I stayed at the Beehive for a week during SXSW, and had an excellent experience. Kerthy (owner) and Cindy (manager) were very easy to communicate with, and super friendly hosts. Prior to arrival, they emailed with information about transportation, the surrounding area and even offered to stock the house with anything we might need, since my flight was getting in late in the evening. Cindy also offered to bring juice from Juiceland in the morning, though I found it to be a pleasant walk. In the middle of the week, Cindy dropped off fresh towels. And generally, they were both attentive and responsive to questions. The neighborhood was great, and convenient to all areas of Austin. The house is beautiful ~ fantastic architecture, very comfortable and well appointed. It's hip and fun, and does have a beehive (with bees) and a cute chicken coop (no chickens :) All in, it was a great week and I would be delighted to stay there again in Austin.