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Heart of Austin *3,000 sqft | Sleeps 8 - WalkerVR!

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Game room
Terrace/patio
Exterior detail
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 83000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Heart of Austin *3,000 sqft | Sleeps 8 - WalkerVR!

This one of a kind property allows events such as corporate events/dinners, private dinners, holiday parties, and SXSW events. Please reach out with any questions!

Welcome to Walker Luxury Vacation Rentals, where exceptional guest experiences and premium hospitality are our top priorities. Each of our homes comes with a dedicated team of knowledgeable agents that are available 24/7. Your personal representative is not only well-versed in every detail of the home, but has likely enjoyed it with their own friends and family. They will quickly become an invaluable resource, guiding you to the best experiences and locations tailored for your group.

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The Loft On Congress is a 3,000 sq. ft. luxury loft and event space in the heart of Austin's business and entertainment district. Located on historic Congress Avenue with a stunning view of the Texas State Capitol and the Paramount Theatre, this urban loft is the ideal location for executive stays or attending any of Austin's year-round events including Austin City Limits, the Austin Film Festival, SXSW, Formula One and UT football. Whether you're staying for a festival, off-site business retreat, or a weekend get-away, we've provided every comfort of home... plus a few special extras. Winner of the 2004 AIA Award for Excellence in Design, 706 Congress Ave. was meticulously restored to its original facade with a large balcony directly across from the Paramount Theater, overlooking Congress Avenue all the way to the Capitol. The owners, long-time Austinites and former gallery owners, designed a modern interior including reclaimed wood floors throughout, open staircases, poured concrete counter-tops, a unique split-level layout, and high-end furnishings and artwork. OnCongress is purpose-built as a luxury rental property with amenities such as a full chef's kitchen, living room and lounge, full-size washer/ dryer, and free WiFi. The downstairs game room includes a large screen TV, custom-built steel pool table and shuffle board table.

Please note this is an open loft space without traditional walled bedrooms.
Bedding
Upstairs Bedroom Area: King, Twin
TV Area: 2 Sleeper Sofas
Pool Table Area: Queen (murphy bed), 2 Twins (pushed together as couch seating)
Kitchen Area: Sofa Sleeper

Parking: one spot available for guest use. Additional metered street parking and parking garage across the street.

Per the city of Austin short term rental ordinance the following rules apply to every vacation rental within city limits, with no exceptions: 1) Outdoor spaces are not available for use from 10 PM to 7 AM

Cancel within 24 hours of booking free of penalty!

HOUSE LIMITATIONS: While we love to celebrate special occasions, reservations are for accommodations only. No guests under 25 (without parent or legal guardian). No smoking anywhere on premises. No pets.

Property manager

Walker Luxury Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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 not allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Austin, TX

What's nearby

  • Sixth Street - 1 min walk
  • Texas State Capitol - 7 min walk
  • Moody Theater - 10 min walk
  • Austin Convention Center - 14 min walk
  • University of Texas at Austin - 19 min walk

Getting around

  • Austin Station - 10 min drive
  • Downtown Station - 10 min walk
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Voodoo Doughnut - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Velvet Taco - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Omni Hotel Atrium Lounge - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Perrys Steak House And - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Eureka - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Heart of Austin *3,000 sqft | Sleeps 8 - WalkerVR pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Heart of Austin *3,000 sqft | Sleeps 8 - WalkerVR?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Heart of Austin *3,000 sqft | Sleeps 8 - WalkerVR?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Heart of Austin *3,000 sqft | Sleeps 8 - WalkerVR located?

Located in Downtown Austin, this vacation home is steps from Wild About Music and Sixth Street. Austin Convention Center and Texas State Capitol are also within 15 minutes. Downtown Station is 10 minutes by foot and Plaza Saltillo Station is 22 minutes.

Heart of Austin *3,000 sqft | Sleeps 8 - WalkerVR! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kenrick S.

