I would pass on renting this place if you are a group of 8 or more people. This house does not hold as much weight in actuality compared to the pictures/listing as well as for the price you’re paying. It is a cute place, and the bedroom space is great. It sleeps 10-12 people comfortably for sure. It is also in great proximity to Rainey and 6th St., etc. The issue we had was the minimal communal space for a group of 10. The living room is extremely small and makes it hard for the group to gather together in the kitchen and living area.
Additionally, I think it’s important to note the strict set of rules and close watch they keep on the residence and renters. There are cameras facing over the back and front yards, and they are not flexible to accommodate a small difference in check in time (can check in at 3 but they won’t allow for you to arrive at 2 or so if you are a bit early into Austin). During our stay (Saturday to Tuesday), the bachelor party in the front house mentioned we were the 3rd bachelorette group they’ve been with since that Thursday. This made sense to me because I had already noticed that the house was not as clean as it should of been, and their stock of basic household supplies were minimal to nothing. No extra toilet paper, no paper towels, no broom for us to help do a better job of cleaning at the end of our stay, not enough towels, and towels were dirty and old. While all these things can be taken care of by the renters, I felt that with how strict they were on rules and their ability to send text messages after looking at the cameras during the stay, they would hold that standard for the household items needed by renters. I realized that the quick turn around times for multiple, large groups a week seemed more important than taking the time to make sure the cleanliness and basic necessities were above standard for their guests.
The small space, lack of items and uncleanliness would of been fine for an AirBnb at this high of a price point. We felt that the money they ask for does not at all fit the experience they give. Not even close. I wouldn’t rent this space again in future and felt strongly enough to write a review for people considering staying here (which is not something I normally do).