This historical loft is a great space and a FANTASTIC location! The views of the capitol building out of the front windows are amazing and the easy access to the bus line can't be beat. Jacob was very accommodating with our early/late check-out requests and the key-less entry was cool (and super efficient--didn't have to worry about losing a key or leaving it in the unit!). The neighborhood has quite a bit of traffic (day and night) but we were two women traveling alone and felt very safe and comfortable (even walking by ourselves at night). The unit gets tons of great natural light!

You don't need a car--you can walk everywhere or grab the bus for just $1 (thanks to another Airbnb user for the tip on the bus from the airport for $1!). The capitol is literally a block away and we highly recommend a visit--the building is beautiful as are the grounds surrounding it. There are also lots of great places along Congress Ave just steps from the apartment, and the happenin' area of SoCo (South Congress) is just a mile and a half down the road (very walkable).

We recommend a stop at Jo's Coffee in SoCo or the Warehouse District (their 'iced turbo' is delish!), and visit the Continental Club on Thursday nights for some great music from the Whiskey Sisters. We also recommend a late night stop to the bar at Swift's Attic (315 Congress Ave)--try the blistered shishitos appetizer and fried brie dessert (you can thank us later!)--and the Cuidado: Piso Mojado cocktail is both yummy and spicy (hot, hot, hot!). Walk over to Lamar and visit the large indie bookstore (Bookpeople) and Waterloo Records and just around the corner is the flagship Whole Foods store (and lots of great shopping).

The people of Austin are amazing--genuinely kind and welcoming. This was our first visit to the city, but we will definitely be back!