We stayed for five nights for a long weekend family trip. We have a three-year-old and a ten-month-old, so kid-friendliness was huge for us. And we’re former Austinites who needed quick access to downtown, South and North Austin, etc. so we could visit places we miss! We also love the outdoor activities nearby.
Overall the place was perfect for us! It was fairly kid-friendly, although I wouldn’t say it’s made for small children. There are low shelves with decorative items and the couch did not seem stain resistant. The dining table has cloth chairs and cloth bench. That said, our kids are not too crazy (most of the time!) so it was mostly fine for us. I would just caution parents if your kids are particularly rowdy or curious about things on the shelf, etc. The house does include some essentials for kids: kids utensils, gates for blocking the stairs, and a bed in the second bedroom that’s low to the floor.
The house has great access. It is very close to the highway, 10-15 minutes from the heart of downtown or South Congress area.
That said, it feels tucked away into the hills in a very wooded area. It’s a pleasant place to stay. Nearby Allen park is nice for a short walk in the woods. The deck is very nice and overlooks the forest. It feels very private. And there is a garage which is a nice bonus for feeling homey.
The only reasons not five stars is the flooring, walls, etc. in the bathroom seemed a bit older and slightly grimy in the corners, and the master bedroom is a bit cramped even with just a queen size bed. But honestly none of that bothered us. The vast majority of the house seems newly renovated, new furniture, and very clean. We highly recommend it!