The B-Side is a fantastic Austin Airbnb stay. Ryan and Roxie are very responsive. They even made themselves available even though they were at a festival part of our stay.
This place is hip and modern, yet has an extra layer of warmth in person. Perhaps it's the friendly and welcoming hosts? :-) We normally go for the Victorian/Vintage or Rustic vibe, yet found ourselves feeling at home quickly with the open space/ vibrant kitchen, and tucked away bedroom.
The memory foam mattress is a stand out for me. I imagine lots of hosts out there using the old mattress that was on it's way to good will before someone got the idea to create an Airbnb listing. Sorry to sound snarky, but it's true! About half of the places I've slept in have the ole' sag-in-the-middle situation. Perhaps I'm spoiled with mine at home, so when I travel and sleep on a sub par mattress it irks me (and my back!). Truly grateful for this extra amenity, which helped me sleep peacefully.
And that's another thing. The neighborhood is quieter than I would expect given it's proximity to main parts of the city. Fast Internet and easy parking for our rental car.
Another thing about Roxie and Ryan, they are the type of hosts you could totally hang with, but will give you space if that's what you want. I felt bad because I promised them a drink but due to some under-the-weather days here and there + chronic pain issues flaring up, I didn't have as much energy.
They were super chill about it, leaving the invitation open but zero pressure.
I also appreciated the keypad lock. It's nice not to worry about losing a set of keys, and very secure.
The hosts put in a lot of thought into making this place stellar and I imagine they want to keep it that way. So travel with friends who can take off their shoes, and won't eat salsa on the couch ya know? This apartment is newly built, and the hosts make just a few *very reasonable* requests to take care of it. Like shoes off once inside. There's real books on the bookshelves, genuine art, vintage record player, etc..so these are things to be mindful of.
I would stay there again and this time I'd feel better and take Roxie's pole class. When else are you going to stay in Austin and find a private pole dancing instructor at your Airbnb? Pretty awesome! :-)