My friend and I stayed in John's condo when visiting her son who goes to UT, and I highly recommend it! The location is a quick ten-minute drive or Uber/Lyft to just about any of the neighborhoods you'd likely want to go hang out, whether it be central Austin near UT, downtown, Rainey Street, or SoCo. It's located right near Lady Bird Lake walking trail, offering a scenic respite from the busyness of the city. There are a few fun and unique places right within walking distance of his place as well. Our favorite was BuzzMill, a coffee shop/bar specializing in infused spirits with a beer garden that sometimes offers live music. Even before we arrived, John gave us numerous options for places to eat, drink, and see live music (several pages worth!)
Checking in was a breeze with the electronic locks. I have to say, I've never been in such a sparkling clean short term rental. We were blown away by the cleanliness and tidiness of every room. All of the amenities were top-notch--full-sized bottles of shampoo & conditioner; thick, thirsty bath towels; high-quality sateen sheets; and cozy comforters that were just the right weight. He even offered black washcloths for make-up removal! I'd never seen anything like that before and ordered my own before I arrived home.
Communication was very quick--instant in most cases. He truly wants his guests to have a great time and is passionate about acting as a concierge to welcome you to the city. I would absolutely stay here again and recommend it without reservation.