My husband and I have been using Airbnb for years now, but this is the first time we stayed in a room in someone's home. Usually, we have the whole place to ourselves. Saundra and Shawn set the bar VERY high for all future stays.
First off, they were very easy to communicate with. I had some questions prior to arriving, and Shaundra was very quick to respond. They're also just as friendly in person. It's like staying with your cool cousins or something. I was worried about staying with people because usually we like to keep to ourselves. Shawn and Saundra knew exactly how to give us our space while also being welcoming and warm. Not to mention their dog Dixie is super cute and well-behaved.
The guest space is set off from the rest of the house. We had the whole upstairs to ourselves. There is a small living room with a tv, a private bathroom and a spacious bedroom. The floor even has its own thermostat. The space was also very clean (and I can be picky).
Their house is located right in East Austin, within walking distance of Rainey St., downtown and all of the shops, restaurants and bars in East Austin. If we visit Austin again, we will absolutely look to stay here again.