I stayed at Shannon's house before continuing on to meet my bicycle touring group for a week of cycling in the hill country. I was looking for a quiet and home-like place to stage a day of walking in Austin's large and beautiful riverside park system. This is a perfect location for exploring by bike or on foot. Alhough I did not have time to venture into the center of the city, my impression is that this would be possible, with a little help from Lyft. I enjoyed 2 meals in the closeby neighborhood and there are many other choices - ask around.
Shannon is very responsive to any questions you may have. Her home is simple, clean, nicely furnished and you will enjoy her art and her small library of books.
Highly recommended - I'll be back!