Veronica was a truly wonderful host; warm, welcoming, engaging and informative. We arrived to wine and beer (perfect!) and an introduction to the area. The cottage was wonderful! It's set in a leafy, eclectic, artistic garden setting (with pond) that was a joy to experience. At night the frogs sang us to sleep and we woke up feeling like we were in a tree house (the bed is by two large windows on the second floor) listening to birdsong. I haven't slept so well in ages. It's a perfect size for two (but could fit more), with a lovingly furnished interior filled with vintage treats that's fun to explore in itself. The location is perfect for discovering Austin. A lovely walk (by a creek and tree lined homes) to some great restaurants on 1st and buzzing South Congress, or north to the riverwalk and downtown. There's plenty of car2go and bus options if you don't have a car - including to the airport (about a 20 min walk to the 100 airport bus). It's also a great place to work (great wifi and a tranquil spot) if you have to, hopefully you don't :) The perfect introduction to Austin.