The host was there for late check in and made us feel very welcome. The guest house really is a funky, fun place to stay in Austin! Very centrally located. We were there in winter so we did not go to Barton Springs, but it is still a short drive away from South Congress, downtown, etc.
We were OK with letting the 2 kittens in and it was an extra treat for us to play and hang out with them. Do be aware that it is all one open space so only stay here if you are very close and comfortable with your group. No kitchen but plenty of drinking water is provided, as well as a mini fridge and has a coffee/tea station which we did use in the mornings. I would stay here again!