Things that were awesome about this rental:

a) the host, Chris, makes things super simple and chill -- from making the reservation to day of departure (and even making sure you get that cellphone charger you forgot!)
b) as everyone says, Chris takes time to help you get oriented to the awesome neighborhood and gives a run down of best restaurants and shops within walking distance (PS, too hot to walk? Parking around the area is easy even on busy days!)
c) the place is perfectly cute and quaint but roomy enough to really relax and unwind Austin-style

Loved it and will definitely call it home base for another Austin trip in the future!