - 6 min walk
Teal House Coffee & Bakery - 10 min walk
Machi Sushi - 13 min walk
Starbucks - 11 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is A touch of TX Hill Country-SOCO Austin, Big 5BR, SwimSPA-seats 10, Sauna, 7 Beds pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at A touch of TX Hill Country-SOCO Austin, Big 5BR, SwimSPA-seats 10, Sauna, 7 Beds?
As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A touch of TX Hill Country-SOCO Austin, Big 5BR, SwimSPA-seats 10, Sauna, 7 Beds on 23 Nov 2026 start from AU$876, 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.
How much is parking at A touch of TX Hill Country-SOCO Austin, Big 5BR, SwimSPA-seats 10, Sauna, 7 Beds?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at A touch of TX Hill Country-SOCO Austin, Big 5BR, SwimSPA-seats 10, Sauna, 7 Beds?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at A touch of TX Hill Country-SOCO Austin, Big 5BR, SwimSPA-seats 10, Sauna, 7 Beds?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is A touch of TX Hill Country-SOCO Austin, Big 5BR, SwimSPA-seats 10, Sauna, 7 Beds located?
This family-friendly Austin holiday home is located on a lake, within a 10-minute walk of St. Edward's University and South Congress Avenue. Sixth Street is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) away.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
It was such a great experience staying at the VRBO. Very nice home, lots of space, and we loved the outdoors. The hot tub is huge and we enjoyed the sauna. It was wonderful working with the host!
Perfect house for 12 people. Lots of room for everyone to spread out. The kitchen was big and spacious and we had all the dishes and pans we needed to cook meals. The swim spa was a nice relaxing perk! We sat in the backyard several times and had a good time hanging out. The hosts were very helpful and friendly.
Carrie M.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Archival
10/10 Excellent
8 Apr 2017
Great place for large group!
Such a fun and accommodating place for a group of friends to spend the weekend together. They had everything we needed and the hot tub was awesome! Very close to everything also.
We had a wonderful experience at this property. The jacuzzi is too nice not to use! It was super clean and communication with the home owners was excellent.
This house is super cute and in the best location. The owner's Joe and Maria are extremely helpful and accomodating. We came for a 3 day weekend for my sisters bachelorette party and had an absolute blast.
The hosts were excellent in communication, friendliness, knowledge of the area, and the home was absolutely beautiful!!
Monica P.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Becky C.
7 Oct 2017
Great house! Great location!
We had a lovely stay. The house is comfortable and provides all amenities you could need! Maria and Joe were very helpful and just a phone call away when we needed them.
Easily one of the best VRBOs we’ve ever had. Couldn’t have been better!
Johnny K.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2023
Johnny and his guests were a pleasure to host. Good communications, Clean and respected our home.
Johnny, we appreciate you! Thanks and glad you were able to have a super time on your big 40 Birthday! Come back every year!
Great for families, bachelor/bachelorette parties.
The hosts were extremely helpful and attentive to every detail. The property was perfect, lots of beds, giant hot tub, and beautiful kitchen to cook. Great location and a wonderful neighborhood. There is a little Mexican place down the road to eat that was also a great little gem 10/10
We thoroughly enjoyed staying here. The house was clean and close to downtown. The homeowner was easy to communicate to and made sure everything was to our liking.
This stay was absolutely amazing! The property was beautiful and clean, the sauna and hot tub worked great, and the hosts were very responsive if we needed any help. If you’re staying in Austin, this is the place to do it!
Wyatt D.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Neil K.
31 Aug 2018
austin house
great house close to all the main places in austin. location and jacuzzi were best part of the house.
Neil K.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Jaclyn S.
14 Apr 2017
Beautiful!
We absolutely loved staying at this home in Austin! Great location, very spacious, and loved the hot tub! Would love to return
Jaclyn S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
I want to take a moment to review our guest, Jaclyn, and her guests that stayed with us in April.
We were very happy to host her and her friends. Jaclyn worked with us in the beginning to get everything reserved properly. And she kept up the communication, submitting her payments on time, and right up to the check in. Good communicator!
We had no problems at the house, it was clean, and we could tell that Jaclyn and her friends respected our home like her own.
We highly recommend Jaclyn to other HomeAway/VRBO hosts.
Thanks Jaclyn!!
I cannot recommend this home enough. The property owners were AMAZING. We will stay in this house our next time in Austin. Truly cannot recommend enough.
jordan k.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Joan N.
24 May 2017
Gorgeous and spacious home!
The home was a perfect place for our family to be together for graduation weekend. We will be back for the next one!
Joan N.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017
About the host
Hosted by Maria McBride Castillo
Hello, I love travelling, and have traveled to many countries around the world. I am a Native Nicaraguan, try some Nicaraguan coffee while you're here. We love hosting guests and helping them have fun in Austin. Remember: Keep it Weird, and Keep it LIVE, in the Live Music Capital of the World!
Why they chose this property
We host a bunch of people, 5Bedrooms and 3 Baths, just ask in your inquiry. Our home is close to Downtown, 6th St and the Rainey Historic District. We have a1 0 person Swim/Spa with night lights and sound system, and 5 person SAUNA to help you relax. We're close to University of Texas, UT, "Hook em Horns", and the Festival sites, Austin City Limits and SXSW, South by SouthWest! We also are a few minutes from Circuit of the Americas for Formula 1 Racing and more events.
What makes this property unique
Plenty of Space, Large Kitchen, Big Dining Area, Swim/Spa, seats 10, Sauna seats 4, Large patio with BBQ, under the Pergola. Our Front porch is great for watching the passers by, and getting a feel for the Texas Hill Country. Not to mention on quiet mornings you can hear the St. Edwards University Church Bells ringing.
Languages:
English, Spanish, Portuguese
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests