I recently stayed at the Via Libre with three of my friends for a long weekend in Austin. From the moment we arrived to the moment we left, Cynthia and Bobby were just great hosts! Upon arrival, they had music playing in the apartment to greet us and they had left both a welcome note and folder with a slew of suggestions of place to go and things to do. They even left a bucket with four beers and sliced oranges, which was totally unexpected and just such a sweet thought! Cynthia stopped by on our first day to introduce herself and offer assistance if needed and later in the weekend Bobby offered us a tour of their home and talked with us about some of the culture of Austin. The apartment itself is lovely and very convenient with a well-equipped kitchen, which we made use of, as well as a washer/dryer, and two bedrooms comfortable for 4. The Via Libre isn't within walking distance of much, but with a car, it's easily a 7 minute car ride anywhere. (And I'd certainly recommend a car or some mode of transportation because, in general, your feet won't get you too far in Austin)