Liked: Cleanliness
ACL Music Festival Trip
We had a fantastic time. Amenities were great and location was great. Bedrooms didn’t have privacy at all, but we were a group of friends so that was ok for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chip J., Plano TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place to Stay
Great place. Great location. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

William H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Great location and property was as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Austin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible stay in downtown Austin
Only place and group I would stay and book with again when we come back to Austin. Thank you all for a great weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Good Location and Space
Location is nice and it’s a big space; effectively one large 3 story room. downside is most of the beds are couches which fold flat. One of them appeared broken and so our friend just slept on couch. No extra frills
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, nice place
Great downtown location, if you don't mind sleeping on comfortable couches, it's a nice spot for a weekend vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louis C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic experience all around
Amazing, chic and spacious space, in a perfect location with a cool balcony and responsive , attentive, & caring hosts . Couldnt ask for a better experience
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pranav B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay in a cool space
Had a wonderful weekend in this loft!! We were eight guys in Austin for a bachelor party. We got a gift at the beginning # which was very sweet of them. We loved the pool table and shuffleboard. The space itself is super roomy and stylish - the bachelorettes ditched their own place to come hang out at ours! As other reviews have stated, the whole space is open and continuous, and other than the one bed, bedding is all futons. That being said, we were very comfortable, and there was enough bedding for 8 of us to sleep comfortably! Only issue would be if your group doesn't want to share beds
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Britaney F., Spokane, WA

Liked: Cleanliness
The best location
This property is perfect if you aren’t renting a car and want to be at the center of downtown. The space was clean and there were plenty sheets and towels for all.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Chelsie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
LOCATION
Perfect location, quick uber rides and great options for food. The place lacked in beds, but it was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bobby B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Ideal location for those wanting to experience downtown Austin in a group setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chad M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Location
Excellent location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott M., San Antonio, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Contemporary Gem
My wife and I had an amazing weekend at the Congress Loft. It’s an immaculate, three-level piece of living-space-art that’s perfectly situated between the Capitol and SoCo scene. We highly recommend this experience to others!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Larry E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Guys getaway weekend
Wanted to spend the weekend with my sons and nephews in Austin. Great property perfectly located to enjoy Congress large open property to entertain and mingle between outings. Highly recommend !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a girls weekend
I was worried when we pulled up because the bottom story of the building was boarded up, but once we were able to find and enter the building, everything was as advertised. The place was clean and nice! If you’re going with a group that will require more than one vehicle, expect to pay an extra $70 or so per vehicle for parking over a weekend. The location was great and within walking distance of mostly everything we wanted to do. Can’t wait to plan our next stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Justin K.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place was a blast! It has it all, location, games, clean I couldn’t be happier with my stay.
I lived in Austin about 3 years ago and wanted to come back for my bachelor party. I wanted to stay somewhere fun downtown where we could all stay in one spot. When I came across this property I knew I had found it. It was so nice to have the games downstairs to play while people were getting ready and the location was perfect. We could walk every where we wanted to go and there was a great spot for brunch across the street. Plenty of space for all the guys to stay and having the porch was a nice touch. I would definitely recommend this home to anyone looking for a fun and unique stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Preston M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cool Place
Had a group in for a bachelor party and we had a great time. Great location and the house could not have been better.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Hannah P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love it! + a couple tips
This is a really cool property!! Genevieve was there to quickly answer every question we had the whole weekend. It’s a great place to hang out with a group of people. IDEAL location! Things I wish I would’ve known before booking... every single noise carries throughout the ENTIRE house (if someone is breathing heavy on the bottom floor, you will hear it on the top floor). There’s only one parking space for the whole house. The kitchen is pretty, but not super functional if you’re trying to cook for a lot of people. Counter space is limited and there’s no pantry. I’d recommend no more than 6 adults staying in this house... while it says it sleeps more, the beds designed for 2 people are pretty small (minus the king upstairs). Overall, I’d recommend it, I just wish we’d known those things before arriving. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jack M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family and holidays
Beautiful property well appointed plenty of room cooked a large Thanksgiving dinner and baked eighteen dozen holiday cookies (family traditions) easy in easy out great bed thick fluffy towels well appointed kitchen walked to everything thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Edwin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Large Loft that did not disappoint
We were very happy with our accommodations and the loft was clean! Great spot to unwind after checking out Austin, and the pool table and shuffle board were an added bonus. Centrally located to everything and was very private for being in the heart of the city. Would go back if visiting Austin in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Traveling for work
Great experience at beautiful craftsman house! Perfect size for our 5 person group. Very helpful and responsive owners!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dana S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The loft is beautiful and the location was so close to everything
We really enjoyed staying here. We had 6 people and everyone was very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan N., Austin texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Loft on Congress
Wonderful staycation. Excellent location with scooter stations right outside our door and walking distance to restaurants and the Capital.. This is a super-cool property, very spacious and perfect for our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Matthew R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Good
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020