Ciara and Benjamin couldn't have been better hosts. They are kind, considerate, welcoming and generous.

First, we applied and explained in full that we had a 10mo old baby and 2 small old dogs. They accepted our application.

They made it possible for us to check in on 12/25, though it was a tight squeeze getting the apartment cleaned in that amount of time. Then, when we realized that we needed another night at the end, 12/31,
they graciously extended the reservation.

Benjamin sent us an email to tell us where to pick up the key and to give us his phone number so we could contact him, if there were a problem, since they were out of town. Everything went perfectly. They also sent us an email to be sure everything went well with check in. Unfortunately, we didn't have a chance to meet them in person, since we were only there at night.
I am sure that would have been a pleasure.

The design of the apartment uses a small space artfully to provide all "rooms", appliances, cleaning supplies, etc. that one could need. In addition, some welcoming juices were provided in the fridge and coffee along with the coffee pot. Perfect for a first night straight from the airport and a fresh start the next morning!

The interior decoration, with the use of bright but calming colors, lives up to the photos on line. This artful design sense is carried out in the smaller decorations as well. In short, aesthetic pleasure, as well as physical comfort.

Of course, the location, with such easy access to downtown, is excellent for a visit to Austin. Yet, as close as it is to the city center, the location provides the visitor a glimpse of the small, cozy neighborhoods
typical of old Austin.

Ciara and Benjamin's studio apartment provides the Austin visitor a dream come true location, at a very moderate price! I wish them the very best in the New Year.
Liz Murphy

PS As a long time Austin resident, I can confirm that this was a wonderful place for a return visit by my daughter and family who now live in Brooklyn!