This was a little bit of country inside the city. It felt like a cottage out of a storybook. The backyard is amazing, so beautiful and plush with animals that legitimately greet you. The cottage is quaint, clean, and aesthetically adorable. Marcella obviously has an artistic eye for style. This is a great place for those that intend on taking in the amazing food Austin has to offer. There are the basics: microwave, coffeemaker, & fridge. It was easy to find and a quick Uber ride from the airport. We did not rent a car and had a very easy time with Uber pick up and drop off. We actually walked a 2 mile walk to the Omelettry (worth EVERy step). I am not so familiar about Austin, but I believe this may be closer to the East side. This appears to be a pretty cool area that is going through some gentrification. I would recommend Justine's for a fine dining experience. It is hipster and artistic with great food, leans a little more costly; however, you can tell that you are paying for top notch food, service, and ambiance. Sawyer & Co. is also close enough for a cajun meal. The vibe is more mid-century modern and the prices are fair for the great food. Marcella's place is a taxi/uber ride from downtown. We spent a day exploring what typical tourist attractions Austin as to offer in the area of drinks, shopping, and food. South Congress was our favorite for higher end boutique shopping, many of the other parts (6th Street, Rainey Street) focus more on the drinking and eating. I hope to be back to Austin for a longer stay and would be honored to stay at Marcella's again.
PS - Best part of the trip is that she allowed us to stick our bags on the porch prior to the check in time. This is a huge benefit if you land early and want to explore the location without lugging suitcases around.