Leslie was a great host, and often there would be baked goodies that she is willing to share with her guests. She is super friendly and often gave a lot of great information about things to see and places to check out.

Her home is in a fairly safe neighborhood about a 2 minute drive right into the city. It is in a gentrified part of the city, so I wouldn't recommend walking at night if you are a single woman traveler, but if definitely safe if you want to take a bike ride to town. There is a great cafe, called Cenote, just a short walk away that has really great breakfast/brunch burritos and wifi. South Congress is just short distance drive with really great restaurants and shops. I rented a car, which I would recommend if you really want to see the city.

It was nice to have my own separate entrance, so that I could come and go as I please without disturbing anyone. The room is spacious and nicely equipped with a desk, dresser, and a wardrobe bar to hang your clothing on. She supplies you with bathroom towels to shower and even a beach towel if you're going for a swim... All around a great place. I would definitely stay there again while in Austin.

Her dog Friday is super friendly and always willing to hang out and play when you're around. There is a friendly stray cat that hangs around outside and never a disturbance.