This space just oozes quirky charm and it does so without sacrificing the comfort and security you look for when experiencing a new city. The hosts were communicative and gracious, leaving us a nice bottle of wine and a selection of local beer in the fridge. The beer and wine was nice but the giant jug of water with a tap on it in the fridge became our delight when we realized how truly hot Austin is.
This temporary home is a 10 minute walk to 6th street in the east end so the location is stellar. A particularly great coffee shop is just a minute or two away on foot, with great options for a quick bite in the morning, cold brew and espresso galore, and beer and wine if you've decided to switch from caffeine to stronger stuff.
The space feels much more homey than you would expect from an airbnb, with unique antique chests, oil lamps rejigged with electricity and a perfectly placed kitchen table nested between a large front-yard window and the powerful built-in AC unit which did a great job of keeping the whole space a chilly oasis. The front-yard fence makes the space feel private without feeling isolated, giving us the freedom to enjoy a late night drink on the swinging bench on the front porch.
Thank you to our hosts, we loved Austin and we loved our airbnb.