"It is nicer than the pictures," was the first thing my wife said when we walked in.

The home is in a great location, on a quiet street, but an easy walk to everything. Also, bus lines nearby, so you can either take a quick bus (no transfers) to get downtown, or even walk. While we were here, we walked to South Congress, Barton Springs, etc. Very pleasant. Also, a cab to or from downtown is only $11 from this home, so a very good option should you want to get home quicker than a bus can get you.

Mary was an excellent host. We arrived very late, and she took a phone call from us, as we couldn't figure out the digital keypad for the lock (user error on our part).

The home is very cozy, and we looked forward to coming home every night to a cool home, nice bed, great shower, and drinks on the patio.

There is a grocery store within 4-5 blocks to get food if you need to cook, as well as pots, pans and other utensils if you don't want to eat every meal out. There is also a mini mart nearby for wine, beer and snack runs late night.

However, with Lucy's Fried Chicken, Torchy's Tacos, and other great food within a 5 minute walk, we didn't feel the need to cook.

I don't understand why anyone would want to stay in a hotel in Austin with homes like this available.

Stay here, get a bus pass, and you will have an amazing Austin experience. We sure did.