Cozy Casita Near Downtown in SoCo

This was my first experience with Airbnb and it was absolutely wonderful. My girlfriend and I loved everything about the little casita and would highly recommend it for anyone looking for a place to stay in Austin. It was conveniently located, only about 15 minutes away from the airport, about 5-10 minutes from the happening spots on South Congress, and only about a 10 minute drive to the downtown area. Dolina and her husband were gracious hosts, preparing the casita with tea, coffee, and chocolates for us to enjoy. They also provided a great book with recommendations for places to eat. Don't hesitate to book the casita for your next trip to Austin... we would absolutely stay here again!

The Cozy Casita lived up to all the hype of all the photos. The design of the house was beautiful. Lots of great places to eat close by on 1st and South Congress The other plus was the outdoor seating beneath giant live oaks. Nothing better than to sit with a glass of wine and enjoy the great trees. Final kudo- Dolina was a great host!

The casita was truly wonderful, as were Dolina and her husband! My wife and I stayed here for 5 days and had a very relaxing time. We arrived late and Dolina had left us info about the area, some fruit and drink and even an organic chocolate bar! So nice! I highly recommend the Casita. It's quiet, has a very comfortable bed and it's very, very clean. You'll probably want a car to get over to SoCon and the other areas - it'd be a bit far to walk - but we only used a quarter tank of gas for the whole 5 days. Things are all that close. You won't go wrong staying at the Casita and we'd DEFINITELY stay there again!

We had a wonderful stay at the Birdhouse. Like other guests have mentioned, the pictures don't do it justice - there are many beautiful and thoughtful details that my friend and I kept finding and were obsessing over (we are both designers, so notice these things!). Like the fact that the kitchen cabinet doors are shallow enough to stay clear of your head when open, the impeccable floorplan and layout, the dark penny tiles in the bathroom, way the shower curtain is cut to fit perfectly in the shower, and has little suction cups to keep it from billowing around. Oh, and the basket of treats - organic chocolate, tea and coffee. The meticulous attention to detail makes you feel like you're being taken care of, so that you can simply relax and enjoy being there. Dolina and her family were super nice and helpful hosts. Love that they compost too - was fun to contribute our coffee grounds and veggie scraps to the pile. Location is great - Summermoon coffee bar is a short walk away, and South Congress is a short drive down the street.

Dolina was a wonderful hostess and I absolutely loved the property. It definitely exceeded my expectations. This was my first stay with AirBNB and Dolina has set the bar very high. The property was immaculate, very comfortable and everything felt brand new. The size of the cottage is perfect for one couple and it was decorated beautifully! I really appreciated the art work and fun usage of color around the cottage. I would absolutely stay there again on my next visit to Austin and HIGHLY recommend this casita.

Summary: beautiful, close to SoCo/6th st/Downtown and UT, very safe and private, full amenities, brilliant host. The photos of the casita are beautiful, but actually being in the space and staying there was divine. As I explored the place and all it's charms and thoughtfulness laid out by our host Dolina, I was more excited to stay here in the Casita than to explore the city the evening I arrived. Hunger eventually drove me out and I was within a short 5 minute or less drive to Downtown/6th street, Zilker Park, a mile from the heart of SoCo. UT was about a 10-15 minute drive. I could not image a better location, close enough to everything I wanted to visit, but not waking up to people trampling across the sidewalks of the casita like some places. I would definitely recommend the Casita to friends and family. I even started to feel guilty for not bring an extra friend to share the experience with us. Extras: comfy bed, fluffy pillows, thoughtful treats of chocolate, tangerines, coffee, cream, and tea. Also a glorious collection of books to read and plenty of space to sprawl out and enjoy them. After confirming with Dolina, I was able to have a very flexible check out time.

We loved the casita -- it was beautifully designed, functioned perfectly for the two of us and had the added benefit of outdoor spaces for entertaining. The Faulks were lovely and helpful. Altogether, it was a splendid experience!

Dolina was extremely accommodating and her place was perfect for our stay in Austin. I would definitely recommend staying here and will hopefully stay again soon.

This place was perfect for what we needed. Dolina has done an amazing job with the design and layout of the space. Very cozy and comfortable. Thanks again for your hospitality!

Very nice little house that is beautifully maintained and stocked with a marvelous library of interesting books.

I have stayed in The Birdhouse numerous times and am always excited to go back. Dolina & Yohan are welcoming and gracious while also giving their guests all the privacy they need. Both have excellent taste, & that taste is reflected in The Birdhouse aesthetics. Each design choice reflects a well-thought out plan that makes the best use of the space. Modern amenities harmonize with eclectic & exotic design elements that reflect their love of both Austin and their extensive travels abroad. One of the most noticeable aspects of The Birdhouse is how bright & clean it is. Many windows & the high ceiling give the space a very open feeling. One can also open the doors on either side of the house, which offers a lovely cross-breeze & gives access to spacious sitting areas under live oak trees. The small kitchen allows for making one's own food or bringing home goodies from one of the nearby restaurants to be enjoyed later. Wi-fi at the house makes it easy to make plans before heading out, or allows more serious research to be done without having to leave the house. The bathroom design is spa-like in feel & contains a good-sized shower with a bench. The queen bed on the main level is appointed with nice linens and is extremely comfortable. In addition to the queen bed, there is also a sitting area that includes a bookshelf-lined window seat. The loft twin bed is also very comfortable & next to it is a de(website hidden)rfect for working or drawing. A ceiling fan gives the option to cool down, should it be warm, but there is also a remote-controlled unit on the wall that heats the space in the winter. (It may also cool it, too. I can't recall as I never had need of that option while there). Whether you are looking for a quiet retreat or a jumping off point to explore all that Austin has to offer, The Birdhouse is an excellent choice. Set far back from the street, The Birdhouse is quiet and peaceful, though it happens to be conveniently located to two of the roads in town that are home to much of the action in Austin. One can easily bike, drive or take the bus from there. Ideal for one person or a couple, a family with a child young enough to stay in a pack 'n play on the main level or one old enough to stay in the loft would also work well. I always know that I will stay in The Birdhouse when I visit Austin. With so many wonderful qualities to recommend it, why would you stay anywhere else?

The Birdhouse is by far my favorite place to stay in Austin. I have stayed here the last three times I have been to Austin, and it has been great every time. It is clean and bright with lots of windows, and because it is separate from the main house, it is also very private and quiet. The space is very cute and cozy and the mini-kitchen makes it easy to save money on eating out. Not only is this little casita great, but you couldn't find better or nicer people than Yo and Dolina. I just cannot say enough nice things about this place and I wholeheartedly recommend it.