Marcella’s cottage is a wonderful escape nestled right in the city. It’s in a quieter part of town, but convenient to all the main sites and sounds that Austin has to offer. There are many animals here- from chickens and ducks, a three-legged dog, a handful of friendly cats, rabbits, and a few goats, to a very talkative pig named Shiner. The cottage itself is comfortable and cool (a major plus in the Texas heat!!), and the mercantile provided me and my girlfriend with some much-needed late night Bluebell ice cream after a night at Gruene Hall. While we didn’t see Marcella often, she was friendly when we did get to cross paths and made us feel very welcome at her lovely home. If you’re looking for an escape within the city, I’d highly suggest booking with Marcella.