SoCo Studio | Steps to Magnolia Cafe & S Congress
Steps from Torchy's, Magnolia Cafe, C-Boy's, and the heart of South Congress — The Alley Haus puts Austin's best food, music, and culture right outside your door. Clean, comfortable, and perfectly located for guests who are here to experience the city. Leave the car at home — you won't need it.
What this place offers
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- TV
- Wifi
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Hot Water
- Shampoo
- Shower gel
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Extra pillows and blankets
- Hangers
- Iron
- Clothing storage
What this place offers
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- TV
- Wifi
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Hot Water
- Shampoo
- Shower gel
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Extra pillows and blankets
- Hangers
- Iron
- Clothing storage
Entertainment
- Sound system
Heating and cooling
- Ceiling fan
- Portable fans
Home safety
- Fire extinguisher
- Smoke detector
Kitchen and dining
- Baking sheet
- Coffee
- Coffee maker
- Dining table
- Freezer
- Hot water kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
- Wine glasses
Location features
- Laundromat nearby
- Private entrance Separate street or building entrance
Parking and facilities
- Free street parking
Services
- Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more
- Luggage dropoff allowed For guests' convenience when they have early arrival or late departure
Accessibility
Neighborhood
You’ll fall in love with the vibrant energy of South Congress and South First! This neighborhood perfectly blends old Austin charm with fresh, modern vibes. Our home is tucked into a welcoming community where tree-lined streets and historic homes meet trendy cafes, mouthwatering food trucks, and eye-catching murals. It’s the perfect spot to experience everything that makes Austin so special.
Guest Access
The studio has its own private entrance off the alley between our home and Magnolia Cafe — no shared spaces, just your own quiet retreat. Free street parking is available with a provided parking permit. Full check-in details and directions will be sent before your arrival.
Good to know
The Alley Haus is a small, private studio tucked into a quiet residential neighborhood — half a block from the heart of South Congress. It's the kind of location that's hard to find: walkable to some of Austin's best food, live music, and shopping, but on a peaceful street where you can actually sleep at night. The space is compact and thoughtfully designed for short stays — clean, comfortable, and stocked with everything you need. Two twin beds, a full kitchen, smart TV, and fast Wi-Fi. No living room, so it's best suited for guests who plan to spend most of their time out enjoying Austin rather than lounging indoors. One thing to note: there is a 12-inch step up into the bathroom — please keep that in mind if anyone in your group has mobility concerns. If you want a safe, well-located home base with Austin's best right outside your door — you'll love it here. 📍 Nearby Torchy's Tacos – 0.1 mi Magnolia Cafe – next door C-Boy's Heart & Soul – 0.1 mi The Salty Donut – 0.1 mi June's All Day – 0.1 mi The Meteor – 0.2 mi Big Top Candy Shop – 0.2 mi Bouldin Creek Café – 0.3 mi Home Slice Pizza – 0.4 mi Allen's Boots – 0.4 mi The Continental Club – 0.5 mi Kendra Scott – 0.2 mi South Congress Bridge (bats!) – 1.3 mi Barton Springs – 2.7 mi Downtown Austin – 2 mi Thanks for considering Stay Austin TX and The Alley Haus — we think you'll love SoCo as much as we do!
Other Details to Note
Small Space, Big Location The Alley Haus is compact and doesn’t have a traditional living room. It’s best suited for guests who want a comfortable place to sleep, cook, and head out to explore Austin rather than spend a lot of time indoors. The space has two twin beds, a full kitchen, and the essentials for a short stay. Photos are true to life, so please be sure the size works for your group before booking as we want you to have the BEST trip to Austin! Bathroom Step There is a 12-inch step up into the bathroom. If anyone in your party has mobility concerns, please keep this in mind—we want everyone to feel safe and comfortable. Heating & Cooling The guesthouse has a full-size wall unit that provides both heating and air conditioning for year-round comfort. Coffee Starter We provide a small starter supply of coffee, cream, and sugar. That said, you’re surrounded by great cafés within walking distance if you feel like mixing things up—Jo’s, The Meteor, Bouldin Creek Cafe, Swedish Hill Cafe, and The Salty Donut are all nearby. Groceries An H-E-B is less than a mile away if you want to grab snacks, drinks, or anything else during your stay. For extra peace of mind, we highly recommend purchasing trip insurance. We are unable to offer refunds or credits for weather, travel disruptions, or other unexpected events beyond our control. Trip insurance can help protect your plans if something comes up and you are outside of the Airbnb stated refund policy.
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Walkability score of 97! Walk, Bike or Scooter. The location is incredibly walkable and bike friendly. For longer trips, CapMetro buses stop nearby, or you can hop in an Uber or Lyft to get anywhere in the city.
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