This is a fabulous place to stay when visiting Austin for business or pleasure. The location is convenient to downtown as well as to Zilker Park. It was an $8 to $10 cab ride and we had no problem getting a cab to pick us up from the house to enjoy the Austin nightlife and not need to mess with parking. Michael is a great host, providing special perks like bikes, helmets and locks, fresh eggs, a record player and even some adult bererages upon checkin. I stayed with two other adults for a business conference being held at the Hyatt and we all had are own room and the free parking(there is room for at least four cars) and internet make it an incredible value. We saw the gardner one morning but never heard a peep. It was cold and rainy when I visited so I didn't get to use the firepit, but hope to return. And great communication before, at checkin and during the visit. It is a great place to visit. Definitely a 5 star experience.