Urban camping? Glamping? I'm not sure what to call it, but it was awesome! Sarah has done an amazing job of setting up her reproduction 1961 Shasta trailer. It was very comfortable, with tons of added amenities (fully stocked with kitchen wares and items for party on the beautiful backyard patio). A 16x8 trailer may not be for everyone (I'm talking to you, 6'4" people), but this vintage accommodation has everything you need for a fun time in Austin.

Sarah is a gracious and accommodating hostess. She is generous to a fault, and it was wonderful to get to know a long-time Austin resident who is well connected in the business and sports communities.

The location is outstanding: it's a 10-minute walk to Deep Eddy, and 15 minutes on foot to the Town Lake running trail, with paddle board and kayak rental to boot. There is a grocery store, liquor store, and good Tex-mex restaurant around the corner. A free UT shuttle bus (663) stops a block from the trailer, and there are two other bus lines that take you to Austin hot spots like 6th St in less than 10 minutes. I had a rental car but I hardly used it, saving a lot of headaches over Austin's now-infamous traffic and parking.

In sum, if you want an awesome Austin experience a bit out of the ordinary, stay in the Shasta with Sarah!