When looking for a place to sleep during our first time in Austin, my partner and I simply did not know enough about the city to pinpoint a particular location to stay. Simply, initially, we chose to stay at Adam's place for its price and overall appeal. Both of us love the outdoors and, generally, prefer to stay away from the busy, loud downtown areas. Adam's place was everything and more. The house is beautifully designed; with wise use of every little corner to accommodate the basic necessities anyone could need, and then some. Moreover, it is located on a peaceful, scenic properties in what seemed to be a family-friendly community (did I mention he has an adorable kitty who runs around the property every morning). It is true there aren't many things near it (i.e. you won't find a market down the street for your quick needs) but honestly, that should not even be a concern. For us, it was the ideal place to come to after a busy day in town; it offered a quiet place to relax. Besides, downtown Austin is a short 15 minute drive away. Our first day in Austin was a warm one, but the AC in the unit made it more than comfortable. And our other days were much colder (in fact, temperatures drop to the mid 40's F over night due to a rain and thunder storm) and yet the in-unit floor heater was plenty to keep us cozy. Lastly, even though we did not get the chance to talk with Adam much (as we were constantly out exploring the city), he was always a short message away. He was a very attentive host prior to, and throughout our stay. If we ever return to this lovely city, we wouldn't hesitate to stay here again.