All these glowing reviews here about Michele and her home are 100% true, we couldn't have asked for a better place or host. My husband and I were noobs to Austin, so we didn't really know where to go, how to get around, or what to do, so how lucky we were to have stayed with Michele. Our experience in Austin was wonderful because we did. She is super friendly and provided us with recommendations and clear directions to cool local places, maps, and bus info. She's super quick to respond if you have any questions, and even helped me find cheaper Greyhound tickets when I was searching for options on how to get to Austin from NOLA. Her home is in a safe neighborhood and a short walk to cool vintage clothing store, bars, and a convenience store, and a short one bus ride to downtown. The outdoor shower is fantastic, the bed is REALLY comfy, the bathroom really clean with fresh linens and towels when we arrived. Best of all she tipped us off to some great local music going on that weekend( Redd Volkaert!) and Ginny's Little Longhorn Saloon for chicken shit bingo! It's a blast and happens every Sunday, don't miss it if you get the opportunity. We want to stay with Michele again the next time we are in town, and highly recommend her place to anyone but especially if you are new to Austin!