SoCo Studio | 1/2 Block to Food, Music & Murals

Tucked just off South Congress, this private studio puts you right in the middle of Austin’s best food, music, and shopping — while still giving you a quiet place to unwind. Walk to coffee, tacos, live music, and iconic murals, then come home to a charming clean space. Why guests love it: Walkable to South Congress, restaurants, coffee & music Quiet, residential are just steps from South Congress

Austin, TX, United States
2 guests
1 bedroom
1 bathroom

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 is tucked behind our house with a separate entrance via the alley between us and Magnolia Cafe, so you’ll have all the privacy you need. Free street parking is available for up to one car.

Good to know

This private studio is tucked just off South Congress, putting you within walking distance of some of Austin’s best food, music, and shopping—while still giving you a quiet place to land at the end of the day. The Alley Haus is a compact, thoughtfully designed space created for short stays. It’s clean, comfortable, and perfect for guests who plan to spend most of their time out enjoying Austin. If you’re looking for a place to lounge indoors for long stretches, this may not be the best fit—but if you want a safe, comfortable home base just a block from South Congress, you’ll be right at home here. The surrounding neighborhood is residential and easy to get around, and many guests choose this spot specifically for the walkability and proximity to South Congress. Whether you’re visiting Austin for a weekend, a quick getaway, or a few nights in town, this is an easy and convenient place to stay. Have questions? Just ask—we’re happy to help. Thanks for considering Stay Austin TX and The Alley Haus. We think you’ll love SoCo as much as we do. 📍 Nearby Spots You’re surrounded by local favorites. Some of our go-to places: • Torchy’s Tacos – 0.1 mi • June’s All Day – 0.1 mi • The Salty Donut – 0.1 mi • The Meteor (coffee/wine/pizza) – 0.2 mi • Bouldin Creek Café – 0.3 mi • Home Slice Pizza – 0.4 mi • Aba – 0.7 mi • Big Top Candy Shop – 0.2 mi • Allen’s Boots – 0.4 mi • The Continental Club – 0.5 mi • C-Boy’s Heart & Soul – 0.1 mi • Kendra Scott Flagship – 0.2 mi • South Congress Bridge (bats!) – 1.3 mi • Barton Springs – 2.7 mi • Downtown Austin – 2 mi • Texas Capitol – 2.1 mi • Moody Center – 3.6 mi • UT Austin – 3.8 mi

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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Reviews

Reilly
January 2026 · Airbnb
Perfect space for 2 travelers. Cozy and exactly what I wanted for my trip. Renton gave really helpful instructions to locate the house and I felt like I had a ton of flexibility and care. Would highly recommend for travelers looking for central location and base set of amenities to focus on enjoying the city.
Jon
December 2025 · Airbnb
My college-age son and I stayed here for a few nights while we explored the area. It was a perfect airbnb for us as it was tucked away off of the main street, while also being very close to nearly anything we wanted to walk to. If we did need a service to pick us up, it was easy to direct them to the barbershop parking lot nearby. This is a really clean spot, quiet at night and easy to get in and out of. The hosts were very communicative and gave great recommendations too!
Kim
December 2025 · Airbnb
This place is super cute and clean!!! It was perfect for my visit! Location!!!!! You are literally steps away from anything you would want on South Congress! One of my favorite coffee shops, Meteor, is literally a block over. Also the food at Torchy’s ‘s is amazing, and it is across the street. I will stay here the next time I visit Austin.
Jazmin
November 2025 · Airbnb
Loved our short stay here! Host was super friendly, helpful, and very responsive. The place looked just like the pictures! Very cutttte and nice and clean. Will definitely be back :)

Find us

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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