Read Paula's listing carefully before you book. Her description is detailed, clear and honest about what you can expect when you stay in her space. An immaculate, private, small, well appointed, quiet and comfortable bed/bath suite that is in a great location. Paula was a thoughtful and appropriately communicative host. She went above and beyond to accommodate our arrival needs and had great suggestions for nearby hang out spots. The space is spotless and smells fresh and clean due to her extensive airing out and cleaning protocol between guests. The decor and amenities are top notch, and the bed is, by far, the most comfortable I've had in any airbnb. The chocolates and fresh flowers were a welcome touch.
Paula's requirements for guests are a bit more extensive than other hosts I've encountered, but I certainly understand the rationale given some horror stories I've heard from other hosts, and I didn't find it intrusive or inconvenient in the least.
My husband and I made a last minute decision to come down on what we later realized was the TCU vs. UT night football game. All accommodations were crazy expensive. The cost of Paula's suite for the night was very reasonable considering the supply and demand issue, but was not in line with what I would typically pay for this space in Austin.
I think the smaller size could be an issue for some. It would have been fine for me, but with my (surprise!) claustrophobic husband, who is used to our acreage in north Texas, his golf clubs, and his guitar, it did feel a little cramped. I think for most couples that travel a little lighter, it would be just fine.
I would absolutely do another short term stay here, at what appears to be the more standard rate, and without my husband and his ever present travel companions.